AN: So, it's coming to the end of the American Branch chapters and it's heading to another facility for the Fujimarus. As such, which Servants Harry should bond with,
Ch 39 Hunting for Rabbits (Pigs)
Ritsuka sat down at his desk in his Family's Tent, around him was Koyanskaya, Holmes, Mashu, and Samuel. Before them was a holographic version of Lucius sitting at his desk. "As expected, ORT will never let someone go that easily." The Magus stated,
-ZZZ- Yes, Yaxley's Crystalized Body is still on the balcony overseeing the Ministry, unable to move from the spot he shouted that warning. -ZZZ- Lucius informed the director of Chaldea of the events that transpired in the Ministry of Magic. -ZZZ- For the time being, I don't think the Ministry nor Dumbledore will be planning to revisit South America anytime soon. -ZZZ- He reported,
"Thank you for your report, Lucius. Keep a close tab on the Minister Cornelius Fudge," Ritsuka thanked the blonde Magus for keeping tabs on the Ministry of Magic.
Lucius from the other end inclined his head to him before speaking. -ZZZ- Director, before I leave the conversation, I do believe the incident at the Crystal Valley is no mere coincidence. -ZZZ- The Head of the Animusphere shared what he had in mind on the situation.
Ritsuka interlocked his fingers as Mashu spoke up. "What do you mean, Lucius-san? Do you think there's a traitor in Chaldea's ranks?" Mashu asked the blonde Magus,
"That's preposterous, every Chaldean Staff sworn to secrecy once they've been inducted," Samuel said, unable to believe that anyone could turn their backs on Chaldea. "There must be a mistake in your theory, Lucius." The American Branch director stated,
-ZZZ- Unfortunately, director Quahog, what I said has truth within it. -ZZZ- Lucius stated, looking at his fellow Magus. -ZZZ- Right before the Crystal Valley incident, the Minister of Magic and Headmaster Dumbledore had a private meeting. From what I overheard, it seems the Headmaster knows of Harry Potter's whereabouts from their Agent. -ZZZ-
"Agent, you say? So it seems we do have a traitor among us." Holmes commented, having a few suspects on who this traitor might be.
"Perhaps, Holmes and Moriarty could snuff out who sold out the Boy's location to those Wizards," Koyanskaya commented, smirking at the thought of a hunt. "Then I'll personally interrogate the traitor. Do I have your permission, Fujimaru-Fujimaru?" She looks at her master, seeing him deep in thought.
Everyone looks at the Magus of Chaldea, seeing him close his eyes as he ponders in his mind. "Ritsuka, do you have someone in mind on who this traitor might be?" Mashu asked her Husband, knowing that the expression he was making was when he was deep in thought.
Ritsuka opened his Saphire eyes, turning to his Wife, "Mashu, what do we know about this Albus Dumbledore so far? The Church and the Association should have a profile on him." The Magus asked the violet-haired Woman.
Mashu nodded, pulling up the Profiles of the various Wizard targets the Clocktower sent over. After finding the Profile of the Headmaster of Hogwarts, the former Demi-Servant read out loud the information. "Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore, a Half-Blood Wizard of the Dumbledore Family. Has fought in the First Wizarding War against the Dark Wizard Gellert Grindelwald." She informed the People around her,
"He was an Instructor of Hogwarts in the Defense Against the Dark Arts Course, now current Headmaster of Hogwarts. He earned himself the Order of Merlin First Class after defeating Grindelwald, served as Supreme Mugwump in the ICW, and Chief Warlock of the Wizengamot…" Mashu continues to read the information,
"Overachieving much?" Koyanskaya commented, hearing the many titles the Old Wizard received,
"Talk about being famous in the Wizarding Community," Moriarty added, crossing his arms. "No wonder both the Association and-"
"Oh?" Mashu paused, reading something that had caught her eyes.
Samuel took note of the former Demi-Servant's reaction, "What is it, Lady Mashu? Did you find something of interest to Dumbledore?" The American Branch director asked, curious what she came across on the Man he'd Personally.
Mashu looks up, informing everyone what the Profile indicates. "Albus Dumbledore is suspected to possess a pair of Mystic Eyes. The Common type, Whisper." The former Demi-Servant explains,
"Mystic Eyes?" Ritsuka questions, looking at both Lucius and Samuel. "I thought Wizards aren't aware of Magecraft, let alone Mystic Eyes." The director of Chaldea asked the two.
-ZZZ- They aren't, what Dumbledore uses is a Spell known as the Legilimency Spell. A form of mind reading, similar to Mystic Eyes of Whispers -ZZZ- Lucius informed the group of what Dumbledore uses. -ZZZ- However, the twinkling eye thing is something… -ZZZ-
Samuel nodded, "Yes, I've personally met with Dumbledore many times. I can say at least his eyes were twinkling whenever someone disagreed with him during visits." The Magus added, "Not sure if it's the Legilimency Spell or Mystic Eyes, eventually said Person will agree with what he was saying. Both work the same way to some degree."
Ritsuka nodded, taking a mental note to bring a Mystic Eyes Killer when he eventually meets Dumbledore in Person. "Alright, it seems like there are no traitors in Chaldea," He said, assuming that his Father and Uncle fell victim to Dumbledore's compulsion to his Mystic Eyes or a Charm Spell.
Everyone paused, not following what Ritsuka said. Then, the Magus of Chaldea looks back at Lucius wanting him to do something. "Lucius, do me a favor and locate Sirius Black and Remus Lupin. I'd like to confirm something with them,"
Lucius nearly choked on his breath, not informed of what transpires in Russia. -ZZZ- I-I'm sorry, but why should we bring my Brother-in-law into this? He's a no good, Dumbledore follo- -ZZZ-
"Brother-in-law? Now that's something," Ritsuka smirks, seeing everyone around him freeze at what this means. "If memory serves me right, Narcissa is a part of the Black Family, right?" He asked,
-ZZZ- That's right, director what are you getting with this? -ZZZ- The Animusphere Head asked the Man he's indebted to.
Ritsuka gave a mischievous smile to Lucius, still having his fingers interlocked. "Just locate Sirius Black and Remus Lupin for me…Uncle…"
Arriving at the Amazon River once again, Harry, Zhou Yu, and Fou walk near the riverbed keeping an eye out for any Pigs. "Do you think that one of those Mages came here, Archer?" Harry asked Zhou Yu.
"Most likely, even though they're Mages, their Animal instincts will kick in." Zhou Yu explains to his master, "As such, Animals' first instinct is to search for any bodies of water. Like the Amazon River right before us." The Archer said,
"Fou," Fou nodded, agreeing with the Strategist before them.
Harry took a deep breath, preparing for Kingprotea's emergence from the water. "Okay," He said to himself, walking towards the riverbed.
Stopping at the riverbank, Harry searches around for a Pig if not then some bubbling. "Kingprotea, if you're here, can you come out, please? I need your help with something." Harry called out to the River, hoping the Alter Ego heard him.
Harry soon spots some bubbling in the middle of the Amazon River. Like the times before, a large figure emerges from the deep, "Tch…you, what do you want now?" He knew who that voice came from,
Kingprotea Alter sat before Harry and his Servant, gazing down at him. "If you think that coming back here and convincing me to help you against Tezcatlipoca, then you can turn your ass aro-"
"Kingprotea Alter, I'm not going to ask you to join me, Beni-Enma, and Zhou Yu against Tezcatlipoca. You already said that much before." Harry said, knowing she won't give him her support.
"So? What do you want, Little master if it's not joining you in the Grail Front coming soon?" Kingprotea Alter asked, raising a brow at the young master.
Harry gave a small smile, standing his ground. "You said that you won't help me in any way other than pointing which directions to go." The young Wizard said, smirking at the Altered Servant. "So, I'm asking if you know where any Pigs that might've run off to from the Camp."
'Right out of the bat, great job master.' Zhou Yu mentally said, impressed by how confident his master was.
"Fou, Fou." The Beast commented, patting Harry on the cheeks.
Kingprotea Alter remained silent for a second before giving herself a chuckle. "Heh, meeting ORT gave you the confidence to speak up…very well…" A green aura engulfs the Alter Ego, reverting Kingprotea Alter from her black leather suit to her bandages,
The Original Kingprotea lowered herself, smiling softly to Harry. "I-I can do that for you Little master." The Alter Ego of Yearning said, happy to be of assistance to Harry. She turns her head to the right, pointing her finger in the direction. "There were at least three Piggies here for a drink of Water. I-I figured those were Mages from the Clocktower Circe Cursed, so I left them alone." She explains,
"They were here just a few minutes ago before you arrived. I-If you leave now, then you can catch up with them." Kingprotea said, ushering Harry to go and find the Cursed Mages.
Harry smiles, appreciating Kingprotea's help. "Thank you, Kingprotea." He turns to the left, heading down the path.
Zhou Yu looks at the Alter Ego, giving his thanks to her. "Much appreciate it, Alter Ego." He said before following his master.
Kingprotea waves, wishing them luck. "Good luck finding them, Little master."
In the Jungle, a Pig was sniffing the ground, searching for anything to eat. Unknown to him, someone was lurking above him.
"Mmm…a little Piggie has entered my territory…nya, a perfect snack after my purtrol." Jaguarman smiles, ready to pounce on the unsuspecting Pig. "NYA! Jaguar-"
"STOP!" Harry cried out, running over to the Pig before Jaguarman ate him.
"NYA!?" The Lancer halted her attack once she heard Harry's voice. Jaguarman landed on the ground before leaping away to prevent any injury that might harm Harry, before slamming herself against a tree. "GAK!"
The Pseudo-Servant slides down, her face still plated against the tree's trunk.
"Master, are you okay?" Zhou Yu asked, coming up to the scene. He saw Jaguarman on the ground, dazed from the impact.
Harry looks at the Pig in his arms, squealing to be free. "W-Well, that was close…" He sighs, struggling to keep the Pig from escaping.
"Fou,"
Jaguarman quickly recovers, jumping back on her feet. "H-Hey meow! Just what is going on here?" The Lancer looks at Harry, "Little master, why did you interrupt my snack time?" She asked,
Harry looks over the Pseudo-Servant, still holding the Pig. "Jaguarman, you can't eat this Pig…." He proceeded to explain the situation to the Lancer, Zhou Yu gave more details to Jaguarman,
A few moments later, Jaguarman nodded with her arms crossed. "I see, I see, I purrfectly understand now." Jaguarman smiles, "Ten Little Piglets have escaped from the Kitchen Tent and are running around like little Piggies they are."
"Jaguarman, are you willing to lend us a hand with this…" Zhou Yu gave a small chuckle, "Piggy situation." The Archer asked the Divine Spirit.
"Will you, Jaguar?" Harry asked, holding the squirming Pig in his arms.
The orange-haired Servant nodded, "Hmm-hmm," She placed her thumb on her chest. "Leave this to your trusted Jaguar!" Jaguarman announced,
Harry handed over the Pig to Jaguarman who was squirming in fear. "We're trusting you, Jaguarman to Circe." He said, looking at the panicked Pig.
"Don't worry, Little master! You can leave this to me!" Jaguarman looks at the Pig in her arms. "Let's go, Piglet." The Lancer departed to the Camp, returning him to Circe.
"Fou, Fou," The Beast barks, giving a little celebration.
Zhou Yu smiles, looking at his master. "That's one Piglet down, nine more to go." The Archer stated, keeping tabs on how many Pigs they have.
Harry nodded, having a bit of fun exploring and searching for Pigs for Circe. "Let's go and find some more, Zhou Yu," He said to his Servant,
"Lead the way, master." Zhou Yu said, following the young Heir into the Forest.
Two Pigs were running around, trying to find the way back to the Chaldean Camp. They oinked, squealed, and made other Pig noises before one hit himself on a boulder.
"What the-" A young voice heard a strange sound coming beneath him. Looking down, he saw two Pigs running around in circles. "Pigs? This deep here in the Amazon?" The Servant leaps down, investigating the Swine.
The Pigs squealed, running around before hitting themselves on each other's head. Both were in a daze as the Servant picked one up. "You two don't seem to be Wild Boars…" He commented,
"W-Wait, don't do anything with them!" Harry cried out, gaining the Servant's attention,
Harry huffs, looking at the Servant right before him. He had a feminine face with red hair mixed with yellow, light skin, wearing a red outfit from India, red and yellow armor pieces on both hands, and a bright yellow cloth flowing behind him.
"T-Those Pigs, they are Mages that ate Circe's Food," Harry explains to the red-haired Servant.
"Fou, Fou," Fou quickly confirms, not having the breath to explain further.
"Cursed by Circe? No wonder they don't look like they belong here." The Servant stated, understanding the situation now. "I guess they got Caster so made that she dished out her Kykeon as punishment." The Saber stated.
"If you don't mind, can you tell me why are you chasing down these Pigs, young master?" The red-haired Servant asked, knowing who this Boy was.
Harry nodded, looking up at the Servant after catching his breath. "Y-You know who I am?" He asked, still out of breath.
The Saber chuckles, holding the Swine in his arms. "Of course, you're pretty well known by now throughout Chaldea. Most by gossip, but either way, you're the Child of master and Lady Mashu." He said, noticing that the Servant the young master Summoned joined up with him. "And how you were able to Summon your very own Servant without a Catalyst nor Saint Quartz."
Zhou Yu took a look at the Servant, clearly not native to South America. "I take it you aren't on Tezcatlipoca's side regarding my master's Succession?" He asked,
"Hmm? Oh no, I'm not." The Saber stated, showing he's not on the God's side. "Master and Lady Mashu have been talking and wishing a lot to have a Child to raise on their own. As long as those two are raising the young master here, then I got nothing to worry about." He said, having faith that this was the right path.
Harry smiles, happy to meet another Servant who doesn't share Tezcatlipoca or the Anti-Harry group's views. "I'm glad, here I was thinking that the rest of the Servants here are on Tezcatlipoca's side." He said, knowing there were other Servants here besides the ones he'd met.
The Saber smiles, "Well, at least you have another Servant on your side, young master." He said before realizing that the introduction hadn't taken place. "Please forgive my lack of manners, young master. Allow me to introduce myself," He inclined his head,
"I am the Saber Servant under your Father's command; I am Rama, King of Kosala from the Ramayana." Rama introduced himself to the young master.
Harry wasn't too familiar with Hindu Mythology yet since he didn't have time for a lecture with his Tutor. "I-I'm sorry, I didn't read the Ramayana yet. So I don't know you that well, Rama…" He apologizes to the Saber.
Rama could only chuckle, seeing this was all right with him. "It's fine, a Boy of your Age shouldn't have known about my Story just yet." He reached out his hand to Harry, petting his head. "Maybe when you're a bit older, you can have your Tutor tell you my tale," He smiles,
The young Boy nodded, accepting that promise. "Hmm!"
"Lord Rama, if it's possible can you bring back those Pigs back to Circe?" Zhou Yu asked the King of Kosala, "We still have seven more Pigs to locate and bring back."
The red-haired Saber nodded, understanding the situation a bit more. "Of course, I'll handle bringing back these two lost Pigs back to Circe," Rama said, turning around and picking up the second Pig. "Just focus on finding the other Pigs."
"Thank you, Rama, for helping," Harry said, seeing the Saber turn around and smile, before leaping back to the Camp.
Harry looks at Zhou Yu, seeing that this quest that Circe has given them. "That's three Pigs down, seven more to go, Archer." The young Boy said with a smile. "We're on a roll here!"
Fou nodded in agreement, seeing things were going smoothly. "Fou, Fou."
"Yes, it seems we are, master. Let's continue to find the other remaining Pigs." Zhou Yu stated, following his master deeper within the Amazon.
Unbeknownst to them, Kingu was sitting on a tree branch, still keeping a close eye on his Nephew. "He seems to be more confident, he's not even batting an eye when he was talking to Kingprotea Alter or Rama…" The Lancer said to himself, "The incident with ORT must've really changed him for the better…hmm…"
Kingu stood up on the branch before flying off and following his Nephew and his Servant.
Back in Camp, Ritsuka walks around the Camp after concluding things with Lucius and the others. Looking around, he snuck into a vacant tent and proceeded to contact someone.
"Pepe, are you there?" Ritsuka called for one of his closest Friends on a secret line.
-ZZZ- Loud and clear, Hon. -ZZZ- Peperoncino Scandinavia or Arou Myourenji answered Ritsuka's call. -ZZZ- I'm a bit surprised to hear from you, Ritsuka. Here I thought you were going to enjoy a nice quality Family time with your Son and Mashie during your around-the-world inspection. -ZZZ- The Temporary director of Chaldea's Base said,
Ritsuka smiles, chuckling at what his Senpai said. After the Battle of Camelot in the British Lostbelt, Ritsuka decided to go back to New Darlington to at least give Peperoncino a proper burial after what happened there.
However, when he and the others got there, Peperoncino was still alive and in critical need of Medical care. Thanks to Lostbelt Percival he had some Doctors and Healers take care of him, right before he, Da Vinci, and Mashu transferred him to the Storm Border where Nemo Nurse took over his Medical care.
Ritsuka smiles, chuckling at Peperoncino's comment. "I'm still doing that, Pepe. But as you can see…"
Peperoncino knew what him calling him meant, -ZZZ- I see, how's the investigation at the Valley, Fujimaru? -ZZZ- He asked, biting his thumb on the other end.
"Kiritsugu has gone over the area and the surroundings with a fine-tooth comb," Ritsuka informed his fellow Chaldean of what he found. "There's evidence that he was here, but was long gone before Samuel got here."
-ZZZ- Slippery as ever that Man. Well, I guess I've got to tell you what I found as well in Marisbury's secret record stash here. Nothing saying about how he was able to come back, but important regardless. -ZZZ- Peperoncino said, reading what he found in the hidden records of Chaldea. -ZZZ- You might not like it, Fujimaru since it involves Little Harry and you. -ZZZ-
"What is it, Peperoncino?" Ritsuka asked, prepared to hear whatever he needed to track down the wanted Criminal.
Peperoncino nodded, informing Ritsuka what he found. -ZZZ- It seems that you two are not the only ones with a Wizarding background, Fujimaru. -ZZZ- The Magus informed him. -ZZZ- Marisbury hid this deep within Chaldea's records, not surprising from the Department he'd studied at. -ZZZ-
-ZZZ- Beryl Gut, the former Crypter of the British Lostbelt is Half Wizard. His Mother is a Magus from Botany but his Father belongs to a Wizarding Family, the House of Gaunt. -ZZZ- The violet-haired Magus informed Ritsuka of Beryl's background.
"What's Beryl's Father's Name then, Pepe?" Ritsuka asked the Magus on the call.
"A Wizard Man named…Tom Marvolo Riddle…"
AN: How do you like it? Please leave a comment or review. The list of Servants is down below.
Sessyoin Kiara (As if, Lol)
BB
Meltryllis
Passionlip
Kama
Nero Claudius
Elizabeth Bathory
Jinako Carigiri
Medusa (Saber)
Ibuki-Douji
Bhima
Duryodhana