Higashino Kanade got to his feet and led Arthur to a corner, where he asked in a low voice.
"What is it?"
"Can you tell me..."
"Oh, that question. It's not really a secret. I'll tell you..."
After a brief discussion, Arthur placed a hand over his chest and gave Higashino Kanade a respectful bow.
"Thank you. I think I understand what I should do next."
Arthur put on his hood, then pushed open the door and left the manor, setting off alone on his journey.
"Master, what did you say to that fake Father King?"
Mordred moved closer to Higashino Kanade and watched Arthur leave.
"Nothing much. Just some questions your Father King once asked."
"Questions Father King asked?"
Mordred's interest was piqued. Just as she was about to press further, Higashino Kanade patted her head. "Have you decided what wish you should make? I'm going to rest for a while. Tonight, everyone can make their wishes!"
Higashino Kanade yawned. He had fought from last night until now without sleeping. Now that he was full and satisfied, drowsiness washed over him, and his eyelids felt especially heavy.
After telling Kohaku to take good care of the guests, Higashino Kanade took a bath, entered the bedroom, and lay down on the bed. The moment he closed his eyes, he fell asleep.
Not long afterward, the bedroom door was quietly pushed open. Arcueid, wrapped in a bathrobe and still dripping wet, walked in with a stretch. Her lovely figure looked especially enticing beneath the robe.
Skillfully slipping under the covers, Arcueid grabbed one of Higashino Kanade's arms and wrapped it around her waist. She gently leaned into his embrace, closed her eyes, and began to rest.
As if sensing an extra softness in his arms, the sleeping Higashino Kanade shifted his