Shirou, Illya…Hi, I hope you can hear my thoughts from the other side. And even if not, you moved on to a better place where you can get the rest you deserve.

I've come to visit your graves again, and everyone else is here, too. Rin, Hector, Waver, and everyone who fought to see your cause to its triumphant conclusion. You both deserved to be with us, as well. I still think of you from time to time, and I know Rin does, too. We will never forget you, not after everything we've been through together…But I'm sure you'd rather know more about how we are getting on.

It hasn't been easy. And not just for us or even Fuyuki; the whole world was shaken. Hundreds of people were killed by Angra Mainyu's spawns, and neither the world leaders nor the Mage Association were able to completely cover it up. For most people around the world, the day we destroyed the Grail remains an unexplained anomaly that they want to forget and therefore don't think about it much. Fuyuki City has changed a lot. However, many people left, whether because they were terrified that something like this would happen again or some just couldn't live in a place where they lost family members. It's a much quieter place now…Some would call it a ghost town. Only a select few know the truth.

For a lot of people, that's the end of it now that they can enjoy peace, but we didn't stop there. Or rather, Waver didn't. He accomplished his main goal, but he decided that he needed to continue to campaign for change in the Mage society. Too many mages act in ways that disrupt public safety, not caring for anything other than their own research or political goals. Angela was a perfect example…And if the Mages' Association wishes to co-exist with regular humans, they will have to enforce stricter rules. This is what Waver wanted to achieve, and the three of us decided to help him. He calls us over from time to time. Rin and I use our voices as Tohsaka heirs to steer the course. Rin made quite a name for herself among the Association, not to speak of the respect some of them still hold for our father.

So yes, in a way, the Coalition still exists, though we are just friends more than anything else…Some are closer than others.

Hector and I spend a lot of time together. After Grail's destruction, he decided to stay in Fuyuki for a while to help rebuild and aid the people, and I gladly offered him a place. He was very, and I mean, very resilient at first. He said that I was being too kind and that he needed to repent for his crimes, but I was just as persistent. It's funny having an argument that would end the moment one accepts a nicety the other is offering them. Reminded me of arguing with you, Shirou…

I understand Hector, like few others can, but now we're both free…I was just like you, Illya, I helped him avoid a horrible fate, and it still feels wonderful. I don't like that he feels like he owes me, but I wasn't any different, was I? He just needs time, and he's already coming out of his shell. He is growing more confident and daring, realizing his potential as a mage and a person, and I'm happy to see it. He organized a tour around Europe for me, and it was so lovely! I've never been anywhere apart from Japan and Britain until now; it was like seeing a whole other world! But I'm sure you've seen that and more in your travels… I'll tell you more some other day; I promise I will return soon.

And for you, Illya… I'm sorry that it took ten years; I truly am. I don't think I deserve your forgiveness after this, but you would forgive me anyway. I know it…So here I am after I finally fulfilled my promise. You deserve to know each other better and spend more time together, and I hope that wherever you are, you have that chance. We buried Shirou near you, and I can only hope that it helps you find each other. Thank you for everything you've done for us…For me. No matter what the world will think of you, whether they forget you or not, we will always remember every moment spent with you. I promise I will cherish those memories for as long as I live.

I will never forget you.

…

Now, after seeing it all, I understand how Gilgamesh felt.

The river of time, countless eras, a vision too grandiose for my eyes to grasp. A sight of the past, watching marching soldiers and knights fight with undisputed valiance, the land of Britain during her time. A lone wizard staring into the depths of my soul, chuckling with amusement. He was unable to deny the last will of the Grail, but he did not want to. He spoke of determination, of pure heart, of a wish that deserves to be granted.

And here I am, opening my eyes.

A realm of heroes and an endless dream…In the end, I finally walk upon its fertile soil, looking over the lush grasslands before me. It is a beautiful sight, one that makes you wish you could spend the rest of eternity watching it. A land of tranquility and peace, the manifestation of a miraculous wish granted. I don't deserve to be here, not after what I've done, but I still breathe in the sweet air, indulging in this realm's purity.

I never managed to become a perfect hero, never managed ti save everyone, and yet now I feel that I am able to let go. To leave it all behind and accept my new reality, to wake up from a dream.

And on the other side of the emerald field, I see a young woman with bright skin and golden hair bathing in the blissful sunlight. In her long lost hometown, she could finally pursue her heart. The feelings gushing forth are like thousands of words, but only one line choked out of my throat.

"I'm back, Saber."

It is as if what's beginning here is only the continuation of that day. Her footsteps on the ground are light. The girl with a slightly quivering body smiled.

"Yes-welcome back, Shirou."

The dream has finally announced its end here.