The Bouquet of Resolve

So this is the place where the so-called Greater Grail was. Hm... I knew it. This spot would make an ideal forge.

Now then, Fujimaru. I brought you here for a reason.

As we have grown quite accustomed to each other, I'm considering taking our contract to the next step.

To be specific, we're here to increase my strength. Now, I am well aware that you have no complaints about me.

I know I am a dependable Servant. Or, more accurately, the number one, most trustworthy Servant!

But...you know... Well... That's not enough for me. I want you to rely on me even more!

So, to make that wish a reality, I've created a situation where I am indispensable!

Don't you understand!? I am going to be the ultimate Servant under your command!

That's right! I hereby declare it!

Umu! I knew it. I knew it! Why you, stating the obvious! Yooou!

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...Oops. This isn't the best place to raise one's voice.

To business, then! Our task today is to strengthen my sword.

My sword is beautiful and excellent, but unlike many other Heroic Spirits' weapons, mine has no specific legend of its own.

...Umu. This is just between you and me.

I actually made this sword myself, by hand. That on its own makes it a most desirable weapon, but it doesn't make it very powerful.

So, I've decided to reforge it, here on a new leyline! This iron meteorite is a spiritual stone that fell to Earth in the distant past.

What did Simon call them... Tears of the stars? Things not of this world...

...Fragments of hope that even the stars themselves could not know? ...Something like that. No matter.

We shall place it on the powerful leyline in the heart of this cavern, stoke it with fire, and infuse it with life.

...There's just one problem. I am sure I need not even say it, but...

Well, as you can see, this cavern is a den of wicked beasts! While I am strengthening my sword, I want you to protect me.

Umu, I'm counting on you, Master!

Urgh. Don't give me those abandoned puppy dog eyes. I want to fight with you as well!

But the task of reforging this sword must be mine alone. I must refrain from battling alongside you.

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They're here. I leave the rest to you! Don't worry. I'm a genius. I can finish it up in a day!

Commit yourself to a full day's worth of battle for me, without rest or sleep!

Hmmmm... It's done, but something's missing... I'm not happy the way this is curved.

Okay, that settles it! Rejoice, Fujimaru.

This will be an item of great sentimental value between us! It must be absolutely perfect! No compromises! Time to start over from scratch!

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Hahaha, don't praise me so much. It's embarrassing! All right, back to protecting me, Master!

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Hm. Damn. I cannot believe I of all people would make such a rudimentary mistake!

I forgot to engrave our names on the sword!

Good thing I caught the mistake! I truly am a genius, and a lucky one at that!

That's okay! I'll just start over again! I'm really getting in the zone now, Master!

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Don't get so excited. This will be the last one! This will be an absolute masterpiece!

But it seems fate has finally caught up with us.

My beautiful sword, infused with the May wind... It seems the creation of something so exquisite cannot be easily accomplished.

That is one peak of the Septem Montes! An awakening of extreme greed from the capital of sin!

The dragon of the overflowing fountain of demonic energy: Avaritia! Hm? Why do I know this...?

...Hm, I suppose it just kind of slipped out. That does happen with me sometimes, you know...

Regardless, I can assure you that it is a terribly powerful enemy! It is truly an offering worthy for the creation of my Noble Phantasm!

If you have any pride as my Master, show me you can claim that creature's crown!

Sorry to make you wait! After seven attempts, a new sword is finally born!

I call it, Fervence Ardeo! I have made it into a blazing holy fountain based on this great cavern!

Come on. Don't be bashful! Take a good look! You can come closer. Come closer!

Right here. Look closely at the handle. See how our names are so beautifully engraved?

Hee hee. Don't be so embarrassed, or I'll get embarrassed too! Now you really can't help but be crazy about me!

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U-umu... An excellent response, Master! Now, let us head to a new battlefield!

I can wait no longer to show off the power of my new blade!