Fate: I Will Eventually Become the Hero of Justice

Chapter 97

As Shirou watched the two massive hands approach, he decided against fighting back and instead darted behind the Enlightened One. At the moment of impact, the latter's body emitted a faint golden glow, creating a barrier that the giant arms were unable to penetrate.

"Incredible," Shirou marveled, unsure if he was praising the Enlightened One's [Enlightenment of the Sacred Fig] or his own EX-level defensive Noble Phantasm [Enlightened One Holy Shield].

"If you are the protector of Roa, then do not expect me to show mercy," Arcueid warned, her eyes flashing with madness and her claws radiating a bloody light as she charged towards the Enlightened One like a shooting star.

Despite the ferocity of Arcueid's attack, the Enlightened One remained serene, still meditating with his eyes closed. His right hand seal changed, and with a gentle push, he sent her reeling back. Although the movement appeared to be effortless, there was no wind or force behind it, just a gentle push.

Arcueid's expression changed as the giant arms she had summoned formed a cross in front of her, creating a series of cracks as they were unable to withstand the power of the Enlightened One's push.

"Crack, crack, crack, crack, crack---"

With a single touch of his palm, the Enlightened One effortlessly shattered the giant arm into pieces. The resulting shockwave sent Arcueid flying out of Ryuudou Temple.

Stepping out from behind the Enlightened One, Shirou surveyed the aftermath of the fight and saw that Arcueid had been sent flying away. He then straightened himself up, ready to depart.

"Are you leaving?" Issei asked.

"Yeah," Shirou replied. "I need to head home for dinner."

"Too bad," Issei said with a frown. "I was hoping to play Go with you."

"We can play at school tomorrow," Shirou offered. "I only signed up for pole vault anyway."

Issei returned his attention to his difficult math homework, diligently writing out the solution.

However, moments later Shirou burst back into the temple, looking flustered.

"You're back already?" Issei asked, still focused on his homework.

"Yeah," Shirou said, rubbing his nose as he crouched behind the Enlightened One once more.

At that moment, Arcueid returned with an even stronger killing intent. Suddenly, there was a loud boom as she was sent flying out of the temple once again.

...

"Whoa whoa whoa--"

Issei couldn't help but exclaim as he watched Arcueid get sent flying once again. "What did you do to that female master? How many times is this now?"

"Seventh time," Shirou replied, spreading his hands helplessly. "She mistook me for her enemy."

Issei gave Shirou a searching look, his gaze finally settling on Shirou's eyes. "Is it because of your eyes?" he asked thoughtfully.

"Why do you think it's my eyes?" Shirou asked in surprise. "She simply mistook me for someone else. But, come to think of it, aren't you afraid?"

"Why should I be afraid?" Issei replied. "It's not the first time I've seen someone with mysterious powers. There's the master, you, and that purple-haired aunt, didn't you cause a commotion here before? Even the pavement tiles were smashed."

"Purple-haired aunt..." Shirou's forehead broke out in a cold sweat. "You better not let her hear this. She will be very angry."

"Forget about that," Issei said, dismissing the thought. "I finished my homework, want to play Go?"