LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 45: The Holy Grail Seizure, Answering Sakura's Call
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[Ding!]
[Host's main companion, "Agumon," has successfully evolved!]
[Agumon's foundation recovery rate has increased to 90%. Conventional methods cannot fully restore it.]
[To assist the host in fully restoring Agumon's foundation, a special mission has been issued:]
[Ding!]
[Congratulations, host, for triggering a special mission!]
[Mission Level: Gold.]
[Mission Objective: Seize the Holy Grail.]
[Requirements: Obtain both the Greater Holy Grail and the Lesser Holy Grail, gaining access to the power of the Root.]
[Fixed Mission Reward: A tool to fully restore Agumon's foundation. Agumon will also evolve into a higher form.]
"The Holy Grail? Both the Greater and Lesser Holy Grails? This doesn't seem like something from my current world," Akira muttered to himself.
In the High School DxD universe, there were several Holy Grails, but none were divided into "Greater" and "Lesser." This could only mean one thing—he would have to travel to another world to complete this mission.
However, traveling between worlds required immense power, at least on the level of a Super Devil or a God. And it couldn't be a temporary boost from his Balance Breaker, as the constant energy drain during interdimensional travel would be too much to sustain.
Just as Akira finished his thoughts, another notification popped up.
[Ding!]
[Congratulations, host, for triggering a special mission!]
[Mission Level: Gold.]
[Mission Objective: Answer Sakura's Call.]
[Requirements: Physically respond to the summoning and form a contract with the summoner, Sakura Matou.]
[Additional Reward: The summoner's body and soul.]
[Mission Time Limit: 72 hours.]
[Ding!]
[The host has received a summoning from another world. The system has officially upgraded to support cross-dimensional missions.]
[Using the High-Dimensional Demon Contract, the host can now form contracts with individuals across multiple worlds, allowing the host to be summoned to those worlds. The relationship is similar to that of a Master and Servant in the Holy Grail War.]
[However, unlike traditional Masters, the summoner sacrifices their body and soul upon forming the contract and fulfilling their wish.]
Akira's lips curled into a satisfied smile. The system was indeed thoughtful, providing him with a way to traverse worlds without losing his connection to his original reality.
"So, Sakura is offering herself as a sacrifice to summon me?" Akira mused. "But there's a time limit. This is the first time I've encountered such a mission."
"System, if I answer the summoning, will it be difficult to return?"
[Ding!]
[The Evil Piece function is versatile. In addition to enhancing the abilities of your servants, it allows you to use their powers, communicate with them telepathically, and even return to your original world at will. The maximum delay is one minute.]
"If I can return anytime, then there's no need to worry too much."
The time limit on Sakura's summoning made Akira uneasy. To avoid any complications, he decided to answer the summoning immediately.
With the ability to travel back and forth, Akira felt no anxiety about crossing worlds. It was like taking a high-speed train to a neighboring city to participate in a Holy Grail War.
Three minutes later.
"Akira, I've taken care of everything you asked. You can focus on your mission. I'll handle things here," Sigurd said, bowing respectfully as she bid him farewell.
If it weren't for her feelings for Akira, Sigurd would have remained the cold, reliable, and capable demon princess she had always been—except when it came to her love for robots. Love truly made even the strongest women blind.
[System, answer the summoning.]
Fate/Stay Night World.
The disaster-ridden city of Fuyuki.
Matou Residence.
Sakura Matou was dragged into the underground warehouse by her grandfather, Zouken Matou. The young girl trembled as she stared at the sea of insects before her, her purple eyes filled with terror.
No… No! Please, no!
Sakura's desperate cry echoed across the multiverse, reaching Akira's ears.
[Ding!]
[World traversal successful.]
[The summoner is the anchor connecting the host to this world. Protect the summoner at all costs. If the summoner dies, the host will be forcibly returned to their original world.]
"Protect the summoner? That goes without saying!"
[Small Flame!]
Akira's body erupted with multiple small flames, each targeting a different corner of the warehouse. The flames quickly spread, engulfing the insects in a fiery inferno. Despite their name, the "Small Flames" were anything but small. After Agumon's evolution, they had gained a divine attribute, making them a powerful weapon against even the most resilient foes.
"What the—?! An Servant?! But all the slots are already filled!" Zouken's voice echoed through the warehouse as his body disintegrated into a swarm of insects.
Akira ignored the insects that made up Zouken's body. He focused on Sakura, ensuring her safety.
"It's over now, Sakura. You're safe," Akira said softly, holding the trembling girl in his arms.
[Ding!]
[Congratulations, host, for completing the special mission!]
[Mission Level: Gold.]
[Mission Objective: Answer Sakura's Call.]
[Reward: Rule Breaker (Localized Version).]
[Rule Breaker: A weapon localized from the Fate universe, embodying the divine power of the traitorous witch Medea. It is the ultimate anti-magic tool, capable of nullifying all magical contracts, spells, and even life forms created through magic. It resets everything to its pre-magical state.]
"Rule Breaker, huh? This could be useful for stealing other Servants. Too bad there's only one female Servant in this war—Saber."
"Still, this weapon's true value lies in its ability to nullify contracts. In the High School DxD world, where contracts are everywhere, this will be invaluable."
Akira glanced around the warehouse, ensuring that Zouken was truly dead.
"Alright, Sakura, everything's fine now," Akira said, setting the girl down outside the Matou residence.
Sakura looked up at the tall, kind stranger with wide eyes. "Big brother… are you the demon I summoned?"
"That's right," Akira replied with a gentle smile. "You offered yourself as a sacrifice to summon me, so from now on, you're mine."
He raised his left hand, showing the glowing demonic contract. Sakura looked at her own hand, where an identical mark had appeared.
"Big brother… are all demons like you?" Sakura asked shyly, her cheeks flushing.
"Call me Akira, Sakura. I like it when cute girls call me 'big brother,'" Akira said, playfully pinching her cheek.
"Akira… big brother…" Sakura whispered, her voice filled with a mix of embarrassment and affection.
Akira's heart melted at the sound of her voice. Truly, lolis were the most precious beings in the world.
"Hey! Who are you? Let go of Sakura!"
Akira turned to see a gaunt, sickly-looking man glaring at him.
"Matou Kariya, I presume?" Akira said, his tone calm but firm.
"That's right! What have you done to Sakura?!" Kariya demanded, his voice trembling with anger.
"I've made a contract with her. She's mine now," Akira replied. "But if you're willing to make a deal, I can help you achieve your goals in the Holy Grail War."
Kariya's eyes narrowed. "The only deal I want is for you to release Sakura!"
Akira sighed. Kariya was a fool, blinded by his misguided love and hatred.
"Very well. If you insist on being stubborn, then so be it."
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