......

......he he. We did it.

Of course, it was nothing like the real thing, but it was still a pretty strong opponent.

...Hans?!

Oh, I finally got through to you!

I was so worried that I wouldn't be able to get a hold of you!

And it looks like you were somehow able to defeat that demon safely too.

I've been able to confirm that its presence has vanished!

That means you have completed your mission. Good job out there!

We'll be awaiting your safe return here at the Survey Office.

By the way, we knew nothing concerning the demon's appearance this time around.

Can you tell me what it looked like?

Otherwise I'm not really sure about how to write my report without that information.

That's all right.

Once we get back to Randall, I'll make sure to help you with your report as well.

What? Really?

That would be great!!

But, is it really okay?

It's no problem.

There is something else I want to discuss with the Summoners' Hall anyway...

...concerning this particular event.

Paris, you sound a bit scary...

He he, you really think so?

Oh, I almost forgot!

Now that I have a chance to ask, when you two get back here...

...we should go have dinner together!!

What?!

Is that a no?

I really wanted to hear all of your stories, Paris!

I...

.......I see.

Well, I guess there's no harm in joining you for a bit.

Thank you!!

Okay, I'll make the reservations right away!!

He he he. She's always quite enthusiastic, isn't she?

But I wonder if I have changed somewhat.

Hey, Hans.

Up till now I've only thought of the Imperial Guard, and about the empire...

No...all I did was for Lord Eriole's sake...

But I need to change. I need to look at everything from different perspectives and angles.

He he. I'm sorry. I must sound like I'm mad.

In order for us to accomplish our goals, there are still many things we have to do.

We don't have time to stand idly!

Tilith is risking her life for us...

...so we need to find a way to keep moving forward, no matter what.

Hans.

My goals may be different from before, but...

...it looks like I'll continue fighting by your side.

So let's do our best without angering Tilith.

To think my plans would work perfectly until the very end. I surprise even myself!

Not only have Paris and Hans grown a lot throughout this journey...

...but I also got to witness a portion of the demon's special abilities.

With this I can make my mock Units even more powerful.

And it looks like Paris wants to see more of the world...

...though I'd be much happier if she just left the Imperial Guard and joined Summoners' Hall.

That way I could use her talents for my own ends more freely.

But only she can make that choice, so...

Anyway, the first thing I want her to do is just to become stronger.

With that I would be able to build a more powerful mock Unit, and that alone would suffice.

Well, who should we go after next?