"Young master!" Alfred instantly lowered his head and showed respect to the one who was holding authority over his life.
"Protecting you, living for your sake, watching over you, making sure you are safe from death, that's my life's mission. So ask away." Alfred continued and reassured Arthur that even if he didn't take a commanding tone against him, Alfred would surely comply.
The only time he wouldn't answer Arthur would be when Arthur's question could cause a trouble that could result in his death.
Arthur nodded and realized that he was still not accustomed to having someone serve him. Especially when that someone is a wizard.
"You told me something before you left me at the orphanage." Arthur recalled the past and stated it to Alfred McCumore.
"Arthur, never stand out. Live your life here, in peace. I will return to take you back in a year or two." Arthur repeated the sentence word by word as if he had heard them just yesterday.