Edelgard & Linhardt A+

Edelgard
Here again, I see.

Linhardt
Of course, Your Majesty. I couldn't investigate this place freely when those of the church were around.

Edelgard
Understandably. Now, about my proposal to create an institution for Crest and Relic research...

Edelgard
I've decided to move forward with it. As for who will lead the charge...

Linhardt
You want me to be in charge of the thing after all, don't you?

Edelgard
Actually, no. I was just considering some conditions for whoever applies for the job.

Linhardt
Conditions? What kind of conditions?

Edelgard
To start, I won't allow the position to be a secondary one. That excludes lords who are busy looking after their own territories.

Linhardt
Are you suggesting land-holding lords would have no means of applying?

Edelgard
Quite the opposite. I'm looking for applicants with enough passion for the job that they're willing to relinquish any land-holding rights they possess.

Edelgard
They will be provided with necessities like food, clothing, and housing but will receive no further compensation.

Edelgard
That said, they will be free to take as much time off as they desire.

Linhardt
Do you expect anyone to be interested in such an odd position?

Edelgard
That's my hope.

Linhardt
Have you gone mad? Demanding someone rescind their land rights and then provide no compensation?

Linhardt
Even the unlimited time off is a rather discourteous perk to offer.

Linhardt
No one would accept room, board, and endless time to research... No one but me. Why must you...

Edelgard
Why must I what?

Linhardt
Why must you understand me so well? I asked you to consider the feelings of those below you...

Linhardt
I never expected you to consider mine to this extent.

Edelgard
I told you I'd figure out a way to make use of your talents that you'd find acceptable.

Linhardt
Honestly... No woman has ever gone through this much trouble for me before.

Edelgard
Then have you decided?

Linhardt
Yes, I have. I would be most pleased to accept your offer, Your Majesty.