Chapter 224

Last time, because of her misjudgment, Shirou ended up in the hospital. We'll have to be careful this time.

It's not a pleasant thing to cause someone else to get hurt because of your own mistake.

"It's really nothing... We've managed to defend against it, don't worry."

Shirou said with a hint of helplessness.

"Hmm... alright, you can go with Little Rabbit and the others later. You all seem to know each other. Wasn't the hospital you went to on that island last time? Remember to get a check-up afterwards. I and Bratty Dragon want to see your medical report on our desks, understand?"

After a moment's thought, Swire Shirou mission, but it was to work with the Rhodes Island team instead of the Knights of the Round Table.

"Knew."

Seeing Swire hesitate for a long time before reluctantly assigning him a task, Shirou couldn't help but want to laugh.

However, you mustn't laugh out loud at this moment, or your eardrums might burst.

The fact that Shirou knew kumquat tea was effective for his throat was mainly thanks to Chen and Swire.

This shows that the Knights of the Round Table is a profession that takes a lot of strain on the voice.

"Then go quickly, remember that health is the most important thing, don't ruin your health."

Seeing Shirou's face, which seemed to want to laugh but didn't, Swire got angry. If there weren't people waiting for her to assign tasks, she would definitely have shown Shirou how Swire she was.

Despite her anger, Swire kindly reminded Shirou.

Hoshiguma has already mentioned this, telling her and Bratty Dragon to pay more attention to this aspect.

Strictly speaking, it seems that she was the one who noticed this first. As a result, she only saw the side of Shirou that would protect others, but forgot that it was Shirou using his own body as a shield.

This is where she failed in her duty.

"Ah? Okay, I understand."

Shirou, somewhat puzzled by Swire's words, paused for a moment before obediently nodding to indicate that he understood.

After being dismissed again, Shirou arrived at Rhodes Island's team with a new communicator.

"Shirou will be working with us this time. I just discussed it with Chen. They will be attacking from below, while we will provide support from above. So, we need to get directly above the location where the prisoners are operating."

As Shirou walked into the group, Amiya briefly explained their upcoming actions.

As for how to find the top... that's not a big problem. I doubt even those people expected that the crossbowmen would survive the explosion after the mission failed.

That's why they explained all the details, even specifying which street the transaction took place on.

"I'm Scout, the sniper from just now."

After Amiya finished speaking, Scout, who was carrying a large sniper rifle, introduced himself.

"Nice to meet you."

Shirou extended his hand and gave the other person a brief handshake.

The two had indeed never met in close proximity, but Shirou had actually seen Ace the first time Ace gestured to him.

The other person seemed a bit off at the time; if Ace hadn't gestured in that direction, perhaps he wouldn't have noticed.

"Hmm... it really does look very different from up close. Shirou, do you know how to use a gun?"

Scout looked at Shirou for a moment, thought for a moment, and then asked.

This question also attracted the attention of the Rhodes Island members who were nearby. Everyone knew that Shirou could use both swords and bows, and if he also had a gun, it would be quite terrifying.

"A gun? Hmm... Strictly speaking, I don't know how to use a gun. I can't trigger the Originium Arts device."

After thinking about Scout's question for a moment, Shirou replied.

He certainly wouldn't use the gun-shaped staff here, since he couldn't trigger the Originium Arts on it to fire it.

But if it's a firearm as he understands it... he had some contact with it during the time he was running around with Kiritsugu.

But how should I put it... there isn't a corresponding combat method among the commonly used tactics. If we were to actually use a gun, we would be at a loss, so it's better not to use it.

And speaking of this...

He can't let Exusiai know that he can Projection this thing, otherwise he'll definitely be clinging to her leg again.

I couldn't hold on any longer after three days of taking leave on January 29th.

As everyone knows, I got diarrhea because I drank beverages in large quantities.

I'm in poor mental condition and haven't been sleeping well.

I just set my alarm, covered myself with a blanket, and dozed off in my chair. When I woke up, it was already 4:30, and I only had 1,000 words left! wryyyyyyyyyy!

Then I got up not because I was cold, but because my stomach was churning again!

I probably won't be able to pay today's dues, so I'm out of luck with the perfect attendance bonus (deadpan look).

After my final date with Mr. Toilet, I need to figure out how to get back to a relationship where we meet once a day. Otherwise, I'll just become completely drained.

The most desperate thing was that I was sleeping in a chair covered with a blanket, and my hands and feet were ice cold. Then my posture was crooked, and my back flared up again.

That..

I heard the first month of 2023 is almost over. Can I just hold on for another eleven months? Waaah...

Also, although it's the 30th now, the update was on the 29th, so there will still be an update on the 30th.

Here's a last picture... I saw it by accident.

It seems to be a series of Fate/X Ark fanfiction, so I'll just post a picture of Shirou (that was the only Shirou I had saved back then).

209 Gun

With more people, we no longer have to worry about being attacked when we move around.

With a dedicated person operating a drone to scout ahead, the journey now feels more like a leisurely stroll compared to the anxiety we had just endured.

...At least the atmosphere right now looks like we're taking a walk.

"Are you really not considering learning to use a gun? I recommend a sniper rifle!"

Ever since Shirou said he couldn't use a gun, Scout has been constantly introducing the wonders of guns, especially sniper rifles.

It has a long attack range and doesn't require rapid-fire; all you need is systematic training and excellent eyesight.

If Scout, who was just in the battle, gave the impression of a steady and reliable support sniper, now the opponent is the Exusiai's hands.

He talks very fast and noisily.

What Scout is saying to Shirou right now is probably like Exusiai unleashing her full power with her Guardian Gun against a heavily armored tank wielding a shield.

You can hit it, but it doesn't do much damage.

My feelings are similar to Shirou's right now.

I can hear it, but I'm not very interested.

Under the same conditions, it's better to use a bow! It's convenient, easy to use, and comes with corresponding tactics.

Can a sniper rifle hit a target three kilometers away? Is it even possible?

Ahem... Sorry, I caught Lappland's way of speaking.

"I haven't considered it yet... I have absolutely no way to trigger Originium Arts."

Shirou gave a tactful look and declined Scout's offer.

He knew exactly how to refuse this kind of salesperson.

"Oh, I see. That's a real shame."

Scout only calmed down after Shirou repeatedly emphasized that he couldn't trigger Originium Arts.

Mainly, it was the piercing gazes from Amiya and Rosemary beside him, and the pain in his shoulder from Ace and Blaze's hands pressing on it.

Although his performance just now was a bit exaggerated, isn't it perfectly normal to want to recruit a promising talent as a sniper?

What he needs a sniper scope to see, Shirou can see with the naked eye. This is practically human telescope level; it would be a waste not to recommend that the opponent take a gun!

Besides, having a gun is great! With a gun, you don't have to charge into battle! Look at how recklessly the enemy was acting just now; wouldn't they be much safer with a gun!?

So please let go of each other's hands! It hurts!

"Sorry, he recommends that any talented person he sees use a gun."

Ace, who had been watching from the sidelines indefinitely, released his grip after confirming that Scout had given up his recommendation and explained to Shirou.

"But this also shows that he thinks highly of you. How about coming with us to Rhodes Island for a check-up after this mission? The ship's medical examination system is very comprehensive."

Huang, who was standing to the side, chimed in.

"... I remember when we first started working together, the people from the Knights of the Round Table seemed to have mentioned that Shirou's archery skills were incredibly good? The kind that could accurately shoot from a kilometer away."

Listening to their conversation, FrostNova quietly asked Rhine Lab International was standing next to her.

If she remembered correctly, among the gossip she gleaned from the Knights of the Round Table personnel, Shirou's was particularly fresh and numerous, so she had a rather vivid impression of him.

For example, he cooks very well. The three members of the Knights of the Round Table each have a bento box every day at noon, and Shirou sometimes prepares a bento box full of side dishes to share with everyone.

Or perhaps it was Shirou who single-handedly boosted the entire Sniper Team's performance, along with his own almost frighteningly impressive sniping record.

So it seems Shirou is actually quite powerful?

"It seems there is such a thing."

Hearing FrostNova's words, Rhine Lab International realized that he seemed to have heard these rumors from the Knights of the Round Table.

However, it was just a rumor after all, and they had never actually seen it.

Precise sniping with a sniper rifle is understandable, but a longbow seems a bit over the top, doesn't it?

As a member of Rhine Lab International, an organization that popularized small firearms, Rhine Lab International has a relatively good understanding of firearms.

She knew about Shirou's swordsmanship skills, after all, she had witnessed them with her own eyes.

However, she hadn't seen the other person use a bow, so she couldn't comment on that.

"Oh dear, what would happen if I told Amiya and the others about this?"

FrostNova, the funny one, is now eagerly anticipating seeing Scout's embarrassed expression.

He was then stopped by Rhine Lab International with his elbow.

Jessica and Voucher, standing to the side, were already quite used to their two seniors acting this way.

Meanwhile, after receiving Hoshiguma's invitation, Shirou only responded tactfully:

"We'll talk about it another time..."

If I remember correctly, Rhodes Island's main ship seems to be quite a distance from Lungmen. If he goes there and comes back, the dormitory will probably be a junkyard.

Shirou did not doubt the self-care abilities of the students in the dormitory, but after several months of care, their self-care abilities seemed to have declined significantly.

Shirou wanted to specifically mention two people whose numbers had almost dropped to negative levels, but not mentioning their names was already a final act of respect for them.

"Hmm... I hope you can come and take a look if there's a chance, Shirou."

Amiya, who was standing nearby, said after listening to their conversation.

"Since you've put it that way, Amiya... I'll ask everyone at Penguin Logistics."

Compared to the carefree Huang, Amiya's words carried more weight.

Based on Huang's current behavior, Shirou has already been classified as a problem child.

In contrast, Amiya seems to have become much more mature in her speech and manner because she has the responsibilities of a squad leader and the leader of Rhodes Island.

However, he did not immediately agree to the other party's request, but said that he would go back and talk to other people.

If no one wants to go, then we'll have to find a way to refuse.

After all, it's not a big deal. The physical examination can be done by Penguin Logistics or the Rhodes Island office in Lungmen. There's no need to go all the way from Lungmen to do it.

Besides, Rhodes Island is just a ship; it probably doesn't have that many medical facilities on board, right?

No... it's not entirely true. The medical facilities at the office look quite advanced. According to Minmin, the facilities here are only a small fraction of those on the Rhodes Island main ship.