Who Tells of the Beginning

What a view this is... Are all these knights really going to the Dusken Lands?

Looks like she got exactly what she wanted.

Could she really have wanted that treaty from the very beginning?!

Calm down. The treaty is still binding. If we can nullify the Thunder Act, then the war will be over.

But Your Majesty, there's still the problem of the beasts released from the prison.

Those knights just started marching towards the Dusken Lands without even considering their actions.

Well, about the beasts... Will you let me handle them?

Hm?! That's too risky. If anything were to happen to you, I wouldn't be able to face the Beast King.

With all due respect, this is not the time to consider the risks. This is our only chance.

Hm... You're tougher than you look, Princess.

Fine. But as king, I can't just sit back and do nothing. Allow me to come with you so that I may ensure your safety.

Your Majesty?!

Do not worry. Although it's nothing compared to the Deliverance Sword held by the Paladin, I have my holy blade of Palsifal. Don't even try to stop me. I haven't left the castle in ages.

I guess you've made your choice, then.

Okay, we'll leave the beastfolk to you while we follow the knights.

Right, we've got to stop them as soon as possible. We're waiting for your command, Lakhesis.

......

Lakhesis?

Oh... I'm sorry. I was lost in my own thoughts.

Let's prep the ship and set sail for the Dusken Lands!

So this is about the grave, right?

That's right. I had to get you guys here.

He won't feel lonely here.

Of course... It's next to the graves of the Paladins.

That too, and also...

Huh? Is there something else?

Hahah. It's nothing. Let's talk to Lakhesis.

Lakhesis... There still isn't a replacement for the Knight Commander. As expected, there's still much confusion throughout the country. But the king is doing his best to restore confidence. Rest easy. The resistance members are doing their part to help the country.

All right... I'm done here. Thanks for coming with me.

No, thank you for asking us to come here. The time layer has stabilized, so we may come back in the future.

We should be going now. See you again, Lakhesis.

Radias...

Huh? Is something wrong?

Um... It's nothing.

It's just that you took great care of me in this world.

I didn't expect you to say anything, but yeah, don't worry about it.

I wonder what she's doing right now.

Well... Since she hasn't returned, I'm sure she stayed back in that time period.

I don't know what kind of burden she faces for starting the cycle... She probably lost her memory and made other sacrifices, just like I had to in the past.

I see...

But still, she may be somewhere in this world alive and well.

True, you never know. She may be living a safe, normal life.

Hah... Thanks for that, Deirdre.

You'll always be my other older sister.

Once things have settled here, I'll join up again with Aldo. Then we can fight side-by-side again.

I hope we can fight together when our paths cross again.

Though our time layers may be different...

This sky will always connect us somehow.

Hello, guys. We're ready to depart anytime. Are we ready to head towards the Dusken Lands?

We're lucky the ship wasn't damaged in the attacks.

Let's not get ahead of ourselves.

All that could mean is that the knights don't think of us as a threat.

We don't have many options when it comes to crossing the sea. We either take an indirect route in hopes of avoiding the knights. Or we take the fastest route and hope to catch up to the knights.

I say we go with the latter option. I hate take detours.

I agree actually. King Miglance and Princess Altena were brave enough to face a risky situation... We should do the same.

Let's take the fastest route. We've got to stop the knights before it's too late.

You've all proven your bravery. The Dusken Lands are surrounded by jagged rocks, so we'll have to take small boats to the shore. Those without combat experience will stay behind and protect the ship.

Set the sails and raise the anchor! Full speed ahead to the Dusken Lands!

Horah!

We're here... the Dusken Lands!

Luckily, we did not encounter any knights on the way.

Yeah, but it's not going to be so easy from here...

Hey, look at that!

What's wrong, Aldo? You look...

*gasp*

The Beast King's Castle is...burning?!

I get the feeling I've seen this before.

It's the same as in our time layers, but the roles are reversed...

Hmm... It appears that we have a lot of human guests today.

Zeviro?!

Oh, I see it's you Aldo.

You know me? Which means your from this time layer?

Hmm... Time layer? I'm not sure what you're talking about, but we are clearly from different worlds.

And you are?!

I'm Zeviro. I'm from the other world, wandering around seeking souls.

Judging by the colors of your souls, I'd say you're different than the other visitors earlier.

And you... You look like a beastfolk. We're here to stop the knights who are invading the castle. You could really help us out.

Unfortunately, I can't do that.

What?!

Could it be that you're taking orders from the knights?

No, I have other reasons. This is an opportunity for me to collect souls.

We wielders of the Scythes of Purgatory seek souls wherever they are and guide them to their proper place.

Hahah... Be careful not to lose track of your souls... Unless you want me to take you to the other side.

Did he just vanish?

What a weird guy that was... But I don't think he was lying.

Hmph... Who could lose track of a soul? Anyway, we can't waste anymore time. We've got to hurry to the castle!

Ugh... I can barely see... But if I stop here, I won't be able to see justice...

......

I'd gladly end my life with you... My darling Anabel...

Or I should say... Deirdre.

How annoying... The fire's spreading more quickly than I thought.

It's only a matter of time until the entire castle is engulfed in flames.

I haven't seen a single knight around... Have they already gone upstairs?

I don't know, but reinforcements are sure to come from behind. We need to go ahead while we can.

Prepare yourself, Knight Commander Anabel!

Everyone, stay back!

Vares?! And you too, Myrus!

Vares?! And...a beast rabbit?!

Ugh! I knew it wouldn't be so easy.

Wait! We're not here to fight you! We want to stop this battle!

No! I came from a different world...

Drop it, Anabel! There's no time to explain!

I get it! But... Please listen to me! We want to end this as much as you do!

Well...

......

Her sword and shield?!

Fool! This war'll be over if we chop off your head! So long!

Anabel!

Urkh...

Wh-Why didn't you move out of the way?

I told you, didn't I? I'm not like the other me...

Now, please... Put away your weapons.

Thank you.

It's hard to believe, but we're from another world where history is completely different than here.

In our world, humans and beasts fought until you attacked and razed Miglance Castle. I still remember the pain in my heart I felt then, and it will never go away.

That's why I'm trying to stop the war here and now.

We can't allow another tragedy to happen...

Do you really expect us to believe your nonsense? The Beast King ordered us to leave not a single human invader alive.

Myrus...

You...

......

I guess we have no choice... If your goal really is to end this war... Then please...take care of the Beast King...

Vares...

He's fine. He's just unconscious.

Ugh!

Anabel, don't get up too fast! How are you feeling?

I'm fine... Just a few scratches... These two really used every bit of strength they had left.

Just look at all his injuries...

Lady Anabel is heading upstairs. We mustn't fall behind!

So...they've arrived!

Hmm... So they can't tell the difference between you and the Knight Commander.

It seems that way. Perhaps she didn't inform the rank and file about me.

Stop it!

Your orders have changed. You are to return to the ships immediately and await further instructions.

Are you disobeying my orders?

It's strange pretending to be another one of myself...

I'll hold them off here. You guys go on ahead.

But...

Don't worry. I'll catch up to you soon enough. You can handle the Knight Commander yourselves, can't you?

Come on, Aldo. She's already made up her mind.

Stay safe, and good luck. We'll make sure to stop her.

There they go.

Come on out now. There's no need to hide anymore.

I don't understand why you didn't kill the beasts. Aren't you the same as the other Knight Commander?

In a way, yes... I'm not so sure myself. Both of our villages were destroyed by the beastfolk.

And yet...the beastfolk in this time layer are no different than the humans of my time layer.

But the Paladin must resist those that wish to harm the weak.

......

I'll take things from here.

Huh?

You need to go after the others. I know that's what you want to do.

But...

You and I have one thing in common... Once our minds are made up, nothing can change them.

......

All right, I appreciate it.

Just promise me that you won't get yourself killed. Not today anyway.

Hmm... I'm hated by both humans and beastfolk... Finally, that fact is gonna come in handy.

I'm just returning the favor from before. The humans may listen to your orders, but the beasts won't be so easy.

Got it... I'll think of it as a once-in-a-lifetime secret alliance.

There's rubble absolutely everywhere. It's slowing us down more than I expected.

We'll have to take some detours to get ahead.

It'd be really annoying if we get beaten just because we've exhausted ourselves running around.

Hmm?

Look, guys.

It looks like we're directly above the main entrance. We could use a ladder to get down from here.

It'll allow us to go outside and return later. If we need it, we can take a breather.

I feel like we're getting closer to the Royal Knights. The Tempered Arms are close so we need to make sure to be ready for them.

Darn it... I couldn't keep going...

Hold it right there!

We've come to stop all this. Don't you understand how pointless this all is?!

You're just a pawn in the Knight Commander's personal game of revenge!

And so you feel justified for murdering beast families?! If you do this, the cycle will never end!

I understand that she wants to eliminate the beasts...

But what about the rest of you? Can you really say that you're willing to bear the burden of her sins? You're using Lady Anabel's orders to justify your own revenge... your violence! She's just using your wish for revenge for her own ends!

Is this what it really means to be a Royal Knight?

......

I'm glad you understand!

What?!

You monster!

It's too late, Radias! We can't change his mind!

What's going on with the knights? They're fighting each other! This is my chance to get revenge for my family!

Huh?!

Radias!

Ghh!

Radias...are you hurt?

Lakhesis?

Lakhesis!

Hah! How pathetic!

......

Be quiet...

Lakhesis... Why did you save me?

What're you saying? You're my daughter... But...I kinda messed up this time.

You're crazy for trying to stop such a strong attack...

Look closely... His wounds didn't just come from that beast's attack.

Lakhesis, how long have you had those wounds?

Hah... I wasn't gonna say anything to be honest...

Let's get you healed...

Don't bother. It's too late for that... I know how much my body can take...

I see...

I'm sorry, Radias... But it looks like we must part ways...

You guys can take care of everything from here.

It can't be! I couldn't change anything after all!

The war continues to fill this world with pain and hatred...and I couldn't do anything to stop it! I still need you, Lakhesis!

I was a lousy father to you... I never wanted to make my little girl cry.

I failed my role as a father for her, too. I'm sorry for leaving the burden of standing up to your sister to you...

Forgive me... Radias... Here's my last wish... My daughter... Deirdre... She's in deep pain...

She's been lost in the darkness for a long time...

...... Father...

Let's go... We're going to stop the Lady... my sister.

Radias...

Don't look at me like that. The body may be mortal, but his soul lives on.

He lives on with me...

We can't just leave Lakhesis behind like this. Let me take him back to the ship.

Thank you, Bria. I'll leave him to you.

Let's go. There's only one place the Knight Commander could go.

Of course... Let's hurry to the throne room!

...... I've been expecting you.

It's been a long time, Beast King. This is only the second time we've met, but I'll make sure it's the last.

Indeed, it will be... After I remove your head from your shoulders.

I see you're quite confident. Why do you not draw your weapon then?

That won't be necessary. My pride and the blood of the beastfolk is all I need to defeat you.

I see... You couldn't find a new friend to bring you back your blade.

It's no matter. Once I slay you all, I'll be able to retrieve it.

It looks like the time for talk is over...

Very well... I'm hoping that our final battle is as entertaining as I imagined.

It's over, Beast King. That was actually easier than I expected.

Go on...end this. Words are wasted on the defeated.

You're right. Then I'll send all your people and everyone you've ever loved to the other side.

What the, ?!

We made it here just in time!

Impressive. You got here faster than I expected.

But looking at you now, maybe you should've taken your time.

Wait!

Watch out

I won't let you harm him!

Anabel!

Anabel?!

Hahah... Are you so eager to die?

Finally! Now this is getting interesting.

Why are you trying to save me? Just who are you?

I'm just doing what I believe is right!

This way, Beast King! We need to treat your wounds immediately!

I'm leaving the rest to you guys.

You've got to stop this, Sis!

Your sister...

The real Anabel wouldn't want any of this!

...... So, you know the truth then.

It is true that I am Deirdre.

However, that changes nothing. The cycle of pain and hatred must end. I told you before, there's only one way to end this. We must eliminate those that carry that hatred like a disease.

Muahaha...

O-Ogre Rancorem?

What was that? I could've sworn that your sword just laughed...

I apologize for interfering. But I could not help but laugh... It was impossible to resist.

Wh-What's so funny?

Oh, naive little girl... You once justified your actions using the legend of the Thunder King. He wielded his blade against the betrayer of the light, and after much fighting, peace was finally achieved.

I did. What about it?

Muahahahaha! I cannot stop laughing! Aldo, please inform the girl who I am.

Umm, okay... You see, Ogre Rancorem here... He contains the grudge of the ogre clan that was destroyed long ago.

......

I see. Ogre Rancorem, was it? I've heard of you before, though I believed it nothing more than a fable.

Though I have been transformed into a sword, I am very much the real thing. Listen girl, hatred cannot be eliminated by exterminating those who carry it. I am proof of that as I have carried that hatred for seven generations. Yet, it never ends. Do not underestimate the power of hatred, or you may live to regret it.

Is that so...

However, it seems that it was the Thunder King who underestimated that hatred. I would not have allowed you to exist.

I shall shatter the very essence of hatred until the last shard of it is frozen in terror of me.

No one can dispute that the cycle of hatred can be stopped by exterminating the beastfolk.

Sis!

It's no use... There's only one way to convince her, by force.

I'll make one concession to you all. Perhaps eliminating the beastfolk might not be enough.

We must also eliminate those who side with them... I'll start with you all.

Thank you for teaching me this important lesson.

Now, unless you have further objections, it's time that you try to convince me...by force, was it? Do you have the skills and willpower to stop me? Then, show me!

Darn it! Where's her power coming from? She looks like she hasn't even broken a sweat.

Not bad, not bad at all.

However, playtime's over. Let's end this. If you are so determined to protect the beastfolk, then I'll just have to destroy everything, castle and all.

The castle, too?! What are you thinking?!

With the power of the Paladin, it'll be a breeze.

Are you referring to the Deliverance Sword?!

The Deliverance Sword... Do you mean the holy sword that turns prayers into raw power?

The Deliverance Sword?! That holy sword?!

Heehee... So, you know about it?

Hee-hee... The Deliverance Sword is not actually a physical sword. It is the collective power of people's willpower, that is then gathered by the Paladin. Its manifestation takes the form of a sword of light.

The Paladin Anabel...

Or...the Paladin Deirdre commands! I summon the holy willpowers within my sword!

Can you feel that power? With that I don't doubt that she could destroy the entire castle!

Wait a minute! What about the other knights that are inside the castle?!

The sacrifices of those heroes will be sung about for generations.

You vile...

I won't allow you to do this!

That's Guildna's sword! How did she get that?!

That's the Beast King's sword! How did she get that?!

That's not important at the moment! I can hear the power of Salamander coursing throughout it. Humans may not use it without the elemental's blessing or risk sacrificing their life energy to the blade!

It doesn't matter now! My sister and I made a promise!

That's enough chat! O light of prayers... Erase these fools from existence.

Ngh! Lend me your power... Crimson flame!

Aaaaaargh!

...... Father? Is that you?

I feel it... I feel the burning pulse a soul!

Haaaah!

This can't be!

Hahh... Hahh...

Did we...win?

Radias!

I'm fine, Aldo... My father was here with me.

Father was here? I see... So he's already gone. I should've been nicer to him while he was alive.

That's it! That's all you can say?! Your father is dead!

......

It matters not. I'll make this castle an example of how things should be.

Huh?

The prayers of the people are never-ending.

She's gathering her power again...

You've got to be kidding me...

Not this time!

Ghh!

Deirdre!

That was close... Your skills are similar to my own. I've been interested in knowing more about you since I first saw you...even our eye color is the same.

But despite all that... I'm still better.

Not again...

The Paladin Deirdre commands. I summon the holy willpowers within my sword!

If even one person still desires to eliminate the beasts... Then my holy sword will keep on shining. You stubborn fools... Will you be able to stop me again?

Ugh!

I will stop you... No matter what... I made a promise... Sister...

I will save you!

You're going to save me?

I've seen these before somewhere... These prayers...

No! I know nothing about that! I've never seen these prayers before!

Ugh!

The holy sword is overloading with power! What's happening?!

Can you all hear that voice?!

Yes, the holy sword is speaking.

Hah! What I truly pray for?

You already know! I've lived my life as my sister, Anabel! It's my fate to fulfill her destiny and get revenge on the beastfolk...

What?!

Sis!

What's happening?!

I don't know!

But I've heard one thing before... The power of the Deliverance Sword comes from the prayers of the people. However, I don't know what will happen if her own prayers contradict those prayers...

Aaaaaargh!

Sis!

Answer me, the holy sword! What are you doing to my sister?!

The judgement of the stars?

It can't be... The will of the stars cannot be influenced by human powers.

Hah... I understand. This is divine retribution... Forgive me, Father. It looks as though I cannot save her after all...

Is this the entrance?

Wh-What are you doing?!

What does it look like? Aren't we going to save her?

Y-Yeah, but you're...

Our mission was to discover whether we could save her or not. Now this holy sword has butted in preventing us from doing our duty.

Hahah... The holy sword just butted in, huh? You make it sound like it's some bully we can easily take down.

Hmph... We need to save her so that she may atone for her sins.

I'm with you on this, her story doesn't end here.

Deirdre... Aldo...

I guess foolish friends are the best friends. Let's barge in there and bring her back kicking and screaming if we have to.

And then we'll make sure she atones our way.

I've heard about your exploits, Captain Anabel, First Squadron, Royal Order of Knights. I wasn't expecting someone who could match the Beast King blow for blow.

I'm unworthy of your words. But in regards to the Crimson Blade...

Hmm... Swords are worshipped in our country. It would be a shame to let it rust in the treasure room.

I'll leave it to your discretion, Anabel. You may use it yourself or entrust it to the Royal Knights.

Understood. In that case...

I entrust it to you.

Wh-What? Me?

There must be a mistake. I'm not ready for such an honor...

I know what I'm doing. You're more than worthy enough to wield this magic sword. It is a cursed blade for humans, however, I believe you'll only use it when necessary.

Yes, Milady. I shall try to live up to your expectations.

It's all yours. Use it wisely.

Was that Deirdre's memory? Did you guys see it?

The holy sword's trying to discover her true prayer. It's tracing through her memories searching for the truth.

I see... So that was her memory from when she gave the Crimson Blade to Radias.

A cursed blade that burns the body and soul of its wielder. It's odd that she gave it to her own sister.

It's possible she was already planning for all this at that time.

Perhaps she was already focused on her revenge from the day my father brought her home. I knew all along, but I didn't do anything.

To be honest, I was happy. That was the first and only gift she ever gave me.

I was happy even though it was a weapon of destruction that would eventually consume me...

Radias...

Did it ever occur to you that she wanted someone to stop her?

Huh?

Obviously, I don't know what she really was thinking. But the reason she gave you a blade equal in power to her own might've been so that someone could stop her.

You were able to prevent a terrible disaster. Perhaps, giving you the Crimson Blade is proof that she still had a conscience.

I see what you mean.

Thank you, Deirdre.

She must be further ahead waiting for us to save her. Let's go find her.

How could it be that something like this was beneath the castle the whole time?

But what's the deal with this mirror?

The mirror can talk?

I guess I shouldn't be so surprised. So do you think I came here seeking truth?

I do not seek the truth, only to pray.

So you really are a magic mirror of truth. You read my mind.

So, what must I do to have my prayers heard?

Is this some kind of lost ancient alchemy? It can turn a rock into gold, and bring a clay doll to life... Am I supposed to recover this?

Hah... Very well. Though I'm not interested in material possession or giving life to things.

What I want is power, pure and simple... Perhaps enhanced weapons... We could call it tempered tech.

I see now... Tempered tech has its roots in ancient alchemy.

Hm... Not very useful information.

A magic mirror that tells the truth? It can't even figure out the prayer of a single person.

What do you mean? The mirror did talk about Deirdre's...

I mean, the mirror gave her power based on her prayers, right?

Think about it, Aldo. She's undergoing the judgement of the stars because her prayers weren't honest.

I guess you're right.

The magic mirror... I wonder if it understood what Deirdre truly wanted back in our time layer.

Well then, what did the Knight Commander really wish for?

......

No clue. But we're about to find out, aren't we?

Deirdre?

It seems she's got something in mind, but isn't ready to share with us yet.

All we can do for now is keep moving. Let's go.

Tee-hee! I get to be Lady Anna then!

That's so unfair! You're already the reincarnation of Lady Anna!

Yup! I'll grow up to be a knight and protect everybody in the village, including you! I'll beat all the beastfolk and become a Pally-den!

Fine then! I'll be the beautiful innkeeper!

Wake up, Sis... Talk to me. Why are you covered in blood?

Your body is getting cold just like mommy and daddy... Stop it...

*cough cough* I hate this...

Sis...

She's still breathing!

Hang in there! You're the only one left!

......

Stay awake! Please! Talk to me, what's your name?!

Me? I... I'm... Anabel.

Anabel... Thank goodness you're alive. You can relax now. I'll keep you safe from now on.

...... I can't believe you've been living with this since you were little.

But that's no excuse for all the things that she did.

But isn't it strange? Her prayers haven't changed since she was a child, right?

"I've lived my life as my sister, Anabel!" "It's my fate to fulfill her destiny and get revenge on the beastfolk..."

She also said something similar when she was a child.

I don't get it. So what was she truly praying for?

We shouldn't think too much about it. I can sense her presence nearby.

Up ahead is the heart of this place. We need to be careful.

So this is the deepest part of this...place.

I feel it. Her soul is very close.

What did you come here for? Why did you come all the way to the origin of stars...

We're here to save you, Sis. You should be judged by the laws of man.

I've lived my life as my sister, Anabel! It's my fate to fulfill her destiny and get revenge on the beastfolk...

Ghh!

Sis!

Don't! If you do that, I will...

Aaaaaargh!

Is that the form of her true prayer?

Sis, I don't understand what is happening.

I hate to admit it, but I would be the same.

So she'd rather transform into that thing rather than show us her true prayer?

Well, first things first, we've got to save her from this place.

Sounds like a plan.

Haha... Easier said than done though.

But there's not much else we can do.

This is the final battle. We'll win this fight and then bring her back to our world.

So far so good. Keep it up guys!

Wait! Something's not right.

What's this light?

Where am I?

...Sis...

Was that someone's voice?

I don't know what's going on, but that voice is my only clue.

I'll see where that voice leads me.

Are you...

Are you me? Or are you from the other world?

And you are...

Wait, that question doesn't matter. Let me ask a different one.

What is your prayer?

My prayer?

Well...

Do I need to answer that? You've figured it out already, right?

...... Yes, I have...

Listen to me, O Holy Sword! The other Deirdre's prayer is...

Where are we? What happened?

Are we back in the Beast King's Castle?

I see... So, that's all it took. It was easier than I expected.

Deirdre!

It was you... You were the one who reached out to me...

Umm... Yeah...

All you really wanted... was to save your sister, Anabel.

...... It's true.

But I knew that some prayers could never be answered. The dead cannot be brought back to life.

I hid this truth in the depths of my heart... I thought I could live as her, bringing her back in a way. But even if I eliminated all the beastfolk, she still wouldn't come back...

I knew this all along, but I couldn't stop.

Otherwise, there was no way to know what she would've wanted.

She left this world before she could resolve all those prayers.

Sis...

......

A long time ago, there was a girl who got her sister killed by the beasts.

What now?

Just listen. The girl ran into the forest seeking help from a nearby village.

On the way, she was swallowed up by a blue light... Next thing, she was in front of a strange mirror.

She looked around the maze looking for help.

Eventually, someone found her and returned her to where she came from.

She was given a certain demon sword with which she made a wish.

She wished that her sister could come back to life, even if it meant sacrificing her own.

The power of the demon sword brought her sister back to life.

However, in return, the girl lost all her memories of her sister.

Her sister, too, was stripped of her memories.

Though the two were reunited, they had no memories of their relation.

The girl's hair changed from blonde to purple in agreement with the demon sword.

What are you saying?

That means... Are you also...me?

But... No, that can't be right...

I didn't have the chance to make an agreement with a demon sword.

Yes, you're right about that.

However, that's probably because you're the beginning.

Huh?

The one who helped the girl was herself from the future. Without her, none of this could be possible. In this time layer, the cycle hasn't begun. That's why you're the one who must start it.

But I don't have the powers needed to make such things possible...

There's nothing special about me... I pretended to be my sister, but in the end, I couldn't become special like her.

I wouldn't say that.

The Deliverance Sword sought your true prayers.

Have you even for once, tried to listen to its voice?

The Deliverance Sword?

Well...

All I've done is lie to myself and kept repeating the only prayer I knew from my sister.

And after all this, you're still willing to listen to my true prayer?

You're a fool. I really do not have what it takes to be a Paladin...

Here's my last wish.

Give me the power to save my sister!

What is that?! Did the holy sword transform into a demon sword?!

Of course... The Holy Sword Verweil. That name suits it well.

I have nothing to lose now. I'm willing to offer anything and everything.

My name is...

Deirdre. I'm the Paladin Deirdre.

I've spent my lifetime making mistakes... But it seems that I can do something right for once.

O Demon Sword, take me to the time before I had sinned!

Radias... I have no right to speak to you, but I want to say one thing. Thank you for all you have done for me. I can never atone for all the terrible things I've done.

It's time to say goodbye... My one and only little sister.

Sis!

Um... Good bye, Sis...

It's over now, isn't it?

No, this is nothing more than the beginning of an endless cycle.

Right. Well, I'll go inform the Royal Knights that their leader is gone and that the war is over.

This time, I'll be the one who brings them back home.

I'll bring them back to our country. And they'll return to where they belong.

Finally! We made it back! That long trip sure felt short.

Now that I think about it, it must've been the magic mirror of this world that spoke to us when we found a tear in spacetime.

It must have been watching us all along from the beginning.

What an obnoxious mirror...

But now we know there was no other way around it.

A lot has happened... As for Sir Lakhesis... I don't know what to say.

It's fine... In fact, there's something I need to talk about. You're all preparing to go back to your own time layers, right? Then I have a favor to ask.

As long as you don't trouble us too much...

No trouble at all. I'll explain everything in Uruala.