During Shirou's daily life in Rome, apart from being unable to leave this room, he was watched over 24 hours a day, and Nero came over to chat with him from time to time every day. The day passed like this.

Shirou always thought that he could only wait until Mashu and the others came, or there would be a sudden change outside, before he would have a chance to leave here.

Shirou's tenth day in Rome

As usual, Shirou quietly estimated his strength and waited for Nero to come and disturb him. But today, uncharacteristically, Nero brought someone to take him away.

"What's the matter, Nero?"

Through communicating with Nero, Shirou finally roughly learned ancient Roman through his own strong learning ability.

"Now, we need your wisdom."

Through Nero's general explanation, Shirou knew that their country had been seriously short of food recently. After all, their country did not have many plains and food sources were poor. Except for being close to the sea, there really were not many plains.

"War seems to be the only option, but I know that you must have a way to solve it."

Although Nero also knew that war would solve the problem, Nero felt that Shirou could help them solve the problem.

Shirou was brought to the conference room by Nero. Seeing everyone constantly discussing the topic of war, Shirou finally understood why Nero thought war was the only way at first. After all, everyone thought so.

"Gentile, Nero said you have great wisdom, so tell me, what is the solution?"

The emperor spoke, and everyone fell silent, watching Shirou speak.

"As for the food problem in your country, in addition to land, water is also a big problem. As long as the water problem is solved, the problem will be solved."

As soon as Shirou finished speaking, a certain general on the side interrupted first.

"Sir, I want to ask you first how you want to solve the water problem. After all, Rome is close to the sea, and sea water cannot be used for irrigation."

Everyone waited for Shirou's answer.

"Then, just let me change the path of the river."

Everyone followed Shirou to the outside of the city. The river in the distance reminded them all the time that there was really not enough water here.

"Bai, is this really okay?"

"Of course, don't you know the power of Poseidon, the God of the Sea?"

Shirou took out Poseidon's horn and used the power of the sea god lurking within.

"Look, the river over there is changing."

Everyone saw that not only was the river changing into several branches and starting to pass near Rome, but the seaside was also helping to build a new waterway.

"Awesome, this is the power of God."

Everyone looked at Shirou now, with admiration and fear.

"That's it, so I'm under surveillance again."

Shirou was sitting in a luxurious room, looking at Nero sitting beside him, and said to Nero.

"There is nothing you can do. Your performance has frightened them. Your power is strong even on the mysterious side. I admire you very much. You are indeed someone I like."

Nero had no choice. After all, Shirou's performance had reached their limit, but they didn't dare to anger and let Shirou leave, so they had to use this method.

"Forget it, then I am under your care now?"

"Of course, you should be very grateful. It is Yu Zai who is watching over you and not letting you escape."

Nero also explained his mission loudly, without hiding anything.

"Of course, I must explain that since you are my opponent, I hope you can promise me a few things."

"Of course, let's talk about it."

Nero walked up to Shirou, pointed at Shirou and said.

"First, since you are now stronger than Yu, then naturally, you cannot use superhuman abilities when facing Yu."

"Secondly, I am only an ordinary person. As an opponent, you cannot use the power of magic."

"Third, I am the heir to the throne. You must protect me when necessary."

Nero finished the three conditions in one breath and looked at Shirou with wide eyes.

"Of course, I promise you."

"Hook."

"Hook."

This is where the first contract between the two begins.

"Then, go for a walk outside now. As long as you stay near me, the guards will not embarrass you or make things difficult for you."

Nero took Shirou and walked around Rome.

People on the street still don't know who caused what happened today, so they don't have any special feelings towards Shirou. They are just very enthusiastic about Nero who is beside Shirou, and people keep saying hello to her along the road.

"You are very popular with everyone."

"Of course, Yu is an artist. Art comes from life, and life comes from ordinary life. Of course Yu's people love Yu."

Nero greeted everyone on the street without any dissatisfaction.

Nero brought Shirou to the tavern of this era. As expected, he needed to come to the tavern just to collect information.

Seeing Nero talking to the travelers, Shirou also asked for news about Mashu and the others.

It's a pity that Shirou didn't hear anything about them after asking for a long time, and there hasn't been anything unusual recently.

Shirou followed Nero back to his residence. Nero looked at the listless Shirou and could only ask.

"Shirou, why are you doing this? Do you have any dissatisfaction with traveling with Yu?"

"No, I just can't find my partner."

"partner?"

"Yes, if I find them, I will have a chance to complete my mission, and then I will leave here."

"Leave here, then after leaving, will Shirou come back?"

Shirou still didn't know why Nero wanted to ask about this matter, so he didn't think about it so much and just said it directly.

"No, I will never come back."

When Nero heard what Shirou said, he didn't know what to think, so he said goodbye to Shirou and left.

"What's wrong, this little girl?"

Shirou didn't think too much and continued to go back to Dreamland to discuss with Manus and the others.

"Yu, why do I feel heartache?"

Nero sat alone in his room, looking at the statue he was still making next to him.

"I have no other pursuits except art."

Nero didn't want to think so much and went to bed early.

Shirou's first month in Rome

"Shirou, I need your help."

Nero came to Shirou's room early in the morning and explained his purpose straight to the point.

"I need to go abroad as an envoy to Britain. Although it has been occupied by us, it is also necessary for the king to maintain our prestige."

Nero walked up to Shirou and grabbed Shirou's clothes, as if he would not let you go unless you agreed.

"Okay, okay, I can go with you."

"Okay, let's set off early, I'm impatient to wait."

"So fast?"

"Of course, it's still a long way to go."

Shirou had no choice but to follow Nero and begin their long mission trip.

However, they didn't know that someone would be coming to them soon, and it wouldn't be too far away.

In the early days of the journey, even if there was something beyond common sense like magic, rushing would be troublesome, and they weren't the only two people rushing there.

"I said, why do you need so many people to follow you? Isn't it enough for me to protect you? Nero."

Shirou felt that the symbolic effect of these soldiers in front of him was greater than the actual effect.

"This is the aspect of being an heir. You still need to get used to it."

Nero said to Shirou as usual.

"It seems that your journey, Nero, will not be peaceful."
Chapter completed!