“…… Indeed, it is like what Artoria would say. I couldn't help but nod.

To be honest, my subordinates were stunned. All along, the Saxons roamed the land of Britain, and the people hated them to the core. The knights even regarded it as their duty to kill the Saxons. But who would have thought that our king would claim the innocence of those brutal invaders and even show sympathy for them?! Lancelot sighed.

"My king seems to have seen the mood of his subordinates. She sighed and said, 'My friend, the Saxons did not intend to cause war, their land was too barren to produce enough food to feed such a large number of people in any way. Ostensibly these soldiers had come to plunder food and water, but upon closer examination, I found that they were powerless civilians of the Saxon tribe, and that they were sent to death in order to reduce the burden of food on their tribe. ”

Hearing this, I also fell silent.

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"It's the war that drives people crazy. The soldiers, who knew that there was no return, simply indulged themselves in British land. My king said that if possible, she really wanted to take in these desperate Saxons. However, the present situation in Britain did not allow her to do so, and the knights would never agree. Therefore, she can only keep repeating the killing, exchanging the blood of these innocent soldiers for the unity of the people of Camelot. ”

"I see." I have mixed feelings.

I recall that, having thwarted Morgan's plot to invade, Artoria immediately came to the aid of the Saxon vanguard, inviting them to live in Camelot, promising to grant them British citizenship.

And then, she did.

I thought it was a temporary need to expand Britain's strength, but now I understand that it was Artoria's idea a long time ago.

Regardless of race, regardless of identity, helping the weak is her truest idea.

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Just as his subordinates hesitated, not knowing what to say, our king laughed first. Our king reassured his subordinates not to take to heart what she had just said, but to remember that the sacrifice that had been made was meaningful, and to unite Britain as never before. At that moment, the smile of my king without confusion is still fresh in the memory of his subordinates. ”

"Lord Emiya, if you ask your subordinates if they feel sad to become knights, they will definitely answer yes. Over the years, countless enemies have lost their lives at the hands of their subordinates, and it is really sad to think about. But each time, his subordinates would take to heart the words of our king, and regard the lives they had taken as a sacrifice necessary to maintain Camelot's prosperity. ”

“…… For becoming a knight, his subordinates have never regretted it. For it is something that every British man needs, that brings light and hope to all the people. Therefore, even if you let your subordinates go back to the original choice again, your subordinates will still become knights and make themselves my king's sword. No matter how painful it is, his subordinates will follow the path they firmly believe in! ”

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The knight's resolute tone unreservedly expressed his determination.

Lancelot...... Are you devotioning too much? "In any case, the prosperity of Camelot cannot be achieved by Artoria and many knights, including you, but by the participation and joint efforts of every citizen." ”

"Lord Emiya, my subordinates understand what you mean. Moreover, this is the fundamental reason why your subordinates recognize that you are with our king and are willing to send you at your disposal. Lancelot said suddenly, "In you, my subordinates have seen ideas that no one at the round table has proposed in the past ten years. Perhaps your appearance can make Camelot have a new change and reach unprecedented heights. ”

"No, no, how can I be that good?" Surprised, I hurriedly waved my hand, "Because I don't have the identity and experience of a knight, I always talk nonsense, and it would be good if I didn't hold you back." Lancelot, you're the real hero. ”

"Lord Emiya, you're too modest. Your subordinates can guarantee with their own honor, and one day your deeds will be looked up to by your subordinates, and then only my king will be able to match you. Lancelot, however, looked unchanged, as if he was extremely convinced.

"Then, I'll borrow your good words." When it comes to this, I can only pretend to be stupid and agree.

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After that, Lancelot and I continued to fight until dinner time came.

In the process of absorbing the dragon factor, Artoria's body will continue to absorb a lot of magical power, so there is no need to eat and drink, and she is still not seen at the table.

It's inevitable to be lonely, and everyone must know this, and they are always laughing and laughing during meals, exchanging interesting stories from the past with me.

It also puts me in a slightly better mood.

With everyone's company, after all, I can barely endure a difficult period of longing.

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After eating and saying goodbye to everyone, I plan to go back to my room.

"That...... Shirou, do you have something to do at night? A faint voice rang in my ears.

"Ios? I didn't have any other plans, I was going to go back to sleep. Also, are you alright......? ”

I can't help but worry, Ios is in a mess at the moment.

The gorgeous magic robe was covered with dust, and the long, usually meticulously combed hair was scattered, with scorch marks everywhere, and his face was also bitter.

Speaking of which, Ios had unusually not spoken much at the dinner table before, and he didn't open his mouth to ask no matter how he asked. It's just that because there is Kai's big horn and he is still working as usual, everyone has the right to think that he is in a bad mood and doesn't care much.

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"Yes, great!" Gritting his teeth hard, Ios' voice almost squeezed out between his teeth, "Stay under Skaha a little longer, and I'll go to heaven, and I won't feel pain anymore!" ”

“…… You must be dishonest and sneaky and petty moves. I couldn't help but laugh dumbly, "Otherwise, even if it's a Skaha senior, he won't fix you for no reason." ”

"Where is the ......! What did Skahafi say, my body was too weak and asked me to do physical training! I'm wondering, what's the use of a magician exercising muscles......" Finally found someone to talk to, Ios couldn't stop at all as soon as he opened the box, and he couldn't stop complaining, "And she actually supervised me personally, and once I couldn't complete the required actions within the specified time, she would let me compete with her in fire magic!" Who would have thought that the queen of the Shadow Country would be so omnipotent, and even the research of magic was at the peak, and the fire magic that I was best at couldn't fight against her at all, and I was burned hard every time......"

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"Okay, okay, you're suffering, but I can't help it......" I struggled to hold back a smile, and I showed a look of sympathy.

"Whoever said that, Skaha promised me that he could spare me at night, on the condition that I must teach you the knowledge and manners of this age during this time every night." Ios looked at me pitifully, "Shirou, you're going to help me, aren't you?" ”