After delegating various tasks, Shinji turned his attention to his laptop, typing away. This wasn't just about sending Rider and the others to fight; the upper echelons needed to make some moves too. Leveraging the group's power, Shinji prepared a unilateral statement for the Mage's Association, regardless of their response.
Of course, Shinji hoped the Mage's Association would keep their antics to a minimum. After all, they had always viewed Japan as a backward, barbaric place in the Far East.
Since they thought so little of Japan, they might as well let go. What's the point in holding on tightly?
With the speed of a seasoned web novelist, Shinji's fingers flew across the keyboard. In less than ten minutes, he had drafted and sent several emails. He knew that within seconds of these emails being sent, the group's upper management and network would spring into action.
After completing this task, Shinji leaned back in his chair, stretched, and felt a wave of relief. Perhaps from today, Sakura wouldn't have to hide her magical attributes anymore.
Looking at Rider, who was still standing there, Shinji suddenly thought of something. Sitting up straight, he casually retrieved a spiritual core he had acquired from another world.
"Rider, this is for you."
Seeing the stable light orb floating above Shinji's palm, Rider felt an inexplicable familiarity.
"This is..."
"Your spiritual core, obtained by chance."
Shinji's casual tone made Rider unsure how to react.
This Master is something else!
Seeing Rider's dazed expression, Shinji continued, "Don't worry. That guy is stingy and didn't give me the entire Gorgon's spiritual core, just a part of it, about half. Your sisters are still fine."
"Master..."
Rider softly murmured, finally confirming.
Her Master did care about her!
This spiritual core was proof!
"Alright, go ahead and fuse with it."
...
A few minutes later, seeing Rider's slight change in aura after fusing with the core, Shinji nodded in amazement.
"It seems the class restriction limited your power. All your stats only went up one rank. I thought it would be a dramatic improvement."
A Heroic Spirit cannot be summoned directly but must be restricted to a certain class, which prevents some from fully utilizing their powers.
"I'm now very close to my original strength," Rider said calmly, though internally she was anything but calm.
Shinji nodded, "Good, this makes the upcoming mission more secure. By the way, Rider, would you like a physical body?"
"A physical body?" Rider was puzzled.
"You've seen Archer, right? Just like him..."
"Yes!"
Rider immediately agreed before Shinji could finish.
"Uh..."
Seeing Rider's barely contained excitement, Shinji sighed and summoned the necessary equipment to grant her a physical body.
And then...
Due to the corrupting influence, Rider's clothes were completely burned off, and she naturally moved closer to Shinji. After some consideration, Shinji set up a soundproof barrier in the basement.
Seeing Rider's hesitant actions, Shinji ultimately let her be.
...
At 5 AM, Shinji woke up as usual to exercise.
"Don't fight, you two."
Before leaving, he reminded the two who were already showing signs of hostility towards each other—Saber-chan and Rider.
After Shinji left, Saber-chan, thinking she should be magnanimous as the first arrival, spoke first: "Rider, since we are both Master's Servants now, I will set aside our differences and get along with you."
"I feel the same," Rider replied coolly, though internally she was dismissive of Saber's words. Despite her small and cute appearance, Rider knew she still held the most affection from their Master!
The spiritual core and physical body—all given by Shinji—were exclusive to her, not Saber!
Of course, Rider wouldn't let this make her arrogant. Knowing Shinji's tendencies, she had to remain cautious. It wouldn't be surprising if one day, Shinji coaxed Saber with the excuse of magical reinforcement.
She couldn't let Saber take advantage!
Rider thought it best to preemptively cut off any chance of Shinji taking advantage of Saber under the guise of magical reinforcement.
"Saber, here, take these," Rider said, handing over several magical reinforcement lollipops.
Saber-chan, completely unaware of Rider's ulterior motives, was taken aback.
Was Rider trying to make peace?
As the first to arrive, she couldn't be unreasonable.
"No, Rider, you need magical energy too. You should keep them for emergencies."
"No..."
Rider shook her head and patted her abdomen, her tone filled with a pride Saber didn't notice.
"My magical energy... is quite sufficient."
...
With her magical energy fully replenished, Rider boarded a plane with Archer to another part of Japan. Shinji had no worries.
Over the past half-year since the Holy Grail War ended, Rider had familiarized herself with all of Matou's affairs. She wouldn't make any mistakes.
She would carry out Shinji's orders without hesitation, making her the perfect choice for the task.
Today, the Mage's Association would also receive news that a local organization in Japan had emerged to officially take over the management of mystical affairs.
Shinji didn't care about the uproar it might cause within the Mage's Association. Perhaps it wouldn't even cause much of a stir, given their disdain for this "backward" corner of the world.
...
A week flew by.
Though things seemed peaceful and harmonious on the surface, Rin knew there had been dramatic changes within Japan's mystical side.
She had no idea what methods Shinji used, but the Mage's Association...
They actually acknowledged that Japan's mystical affairs would be managed by the local Shinkage organization!
This meant Japan's mystical matters were now independent, just like in China. The Mage's Association could no longer meddle!
Seeing Shinji's calm expression, Rin was truly amazed. This man managed to achieve something so difficult it was like pulling teeth!
In the massage room of the Matou mansion, Shinji, having just finished a sauna, relaxed on an automatic massage chair.
"Hey, don't look at me with such admiration. It's stressful," Shinji said, opening his eyes to see Rin, who had joined him for the sauna and was now using another massage chair.
"Who's admiring you? You just used violence to make everyone submit," Rin retorted.
"Of course. Those stubborn local organizations would never change if you don't show some strength. I was merciful not to wipe them out completely, giving them a chance to join."
"Cut it out!"
Dressed in a bathrobe, Rin turned away, pouting.
Ding ding—
Hearing his phone notification, Shinji sat up and checked the message before putting the phone aside.
"Your issue has been resolved."
"No way! So quickly?"
Rin was surprised. Her problem wasn't minor, and the Mage's Association had been hounding her just two days ago!
"Since Shinkage is now in the open, it must fulfill its duties. Japan's mystical matters should be managed by the Japanese. That's why Shinkage exists. You, Rin, are now the first to leave the Mage's Association and join another mystical organization. Congratulations."
"Congratulations my foot!"
"Anyway, Shinkage will assign someone to contact you. From now on, everything will follow the proper procedures. If you need reasonable assistance, you can apply through the organization."
"Assistance?" Rin's eyes narrowed. "There's assistance?"
Shinji nodded, "Of course. It's a new organization, full of vitality unlike the old ones. There's no infighting among the top members.
Mutual help among families within the organization is common. Sometimes, the group also provides support. Of course, it's not entirely free.
Those who contribute to the organization or the group can apply for various forms of assistance, including financial support. The group faces constant trouble from magical spies from certain countries."
Financial support...
Hearing these words, Rin couldn't deny her interest. After her parallel world mission, her gem reserves were nearly depleted.
"Shinji, how much financial support can one get?"
"Depends on your contribution. It's similar to the Mage's Association's system but includes support. Every year, those who contribute significantly can receive up to one billion yen."
"One... one billion?!"
Rin's jaw dropped. This wasn't a mystical organization; it was charity!
"Every year, the group allocates about twenty billion yen for special aid, distributed by Shinkage."
Before Shinji finished, Rin, realizing she was now part of the organization, stood up abruptly.
"I have things to do! Talk later!"
Back at his desk, Shinji resumed his work, knowing full well that transitioning mystical affairs from the Mage's Association to Shinkage required meticulous coordination.