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The past two years have flown by in but the blink of an eye.
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And while they felt short, they were certainly eventful.
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The Empire has come far since we removed Arundel from power.
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We reformed the government, remedied our diplomatic troubles, and bolstered our military.
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And most significantly, we gave strength to the Southern Church, creating the perfect wedge against the Church of Seiros.
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A shame our bishop has become the target of relentless censure as a result. Why, the Central Church even targeted him for assassination!
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Poor Count Varley. It could not have happened to a finer man.
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And then there's the matter of Lord Arundel. What are he and his minions up to now?
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Slithering in the shadows of Fódlan, much as they have done for centuries.
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It will not be easy to drag such adept skulkers into the light.
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Perhaps not. Then for now, let's remain focused on the formidable adversary ahead.
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Did you call us here, Edelgard? It's good to see so many familiar faces.
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Did you call us here, Edelgard? It's good to see so many familiar faces.
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I did—and thank you for coming.
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This may be the first time I've seen all of you in the same room since the Officers Academy closed.
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Likely, yes. We have all been rather busy marching down the separate paths life laid out for us.
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Or most of us have, anyway. Others such as myself managed to eschew work in favor of a more leisurely existence.
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H-hey, I was working hard. At staying in my room, but still!
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Father's been dreadfully busy, so he's never home. Which has been pretty nice, actually...
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I was returning home to Brigid. I finished my task and now I have been returned here.
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Well enough. Now, as you know, the Empire will launch its attack on Garreg Mach in the coming days.
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Emperor Edelgard will lead the invasion personally, and wishes for those present to form the backbone of her army.
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And as it has been some time since Adrestia had an army under the direct command of the emperor, I fear we currently lack for officers.
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I trust each of you, and can think of no candidates better suited for the job. Will you do this for me?
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So you've got other plans for my father's army, I take it?
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Well then count me in. I'm ready to go whenever.
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I would've been happy with a life serving you here in the capital...
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But if war is coming, I want to see it through myself.
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I'll go wherever you go, Your Majesty!
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I'm always ready. Plus, it's good to know I haven't been training this hard for nothing.
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I'm always ready. Plus, it's good to know I haven't been training this hard for nothing.
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Are you sure you want me? I've kept up my training, but this is an important battle.
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Are you sure you want me? I've kept up my training, but this is an important battle.
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We are not such fools as to squander a powerful asset such as yourself.
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I've high hopes for you, and trust you will prove the wisdom of my decision.
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Just you wait. I'm gonna hurdle clean over those high hopes and show you what I can really do!
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Just you wait. I'm gonna hurdle clean over those high hopes and show you what I can really do!
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Right. I'll do my best.
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Right. I'll do my best.
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Be certain to save some of your hopes for me, because I most assuredly have what it takes to succeed! And with that...
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New Empire Army! Move out!
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Ferdinand? Kindly leave the commanding— and naming—to me.