At last, we've finally reached Mistral...

The promised land that you saw in your vision should be just ahead.

Yes, it should be...

Somewhere ahead there's a place where people can live happily, free of the menacing gods.

Still...we can't let our guard down.

The God Army probably knows that we're here...

For all we know, they're breathing down our necks right now.

I'm sure everyone is worn out from our long journey. We've got to keep things together to set a good example.

You're right.

We made it this far because we all worked together.

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You don't need to worry so much.

I'm sure Aneil will find us a safe route.

Yeah, he will. We can't start having doubts now!

That's the spirit!

Hmm...

What's wrong, Aneil? You look worried.

Oh, it's you, Rhein.

If you're holding a map and looking worried, I guess it's got something to do with our route?

Um, yeah...

Since most of the roads in Mistral are twisted and winding, there are a lot of places for enemies to hide.

I want to take the shortest route we can, even if it's a difficult one.

At the same time, odds are the God Army will be waiting for us no matter where we go, so I can't decide...

And on the other hand, it looks like it would take quite a while to get there using a safer route.

Hmm... The people are exhausted. Do they have the strength to make it if we take the long way?

That is also something to consider...

Then just leave it to me. I'll be sure to keep ahead of whatever comes our way, and take action before the people are in danger.

But we don't know what kind of enemies to anticipate, or when...

Even so.

Right now, our highest priority has to be guiding the people to their destination as quickly as possible.

Am I wrong?

No, you're right. Fine...please do your best.

Aneil, did you decide on a route?

Oh, Reed!

Yes. I think we should take the shortest route, since we don't have a lot of time to spare.

Hehe, then that's the plan. Thank you for all your help, Aneil!

All right, just a bit farther and we'll be at the promised land! We're not leaving a single man or woman behind!

You never change.

Eru!

We're not leaving a single man or woman behind, huh?

While that's very like you to say...

...do you really think you can manage it, knowing the dangers that await you?

Do you even have to ask?

I'll show you I can!

Hmph, you really do never change...

So, um... More importantly, how were things when you checked out the area?

I feel like you took quite a while... I mean, for a scouting mission...

Yeah, I didn't see anything dangerous enough to pose a threat to us at a glance, though.

All right, then all we have to do is keep moving forward!

Still, since the group we're leading has grown...

...the people won't be the only ones who have learned of us. The God Army will know by now, too.

Th-That's...

......

While I doubt they know that this land was our destination...

...I still have a bad feeling about things. It's only a feeling, though.

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Relax. If something goes wrong, I'll scout it out like I always do.

And everyone else can keep moving ahead like they always do.

You're right. We'll be fine if we all help each other.

Okay, now let's head out!

We've only got a little bit more to go until we reach our goal!