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Ch 11 The Fight for Ritsuka

A few hours later, the Chaldeans and Shield Hero Party got settled in the Carriage provided by the Rebellion,

Castoria and Da Vinci did a final check on their supplies before leaving. "Okay, we got everything, food, water, and Medical supplies that would last for a week's end," Castoria reported, finishing checking the supplies the Underground Rebellion gave.

"You know I heard that Heroic Knight Gawain brought down a Stronghold up North in Melromarc." Da Vinci commented, talking to the Child of Prophecy.

"That's right, I can tell you that Heroic Knight Gawain-er, Ren wasn't in control when he starts destroying the Stronghold," Castoria informed the Technical Advisor of Chaldea what transpired up in the North. "I also heard that the Tristans faced something similar with Heroic Knight Tristan-er Itsuki."

Da Vinci ponders, taking note of the similarities in the Battle between the Knights of the Roundtable and the Three Heroes Roundtable. "How interesting, so whenever a Heroic Knight faces the Knight they were named after; they'll lose control…is it Madness Enhancement?" The Caster commented,

The Child of Prophecy shook her head, "I've seen Ren's true 'Heroic Knight' form; I assumed it was Madness Enhancement, but it wasn't." Castoria explains, getting a chance to analyze Ren when he was unconscious. "It's more of a Curse, triggered when they were near or defeated."

"So like a second wind, when these Heroic Knights inherit when they were gifted those names." Da Vinci ponders out loud, curious what's the purpose of these Heroic Knights. "Now that's an interesting prospect."

"Ah, Da Vinci-san, Arturia-san, is everything ready to go?" Raphtalia asked the two Casters before her.

Castoria nodded, smiling at the auburn Demi-Human. "Yes, the supplies are all set and ready to go!" The Child of Prophecy informed Naofumi's Sword.

"Speaking of our masters, where are they?" Da Vinci asked, looking around the area they were in. "We're all set and ready to go and those two aren't around."

Raphtalia looks at the Renaissance Woman, answering her question. "Ah, if you're wondering where Ritsuka-dono and Fujimaru-dono are; they're talking to Ruler." The Demi-Human informed the two. She looks up, "I wonder what they are talking about."

Castoria smiles, assuming it's something regarding the forming Alliance. "Most likely it's about the taking on the Three Heroes Roundtable." The Lostbelt Servant commented.

The brunette Caster nodded, agreeing with Castoria. "Seems reasonable enough." Da Vinci claps her hands, "Alight, the only thing to do is to wait, I got some ideas to draft out Weapons for the Underground Rebellion." Da Vinci walks to the Carriage, takes out a piece of paper, and starts sketching and taking notes.

Harriet stood in her tent before Naofumi and Ritsuka in another part of the Staging Grounds. "So, why did you ask to meet with us in private?" Naofumi asked the Ruler Servant.

"First, I want to congratulate you on befriending the Heroes Partisans. With their help, it'll be easier to attack the Capital." Harriet smiles, happy to see they have more allies to count on. However, her smile was short-lived, having something important to share with the two black-haired Men.

"Sir Naofumi, Ritsuka, I'm afraid I cannot accompany you to your mission," Harriet informed the two Men, apologizing to them.

Ritsuka blinks, looking at the Ruler Servants. "Do you have something to do in Melromarc, Ruler?" The Magus asked his Contracted Servant.

Harriet nodded, confirming what her master assumed. "Yes, a Spy of mine within the Nobles informed me that another Demi-Human Slave Trade was happening near the coast." The Ruler explains.

"Makes sense, considering who you really are," Ritsuka commented before noticing Naofumi raising his eyebrow at him. "Hmm? What's wrong Iwatani?" He asked his Ally.

Naofumi looks at Harriet and Ritsuka, "You two seem really close. Did something happen between you two?" The Shielder asked.

Harriet looks at the black-haired Hero, answering his question. "It's a master and Servant thing, Shield Hero. Once I shared my True Name with Ritsuka, the trust he has in me developed." The Ruler explains to the Hero,

"It's like how you first meet a Person and develop a Bond over time," Ritsuka continued after the Servant. "It's like you, Raphtalia, Filo, Melty, and Arturia. All four of you have a strong Bond,"

Naofumi blinks at Ritsuka, pondering what the Chaldean master said. "Huh, good point."

Harriet then cleared her throat, getting back to the meeting. "In any case, you can use this Staging Ground and the path we have taken to return to your Base." The Ruler offered.

"Thank you, Ruler." Ritsuka looks at Naofumi, ready to depart to the Mountains. " Ready to go, Iwatani?" He asked his Ally.

"Yeah, ready. Let's get that Piece before those Idiots get to it." Naofumi smirks, ready to go.

After leaving the Staging Grounds, the group heads towards the Mountains.

The trip took the entire afternoon, once they arrived at the base of the Mountains. They got out of the Carriage, unable to bring it up the steep Mountain path.

Ritsuka steps out before turning to Bedivere and Pavel. "Saber, Pavel, can you two please stay with the Carriage? We need someone to get the Carriage going in case we need a quick getaway." He asked the two.

"You can count on us, Ritsuka!" Pavel cheerful smiles, wanting to be useful to the Foreign Magus.

Bedivere placed his hand on the young Demi-Human Child, "Yes, we'll be waiting for your return, master." The Knight of Loyalty said, ensuring his master that Pavel is safe with him.

"Fou, Fou!" Fou patted Ritsuka's cheeks, motioning his other paw to the others already at the foot of the Mountain.

"Rits-chan! Fou-chan! Come on, we're heading to the Mountain already!" Filo waves her hand at the Magus from the Stars.

Mordred clicked her tongue, glaring at her master at the Carriage. "Get your ass up here, master." The Knight of Rebellion called the master of Chaldea to hurry and join them.

"I'm coming," Ritsuka turns back to both Bedivere and Pavel, about to leave. "We'll be back once we're finished with what we need to do."

"Hmph!" The grey-haired Child nodded, keeping Ritsuka's promise to his heart.

On the other side of the Mountain, Heroic Knight Lancelot's Party was making their way up the steep Mountain.

Motoyasu led the way, determined to get there first before Ritsuka and Chaldea. "M-Motoyasu-sama, slow down!" The red-haired Bitch called out to the Lancer.

Heroic Knight Lancelot turns around, seeing that his Party has fallen a bit behind. "Sorry, Myne. The possibility of Ritsuka being there being used by Chaldea for their goals." Motoyasu said to his Aid.

Myne just gave a fake solemn expression toward the blonde Hero. "Don't worry, Motoyasu-sama. Once we arrive where the Piece is being stored, we'll set a trap for Chaldea to bring your Brother back." The First Princess stated,

"Right…right…." Motoyasu didn't like that they were luring Ritsuka into a trap. However, after hearing what Chaldea is capable of, it doesn't matter in the end. As long as he can get Ritsuka away from them, then it'll be fine.

Heroic Knight Lancelot's Party traveled up the Mountain steep, heading to the Ruins that the King and Saber told them about.

Motoyasu looked straight, determined to get to the Piece before Chaldea could get to it. The Hero and his Party traveled for an hour or so. They entered a forested area; however, the path was even steeper than the foot of the Mountain.

The Party walks through the Forest, being on guard against any Bandits, Demonic Beasts, or anything of the sort while searching for Chaldea and the Ruins. Soon enough, one of Motoyasu's Party members noticed some movements on the other side of the Forest.

"Heroic Knight Lancelot, there's movement in those trees over there," One of Motoyasu's Party members pointed to the moving figures far off in the distance.

Myne turns to the Woman who spoke, "How do you know that Lesty?" She asked the Mage of the Party. Everyone now looks at the Mage, their eyes drawn at her waiting for her to mess up.

The Mage looks at the First Princess, a bit nervous from their stares. "I-I have cast a detection Spell for anyone other than us nearby," Lesty explains to the Party.

"Ha, as if we listen to you-"

"Where Lesty?" Motoyasu spoke up, interrupting Heroic Knight Aid Guinevere's statement. The Lancer steps forward, standing before the Party Mage.

Lesty smiles, appreciating the time the Heroic Knight gave her. She then points in the direction where she senses another group of Adventurers. "They're just a few clicks away in that direction, Sir Heroic Knight." She informed him.

The blonde Hero looks where his Party member was pointing, already deciding to take this as a possible lead. Motoyasu turns to the rest of the Party, "All right, we're going to where Lesty detected those People."

"Hai!"

On the other side of the Mountain, the Chaldeans and Shield Party made their way up the steep Forest path. Ritsuka huffs, feeling like they were walking for hours,

"Tch, this is one long Mountain. How long is it until we reach the top?" Ritsuka turns to Mordred, complaining about how long it took for them to reach the top.

"It's a Mountain steep, the path isn't easy to climb," Naofumi responded to Mordred's complaint. "If you continue to whine about it, it'll give me another headache."

Raphtalia turns to her master, scolding him for insulting the Knight of Rebellion. "Naofumi-sama, don't patronize Sir Saber." The auburn Demi-Human scolded him, "You always have it out on her, and you don't know why."

"Raphtalia's right, Onii-san," Castoria stated, looking at the black-haired Hero. She knew that it must be the Heroic Spirit influencing him, or that both he and his Heroic Spirit share the same views on the Saber of Red. "Do you really not like Saber? She's really been quite helpful."

Naofumi scoffs, hearing what the Caster says about Mordred. "Helpful? Try annoying with her whining till now." He commented, shrugging his shoulders. "But I do admit, she does have her moments."

Mordred glares at Naofumi, not liking him one bit. "Tch, this is why you're goddamn irritating. Nobody will like you if you're always this gloomy and serious, no wonder the Three Heroes hate your guts." The Saber commented, smirking at Naofumi.

"I don't really care either way, if I know your type of personality, you probably did some shit too." The Shielder responded to Mordred's comment, causing her to click her tongue, restraining herself from beating the shit out of him.

"It's really hard not to beat the shit out of you," Mordred commented, glaring at Naofumi.

Raphtalia sighs, seeing no matter what she said, Naofumi's relationship with Mordred was still the same since they first met. "Naofumi-sama…" She sighs, shaking her head.

Arthur chuckles, patting her on the shoulders. "I wouldn't worry about them, Lady." The King of Knights turns to the two, still bickering. "I've seen Saber interacting with someone similar to Sir Naofumi. Personality and all," The King of Knights ensures their Companion there's nothing to worry about.

"If you say so, Saber-san." Raphtalia turns to the two, seeing they're still bickering.

They continue their path until Saber of the Heroes Partisan sensed something was off.

Melty took note of the green-haired Saber's sudden halt, "What is it, Saber?" She then turns to Filo, staring off to the right side of the Forest. "Filo?" The Second Princess asked her Friend.

The Filolial and Saber's faces went serious, sensing a few more People coming in the direction they were looking at. "Filo sense Enemies, not only just Enemies…it's that Spear Guy!"

Everyone stopped, hearing what the Filoial was saying. "Are you sure?" Melty asked, getting a bit worried.

"Yes, I have a technique to check my surrounding and I can confirm what Filo-chan sense is true." Saber of the Heroes Partisan stated, supporting the Filoial's claims.

Da Vinci frowns, "We accounted that we might encounter a Heroic Knight Party at some point. Now that it's Heroic Knight Lancelot, I'm afraid that he can be unpredictable based on the rumors I heard." She looks over to Ritsuka, understanding their situation.

Ritsuka nodded, "Even so, we have to keep moving forward." He stated his resolve, "We can't let Aniki get his hands on Rhyongomyniad."

"That we can agree, master." Arthur nodded,

"So, what's the plan here? Should some of us stay while the others go to retrieve the Piece?" Galahad spoke, seeing that's one path they should take.

Castoria disagrees with the other Shielder, "I wouldn't advise that there's a lot of high-level Demonic Beasts at the top of the Mountain." The Lostbelt Servant stated, "From here on, we'll be encountering hordes."

Raphtalia nodded, agreeing with the Caster. "We've encountered Monsters before, this part of the Mountain, we'll be meeting a lot of strong Beasts." The Demi-Servant supported her Party member.

Naofumi sighs, turning to Ritsuka for his insight, seeing him hard thinking in his mind. "Any thoughts, Fujimaru?" The Shielder asked.

"We do need a big group if we're to encounter the Demonic Beasts at the Mountain top. But we need to slow down Aniki's Party-" Ritsuka stops, hearing laughing from Mordred, "Saber?" He looks at the armored Knight.

"What got you in a laughing mood?" Naofumi asked, raising his eyebrow at Mordred.

Mordred grins under her helmet, punching her fists together. "If you need someone to keep that Bastard busy, then I'll do it." The Saber offered her assistance.

Ritsuka looks at his Servant, knowing full well she could take Aniki's Party with ease. However, there's the issue with the Berserk form of Heroic Knight Lancelot she might encounter. "Are you sure you can handle it, Saber? The Berserk Heroic Knight Form might be a bit too much for you-"

"What the hell are you talking about master?" The Knight of Rebellion asked, her Helmet faced the Chaldean master. "You know me long enough to know I can handle any shitty situation I come across. Plus I've been itching to go one on one with your hardass Brother of yours," Mordred stated.

The Knight growls at the thought of another Family member of her master going against him again. It made her blood boil, "Besides, a little scolding from good old me wouldn't hurt." Mordred stated.

"A little?" Galahad asked, raising his brow at his fellow Knight.

Ritsuka sighs, accepting Mordred's offer to stay behind. "Alright, go all out Saber."

Naofumi scoffs, turning around to continue their way. "Be sure to get one in for me, Brat."

Mordred clicked her tongue, going downhill from the group. "You know it, Bastard." She continues her path, ready to meet with Motoyasu.

Ritsuka frowns, not wanting things to be like this. However, his personal feelings don't matter at a time like this. "Master, are you all right?" Castoria asked, looking down at Ritsuka.

"Yeah, I'm fine. Let's get going, Arturia."

After traversing through the thick brush, Motoyasu and his Party made it to a path. "We made it through the trees," Motoyasu said, looking around for any signs of Ritsuka or Naofumi.

Myne scoffs, scrapping off any leaves or spurs that she caught while walking through the brush. "Let's never do that again, Heroic Knight Lancelot. That Forest was too thick to even get a decent clean path." The red-haired Bitch stated,

Her green eyes look around at their new surroundings, seeing no signs of anyone being here. "Seems like Lesty's Spell didn't work." Myne looks at the Mage, panicking at the sight of no one.

"B-But they were here, I can sense it. My detection Spell should be able to detect anyone!" Lesty defended herself, looking at the Heroic Knight before her. "Heroic Knight Lancelot, please. I'm sure that probably went ahead while we were walking through the brush."

"Another thing that had hinder us," Myne sighs, turning to the blonde idiot. "Lord Heroic Knight Lancelot, as Heroic Knight Aid Guinevere I suggest we should leave Lesty here after her failure to detect your Brother or the Devil of the Shield." The Second Princess grins wickedly at the Mage, trying to manipulate him.

Motoyasu sighs, seeing that Myne was right. Then his amber eyes spot footprints in the dirt, indicating they were just here. "There's footsteps here, a group of them. That means Ritsuka and Naofumi were just here." He turns to Lesty, smiling at her. "Great work, Lesty."

Lesty smiles at the compliment she received from the Heroic Knight. "Thank you, Lord Heroic Knight Lancelot!" She said gratefully.

Myne clicked her teeth before hearing Motoyasu speak. "Since we know Ritsuka and Naofumi were once here, then we should follow their tracks." The Lancer stated, determined to bring Ritsuka back to the Capital.

"Of course, let's head out everyone!" Myne said with a fake smile,

Motoyasu nodded, leading his Party in the direction of the Mountain top. "Follow me, I'll take the lead!" He stated, turning to the path.

The group walked only a few feet when something caught their attention. "Where the hell ya think you're going?" A voice spoke out. (Insert Crimson Lightning (Fate/Grand Order: Camelot - Wandering; Agateram OST)

Motoyasu's eyes widened, and everyone turned around to see where the voice was coming from. There stood a Knight clad in Silver armor and a Helmet with horns standing on a tree branch. Over his shoulders was a large Sword that the Knight was tapping on his shoulder plating.

"Who are you?" Motoyasu asked, readying his Spear in case he was hostile.

Mordred scoffs, raising her head and answering his question. "I'm Saber, a Knight of Ritsuka Fujimaru." The Saber introduced herself to her master's Brother Figure. "So, you're the idiot of a Brother that master spoke highly of….Heh, I don't see it."

Everyone was taken aback; this Knight is one of Ritsuka's Servants. "You're one of Ritsuka's Servants!?" Motoyasu exclaims, never once thinking his Brother would leave his Servant to face him. "So that's it. You stayed behind and let the Chaldeans lead Ritsuka away from me, his Older Brother!"

"It's clear that Lord Fujimaru is still under the Chaldeans' control and the-"

"No one asks you, tomato-head Bitch." Mordred growls at Myne, causing her to flush red with anger. "So can it!"

"T-Tomato-head Bitch!? Who the hell do you think you are calling me a tomato!?" Myne growls, placing her hand on her chest. "I'll have you know, I'm the Heroic Knight Aid Guinevere and First Princess of Melromarc! You'll pay for insulting me, the heir of this Country!"

Mordred could only laugh at the name she proclaims to be. "Heroic Knight Aid Guinevere!? HA, a name fitting for a Bitch named after a Bitch!" The Knight of Rebellion laughs at the red-haired Bitch's face.

Myne growls, really angered by the insults and disrespect she received from this Knight. "W-Why you-"'

Heroic Knight Lancelot steps in, holding his Spear at Mordred. "Don't insult Myne like that, if you're a Knight then where's your Chivalry!?" Motoyasu stated, demanding a duel from the Saber of Red. "I hold the Spear, Arondight, and by the name of Lancelot, I demand a due-"

"Shut your mouth!" In a flash, Mordred slams her Clarent on Motoyasu's Spear, barely having any time to react to defend.

The force from Mordred's attack was enough to blow the rest away from them. "H-Heroic Knight Lancelot!" Myne was blown away, separating them and Motoyasu by a few feet.

The Heroic Knight's eyes widen, still blocking the strike. "Ngh…" Mordred pushed forward, causing Motoyasu's feet to dig back.

"Calling yourself that name, the hell ya think you are!?" Mordred demanded, still pushing down at Motoyasu. "I usually don't get myself work up over a name, even to the ones I don't care. But considering that my master has a History with Lancelot and you using it too like a big dumbass...it pisses me off." She growls.

Motoyasu gritted his teeth, his eyes shifted to Myne and the others, already unconscious by Mordred's attack. "AGH!" He pushed back the Knight of Treachery, freeing him from the position she placed him in.

Mordred leaps back, glaring at him. "Impressive, but not enough to give any worth praising about." She stated, still angry at the sight of him.

"Y-You deranged man…" Motoyasu huffs, gripping his Arondight at his opponent before him.

"Tch." Mordred dashed forward with lightning speed, slashing upwards at the Lancer.

Motoyasu quickly reacted by leaping back before the attack landed. 'Shit, he's like lightning. Especially when there's electricity all around him.' He mentally thought before seeing the Knight standing before him.

Mordred held her Sword at the Heroic Knight, "What's the matter? I thought you were this big shot at the Three Heroes Roundtable? Naming yourself Lancelot, what a sick joke." She stated.

Motoyasu huffs, hearing the Saber insult him. "D-Don't underestimate me." He huffed, "I'm Heroic Knight Lancelot, I will defeat you…"

"You don't deserve to be called a Heroic Knight or have the Weapon you hold!" Mordred growls under her Helmet pissed that this Man is her master's Brother. "Or deserve to be called Ritsuka Fujimaru's Brother."

That caused Motoyasu to lunge forward, thrusting Arondight at Mordred. "SHUT IT!" Motoyasu yelled, his Spear grazes Mordred's Helmet. "YOU, YOU CHALDEANS RUINED RITSUKA'S LIFE! YOU ONLY CARE FOR YOURSELVES AND USE HIM!"

Motoyasu slashed down at Mordred, only for her to block it with her arm and allow her to thrust Clarent at him. He dodged his attack and continuously jabbed at the Knight of Rebellion. "You don't know what kind of life he had once he left his Family! His Parents abandoned him!"

The Lancer slashed upwards, "They favor his Brother more than him!"

Motoyasu slashed toward Mordred's neck, "He was abandoned at his abusive Relative's home,"

He moves to the side, thrusting his Spear once more. "Never once had anyone care about him or anyone to lean on!"

"I know what it's like, I know what he's going through!" Motoyasu stated, getting angry by the things his Brother has endured while attacking the Servant. "Since he came to Fuyuki, I've been taking care of him! Offered my home to him and taught him things he would need in the Future! And he in return sees me as his Brother!"

The Heroic Knight thrust his Spear at Mordred, only for her to block it. "So don't you dare tell me that I'm not his Brother! Because I am!" Motoyasu shouted.

"Is that all?" Mordred asked,

"H-Huh?" Motoyasu looks up, confused by what Mordred was saying. "What does that supposed to mean?" He asked,

"I heard your case about master…" Mordred glares at him through her Helmet, "Cause…you know jack shit!" The Saber kicks him in the abdomen, causing him to stumble back.

"GAK!" Heroic Knight Lancelot coughs blood, feeling the strength from that kick. He quickly positions his Arondight, blocking a surprise attack from Mordred.

Mordred slams her Sword down at the one who took Lancelot's name. "You don't know what he sacrificed for our World!" She pushed him to the side, striking again.

"He doesn't think for himself, only for others!" Mordred exclaims, pouring her feelings out while fighting.

"He fought to protect what's important to him!" The Saber pushed her master's Brother to the side once more, "He has seen many things, things you don't have the right to understand!"

"He spent his Teenage years as an Adult and lead Armies against threats bigger than him!" Mordred exclaims, pissed for her master.

Motoyasu gasps, glaring at Mordred as she spoke what she knows about Ritsuka. "Since that shitty Family of his disowned him, we, his Servants acted as one for him! We are his support, his Friends, his crutch, and when we finally met his Family, they are crap!" She exclaims,

Mordred huffs, holding Clarent in her hands while glaring at Heroic Knight Lancelot. "All we wish, all we want for him, is to have the Family he deserves!"

"And…" Motoyasu huffs, standing up while still holding Arondight. "I'm that Family, no matter what. So cut that crap and let me through."

"You…you…" Mordred's grip on her Sword tightens, and her Helmet disassembles, revealing her feminine face. "YOU FUCKING BASTARD!"

Mordred howls, raising her Clarent in the air. " You clearly don't understand what master is going through! After all I said!" She gave a low growl, really at her limits with him. "Fine…say what you want, I'm done talking…"

Motoyasu saw her raise her Sword, and sparks flowed through the Sword, "This Spear shall punish all that is corrupt…" The golden tip began to glow a light hue,

"This is the cursed Sword that destroyed my Father." Clarent's sides opened, and a pillar of red Magical Energy broke through the Forest's treetops.

"The Lake shall be drenched in my Enemy's blood." Heroic Knight Lancelot steps forward, holding his Spear while slowly picking up speed.

Mordred saw that her master's Brother was making his way to her. "Feel the Rage of this Planet!" She raised her Sword high, ready to bring it down on Motoyasu.

Motoyasu clenched his jaw, still making his way at the Knight. "Behold…the Brilliant Fading Light!" His Spear glowed a fading light, now on top of Mordred,

"Clarent…Blood Arthur!" Mordred brought down her Noble Phantasm onto Heroic Knight Lancelot, contacting his own Noble Phantasm.

"Vulgate Arondight!" The Lancer twirls his Arondight and thrust it into Clarent's beam.

The explosion was big, that even the far reaches of the Mountain could see it. "Oh my, seems like the Chaldeans are in a pinch…" A small white-haired Girl spoke. "I guess I should make my way there…but they only found two Pieces so far, and it's much too early to even let them see the fallen Paradise."

"Oh, how Fate is cruel."

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