[ "It would surely grant meaning to a formerly insignificant life." Gray was snared by that thought many a time in her childhood, and following the collapse of her planned sacrifice, that thought has continued to haunt her. Was this tiny life of hers really worth saving at the cost of someone as revered as King Arthur? What kind of life could she possibly lead from now on that could match the potential contributions of Britain's most famous legend?

Puzzlement bubbles up in Gray at Caren's description of a potential possession being an "ecstatic experience." It certainly wouldn't be Gray's word choice... especially seeing Caren's current state of injury. She's starting to feel that Caren is fundamentally different from her, though the exact nature of that difference remains baffling.

Gray considers for a moment, decides that there isn't really any reason why she needs to keep things secret anymore. She isn't some Servant who needs to protect her identity so that she can guard her weaknesses. ]

The spirit intended for me was King Arthur, so it would have been... a well-regarded fate. My village was very devoted to reviving him.