She'd never thought to see him again - but there he was, striding arrogantly down the main thoroughfare. Was it a fated new beginning or merely a chance encounter? And would he recognize the child he'd known in the woman she'd become? Balthier/Penelo.

In vain glory they arose, shouting their challenges to the gods. But prevail they did not. Their doom it was to walk the Mist until Time's end." Complete.

You need someone to be your conscience, she said, you were obviously born without one. He raised one eyebrow. Do you mind? I'm trying to commit a crime here. With that exchange Penelo knew it was all happening again. Another picture perfect seduction. P&B

When Penelo cheats death for both herself and Basch after a fall into the underground, a curious bond is forged. The events set in motion by their plight would be another three years in coming and only an unfulfilled promise away. Penelo/Basch

Have no fear of me, my dear, I harbour no designs on your virtue; your chastity is a coin I have no wish to spend. I simply want to look my fill before your innocence is lost and you interest me no more. He spoke and she knew this was no simple seduction.