Holy Lance

The air crackled with tension as Ritsuka and his allies charged toward Salter, who stood defiantly against the tide of light and determination. The combined forces of Ritsuka's holy energy and Medusa Alter's scythe created a dazzling display of power, illuminating the mountain with a fierce glow.

"Let's finish this!" Ritsuka shouted, his voice cutting through the chaos. The moment felt electric, a culmination of their struggles and their resolve to protect one another.

Medusa Alter nodded, her focus unyielding. "Together!"

As they closed the distance, Salter's amber eyes narrowed, and she raised Excalibur Morgan, channeling the corrupted power of the grail. "You think you can defeat me? I have transcended the limits of mere mortals!"

With a swift motion, she unleashed a wave of dark energy, swirling like a tempest toward the approaching heroes. Ritsuka, feeling the weight of their combined determination, thrust Rhongomynaid forward. "Divine Lance! Break the darkness!"

The spear pierced through the dark wave, splitting it apart as a shockwave erupted from the impact, pushing back the corrupted energy. Medusa Alter leaped into the air, her scythe raised high. "This ends now!"

With a powerful swing, she brought her weapon crashing down toward Salter. The sound of metal against metal echoed through the mountains, a clang that resonated with defiance. Salter barely managed to block the strike, her expression shifting from confidence to shock as the force of Medusa's attack forced her back.

"Foolish girl!" Salter snarled, trying to regain her footing. "You think you can stop me with mere blades?"

Morgan took the opportunity to join the fray, her own energy surging as she targeted Salter's weapon. "You underestimate the bond we share!" she shouted, unleashing a blast of magic that hit Salter directly, momentarily staggering her.

Ritsuka felt the surge of power within him intensify, a direct response to Morgan's rallying cry. He could sense the unity among his allies, their wills intertwining as they pressed forward. "We fight as one!" he declared, his voice a battle cry that echoed throughout the mountains.

With renewed vigor, Ritsuka focused on Salter, her form still trying to recover from the onslaught. "Kama, now!" he shouted, signaling her to unleash her power.

Kama nodded, her expression fierce. "Let's show her what true strength looks like!"

Summoning her energy, Kama unleashed a wave of pink light that enveloped Salter, attempting to bind her in a delicate yet powerful web of magic. "Your darkness is no match for the bonds of love and friendship!" she exclaimed, her voice a melodic counterpoint to the chaos.

Salter struggled against the binding light, her expression shifting from rage to frustration. "No! You will not imprison me!" She swung her sword wildly, trying to cut through the magical restraints.

Seeing their chance, Ritsuka charged in, spear raised. "This is for everyone you've hurt!" he yelled, aiming straight for Salter's heart. The determination in his heart resonated through Rhongomynaid, channeling the collective will of his allies.

"Get her!" Medusa Alter cried, rushing forward alongside Morgan, the two striking at Salter from opposite sides.

As they closed in, Ritsuka unleashed the power of the spear. "Holy Lance, guide my aim!"

The black spear glimmered with holy light, piercing through the darkness like a beacon. Salter's eyes widened in realization as the weapon neared. "No—!"

In that moment, the blast erupted, a fusion of holy energy and dark remnants that illuminated the entire mountain. The explosion sent shockwaves cascading around them, the force knocking everyone back.

Ritsuka felt himself flying through the air, but he instinctively reached out, grabbing Medusa Alter's hand. "Hold on!"

They landed roughly, but Ritsuka quickly regained his footing, scanning the area for his allies. Kama, Morgan, and Mash were all rising, shaken but determined.

As the dust settled, the remnants of Salter's dark form flickered in and out of visibility, struggling against the overwhelming energy of Rhongomynaid. "You think you can defeat me so easily?" she growled, her voice strained. "I am the darkness incarnate!"

But Ritsuka could see the cracks in her armor, the fear hidden behind her anger. "We're not afraid of you!" he declared, stepping forward, spear still in hand. "Together, we're stronger than any darkness!"

With a final surge of will, he thrust the spear one last time. "For all the lives you've threatened, we will not back down!"

The spear struck true, a beam of holy energy breaking through the remnants of Salter's power, enveloping her in a radiant glow. Ritsuka felt the energy swirl around them, the overwhelming light pushing back against the darkness that had threatened to consume them.

"NO! THIS CAN'T BE!" Salter's voice shrieked in agony, a mixture of anger and despair as she was engulfed by the light.

The eruption of energy engulfed the mountain, and for a moment, Ritsuka felt weightless, surrounded by warmth and brilliance. Then, as quickly as it began, the light faded, revealing the aftermath of their battle.

The mountain lay still, the air thick with the remnants of the confrontation. Ritsuka looked around, breathing heavily as he registered the state of his allies. They were bruised but unharmed, standing together in a circle, united against the remnants of Salter's dark energy.

"Is it… over?" Mash asked, her voice barely above a whisper, scanning the surroundings.

Morgan stepped forward, her expression softening as she surveyed the area. "For now. But we must stay vigilant. The darkness may retreat, but it doesn't disappear completely."

Medusa Alter nodded, her scythe resting at her side. "And we'll be ready for it when it returns. We've faced it together once; we can do so again."

Ritsuka smiled, feeling a warmth spread through him. "We did it. Together."

The group gathered, sharing weary smiles and nods of acknowledgment. In that moment, they understood that their bond had grown stronger, forged in the fires of battle. Whatever challenges lay ahead, they would face them side by side.

Everyone turned they head to dispersing Salter as she looked at all them, she then started to Change her black armour was not a silver and blue, her pail face had colour and her hair was now yellow now she defently looked like the one from Ritsuka dream.

Artoria just looked at the group. "..Thank you... But I shall tell you something, there is real mastermind behind this and she doesn't like it".

Morgan wenrt I her. "Who is this she sister"

Artoria looked at Morgan hee body turning to sprit particles, as she was ready to return to the throne. "She has face similar to me... But was different, a dragon like tail, two horns and a beautiful red dress, her hand were dragon like as well... She didn't use her name I only talked to her using the grail"

Ritsuka went to her worried. "Did she go by something"

Artoria as she was a few seconds away from going away. "... 6 that is what she called her self"

Meanwhile in different place Cu Chulainn had drafted Nameless or will Emiya

Emiya looked at Cu Chulainn. "666 that is what she called her self"

Cu Chulainn looke at him. "666 you say... This is trouble sum".

Back with Ritsuka and his group

Ritsuka looked at the desipering Artoria. "Thank you".

As then Ritsuka Chaldea watched glowed as it shows a holographic image of Dr Romani

Dr Romani spoke from his side. "Um hello is there anyone there... Oh god are they dead I hope not".

As the holographic image of Dr. Romani flickered to life, the tension in the air shifted. Ritsuka quickly stepped forward, his heart racing. "Dr. Romani! We're here!" he shouted, relief flooding his voice.

Romani's face brightened with recognition, his usual professionalism mixed with a hint of concern. "Ritsuka! Thank goodness you're alive. I was getting worried. I saw the energy readings from the battle. It was massive! What happened?"

Ritsuka glanced around at his allies before replying. "We faced Salter. She transformed, and we learned about a new threat. Someone called herself '666.' Artoria—she was the one who told us."

Romani's expression shifted from relief to serious contemplation. "666? That's… concerning. This entity seems to be tied to the corruption of the Holy Grail and the dark powers at play. I need to run some analyses."

"Can you help us?" Medusa Alter asked, her voice steady but laced with urgency. "If there's someone pulling the strings, we need to find out who they are and how to stop them."

"Absolutely," Romani replied, adjusting his glasses. "I'll relay any information I can gather. Right now, I suggest you regroup and prepare for a possible confrontation. We don't know what this 666 wants or how powerful she is."

Anastasia stepped forward, her eyes narrowing with determination. "If she's related to the Holy Grail, then we must find a way to sever that connection. It's a danger to everyone."

"I agree," Ritsuka nodded, turning to face his friends. "We've faced darkness before, but this feels different. We need to be prepared for anything."

As the group absorbed the weight of their situation, the holographic display shifted, showing a map of the surrounding area, dotted with potential locations of interest. "I'll mark areas where Grail energy readings are strongest," Romani said, his voice echoing with a sense of urgency. "These may be key to tracking down 666."

Ritsuka glanced at the map, his mind racing with possibilities. "If we split up, we can cover more ground. We'll meet back here in a few hours to share what we find."

"Good plan," Morgan said, her demeanor fierce. "Let's get moving. We won't let this '666' continue her schemes."

"Wait," Ritsuka said, catching everyone's attention. "Before we go, I want us all to make a pact. No matter what happens, we stay united. We face this together, as a team."

A chorus of agreements echoed in the clearing, their voices melding into a single vow of solidarity.

With that, the group dispersed, each taking off toward their designated locations. Ritsuka felt a rush of adrenaline, determination fueling his every step. As he navigated the terrain, he couldn't shake the feeling of dread that had settled in his gut. 666 was a new enemy, but they had faced impossible odds before.

Elsewhere, with Cu Chulainn and Emiya:

Cu Chulainn crossed his arms, a frown etched on his face. "This '666'… what do you think she wants?"

Emiya's gaze turned serious. "Control. Power. From what I gather, she's been manipulating events from the shadows, using the Holy Grail's corruption as a means to her end."

"Great," Cu Chulainn replied, rolling his eyes. "Just what we need—another antagonist with delusions of grandeur. We need to find a way to counteract her influence before it spirals out of control."

"Agreed," Emiya said, determination hardening his features. "We'll need to gather intel and perhaps even allies. If she's as dangerous as you say, we'll need all the help we can get."

As they prepared to move, Emiya couldn't shake the feeling that their paths were intertwined with Ritsuka's group. Whatever they were facing, it was only a matter of time before the threads of fate drew them together once again.

Back with Ritsuka:

Ritsuka's heart raced as he ventured deeper into the forest, following the residual energy trails. He could feel the weight of the world pressing down on him, a reminder of the stakes at hand.

Suddenly, a chill swept through the air, and he froze. "What was that?" he murmured, scanning the trees around him.

From the shadows, a figure emerged, a silhouette cloaked in darkness. Ritsuka tensed, preparing for a confrontation. "Who's there?" he called out.

A soft, melodic voice replied, "Just a traveler. But I've been watching you, Ritsuka Fujimaru."

The figure stepped forward, revealing a woman with dragon-like features, the very image of Artoria's description. Her crimson dress flowed around her, and a flicker of amusement danced in her eyes. "I believe we have much to discuss… regarding the future of this world."

Ritsuka's pulse quickened. "You're 666, aren't you?"

The woman smiled, her expression enigmatic. "So perceptive. But don't worry. I'm not here to fight… yet. I want to offer you a choice."

Ritsuka's instincts screamed at him to be cautious. "What kind of choice?"

"Join me, and together we can reshape this world," she said, her voice enticing. "Or resist, and watch as everything you hold dear crumbles into dust."

Ritsuka's mind raced as he considered her words. This was a game of fate, and he had no intention of losing. "I won't let you manipulate anyone," he replied firmly, determination surging within him.

"Ah, such spirit!" 666 laughed lightly. "Let's see how long that conviction lasts."

With that, she vanished into the shadows, leaving Ritsuka standing alone, the weight of her challenge lingering in the air.

"Whatever it takes, I will protect my friends," Ritsuka vowed, steeling himself for the trials ahead. The stakes were higher than ever, but he knew he wasn't alone. Together, they would face whatever darkness awaited them.

To be continued

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