MLTE P3- "Learning The Truth"

"Learning The Truth" is the third Part of "Miracula Luxia: The Envoy". It was released on 25.08.2020.
== Plot ==
Now that the Vahnatai envoy has been freed, it is finally free to speak with Jared and his allies.
This conversation will eventually reveal the secret that will help our heroes defeat Rentar-Ihrno's worshippers, as well as the true reason why they are attacking everyone.
Many secrets will come to light and new plans will be made. The world has a chance to survive, now that the Vahnatai are helping it again.
But our heroes must act quickly, because there is little time before Rentar-Ihrno's forces can strike again. Before they can attack the city of Paris again, possibly slaying many of its innocent citizens... until they find the one that they are looking for.
Our heroes must act quickly and strike with no fear in their hearts if they want to succeed. But first, they must be told how to do so. And it looks like Ghall-Ihrno is the only one who can tell them about it.
== Story ==
"Speak, alien creature."- John says- "Don't waste any of our time, for it is very precious."
The Vahnatai smiles.
"I would never do that, human. I am here to help you, not waste your time."
Then it turns back to Jared.
"I forgot to introduce myself. I am Ghall-Ihrno- trusted envoy of the city of Olgai, far below our feet where the good Vahnatai, as well as our dear leaders are making plans on how to defeat our common enemy even as we speak."
Jared raises his eyebrow.
"They know about the threat?"- He asks- "But how? They were not attacked by them!"
He looks suspiciously at a nearby door that leads outside.
"Or... were they?"
Ghall-Ihrno nods.
"None were spared from the rage of their fanatical leader. Even when she is nothing but a bunch of rubble, she still torments her with her presence."
"No. Until all of her servants have been purged from our lands, there will never be a quiet moment for any of us."
Marinette leans forward.
"So, from what we heard just now, you said that Rentar-Ihrno is... rubble."- She says quietly- "What... what does that mean?"
Ghall-Ihrno shakes his head.
"It means that she was slain, By a group of adventurers, decades ago. But her spirit remains, dark and undisturbed by anyone."
"Even when she is not attached to anything, she is still a dangerous force to be reckoned with. Even now, she is looking for a new host to inhabit. A new... servant, to say at the very least. Someone she could use to accomplish her wicked goals and plunge Avernum and this world into eternal darkness."
Jared raises his eyebrow.
"No one of us will ever submit to her, no matter what she says. No matter what she offers!"
He turns back to his allies.
"Am I right, everyone?"
They all nod.
Ghall-Ihrno sighs.
"You are very much correct, Jared. However, there are some fools out there who are greedy and will gladly accept Rentar-Ihrno's offer, thus helping her in her suicidial quest for revenge. Her body may have fallen, but she knows that there is always someone who will willingly give their body to help her. Maybe one of her most devoted worshippers. Maybe another fool."
"It doesn't matter. She will return. And we must stop her."
Jared smiles and touches the tip of his sword.
"No matter how many times she comes to kill us, we will always defeat her. We will never surrender, until she and all of her foolish worshippers are dead!"
John, Marinette and Farrar nod.
"She can't last forever. That's for sure."- Marinette adds.
Ghall-Ihrno smiles and pats Jared on the shoulder.
"I applaud your skill in bravery in such a desperate situation, my friend. However, Rentar is not a normal enemy that you can easily slay with your blade. She is not a goblin, or perhaps an ogre. Or other such unimportant beasts."
"No. She is a powerful force, beyond human comprehension. She is very mad. She lusts for revenge and will do anything to achieve her goal. Nothing will stop her."
Jared looks at the ceiling sadly. He shakes his head.
"No! There must be a way!"- He says to himself- "I cannot let her attack the poor people out there just so she can satisfy her lust for revenge! I will not let anyone get hurt by this monster!"
Marinette approaches Ghall-Ihrno.
"So, there's no way we can defeat her? Not even a tiny glimpse of hope?"
Ghall-Ihrno stares into her eyes and smiles.
"Perhaps there is. But I must first discuss it with the Castle. They must know what we are about to do... "
Suddenly, Jared grabs the Vahnatai's neck and pulls it up with remarkable strength.
"Listen here, you fool!"- He yells at it- "This is very urgent! People are dying out there! Entire cities are getting razed to the ground by those savages! And you only came here to tell us that we must discuss our meeting with the Castle?!"
Ghall-Ihrno looks around. He is very scared.
"Well... but... but I-- "
Jared interrupts him almost immediately.
"No! There is no law or order in the Castle right now! The King is dead and the place is in disarray. My grandfather is doing his best to keep the residents within alive! This is no time for simple diplomacy!"
"This... is a time to act! This is no time for diplomacy, no matter what the council at Olgai says. And you must be a complete fool if you think otherwise!"
He stares into his eyes.
While Ghall-Ihrno's eyes only show one emotion- fear, those of Jared display a whole array of them.
Anger.
Guilt.
Bravery.
And this is a sign of something very important- He will never take "No" for an answer. Not in this situation.
Ghall-Ihrno finally gives up.
"Alright! Alright! I understand! I will speak with you! Just please, please let me go!"- He says.
Jared sees that he has finally convinced the foolish creature that there is no business to had at the Castle. That the situation is very urgent and no time should be wasted with pointless thoughts.
The Vahnatai takes a breath of fresh air and looks at Jared. 
At last, the boy's eyes return to normal. He is calm once again.
"I am very sorry about that."- He says stoically- "But there was no other way to tell you about the mess Avernum is in right now."
Ghall-Ihrno is shocked by what he just heard, somehow unaware of the mighty sovereign's untimely demise.
"I... I cannot believe this."- He says- "King Starrus the Second is... d-dead?!"
Jared nods.
"Unfortunately, But worry not. He only died because of natural causes. Our enemies have done nothing that would cause his death."
Ghall-Ihrno sighs.
"That does not relieve me, my friend."- He says- "Now that Avernum is in a state of disarray, who knows what Rentar-Ihrno's worshippers will do to the people there?"
He shakes his head.
"No. You are right. You are the most important person right now. I will tell you what to do."
He looks him in the eyes. This time, he is not afraid. And Jared can easily sense it.
"But... before I tell you about it, I want you to promise something."
Jared matches the Vahnatai's gaze and nods confidently.
"What do you want me to promise?"- He says stoically.
The Vahnatai nods, noting our hero's bravery.
"I can see it in your eyes. Your desire to slay those who threaten the delicate peace between our worlds. Your desire to go out and slaughter them, in the name of all that is sacred. But I want to hear it from you verbally."
He continues to stare at Jared intently.
"Jared Kaos, do you promise to fight against Rentar-Ihrno's forces and give it all that you've got? Do you promise to never get fooled by her promises of riches and fame and get rid of her without any doubt in your heart? Do you promise to show this world that you will never betray it, never let it down?"
Jared is silent for a minute. Everyone, but Ghall-Ihrno wonders why he is taking so long to answer.
Finally, he decides to speak:
"I cannot make any promises that I might fail to keep. But I give you my word that I will try my best to get rid of this scourge of the Underworld and show her that she has no place in this new generation, that she should have remained in the deepest depths where she truly belongs. That she and her filthy lackeys will never defeat the true heroes of Avernum- the ones who will always protect it, even when they are not there in Body, but are always there in Spirit."
He draws his sword and looks at it.
"Words do not matter in such a situation. Not at all, in fact. Instead, I will offer my services and show you that I am not someone who can talk all day about how he can defeat his enemies and save the world from all evil. That I am not some weakling with dreams of grandeur, or glory and wealth beyond telling."
"No, Ghall-Ihrno. I will show you that I am a man of my word and give Rentar-Ihrno what she truly deserves- Death. I will make her pay for all the crimes that she has commited against us."
Everyone in the room watches Jared in awe. Ghall-Ihrno himself is truly impressed by the boy's words.
"Those are the words that can only be heard from a true hero."- He says and smiles- "You have redeemed yourself in my eyes, young hero. Now come, for there is much to discuss and so little time!"
"And this time, you will be the hero who will save us all. Someone who is truly worthy to be called so."