My mother's love song

Rhode didn't care at all and continued to brag to everyone, "Of course, I noticed that Lao Zheng was different from the beginning."

"Oh, really?"

The silver-haired handsome boy Archer showed a teasing expression: "Ruler, how did you know that? Did you cheat with class skills?"

"How is that possible! There is an aura of a warrior in every move of Old Zheng. It is obvious that he has martial arts skills, but I can't hide it from him.

Moreover, he has the majesty of a general who stands above everyone else."

Rhode glanced at Archer and said, "Well, you are the same in this respect, Archer."

“…Hahahahahaha! As expected of Ruler…Is that so? I see. This is really interesting!”

Zheng Chenggong's heroic laughter echoed throughout the mansion.

"You actually said something like Archer and I are the same kind of people. Even if it's a compliment, it's too sweet to hear! This is such an honor! Haha!"

"..."

Yui Masayuki frowned slightly.

This man was too open-minded and unrestrained, the type that she, a robot with a weak sense of emotion, was least capable of dealing with.

On the other hand, the style of the archers is completely different from that of Koxinga.

A subtle smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he poured wine into the glass handed to him by Rhodes.

Archer is a heroic spirit that wields fire, but he gives off a gentle and calm feeling like water. This is why he and the heroic Zheng Chenggong seem to have a good affinity.

"Archer and I were drinking...you two don't have to pay any attention to me, just keep talking."

Rhodes pulled Archer aside and turned to give instructions to Zheng Chenggong and Yui Masayuki.

The android girl couldn't help but frown: This guy... can he really be a good judge of the Full Moon Ceremony?

After all, what is Ruler supposed to do? Drink, chat, and joke with the Heroic Spirits?

Zheng Chenggong restrained his smile and spoke in a slightly serious tone: "Okay, let's get back to the topic.

Let me explain the situation and why I invited you to my house.

In short, it is to propose cooperation to you.

Of course, this is only a temporary partnership, after all, only one person can get the full moon."

Is that really the case?

On the way here, Zhengxue vaguely realized that Archer's Master wanted to invite her to form an alliance.

"Don't worry about my feelings! This has nothing to do with me, dear Zhengxue!"

Rod shouted to her to remind her of his neutral position.

"..."

Yui Masayuki's cheeks were burning, and he cursed the boy in his heart: You're so long-winded! I understand even if you don't say it!

Besides, I don’t care about your feelings at all!

Zheng Chenggong looked at the silent and embarrassed girl, and then said: "Having said that, I know that I can't gain your trust immediately.

The essence of the Waxing Moon Ceremony is seven people and seven horses fighting each other. How effective can cooperation be?

But my proposal this time makes sense to both you and me, at least I think so.

By the way, words are not enough, in order to show sincerity

If you accept my invitation, I will reveal the real name of my Servant on the spot... Is that ok, Archer?"

Archer nodded: "Of course, I respect your opinion."

You Jing Zhengxue was shocked when he heard Zheng Chenggong's proposal.

It goes without saying how important a true name is to a heroic spirit.

This is related to the performance information of the Heroic Spirit, as well as the possible exposure of its weaknesses.

The real name can be said to be the most important factor in determining the life or death of Ying Yue Zhi Yi.

Even if Yui Masayuki's Rider is the unrivaled and strongest samurai Minamoto no Raikou, if his real name is known he will definitely be targeted and may be easily defeated.

"Are you serious?"

"Of course, I'm being honest. This is what we have to do to be honest and open."

This was not Zheng Chenggong's answer, but what Archer said.

"........."

Yui Masayuki felt a deep bond from the interaction between Zheng Chenggong and Archer, something she never had with Rider.

"Guo Xingye, what is your purpose in cooperating with us?"

"Down with the snake."

Zheng Chenggong explained: "The Assassin who appeared in the waxing moon ceremony is a heroic spirit that controls the evil snake.

He is very skilled and cannot be defeated by our own strength, so we are looking for help."

Assassin, he is the master of the demon snakes that attacked Rod and Black Jeanne near Edo tonight.

Zheng Chenggong's group was also attacked by the snake monsters sent by Assassin.

"Your Archer is also a very capable fighter. Could it be that even that rain of fire couldn't defeat him?"

After she finished speaking, she stared at Zheng Chenggong.

"It's a pity, but that's exactly what happened! He is an opponent that cannot be dealt with by common sense."

Zheng Chenggong made no secret of this; this was always his character.

"Not only is the snake demon's poison very troublesome, the assassin himself is also elusive, appearing alone in various places in Edo to summon the snake army."

After Archer added, Zheng Chenggong said.

“We fought him head-on, and although we managed to escape, it was a narrow escape.

I had no idea of ​​his presence until his blade was about to touch my neck."

Although Zheng Chenggong was an extremely outstanding warrior, as a mortal, he could never be compared with a heroic spirit.

"Assassin's [Breath Block]? He is indeed a very tough opponent."

"That's why I proposed to fight together. Whether it's to defeat him or to find out his true identity.

Or if we need to find the whereabouts of its Master, it would be a heavy burden for Archer and I alone."

"I roughly understand the situation, but why did you come to us?"

As she said this, Yui Masayuki secretly glanced at Rod, who was drinking with his back to her.

This guy...could he have leaked Rider's real name?

Her concerns are not without reason.

Rider is Minamoto no Raikou, a mysterious killer from the Heian period who beheaded the great kana Shuten-doji. There is no one better than him at anti-snake attack.

"Oh, the reason for choosing you is actually very simple."

Zheng Chenggong also noticed Zheng Xue's resentful gaze towards Rhodes, and he answered without any hesitation.

"It's not that Ruler said anything to me, but I felt something from you.

Yui Masayuki, I think you are a loyal man who cares about the country, that's all."

"..."

At this time, Yu Jing Zhengxue thought so in his heart.

Although I don't get along with this person, his ability to "convince and lead others" is obviously far superior to mine.

……

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after that.

Jing Zhengxue explained his ideas to Rider, and after a brief exchange, they accepted Zheng Chenggong's invitation to form an alliance.

"Alright! Let's go to a banquet to celebrate the formation of the alliance! Old Zheng, why don't you take out your most expensive wine to treat me!"

Rhodes rushed towards Yui Masayuki excitedly, but the girl dodged him in advance and he fell into the bushes beside him.

"Let's put the eating aside for now. Compared to this..."

The girl stared at Archer as she spoke, wanting to say something but stopping herself.

The beautiful young archer understood and said, "You mean to tell me my real name as agreed, right?"

"Yes."

Yui Masayuki nodded meticulously.

"Mr. Zheng Xue is too rigid, it would be the same if you waited until after the dinner table to reveal your real name.

In the countries where Lao Zheng and Archer come from, important topics are resolved over the wine table.

Come on, let's go to the feast!"

Rhodes hugged the girl's waist from behind like a snake, but Yui Masayuki ignored him with a blushing face.

"It's okay, I'll just give my real name."

Archer clasped his fists and said, "My real name is Zhou Gongjin, and I am a minister of the Sun family. Please don't tell anyone about it, okay?"

“Zhou Gongjin…!”

The girl opened her mouth in surprise: "So it's Sun Wu's military advisor, Zhou Yu!?"

"How's it going? Isn't it awesome?"

"You're not the one who's awesome."

The girl glared at Rhodes, who seemed complacent for some reason.

You Jing Zhengxue is a military strategist who regards Zhang Zifang and Zhuge Kongming as his learning targets. Of course, he is also familiar with Zhou Yu's name and deeds.

In fact, even without considering her identity as a researcher of the history of military strategy, the Romance of the Three Kingdoms was already a household name in Japan during the Edo period.

"Then... could the huge ship flying in the sky be Sun Wu's tower ship?"

"That is one of Archer's Noble Phantasms."

Zheng Chenggong said bluntly: "This is all I can reveal."

He then patted his thigh and stood up.

"I've been watching Ruler and Archer drinking by themselves for a while now, and my throat is so dry that I can't stand it anymore!

Good! Let’s hold a celebration banquet tonight to celebrate our alliance! Haha! The wine tonight will surely be delicious!”

"Oh!"

Before Yui Masayuki could decline and say goodbye, Rhodes forcibly grabbed her hand and walked towards the banquet hall in the mansion.

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The night is deep and the bright moon disappears into the depths of the clouds.

In the dim street, two young men walked side by side on their way home.

Unlike Saber who walked briskly, Miyamoto Iori's steps were heavy and his face was quite depressed.

Ever since he was involved in the Waxing Moon Ceremony, his life, which used to depend on his sister, has changed dramatically.

The great heroes of the past and present, from the East and the West, gathered in Edo Castle, and the war that unfolded for the universal wish-granting machine had never been real to him.

The armored warrior wielding lightning and having superb martial arts, the immortal giant over ten feet tall, and the enemies that appeared time and time again refreshed Miyamoto Iori's understanding of the worldview.

"It took a lot of effort, but we finally managed to force that giant back... can we say we won?"

"Ah, of course I win."