This is a complete AU were King Gangrel never provokes Ylisse to go to war. There are a lot of big changes too. If you want to find out what they are you'll have to keep reading.

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Phila I

The day had finally come. Months of preparation had been spent on making sure the next few days went flawlessly. Peace was on the line; the ultimate goal. Leaders from all over the world would be coming to the palace in order to ensure peace and create new opportunities for their people to grow richer. Needles to say, this put a lot of pressure on a certain Pegasus Knight named Phila. Her Pegasus Knights had been tasked with overseeing security and protection of all the VIPs that were going to be in attendance. She was personally going to be her queen's bodyguard as she'd been for years. She was humbled by the trust that queen Emmeryn had in her. She wouldn't be letting her down.

Phila had woken much earlier than usual that morning. With the added responsibilities she had for The Summit, as it was being called, she wanted to do some last checks before checking on the Exalt. The palace of the the Halidom of Ylisse was grand. Corridor after corridor, room after room, all decorated perfectly. She could see that she wasn't the only one that decided on an early morning. Much of the people employed were already rushing around, finishing off tasks or double or triple checking that everything that had to be done was done.

As she finished looking around, she stopped along the way to Emmeryn's room when she spotted a knight in blue armor. She recognized the man anywhere. Sir Frederick was his name. A stoic man that took his work very seriously, much like she did. It came as no surprise to her why he'd been chosen to look over Emmeryn's younger siblings, the prince and princess.

"Good morning, Sir Frederick," she greeted the man when she got just a few steps away from him. A safe and respectful distance.

The man turned to look at her, surprised by her sudden words. His expressionless mask disappeared for a moment as he gave her a small smile and a nod. "Morning to you too, Phila," Frederick greeted back. "I'm not surprised to see that you're already doing your rounds."

Phila returned the man's smile with one of her own. "It is imperative that this event goes without as much as a single loose end," she told him. "It is very important to her majesty. I can trust that you will have prince Chrom and princess Lissa ready by the time the guest arrive?"

"Of course," he told her with a great air of confidence. "Even if I have to drag them there kicking and biting, you have my word that they will be there."

"Very well. I leave you to your task." Phila parted ways with Frederick. That man was everything one expected of a knight working for royalty. From all the people working for the royals, he was the only one she considered an equal when it came down to getting results.

When she reached her destination, she was faced with a massive wooden door. It was tall and wide enough that a wyvern could be walked through it. Why that would ever happen, Phila didn't know. She didn't question architecture or interior design. Those were two areas that her expertise lacked. Instead of pondering more about it, she just accepted it. With a light knock on the door, she made her presence known to the figure behind it.

"Come in," a feminine voice called out.

Phila entered the room, closing the door behind her. Inside said room was the Exalt. As it was to be expected as someone with such a title, the room was incredible. Tall ceilings, huge windows that looked down to the city, the best tapestries and decorations one could ever think of were all there. She once had confide in Phila that most of the more lavish possessions in her room were gifts from Lords and Ladies, surely trying to get her favor. Still, it made for quite a sight.

In the center of the room was a small circular table with three chairs around it-one for her and one for each of her siblings. Sitting in one of them was Emmeryn. She looked as beautiful as any other day. She was reading some papers while drinking a cup of tea. Phila recognized the papers as dossiers she'd put together on the guests. "Good morning, your grace," she said. "I hope I'm not disturbing you. I wanted to report that everything is going ahead of schedule. We will be ready for the guests with time to spare."

The blonde woman turned her face and body ever so slightly in the direction of the Pegasus Knight, a sincere smile plastered going from cheek to cheek. "Ah, Phila," she said as she set down her cup of tea. "Good morning. I knew I could count on you with such a big task. Please, take a seat and drink some tea with me." She waved her free hand towards a chair that was just besides her.

Such a thing would be out of the question for someone of Phila's status. But after so many years of developing their relationship, Phila knew that no amount of protesting from her part would change the mind of the queen. Who was her to defy her? "Thank you, your grace," she told her. She moved over to the chair and took a seat. She took hold of the tea pot and filled up a cup for her and topped off Emmeryn's. Gods know that she would try to serve one for me, she thought.

"I've been reading through this files you sent me," Emmeryn said. "They are very detailed and there are a great deal too many. Would you be so kind as to help me with them?"

Phila knew that the files were extensive. She'd compiled all known information of the guests that were to come. Others had told her that she was taking things overboard, but she would have none of that. This was an easy task for her. As she'd been the one that made them, she knew the contents of every single one of the files." Very well, your grace." She took the files that were on the table and looked at them to see which ones were present.

"From Regna Ferox, we will be having three guests. Khan Flavia is the current reigning Khan. She commands the western part of Ferox. She is as tough as a warrior can get. They say she can be as kind to people as she can be fearsome to her enemies.

Representing the east, Khan Basilio will be here. He is a very renowned warrior. Despite his age, it's said he is unbeatable in combat. As a leader, he is very relaxed. Perhaps too much so. Until recently, he was the reigning Khan. His relationship with the younger Khan Flavia is only platonic. He'll be arriving with Khan Flavia and will also bring his granddaughter, Olivia."

"Khan Basilio has a granddaughter?" Emmeryn asked in surprise. "This is the first I've heard of this."

Phila nodded. "Yes, although it is not known if they are related by blood or not. He certainly treats her as one would treat family."

"That is good to know. What about Plegia?"

"The King of Plegia is bringing a lot of guests with him. There will be seven in all, including personal bodyguards. The king's name is Validar. It's said he is a just man. He follows Grima and keeps the Grimleal under control. His ways aren't what you would expect from a Grimleal leader, however. My sources say that since he took power 15 years ago, there have been no talks, not even rumors, about bringing back the Fell Dragon."

"Sounds like an interesting man. I will be pleased if I could speak with him personally. What about the other Plegian guests?"

"The King is bringing with him both of his children. The oldest and heir to the throne is named Aversa. She is being accompanied by a young woman named Tharja. Both of them are accomplished in the dark arts. Lady Aversa rides a black Pegasus. She can be very forward with people she likes, or so they say. As for Tharja, the only thing I was able to find about her is that she can be a very good with hexes. Word has it that she has a very short fuse. I would insist of not approaching her more than it is required, your grace."

Emmeryn giggled at Phila's concerned voice. "I'll keep that in mind, but I can't promise anything. Please, continue."

"Very well. Though he might not be the heir, prince Robin is the one most people would approach first. He is an accomplished strategist, despite his young age. Some of these accomplishments include ending infighting in Plegia, prohibiting the hunt, sell, and trade of living, including the Tagule and Marakete. He dissolved all animosity that had formed between those species and the crown for decades in just a couple of years. He is the reason we will be having representatives of both species with us. Representative Nowi for the Manakete and Representative Panne for the Taguel."

"Lord Robin sounds like quite a character. I'll be glad to get to know such a man. Is there anything else you can tell me about him?"

"Of course. Despite being a man of peace, he is known to enter combat from time to time. He wields a sword and magic as his weapons. Like his father and sister, he uses dark magic, but is also able to use elemental magic without any effort. This is something surprising from someone his age. He is the same age as prince Chrom, and yet, has done so much. It may have to do with a mark on his right hand."

"A mark on his hand?"

"Yes. They call it the Grima's heart. I gather that it is something similar as the mark of the Exalt that runs in your family, your grace. However, this is the first I've heard of it.

"The last guest from Plegia is Lord Robin's bodyguard. I couldn't find anything about this man except that he is a mercenary and goes by the name of Gregor."

"A mercenary as a bodyguard?" Emmeryn thought about the possible circumstances that would make Robin do such a thing. "He must be quite the fighter."

"I intend to find out, your grace."

"You shouldn't concern yourself with such small matters, Phila. If a man of peace as prince Robin has him under his command, then I doubt this man, Gregor, will try to intervene with the peace talks."

Phila continued to go through the list of guests. From Valm, king Yen'fay from Chon'sin and his bodyguard Lon'qu. The Voice of Naga, Lady Tiki and her bodyguard Say'ri, who happens to be Yen'fay's younger sister. From Rosanne, Duke Virion and vassal Cherche. Representing Northern Valm, Walhart The Conqueror.

"Lastly, from Ylisse, we will have a number of nobles, including Lady Maribelle and Lord Ricken. Some of the local guilds are sending representatives as well. Anna from the Merchants Guild, Vaike from the Fighters Guild, and Miriel from the Science Guild. In all, the most influential people in the Halidom of Ylisse will be present, your grace."

The conversation was interrupted when the door opened. A maid had opened it and let two women in. Before leaving, the maid bowed and then closed the door. Phila stood as the two approached. She turned to look at Emmeryn. "Your grace, these are two of the Pegasus Knights were assigned to the main room. I believe you know Sumia already." The girl bowed.

"It's good to see you again, Sumia," Emmeryn told the girl. She stood too, seeing as she didn't want to be the only one sitting. "My brother isn't causing you too much trouble, I hope?"

Sumia shook her head and smiled at her Exalt. "No, your grace," she said. "Chrom and the other Shepherds have been really good to me. It's because of my time with them that I was able to join the Pegasus Knights."

"I'm glad," said Emmeryn. She turned her attention to the other woman, who was a lot taller than Sumia. "I don't believe we've met before."

"No, your grace," the girl answered. "I've met your brother and sister before, though. Like with Sumia, they've been really good to me. My name is Cordelia."

"Cordelia here is one of our rising stars, your grace" Phila added. "She has everything in her that makes for a fine Pegasus Knight. I would dare say that she may take my place in a few years."

The redhead blushed furiously. "I-I still… I have much to learn yet, Captain Phila."

"If Phila praised you," Emmeryn cut in. "I believe you will get further than you think. The same goes to you, Sumia. Phila has had many good things to say about you in the past as well."

Now with the two girls embarrassed by being praised by the queen, it was time to get things moving. Phila looked over at the pair and with a more commanding voice asked, "are the guests arriving now?"

Cordelia tensed up at hearing her commanding officer. "Yes, captain! Both the guests from Plegia and from Regna Ferox entered the city just a few minutes ago. They should be arriving to the palace soon."

"Very well. Escort them to the ballroom. Sumia, what about our guests from Valm?"

This time Sumia tensed up. "They are on their way to the capital right now, ma'am. If they don't have any unforseen delays, they will arrive in two hours the latest."

"Make sure you are ready to receive them and escort them when they get here. You are dismissed."

"Yes, captain!" Both girls said in unison. They walked towards the door and exited the room, leaving only Phila and Emmeryn behind.

"Shall we prepare to leave as well, then?" Emmeryn asked.

"I believe that would be wise, your grace."

Phila guided Emmeryn out of her room. It had been decided that the event would take place in two main sections of the palace. The first would be the ballroom. As the name stated, it was a room mainly designated for dancing. The size of it made it the perfect place to host so many people at once. Another reason it was selected was because it lead to the main garden, the other section that had been selected for the event. It garden was decorated with many water fixtures as well as extravagant and foreign flowers. The color of the flowers, the sound of the water, and the nice, light breeze that passed through it made for a relaxing atmosphere. Surely, the guests would appreciate not being confined to a single space.

Both areas had finished being decorated as Phila and Emmeryn got there. There were many tables scattered around along with chairs to seat everyone. The first day of The Summit was meant to be a day of socializing. Everyone would be able to make acquaintances and relax for the coming peace talks the next day. The schedule didn't extend much past that. Peace wasn't something that could be rushed if everybody were to be happy.

"I'm always amazed at the amount of work the help can put together in such short notice," commented Emmeryn. "Such attention to detail too."

"Morning, Emm," said and approaching Chrom, Lissa lagging just a little behind him, and Frederick at the back of the pack, surely to make sure that they didn't try to run away. "The place looks great!"

"Aren't we missing the most important thing?" Asked Lissa, who had her hands on her hips, pouting. Everyone turned to look at her. Had something really been forgotten? If that was the case, it could spell disastrous!

"What might that be, dear sister?" Emmeryn questioned, calm as ever.

"Duh! Guests!" Phila let out a mental sigh of relief. "Where is everyone? Frederick said that they were all here already…"

Frederick coughed into his fist. "I did," he confessed. "It was the only way you would come out of your room, milady."

"Ugh!" Lissa grumbled. "You tricked me! You are going to pay the consequences."

"I rather not."

"He knows you too well, Lissa," Chrom said with a sly smile. "It's too late to complain about it now. What's done is done. I don't think you're going to get a chance to prank him to get even anytime soon either. Gods know how long this whole thing will take."

"Milord, I plead you don't utter such words when the guests arrive. They may find it disrespectful."

"I know, I know." Chrom rolled his eyes.

"If it pleases you to know, milord," said Phila. "A lot of your Shepherds will be making an appearance today." She turned to look at Lissa. "Lady Maribelle should be here shortly." Both Chrom and Lissa. relaxed at hearing that. "Sumia and Cordelia will also be here. They will be working, but I'm sure they both will be more than happy to talk to you, milord."

Emmeryn and Lissa giggled. Phila knew the reason for this. They both knew that those two girls had romantic feelings towards the prince. It wasn't too surprising. Most young girls (some older ones too) had a crush on Chrom. If only Chrom wasn't, as Frederick put it once, so thick headed he would see it.

"I'll make sure to talk to them, then," Chrom said more satisfied with the situation. "Thanks, Phila."

"It's my pleasure, milord."

A few minutes passed until the first guests arrived. Local highborns started entering the room, making their way to greet the Exalt and her siblings. Phila stayed close to Emmeryn, just behind her. The knight's eyes moved from face to face. As a precaution, she had memorized the faces of all the people that would be at attendance that day. It wasn't an easy task, but she was glad to do it. She saw Lady Maribelle, Lord Ricken, and even Vaike and Miriel make their way inside.

The people scattered around, including Lissa, Chrom, and Frederick. The only ones that remained static were the Exalt and her bodyguard. They had to wait there at least until the people from Plegia and Ferox arrived. As if hearing this thought, Cordelia entered the ballroom.

"May I have your attention please," she called out. Heads turned her way and the chattered died down. "May I present King Validar, representative of Plegia, as well as Reigning Khan Flavia and Khan Basilio from Regna Ferox."

Now the real battle began. From that moment onwards, the highest targets for assassination were now all gathered in a single room.

I searched and searched and I can't find any stories that involve Phila! I thought she was a really great character, even if she was on the game for just a bit. They should've included her in some DLC, honestly.

I came up with this idea last night. It got stuck in my head that I just had to type it up. I thought about keeping this as a one-shot, but then this morning I got more and more ideas about things I want to do with this story. I can't say how long of a story it will be, but as long as you all find it interesting I'll keep it going. I'm trying to include all the characters that I can for this by giving them different roles. Expect to see most of them at some point or another. I still have to come up with something for two or three of them. Worst case scenario, I'll end up asking you guys for suggestions.

Hope you enjoy this story!~