A Hedgehog Of Chaldea

London (Part 2)


"At A Hideout*

"...Oh boy, Saber. You always reveal your True Name to strangers right away. We talked about this. If you're introducing yourself, just state your class. Do you understand? Disclosing your True Name is like revealing your abilities. That's the reason we conceal our True Names during normal Holy Grail Wars. And yet you give out your True Name at the drop of a hat..." The Man said

"Hey, don't worry about that. It's not like I'm some spy who's here to raid this wonderful home. Besides, a names a name and that's it." Sonic commented

"I still can't my head this talking creature right here. Just exactly are you? Where did you come from? I have never seen around you here before. " The man said

"Names Sonic, Sonic The Hedgehog. Just a Hedgehog who likes himself an Adventure." Sonic replied

"Sonic, huh? Why is your glove stained in blood? Did you do the unthinkable before you arrived here?"

"Let's just say we got ambushed by someone and I was one to get attacked by them," Sonic replied

"Oh, what's the difference? This is no longer the "Holy Grail War" that you spoke of. It's not the one with 7 Heroic Spirits, nor the one with 14. On top of that, no master. Anyway, do you have any ciders? I am thirsty." Mordred said

"Wait, that's my favourite sofa... Ah well. Yes, I already got your ciders chilled and ready."

"Right, we do have a refrigerator before it became widely used. Being a scholar sure is useful." Mordred said

"Though I have chemicals that need to be stored at low temperatures. It's necessary for scholars."

"Sure, sure.(...Gulp, gulp gulp) Whew! That's the stuff. It really hits the spot coming out of that demonic fog!" Mordred drinking

"Well, Mash why don't you sit down for a while and get comfy," Sonic said

"Senpai, what about you? You have been through more trouble than I have since we got here." Mash replied

"I'm used to all that, Mash, it's alright. I care about you more than myself right now. SO why don't you just rest for now." Sonic said

"Hmmm... rewinding everything that just happened now. It seems like this Blue creature does more good than harm. If Saber trusts you, I'm sure we're on the same side. I haven't introduced myself yet. I am Henry Jekyll. I work in London as a scholar— A scientist. Though not officially a mage, I am familiar with elixirs. One day, all of a sudden, London was blanketed by this fog. It was a nightmare. I was able to figure out that the fog contained magical energy, but was at a loss about what to do." Jekyll introducing himself

"Ah, so we have a Smart fella on our side now, huh? That's something I would've never thought of." Sonic commented

"That's when we met and started working together. He isn't very reliable as a mage but comes in handy in his own way. I provide the muscle. He investigates and analyzes. And what do you and the purple hair girl do?" Mordred asks

"Mash is the Strong and Smart one while I provide the Speed," Sonic replied

"Speed?" Jeykll confuse

"You'll see soon enough," Mordred replied

"Excuse me. Mr. Henry Jekyll? That name, um..."

"It's the same name as a character in a novel. Coincidence? Or perhaps he was the model for that character? Mash, can you detect the presence of a Servant? I can't. You're inside, but you might as well be outside." Romani said

"I can't either, Doctor. I can't tell if this presence is human or not."

"I assure you, I am a genuine human. If it's a Servant you want, they're outside, investigating. And what were you talking about? A novel?" Jeykll asks

"Don't look at me, I don't know anything about that stuff," Sonic replied

"...Yes. A book that was published a little before this era. The main character shares your name." Mash said

"I don't recall that. Strange, as I do read my share of novels... The same name as the main character? Really? Hmm, I don't think I could forget that. Well, let's set that aside. It is a very common name, after all. As I was saying, I am Henry Jekyll. All I want to do is stop this blight on my hometown. But the more important matter at hand is you, folks. You're completely different from us, aren't you?" Jekyll asks

"That's what I've been telling all along here. We're not from here. Especially me, I'm not from this world at all!" Sonic replied

"..."

"The only reason why I'm here is because of an incident back home. And we're currently here trying to save the day." Sonic added on

"Although I'm a Scholar and stuff like that. I cant come to a conclusion on how you are a talking creature who claims he's from another world. Is that true you young girl?" Jekyll asks

"I can guarantee you two that Sonic isn't from our world. Indeed he comes from another world and is here trying to fix our own world from being erased." Mash replied

"Hmmm... Looks like I have some analyzes to take care of later. But anyway, we have bigger problems to worry about." Jeykll said

"Hmm... Singularity, huh" Mordred asks

"One of seven bolts that were driven into the world. And...the London of this era is that bolt."

"Yes. We're searching for the Holy Grail, which we believe causes Singularity." Mash replied

"I understand your situation now, more or less. Now, let me tell you of the city's circumstances that we're aware of. Each night for the past three nights, a lethal fog has descended upon London. If you wear a mask in an area where the fog is thin, you probably won't die from it. But it's no good where it's thick. Normal creatures will be corrupted by the magical energy just by breathing it. It probably depends on one's predisposition, but in the worst cases, death comes within an hour. I don't have the exact numbers, but according to my calculations, several hundred thousand have died. There are areas that have become ghost towns already. The East End is just about wiped out. It's only a matter of time before the entire city is nothing but ruins. It's all because of that fog. An extraordinary dense fog laced with potent magical energy... For now, we're calling it Demonic Fog." Jekyll explaining

"Demonic Fog? I don't exactly feel anything when I'm outside with fog..." Sonic commented

"London, covered by a deadly fog... It's slightly similar to an incident that will occur in the 20th century." Mash said

"Is it off by a century? That's probably what Singularity is... But... I'll look at the 20th-century case, too. I had thought this was a one-city deal, but it's getting pretty complicated." Romani replied

"It's not just the Demonic Fog. You two should've engaged in combat as well. These past three days—on top of the Demonic Fog, London has been plagued with other types of threats. Those committing atrocities under cover of the fog. Automatic made of magecraft, killer homunculi... Helter Skelter— And there's a serial killer. The newspapers call them..."

"Jack the Ripper," Sonic said

"Hmm... How did you know? Where did you learn that, even though you supposedly have never been here before?" Jekyll shock

"The Bloodstain on my glove tells you everything you need to know..." Sonic replied

"The Rodent here... is he some kind of creation to know everything that we don't know?" Mordred said

"What are you talking about? I'm just a Hedgehog who likes to run all day and fast!" Sonic replied

"..."

"But enough talking about me, tell me about this newspaper thing you mentioned about Scholar kid..." Sonic said

"S-Sure... the newspapers were still being printed on the first day of the Demonic Fog... Though no longer. Understandably, it seems neither Scotland Yard nor the government has a handle on the situation. Government functions are already starting to freeze up. External support is hindered by the fog, isolating London. It's already been three days. A cooped-up populace won't last long. The Demonic Fog doesn't go indoors, but once food and water run out, London will perish." Jekyll said

"...That's horrifying. The situation requires a quick response. All right then, Mr. Jekyll and Mordred. I have a proposal. We'd like you to help us search for the Holy Grail, the likely origin of this situation." Romani requested

"Nothing would suit us better. Right, Saber?"

"Fine with me. It seems like the best thing to do." Mordred replied

"So– Mash, lucky for us, this apartment is over a Leyline!" Romani said

"Right, Senpai and Fou. It's possible to set up a Summoning Circle in this room. Maybe Mr. Jekyll knew about the Leyline and intentionally built his apartment over it?" Mash said

"Oh, no, I'm not a legitimate mage, so this isn't a magecraft workshop. It's just a regular room. At any rate, feel free to use it as you please. What are you going to do?" Jekyll asks

"We'll put the Servant summoning circle over the Leyline to boost Mash's combat abilities. Servants summoned by the circle aren't always active, but they're a huge help during battles! All right! Let's start setting it up!" Romani said

"Stay Back, Senpai. Creating Terminal Point."

"While they make the circle, I'll help you pass the time. Previously, I spoke about Servant class affinity, so I think I'll expand on that. Just as each Heroic Spirit has a story to tell, they have classifications that explain how they were born. There are three attributes: Heaven, Earth, and Human. Most Servants fall under one of these categories. Heaven includes Divine Spirits demoted to Heroic Spirits, children of gods, and embodiments of legends. Earth includes legendary heroes that took hold of the land, fairies, and Demonic Beasts. Human is for heroes and great people who actually existed. I'm included in this group, as a great artist who actually existed. Heaven wins over Earth but loses to humans. Earth wins over humans but loses to Heaven. And Human wins over Heaven but loses to Earth. ...Humans believe in gods. However, gods that they stop believing in become "nonexistent." Native heroes and fairies have nothing to do with faith. However, they are no match for the gods that created them. ...And there are rare, special Heroic Spirits that do not belong in any of the three attributes. They are an exception to exceptions... The Heroic Spirits of the Star. They do not belong to Heaven, Earth, or humans. Yet they exist on the earth under heaven and are born of humans. Servants of the Star have nothing to do with Heaven, Earth, or Humans. After all, they're an exception. That said, these are nothing more than categories. The effects aren't as pronounced as Class affinity, so it's not worth integrating into a strategy. ...And that wraps up this session. Summoning circle setup complete. Good luck in this era, too! Thank you, Da Vinci, thank you! Thank you yet again!" Da Vinci said

"This was way too much information for a Hedgehog like me who prefers shorter conversations and more running..." Sonic commented

"Who was that just now? She was beautiful, but... She wasn't actually here, was she?"

"Fou, Fouuu! (Try to remember a little from it, Blue.)" Fou said

"I'm trying..." Sonic replied

"?

"...Mmm. I remember seeing him somewhere before. Phantasmal?"

"Perhaps a rare animal from around Africa? Anyway, Saber, and this concerns Mash and Sonic, too. This is abrupt... but I would like to ask you three to do something." Jekyll said

"Sure, go right ahead," Sonic replied


*Outside The Fog*

"We just got back and we have to go out into the Demonic Fog again? Good grief. I apologize for asking you to lead the way. It's just that we're not used to London yet. Oh, it's fine. Don't worry. If you guys hadn't come here,
this work would've had to be all mine. If anything, I should be thanking you. Sorry for making you come along based on vague information." Mordred said

"Hey, don't worry about it,

"Protecting one of Mr. Jekyll's other collaborators, the Swiss scholar Mr. Frankenstein, huh? Seems he's been unreachable since this morning. Do you normally communicate with each other via radio?" Romani asks

"Jekyll does. He calls it his information network. I don't really understand it. He has collaborators all over the city and chats with them on the radio every day. Old man Victor was safe until yesterday at least." Mordred responded

"Victor Frankenstein, huh... Just when we thought it was another character from a novel, it turns out to be his "relative."

"The grandchild of the mage that became the model character in the novel, was what Mr. Jekyll mentioned. Unexpected, indeed. In Mary Shelly's novel... Dr. Frankenstein was a scientist. But the person he was modelled after was a real-life mage. It brings to mind that idiom about how "truth is stranger than fiction".

The three look at Sonic who was currently stretching his body. Sonic notices the three staring at him and gave them a confused look.

"Why are you all staring at me?" Sonic said

"Anyway, Strictly speaking, magecraft and science are contrary to each other. Chaldea's existence is an extreme exception, and if you think about it, both globally and historically..." Mash said

"Oh yes, but everything has an exception. In a certain era, science and magecraft virtually meant the same thing. For example, even if you set aside ancient times, some will say alchemy is the origin of chemistry. There are numerous examples of mages who are known as renowned scientists, chemists, and scholars. You know, Da Vinci is one such example." Romani said

"You called? Oh, you're talking about science and magecraft. I'm no help there. After all... I'm almighty. You can't compare me to anyone. Too bad. Bye." Da Vinci replied

"Ah! We lost the connection."

"We're near Soho. Keep your guard up now. They'll be here soon. The edge of the City Area where Jekyll's apartment seems relatively peaceful in comparison. This area is no good. We're in their territory." Mordred said

"So it appears. I'm picking up multiple motion signals."

Moments later, a large group of Automata and Homculueses appear from the fog and charge right at the three.

"Get ready Blue, things are about to get messy," Mordred said

"Ha! These guys are nothing to me!" Sonic replied

Sonic then speeds off from both Mordred and Mash, leaving a cloud of dust behind which made Mordred and Mash cough.

"*Cough* He just ditched us like that? What the hell is wrong with him?!" Mordred said

"No wait, look!" Mash said

Mordred looks and watches as Sonic runs in circles around the monsters, building up a massive blue tornado that sweeps up the Automata and Homunculus as well and blows them all away as far as they can. Mordred's eyes widen as Sonic skids on the ground, stopping himself and giving both her and Mash a thumbs up.

"Impossible! He clears out the enemy from both sides on his own without even trying..." Mordred shock

"Hehe! Just wait and see what I'm capable of doing with my speed. Now then, Mordred, you take the lead to our destination." Sonic replied

"What?! Do you not care that you just took down an army of enemies on your own?" Mordred said

"What are you talking about? I fought hoards of enemies on my before in the past, this is nothing new to me." Sonic replied

"I... cannot think of what just happened. This Hedgehog is hiding more than what he is revealing..." Mordred said


*Later*

"All right, we're here. This big building is Victor's mansion. Unlike Jekyll who's half-assed, he is a genuine mage, so be careful. Traps like barriers and such are set up all over, so even Servants get hurt if they touch things without knowing. When I first visited to check things out, I had an absolutely terrible experience here." Mordred said

"A death trap workshop in an urban area... Sounds like a cautious old guy with pretty strong nerves."

"Sounds like a normal Tuesday for me," Sonic commented

"The first challenge is the entrance door. See, look at that big door... Damn, we're too late." Mordred said

"Someone is at the entrance... A tall silhouette... A clown?" Mash said

"Hey, you! Scarecrow! Or are you a living statue? Whatever! Anyway... ...you stink like hell. It's like blood, guts, and fire. And the catalyst for the old man's favourite elemental spell? I can smell it from here! You killed him, didn't you. You murdered Victor Frankenstein." Mordred said

"Yes, I did... Well, no, let me see. Just a moment, please. Indeed, indeed. That elderly man will not open his mouth, brush his teeth, eat food, or breathe ever again. Yes, yes. Frankly speaking, I'm certain he is dead. It's a shame. He refused to join our cause. Right till the very end. But, and yet, however. Who killed Victor Frankenstein? That might be quite a difficult question to answer. Because he "blew himself up."

"Is that supposed to be some kind of joke you're trying to say? Because that was a terrible one." Sonic commented

"Oh. My. Such mean words from that little Blue talking creature there. I'm sorry for disappointing you with my jokes. I promise I'll make them better next time. But there will be no next time for you sadly."

"Your jokes are still not good..." Sonic said

"As you can see, I am a demon after all... A Heroic Spirit to be exact."

"That's enough. Shut up."

"No, I'm sure you got that. Do you wonder why I revealed my class so easily? It is reasonable during a Holy Grail War unlike any other. At least that lady over there knows why! An encounter instantly becomes an all-out battle! As we are Servants without Masters... We can be called the most powerful forces on the earth. However... Sadly, it seems that you have a Master that happens to be Blue Creature right there. Best you protect yourself well. Otherwise, in no time..."

"Enough small talk. And wipe that grin off your face right now. That smirk of a smile! So annoying! Was it really that fun to kill that old man?" Mordred said

"Once he rejected our cause, it was like a job to me, so to speak."

"Cause?" Mash asks

"When you are obligated to do something, it's usually quite a nuisance, indeed. But still, it feels good to do your best. You will work hard for a job you enjoy. His expression at the moment he died. The face of a human who understood the transition from life to death! Despair! Sorrow! Ah! That is exactly it! Well, anyway, something like that... Does it kill my boredom? At least, I guess?"

"I see... Immigrant or not, that old man was a citizen of Britain. Listen, you took him... You put your hand on "my stuff" without my permission. Do you know what will happen? I'm going to kill you, dumb-ass clown!" Mordred shouted

"Well, well, well! You? Killing me? Can you, really? You seem to be a hot-blooded person! Good, that's fine. I'll try not to disappoint you then! You might as well watch out for the explosions! My Noble Phantasm has already been set up! By my True Name, Mephistopheles! I shall relish striking you all down into despair!"

All of a sudden, Sonic appears behind Mephistopheles and performs a backwards roundhouse on his head, knocking it toward Mash and Mordred. Mordred lunges at Mephistopheles and unleashes multiple power sword slashes at him, dealing massive damage to him. Mephistopheles groans as he backs away from Mordred and lunges at Mash. Mash quickly holds her shield up, blocking Mephistopheles slashes from attacking her and slams her shield at him soon after, knocking his away from her. Mephistopheles laughs were about to charge at the two again until Sonic appears and homing attacks Mephistopheles several times at all angles of his body. Mephistopheles wasn't fast enough to block Sonic's homing attacks and took each hit until Sonic uncurls him and performs an overhead axe kick down at Mephistopheles's head, knocking him down to the ground soon after. Sonic land's back onto the ground and slowly walks up towards Mephistopheles he was lying down motionless on the ground. Before he can even get close to him, Mephistopheles suddenly wakes up and lunges at Sonic with his knives ready to kill him. Sonic eyes widen and quickly crouches as Mephistopheles slashes across over him, missing Sonic. Mordred rushes in and kicks Mephistopheles in his face, knocking him away from Sonic and unleashing multiple sword slashes at him. Mephistopheles attempts his best to block each of Mordred's attacks but the force was great as each strike knocks back further and further to the gate of the Mansion. While trying to slash Mephistopheles, Mephistopheles laughs as he jumps over Mordred and slashes her armour, creating a Sctrach mark on it. Mordred groans in anger as she attempts to slash Mephistopheles but misses it after Mephistopheles dodges her sword and counters back quickly with a slash of his weapon. Sonic and Mash both charge up towards Mephistopheles, it seemed first that MAsh was going to attack Mephistopheles with her shield, but instead, throws a strong kick at his face, sending him flying towards the gate of the mansion and Sonic rushes towards Mephistopheles, perform a Sonic boost at him that destroys the gate and opens the mansion, making Mephistopheles roll o the ground from the force of the Boost attack

"What's the matter, clown? Can't take a beating from us three?" Sonic said

"Defeated by two Servants and A Master. This is quite...regretful! This materialization was one I couldn't enjoy much... I suppose Servants need Masters after all... Yes, the power of the bond between Master and Servant... Something of it... Not. Yes, definitely not. Once a Master decides to fulfill an earnest wish, I must make at least one child must die by the Master's hand. Otherwise, you can't enjoy the best part of a Holy Grail War. Oh, I envy you, Shield Servant... You will have countless chances from here onwards... to betray and throw your Master into despair! I am so...jealous of you!" Mephistopheles said

"Shut up."

Mordred slices Mephistopheles head off, vanishing soon after.


*Back At The Hideout*

"And that, ladies and gentlemen was our last performance. Thank you all for tuning in!" Sonic commented

"...Did you find anything?"

"Yes. I found the note the doctor left. Apparently, he was writing this when he was attacked." Mash said

"I see. I must say, he was a lax old guy until the end."

"...I'll read it out loud. "I learned of a certain plot. Its name is 'Project Demonic Fog.' Though its present state is still unknown," "The three leaders of the project are 'P', 'B' and 'M', who can cast spells beyond human wisdom. Probably Heroic Spirits." Mash reading

"Is "M" the guy from earlier? Well, let's take this back and have Jekyll read it, too. And now... I've found something interesting, too. Hey, come over here."

Moments later, a female individual enters the room. A young girl clad in a white dress and carrying a giant mace. Her eyes are covered by her long hair and only peek between the gaps.

"A girl?"

"Hello, ma'am! How are you, my name's Sonic the Hedgehog. Nice meeting you!" Sonic introducing himself

"...Uhh..."

"..."

"...Uhhh..."

"Oh, I get it. You aren't used to seeing someone like me, aren't you? And a little shy, huh? Don't worry, I understand, I promise I won't make you speak anymore. And that dress of yours, it's pretty adorable!" Sonic said

"..."

"Hmm, I can't determine what she is... All I can read is that there are vital and physical reactions. It seems the detection issues caused by the Demonic Fog can reach indoors, too. How about you, Mash?" Romani said

"I can't figure it out, either. How about you, Mordred?" Mash asks

"I can't tell for sure by just her presence. I think the Demonic Fog outside is interrupting. But, you're asking what she is? Of course, she's a Servant... At least I wish I could say that. ...In my memory, that's how it was supposed to be... Anyway, yes. She is an artificial human. Apparently." Mordred replied

"An artificial human—is she?"

"I found her in the coffin in the backroom, and a note was attached. Let me see... The first artificial human was created by Grandfather Victor Frankenstein or something like that." Mordred said

"So it is Frankenstein's monster. But didn't it burn up in the end according to the novel? I wonder if she can hear my voice. Let's see... Are you Frankenstein's monster?"

"...Uhh, ah... uuuh..."

"It seems like she doesn't have a speech function."

"I know what you're trying to say, ma'am. You want us to give you a proper name instead of using Monster." Sonic said

"..."

"How about, Fran?" Mash asks

"...Uh..."

"Ah, she seems to be happy with the name. Okay then, Ms. Fran."

"Fran huh? That's a wonderful name, Mash." Sonic said

"...Uh, uh..."

"You're not a Servant, huh. Oh, I get it. You mean, "you're still alive."I finally understand. No wonder I couldn't figure it out just by looking at you. Oh, never mind. We can't just leave her here, so let's take her back to Jekyll." Mordred said

"...Uh, uh..."

"Your master is no longer here. You can go anywhere you want. I'll let you stay with Jekyll for now. Let's go. The fog shouldn't impact you if you're an artificial human." Mordred said

"Is she...really? I'm not so sure about that. That's a dangerous action."

"She's going to be fine! She's not breathing. Right, Fran?"

"...Uh."

"See. She's nodding." Mordred replied


*Sometime Later*

"This girl... yes, Fran is an artificial human. Her physical composition was not of a spirit. She's not a Heroic Spirit. She is a human living in this era. Wait, I guess artificial human. Maybe the description in the novel was wrong... Though I can't be that positive about it." Jekyll said

"...Uh... Uh..."

"Hmm?"

"Um, well... She's just... I mean... How can I say this..."

"You're making Fran uncomfortable, touching her while inspecting her and causing her to be unhappy," Sonic said

"Oh. I'm very sorry. How shameful of me. That was unacceptable from an English gentleman." Jekyll apologizing

"...Uh."

"She said it's alright," Sonic said

"Sonic, do you know actually understand Fran?" Mash asks

"Of course I do! Isn't that the reason why I'm able to understand Fou in the first place?" Sonic replied

"You are one of the most interesting beings I have ever come across, Sonic. Tell me, how are you able to tell what someone is saying without them speaking?" Jekyll asks

"I've talked to others who speak completely different languages from what I'm used to. And after studying their language using transcripts, I'm able to communicate with that living being. Even as going as far as to study new languages with the help of my buddy back home!" Sonic replied

"Impressive. After all, you are full of surprises."

"Hurry up and tell us what you need to talk about," Mordred said

"Sorry, got off track there for a little, another case showed up in my info network. Something strange appeared in the Soho area. Apparently, it even slips indoors to assault civilians." Jeykll replied

"Let me confirm. The homunculi, automata, and Helter Skelters until now..."

"Have zero cases of entering buildings. At least not according to my information network and Saber's patrols. What is entering buildings and attacking civilians appears to be a book as big as a human. I decided to tentatively call them Magical Tomes. I want you to deal with this. Whether this is related to "Project Demonic Fog" is uncertain, but at the very least, there have been victims in Soho. I need your help. Will you do it?" Jekyll asks

"Of course, I'll help, what Hedgehog would I be if I didn't say no?" Sonic replied

"Thank you, Sonic."

"Now, shall we? I don't know if Fran can be useful, so she'll stay here." Mordred said

"Don't say, I know she's a strong person deep inside her, she just a little bit of caring from us." Sonic replied

"What the hell are you saying?" Mordred said

"...Uh, uh... ...Uh..."

"Don't worry, Fran. Will be back before you know it!" Sonic said

"...Uh, uh."


*Later*

"Huge book... A Magical Tome, huh? A kind of monster that didn't exist in Britain back in my day."

"The Britain when you were alive... Did monsters exist back in the times of the Arthurian legends?" Mash asks

"Of course. The Knights of the Round Table even fought dragons and giants. Deep woods, steep mountains, bluffs with unceasing winds. Realms humans never cross are prime dens for Phantasmal. They come down to human dwellings every so often. And well, ordinary humans usually end up as their food." Mordred replied

"Food, you say."

"Average soldiers are no match for demonic beasts, dragons, or Phantasmal. Even in your era, most weapons are useless. But there are exceptions. For Britain—it was the Knights of the Round Table. We fought well, and killed a reasonable number, you know? Battling a Phantasmal is pretty rough... Oh, and them. Them... The Picts." Mordred said

"In our time, they're seen as very mysterious people. A tribe that once flourished mainly in Scotland, so we've heard." Mash replied

"Well, rather than people, they were... Um... They weren't like any tribes of barbarians... They went far beyond any of them. Describing it in terms of your era, they were like something that would be in a sci-fi movie, you know? Aliens? Or, something like that. Yes, that's a close one." Mordred said

All of a sudden, Sonic burst out laughing to the point he falls to the ground laughing as well. Mordred and Mash look at Sonic in confusion.

"What's up with Blue here?" Mordred said

"Senpai, what's gotten into you. why are you laughing all of a sudden?" Mash confuse

"*Laughing* I'm sorry, but that joke from Mordred has to be one of the funniest things I've ever heard of!" Sonic laughing uncontrollably

"T-That wasn't a joke... Wait I sense enemies!"

"Get a hold of yourself, Senpai. Enemies are coming!" Mash said

"*Slowly Stops Laughing* Gah... O-Okay... I'm done... Oh, boy... That just made my day." Sonic commented

Automata appear from the fog and were charging at the three at full speed.

"Hey Blue, mind taking care of those enemies for us? You seem to be good at taking down hoards on your own." Mordred said

"Sure thing!" Sonic replied

"Crushed the dolls. There. But... What is this sort of thing even called? In Asia they have a term for it, don't they?
"En" or something. It's like fate? Gathering all sorts of Heroic Spirits and making them your allies... That's not something you can achieve easily. But well, if that's the way you're using the summons I guess it's possible. This method should indeed make Heroic Spirit summons easier. I can imagine who it was that suggested it. To be honest, it feels strange to me ...But that, I suppose, is also fate." Mordred said

"Are you talking about that Summoning system thing?" Sonic asks

"Yes... It seems so, anyways. Are you talking about the Heroic Spirit Summoning System? Um... Mordred, do you know much about Heroic Spirit summons? Like you're a Saber with magecraft knowledge?" Mash said

"What did you just say, Shield? Do I have magecraft knowledge? Are you being sarcastic or ...Wait, that's not what you meant, huh. Argh, you're such a pain in the ass, Mash!"

"Y-Yes...! I don't know why I just got scolded, but in any case, I'm very sorry!"

"I'm not scolding, it's just a complaint!"

"Calm down you two. It's just miscommunication between the both of you have different thoughts." Sonic said

"..."

"Like what Sonic said, don't misunderstand me. It's not that I hate either Mash or you Blue. I don't hate you, that's not it, but... I can't help myself. Come on, let's fight. Get that shield up. I'll batter it to pieces." Mordred said

"I won't allow you two to fight here," Sonic said

"Get out the way, Blue. This is between me and her." Mordred said

"Master, get back! Mordred is serious!"

"Come on, Shdieldy! Show me what you got!" Mordred shouted

All of a sudden, Mordred charges at Mash with her sword ready and unleashes a powerful sword slash at her. However, without warning, Sonic rushes in front of Mash and stop's Mordred from attacking her by performing a somersault kick, knocking the sword from her grip, and falling right behind her. Mordred looked at Sonic giving her a serious look on his face and his arms folded together.

"Should you consider me as a Foe now? I'll gladly be the enemy here." Sonic said

"Oof... Don't glare at me like that. I regret that I went a little overboard. You seriously look scary right now. But don't get too overboard, I was only going to test Mash's strength as a Servant. She was fully aware of that as well." Mordred replied

"S-Senpai..."

"It was more of testing our guard if someone attacked us without warning. Look's like I passed, didn't I?" Sonic asks

"That was not the point of all this," Mordred replied

"Well, let's just get going. We have a city to save here either way." Sonic walking away

"I'm sorry, Mordred. Sonic doesn't know if practice fights are real or not against me only. He'll usually hop in and stop the fight as quickly as he can." Mash said

"Well, one's thing for certain is that Blue is always there to protect you during fights. You should be happy you have someone like him who's there for you. Don't worry, will do a proper fight later." Mordred said

"I know, and I respect Sonic for all his hard work," Mash replied

"Now, let's go! It's getting harder to see him as he walks further away." Mordred said while picking up her Sword


*Later*

"I received a transmission from Jekyll, so I'll connect you."

"Can you hear me? I have supplemental information to pass on." Jekyll said

"Ah, so we're able to communicate with Jekyll through here as well," Sonic commented

"Oh—I see. They took the radio transmission from Jekyll and patched it through via Dr. Roman's channel." Mash said

"Right. Chaldea's technology is marvellous. But let me cut to the chase. It's about the Magical Tome running amok in Soho. Unlike killer homunculi or automata, the Magical Tome can get past closed doors and into buildings. That we know. We have specifics on the damage now. They say it puts people into an unending slumber." Jekyll replied

"Through magecraft? Or a drug?"

"We don't know yet. If it's just a drug, it shouldn't pose an issue for you..."

"Yes, I don't think that would affect us. I don't know about Sonic since he said he's used to environments like this and has been through more deadly toxic." Mash said

"I see... Why am I not surprised by that?" Mordred said

"Either way, you two need to be careful. You guys can't sense danger but I can..." Sonic replied

"Once you've arrived in the Soho area, stop by the antique bookshop I specified first. There should be an informant there. That is if they haven't been attacked by Magical Tomes yet."

"You the heard the guy, let's get going you two!" Sonic said


*Later*

Eventually, they make their way to a Bookshop and were greeted by a blue-haired boy around the age of 10 in formal clothing.

"Wow, you guys arrived faster than I thought." The Blue Hair Boy said

"All thanks to me! Also, you have a deep voice for someone like you." Sonic replied

"I should be saying the same thing to you as well. A Talking Blue Creature, huh? Fascinating, I should write a story about you." The Boy said

"Huh? Wait, so the informant he mentioned is this brat?" Mordred said

"This boy, as it were. He must have some relation to this antique bookshop. Maybe he's the shopkeeper's son or relative... or grandson. Is that correct? You're the one who contacted Mr. Jekyll, and is seeking help from us, right?" Mash asks

"Yes, that's right. The situation being what it is, a rough understanding is fine for now." The Boy said

"Well, we're here to fix that problem!" Sonic replied

"You kind of...have a really nice voice. Is your voice changing right now?" Mordred asks

"Yeah, I've always wanted to be in theatres. So embarrassing. Nothing is more embarrassing than a life where you couldn't achieve what you want! Well, we'll put talk of my beautiful voice aside. I'll be talking your ears off from here, anyway. For now, let's talk about "this place." The Magical Tome already assaulted the elderly shopkeeper here. Nearly half of Soho's people met the same fate. They've fallen into unending slumber and now dream merrily together." The Boy said

"Do you know where the Magical Tome is now? Also, how did you manage to escape its attack?" Romani asks

"Huh? Are you stupid? Is your brain, not just your voice, in la-la land? Obviously, I ran away from it!" The Boy replied

"Huh? ...oh! Um, s-sorry... Of course... That makes perfect sense... Ha, ha, sorry... I apologize... Ha, ha... Ha, ha, ha..."

"Doctor, please don't get hurt by a child's words. Kids that age tend to speak very bluntly." Mash said

"So, you asked where the Magical Tome is. Right here. It's on the 2nd-floor residence of the bookshop... In other words, still on this floor, in the study next door." The Boy said

Moments later, a mysterious book flies toward's Sonic and attempts to attack him but Sonic grabs it without trying and flips through the pages.

"Attacking the short one, huh? Fine, will deal with this mess outside." Sonic said


*Outside*

Sonic, Mordred, and Mash were all outside the bookshop fighting the Magical Tome. Mordred slashes the book several times while blocking its attacks but did not deal any damage, just sounds of a female voice moaning and getting hit each time Mordred. Mash

"I feel uneasy attacking this book for some reason..." Sonic said

"This isn't any book I've seen before. But I have heard talking Books only before..." Sonic commented

"Dammit, I know the attacks are hitting, but they're not getting through! What's with this book?

"I don't get it either. Our attacks are landing, but it's not going down!" Mash said

"..."

"Tch, floating around like that! So cheeky for a book, are you missing pages or something!?" Mordred said

"More like a banned book. If the contents are true, then even as a book it can kill people... Or so the story goes." The Boy said

"Ah, so you decided to join us, huh?" Sonic said

"Keep watching the Magical Tome, miss. Don't worry about me, I'll take off as soon as I say what needs to be said." The Boy said

"You... I thought you had a good voice, but I never thought. Are you by chance a Servant? Damn, this fog is clouding my intuition!" Mordred asks

"You finally noticed. Yes, I'm a Heroic Spirit like you. Or rather... Did you think a kid reading rare books so calmly in a time like this is normal? The ability to detect magical energy aside, your intuition as a reader is abysmal, Saber. You should read more. I recommend the series on shelf E on the 1st floor. They're full of dreams, adventures, and bad endings you might like." The Boy said

"Who the hell are you!" Mordred asks

"Andersen. Hans Christian Andersen. My class is Caster. If you want to know the details, read one of my books." Anderson replied

"What? What? Whaaat!? Hans Christian Andersen, the author– Of amazing... He's one of the top three fairy tale authors in the world, Senpai!" Mash excited

"I don't know who he is, Mash. I'm sorry..." Sonic said calmly

"...Oh yea... I forgot... sorry... It's just that a few books that he published and I'm seeing him in person!" Mash said

"Oh. You don't have to hide it, it's obvious! You're an avid reader! I have an avid reader among Servants!" Andersen replied

"First characters from fictional novels, now an actual author! And, our enemy is a book! Okay, it's turning into another confusing situation, Sonic! So how's Mr. Andersen? Is he amazing as a Servant!?" Romani said

"Huh? What does that bonehead expect? I'm an author. Of course, I'm absolutely powerless. It's neat to encounter a Magical Tome that attacks people, but it's literally impossible for me to defeat it alone. So, here I am, waiting for Servants fit for physical labour to show up! Now go fight, Saber and Ms. Avid Reader! I'll keep detailed notes of the entire affair!" Andersen replied

"Shut up, please shut up! I feel like killing you before the Magical Tome!" Mordred shouted

"What? Not only do you lack the intelligence to study the Magical Tome, but you also can't make distinctions between friend and foe? Amazing. An extreme barbarian! You know, your head must be filled with mashed potatoes!" Anderson replied

"Move aside, Shieldy! I'm going to beat the crap out of that punk first!" Mordred said

"I know how you feel but calm down! Mr. Andersen, please say something to her, too!" Mash replied

"Say something? Oh, something beneficial. Hmm. Well then, here's a lecture. You have experienced the nature of the Magical Tome, yes? Attacks are ineffective. Of course, they are. It's because you think it's a book. It's not. It's a type of Reality Marble." Andersen said

"Reality Marble? What the heck is that all about?" Sonic asks

" It's a type of powerful magecraft that rewrites how the world exists. They say it's almost equivalent to True Magic. Rarely, there are cases when a Servant materialized uses it as their Noble Phantasm." Mash explaining

"Right, maybe a Reality Marble affects the space it's in. But that's different. Its existence itself is a Reality Marble. That's why it has endurance near invincibility. It effectively utilizes the fact it is a Reality Marble. Then, why is that possible? Good. That's a natural question. But figure out that much on your own! There's plenty of food for thought, anyone can make sense of it in minutes!"

"But we don't have those few minutes! State the conclusion! The conclusion!" Mash shouted

"How hasty... Do you start books at the end? Oh, fine. Out of respect for the avid reader, I'll tell you. My reason by analogy is that it originally was a Servant that projects the psyche of its Master. It's easy if you elicit from dramaturgy. Though, I needed to ponder for about an hour." Andersen replied

"You took your sweet time! Enough! State the conclusion! The conclusion!" Mordred shouted

Sonic rub's his head in confusion watching the three Servants arguing.

"The conclusion, or rather, the problem is before you. This is a "stray." There is no Master. That's why it attacked the people in Soho. It put them to sleep and made them dream. In short, it's searching for a Master. To manifest the dream, it's "trying to materialize" as a Pseudo-Servant." Andersen reluctantly said

"...I see! So the guise of this Magical Tome has no substance!" Romani said

"Good answer! It's not even a Servant. It's a clump of magical energy that wants to be a Servant. It will materialize eventually if left alone. In return, every citizen of Soho will fall asleep. Compared to the fog of magical energy drifting outside, the damage may not be as vicious. However. Some may become emaciated and die while asleep, but perhaps nobody will die. To begin with, if sleep takes so much of one's time, we writers would go out of business! So, it will be defeated. Soho has many bookstores, both new and used." Andersen replied

"You contradict yourself, Mr. Andersen! You just said it has no substance so we can't defeat..."

"I mean, you can't look for a book without a title. It's easy to give substance to a story. Can you hear me? I'll give you a name, Magical Tome, no... A Tale for Someone, Nursery Rhyme!" Andersen shouted

Moments later, the book transforms into a little girl holding on to the book that is worse a white and black dress.

"I was wondering why attacking hat book felt uneasy. I was fighting a little literal child." Sonic said

"You can do things when you actually try, punk! But why didn't you do anything until now!?" Mordred said

"Idiot, if I gave it substance, it would attack me, too. Just saying, I'm very weak in fistfights. I told you I had no choice but to hold my breath and read books until you guys, the physical labour, showed up."

"...Nursery... Rhyme... No, it's not. That's not "my" name, "my" name is Alice." Rhyme said

"Mmm? Huh?"

"Something...is a bit off from Mr. Andersen's predictions..." Mash said

"Alice, where are you? Alice isn't...here... Hey, big sisters. Where is the lonely "me?" Rhyme confused

"If anything, she's probably not from this era," Sonic said

"Correct, Sonic. ...I can't believe there was a Master who loved a book without a title this much. This is what you call painful to watch. I'm sorry, but please defeat it quickly."

"I feel uneasy hurting a child, Andersen. It's not my thing..." Sonic said

"Are you serious?! This is no child, defeat it!" Andersen shouted

"Step aside, Blue. Mash and I will take care of it." Mordred said

"Got it!" Mash replied

Moments later, Mordred and Mash both charged at Nursery Rhyme as the three began battling each other. Sonic watches with Andersen the Mordred was slashing Nursery Rhyme with her and dealing massive damage at Nursery Rhyme as she cries out each time she gets attacked. Sonic watches in horror as Mash swings her Shield across and throws Nursery Rhyme away from her, hitting a wall and falling to the ground soon after. Moments later, Sonic's eyes roll back as he's background onto the ground, unconscious after watching Mash and Mordred fighting Nursery Rhyme. Andersen grabs Sonic's arms and slowly drags him back inside the bookshop to place him to rest for a while.


*Later*

After a while of being knocked out from what Sonic witnessed, he slowly begins to open his eyes and notices he was back inside the Bookshop resting on the bookshelves. He rubs his eyes and notices Mordred and Mash inside the Bookshop as well as the two notice Sonic slowly wake up.

"Senpai! Are you okay?!" Mash concern

"Y-Yea... I'm fine... What happened?" Sonic asks

"You were unconscious after witnessing these two attacking a little girl you claim to say. But in reality, it wasn't. Get of hold yourself." Andersen replied

"..."

"I understand seeing children getting hurt in front of you makes you feel uncomfortable Senpai. But there isn't any option left to do but to take them down." Mash said

"*Takes A Deep Breath* I know... this isn't my world, to begin with anyway..." Sonic replied

"Well, let's move. Let's leave before the antique bookshop's owner wakes up. Because I'm also a thief. Actually, I snuck in from the back door. It'd be awkward if he woke up and called the cops. Getting arrested despite helping is going too far for a trashy book!" Andersen said

"You entered without permission, and still acted that confidently!?" Mordred shock


*Back At The Hideout*

"And we have arrived back here," Sonic said

"My, what a lovely little hideout. I like it. I'll take the study next door. I'll be unpacking, so call me if you need me. Oh, and don't forget to knock." Andersen said

"...wow, I'm so tired. That baggage made me double tired. No, triple tired!" Mordred said

"She's wrecking my personal sofa again... I'd prefer you use the one for guests... Oh, never mind. Just stay there and listen. Mash, you and Sonic too. Jack the Ripper is back. And this time they're not murdering women in the fog. They're currently putting Scotland Yard under siege. I'm picking up calls for help from stations all over London." Jekyll said

"So Jack decided to show up again, huh?" Sonic replied

"A Servant of Assassin class. We fought a few times in the fog... Escapes every time. I can't quite finish 'em off. They escape into the fog! On top of that, I can't remember a face, figure, or specific abilities! It pisses me off! Every time I hear "Jack the Ripper," all I can do is think, "Oh yeah, that Assassin!" Mordred pissed

"Jack was a little girl holding large knives. Jack was the cause of my Bloodstained glove." Sonic replied

"Even after all his time, you still remember how Jack looked?" Mordred said

"Of course I have. If Mash lost memory of Jack, it was probably some sort of skill they placed on her and tried to on me. But thanks to Chaos Energy, it blocked that skill from affecting me." Sonic replied

"Yes, Senpai. That's right. It's due to either a skill or a Noble Phantasm." Mash said

"Then what the hell are we waiting for? Let's get going!" Mordred said

"What, stepping out? Then say so. Bring me back...I know! Some scones would be great." Andersen said

"You're not coming!? No, you wouldn't be useful if you did... ...Wait. Can you make them easier to beat, like that last one?"Mordred asks

"The last one was an extreme exception. Don't count on it. What do you expect an author to do, to begin with? Do you think authors are all-powerful, omniscient gods? Then you need to learn better. Listen to me. Authors are just fools who fled to the pen when reality wouldn't go their way. Do you really think I can help you with anything?" Andersen replied

"...I was stupid for asking, Sonic. Well, are you able to take us both using your speed? Considering our armour and weapons? Mordred asks

"Of course, I can! Just both of you hold onto my hands tightly." Sonic replied

"Understood."

"Got it, Senpai."

Mordred and Mash both hold onto's Sonic's arm tightly soon after. While Mordred hold Sonic's hand, she felt something that can only be described as familiar.

"This feeling... somehow... feels very familiar... something very close to Father... What the hell am I thinking?! This is a f**king Hedgehog I'm talking about..." Mordred thought

"Everything alright, Mordred?" Sonic asks

"O-Oh! Y-Yea... I'm fine... Don't worry about me, let's just get going! We're wasting time! VAMOS!" Mordred shouted

"Oh yea, I forgot that. Anyway,m hang on tight! Things are about to get bumpy!"

Moments later, Sonic, Mash, and Mordred speed away from the hideout leaving a cloud of dust behind him which both Andersen and Jekyll were coughing from.

"When Sonic said he was the fastest person ever. I didn't think it was actually true!" Jekyll said

"That Blue creature has all the attributes for a protagonist for a story. I know, I should write a novel about him!" Andersen said


*With Sonic, Mash, And Mordred*

The three were currently fighting a hoard of Homunculus that was standing in their way. Mordred lunges at one of the Homunculus and unleashes several sword slashes across their body before kicking them away, jumping at them, and slashing its head off from its body. Sonic homing attacks two of the Homunculus at the same time, knocking them away from him as Mash jumps over one of the Homunculus, kicks down her shield toward the Homunculus and drops them to the ground soon after.

"Let's keep going you two!" Sonic said

"Right!"

"Seems good to me!" Mordred said

"He fights pretty fiercely. I guess he really is the Treacherous Knight of legend." Romani said

"Yes, you're right. His combat powers match what's in the legend. He's swift and accurate, like a bolt of lightning flashing through the sky. You won't sense a shred of doubt in his blade." Mash said

"..."

"Mordred the Treacherous Knight has manifested here as a Saber class. Of course, he's not from this era. He's from the Arthurian legends of the 5th and 6th century. The one who brought upon its end. He literally betrayed King Arthur." Romani explained

Sonic bit his teeth while listening to Mash and Romani talk about Mordred.

"It was no ordinary betrayal, either. He brought together all of Arthur's enemies, both domestic and foreign... ...and became what we call the Treacherous King. In peaceful times, he could've been the king himself. There are many stories of his own glory. He was originally a Knight of the Round Table..." Mash said

"And is said to be King Arthur's "son." But there are also stories that the King didn't admit such. Some say that's the reason for his betrayal. In the end, why did Mordred betray King Arthur?" Romani replied

Mash notices Sonic staring down at the ground, in total shock listening to Mash and Romani.

"Senpai? Are you alright?" Mash asks

"...I... I had a Son...?" Sonic whispers

"You have a Son? W-What? What are you talking about?" Mash confuse

"What's gotten into you, Sonic? You've been acting strange every time we talked about King Arthur and Mordred's past. Care to explain why? ...WAIT A MINUTE... SONIC... I JUST REALIZED... YOU TOLD US BEFORE THAT YOU WERE THE LEGEND HIMSELF BACK IN YOUR WORLD AND...!" Romani shouted

"*Realizes What's Going On And Look's At Sonic With A Shock Expression* SENPAI?!" Mash shouted

Sonic looks up at Mash whose face was filled with shock.

"I... can't believe it..." Sonic said

"Come on you two, let's get moving!" Mordred shouted

"R-Right! We're coming! *Looks Back At Sonic* Do not say anything now, Senpai. This information should be kept hidden until further notice. Now come on, let's go!" Mash said


*A A Few moments Later*

Using his speed and holding both Mash and Mordred, the three manage to avoid fights that Mash and Mordred would've definitely would've stopped and fight. Though the two felt a little dizzy being dragged at light speed, it was the best option to go with avoiding battle with the enemy.

"Once we get to our destination, we should wait till nightfall hits. That's the perfect time for enemies to appear, especially Jack!" Sonic said

"Sorry to interrupt while you're moving. I've got news from Da Vinci. I'll give you her analysis on Helter Skelter,
that huge armoured robot. She's still not finished, but according to what she's found so far... First, it's not a Golem. The video showed no traces of magecraft. Even if it's a pure machine... there are still many unknowns, except that it seems to be steam-operated. It looks like the technology that doesn't exist in our year 2017. It was made via some technology that was hidden or perhaps lost... It's as if it's a product of some super-technology from a world that took a "different path" than our own. ...Yeah. ...So, I guess you're running right now. It would make sense that you wouldn't answer. That's all I've got. Good luck, guys!"


*Night Time*

After waiting till nightfall hits the town, the three manage to make their way to their destination where they finally meet the infamous killer once again, Jack The Ripper.

"You came out here. All right. Hehe...what should we do? Should we kill you? One, two, three, lots. Lots. Hehe. We killed lots and lots, but we're still hungry. We're starving. The police officers don't have much magical energy, you know. So thanks for coming. We'll be full after we eat your magical energy." Jack said

"Now that's just messed up..." Sonic commented

"This smells of blood...the Yard's been wiped out, huh?"

"There are two moving responses there beside you. Jack the Ripper, and one more." Romani said

Moments later, a male individual appears from the fog.

"Yes. I'm a Caster Servant. I'm one of the leaders of the "Project" you know of."

"Project? Never heard about it before..." Sonic replied

"*Notices Sonic* A talking Blue creature? So what the girl here said about a talking blue creature wandering around here was true. Guess I'm one of few lucky ones to meet this creature. Oh, please call me "P." Unfortunately, you're too late. Scotland Yard has been slaughtered to the last man. They all died horribly. That girl has no compassion within her at all. But it was necessary. A necessary sacrifice. That's all I can say. Man is to be loved. Love and emotions are both noble, brilliant things. But— How sad. Sometimes they pale in comparison to the greater good. Something we need was kept inside Scotland Yard. Figures the British Empire, home of the Mage's Association and the Clock Tower, would put a heavy magical seal on. And so, sadly, they were in the way of our greater good." P said

"Why do you mouth off like you actually know stuff? I could care less about love and emotions! Yet again, you guys laid your hands on what's mine." Mordred shouted

"I read Heroic Spirits are usually heroes, and here I'm seeing them kill innocent people in front of me! Have you lost your mind!?" Sonic said

"I am so filled with sorrow I cannot control myself. Humans, possessing emotion, should be sacred. Humans, filled with love, should be dazzling. My power cannot save them. No, looking at the results, it could never save them. Time is being incinerated. Humanity is being incinerated. The march of civilization, emotions, love, are all disappearing. Only four more singularities remain in the world. How sad. But neither you nor I can stop it. No, if we could not stop it..." P replied

"...I feel a contradiction. A contradiction in your words when you speak of emotion. Caster, no, "P," who are you? You used Jack to take human lives. You're sure the one without compassion." Mash said

"Yes, perhaps I am, beautiful young girl. I am a mage and a wicked and cruel one at that. Even now, I tell an innocent girl as follows: Jack. You handle them. Do what you like. They might be "your mother." P said

"Huh? They...might? Oh, We see. Hmmm. Then we'll do to you what we do to Mommy, okay? Will you let us "go back?" Will you let us go inside you...inside Mommy..."

"No. You're going straight back to the Throne. I'll kill you here." Mordred said

"...Senpai..."

"You two deal with Jack. I'll deal with this guy!" Sonic said

"Understood. Ready Mordred?" Mash asks

"Hell yea! Let's do this!"

Mordred charges her sword and lunges at Jack with multiple sword slashes at her. Jack blocks each sword attack from Mordred with her knives and counters back with fast slashes back at Mordred. Mordred's armour took the brunt of the slashes from Jack, grab's her from her throat and kicks Jack away from her. Jack land's on the ground and notices Mash charging at her and swinging her shield at her moments later. Jack front flipped over Mash, the land behind her and unleashed several knife attacks on her, this time, Mash was ready for the attack as she quickly turns around, dodges the attacks, and kicks her shield at Jack which made her pushed back by the force of shield. Mash wasn't done yet as she jumps over her shield and performs an overhead axe kick on top of Jack's head, slamming her down onto the ground and causing a small shock wave from the force of the attack. Jack spits out blood, slowly gets up from the ground, turns around and notices Mordred charging at her once again. Jack wasn't going to give up easily as she lunges at Mordred and both began clanging weapons over and over at one another. Each time their swords clanged, a small shock wave will erupt around them, causing the lights around to flicker. While the two continue to clang weapons over and over for a few more seconds. Mash rushes toward Jack and throws a punch at her face, sending her to a light pole and hitting it before falling to the ground. Jack slowly looks up and watches as Mash rushes toward her with a fist and throws a punch at her. Jack quickly dodges it and was about to stab Mash until Mordred stabs her through her stomach which caused Jack to vomit out blood onto the ground. Jack slowly looks at Mordred as she pushes the sword inside of her more and screams in pain from the sword. Moments later, she then kicks her out of her and unleashes several power sword swings at her, dealing massive damage to Jack and ends it off with a powerful slash that sends Jack to the gate, bending it and falling to the ground soon after.

With Sonic, Sonic and P were having their own battle as well as P fires several magic spells at Sonic but Sonic being himself, dodges each spell attack easily and homing attacks toward P right ta his face, hitting him and knocking him away from him. P rubs his face and continues firing ore magic spells at Sonic. However, P notices that Sonic was nowhere to be found and looks around his surroundings to find to locate the Blue Blur. All of a sudden, Sonic appears behind "P" and throws a punch behind his head, knocking him down to the ground, and stomping down at him soon after. Sonic land's land in front of "P" as he gets back up from the ground and looks directly at him.

"I have to say, your quite fast for someone like you. My spells aren't fast enough to attack you directly. You aren't a Servant, aren't you?" "P" said

"Of course, I'm not! I'm just a Hedgehog who's like a little bit of fun in an adventure like now. " Sonic replied

"I see... *Looks At The Direction Of Jack*"

"Mommy... No... No, no, noo... It hurts... Why... Why ...Why? Tell me... Please... Please?" Jack said before vanishing

"Farewell, a child who knows not love. I pray that someday you find the love you seek. Now then.
I suppose I should die by your hands here as well. The wicked mage is defeated by the heroes. That is one of the endings I seek. But, I will first fulfill my duty. Farewell, you heroes who would walk the bright path. You too, Knight of the Round Table... I pray that you forever remain the "heroes" who defeat evil." P said vanishing away

"This isn't the last time will see him again," Sonic said

"Teleportation... if it wasn't caused by the use of a Command Spell, it's... It's a skill closer to True Magic. With the way he did it... A possibility is the Holy Grail..." Mash said

"It's possible. He did say that he was one of the people behind Project Demonic Fog trying to destroy this era. It's also possible that the owner of the Holy Grail teleported him away as well. What are they... What are they trying to do here in London?" Romani said

"Who cares? We'll find them and crush them."


*?"

"...I have returned."

"Sshhuu... Kkoohh..."

"Excellent work. ...So that girl was defeated?"

"Unfortunately, she's dead. A second loss, after Mephistopheles."

"The grand scheme remains unaffected. We need simply advance our "project."

"Yes, that's right. We are Servants. We obey our Master's words. There is no need for regret. You just need to move ahead with your "project."

"To pave the path for the world and civilization... That is our destiny as scholars. But the world has been incinerated... Humanity and civilization are on the path to an unchangeable end. We no longer..."


To Be Continue...


"Next Time: London (Part 3.)" Sonic As The Narrator