Ever since his arrival, Arthur had believed Higashino Kanade was the one most likely to become a Beast. To protect this world and all humanity, Arthur had fought Higashino Kanade with everything he had, even if it meant sacrificing himself.
"Saber, let's go back."
Stepping over the castle ruins, Lorelei approached in tattered clothes, bearing several light injuries. Behind her, Chiron supported the badly wounded Naruto, his face filled with admiration as he looked at her.
Darnic had urgently summoned back two Servants. Naruto had been held up by Fujino's team, while Chiron had stopped Lorelei.
"I never expected someone this strong to exist in the modern age. If she weren't an enemy, I'd have wanted to take her as my disciple," Chiron said with a sigh as he evaluated Lorelei.
"Forgive me, Master. I failed to live up to your expectations and even allowed you to be injured. As a knight, I am deeply ashamed."
Arthur placed one hand over his chest and bowed to Lorelei, his face full of guilt.
"There's no time for apologies, Saber. My people just informed me that the American military has assembled a fleet and is heading for Romania. I have a mountain of work to deal with, so let's call it a night."
Lorelei did not stop as she passed Arthur. She hurried away, looking as though she had a headache.
As a Lord of the Clock Tower and leader of the Department of Law and Politics, Bartholomello Lorelei had to be the first to shoulder the burden after causing such a huge commotion tonight. As the leading figure of the magecraft world, she had to conceal the Mystery and prolong magecraft's existence.
Working during the day and fighting at night, Lorelei's life was just that fulfilling. Higashino Kanade seemed to see