The Alliance Leader's Ambitions

Hey there, my friend. It's funny how the monastery was once in ruins, but now it's downright bustling.

Thanks to a little promise five years ago, our buddies have all gathered, and even the knights have returned.

It's like we were all just waiting for you to awaken.

And now we're all going to band together against the Imperial army.

You should go and talk to everyone, if you can. There may be some who are still on the fence.

I have lost my dominion. My nobility may seem like nothing more than a title.

But I will never lose my noble heart.

I will stop Edelgard, even if it costs me my life.

I have turned my blade against her now. I cannot go back on that decision.

Professor... Do you think I chose the wrong path?

You are right...

The promise was made five years ago, but I must say I'm rather impressed by how many of us managed to make it.

Personally, I only showed up because I hoped to see you again, Professor.

I've been with my family in the Empire until recently. I admit to feeling a little guilty betraying Her Majesty...but only a little.

Now that we're all together again, I suppose the fighting will begin soon.

Hey, Professor! You won't believe what happened!

I figured I couldn't go back to the Empire after Garreg Mach fell, so I started drifting across the Kingdom and Alliance.

Then I just happened to run into our old class, so we came back to the monastery together!

Ah, at last, I return to my domain! My lonely paradise! My realm of exquisite solitude!

Huh? Professor? Is that, um. Is that you?

You, um. You didn't hear that just now, did you?

Laaa-la-laaa-la-laaa...

Professor! Oh my! It's so good to see you.

These days, so many old friends seem to be disappearing. But you... You're here!

It's incredible to see you again after five years!

I have a feeling your name will go down in history.

Edelgard is controlling the Empire. She is putting the pressure on the Kingdom and Alliance.

Empire and religion are at open war. It will be... difficult for us at first.

But corrupt nobles are many. That means the common people will rebel and be joining our side.

With you, Professor, the battle tides will...ah, will turn. I have certainty.

A country with no king has no future.

That's why I made my way here. Professor, don't let me down.

I'm the heir of House Gautier, and I'm fighting alongside a bunch of Alliance people?

I can just imagine my father's face contorted in anger and the delightful words he must have used to describe me.

I don't know how staying and fighting for Faerghus would have helped.

Sorry, Professor. I don't regret my decisions. I'm just thinking out loud.

And I'm hoping I haven't made a big mistake.

You're here, Professor, along with everyone from our old class. It's like we've gone back in time!

When I think that I'll be around you again, all of my sorrows just drift away.

Let's work together for the common good, like we did five years ago!

Members of the knights tell me that Father left their ranks five years ago.

They say he announced he was returning to the Kingdom, but nobody's heard from him since.

I haven't received word that he went back home to Mother...

Where could he be... Where are you, Father...

Professor. I have a proposal.

Why not go beyond the Knights of Seiros—instead, uniting with allies from all across Fódlan to fight for our cause?

Looking back, it would have been best to ally with the Kingdom and join forces against the Empire. But now the Kingdom is not exactly... Well...

I have written to my father to signal my intention to remain here. Not that I require his approval to do so.

There is not much for me to gain by returning to Alliance territory now.

But by staying, I will be able to influence the course of events directly, on the field of battle.

Fighting alongside you and everyone else is a dream come true, Professor!

And don't worry about my little sis. Right now she's back home helping out with the family business.

I kinda figured I was gonna be stuck going back and taking over for her.

But thanks to you and Claude, I get to work on my dream of becoming a proper knight!

It's been fixed up quite a bit, but its battle scars aren't so easily erased...

To think that a glorious cathedral, with a thousand year history...would end up like this.

I'll rebuild this place someday. This cathedral is the symbol of Fódlan.

Maybe I should paint a picture of the beautiful cathedral of old, while I still remember what it looked like...

I've grown weary and impatient—these past five years, my hands have been bound.

But now, I can finally take action with a clear goal. I'm grateful to you and to everyone.

Even with the church in shambles, we can still pray.

The goddess will surely hear our prayers, but still...

I hope the church can return to its former beauty someday.

I'm pretty headstrong, but Claude could give me a run for my money.

I mean, he's dragged the knights into this. You ought to be careful, Professor.

It's not just for my village that I'm fighting alongside you here, you know.

It's also that Captain Jeralt asked me, his first and greatest apprentice, to look out for you.

Of course, it wouldn't be enough just to keep you alive. It's my duty to make sure you win too.

So, do your best, Professor. And count on me to watch your back.

Five long years, I've searched for you and the archbishop. It is a pleasure to see you again.

The Church of Seiros will follow you from now on, but please do not abandon the search for Lady Rhea.

Professor, I am so glad you are unharmed!

No matter the path you walk, I will be with you every step of the way.

Anything you ask of me, I shall see it through. You saved my life, and I am in your debt.

Thankfully, it appears the records and equipment I need for my research have not been damaged.

I am most curious though. You say you were asleep for five whole years? Incredible.

Perhaps this is another effect of your Crest. I do look forward to investigating you in greater detail.

My, Professor. You haven't changed a bit!

At your age, I'd expect your whole demeanor to have changed greatly over five years...

Though I suppose I haven't changed either, right? Thank you for noticing, by the way.

I'd given up on ever seeing you again. Where have you been hiding?

Anyway, now that we're reunited in the land of the living, I must fulfill my promise!

In Lady Rhea's absence, I will follow you. That's what she would want me to do.

Know that wherever you might lead us, I'll continue searching for Lady Rhea.

I'm more of a mercenary than a knight these days. I work to get paid.

I never was too attached to Fódlan. I was considering leaving soon...

But I might change my mind if you're around.

I don't know anything about rebuilding, but I can sure do my best to clean up the mess.

I'm gonna keep Lady Rhea's room spotless, so she can use it right away whenever she gets back.

You gotta find her, Professor. You just gotta.

Greetings, Professor! Nothing to report!

You know, it's such a thrill to be able to greet you like this again!

I almost died as well in the battle five years ago, but I won't allow any enemies to get into this place again, I promise you that!

Even if the Death Knight shows up, I'll be sure to... Well, for now I'll keep training so I can eventually feel confident that I can stop him!

Things we can't obtain here are likely obtainable by way of the underground.

Are you unfamiliar with Garreg Mach's underground? The place is an absolute paradise for those who can't stay above ground.

Those Abyssian idiots. All they ever do is cause trouble.

We'd best purge the entire underbelly of Garreg Mach.

It seems that in the last five years, the monks here have left this place for the town below.

However, once they learn of our return, perhaps they'll come back.

I hope the monastery can return to normal some day...

During his search for Her Grace, the archbishop, Seteth has visited churches all across the land.

It served to demonstrate to the devout across Fódlan that the Church of Seiros is still going strong.

As a result, the faithful are not currently in a state of chaos.

In the Alliance, the lords have been at odds, so peace and prosperity have declined there as well.

In particular, bandits have been appearing in large numbers near the Great Bridge of Myrddin.

Rumor has it that the domain's lord, someone by the name of Acheron, is a completely ineffectual leader...

During the millennium festival, the leaders of all territories were supposed to gather together and pledge perpetual peace.

But now that hope has been dashed, thanks to the emperor's actions.

The Kingdom is also vastly different than before. I guess we'll never return to the world as it was five years ago...

Well, hello. It's been a while, hasn't it? Are you really so surprised to see me here?

I flew here just as soon as I heard you were alive. I care more than you may realize.

So long as our efforts are aligned, I'll happily work alongside you.

These past five years have been so chaotic, even the bounty hunters backed off. I kinda miss the chase.

I don't have family ties worth fighting for, so these muscles are up for grabs. Use me as you see fit, pal.

If you're worried my skills have dulled from disuse, think again. I've been fighting thieves to stay sharp.

Ahaha! You have the look of someone relieved to see me.

Before you ask, yes. My superior spellcraft is yours. It's your reward for waiting so patiently for me.

But my assistance has a price. I expect you to aid me in fulfilling my dream of restoring House Nuvelle.

You're back, finally! I've been waiting for so long.

I thought you might have died. But I didn't have anywhere else to go, so...I stayed here.

I've been kinda lonely. As you might have noticed, we've lost a few people down here.

Hey, Professor. How's it going? Making lots of coin?

I'd love to catch up, but I'm super busy right now. Working. For money. You understand.

Hey, Professor. How's it going? Making lots of coin?

I'd love to catch up, but I'm super busy right now. Working. For money. You understand.

There's unrest everywhere these days. All of my fellow merchants seem to be endangered.

I hope things go back to normal soon. People need more to smile about, aside from my great deals.

Abyss? You're interested in that place, are you?

Ancient sprawling remains deep below Garreg Mach... That's Abyss.

Some folks have made their home there. Obviously they all have their reasons and tales to tell.

But only the most enterprising merchant would venture near it. My advice? Avoid going there yourself.

Hey, you. Listen up. I've got something to report.

It's you. You're still alive! It's been five whole years, hasn't it? Time flies when you're standing guard.

That's right. I've been here the whole time. Day in and day out. Not like I have anywhere else to be.

Looks like the Knights of Seiros have returned. I wonder if Mr. Backup is back too...

A lot of folks cleared out once the fighting started.

People are saying it was the church that used to keep order around here.

But it's Yuri who's saving us from complete chaos.

A lot of folks cleared out once the fighting started.

People are saying it was the church that used to keep order around here.

Ah, I see. So you are Jeralt's child. You so resemble your mother.

I've been gone from the monastery for some time now because... Well, it matters not.

Might I...ask a favor of you?

Do you mind terribly picking up some fresh flowers to place upon your mother's grave?

I am certain she'd be deeply moved to receive a gift from you.

Thank you so much. This is just the type of flower she once loved so dearly.

I can rest easy now.

I must be off. Take especially good care of yourself, won't you?

Please, look after Jeralt. She'd have wanted that.