Are my companions really this way?

Yes.

They were all injured when they were caught up in the collapse, so I treated their wounds.

I see...

By the way, you said you were sent on a mission to collect information on Ishgria, didn't you?

If you don't mind, could you share what you've uncovered so far?

Of course. I'd be happy to share what I know...

However, I don't feel like there will be much difference...

...between the information I have, and what you've gathered.

I see. That's unfortunate.

......

By now, Krantz and the others should have given up on searching for me and started moving again...

So this is far enough.

...?

Isn't it about time you showed me your true nature?

Whatever could you mean?

I'm sorry, but I don't trust gods and goddesses at all.

Let alone those who serve Lucius!

......

I had heard that Lucius was revered in your world...

...and thus decided to mention his name. It seems to have had the opposite of the intended effect on you.

Grh!

You leave me no choice.

While this is not how I wished things to go, it appears I must silence you by force.