Chapter 6 - Saber V.S. Lancer!

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"I don't mind losing to someone, but I won't be defeated by myself." This is one of Shirou Emiya's best quotes, as it demonstrates just how determined he can be in a battle. He doesn't give up easily, even when facing a stronger opponent. He believes that the only way to lose is to lose to himself, by giving in to fear or doubt – Shirou Emiya

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(N/A: Author's Third-Person POV)

Shirou and Jeanne continued their studies for a few more hours, until the sun began to set on the horizon. Shirou decided it was time to prepare dinner and invited Jeanne to help him in the kitchen.

"Do you know how to cook anything?" he asked her as he retrieved some ingredients from the refrigerator.

"Not much. I only know how to make a few simple things, like bread and soup. In my time, it wasn't common for women to learn how to cook. It was more of a task for men or servants," she replied with a slight blush on her cheeks.

"I see. Well, don't worry. I'll teach you some basic recipes. Cooking is a useful skill for anyone. Plus, it's fun and relaxing," he said with a warm smile.

"Is it really? I never thought of it that way. I always thought cooking was hard and tiring work," she said curiously.

"It's none of that. Cooking is an art form. You can express your creativity and personality through the dishes you make. You can surprise and please the people you love with your food. You can even make friends through food," he said enthusiastically.

"That sounds very beautiful. I'd like to give it a try," she said in admiration.

"Then let's get started. Today, we'll make chicken curry with rice. It's a simple but tasty dish. You'll need chicken, onion, garlic, carrot, potato, curry powder, coconut milk, salt, and pepper. And of course, rice," he said as he laid out the ingredients on the table.

"Wow, that's a lot of stuff. How are we going to make all of this?" she asked with a puzzled expression.

"Don't worry. It's easy. I'll show you step by step. First, we'll cut the chicken into small pieces and season it with salt and pepper. Then, we'll sauté the chicken in a pan with a little oil until it's golden brown. While that's cooking, we'll chop the onion, garlic, carrot, and potato into small cubes. Once the chicken is done, we'll remove it from the pan and set it aside on a plate. In the same pan, we'll sauté the onion and garlic until they're soft. Then, we'll add the curry powder and mix it well. Next, we'll add the coconut milk and let it simmer. Then, we'll return the chicken to the pan and add the carrot and potato. We'll let it simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. And there you have it! Our chicken curry is ready," he explained clearly.

"Wow, that does sound easy. And it smells really good," she said with a smile.

"Now, let's make the rice. Do you know how to make rice?" he asked her.

"No... I've never made rice before," she admitted with embarrassment.

"No problem. I'll teach you. It's very simple too. You just need rice, water, and salt. First, you'll rinse the rice in a strainer until the water runs clear. Then, you'll put the rice in a pot and add water to cover the rice by about a finger's width above the surface of the rice. Then, you'll add a pinch of salt and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once it boils, you'll reduce the heat and cover the pot. You'll let it cook for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Then, you'll turn off the heat and let the rice rest for another 10 minutes with the pot covered. And there you have it! Our rice is ready," he said patiently.

"That sounds easy too. And it looks delicious," she said with anticipation.

"Then let's serve. You can grab two plates and utensils. I'll portion out the rice and curry onto the plates," he said as he did so.

"Okay, I'll get them," she said as she went to the cupboard.

In no time, they were sitting at the table, enjoying their homemade meal.

"This is really good, Shirou. You're a great cook," she praised sincerely.

"Thank you, Jeanne. You helped me a lot too. You're a great learner," he replied kindly.

They ate in silence for a few minutes, savoring each bite. Shirou watched Jeanne with an affectionate gaze, admiring her beauty and innocence. Jeanne looked at Shirou with a curious gaze, trying to understand his feelings and intentions.

This moment of peace lasted until a magical signal was activated at the docks. Both Jeanne and Shirou knew it was a Servant.

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(A/N: At the Docks ...)

"Irisviel, slow down. This place is dangerous. Stay by my side, so I can protect you better," Saber said, bewildered by Irisviel's direction.

Blushing like a spoiled child, Irisviel turned her face to the side and mumbled, "Nope."

Irisviel von Einzbern was a woman of angelic and delicate beauty. Her long silver hair cascaded over her shoulders like a cascade of light, contrasting with her fair and smooth skin. Her red eyes shone with a blend of innocence and wisdom, reflecting her kind and intelligent personality. Her face was fine and harmonious, with rosy lips and a sweet smile. She had a slender and curvaceous body, which she dressed with elegance and simplicity. She often wore a white lace dress that emphasized her purity and femininity. She also wore a red coat over the dress, symbolizing her love and sacrifice for her husband and daughter.

Saber was a woman of noble and imposing appearance. Her short blond hair was combed back, revealing her forehead and ears. Her green eyes were deep and serious, conveying her determination and honor. Her face was oval and delicate, with fine and elegant features. She had an athletic and slim body, which she kept in shape through rigorous training. She wore blue and silver armor, reflecting her royal heritage and her Servant class. She carried with her a legendary sword, which was proof of her identity as King Arthur.

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A supernatural voice radiated from all directions.

"I'm glad you came here," a voice said with a certain enthusiasm. At the same time, Irisviel and Saber stopped.

"While you were parading around the city today, everyone else was strengthening their defenses. Only you had the courage to respond to my challenge," said the being, now appearing in a solemn voice.

"With such a pure fighting spirit... I presume you are Saber, correct?" said the man who had two red and yellow spears behind his back, respectively.

"Correct. And you must be Lancer," Saber replied, bringing seriousness to the atmosphere, which created palpable tension.

"Here we are, about to fight to the death, and we can't even introduce ourselves in the traditional way. This is discouraging,"

 the man said, showing some reluctance to not be able to reveal his name in the Holy Grail War.

The man assumed a combat stance, ready to engage with two spears.

Whoosh! *

Meanwhile, Saber, who had dressed in a modern suit to blend into the modern environment, now transformed into her King Arthur attire with magic, holding Excalibur with its invisible blade enhancement.

"Saber, be careful. I can assist you with my healing magic, but that's all," Irisviel whispered softly.

"I can handle Lancer. But it displeases me that his master has not yet appeared. His plan must be more elaborate than it seems. Please, stay vigilant. Irisviel, I entrust my rear to you," Artoria, commonly known as the King of Knights, said to Irisviel with seriousness.

"Understood, Saber. Ensure our victory!" exclaimed Irisviel.

"Count on it," Saber replied, still focused on the impending battle.

Both stared at each other intensely, trying to find any weaknesses in each other's posture. This added even more tension to the environment where two Holy Grail War Servants were about to fight each other.

But before that, the Lancer Servant stepped out of his stance and wanted to ask Saber a question.

"I'm sorry, but I can't help it. It's a curse that has haunted me since my birth," the man said, clearly talking about something that had "plagued" him during his lifetime when he wasn't a heroic spirit.

"You can blame my origin, or the fact that you were born as women," the man, who believed that Saber had fallen for him by observing his birthmark, which he claimed was "cursed" in his legend, said.

"Don't think that a handsome face will save you from my blade, spear user," Saber said with a hint of mockery in her voice.

"If it saved me, it would ruin all the fun. I understand. Saber's anti-magic abilities are impressive," the man said, impressed by her magical resistance rated as "A."

"Very well. Defeating a woman enchanted by my face would tarnish my glorious reputation," the man said, emphasizing his honor. "I'm pleased to see such strength and determination," he concluded his dialogue.

"Ho ho, so you want a fair fight? Facing such a noble heroic spirit pleases me greatly," Saber said, initially laughing. She seemed happy to have an enemy with a certain sense of chivalry.

"In that case... On guard," the man said, ending their conversation.

Both returned to staring at each other until Saber charged forward toward Lancer, closing the distance between them.

Tap tap Tap! *

To use her invisible sword. Taking advantage of the longer reach of his spear, the man attempted to stab.

Whoosh!

Which was easily parried by Saber's invisible blade! It made a loud, high-pitched sound that reverberated throughout the port.

Tink!

At the same time, the shock and force of the impact sent rocks and debris flying. The man, taking advantage of Saber still holding her spear, attempted to stab her with his other hand, using his second spear.

Whoosh!

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