[Bedivere would have every right to make fun of Dazai for missing the obvious clues. In Dazai's defense, however, the height and arm changes were pretty significant.]

Indeed. And Rider's master can be pretty ruthless when push comes to shove.

[In other words, he didn't expect this arrangement to stick if Steinbeck decided there was another Master out there who'd give him better chances for victory. In fact, leaving Q alone for a while longer might artificially extend the duration of their partnership.

Whatever the case: no hard feelings.

But what's this - Bedivere, distracted? Dazai followed Saber's gaze and had to bite the inside of his cheek to stop himself from grinning too much. Such childlike wonder was refreshing to watch.]

Ice cream. As the name implies, it's cold and creamy. [He tipped his head in the direction of the vendor and began to walk in that direction, expecting Bedivere to follow.] There's also the frozen fruit juice variety.

Which one would you like to try?