I feel like I haven't had a chance to gather my thoughts in far too long. Hearing from Philius changed everything. The Black Mage is coming, and his curse still has its hold over the Elves...

At least I was able to find Athena Pierce. But then the Black Wings found us, and now the Black Mage's minions know where to find us.

Thankfully, now we have Empress Cygnus on our side, and her knights seem strong enough to keep the village safe.

I can't shake this feeling of dread. The Black Mage's shadow lingers over Maple World once more... And the person at the front of that battle is a frail little girl. Will she be ready to fight when the time comes?

All I can do is make sure the Elves are ready. Athena Pierce will want to know about our alliance with Cygnus.

(You will be moved to Athena Pierce if you accept.)

Turning in the quest

Your Highness! Neinheart wrote that he's sent knights to the village. Elluel should be safe for now. I'm glad we...is something wrong? You don't look well.

This Empress... Is she all right? Can she really stand against the Black Mage?

I didn't believe it at first. Empress Cygnus has had more responsibility forced upon her than she was ready for. But...

But?

You taught me that a good ruler goes to any lengths to save her people. And that's exactly the kind of ruler she is.

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Empress Cygnus reminds me of you, Your Highness. She's got her back to a cliff, but she won't back down. Ever.

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It'll be nice to see Athena Pierce again.