Emiya Shirou doesn't want to work overtime

After some thought, Fiore concluded that only Shirou Emiya and Jeanne d'Arc were capable of helping them purchase the ingredients.

Chapter 187 Feeling Happy for Others' Happiness

Joan of Arc touched her abdomen. Although she could not feel hunger now, she had not eaten all day yesterday and she had to eat today.

Otherwise, that kind of thing will happen again.

Jeanne d'Arc seemed to remember something, and her face flushed slightly as she looked at Shirou Emiya beside her.

After all, if it weren't for Shirou Emiya, he might still be unconscious.

Emiya Shirou naturally had no reason to refuse.

Moreover, grocery shopping is something he excels at. Staying in the Yggdrasilia family's villa, he couldn't help with anything, which made Emiya very uncomfortable.

He wanted to help the androids clean the villa, but the androids refused.

According to their version of events, it was—

"We can't let our savior be so exhausted—"

Emiya couldn't refuse such a kind offer, and he was naturally extremely happy to be able to help.

"It just so happens that Lady Jeanne d'Arc has something to say to Mr. Emiya, so you can have a conversation while you go together."

As the decision-maker, Fiore naturally wanted to do things as quickly as possible. With Jeanne d'Arc's physique as a Heroic Spirit and Shirou Emiya's near-Heroic Spirit physique, they were well enough to gather and bring over the food for the entire villa for the next few days.

So the two of them left the villa of the Yggdmillennia family and headed toward the town of Tulipas.

Tulifas, however, remained unchanged, showing no unusual signs.

Although a terrible, little-known war had just taken place not long ago.

It even produced countless terrifying and deafening explosions.

However, since the area around the city of Mirenia is private land, and due to some strange rumors over the years, no one is willing to go near there anymore.

In addition, thanks to the various covert measures implemented by the Yggdmillennia clan, no one knew that the city of Millennia had been destroyed and that war was so close at hand.

Of course, this is also due to the fact that there are many Yogdomireian people who assist Tulifas, as well as the gas explosion reported on the television news.

Let this momentous event be buried in darkness.

Therefore, none of the ordinary residents of Tulipas noticed this anomaly and continued to live their ordinary lives.

Under these circumstances, Shirou Emiya and Jeanne d'Arc went out into the street.

Come and take a look!

"We're honest and trustworthy; we definitely have many items here that you should buy!"

"Ladies and gentlemen, please come and take a look! These are treasures from the Middle Ages!"

"Romanian specialties – you'd be missing out if you didn't try them!"

Every now and then, a few stalls would appear among the surrounding buildings, hawking their wares to Shirou Emiya and Jeanne d'Arc as they passed by.

As a place that has maintained its medieval style, this bustling town is also a tourist destination. In addition to some very elegant-looking shops, there are also stalls set up casually like this.

This doesn't feel noisy; instead, it creates a pleasantly lively atmosphere.

Although Shirou Emiya and Jeanne did not know where the ingredients were, it was still early before lunch, so there was no need for them to rush to take the food back.

The Yggdomirenia family villa doesn't require immediate food consumption.

Soon after, Shirou Emiya and Jeanne arrived at the stalls that offered a variety of fresh vegetables, fruits and food.

Joan of Arc was also very attentive, examining the ingredients very carefully.

"Boss, how much are these vegetables?"

Emiya Shirou watched Jeanne d'Arc staring intently at the food.

He stepped forward and asked the owner.

Emiya Shirou is very familiar with dealing with the people at these stalls. When he was in Fuyuki City, he usually went out to buy ingredients on his own.

However, later on, whenever Sakura came to my house, she would bring some ingredients or go shopping with me, so I rarely went shopping for ingredients alone anymore.

Although this is not Fuyuki City, and the residents of Romania should not understand Japanese, Fiore had already thought of Emiya and gave Emiya Shirou a booklet.

It is engraved with magic, and if you carry it with you, your words will be automatically translated into the local language. The booklet contains almost all the languages ​​in the world.

It is precisely because of this that Shirou Emiya was able to communicate normally with the residents of Tulipas.

As for Joan of Arc, the Holy Grail has granted her knowledge, so there's no need to worry about her inability to communicate.

Emiya Shirou naturally possessed the money given to him by the Yggdrasilia clan. For most magicians, money is of little use, except for some extremely poor families who have to sell jewels to survive.

Most magicians are still extremely wealthy.

Of course, the family that had to sell the gems was once very wealthy, even wealthier than most magicians.

After all, gemstones aren't cheap.

"No, no, no"

Seeing that Shirou Emiya was about to buy food because she was looking at it, she immediately blushed slightly and shook her head shyly.

Jeanne d'Arc quickly waved her hands and spoke to Shirou Emiya.

"I'm just amazed by the abundance of food in this era; even though I've seen it a few times before, it still seems incredible."

Jeanne d'Arc is not Artoria. As a Heroic Spirit, she has almost no need for food. If she were not summoned, Jeanne d'Arc would not need to eat.

"Is that so?"

Emiya Shirou stroked his chin, pondering as he began to recall the knowledge from books he hadn't touched in a long time.

"Ruler used to grow his own food, so he must cherish the hard-won food very much."

Joan of Arc was also born into a village and basically did all the farm work herself, so she knew the hardships of farming.

"That's one of the reasons."

Joan of Arc smiled slightly and did not refute Shirou Emiya.

"However, the main reason is that in the era I lived in, food was extremely precious, and wars were often fought over food. Now that food is so plentiful, I am genuinely happy."

Most people born in this era did not have to worry about food, which Joan of Arc would naturally be happy about.

Emiya Shirou could see Jeanne d'Arc looking around and calling out to the crowds coming and going, her eyes revealing tenderness.

She was genuinely happy for the happiness of others.

Shirou Emiya, who was knowledgeable about history, naturally knew what Joan of Arc's fate was.

Such a tragic ending deeply saddened Emiya.

Keep in mind that Joan of Arc was only 19 years old at the time.

However, upon hearing Joan of Arc's words and seeing that watchful gaze in her eyes...

Emiya Shirou was genuinely happy that Jeanne was so happy, and a smile unconsciously crept onto his lips.

After all, he himself is someone who is happy because of the happiness of others.

Chapter 188 There will be no pursuit of the Holy Grail

"Ok?"

Jeanne noticed Shirou Emiya's gaze and looked in his direction.

Seemingly finding it somewhat strange, he asked aloud.

"Is there something on my face? Why are you looking at me and smiling?"

"No, it's nothing."

Emiya Shirou quickly waved his hand.

"Is it really nothing?"

The more Shirou Emiya tried to cover it up, the more Jeanne became suspicious that there was something on her face, otherwise why would Shirou Emiya be smiling.

Thinking this, Joan of Arc touched her face.

Emiya Shirou looked at Jeanne d'Arc, who was touching her cheeks with both hands, with a mixture of amusement and exasperation.

"There's a little bug here—"

Emiya had no choice but to casually reach out and pretend to scratch Jeanne's face, then release the non-existent "insect".

"Why didn't you tell me sooner? And you were secretly laughing. How embarrassing would it be if the stall owner saw you like that?"

"..."

The stall owner didn't want to say anything. Wasn't he just asking about prices? What is he doing now?

Besides, there's really nothing on your face. Is this some new kind of coquettish technique?

The stall owner said he didn't understand it, but was greatly shocked.

"Cough! Cough! Cough!"

The stall owner immediately coughed three times. Joan of Arc was indeed beautiful, and she exuded a sacred aura. Standing on the street, she was a beautiful sight in herself.

It's unclear how many passersby stopped in their tracks because of Joan of Arc. The stall owner felt that while having a large flow of people was good, the fact that they didn't buy anything made him feel quite embarrassed.

"————————"

Emiya Shirou also realized something was wrong and quickly bought ingredients from the shop owner.

"Mr. Emiya, if you don't mind, may I ask what your wish is to participate in the Holy Grail War?"

Jeanne, carrying a large bag of food in one hand, asked Shirou Emiya, "Everyone who can participate in the Holy Grail War has their own long-cherished wish."

Although Shirou Emiya possesses noble qualities that even Jeanne d'Arc admires, he cannot escape his desire for the Holy Grail.

"Ruler, you should just call me Shirou. You're older than me, and it feels a bit strange to call me 'sir'."