I don't want to be a heroic spirit

Maybe it’s because of the “sit down” just now... Every time Kagome said this, Inuyasha would become quiet.

Come to think of it, Mordred does resemble Inuyasha a bit...they're both equally noisy.

"Why! I didn't say anything wrong..."

Mordred folded his arms over his chest, sat down sullenly, and muttered something under his breath.

But that's enough. It's really difficult to change a person's mind, especially Mordred, whose personality is more stubborn than ten bulls. If you push him too hard, the Battle of Camlann might be repeated.

She was already very satisfied that Mordred would sit down like this and listen to her.

But she still had to apologize, she couldn't be as willful as Mordred.

"I'm sorry, Mordred's words were a bit offensive..."

Altria bowed slightly towards Joan of Arc, and her sincere apology made Joan of Arc feel flattered for a moment.

"No, no, I think this... uh..." Joan of Arc glanced at the unhappy Mordred, frowned and said in a very tangled tone: "Miss Mordred?"

"Are you provoking me? Believe it or not, I'm going to fight you!"

“Ah ...

Joan of Arc held her head in her hands, wanting to cry but unable to do so... She had no idea why the other party suddenly became even angrier.

"Ahem!" Artoria clenched her right fist and placed it in front of her mouth, coughing. Then she explained to the frightened Jeanne, "Mordred, um... doesn't like people thinking of her as a girl. And, she doesn't like people thinking of her as a boy either, so you don't need to add suffixes like Miss or Mr., just call her by her name."

"...I think I'll just call you Red Saber."

"Well, that's fine too."

Altria touched her chin and nodded, feeling that this seemed more appropriate.

"So... cough cough!" Jeanne also coughed like Altria did just now, her cheeks flushed a little, as if she was embarrassed by her own behavior that frightened her just now. "I think... Red Saber-chan...what she said is actually not wrong."

"It is my honor to be a Ruler alongside the universally admired King Arthur."

King Arthur is respected beyond imagination.

"However, I would like to ask..." Jeanne raised her head, looked directly into Altria's eyes and asked, "You just said that Ruler did something illegal during the last Holy Grail War... What was it?"

According to legend, Joan of Arc heard the sigh of God, so she joined the war and led the French army to win one battle after another.

Perhaps because of this anecdote, after being elevated to a Heroic Spirit, Jeanne d'Arc possessed a skill called [Revelation], which allowed her to perform things similar to foresight.

And just now, when Artoria was talking about Ruler in the last Holy Grail War, Jeanne's [Revelation] skill was activated, which attracted her special attention.

"I remember, Jeanne, you had some problems in your present life and could only possess ordinary people, right?"

"Yes." Jeanne nodded, not denying it. "The body I'm using now belongs to Leticia... Although I don't want to drag ordinary people into this cruel war..."

According to the rules, involving ordinary people in the Holy Grail War is of course not allowed, but Joan of Arc has no other choice.

"However, fortunately, Leticia's life is protected. When I leave, Leticia and her body will be automatically transported outside the Holy Grail War venue."

Jeanne frowned slightly and said, "There must have been something unusual in this Holy Grail War, which is why my manifestation was only half successful. So... is this unusual phenomenon really that of Senior Ruler?"

"Yes."

Altria nodded, then explained to Jeanne the existence of Amakusa Shiro Tokisada.

"The Ruler from the last... Holy Grail War has actually lived in this world for sixty years? And he's also a Master on the Red side in this Holy Grail War?"

Joan of Arc was shocked when she heard the news.

"Of course, if you don't believe my one-sided account, you can verify it with the people around me, they are also insiders." Artoria said calmly, "Or, you can go directly to the Red Team's headquarters to verify it. However, except for Ruler Amakusa Shiro Tokisada, the Red Team's masters have been imprisoned. The only people you can verify it with are Amakusa Shiro Tokisada himself or the Servants there."

"Isn't this a foul?" Jeanne slammed the table and stood up, puzzled. "Not only did he imprison a Master from the same faction, but he's clearly a Servant, and he's actually participating in the Holy Grail War as a Master..."

"I don't think it's a foul."

Altria expressed her thoughts again, "If it's by stealing other people's Command Seals and Master qualifications, then it's fine, but Amakusa Shirou Tokisada was chosen and recognized as a Master by the Holy Grail System. Since the Holy Grail System has recognized him, why don't you recognize him too?"

"But...he's a Servant. Isn't it unfair to other Masters?"

"This is war, Joan of Arc. War is inherently unfair... Or perhaps it's precisely because war is the most unfair and unreasonable way of life in this world that it has been so prevalent throughout the ages."

Jeanne was speechless after being rebuked by Altria.

"Then...what about imprisoning the Master?"

"This Holy Grail War is, after all, just a variation of the Holy Grail War. Regardless of whether the Black or Red side wins, it will ultimately become a battle royale with only one victor remaining. Therefore, there's no such thing as 'the same side.' Amakusa Shirou Tokisada simply brought this forward, didn't he?"

"..."

It seems... quite reasonable.

The news spread that the village girl Jeanne was fooled by Altria.

After looking at the sky outside, Shizi Jiejieli called out to Altria.

"Ruler."

Altria & Jeanne: "Hmm?"

Lion Jie Li forgot that Jeanne d'Arc is also a Ruler.

This sounds so troublesome...

The two looked at each other, and then Artoria said to Shizi Jie Jieli: "Just call me Artoria, it will be easier to tell us apart."

"Then... please just call me Jeanne d'Arc."

In Jeanne's heart, Artoria was obviously more suitable to be the Ruler than her, so she also asked Lion Jie Jieli to call her by her name directly.

"Well... ahem! Excuse me." Lion Jiejieli said seriously, "Altria, we should leave too. It's almost time."

Chapter 217 The plot has been changed (24/31)

Glancing at the sky outside the window, Altria's brows slowly furrowed.

"Well...it's time."

She hadn't forgotten that they still had to deal with the problem of Jack the Ripper.

However, after standing up, Artoria still looked at Jeanne.

"Jeanne, do you... have any plans after dinner?"

"Huh? This..."

Jeanne was stunned for a moment, then thought for a moment before whispering, "As for me... I've always wanted to find out the reason why my present life is incomplete, but Miss Altria, you've already told me that it was caused by Amakusa Shiro Tokisada of the Red Side."

"As for the next arrangements, um... I want to go to the Red Side and meet that senior to understand his thoughts."

For some reason, Joan of Arc was always a little worried about Amakusa Shiro Tokisada.

So... she really wanted to see it with her own eyes.

After Altria's explanation (deception), Jeanne no longer regarded Amakusa Shirou Tokisada as a violator, but a red master who met the requirements.

"Let's put the Red Team's affairs aside for now. Next, you will come with us to solve a problem."

"Since you are also the Ruler, it is also your responsibility to deal with this kind of thing."

But Altria still remembered that Jeanne had EX-level [Anti-Magic Power], which could even completely negate Jack the Ripper's Noble Phantasm.

Take her with you, you might get some unexpected rewards.

After learning about the existence of Jack the Ripper, Joan of Arc resolutely joined in, determined to defeat this out-of-control Assassin!

Whether it is because of the responsibility of her role as Ruler or for the lives of those innocent people, Joan of Arc will not sit idly by and watch such things happen.

This town has largely retained its medieval architectural style, so naturally there are no electric lights.

It can be said that this is a town that is very unfriendly to Tesla.

When night falls, the biggest source of light on the street comes from the houses along the street, and the light of candles shines through the windows onto the street.

It can only be said that it is better than nothing.

Lion Jiejieli was walking alone on a narrow street and had a headache.

"Hey! Who are you? You're still hanging out so late. Could it be... could it be that you have something to do with the recent murders?"

A man in police uniform looked at Shizi Jie Jieli with eyes full of vigilance and fear. This immature look made people wonder if this person was a newcomer.

Although the process was wrong, the conclusion seemed to be correct... Lion Jiejie Li Zhenzhen's murder case was indeed related. After all, he was walking around outside alone in a swaggering manner, just to lure the murderer to show up.

However, this policeman is undoubtedly an obstacle.

Although it was a headache, Shizi Jiejieli was already familiar with this kind of thing. With a simple magic trick, he drove away the very young policeman.

In the past, Shizi Jiejieli was often mistaken for a murderer or terrorist because of his appearance, which caused him a lot of unnecessary trouble.

He pinched the cigarette and took a deep puff. The cigarette tip lit up with a faint flame and became visibly shorter.

The aroma of nicotine stimulates the lungs and refreshes the mind.

To be honest, Shizi Jiejieli was a little scared.

Maybe it was the surrounding environment that was causing trouble... He always felt that there were eyes staring at him in the darkness, just like a poisonous snake hiding in the grass staring at a weak little white rabbit.

"This analogy should be alright, right? I do have a certain level of combat power... but in front of a Servant, this level of combat power is probably as insignificant as a rabbit's paw."

Lion Jie Jie Li was always talking to himself, because he always felt that this could relieve the tension a little.

I guess a lot of people feel this way, right? In a critical situation, you tend to talk more, because if you don't say something, you feel like you'll be crushed by the heavy atmosphere.

"Is this... really okay?"

Jeanne was a little worried about Lion Jie Li, and looked at Artoria and said, "Isn't it too dangerous?"

"But this is the best method at the moment." Artoria's tone was somewhat cold. "Besides, this is war, and it's dangerous at all times. He should have been aware of the cruelty and danger before stepping onto the battlefield."

Then, Altria looked at Mordred again, "Is everything okay?"

"Of course, it's just an Assassin, just leave it to me."

Mordred pounded his fists together in front of his chest and smiled with anticipation and excitement. "If she dares to show up, I will seriously chop her head off!"

"When the time comes, Jeanne and I will be in charge of raiding the enemy lines. Mordred, you will be the main force. Don't underestimate the enemy and be careful of their Noble Phantasms."

"Got it."

This is the course of action; no more detailed plan is needed.

After all, three servants against an ordinary Assassin is a strong enough lineup, and it is definitely not difficult to win. The only thing to pay attention to is to prevent the opponent from escaping.

"Jeanne, have you been to the Black side?"

Altria's question seemed like a casual one, but Jeanne answered it seriously.

"Hmm... I have indeed been there." Jeanne nodded and said, "As for Altria, she should have been there before me, right? I seem to have heard about another Ruler from the Black Team members. That should be you, right?"

"Yes, because I think meeting with the Black team will also make it easier for me to fulfill my duties as Ruler."

After a pause, Astolfo and the android Sieg whom he brought to her room that day appeared in Altria's mind.

"So… have you met Sieg?"

Hearing this question, Jeanne tilted her head in confusion.

"Qi...Ge?"

After a pause of a second or two, Jeanne revealed an expression of sudden realization. "Oh, you're talking about Saber from the Black side... I've seen her before. I didn't expect to see the legendary dragon-slaying hero who slew the evil dragon Fafnir here. I heard he's also the origin of the word Saber... What happened to him?"

When I think of Sieg, I actually think of Siegfried instead of that android? Could it be that...

"Was he still alive when you left Black's castle?"

"Hmm? He should still be alive, right?"

"And Astolfo?"

"Rider hasn't left yet. I saw her when I was leaving."

In other words, Siegfried did not give his soul core to Sieg, and the plot was changed?

"Um...what happened?"

Jeanne asked somewhat uncomfortably, not knowing why Altria would ask such strange questions.

"...It's nothing. Just stay with me from now on."

"???"