Chapter 123

The Knights of the Round Table and the Fire Department were 70% confident they could rescue the hostages. Just as they were formulating a rescue plan, Shirou arrived at the top floor.

Through the undamaged drone, it can be seen that the other party used Originium Arts to attack the suspect who was escaping using a jetpack, even amidst the smoke.

A multiple-choice question with only two options has been turned into a multi-choice question where you have to choose both.

In addition, he jumped off the high-rise building with two hostages.

All of this happened within those short twenty minutes.

This does not include the time the other party spent traveling.

"What are you standing there for, you Bratty Dragon?"

After confirming that no one was inside the fire, Swire organized a team to deal with the suspect who had exploded in mid-air.

Although it's very likely you won't find anything, there's still a chance to search.

After dealing with the aftermath, Swire finally relaxed.

Upon seeing that familiar figure in the crowd, Swire immediately went over to her.

Seeing Chen's blank expression, Swire greeted him.

"Nothing, I was just thinking about other things."

Rubbing his temples, Chen felt he had seen a lot of strange things today.

"You mean the guy who just rushed into the fire? It feels like there are a lot of people doing heroic deeds in Lungmen lately, right? Shirou always does dangerous things too."

Based on the direction Chen had just been looking, Swire immediately understood what Chen was thinking.

"..."

Upon hearing Swire's words, Chen remained silent for a moment.

After all, Swire was referring to the same person, and she was wondering whether or not to reveal this information.

But then I thought about it and realized that Shirou seems to be investigating things in disguise, so I decided it's best not to say anything.

Anyway, it's just a Chashu Cat.

"What's wrong? Did I say something wrong?"

Seeing that Chen remained silent, Swire asked in confusion.

"No, you're right. There have been quite a few people in Lungmen who have done good deeds recently."

Chen nodded and said.

"You've changed your attitude today?"

Swire felt that something was off about the current Bratty Dragon; normally they should be fighting by now, right?

Why are you being so agreeable today?

And why would someone have the feeling that something they like is being coveted by another person?

Why is that?

"Tsk tsk, it seems I need to raise my opinion of you a bit more."

Shirou turned into the alley, removed his dust-covered coat and mask, and walked out like an ordinary person before finally letting out a sigh of relief.

As Shirou breathed a sigh of relief, he heard that Isv's evaluation of him seemed to have become even higher.

"No... I'm completely exhausted right now, please call me a car."

At this moment, Shirou felt as if his entire body was about to fall apart.

She can barely lift her arms, and can only drag herself when walking.

Excessive exercise and the use of magic left him feeling somewhat dazed and confused.

His voice was weak and listless, just like an office worker who had just finished working overtime for several days in a row.

"I told you not to push yourself, and look what happened!"

Although there was no visual, Isv could roughly guess the other's condition from Shirou's weak tone.

Those who don't heed the advice of their elders will suffer the consequences!

"I didn't think that much about it at the time..."

Shirou found a platform to sit on and rubbed his legs.

A light press feels incredibly satisfying.

"Didn't think that much about it? I think you didn't even consider that possibility."

Is still remembering that Isv hadn't listened to what she had just Shirou.

"... I still have some thoughts about it."

After thinking for a moment, Shirou retorted.

"Oh."

Isv scoffed at Shirou's statement.

He didn't believe that.

Shirou essentially took the lives of everyone inside the fire upon himself, and even when the fire department arrived, he had no intention of letting go.

He didn't dislike this act of saving people, but Shirou seemed to be used to overworking himself like this.

They overdraw their energy in normal times, and they overdraw their energy again in times of crisis.

He kept pushing himself until he was completely exhausted, and then he was gone too.

"If this happens again, I'll expose everything about you to Texas."

After thinking about it, Isv and the others to Shirou Texas be the most effective method.

For someone like Shirou, the only way to pressure him is probably by using someone he cares about.

"... I will be more careful from now on."

Faced with Isv's verbal threats, Shirou gave in.

It's still a bit awkward when people who know you well find out about these things.

It's probably like how he always talked about becoming Hero of Justice when he was a child, and how Sister Fujie talked about it with others when she grew up.

"I hope so. Do you need me to call a car to pick you up?"

Shirou's tone was much more sincere this time, so Shirou Isv really taken his words to heart.

"No, I can go back by myself."

After resting for a moment, Shirou stood up.

Although my legs still feel a bit unresponsive, I can still walk overall.

At this moment, Shirou only wanted to go back and lie down on the bed to rest.

130 We need to have a good talk.

Dragging his weary body, Shirou felt for the first time how far the road back to his dormitory was.

With Isv constantly nagging in his ear, he felt even more exhausted.

The other party even threatened him that if he didn't obey, they would tell others.

Where did this childish threatening style come from?

Although naive, it was effective; Shirou was indeed afraid.

However, verbal promises and actual actions should be considered separately; this is a spirit I learned from everyone at Penguin Logistics!

What should have been a journey of less than half an hour took Shirou almost an hour this time.

"Finally... we've arrived..."

Looking at the familiar gate before him, Shirou's heart was filled with emotion at this moment.

"Oh my god, this one-hour journey has been so arduous. I actually talked to myself for an hour."

Upon hearing that Shirou had finally arrived at the dormitory entrance, Isv clapped his hands and spoke in a completely emotionless tone.

God knows what he went through in that hour. If someone hadn't said they didn't need a car, and if he hadn't been worried about seeing someone from Penguin Logistics lying dead on the roadside on the news tomorrow, he wouldn't have kept the call going.

If Shirou were willing to chat with him, that would be fine, but the other party basically doesn't respond.

That's so boring.

I should have just called a car and put the person in there.

"Ah... yes."

Shirou, who had reached the door, straightened up slightly and responded to Isv's words.

"Hurry up and go inside, then get a good rest tomorrow, otherwise you know what will happen, understand?"

Isv now wishing he could just go straight over and take Shirou inside, and at the same time cover him with a blanket.

That way he can go home after get off work.

Ugh, his damn sense of responsibility!

"I have to go check on the store tomorrow."

"I am saying this as I look for the key," Shirou said.

"... It's a miracle you haven't died from overwork. So get some rest tonight. Even if you really want to work, I won't go. Tomorrow's a day off, I'm definitely taking it!"

After marveling at Shirou's tireless dedication, Isv gave in.

However, he must take a day off for the evening investigation. If this kind of work schedule, with work every day from morning till night, continues, he'll be buried.

"Okay, okay, I know. I can't help it even if I want to investigate."

Hearing Isv's somewhat gritted teeth tone made Shirou feel a little better.

There's no particular reason; I just feel good seeing someone who keeps hurting you in a state of impotent rage.

As he finished speaking, Shirou pushed open the door.

He was greeted not by an empty and dark living room.

Instead, it was a living room with the lights on and even the sound of a television playing.

Seeing that the lights were still on, Shirou remained calm.

Shirou remained calm despite hearing noises coming from the living room.

Seeing the halo, the horns, and those Lupo ears, Shirou knew he was doomed.

Shirou silently took a step back, then tried to close the door.

"Yo yo yo, isn't this Mr. Shirou who should be sleeping in his room?"

A hand suddenly reached out and pressed down on the door.

Then a horn emerged.

Finally, Croissant appeared with a pair of eyes full of greeting.

"Wow, you're up really early today!"

Immediately afterwards, a hand grabbed Shirou's arm.

Then a halo illuminated Shirou's eyes.

Finally, Exusiai looked at Shirou with a benevolent expression.

Texas was standing behind the two of them, holding a cell phone in her hand. The phone screen was empty, as if she was on a video call.

"Yi..."

Faced with this situation, Shirou decided to seek help from outside support.

"You're home now, right? I'm going to bed now! Goodnight and see you later!"

Seeing such a grand production, Isv felt completely energized.