Chapter 256: Do me a favor

"What's the busy?" Ios's eyes became cautious, "Although something that can make you pay such a big price is definitely not so easy to do. But in order to revive Saxon, I will definitely do my best to complete it! Even the head of Cerberus, the three-headed dog of hell, I will fetch it for you. ”

"No, no, it's not that exaggerated." I shook my head, "There's only one thing I want you to help do, and that's if you succeed in ascending the throne, spread the legend of the Knight King in Saxon." ”

"Eh, is this necessary?" Ios looked confused, glanced at the blonde girl beside me before continuing, "Shirou, you know, the story of the Knight King is all Saxon, who doesn't know, who doesn't know? Even three-year-olds fall asleep to the ballad adaptation of Camelot. ”

"Yes, I know, but the legend of the Knight King needs to make some changes." I patted him on the shoulder and said, "Because we have to escape the persecution of the restraining forces, we need to recreate the image of Artoria in the eyes of the world. Let her no longer become the spiritual sustenance that everyone relies on and admires, but a hero who truly leads everyone forward. In this way, the world can fully tolerate her existence. ”

Because Ios has been taught by Skaha, he is also clear about some of the secrets of the world. In addition, it is indispensable to cooperate with him in the future, so I did not hide anything and frankly expressed my thoughts.

"I see, Mr. Skaha also mentioned to me the curse on the Knight King once." Ios nodded understandingly, "Indeed, if we want to prevent the world from continuing to deal with the Knight King, then the most important thing is to change the image of the Knight King from the source, everyone's mind, especially those who have misunderstood her. If everyone loved the Knight King, there would be no reason for the inhibition as an incarnation to continue to deal with her. ”

"So, can you do it?" I looked into his jewel-pure eyes.

"This ...... It's easy to say, but it's hard to say. Ios's face was a little complicated, "Well, the story of the Knight King tends to circulate folk anecdotes, and the content is very subjective and arbitrary. With my command, and the guidance of the bard, the whole legend can be reversed in a short time. ”

"Haha, that's great." I breathed a sigh of relief.

It turns out that this matter is actually very easy, and it is not that complicated at all?

"But Shirou, this is only the most idealistic state, and there is one thing you must not ignore." Ios shook his head, "That is, the will of the people themselves. ”

“…… Although it is said that in Britain, the Knight King is an out-and-out positive figure, a god-like hero in the hearts of all the people, but only in Britain. For the Saxons, the knight king was a feared leader of enemy nations, murderous, bloodthirsty and cruel. Therefore, even if I deliberately guide, I am afraid that it will be difficult to make the Knight King a hero enough to praise in the eyes of the Saxons in a short period of time. ”

"You're right." My heart grew a little heavy.

Britain and the Saxons have been at war for many years, and they have long since turned into feuds with each other. If you accept that the other party's leader is a hero, you are denying the bloody sacrifice of your own people.

This is also the reason why Ios is embarrassed to recreate the legend of the Knight King.

“……”

For a moment, all three of us fell silent.

"Ahem, why don't you cook, little ghost, Yu will starve to death!"

At this time, an abrupt voice sounded in my ears very explosively.

"Huh?"

I looked up, a little frightened, only to see Iskander staring down at me.

"That...... Iskandar when did you come? ”

"Whew...... Little ghost, are you really stupid or pretending to be stupid, Yu has been standing in place since just now and has never left......"

Iskandar said helplessly covering his forehead.

"That's right...... Sorry I didn't pay attention ......"

I rubbed my eyebrows.

Sure enough, I was so immersed in the joy of Ios' reunion that I was so engrossed in saving Artoria that I neglected anything else.

When it comes to the critical moment, you drop the chain and ignore the most important things...... Wait, could it be that this speechless quality has also come to me?

"That shiny golden guy has already gone to the dining hall by himself to sit and wait, and he doesn't seem to like the scene of many people getting together." Iskandar patted his head, "Little ghost, everything must be done slowly, one by one. Getting the top priority at hand right is always the wisest choice. So hurry up and cook. ”

"So...... In your eyes, my cooking is a priority, right? I couldn't help but laugh, "I don't even know how to describe you...... There is no such thing as comforting people......"

"Hahaha, making the best use of people's talents and materials is also the basic strategy for governing the country, isn't it?" Iskandar laughed heartily, "It's a joke, but you definitely look like you're the best at it!" ”

"Okay, okay, I'll go and 'make the best use of people' now." Shrugging my shoulders, I pulled the girl to the side, "Artoria, let's go and let's cook." ”

"Okay, then it's as Shirou wants."

The girl nodded, and followed me away with a white apron......

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Thanks to Iskandar's interjection, it seemed that the heaviness that had just oppressed his heart had also eased a little.

When you do specific work in your hands, whether you pick up a pen and paper or pick up a kitchen knife, the sense of busyness can temporarily dilute the panic and anxiety in your heart.

In addition, there are "assistants" around you who have a similar heart, and a table of dishes is also prepared quickly.

In the restaurant, Iskandar and others had already sat down around the round table.

Here are the people I know best. Even Ios sat down temporarily.

And everyone's evaluation of the dishes also has its own characteristics.

"Hahaha, if I had gotten such an excellent diet earlier, I'm afraid that Yu would have been able to directly lead the Macedonian army into the royal capital of the Persian Empire!"

A strong red-haired man has no image, and his mouth full of food is muddled.

"Hmph, as far as the offerings to the gods of Uruk are concerned, this table is up to par. However, the king's requirements are much harsher than the gods, so keep working hard and let the king taste more! ”

A certain red-eyed golden tsundere king crossed his legs and said.

"Wow, this is so delicious! Shirou, if you were a girl, how nice it would be, I must marry ...... No, I'm going to marry you! ”

There's also a pervert who makes people want to kick it off.

"Uh......h It was supposed to be my own food, but you robbed it all......"

Outside the crowd, a blonde girl with dull hair on her head crossed her fingers and said aggrievedly.