"Yes, my king." With an awe-inspiring expression, Bedwell suddenly let out an exclamation, "Oops, my subordinates almost forgot that you and Lord Emiya don't have horses. ”

"You two, hurry up and hand over your horses to my king and Lord Weigong." Bedwell hurriedly said to the two knights he had brought.

"Wait a minute, we still have one more person." I pointed to Buck behind me.

"Lord Weigong, isn't this person the servant that you and my king have taken in this time?" Hearing me say this, Bedwell had a strange expression.

"Einomiya-sama...... Your subordinates are your servants, and according to the rules, you are not allowed to ride horses. Buck also lowered his eyebrows and said pleasantly.

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“…… Shirou, such is the law of Britain. For him, being able to stand out from thousands of adventurers and become your servant is already a great improvement in his status, and he must not be given more favors at this stage. Seeing that I still wanted to argue, the girl whispered in my ear.

"So in the Shadow Country, you and Ios had this idea in mind that made me accept Buck as a servant instead of a partner, right?" Looking at the girl's green eyes, I don't know why my heart, which can be easily calmed down, is still restless at the moment, "But is such a strict hierarchy in line with your ideal of wanting everyone to be equal and happy?" ”

"Whether it is governing the country in peacetime or commanding the army in wartime, everything must be done in an orderly and gradual manner according to its inherent rules." The girl's expression was not moved in the slightest, "Shirou, you have to understand that the most important thing for a country is a set of reasonable order that cannot be changed in the slightest. The king can be replaced, the courtiers can be replaced, but as long as order exists, the people can live happily ever after. In the final analysis, happiness is not attainable by a single individual, but shared by all citizens. ”

"But then, what else do you want the king to do?" I couldn't help but retort, "With perfect order and everyone to obey, do you still need a leader?" ”

"No, it is the king's duty to supervise all citizens at all times in compliance with established norms." The girl's expression was solemn, "Buck must start with your servants. If you really have the strength, you can promote your status through military merits in the future. It's not just for him, it's fair for everyone. True equality is not the complete uniformity of status, but the fact that everyone can get what they deserve through hard work! ”

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“…… Why, then, did you give me the position of Britain, second only to you, Artoria? After a pause, I asked, "It stands to reason that I am not even a citizen of Britain, and should I not start with the lowest Gentile slave?" ”

“…… No, no, Shirou is not......" As if she didn't expect me to ask this question at all, the girl was stunned for a moment, "Because...... You're the one I love the most, so I'm going to keep you with me no matter what. ”

"That's easy to say. Buck was also an indispensable companion to my heart, and I never considered him a true servant. I smiled, "So, can it be arranged according to my idea?" ”

"This ......" The girl looked embarrassed, and she didn't know what to do for a while.

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"Bedwell, there is another rule in Britain that the host must treat the guest who comes to the house for the first time with the best of courtesy, right?" I turned to an embarrassed Bedwell and said. This is what I learned in the library of the Shadow Country.

"That's right, Einomiya-sama." Bedwell nodded without hesitation, "This is one of the supreme decrees made by our king himself to show the openness of Camelot's civilization. ”

"Well, speaking of which, Buck is coming to Camelot for the first time. Regardless of his status, he was a very important guest to me. I smiled at the knightess, "So, just ride into the city like we do, it won't be a problem." ”

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"Einomiya-sama...... This one...... It is up to my king to decide. Bedwell smiled bitterly and said, "My subordinate is just a knight, and everything is only under the king's orders." ”

“…… Bedwell, as Shirou said, prepare another horse. At this time, the girl beside her pursed her lips and commanded the female knight.

"Yes, my king." With respectful words, Bedwell prepared to hand over his horse to me.

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"No need, Bedwell." I waved my hand to stop and turned to look at Buck, "Buck, you can now pick one of the two horses you already have and ride it yourself." ”

“……！ Lord Emiya, this is definitely not ......," Buck subconsciously wanted to refuse.

"It's an order! If you still admit that I am your master, listen to me! I interrupted him directly and forcefully.

“…… Yes, Emiya-sama. Your subordinates swear to be loyal to you forever! After a while, Buck's eyes were slightly red, and he chose the one with a little difference between the two horses.

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“…… Lord Emiya, so that you and my king have two people, but there is only one horse......" The female knight reminded me.

"That's right, one horse is enough." Turning over and jumping on horseback, I stretched out my hand to the girl standing on the ground, "Artoria, come up!" ”

Seeing my actions, the girl's eyes widened at the same time.

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"Wei ...... Eimiya-sama, just in case...... It is necessary for subordinates to confirm it...... You...... Clear in Camelot, in front of all the people...... What does that mean? Dumbfounded, Bedwell asked me.

"It's like announcing to everyone that Artoria and I are lifelong companions, and there is no possibility of separation, right?" I said frankly, "It's long overdue." ”

"Shirou...... Are you supposed to ......" The girl's hands were folded tightly in front of her chest, and her tone couldn't tell whether she was nervous or expectant.

"Yes, I figured it out back in the Shadow Nation that it was time for the entire populace to know that I existed. I can no longer hide behind you like a shadow. I want our love to be blessed by everyone! Looking directly into the girl's eyes, I exhaled the deep feelings in my heart.

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“…… You're still the same as before, always like to mess around, and you don't do things in a way at all. Bowing her head slightly, the girl's soft voice seemed to complain.

"Probably, but this can't be changed at all." The free hand grabbed the back of my head, and I said with a little embarrassment.

"I don't need to change it, because I don't hate ...... at all"

With a slight crimson and a sweet smile on her beautiful face, she grabbed my hand and stepped on the horse's feet, and the girl mounted on the horse's back, her slender arms wrapped around my waist from behind.