The Saints' Forge: Part 1

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If this story is to be believed, then perhaps a holy artifact yet remains hidden in that land.

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The same holy artifact the first emperor of Adrestia used in his effort to unite Fódlan.

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If we could retrieve it, it would go a long way toward preventing an Imperial invasion.

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Unfortunately, the area is currently a den of rather villainous scum.

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And as the Knights of Seiros cannot spare any personnel, our options for procuring the artifact are unfortunately rather limited.

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I certainly cannot do it alone.

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But you are not alone. I will be right beside you.

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You will not, Flayn. I shall not take you anywhere so dangerous.

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That ship is long since sailed—I have already been a part of more battles than I can count.

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Perhaps, but still...

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I will be coming as well. I have no intention of foisting this task upon the two of you while I remain behind in comfort and safety.

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You surely jest!

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I have already asked Cyril to prepare for my departure.

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I see now. You had this all planned before you even mentioned it to me.

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I did. Oh, and you need not worry. While it has been a time since I last set foot on a battlefield, I can surely hold my own against a lowly pack of brigands.

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That is not my concern—I know your true strength better than any.

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My worry is that our destination lies deep within enemy territory.

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If something unforeseen were to occur and the church to lose its archbishop, it would be our downfall.

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If we truly need this artifact, then I will go. Alone.

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You speak of the church's downfall as a hypothetical, yet it is already upon us. As such, it is my duty to set things to rights.

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Is now a good time, Lady Rhea?

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Of course, Cyril. Please come in. Oh... You.

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What are you doing here?

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It felt kinda weird being your sole bodyguard on such a dangerous mission, Lady Rhea, so I thought another sword might come in handy.

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I'm real sorry if I overstepped.

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King Dimitri has spoken quite highly of you. I also hear you lead your own private force and are well- respected within the Kingdom's army.

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If you are prepared to assist us, I will take it.

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I have heard much the same, and yet...

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Then it is decided. Oh, and you will be handsomely compensated for your time, of course.

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In that case, you have our thanks.

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Our destination is a nearby mountain hamlet.

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It was once a holy site for the church, and apparently has some connection to Saint Indech.

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Sadly, its history has long since been forgotten, but this is our chance to liberate it from its new and villainous residents.

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Excellent, Lady Rhea! Let us be off with all speed!

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Easy, Flayn. I will go on ahead and scout the enemy. You can come later with the others.

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Ah, and I would like you to come with me.

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Cyril, I trust you to keep Flayn and the archbishop safe. Is that understood?

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Yeah, of course.

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Seteth certainly seems worried about you, Flayn.

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Oh, this is how he always is.