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Matou Kariya – Yuiko (Berserker) Part I
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"Good day to you, may I ask..." I looked up at the white haired man before me...his body in pretty bad shape. "Are you...my Master?" I asked tilting my head to the side.
"A...I...am..." The man stared at me with wide eyes, obviously confused. "How...did I...fail?"
"It is not a failure. I am Berserker." I glanced at the shriveled up old man watching me. How disgusting. "My Madness Enhancement is sealed. If you wish for it, I can unlock it when necessary. When unsealed, I will automatically attack anyone deemed my enemy. Once there are no enemies within the vicinity, it will automatically seal itself."
"Hmph. So this Servant isn't as useless as perceived, but it is still a mere child for a Servant."
"...Zouken, I will win with Berserker no matter what you think. Berserker, we're leaving."
"Yes, my Master."
I walked behind the man who is my Master. Holy Grail War...how interesting. Once we exited the decent sized manor and through the gates to the street...I turned to my disfigured Master. I reached out touching his arm, only to retract it quickly when I sensed what was within his body. I tugged on my dark locks, it gaining a green tint when hit by the street lights. This body is no older than ten…still that of a child. Well, no matter.
"Master." I looked up at my Master with wide brown unblinking eyes, so similar to that of a cat's. "May I inquire your name?" I asked tilting my head to the side.
"...Matou...Kariya..." My Master stared down at me with a frown. "Can you...even fight?" Kariya questioned displeased, be it for my status as a child or the fact a child is to fight for him.
"That you will find out in due time. Come, let us search for a suitable place to rest our weary bodies." I said turning and taking the lead.
"Where are you going, Berserker?"
"Don't speak, just follow."
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Kariya was obviously confused as to how I managed to obtain a decent motel room without having to pay for it...and without us getting caught on camera. I sat on a chair, staring at Kariya who was sitting on the bed as he was stressed out about what has occurred. I was busy spreading my wires around the room to make it soundproof inside and out...and invisible to the outside world from even an Assassin. I tapped my fingernail against the armrest before making my decision.
"Master." Kariya stared at me and I gave him a blank stare. "Those things within you...if you keep those within you then I will not work with you. If you are willing, I can purge you of them and the damage done by them." I stated running my nail against the wood.
"The things inside my body? Ah, you mean the Crest Worms. I'm surprised you noticed." Kariya said running his fingers through his hair.
"Don't underestimate me. Those things are killing you and will only hinder you during this war." I stated standing up.
"Leave them. I ca-"
"You are weak with those things in you. If you dare tell me that you wish to keep those things within your body then I would much rather die here! If you do not let me purge you of them, I will not allow you to call yourself my Master. If it your mana you are so concerned about then do not be. I can take mana from humans without them noticing and if I must I can kill those unworthy of living."
"You can do that?"
"Of course."
"You won't kill the humans you're taking mana from?"
"Don't worry, it's a simple thing for someone like me. Give me two to three days to deal with you. We'll be spending the first night dealing with the things within you. Another day to let your body rest. The remaining time will be spent healing your body. Well, your hair will definably remain white though."
"That's fine, do what you need to do...Berserker."
"It will be incredibly painful. As if you're dying."
"I already faced death." Kariya gave me a weak smile. "If you do this...you will ensure I win the Grail?"
"Why do you desire it?"
"I...There's a girl in that house that I have to save. These...things." Kariya motioned to himself. "Are also in her. If I win the Grail and give it to Zouken then he'll let her go."
"...Very well, you have been granted the best Servant then. Once we obtain victory, I can also purge her of those parasites."
"Thank you, Berserker."
"Do not thank me yet, we have a lot of work to do."
I smiled at him, kissing his cheek...that's before I dug my nails into his skin of his arms...feeding my wires throughout his body. He released a scream, a wailing like a beast. Those disgusting little things were carefully and slowly pushed out of his skin...killed...destroyed...until they were no more. He passed out at one point, but it was no matter...the last of those disgusting creatures was expelled and I slowly removed my nails from his skin.
"How gross..." I muttered moving to the bathroom to clean my nails.
I hummed a soft song as I went out to the nearest convenience store to purchase some food. I stole money from some rich kids to pay for it properly. It won't do if there's a string of robberies that no one has no knowledge of. Plus there's way too many cameras and it's broad daylight, I'm not that stupid. I also searched for some material to use, but this place is boring. I want to hurry up and go home. I was killing time watching TV and painting my nails, but I'm still bored and it's not like I can do anything while my 'Master' is asleep. He should wake up soon.
"Good morning, Master." I gave him a false smile, completely innocent that matched my 'age'. "How do you feel to be rid of those disgusting creatures?" I asked putting down the bright pink nail polish.
"Aside from the pain...I've never been better."
"Due to the damage caused by those disgusting things, I will be forced to use my own body parts to heal the damage done. Ah, of course even if I do die or disappear I can make it so that they won't disappear as well. I simply must bond it to a molecular level until your body recognizes as your own. Please eat, I have much work to do and you need your strength."
"How long was I asleep?"
"Ten hours. Also, you weren't asleep. You fainted due to sheer pain."
"After I eat, we can continue."
"You will rest. I am already examining your body to see what I must fix. There is too much damage and I will need the rest of the day to figure out where I should even start."
"How...?" Kariya glanced at his body, obviously not seeing anything attached to himself. "Are you actually a Caster?"
"I am Berserker. You will be able to see me in action eventually. For now, you must rest and regain your strength. The next part isn't as bad, but it will be painful."
"Right..."
"Now then, eat up."
I let him rest for the rest of the day, killing time by gathering whatever information I can on the outside world through various...means. I also managed to stockpile enough energy to use my Noble Phantasm at least three or four times before I'm forced to take any from Kariya. Well, I won't use it unless I feel like I'm in serious danger or something. It'd be boring if this game ended too quickly after all.
"Now then...what kind of face should I be giving him?" I questioned with an amused smile.
When I healed up his body, instead of his original face. He's a handsome young man...with white hair. As a vain person, I'm perfectly fine with him getting a bit angry with me. Plus...if he is walking around looking like a hobo and a kid next to him...he'd end up arrested in no time. If he looks like a background character, then I'd feel sick to my stomach too!
"Berserker..." Kariya said looking at his new face in the mirror.
"I healed you and I fixed you up because I despise ugly things. Don't think too badly of me, Master. I'm quite petty after all. I shall win you that Grail, so you need a healthy body to take care of that child...I'm sure you'll have no problem finding a wife afterwards either." I said exhausted.
"...Thank you, Berserker. It must have been painful for you as well, right?"
"Not really. Thank me once we win this war."
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I watched the fight from a distance. At first it was just Lancer and Saber, duking it out...then Rider interrupted it and Archer appeared. There's an Assassin nearby watching so we're practically a full house. All that we're missing is Caster. I received a message from my Master. He wants me to kill them. Well then, that's an easy request. I was looking forward to playing. I waved my hand lightly, knocking away the two weapons Archer had sent flying towards Rider for his insolence. I released a giggle, causing all eyes to turn in the direction I was coming from.
"Come now, come now. You guys aren't very fair~! Why do you guys get all the fun? I want to join in as well." The light shone on me, revealing my tiny petite form. I pinched both sides of my dress, giving a polite curtsy. "Good day to you all. I am the Servant Berserker. A pleasure." I said with a false smile.
"Mongrel, were you the one to touch my treasures?" Archer questioned glaring down at me.
"Oh, of course I am." I released my dress and I straightened my back. I gazed upon the golden Servant. "What do you plan on doing about it?"
"Mongrel. You've just committed a grave offence." Archer summoned more weapons using unknown means and I simply sighed. "Your scattered remains shall suffice as punishment."
The moment the weapons were launched at me, I simply used my wires to manipulate them so they wouldn't hit me. I didn't move an inch as they didn't even touch a hair upon my head. This only served to piss Archer off further and he was about to continue his assault...until his master forced him to return.
"Let's meet again then, Archer-san." I said taunting him before he left.
Master, what is it you wish for me to do? The servant of the Tokiomi man has left.
Do as you please for now, but return before they can figure out a way to harm you.
"Thank you so much, Master~!" I turned my gaze to the remaining Servants, a wide smile appearing on my face. "Hm...Well, I must admit...I rather liked the fight between Lancer and Saber. For now, I shall let you two fight as you please." I said to their surprise.
"You are clearly not a knight, but you will allow us to continue our duel?" Saber questioned in disbelief.
"I don't care much for honor and such, but I won't finish the fight of another unless they are an important friend of mine. Saber, you are a king and as a fellow king I shall respect your wish to finish your duel. However, be warned that the moment it ends I can very well take your head if I so wished for it."
"You have my thanks then, Berserker."
"Berserker, why-"
"I refuse to join you." I shot down Rider's offer before he could finish it. "My Master wishes for the Grail and I shall give it to him. I won't hand it over to any of you here."
"That's a shame. While I do not know what you did to repeal Archer's strike, I am in your debt."
"Then...You can treat me to some delicious sweets or wine. However, I'm a rather picky person so not just any sweet or wine will do. My tongue is that of a king's." I stuck my tongue out at him, showing off my elongated canines. "What do you say, King of Conquerors?"
"HAHAHAHA! You have yourself a deal, Berserker!"
"That's good then~!" I turned on my heels, giving them a light wave of my hand. What they don't know is that I attached wires to everyone in the vicinity. "I shall take my leave tonight. I suggest the rest of you do the same."
I left, still smiling. I reappeared before Kariya and I gave him a slight nod of my head. He returned it, knowing what I had done. I grabbed his elbow and I transported us back to our hotel. I listened to Kariya talk excitedly about how Archer was forced to retreat and how the Tokiomi man was afraid of us. I responded to this by slapping him, a normal human woman's slap mind you...as using the one meant for my brother would very well kill him.
"Master, you are a fool if you think this is over. You can brag all you like after we defeat Archer, but not before. We must obtain the last laugh, understood?!" I questioned pointing at him.
"Oi...Berserker, you didn't have to hit me so hard..." Kariya said with a red print in the shape of my hand on his face.
"I dislike bragging before we accomplish anything! Now then, we must also prepare ourselves for our backup plan should we not obtain the Grail." I said taking a seat.
"You don't have confidence in yourself to win?" Kariya questioned looking at me with a slight frown.
"I have more than enough confidence in our victory, but it is always important to have backup plans. If you focus ahead too often then your opponent will be a step ahead of you! We must be five steps ahead of our opponents, understood?" I questioned with a grin.
"You're right."
"Good."
I spent the next hour speaking with Kariya about possible things we can do to save Sakura should we not obtain the Grail...however, I doubt we should wish for it so badly. After all, this kind of war...using heroes of the past...there is no way someone such as myself would have been summoned. I am a demon after all.
"This little war game isn't so bad...The outside air is nice to enjoy...on occasion..." I muttered to myself, watching over my sleeping Master.
I was moderating his dreams, ensuring he didn't get anything on my past...on who I am...what kind of being I am. Even if he is my Master...those...Command Spells...they'll become a problem later on. Three absolute orders...If I'm not careful, he could ask me to kill myself. I cannot allow that to happen, not now...not ever. This is a partnership for now...not that of a Master and Servant. I will never willingly lower my head to someone so weak if not for those Command Spells.
"Still...to do something for a woman you love...who will not love you back, what a hopeless fool...Well, if we fail...that child can become mine. She's certainly cute enough...and I want to try to raise a child...it'd be a good way to kill time. Still, to summon me in my younger form...you must care for that child quite a bit, huh?"
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Matou Kariya – Yuiko (Berserker) Part I Ends
This loosely follows the plot of Fate/Zero. With Yuiko as a Servant and as a Berserker at that...she's not the type to follow someone she doesn't like. She's not that kind of person. If it is a partnership then she's much easier to get along with, but if you try to belittle her...well, she's a very petty and vain person for a reason. She'd happily kill anyone who insults her or those she likes after all. This Yuiko might look like a child, but this isn't her true form hence why she's actually a bit weaker than she could be and would much rather avoid conflict if she can. She doesn't hate Kariya, but at the same time she doesn't like him. Where this relationship shall go who knows~! Welp! That's all for today! Bye-bye~!