The Lady with a Lamp

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Patient No. 99, severely wounded. The wound on the right arm is serious, I recommend amputation.

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Here, too... I don't think it can be saved. Left femur shattered. It's a miracle that this one's alive.

We're going to have to amputate this as well.

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Gouge wound on the lateral region of the abdomen... No problem, as long as we remove the damaged organs and stitch it back up.

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Don't worry, you'll still live. Your condition is far better than the other patients here.

In another 200 years, highly advanced artificial limbs should be developed... I suppose that's too far ahead.

Now then, it's time to amputate.

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This should've been a surgeon's job, but seeing how we don't have enough physicians here, I will do it.

Please bite on this. It's going to hurt.

If I were to compare it to something... It'll hurt as much as getting your arm ripped off.

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You mustn't be so childish. At least it's better than dying, isn't it?

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No. I'm doing it. I'm cutting. This wound, at least, must be dealt with swiftly.

Don't worry, you're still young. I know you can endure something like this.

...Sorry. That sounded rather vague. Let me correct myself. You must endure it no matter what.

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...You there, don't come in here in that unsanitary state when I'm treating someone!

Please wait! Stop! You've got the wrong person!

There's no mistake. All patients are equal, be they a private or a colonel.

No matter who they are, I'll do the best I can to save them. In order to do that, proper hygiene is essential.

Listen to me. Take one step closer and I'll shoot you.

I-I wasn't about to!

Your eyes told me otherwise.

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Senpai! Thank goodness, you're conscious!

How are you fine? It's a miracle that your limbs are still attached after taking a direct hit from the cannons.

Normally, I would amputate those limbs to prevent the blood from reaching unnecessary areas...

And by keeping those wounds clean, we can prevent them from getting infected.

Don't worry, I am going to heal you, even if that means killing you.

Yes... I will do everything in my power to save you! I will take your life if I have to!

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I am sure some people see it that way. But sometimes, you have no room for doubt in the field of medicine.

Medicine... Cleanliness... Ah. Um, are you...

Am I what?

You're a Servant... Aren't you?

That has nothing to do with this. As long as I'm summoned here, I'll only think about how to follow my conviction.

My conviction is my strength, and that is medical treatment. It doesn't matter if I'm a Servant or not, I must do my best here.

Now that I'm summoned to this battlefield, I must treat these patients.

Huh? Ah, um, but you're a Servant, right? That person there is a Master.

I'm sure you know that means that I must protect my Master. That's non-negotiable, even with you.

That goes the same with me. My conviction won't falter unless you can have a stronger...

...Wait. You... That body of yours...

...Fine, understood. I'll withhold my treatment for now.

Master, here's a Scroll of Healing.

...You're all right. You're back to normal now.

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...Whew. Thank goodness it turned out okay...

All right, if you're finished, get out of the way! My next patient is coming!

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I...don't really know myself... But this is the rear base of the American Independence Army.

Do you remember that last battle?

The American army lost. Their forces retreated from the front line.

I followed along. Um... since they carried you here, Master.

I don't know who's on the other side. ...But I'm at least certain that it's not the British army.

And there's one more thing. This army is strange, too. The American flag they're flying isn't what it's supposed to be...

...and the ones they sent in to fight... were the same things we encountered in London.

No, unfortunately, that's not what they are. I'll give you some hints: the smell of oil, looks like iron...

That's it. Charles Babbage, the King of Steam. These things were the same as his production model.

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Hi, Fujimaru. Um... So that was a disaster, huh?

In any case, what you've encountered was probably due to the Singularity.

I don't know what they are, and there are many mysteries about this army you've joined up with...

But what I can be certain of is that someone is trying to prevent the United States of America from being established.

If the United States isn't established, it will cause a logical error in this world.

Aside from the "anchor" that King Solomon used, I believe other powerful Servants are appearing in this era.

But we're not going to change our methods.

We'll keep looking for help from Servants who are already summoned.

...And, I fully understand how you'd be nervous about this, but I think we should ask the Servant that's in front of us now.

She seems dependable... I think?

Doctor, when you say it like that, it almost sounds like this isn't your problem...

No, I'm just a little scared. Just a little. I'm not good with nurses who are too serious...

But you two aren't me. That's a battlefield, not an infirmary!

Besides, we can't afford to be picky! Just try talking to her, Fujimaru!

Actually... I proposed that earlier... but it didn't work. She won't listen.

Why not?

Seeing how she talks and acts, I have no doubt that her class is Berserker, and

I can't be certain yet, but her True Name is probably... Florence Nightingale.

Did we get a new patient?

...Don't call my name unless you need me. All right, the treatment is done.

Keep the wounds clean, you hear me?

Thank you...very much... Are you...an angel?

I don't know.

Angels don't give out beautiful flowers, they're the ones who fight for those in distress.

If you're in agony, yet still choose to fight Then I will be there for you.

I knew it, you're Florence Nightingale, aren't you?

I fail to see how that makes any difference.

Please help us. Unless we correct the Singularity

Please don't bring up such foolishness. I have patients here waiting for me.

That is the only reason and motivation for my being summoned.

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...What's that now?

You heard that right. May I, Ms. Nightingale?

No matter how hard you struggle, the number of patients will keep increasing.

In a normal war, the number of casualties slow down somewhere along the line.

However, this is no normal war. This enemy will fight until the last man is dead.

You say the patient count will keep increasing?

Yes, unfortunately. That's exactly why we need to cut it off at the root.

Enemy raid, enemy raid!

You there, sir! Is the enemy the same as before?

That's right! Anyone who can walk, prepare to engage! The mechanized brigade won't get here in time! So get the cannons ready!

Master, let's fight with them.

If we can't maintain the front line here, the patients will...

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Right!

Wait. I'll go with you.

Despite my appearance, I know a thing or two about combat. But most of all, I can't let these patients be injured anymore.

Doctor Rush! Please treat these patients just the way I told you.

The patients who mustn't be moved are housed in the big tent. I want to move them, but that would risk their lives more.

Those who can walk on their own, please help those who can't. When you do, be very careful not to touch their wounds.

I won't let the enemy reach this tent. This is our sanctuary.

R-Right. But... Who are you?

I'm a nurse. Nothing more, nothing less. Follow me, Servant!

R-Right!

...Th-That's a nurse?

Okay, time for treatment. I'll remove the infected parts right away.

C-Calm down, okay? ...After another look, it seems our enemy can move better than humans.

Anyway, let's fight. This is the front line. We can't win if we don't hold them here.

Here I go, Master!

More are on the way. They're more powerful than the ones before...

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Right! Let's keep going!

It's a stalemate. For them, it may have been their first Servant battle ever.

I don't think they'll reach the tent, but Mm. Mm, mm. Mm.

Detecting enemy Servants. Two of them!

Your Majesty. We've found them.

Apparently they're Servants. I can see why our troops aren't pushing onward.

This is probably as far as the unsung warriors can go. Now it's our turn to step up.

Just what I'd expect from my subordinate, Diarmuid Ua Duibhne. Your eyes are, yes, if I were to compare, akin to a hawk's!

...You are too kind. Compared to your wisdom, Fionn mac Cumhaill, I am nothing.

Hahaha! Enough with the modesty. You have an eye for beauty. The fact that you chose Gráinne proves it.

...N-No. I wouldn't...say that... Uh...

Sorry, I was only joking! That was a bit mean of me! Now, let's fight!

Let's show them the power of the Knights of Fianna! And...let's bring an eternal empire to this fertile land!

As you wish! Now, ladies. Prepare yourselves.

I am Diarmuid Ua Duibhne, the best spearman in the Knights of Fianna.

Diarmuid... the "radiant-faced" Diarmuid Ua Duibhne.

And standing right behind him is his lord, Fionn mac Cumhaill...

In other words, you two are pathogens.

Pathogens? No, we're just warriors. Nothing more, nothing less.

Whoa!

With your death, I shall eradicate this disease!

Ugh... So you don't listen to what people say, huh? I don't like it, I really don't like such women...

Ugh!

You were caught off guard, Diarmuid! Leave it to me, I'll heal your wounds!

My lord, I am grateful. Please accept my apologies. Forgive me, I was overwhelmed.

Hahaha, that's my "Ladykiller" Diarmuid. So you're not comfortable taking on women?

No... I wouldn't say... Uh...

Hahaha! I jest, I jest! That was a pretty good one, too!

But no need to worry. They're both good-looking, powerful women.

I don't blame you for holding back. Now then, I shall head out myself.

In the name of the glorious Knights of Fianna, I shall claim their heads!

Lancer, Fionn mac Cumhaill... here I come!

Hmm. To think they're more than a match for both of us. Quite impressive... Are they seasoned veterans?

Master, we couldn't finish them off!

Wait! What's this... The wounded back at the camp...

Wait, what? Nightingale, where are you going?

Oh, my, I think she's noticed.

Oh unknown Shielder Servant. This Holy Grail War is by all means...a war.

As far as we're concerned, we only needed to keep you here.

Oh no! The other soldiers!

They're nameless warriors. Just unique monsters who will continue to fight.

Of course, they're no match for Servants... But I wonder... How about the American troops?

Ugh!

...! Your Majesty, please retreat!

What?

Right flank, left flank, surround the enemy! We're going to charge down the middle!

They're beasts who only process what's right before them! But we have wisdom!

Is that... the much-rumored Resistance? If there are more Servants, there's nothing we can do.

Fine. We'll retreat for now, Diarmuid! Give the order to the other warriors as well!

Very well. But will they be able to comprehend our orders?

Hmm? If they don't, it can't be helped. We'll abandon them. Come on, don't feel bad.

They're monsters born indefinitely from our queen. Even if we lose a few thousand here, it won't be a problem for us!

...Indeed, my liege. All right... Let us retreat.

Oh, before we do, I forgot something important. Oh beautiful Demi-Servant.

D-Do you mean me?

Yes, I mean you. Are you determined to oppose us?

...Yes. Along with my Master, we will defeat you.

That's a beautiful gaze, full of sincerity. I shall forgive your transgression for showing me such a wonderful gaze.

In return... If you're defeated, I shall have your heart! That's right, you shall become my wife!

...Excuse me?

I can't wait, I really can't wait! A truly blissful promise! Now, then, farewell! Fare thee well!

... (There he goes again, just like that...)

Pardon us. It's a bad habit of my king's. You might think it's a prank, but he actually never lies.

He must've fallen for the sight of you fighting so bravely. If you're defeated, please consider surrender and submission.

Now, then, farewell! Fare thee well!

...Um. What was that last part about?

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I-Is that right? Well, that was a bit of a...surprise.

Um... I have no comment on the man himself, but his words did have an impact...or should I say...

I felt like my heart skipped a beat... Sorry, let me take a deep breath.

Breathe in, breathe out. Breathe in, breathe out.

Hey! Are you okay? Looks like the enemy Servants are gone for now...

...but now a different Servant has appeared. It's heading your way.

Let's join Nightingale right away!