wontdieifkilled | Thirty-First Projection

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Thirty-First Projection

[Video; Filtered to Saber]

Hey, Saber, where are you? I got back to Goldenrod City a few hours ago, but you weren't at the breeding center. Are you still in the city?

[Video; Filtered from Saber]

Can I ask a favor of somebody? I know it's not even Valentine's Day yet, but I'd like to ask if I can borrow someone's kitchen for making White Day chocolate. One of the people who I think is making chocolate for me has a really big appetite, so I'm going to need a head start. I'm in Goldenrod City, so it has to be someone who's there.

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--Wait, what? Why'd you do that?

[ Because he deserved it. ]

He was being honest with me.

...It'd still have to be something really severe for you to lose your temper and hit him.

[Unless he denied her food -- but Lancer can't cook.]

He told me my beloved was gone.

Wait, you punched him for that? Or was he totally tactless?

[Like, "You just saved yourself an eight-mile round-tripper."]

...Wait. Wait wait. "Beloved?"

No, he had been in the right. [ Believe it or not, Saber was in the wrong in this situation, Shirou. His lil Servant is all grown up, punching people and getting tossed into piles of snow... ] Yes, my beloved. I did not stutter.

So. Wait. You and Merlin were...uh.

Seeing each other?

[Yes, he is fixated on that.]

[ Her Master's reaction is interesting. So much that it brings a confident smirk to her own face. ]

Yes. Merlin and I are in love.

When, uh. When did this happen?

A few months ago. I would take him as my que--[ Saber cuts herself short when she realizes what she was about to say, her cheeks flushed. ]--I mean, we could have been betrothed and I would have not minded it one bit!

Then...then how did I not know about this? I mean, i-if you were that close...

[He doesn't sound angry or accusatory. Just flustered.]

You never inquired about it.

[ The whole traveling and not being around often part doesn't need to be said either. ]

I...I guess that's fair.

[Okay, that's enough. This is probably just hurting her.]

Do you want me to ride out to meet you?

I will ride with Lancer to return soon enough, Shirou. There is no need for you to go to such lengths to meet up with us. [ Unless he wants to. She can hardly deny him of anything that's not stupid. ] It should not take us too long. I have someone waiting for me in Goldenrod City after all.

You do? Besides me, you mean?

Yes, a young girl by the name of Xion. I have grown rather fond of her and she requests my aid. Ah.. I will even have to pick up on Merlin's duties as well. With the masquerade coming up..

[ She trails off as she loses herself in thought. ]

Saber, let me help. I can help with the masquerade.

No. You ought to be able to enjoy the festivities without having to concern yourself with work.

... You do plan to attend, do you not?

Of course. But Saber, I want to help. It's times like this that friends need to be there for each other.

Times like what?

[ Sorry, did she say she was suffering out loud? Nope? Then guess who's going to cover it right up. ]

Saber, you're upset. It's totally understandable, so you're upset.

Besides, don't forget...I've been through this.

I am not. Merlin would never intentionally upset me, so why would I allow something out of his control to do so? He would be rather disappointed in me if I were to falter under such circumstances.

[ Even if he's returned to his death, she can't help but know that feeling all too well. The two were on borrowed time, both long deceased if they were to return home. ]

Yes, but she is waiting for you to return home.

That doesn't mean it doesn't hurt. Intent isn't everything. Saber, if you need to let it out, just do so. It's healthier than bottling it up.

And how long is that going to take? I'm stuck here until the weather cooperates, and even if I get the next two badges, then what? The Elite Four aren't accepting challenges yet. I have no idea how long I'm going to be stuck here.

[ Well, he's asking for it. For a moment, her expression falters. Enough that she recognizes that and quickly places the PokeGear face down into her lap so that he can't see her face. ]

The point I am trying to make is at least the two of you will be together once more. Merlin and I.. we never will again, Shirou. We are both dead. We are both from different Camelots. Our paths shall never cross again. If you wish for me to focus on this fact instead of doing what is right, then very well.

...Ah. I. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to rub that in.

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