By the way, Hans.

What do you look for in someone?

Ho ho ho, what is that look now?

What, wouldn't you agree it is rare for the two of us travel together?

I thought this sort of situation would allow us to build a closer relationship.

By the way, Owen looks the way he does now, but long ago...

Hey, just stop it right there, gramps.

If Hans hears anymore, Owen is gonna kill him...

Karl, eh?

It's been a while, gramps.

Or rather, ever since arriving in Ishgria. I suppose it hasn't been that long.

Hm, well it does seem you are fine at least.

Yes, sorry for making you worry.

But, I am acting of my own volition.

I thought I might as well tell you that.

Because...

Say nothing.

You gave this plenty of thought before acting upon it, did you not?

If so, then see it through to the end.

Elder Grahdens...

But of course, if you interfere with my goals, prepare to be thoroughly demolished.

Haha. But you also have Owen on your side!

It wouldn't be fair unless I had Hans on my side.

Hm, I'm afraid I cannot allow that.

You see, while you have been gone, Hans and I have greatly deepened our relationship.

If you're going to ask about relationships, Hans doesn't talk about that much.

Ho?! So you heard.

Ho, ho, ho.

Hahahaha.

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Let me ask you one thing, gramps.

What was Akras's dying will?

...... Where...where did you hear that from?

No, never mind.

Hans! Take care of gramps!

I suppose I'll be seeing you!

Hm, he seems to be doing well...

Considering the situation with Mirfah, this is a bit curious...

Hans.

I'm sorry, but I ask that you go ahead by yourself.

There is something I wish to look into.

Make sure that you explain this all to Owen and the others.

Well then, I'll leave this in your hands.

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...... It may be due to Lord Owen's presence, but no enemies are even coming near...

...and there's no idle talk, so we're progressing pretty quickly too.

Well, we should be fine like this, right?

Hmm, I figured this pair would be arguing more, however...

They are actually surprisingly tame.

Well then, I suppose I shall go see the other group.

I do wonder how my dear friend is doing.