Chapter 26 A Merchant and an Adept

Today was the 5th of Garland Moon. It was a special day for two reasons.

For one, it was Sylvain's birthday and Byleth was finishing preparing something. She really was following what Isaac did for Raphael. Heck, Hanneman was currently thinking on something special for Edelgard's birthday that was near the end of the month. On a side note, Lorenz's birthday was coming up soon. Isaac would have to figure out what to do for his.

But anyway, the other thing of great importance was that this famous merchant Anna was arriving today. According to rumors, she even got her hands on Psynergy crystals so Isaac decided to pay her a visit. Isaac arrived at the marketplace to search for Anna.

"Okay. So where is it that she is setting up shop again?" Isaac asked

"Isaac? Is that you?" A familiar voice asked

Isaac immediately turned around to the sight of a blond short boy in robes.

"Ivan?" Isaac asked

"Isaac! It is you!" Ivan cheered as he ran up to his friend for a hug.

"Ivan! You're here!" Isaac cheered

"When I came to Garreg Mach, I was hoping to find someone, but I didn't think it would be this fast." Ivan said

"What are you doing here?" Isaac asked

"Well, after the Golden Sun shined at the Mars Lighthouse, I found myself somewhere in Alliance territory where I was found by a merchant named Anna. I've been traveling with her ever since." Ivan said

"Oh yeah. I came here to find her." Isaac remembered

"She had to step out for a bit but she will be back soon." Ivan said

"Okay. Please continue." Isaac said

"Right. So, I've been traveling around Fodlan with Anna trying to find you guys, but sadly no luck. Recently though, I started hearing word that the Golden Deer House from Garreg Mach Monastery defeated a group of thieves up north and that their professor was rumored to have the new invisible magic. I figured that had to at least be you, Felix, or even Mia so we came here as soon as we could. Thankfully Anna was planning on settling on a shop here for a while since the school years usually bring in big business." Ivan explained

"Either way I'm glad to see you safe Ivan. Hopefully the others are as well." Isaac said

"Well, while I didn't see any of them, I did hear rumors of people fitting their descriptions here and there. I just sadly kept missing them." Ivan explained

"You should report that to Felix. He's helping the knights and is trying to find them while on duty." Isaac said

"Felix is here as well?" Ivan asked

"Along with my dad, Felix's parents and Kraden." Isaac listed

"Oh, I'm glad your father will be all right Isaac.' Ivan said

"Thank you." Isaac said

"Still though...a professor." Ivan chuckled

"Okay, I'm back." A red-head said as she approached the two. "Is this one of your friends Ivan?" Anna asked

"Yes. This is Isaac." Ivan said

"I'm Isaac. I teach the Golden Deer class here at the monastery." Isaac said with a handshake.

"I'm Anna. So, you're the professor I've heard about." Anna said

"Good or bad?" Isaac asked

"Depends on who you ask." Anna shrugged. "But back to the matter at hand, what did you need me for?"

"I heard you might have some Psynergy Crystals for sale." Isaac said

"I've got a few, yes. I'll sell them to you if you like. Heck, I'll even give you a discount." Anna said

"Really?" Isaac asked surprised

"Really. You'll be doing me a favor getting rid of them. No one will buy them since several people got ill when they first fell." Anna sighed

"We've also got a few other stuffs from Weyard that I made myself." Ivan added

"You did?" Isaac asked surprised

"I may have decided to try my skills at creating while I was on the road." Ivan admitted a bit bashful.

Isaac looked at what Ivan had managed to make.

"Smoke Bombs, Sleep Bombs…hope Claude doesn't see this." Isaac muttered

"Hey teach, aren't these similar to what you used at the mock battle?" Claude asked suddenly appearing next to Isaac.

"WAH! When did you get here?" Isaac shouted shocked

"Just now." Claude answered. "So, are these similar to your little smoke bombs from the mock battle?"

"Yes." Isaac sighed. There was no way to hide it now. He could try to lie, but Claude, despite his slacking attitude was pretty smart. "The grey ones are indeed smoke bombs, while the pink ones are sleep bombs. What that dose is pretty self-explanatory."

"Noted. Excuse me miss, I'd like a couple of both please." Claude said to Anna as he took out some gold.

"I feel like I should worry." Isaac sighed

"So, I take it this is one of your students Isaac?" Ivan asked

"Yes. This is Claude. He is the house leader of the Golden Deer. Also, a Jupiter Adept." Isaac said. "Claude, this is Ivan. He was one of my companions in my journey and is also a Jupiter Adept."

"Wait, REALLY?!" Claude gasped looking at Ivan.

"So, you're a new adept?" Ivan asked and Claude nodded.

"Man, Lysithea will be so thrilled to hear this." Claude commented much to Ivan's confusion.

"I've been teaching the students how to use Psynergy but since I am a Venus Adept, I only have so much experience with Jupiter Psynergy." Isaac explained

"Oh, that makes sense. I can help if you like." Ivan offered.

"That would be great. Thank you." Isaac said

Ivan looked like he wanted to ask something else, but chose to remain silent.

"Anyway, about those crystals." Isaac said to Anna as they negotiated a price.


Isaac, Claude, and Ivan walked down the halls to Hanneman's office where Kraden was likely staying.

"So as a result, I threw some smoke bombs at the other two classes and the three of us bolted off the battlefield." Isaac said recapping how the mock battle went.

"That's rather unfortunate. I hope you do well in the battle of the Eagle and Lions." Ivan said

"Thanks. We should be fine. I got some good schemes in the works as we speak." Claude said

"Schemes?" Ivan asked uncertain.

"Non-lethal. I assure you." Claude assured

"Well, here we are. Hanneman's office." Isaac said as he knocked.

The door opened to reveal Kyle.

"Dad? What are you doing here?" Isaac asked

"Just enjoying a break with Kraden and Hanneman. Who's this?" Kyle asked looking at Ivan.

"My name is Ivan sir." Ivan said with a bow.

"Ivan? You're one of the two that was with Isaac and Garet. Nice to finally meet you." Kyle greeted

"You as well." Ivan said

"Ivan? Is that you?" Kraden asked coming up to the door.

"Kraden!" Ivan said


Meanwhile with Byleth:

"Happy birthday Sylvain." Byleth said as took a drink. For his birthday, she decided she would give in and accept a dinning with him. But just that.

"We should get together more often professor." Sylvain laughed

"I think about it." Byleth said

"So is that a yes?" Sylvain asked

"I doubt it. I've seen your track record with women, like that girl I saw you talking to the other day." Byleth answered

"Hey, it's like I told you yesterday. Many relationships end in heartbreak." Sylvain said "Besides, she didn't have a problem before she found out dating girls. What about you professor? You ever been in a relationship?"

"No." Byleth asked

"Not once? What about a date?" Sylvain asked

"Nope." Byleth said

"Really? Not even with Professor Isaac?" Sylvain asked

"Isaac is more like a brother to me." Byleth answered

"Well then, how about you and I go out on a date?" Sylvain asked

"You would have to take that up with my father, and he would likely fight you to see if you were worthy." Byleth said causing Sylvain to pale

"Y-you're kidding, right?" Sylvain asked

Byleth said nothing and continued to eat.

"Uh Professor, now is not the time to get quiet. Professor?" Sylvain asked nervously.


And that's a wrap!

Sorry for the short chapter. Things have been a bit hectic lately.

But Ivan is here and now the Jupiter Adepts have someone to help them learn. Provided Bernadetta will work up the courage to talk to Ivan of course. Poor girl...

But I chose Ivan to be traveling with Anna since his adopted father is a merchant, so I felt it fit. As for him creating the Smoke bombs and Sleep bombs, he did build the Soar Wing in Dark Dawn, so maybe he got a skill at creating, and I decided to play with it.

And now Claude has access to sleep bombs and smoke bombs...

Anyway, I do have a favor to ask. This is optional but, if there are any interactions that you want to see, let me know. I will take requests.

It can be with Golden Sun characters (When the rest show up) or just two fire emblem characters or both. Isaac interact with students outside his class, or Byleth doing that? Though Isaac and Byleth interacting with the house leaders and Rhea will happen regardless, so don't worry about that unless you really want to see more.

I am not looking for shipping right now. There will be hints here and there, but until we get to around part 2, romance will be a back burner. Except for the Goddess Tower obviously.

Anyway, after the next chapter, others will start getting Djinn. But who will get it first?

Now onto the poll:

With a final score of 4 to 1, it seems that Isaac will be assisting Byleth in taking down Lanato. So we will get a joint mission with the two houses.

Yes two, not three. I want to use this to practice writing more than one house at a time for a mission. Especially since the Rite of Rebirth that happens next will be a joint of all three houses since it felt that way in-game with how everyone was pondering on what the thieves would be after. And I do have a mission that will consist of a team up with the Golden Deer and Black Eagles later so don't worry Black Eagle fans.

But anyway, next chapter Felix and Ivan observe Isaac's Psynergy class and Felix has a special surprise for the new Adepts. What is it? Stay tuned.