With that, Skaha waved his hand at the space in front of us, and the square returned to its original state.

I was also relieved to see the blonde girl who had reappeared in the middle of the square, sitting cross-legged on the ground.

"Okay." I nodded in agreement with Skaha's suggestion, "Is it just that Artoria is staying here forever?" ”

"Well, this is the best place for Lily to absorb the dragon factor." Skaha stroked his forehead and said, "No one can enter without my rune of Rune, so don't worry." ”

"Thank you. I will never forget how you helped us. "Heartily to Skaha.

“…… Stop, stop! Skaha held up a hand to me, "You've been thanking me since the beginning, and my head is big to hear." I made it clear in advance that I would not show mercy to my disciples' trials, and it was common for my disciples to lose their lives if they were careless. So you better think more about how to survive. ”

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I remembered the moment Skaha threatened me with the tip of his gun.

…… I think that's the norm for the Queen of the Shadow Country, and the previous kindness and intellectuality were just polite manners.

"Understood. I will continue to do my best in the future. I said solemnly.

"Let's go, let's go back." Skaha didn't say anything, and led the way out.

Walking out of the square, Skaha chanted several consecutive syllables outside.

The walls reappeared, completely covering the inner plaza without a trace.

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After a short journey, as we had come, we returned to the main temple, which we had separated.

"Lady Emiya!"

Seeing us appear, Lancelot, Kay, and Buck all hurried around.

"Lord Weigong, how is my king? Didn't come back with you? Lancelot asked eagerly first.

"Don't worry, Artoria is fine. She's fully engaged in a workout to improve her strength, and she won't be there for a while. I explained a few words to him.

"I see, since you say so, your subordinates can rest assured."

Glancing at Skaha next to me, Lancelot looked relieved to see that the latter looked as usual.

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I had a brief chat with everyone.

"Shirou, this ......" Ios, who had been hanging from the back from the beginning and didn't say much, suddenly put his arms around my neck and pulled me aside.

"What's the matter, Ios?" I asked, confused.

"I said, you, aren't you going to explain what you've been doing with the queen for so long?"

Ios asked me in a low voice, as he looked around warily.

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"I didn't do anything, I just accepted the special trial that Skaha's predecessor had prepared for me." I replied casually.

"It's just...... Just being taught by the Queen? Ios' eyes widened at this, and after a moment he gritted his teeth at me.

“…… It's not as simple as you think, and I'm working hard. "Seeing Ios like this, I can only smile bitterly.

"What a hard work! The Queen's personal education even called her by her first name...... It's just the Knight King, and now the queen is about to be attacked by you! Why are all good things yours! Ios looked completely mad, crouching on the ground and ravaging his hair.

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It's because you're always like this that you can't get your turn......

Seeing the young man almost collapsed, in order not to stimulate him anymore, I still suppressed the complaint in my heart.

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"In the afternoon, I will teach one more disciple. Who wants to come? ”

After lunch, Skaha looked at us and said.

“…… Her Majesty, Her Majesty and Lancelot have come after our King, and there is no need for this. After a pause, Kai spoke first.

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"Hmm. The two of you, as accomplished Knights of the Round Table, have been trained physically and mentally for many years, and it is true that you are no longer fit for immediateness. Skaha nodded, "But it's rare to come to the Shadow Country, and I won't let you go home empty-handed." When I leave, I will give each of you a treasure that will be of great use in the future. ”

"Hehe, then we will dip the light of my king and Lord Weigong once, thank you." Stopping Lancelot, who subconsciously wanted to refuse, Kay thanked Skaha.

As smart as he was, he clearly understood that Skaha's generosity was due to my relationship with Artoria.

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"The subordinates are the servants of the Guardian Palace, and where the Guardian is is the place where the subordinates are. The subordinates must stay behind to protect the safety of Lord Emiya. Subsequently, Buck also resolutely resigned.

"Buck, you don't have to, it's a great opportunity for you." I said to him.

"Lord Weigong, this is the duty of your subordinates as servants, no matter what you say, your subordinates will definitely stay by your side." Buck did not budge and said resolutely.

"Kid, respect his choice." Skaha interrupted me as I was about to say something, and then turned to Buck, "Warrior, you can always choose a handy weapon from my arsenal in the Shadow Nation as a gift. ”

"This ...... I can't ask for your items. The honest Buck was a little at a loss.

"If you want to keep this little imp safe, you have to make yourself stronger. So take it. Skaha said with great generosity.

"This ...... All right. Thank you, Her Majesty. Buck accepted the offer with a red face.

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"Looks like there's no way around it." Skaha sighed, and finally turned his gaze to Ios, "Boy, you're mine this afternoon. ”

"Really...... It's true?! The young man didn't react for a while, and opened his mouth wide and pointed at himself in a daze.

"Nonsense, you're all left. Or do you want to give up on being taught? Skaha said impatiently.

"Ah...... No, no, no, I understand the master craftsman, please train me to your heart's content! After getting Skaha's reconfirmation, the boy suddenly looked ecstatic.

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The people around "......" unconsciously covered their faces and distanced themselves from Ios without a trace.

Looking at the excited teenager, I think it is very likely that he will be happy and sad......

Soon you will understand what awaits you......

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"Your Majesty, I dare to ask, is there a martial arts arena here?"

Lancelot remained silent, and when the discussion was over, he stepped forward and bowed slightly, and said to Skaha politely.

"You said that it is used to train fighters on weekdays? Yes, there is. Skaha stroked his chin and said, "Since no one else has come to my Shadow Country recently, it won't be a problem to borrow it from you in the future." ”

"Thank you for your generosity, Your Majesty. I would like to pay my respects to you in the next generation of Knight Kings. Lancelot thanked Skaha again.

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"Lord Weigong, I wonder if you have any other arrangements for the afternoon?" Lancelot looked at me and said, the meaning of his words was clear.