I think Fadahl's plan is a good one.

But...I think I should go ahead to suppress Ragruvord alone in this case.

All of you, please obey the messenger, and return to Grand Gaia.

Naturally, that means the troops too.

Do...do you realize what you're saying?!

Yeah. You think it's a bad idea?

Obviously! Of course I think it's a bad idea!!

What in the world will you accomplish by yourself?!

I know what you're thinking.

You know of the dangers of this land, and are trying to send us home, aren't you?

You intend to stop the demons yourself.

Ha ha ha. You're sharp as ever, Fadahl. You see through me every time.

You really are stupid...

Three is the minimum number required for us to carry out any mission.

To fulfill our duties properly, we will split into two groups of three.

I'm not prepared to let you break this rule.

......

...... All right.

And, we will be the ones returning to aid Lord Karna Masta.

The message was delivered to me, via a self-proclaimed messenger from the gods.

And to be honest, I am sure I sensed power and dignity befitting that title.

At the same time, he said nothing about our current mission to suppress Ragruvord.

......

It's not that I'm doubting the messenger, but how can I explain...

Something still feels off about this order to return to Grand Gaia.

......

I'm surprised.

To think that you, Fadahl, of all people, would doubt the words of a messenger from the gods.

In my mind, the word of the god who saved our lives is absolute.

But, I guess after spending a long time adventuring with you, I have become suspicious.

You're saying it's my fault?

Exactly, I'm blaming you as a non-believer.

That hurts...

Hmph, anyway...

...Claire, Colt, you're returning to Grand Gaia with me.

Like I said, I have no objections to that.

As long as this idiot doesn't stay behind by himself.

Me too, no problems with that decision.

Because our duty as Guardians of Meirith, is to protect Lord Karna Masta.

So it's decided. Diana, Ivris, sorry, but you'll be staying here with me.

No doubt the demons will be fierce opponents, but I promise that I will protect you.

Don't worry about it.

I intended to stay from the start.

M-Me, too. While Fadahl and those two head back to defend Lord Karna Masta...

...we will stay here and take care of the demons. Sounds like a good plan to me.

In order to defend Grand Gaia, I will defeat as many demons as I have to. I consider it an important duty.

Oh, but... It'll be a bit lonely...without Colt around.

Huh?!

I mean, there's no one else I quite enjoy teasing as much as you, Colt!

Wh-Why you...!

He he...

Okay, with that settled, let's get going.

We have no time to waste.

......

Quaid, Diana, Ivris...

Just so you know, I have no intention of this meeting being our last.

After you've defeated the demons, hurry and find a way to safely return to Grand Gaia.

After we've finished our business...

...we will make a request to Lord Karna Masta, and will definitely return to this world.

So, I'm counting on you.

Got it.

Fadahl, Claire, Colt...

After we've defeated the demons, we will also come to your aid.

So... You three stay safe, too.

As a Guardian of Meirith, I don't want to bear the pain of losing any of my comrades.