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☙VIDEO❧
[ Since things have settled down since the move, it's only expected of Saber to try to liven it up with a challenge. So when she makes this call, she's in her full armor with a new weapon? Is that a different kind of sword? No, that's definitely a putter in her hand. ]

Diarmuid Ua Duibhne, hear my challenge. [ In a solemn tone: ] You are to meet me on the field of battle at Prospero's Putt Pirates Bay.

[ No, she's not even breaking a smile at that ridiculous name. ~~Mostly because she doesn't get the reference.~~ ]

Allow everyone to bear witness to your defeat on this very day! [ The call ends when she moves the putter with as much expertise as someone with the knowledge of blades could. Although now everyone can imagine how poor the score card between two ancient heroes might look. ]

☙TEXT❧
[ It isn't until much later that she chooses to address the network once more, this time through text messages. ]

Is there anyone who is keeping everyone up to date on information in this place?
Admittedly this device is a hassle for me to use, so I rather discuss it face to face.
If there is anything to discuss, that is.
I could offer you a duel in exchange.
Thank you for your consideration.

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I thought you would have accepted that these things happen and that...

[ She was at least returning to a peaceful slumber. Although how would he know that if she always kept her past to herself? ]

Hm, how about this. [ Gripping the putter in both hands. ] For every hole you get a ball into, I shall answer any question you have without restraint. The same goes for me however, if I get one, you must answer a question for me.

...Very well. I'll accept those terms if that is what you would like.

[Every time he thought he was starting to figure her out. Saber got that much more difficult to read.]

Come on, it was your turn! [ With a twirl, she'll bounce back off towards the course. ]

Diarmuid, you are not going to be beat by me, are you?

If I am, it will surely be no simple matter for you.

[Following, he went to take another shot--now that he'd missed once, he had a slightly better idea of what he needed to do.]

[Including not throwing anything into the pond.]

[ Don't worry, she's quick to chase after the ball almost as though she were a puppy herself, eager to see if it landed in the hole! ]

Did you get it?

[...saber why so cute. He'll just follow and try not to laugh.]

I think I may have, unless I'm very much mistaken.

Aw, you did! [ Darn. Squatting over the hole, she points down at it. ] Looks like I have to answer a question for you.

Very well.

[He paused, thinking carefully about what to ask.]

[ Straightening up, she'll regard him in an awkward manner with a half smile on her face. Obviously nervous, she tries to hide it by taking a practice swing with her club. ]

...If you trust me as I would hope that you do, why is it I feel that you rarely speak of yourself or your own thoughts?

[ It's a direct question and one she can't easily avoid. Pausing in her swings, her gaze will turn to stare at him in shock that he could be concise even in conversation. ]

I have never been given the chance to before. [ It's the truth as her demeanor softens with the admittance. ] Even when I was with Shirou, he believed in his way as well. I have always been expected to live and act a certain way, so to stray from it is difficult.

Even with my own subjects, I... I could never be honest with them. It was a lonely existence as a king, Diarmuid.

[It wouldn't have been fair for Diarmuid to just assume she should tell him everything all the time. When had he ever done the same, now or back when he was still alive?]

[If there was anyone who understood a lonely existence, of course it would be the one who never showed his pain to anyone. The one who only knew how to suffer in silence for a lifetime, carrying endless anguish all while showing others the best smile he could.]

...

[It wasn't fair. If they were bound and determined to show everyone else one side and that alone, shouldn't they have been able to be themselves with each other?]

...I understand.

But... [ Her voice lifts a bit as she stares him down. ] But I think I would like to try to be more honest with you, Diarmuid. Just because I never learned to before does not mean I should continue to live my life in such a lonely manner.

[ Um. ] That is if you would allow me to.

...I would truly like that, Arturia.

[He answered with an honest smile, one that hid or covered up absolutely nothing.]

But only on the condition you would allow me to do the same with you.

Is our love not an equal one, Diarmuid? I would be honored if you would try to be more honest with me as I am honest with you.

[ Speaking of: ] Are you feeling well? You seem a bit more exhausted than usual.

I'm f-

[What the fuck did we JUST say.]

...I suppose I've not been sleeping well or often.

Have I been keeping you up?

[ Instantly she thinks herself is to blame. ] I could move out into the living room if so.

Diarmuid... Do I snore?

Wh--no, of course not!

[SABER PLS]

Then what troubles you, my love?

I have just...been preoccupied, that's all. Between maintaining the bookstore, securing our house recently, and going out every night during the Dark Hour I have simply not had any time.

Hm...

[ Looking off to the side. ] As king, I order you to take a week off.

[ She's trying alright. Even if they are beyond the whole king/knight thing. ]

I...wait, what? I can't just--

[ Letting go of her club, she'll hold both of her hands up in front of her chest, clasping them together. ]

Diarmuid, as your lover, it would pain me if you were to fall over due to exhaustion. So please... allow me to aid you and take a week for yourself.

I--er...

[This was really not a fight he could win.]

...very well, if that is what you would ask of me.

Shall we end our date for now and resume it another day?

[ Yes, she did just use that word. ] So that you may get your rest?

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