Rhodon Aftermath (Normal)

## Summary

Lord of Avillon talks to Taneli, an envoy of Lumisade about coming to Lumisade's aid. Cesaire tells Gallus's Emperor about the events in Rhodon.

## Character List

### Major Characters

* Lord of Avillon
* Taneli
* Charlotte Grace (Earth)

### Minor Characters

* Fram Berge (Water)
* Rouin
* Johan Talede (Light)
* Mikhail Blake (Dark)
* Lyn Blake (Water)
* Gallus's Emperor
* Cesaire

## Dialogue

[Avillon has occupied Rhodon]

[The Citadel of Avillon]

**Fram:** I can’t believe we actually conquered Rhodon! Just goes to show we can do anything with Highness by our side!
**Rouin:** Congratulation once again, Your Highness. You’ve defeated the strongest nation in the West. However, there is now a great amount of organizational work that must be done. Thinking about it is enough to bring me headaches...
**(Lord):** Hold on for just a while longer... We’re currently looking for as many uncorrupted officials as possible across all of Rhodon.
**Rouin:** Understood. I count it as a blessing that we have such a talented leader guiding us, and take joy in the fact that I have work to do. I shall start working on the most urgent matters, then.
**Johan:** Sorry to interrupt, Your Highness, but an envoy from Lumisade has come bearing an apparently urgent missive.
**(Lord):** Lumisade...? What could the elves want from us? I know they were once allies with our ancestors, but they have been out of communication for years... At any rate, let’s hear what they have to say. Send in the messenger.
**Johan:** Yes, Your Highness.
**Taneli:** Greetings (Lord), Monarch of Avillon. I am Taneli Kubai, messenger of Lumisade.
**(Lord):** It is not often we get visitors from the North. I feel like we should celebrate, but let us first hear your message.
**Taneli:** Thank you for your kindness. The situation in our country is dire, so forgive me for proceeding immediately to deliver the message entrusted to me by the Archmage of the Second Tower, Lucilicca La’eleya.
**Charlotte:** What...?!
**Lucilicca:** “Greetings. My name is Lucilicca La’eleya, and I am the Archmage of the Second Tower of Lumisade. You must be confused by this unexpected visit. Unfortunately, I could not wait any longer, else circumstances would have prohibited me from sending a messenger.”
**(Lord):** ...
**Lucilicca:** “Lumisade is currently being overthrown by large groups of pure-bloods in every region, stirred up by nationalist sentiments expressed by Laphlaes Selkana, the Archmage of the First Tower, which have granted him widespread support. What started as mere sparks has now grown into an unstoppable wildfire. I personally believe nationalism to be a poison that will only taint the future of our people. With a dwindling population and isolationist policies, elves may very well become nothing more than a memory in a matter of generations.”
**(Lord):** She’s not wrong. There already seem to be relatively few elves in the world…
**Lucilicca:** “I do not wish to see that happen, to the point where I am asking for Avillon’s aid. The pure-bloods view Avillon as a completely foreign power, and will no doubt accuse me of treason for reaching out. However, if we do not extinguish this flame, I am afraid it will quickly consume us. The lives of the small number of humans and Therians residing in Lumisade have already been threatened. Please, for their lives, and for the dignity of the elves, I ask that Avillon provide whatever support you can.”
**(Lord):** ...
**Taneli:** ...That is the end of the Second Archmage’s missive.
**(Lord):** This doesn’t seem like something I can answer immediately. Perhaps you should get a bit of rest. I will consult with my advisors and let you know of our decision.
**Taneli:** Thank you. Mm...
**(Lord):** Is there something else you would like to say?
**Taneli:** It is just my personal opinion, Your Highness...
**(Lord):** You are a messenger and a representative of your nation. You may speak freely.
**Taneli:** There is something strange happening in Lumisade. People have been overcome by rage that wasn’t there before... They attack neighbors who had previously been friends, and scream about cutting all ties with other nations.
**(Lord):** ...
**Taneli:** I’m... scared. As elves, we had always strived to live in peace and harmony with all things, a worldview that I believe is correct. The Second Archmage, whom I serve, is honestly not very adept when it comes to politics. But she is morally upright and eager to act, which has earned her the respect of many people. It may not be my place to say this as a simple messenger, but I am very worried that she will be engulfed in this flame of which she speaks. I would ask that you give real consideration to her plea.
**(Lord):** I understand your point of view. The Second Archmage is lucky to have such a loyal guard.
**Taneli:** I fear I have overstepped my bounds... Please, forgive me.
**(Lord):** It’s okay. Go take a break. The knights will show you where you can rest.
**Taneli:** Thank you, Your Highness.
**(Lord):** ...What do you think, Rouin?
**Rouin:** I am somewhat torn, as it is difficult to know what is happening in Lumisade by the Second Archmage’s missive alone. I also cannot put aside her possible political motivations. She may simply be bitter at her rival, and her letter could be a scheme to enlist Avillon in an attempt to bolster her faltering forces.
**Johan:** I agree with Rouin. Our priority should be stabilizing the situation in Rhodon. We leave ourselves open to a great amount of danger if we overextend ourselves to help Lumisade.
**(Lord):** ...What about you, Mikhail?
**Mikhail:** I am not familiar with politics, but from what I know, the Second Archmage is a genuine, honest person.
**Johan:** You spent your younger years in Lumisade, did you not, Sir Mikhail?
**Mikhail:** I did. Lyn probably doesn’t remember it very well, but I do.
**Lyn:** Why’re you bringing me into this?!
**Charlotte:** ...
**(Lord):** Anything you would like to say, Charlotte?
**Charlotte:** The Second Archmage... Lucilicca... I, uh... I think she’s my aunt.
**(Lord):** Wait, what?
**Johan:** Hm?
**Charlotte:** My biological father used to tell my stories when I was younger. He said his sister held a high position in Lumisade, and complained a few times about how she didn’t care about him, where he was or what he was doing. He called her Lucilicca. I used to think he was just making it up to sound important.
**(Lord):** Well, that’s...
**Johan:** But Charlotte, isn’t your last name “Grace”? It’s different from the Second Archmage’s...
**Charlotte:** I started using my mom’s name after my dad left us. I didn’t want anything to do with him.
**Johan:** Oh, I’m... I’m so sorry.
**Charlotte:** It’s okay. I know you didn’t mean anything by it.
**(Lord):** This is quite the discovery. I would’ve never guessed that our own made-a-mess-at-the-Academy Charlotte was related to...
**Charlotte:** Honestly, other than our blood relation, there’s nothing between us. We’ve never even met. I just heard the name earlier and it suddenly came back to me. Don’t... Don’t worry about it, Highness. It would put me in a strange position if my family relations were to somehow influence your decision.
**(Lord):** Don’t worry, Charlotte, I wouldn’t ever put you in that position. Besides, I already made my decision before hearing your story.
**Rouin:** Swift decisions are often well made; it is good to listen to your instincts. May I ask what decision you’ve come to, Your Highness?
**(Lord):** We’re heading to Lumisade.
**Johan:** Wherever you lead, I shall follow!
**Fram:** Hey, Highness. Did I come at a bad time? What’s goin’ on? I was out cleaning some of my gear...
**(Lord):** No, you’re just in time. Get ready to head out.
**Fram:** Again? That mean we’re goin’ to that elf town? Nice!
**Charlotte:** I’ll get ready, too! It’ll be my first time going to my father’s homeland. I’m a little nervous...
**Rouin:** Don’t worry about Rhodon; I shall take care of stabilizing the situation here. Please, be careful.
**(Lord):** I always trust you, Rouin. Now, let us make for Lumisade in the North!

[Gallus has occupied Revair]

[Gallus Imperial Palace]

**???:** ...
**Cesaire:** Your servant greets you, Majesty.
**???:** The residue of a long-distance teleportation spell still lingers on you, Cesaire.
**Cesaire:** ...I apologize, Your Majesty. I judged it necessary to monitor the situation in the West.
**???:** While I understand you acter out of loyalty, I do not like you making such judgements by yourself.
**Cesaire:** I will gladly accept any punishment Your Majesty would have for me.
**???:** There will be no need for that. Your remorse is enough.
**Cesaire:** I thank you for your mercy, Majesty.
**???:** Judging from your face, I assume developments in the West have been... interesting?
**Cesaire:** I never cease to be amazed by Your Majesty’s discernment. An unknown element has disrupted our plan to instigate a war using Rhodon’s forces.
**???:** Is that so? No matter. Slight setbacks in the West change nothing. The plan is already in motion.
**Cesaire:** Your will be done, Majesty. Glory be to Gallus!