Movement 2

Chapter 1

"Concentrate!" I shouted before for the tenth time today, I slammed my feet on the face of the brown-haired pervert known as Hyoudou Issei. The force of the impact caused him to 'fly' a few feet away from us, spinning as he did so. Suddenly I heard a shout from behind and my body automatically went to deflect the sword

"I already told you, you shouldn't shout! It exposes your location" I chastised the knight Kiba Yuuto, who only smirked at me. Before I could ask, I heard faint footsteps from behind and my body projected the mirror image of my black sword to intercept. Tomoe pouted at me as her sneak attack failed to connect.

"Damn it, why can't I ever sneak up on you" she asked me and I only let out a smile. Then on instinct my body pushed backwards –disengaging from the two knights- and kicked the Pawn Genshirou Saji who tried to sneak up on me at the same time Throwing Kanshou in front of me to stop Shinra Tsubaki from attacking me and Bakuya to my side where Koneko was charging as well.

This has been how our mornings have been for two days now. Agreeing to training Issei caused the whole room to quiet before I clarified that I'll be training him to fight causing the Gremory Peerage King who had just Arrived to nod her consent –much to the Pawns shock and dismay– and the other's to join in.

[Boost!] I heard from afar before Issei jumped to Kiba's side and a [Transfer] was shouted again suddenly Kiba seemed to be in concentration before my instincts pushed my body to jump high. Numerous number of swords suddenly sprouted out and of the land like plants making me raise an eyebrow. A split second after that I sensed something coming in fast and saw that Tsubaki had thrown Koneko at me her Queen's strength propelling Koneko at high speeds. Reinforcing my body further, I covered my chest with my arms and gritted my teeth as Koneko punched me without holding back sending me careening through the trees and causing a crater to form. Using the momentum, I spun and projected rider's dagger and stabbed one of the trees swinging and returning to the battle field –much to their (Issei's) dismay and shock-. Projecting a black bow and a very familiar red tipped arrow –though weaker this time-. As I was on top of them I fired just before landing smoothly. I waited for the dust to settle, I was in no hurry. Tomoe was up as well as Koneko and Kiba though they seemed ready to fall at even the slightest of winds. It seemed Tsubaki, Issei and Saji covered for them.

"Alright that's enough" as soon as my voice reached them they all fell like puppets without strings. "Good you're all learning" that got Tomoe to laugh bitterly.

"Learning? We got slaughtered" she said unmoving as Momo and Reya along with Asia started healing them. "You totally decimated us"

"You shouldn't compare yourself to me" I said shaking my head "I've been doing this for years" before turning to the two kings who were sitting on the bench they seemed to have procured from thin air.

"… supposed to be stronger than humans" Koneko said also unmoving. wincing as Reya held him after she and Momo healed Tsubaki "Yura-senpai is lucky" she finally said after a moment causing nods from the two conscious fighter's.

"Actually after she returns from visiting her parents she'll get a few one on one's with me to catch up" I said as I sat down on the chair beside Sona, accepting tea from Akeno. Koneko's eyes widened for a moment before she closed her eyes in sadness "Goodbye Yura-senpai" causing me, Tomoe and Reya to chuckle.

"so?" Rias asked and I raised my eyebrow "so?"

"you said they were learning … care to elaborate?" she urged me

"They're learning Teamwork which is good also They're using the weaknesses I told them to their advantage, case in point Kiba and Tomoe. Tsubaki throwing Koneko really shocked me, I definitely didn't see that move. The same can be said with thing Issei and Kiba did with the swords" thank you for the additional swords for my arsenal.

Tsubaki seemed to have returned to consciousness as she moved for a moment before speaking. "It was the only opening I saw" she said and I nodded "yes that was a good move, though you should have thrown Tomoe so she can slash at the opponent rather than just sending him out of range." Tsubaki nodded as she stood up, her form being engulfed in a magic circle before her Uniform was as good as new.

"What about me?" Saji said and I thought about it for a moment.

"I can't really say anything special Saji because of our predicament" the main problem between me and Saji was the mismatch that occurs whenever we fight (I.e. my swords always end up cutting up his absorption line, no matter how weak I made them – Asia had to be called about that for a few times-). "however you and Issei are at the same level if we're looking at it through stats alone, meaning if you were to face each other you'd most likely end up knocking each other out." Saji sighed but nodded however I wasn't finished "if you wish to get better then my only advice is to train under boxers or under the two rooks." I said pointing to Koneko since the other one was still away "I specialize in Bladed weapon type fighters however you'd be better training your hand-to-hand skills and endurance." his predicament is unique in the sense that while he's supposed to be a support, yet he still has to get close to the enemy. And though I know a few of them, I'm not nearly proficient in them to be able to teach Saji much. He would be better finding someone now while he's still green rather than later.

"I see … so I should have reincarnated him as a rook?" Sona asked and I shook my head "no, it's good that you chose a pawn for him. The flexibility the pawn piece gives him would only help him in the long run. After all, from the books I've read Devils only get stronger." It's true once he learns to harness the speed and magic the other pieces would grant him he'll be quite the fighter add to that his sacred gear [Absorption Line] and he'll be perfect. "you should also learn techniques on bullwhipping, it might work with your Sacred gear" I said as an afterthought taking a sip of tea, completely disregarding the ominous giggling I was hearing.

[~]

I was here again. No surprise, I always end up here whenever I close my eyes. Swords upon swords as far as the eye can see, white clouds, four giant gear that was divided into two as if making way hung in the sky and turned ever so slowly, a bright sun, blue sky and land that nothing will grow from. This was my Reality Marble, The Unlimited Blade Works. I walked upon these land eyeing and scanning as much swords as I could. Though I could project the swords here, recalling them is a different matter entirely. This was my soul, not my mind. The swords here are as endless as I can understand it and so every time I close my eyes I walk here and reintroduce myself to them however no matter how far I go I always see that flaming sword atop the hill of swords. The sword I held when I swore to become a hero of justice. It's bright light shining like a beacon

"Shirou"

I opened my eyes. Sona had called out to me. Eyeing my surroundings, I found myself in the Student Council room Tomoe and the others have left, leaving only Sona, Tsubaki and me.

"Sorry, Master I must have dozed off" I said to her rubbing my eyes slightly.

"No, no it's fine. You're always helping the clubs either by fixing their equipment's or training with them, not to mention you're also training with mine and Rias's Peerage. It's a wonder you don't do it more often." there was a moment of silence and I knew a certain question was coming "So why do you do it?" for a moment I was back upon the hill of swords but I wasn't looking at the flaming sword that served as my beacon. I was looking at the sword of my partner, my friend, my Ally, My Servant, My love.

'though this would be the last time shall see each other, no because it is ... I Love you Shirou ... Goodbye'

She worded it like it was the last time we would see each other – because it was the last time we would see each other. She was a knight, a king who had reached the end of her journey while he was still starting, she was going to rest while he was going to be a hero of justice. And though there was a chance that they might meet again they would not burden the other by promising themselves on a chance instead when they meet -if they meet then their story would continue regardless of the path the other took after this. And so Shirou smiled even as she disappeared in front of him he smiled.

she disappeared and faced her death. To resume the march of time that she stopped. The Knight of Chivalry and Justice – Though Merlin once called her the Martyr king -. The King of knights, Arturia Pendragon.

"Because Master …" at this I graced her with a smile "There's nothing wrong with wanting to help others" The answer I always gave when I was still in high school. No, even before that actually. Sona's eyes widened for a moment before it relaxed once more. She eyed me and I eyed her, she was probably looking if I was lying or not. It was Tsubaki's voice that got us to end our stalemate.

"I have a feeling this isn't the first time you've said that" she intoned with a small smile. And my smile got wider. Issei and Ayako definitely got to hear it more than others did.

"No, I often said it when I was in high school, the first time." I said. I saw Tsubaki keeping the notes she was writing on. So she and Sona were done.

"Well if they've been telling you that for years and you haven't listened to them I doubt you'll listen to us" Sona said with a small sigh though a miniscule smile was visible to me. "Then shall we return to our respective homes?" she asked as both of us nodded. Within moments we were transported to our homes.

I couldn't help but smile in amusement as I entered my Apartment. The Lights were on even though I distinctly remember turning them off before going to school this morning. However, I had no fear going in since my bounded field hasn't warned me of anyone with less than pleasant intentions entering both mine and Sona's home. Though my talent in craft not related with sword is poor at best Rin –and later together with Luvia- never accepted that excuse whenever I did poorly, they would always imbue most of the spell they thing I should learn with … -well for a lack of a better word- sword qualities, so that I may learn them. The result? A bounded field almost the same one as the one on my old home only with more bite in it.

"Welcome home" a very monotone voice greeted from the chair she was seated. Her white hair swayed a bit as her eyes followed my every move.

"Koneko-chan, sorry for making you wait" I said as I entered my sanctuary that is the kitchen. Ever since I shared my lunch with her the day after the rating she's been visiting me here for food. She would have tasted my cooking sooner if only Sona had let me cook during the ten-day preparation for the fight with riser but nooooo~ she had to ban me in my own safe haven as both punishment and because I need to 'train because if I lose she would kill me for my stupidity'. Anyway morning and evenings she would visit to eat with me before going on her way, it kind of reminds me a bit of Saber and Fuji-nee in one person.

"it's fine, it's worth the wait" she told me and I could feel her eyes on my back. She was normally a very quiet and recluse person, often opting to eat alone at school despite my invitations. However, whenever we talked about food her voice would warm just a bit.

"How was the bento?" I asked remembering that small tidbit. Immediately she pulled out the container I used to put her lunch, clean and washed and set it on the table

"it was tasty" she said, I smiled a bit before resuming my cooking. Normally I cook the food at my own pace but since I knew how long Koneko must've waited for the food I decided to use reinforcement to hasten the process. Going with health and taste I went with the natural vegetable beef soup with the side dish of fish –because for some reason she likes it-.

She glances at the food intently as I set them down on the table, her hands were shaking whether from excitement or hunger I don't know however it strangely made me smile. Saying thanks the two of us ate in silence, normally I would have invited both Sona and Tsubaki however I know both of them get their food from high class restaurants whose foods probably tasted better than mine so I refrained from inviting them.

Suddenly her Phone rang, pulling it out from her pocket without missing a bite she answered and after a moment with a small 'yes' she hung up.

"Rias?" I asked and she nodded without detaching her eyes to the food still on the table. A small smile spread my lips as I wondered what she was probably thinking. Taking the Lunch box she had just given me and setting it up I spoke "How about I pack you something for the way?" the speed in which she nodded was astounding.

After the little rook left I cleaned the utensils used when I felt one of my many bounded fields activate. Because of the abundance of magical energy, creating bounded fields became a bit easier and the only limitation I found were the mental strain it had. So with that in mind I figured creating a bit more around the city wouldn't hurt anyone. Well anyone but those who entered without permission. Sensing the location of the bounded field, I grabbed my jacket and headed out. Someone with a holy object just entered and I know for a fact it's not one of those Stray's Sona and Rias always hunts.

[~]

It was raining all around me as I jumped from rooftop to rooftop, my reinforced body moving only lightly touching the roofs. The person who triggered my bounded field had already left it unknowingly, so I had to follow the scent of insanity and holy energy the intruder left. Then the scent of blood rounded on me. someone died. Accelerating I closed in only to find a site that almost made me puke.

ABOMINATION

The Swords within my world shook in Anger. Especially the knights of the round's swords, Especially [Clarent].

ABOMINATION

My mind pounded in pain as my swords were outright forcing themselves out into the real world, forcing their blades out of my body as if the swords had pierced through me. Damn it, this hasn't happened in a long time. Forcing my will over them I made the sword recede though one of them denied my offer. Sighing I lessened my hold over Clarent letting it project itself to the outside world on its own while activating [Avalon].

I jumped in Just as Kiba kneeled, his legs giving out. He had fought a good fight but the sword [Excalibur Rapidly] boosted the wielder's speed not to mention it's holy aura was sapping away Kiba's strength leaving him in a complete disadvantage. With a straight slash I went to end the battle immediately only to be met with the abomination. Clarent glowed in a bright red light as it met with rapidly's steel pushing -well more of ordering- my body to destroy the fake sword who dare be called Excalibur.

"who in the shitty hell are you? You're not a shitty devil." the man vulgarly said in confusion before he smiled in a way that even shinji dared not to "well it doesn't matter. Can I kill you too? This shitty devil is dying anyways" without even waiting for an answer the man attacked disappearing before reappearing behind me with a high pitched laugh. The sound of laughter coupled with Clarents urging and my instinct was more than enough to block the strike. His eyes widened before he disappeared once more and reappeared in my blind spots in an attempt to strike me down, not that he had any chance. I could see that he had potential and talent but his moves were too tied to his instinct he didn't use feints or any tricks akin to that instead he went for a more rugged type of longsword fighting.

"Fuck! What the hell?! You're supposed to die like shitty now!" my eyebrow twitched again in deep annoyance, I was really beginning to contemplate cutting off his tongue. As if hearing my thoughts Clarent made a diagonal swing -that I couldn't have done at that speed- that took the man off-guard though through sheer luck did he managed to dodge. Taking advantage of the situation I pushed forth with the attack Clarent brimming with power as it was agitated that the abomination had yet to be destroyed. Then I saw it, cracks numerous cracks that appeared when Clarent in all its red brightness smashed itself into Excalibur rapidly.

"Fuck! What the fucking hell!" the man shouted before in a flash he was a few feet away from me. "you bastard! This wasn't supposed to be possible, this was a holy sword! The strongest there is!" before he could continue his rant I once again went on the offensive making him jump away "wait, wait time fucking out!" he tried to say but I didn't stop -though my eyebrow raised in the incredulity of the man-. In a last ditch effort, he threw the holy sword at me with surprising accuracy. Clarent giddy at the chance to destroy it moved my body to destroy the sword which promptly did in a flash of light.

The man was gone by the time the flash receded and though I could follow him despite the rain I opted to help the knight who was currently curling on the ground from his wounds, black ooze sprouting from it as if he had acid poured into him. I traced the bag sheath that held the storm sword of Thailand -as I knew that it could hide the holy swords presence within it- to hold the remains of the broken holy sword. I opted to dispelled Clarent -who with great reluctance let itself disappear in notes of light- before going over to carry the wounded knight.

Landing with a silent 'thud' I crouched on top of a roof with a window in front of us. Inside was surprisingly three people sleeping in one bed, usually I would just heal the guy myself however most of my healing abilities come from holy weapons and the few weapons that aren't that are those that are akin to vampirism. So with no recourse I found myself here. Setting up a bounded field on the room, I wondered why the whole house had weak protection set around it before throwing a noise blast sword –courtesy of Kiba- inside. Call me evil but this is my way of making them see how easy they can be targeted and killed -courtesy of zeltrech's teachings-. As the devils inside the room shot up in panic, I saw Kiba who was who was set on my back smile just a bit in mischievous glee despite his state.

"Hey we're coming in" my voice seemed to alert them of our presence. Asia immediately covered herself in embarrassment and shyness whilst the two saw me and my package and immediately went to check on the knight.

"Asia kiba's hurt he needs help" Rias's voice hard voice seemed to have snapped the ex-nun out of her shyness and she -whilst using the bed cloth as cover- immediately went over to the knight and started healing him.

"who did this?" she asked the both of us, I just shrugged realizing I didn't know the name of my enemy so she shifted her view to the near unconscious knight who uttered Freed Sellzen. The effect was felt almost immediately as Asia whimpered, Issei scowled and Rias's eyes narrowed. Ahhh so this wasn't the first time they've met this man.

"what happened?" Rias asked her voice cold and filled with anger, Issei nodded beside her.

I shook my head "I don't know what happened at the start but when I saw the two of them they were already fighting, I jumped in just as he was wounded."

"I see, thank you for that. What of Freed? Am I correct to assume he has been disposed of?" she asked and once again I shook my head, Issei let out a disbelieving noise though we ignored it "he sacrificed his Holy sword to escape, rather than give chase I chose to help Kiba." I wiggled the bag sheath on my body to indicate the remains of the sword as Ria's nodded in understanding

"Thank you Shirou, for assisting my knight" she said as she carried Kiba to the bed, I on the other hand just nodded whilst waving my hand, dismissing her thanks

"it's fine. Now I must be off, I will debrief Master Tomorrow morning. If you wish to attend it, please visit the Student Council an hour before class" I told her and she nodded. Seeing no more need to stay I jumped off leaving behind the voice of a perverted young man, who just noticed the nudity of his friends. Probably because he saw Kiba hurt I deduced before dropping the thought, I needed to search the city to make sure at least everyone is safe tonight. But first let's hide this sword fragment. It was at that moment that I truly believe Zeltrech cursed me with his sick definition of a joke.