Chapter 14 Garreg Mach AM (The Delusional Prince)
Acheron: So Professor you're alive after all these years, I would've thought gone into hiding after that dreadful battle five years ago. But one call of opportunity and you come scrabbling back.
The Alliance is a mess, house Riegan and Goneril are watching over of Wallasey territory out of concern of invasion, unfortunately that leaves me without any sway to join the Empire. No control over my territory, I'm left to go looking for opportunity!
So upon hearing of your escapade under the old Kingdom's flag I supposed this would be a better opportunity to try and get on his Majesty's good side.
Chapter 15 Garreg Mach AM (Valley of Torment)
Acheron: The Valley of Torment, a fiery blight on Fodlan itself, a place forsaken by the goddess. A fitting symbol of my current situation. My land stolen! Left to live on meager supplies and living conditions I bare with! Not for myself by the future of Fodlan!
What's with that look? A little exaggeration goes a long way in telling a good story Professor, and earning some sympathy from those with power.
Chapter 16 Garreg Mach AM (The Rose-Colored River)
Acheron: Our next battle will be at the Bridge of Myrddin, in Wallasey territory. His Highness will be most pleased to hear I have the area mapped out for his convenience.
Byleth(Option 1): You're not planning anything?
Byleth(Option 2): This is quite extensive. (Support Up)
Acheron(Option 1): What are you implying Professor? I would never betray his Highness!
Acheron(Option 2): Whatever helps his Highness' cause.
That is to say his Highness is quite uh... Intimidating.
Chapter 16 Mission (The Rose-Colored River)
Vs Lorenz
Acheron: Ha! Siding with the Empire? I knew you Gloucsters couldn't be trusted!
Lorenz: That's quite humorous coming from you Weathervane. Siding with the Kingdom the moment your influence in the Alliance left you. I take no pleasure siding against the Alliance or the Professor, but I will take some solace in ending you Acheron!
Acheron: Still making jokes Lorenz? I'd like to see you try!
Vs Ladislava
Ladislava: Acheron Von Wallasey I see, so have you come to align house Wallasey with the Empire
Acheron: I'm afraid not, this bridge resides on Alliance territory more precisely Wallasey territory, and I won't be handing it over so generously.
Ladislava: If that's your decision so be it, I'll just take it by force then!
Chapter 17 Garreg Mach (Blood of the Eagle and Lion)
Acheron: Gronder Field, I don't have any good memories of that place. Last time I was there was during the Battle of the Eagle and Lion, I remember we lost quite badly then.
If the Alliance army and Claude are going to be there as well I'd do well to avoid letting them see me.
Chapter 17 Mission (Blood of the Eagle and Lion)
Vs. Edelgard
Acheron: Emperor Edelgard, killing you here would be a sure fire way to earn his Majesty's favor.
Edelgard: Another exploitative noble, betraying your country and your people for own selfish goals. When I'm done there won't be any place for fools like you in Fodlan!
Acheron: This might've been a bad idea.
Chapter 18 Garreg Mach (The King's Triumphant Return)
Acheron: How utterly bizarre his Highness seems to have had a transformation! Just now he gave me thanks for my recent efforts on Gronder field and my mappings of the bridge of Myrddin.
Thinking on it now this is the first time his Highness has spoken to me directly. Well I'm more then happy to accept his praise along with any rewards and acclaim that come with it!
Chapter 19 Garreg Mach (The Golden Deer's Plea)
Acheron: Professor we must act quickly the Empire will reach the Alliance in due time, if we don't act Derdriu will fall and most of the Alliance Lords will likley bend their knees to the Empire.
Byleth(Option 1): Agreed, we can't waste anytime!
Byleth(Option 2): Absolutely, we have to help Claude!
Acheron(Option 1): Glad I can depend on you Professor! Good to see we're on the same page.
Acheron(Option 2): Claude? Who cares about him? We have more pressing matter Professor!
If the Alliance falls without me, my land and claim in the Alliance will be gone in instant! We cannot allow that to happen Professor!
Chapter 20 Garreg Mach (The Impregnable Fortress)
Acheron: Just like that the Alliance is no more. Apparently the lords had agreed to dissolve based on the results of the battle in Derdriu. My absence meant I was left out of the decision unfortunately, and now all the former Alliance lords answer to the Kingdom.
I suppose that just means I'm ahead of my contemporaries in getting our new kings good graces!
Chapter 21 Garreg Mach (Our Chosen Paths)
Acheron: Enbarr, at one point I was hoping to visit the city as an honored guest. Ally to the Empire I would receive medals and accolades for my distinguished service, recognized by the Emperor herself!
Invading it now, I suppose that means there is no going back. The Alliance is dissolved and I am an enemy to the Empire, if this goes poorly there won't be anywhere left for me to turn to.
I could beg the Emperor for forgiveness, nonetheless I will not let this year of effort go to waste. House Wallasey will be recognized for it's service to the Kingdom yet.
Ending
The Rusted Weathervane
Acheron
Within the new Kingdom of Faerghus, Acheron wasted little time in attempting to raise the status of House Wallasey. While he would fail in his obsessive attempts for land, he would gain recognition for his unrelenting stances on various trade policies, often giving power to large merchant groups.
Next will be something a little different and special before the Crimson Flower chapters.