Chương 37: Unnamed

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The Holy Grail War was in an unusual state of stalemate. Despite the intense preparation and anticipation, no major clashes had occurred. It seemed that each Master was biding their time, unwilling to reveal themselves directly. This strange lull in the war left a tension hanging in the air, a feeling of impending chaos that could break loose at any moment.

Rin Tohsaka was pacing back and forth in the living room, her frustration evident. "I can't believe this! It's like we're all just sitting here, waiting for something to happen," she muttered to herself. She glanced at Accelerator, who was lounging on the couch with a bored expression, sipping a can of coffee. His presence, while reassuring in terms of raw power, did little to ease her nerves.

"Are you going to just sit there all day, or do you have any useful input on our strategy?" Rin asked, her tone sharp.

Accelerator shrugged, not even bothering to look up. "Why rush? They'll show up eventually. Then I'll just crush them."

Rin huffed, clearly annoyed by his nonchalant attitude. "And what about your sudden disappearance yesterday? You vanished for ten hours! I even ordered Archer to look for you, and he found nothing."

Accelerator smirked, finally glancing up at her. "Had to take care of some business. None of your concern."

"None of my concern? We're supposed to be a team, you know! You can't just disappear like that without any explanation," Rin snapped, crossing her arms.

"You're getting worked up over nothing," Accelerator replied, leaning back and closing his eyes. "If something important had happened, you'd have known."

Rin's eye twitched in irritation. "That's not the point! We need to communicate. This is a war, not a solo mission for you to play around in."

Accelerator opened one eye and looked at her with a lazy smirk. "You're cute when you're angry, you know that?"

Rin's face turned red, both from anger and embarrassment. "Don't patronize me! We need a plan, and we need to stick together."

"Fine, fine," Accelerator said, waving his hand dismissively. "What's the current situation?"

Rin took a deep breath, trying to calm herself. "As I said, it's a stalemate. No major clashes yet. Each Master is staying hidden, probably sizing each other up. It's like a game of chess where everyone's afraid to make the first move."

"Sounds boring," Accelerator commented. "Why don't we just draw them out?"

"And how exactly do you plan to do that?" Rin asked, raising an eyebrow.

Accelerator's smirk widened. "Easy. Cause a little chaos. Make them come to us."

Rin shook her head. "Typical. And here I thought you might actually suggest something strategic."

"Hey, chaos is a strategy. Just not the one you're used to," Accelerator shot back.

Rin sighed, sitting down across from him. "We need to be careful. The other Masters and their Servants are no joke. We can't underestimate them."

"Who's underestimating them?" Accelerator said, his tone suddenly serious. "I know what I'm up against. But sitting around doing nothing isn't my style."

Rin couldn't help but smile a little. Despite his rough edges, Accelerator's confidence was somewhat reassuring. "Alright, but we need to be smart about this. No unnecessary risks."

"Yeah, yeah. I get it," Accelerator replied, rolling his eyes. "So, what's the plan, boss?"

Rin chuckled. "Well, for starters, we need to gather more intel. Archer's been scouting, but we need more detailed information on the other Masters and their Servants."

"Leave that to me," Accelerator said, standing up and stretching. "I've got my own ways of finding things out."

Rin looked at him skeptically. "And those ways are…?"

Accelerator just grinned. "You'll see."

Rin sighed again, feeling a mix of frustration and amusement. "Fine. Just… try not to disappear for another ten hours without telling me, okay?"

"No promises," Accelerator said with a wink, heading for the door.

As he left, Rin couldn't help but shake her head. "That guy is going to drive me insane," she muttered to herself. But despite her complaints, she knew that having Accelerator on her side was a significant advantage. His power was unmatched, and as long as they could find a way to work together, they stood a good chance in this war.

For now, though, all she could do was trust him and hope that his chaotic approach would somehow lead them to victory. And maybe, just maybe, she'd manage to keep her sanity intact along the way.

After his conversation with Rin, Accelerator headed to his room. He reached into his Inventory and pulled out a sleek, black laptop—technology far more advanced than anything in Rin's world. The laptop had been his trusty tool in the previous world, and now, it was time to put it to use again.

Rin, ever curious and still a bit peeved by Accelerator's earlier nonchalance, followed him. She wanted to see what he was up to. Just as she was about to enter his room, the door slammed shut in her face. She stood there for a moment, blinking in surprise and then shaking with anger.

"How dare you! This is my mansion!" Rin shouted, pounding on the door.

From the other side, Accelerator's mocking voice responded, "Just wait, will ya?"

Rin fumed, clenching her fists. She considered breaking the door down but decided against it. Instead, she stomped back to the living room, her frustration evident in every step.

"Archer!" she called, her voice tinged with irritation.

Archer materialized before her, a slight smile playing on his lips. "Yes, master?"

"Make me a coffee," she demanded. "The kind that Accelerator drinks."

Archer raised an eyebrow, clearly puzzled. "Are you sure? His taste is quite... strong."

"Just do it," Rin snapped, sinking into the couch.

Archer shrugged and headed to the kitchen. A few minutes later, he returned with a steaming cup of dark, rich coffee. Rin took it, eyeing the black liquid with a mix of curiosity and suspicion. She took a cautious sip and immediately grimaced.

"Ugh, how does he drink this stuff?" she muttered.

Archer chuckled, sitting down across from her. "He seems to have a preference for the stronger things in life."

Rin sighed, setting the cup aside. "Archer, what do you make of him? Accelerator, I mean."

Archer's expression turned serious. "He's an enigma, that's for sure. His power is immense, and it seems to grow daily. His physical strength alone could rival most Servants."

Rin leaned forward, intrigued. "You think he's that strong?"

Archer nodded. "If I had to assign a Saint Graph to him, I'd say he has a B+ Strength at least. Maybe even more. He's not just strong physically, he's also sharp mentally. I've noticed that in his interactions with you. It's almost like he's playing with you, like a cat with a mouse."

Rin scowled. "Hey, I'm not some helpless mouse."

Archer smiled. "I didn't mean it like that, Rin. What I'm saying is that he's matured quickly. His banter with you isn't just casual—it's calculated."

Rin sat back, absorbing this information. "So, what's your point, Archer? Should we be worried about him?"

Archer shook his head. "Not worried, exactly. But cautious. He's an ally, yes, but one we don't fully understand. And that makes him unpredictable."

Rin tapped her fingers on the armrest, deep in thought. "I see what you mean. But he's helped us so far. I don't think he means us any harm."

"Perhaps," Archer conceded. "But it's always wise to be prepared. We should keep an eye on him, just in case."

Rin sighed, running a hand through her hair. "You're right. But I feel like delving too much into his privacy might push him away. And we need him."

Archer nodded. "True. For now, let's trust him but remain vigilant."

Rin smiled, feeling a bit better. "Thanks, Archer. You always know what to say."

"Just doing my job," Archer replied with a grin.

They both fell silent, sipping their drinks and contemplating the enigmatic figure that was Accelerator. Despite his rough edges and gruff demeanor, there was something about him that was undeniably intriguing. He was a puzzle they needed to solve, but one they couldn't afford to rush.

After a moment, Rin chuckled. "You know, maybe this coffee isn't so bad after all."

Archer raised an eyebrow. "Really?"

Rin took another sip, grimacing less this time. "Okay, maybe not. But I can see why he likes it. It's strong, like him."

Archer laughed. "I suppose you could say that. Just don't try to emulate him too much, Rin. One Accelerator is enough."

Rin smirked. "Don't worry. I have no intention of turning into a gruff, coffee-addicted maniac."

Archer smiled, glad to see her mood lightening. "Good. Let's keep it that way."

As they continued to talk, the sense of camaraderie between Master and Servant grew stronger. They might not fully understand Accelerator, but they knew that, together, they could face whatever challenges the Holy Grail War threw at them. And for now, that was enough.

Accelerator emerged from his room with a smug look on his face, the kind that instantly made Rin's blood boil. She marched up to him, ready to demand answers.

"What did you do in there?" she asked, trying to keep her voice steady.

Accelerator just smirked, his eyes glinting with mischief. He looked past Rin and fixed his gaze on Archer. "Get out of the mansion," he ordered.

Archer raised an eyebrow, clearly not pleased with the command. "And why should I listen to you?"

Before Accelerator could respond, Rin slapped Archer on the head, making him wince. "Just do it, Archer. Humor him."

Reluctantly, Archer stepped outside the mansion, casting a wary glance back at Accelerator. The smirk on Accelerator's face irked him, but he complied. Moments after Archer left, Accelerator signaled for him to return.

Archer's lips twitched with annoyance as he re-entered the mansion. The moment he crossed the threshold, his eyes widened in shock. His energy was drained from him in an instant, and he collapsed to the floor, unable to move a muscle. Rin gasped, feeling the sudden loss of prana through her connection with Archer.

"Accelerator! What did you do?" Rin demanded, her voice a mix of anger and panic.

Accelerator's smirk widened. "Just a little experiment. I've created an AIM field around the mansion, one that drains energy. Consider it a defense mechanism."

Archer, struggling to speak, managed to choke out, "Fucker..."

Rin knelt beside Archer, her eyes filled with concern. "Is he going to be okay?"

Accelerator shrugged nonchalantly. "He'll be fine once I turn it off."

Rin glared at him. "Turn it off, now!"

With a sigh, Accelerator deactivated the field. Almost immediately, Archer's energy began to return, and he slowly got to his feet, still shaky but recovering.

"You... you really are a piece of work," Archer muttered, shooting a glare at Accelerator.

Accelerator chuckled. "Glad you think so."

Rin shook her head, exasperated. "Okay, enough of this. We need to focus on the war. Accelerator, since you're so keen on experimenting, let's see how you handle magecraft."

Accelerator rolled his eyes. "Magecraft, huh? Fine, show me what you got."

Rin led him to a large, open room in the mansion, used for training. She began to explain the basics of magecraft, the different types of spells, and how mana was used.

"So, you see," Rin concluded, "with proper incantations and a strong grasp of prana, you can manipulate the elements, create barriers, and much more."

Accelerator listened, a bored expression on his face. "This sounds like child's play."

Rin's eye twitched. "It's not child's play! It's a highly sophisticated and ancient art."

"Sure, whatever you say," Accelerator said dismissively. "Let's get to the fun part. Show me something impressive."

Rin took a deep breath, deciding to demonstrate a basic fire spell. She chanted an incantation, and a small, controlled flame appeared in her hand. "See? This is just a simple example."

Accelerator yawned, clearly unimpressed. "That's it? Watch this."

He raised his hand, and with a flick of his wrist, manipulated the vectors in the room to create a swirling vortex of wind. The gusts grew stronger, forming a mini-tornado that whirled around them. Rin's eyes widened in shock.

"How are you doing that without any incantations?" she demanded.

Accelerator smirked. "It's all about controlling the vectors. No need for fancy words or ancient rituals."

Rin's competitive streak flared. "Fine, let's see you handle this."

She chanted another incantation, this time summoning a barrier of shimmering light. It was a defensive spell, meant to be impenetrable.

Accelerator examined the barrier, then simply walked up to it and placed his hand against it. With a slight push, he altered the vectors of the barrier, causing it to shatter like glass.

Rin stared, dumbfounded. "That's... that's impossible."

Accelerator shrugged. "Your magecraft is all about manipulating energy and mana, right? My power lets me control the vectors of everything around me. It's not that different."

Rin shook her head, half in amazement, half in frustration. "You're really something else."

Archer, who had been watching from the sidelines, chuckled. "Welcome to our world, Rin. Where impossible is just another challenge."

Rin sighed, rubbing her temples. "Okay, I admit it. You're good. But magecraft isn't just about flashy displays. It's about strategy and precision."

"Yeah, yeah," Accelerator said, waving her off. "I'll keep that in mind. But if you ever need something really impressive, just call me."

Despite herself, Rin smiled. "I'll hold you to that."

As they continued to discuss and compare their abilities, the tension eased, replaced by a mutual respect. They might come from different worlds with different powers, but together, they were a formidable team. And in the Holy Grail War, that was what mattered most.

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