A/N:

I want to thank everyone who has read up to this point and I hope you enjoy the story so far. It's been a pleasure writing it, and I can't wait to keep writing more. And although it is late, I must thank Sketchy Tetra and her amazing and funny story that inspired me to really start writing this anyway( s/9336155/1/5-is-better-than-1). I recommend all who haven't read her story to do so.
With that, enjoy the POV of a new character.

-Earlier that day-

"Damn it… I can't get it out of my head" I chug from the glass mug in my grip with a deep exhale.

"Stop haunting me, damnit!" I hear glass shatter and feel alcohol hit my face and arms as I slam the mug down on the bar.

"Hey, Miss, I'm going to have to ask you to leave. You're distracting other costumers and making a mess."

Shit… I just messed up real bad. Looking at the somewhat dark-skinned woman, I sigh, standing up. "Sorry... I just have a lot on my mind."

Lifelessly, I drag my body out of the building and into the busy city. Another sigh escapes my lips. I can't get their faces out of my head… I'm sorry… I'm sorry I couldn't save you… Not even Tharsis' beautiful city can cheer me up...

"Ah, Vassenoir - Listen, I'd like to apologize for what happened..."

"No, it's... it's fine… I couldn't protect them… I couldn't finish the job… please don't apologize for my mistakes..."

"Hmm... I'm not really sure what to say. But, I would like to give you a gift. Even if you were unsuccessful in your mission, you were of great help to us. We were able to open up the labyrinth to new explorers again due to your efforts."

"You don't need to give me a gift..."

"I know I don't. I want too."

The nobleman, the Count of Tharthis, places a large bag in my hands with a smile. His tiny dog barks happily. "Well, I must be off. And thank you again, Vassenoir."

I don't understand him. At all. Now what did he give me anyway - What? This is… this has got to be at least ten thousand ental! HOLY crap. Why is he giving this to me?

…What's this?

I feel weak, quickly I rush to a secluded area and my emotions run wild. I just cry. For minutes, sitting there. I look at the invitations to the funeral.

'Cheer up and don't give up. With the reward of happiness.' I repeatedly read what was written on the back of the invitation.

"He's a good man… he really is. I guess I can take up his mission, huh?"

He's a dork. But he does his job of keeping Tharsis a happy city. Wiping away the tears on my face I stand back up. An explorer getting a funeral? Hah, that doesn't happen. But I guess this is the exception. I sniffle, doing my best to smile.

The Berserker King is still out there… and he's a dangerous foe that will haunt me forever. But I'm not going to rest till I chop off his head with my blade. That's my own mission.

I put the bag the count gave me into my rucksack and walk back into the crowd of the busy city.

"Someone's in trouble. I need to help them!" My legs move on their own as I sprint toward the sounds of battle and screams. Suddenly, I feel the ground shake, as the all too familiar feeling hits me. "A Baboon is making their way to them… this is not good…"

I don't stop running for a moment. I see him turning a corner, the final corner, as I slide underneath him and raise my shield up to block an attack from him.

"Step back!" I shout as I swing my sword forward at the beast, cutting it's hand. In as swift of a motion as I can, I go through my bag and throw the people behind me an Ariadne Thread.

"Get out! Use it and hurry!"

The baboon slams down his fist, as I block it with my shield. It hurts a lot even still.

I remain on the defensive, waiting on them to escape. Once I see the white light and hear the magic take affect, I go on the offensive. I bash my shield into the baboon's face before stepping back, then rush in to stab his chest. The creature becomes even more aggravated and is unable to dodge my attacks.

If I were to fight this to the end, it'd take way too long… As he makes a strong swing down, I dodge it and run past him. I keep running… All the way to the entrance, where I pant heavily.

"This armor is not for running - I keep forgetting that… Ugh, I'm gonna wait before I return here, let that monkey calm down." A sigh escapes my lips as I talk to myself.

"Monkey?"

"Huh? Oh… hey there. Sorry for getting in your way." I move away from the staircase and look as a dark blue-purple haired woman walks down, a bow bigger then her entire body slung across her back.

"It's fine. So, a baboon is riled up here, huh?"

"Yeah, I kinda ran away from him."

She gives me a stare then turns around to the entrance. "I don't feel like testing my skills against a baboon just yet. Too risky. Thanks for the warning." Just like that, she's gone. Well, I guess I saved some adventurers today, so that's good.

Soon, I'm back in the city of Tharsis. The night sky did not suppress the cities beauty, but instead enhanced it. Most of the people were gone now as a few people went in and out of the shops Tharsis offers.

"T-Thank you… for saving us..."

"Heh, no problem."

A pink haired medic smiled back at me. Behind her stood a girl in a long cloak, with light blue hair.

"If it weren't for you, my sister would be dead." The second girl said, hugging me suddenly.

My face flushes, turning red, as the other girl hugs me as well.

"U-Uh... N-No problem. All in a days work! Hahaha… haha… ha..."

This is… awkward. Not that I mind it exactly...

"Is there any way we could repay you?" I grin, remembering the gift from the count.

"Nah, I think I have everything I need."

"Alright, well, what's your name?"

"Vassenoir. Of the… Exporadats…. Ex-Exporadats..."

"Ex...?" The pink haired girl asks me, looking worried.

"The Berserker King was the cause of death for the Exporadats. All but one. The fortress who couldn't protect them."

It's hard to keep from crying, or saying that with a straight face. But I have to keep strong. He'd want that. They'd all want that.

"I'm... sorry to hear that..."

"It's fine. I'm fine. Anywho, You are?"

"I'm Seras. And this is Irisaer. We are on our way to get me registered as part of her guild while her sister is resting at the inn. Soon, I'll be an explorer too! Aha! The medic of Falahein! I can't wait!"

"Falahein? FALAHEIN? You're a part of THE Falahein?! Oh gosh, can I get an autograph?! You guys are like idols for me!"

I pull out some money from my sack, a thousand or so, and hand it to them. "I know stuff like that can't be free, so, here! From a major fan!"

"Uhhh... Iris...?"

"Vassenoir. You have it wrong. We are not the original Falahein."

What. I stare blankly at the blue haired girl.

"My sister and I are the daughters of Alice, from the original Falahein. We created a guild to honor her and make her proud, under the name of the guild that she went by."

What. I'm.. I... what.

"So. Let me get this straight… you are Falahein. But not THE Falahein?" Both girls simply nod as I feel so stupid.

"Would it be ok for me to get my money back...? Haha...god I look really bad right now..." I scratch the back of my head and try to play off everything as a joke.

"Here." The girl hands it all back to me, as I begin to feel extremely bad.

"Thanks...so you're trying to live up to the original Falahein, huh?"

"That's our goal, yes."

"By any chance… you guys need an afraid shield to also cower behind? Ahaha..."

Did I just ask to join their guild? Oh god, what am I doing? It's not like they would say yes. Not like I care. I just got excited from the thought of impressing the original Falahein. But, no biggy.

"Sure."

"What."

"Alright, Falahein guild meeting has now begun!"

"You kids are so cute. Can I get you something to drink before you actually start?"

"That would be greatly appreciated. Thank you a lot Dallas." My new leader responds to the inkeep, a smile on both their faces. In a guild with a bunch of kids, huh?

I can get used to this I guess.

"So, now that we have four members, exploring should be a lot easier. And… well, Vassenoir, they told me you were from another guild, so that means you have the most field experience. So… you should be our field leader. You know your way around - we don't."

"Kay." I respond, leaning back in my chair, looking at my nails. The leader, Quasfay was it? She gives me a look that shows she wasn't happy with my response.

"Seras, in your free time I'll need you to train with the cleric here. He said he'd teach you a few things."

"Got it!" She responds gleefully. That's most likely how she wanted me to answer.

"Alright. So we all know each other… somewhat… so we should be fine to go exploring. I think we should explore at nighttime. I picked us up a quest earlier today to find this pendant someone lost. It's shiny, and should be easier to spot in the night. What do you guys think?"

"You know the creatures are somewhat more ferocious at night, right?" I add, looking at the dark purple haired girl, questioning how experiences she is.

"They... they are...? Ugh, anyway, we have four people now, I'm sure taking on rats should be no issue now."

"Wait, no issue, NOW? You were having issues with treerats BEFORE?"

Please don't tell me I just joined a guild of complete and utter noobs. Please...

"We got ambushed by four of them. Seras here didn't even have a weapon or anything and Iris and I aren't really good with daggers. Well, I did pretty ok I guess. Anyway, four versus two isn't good odds. But we won. Then you saved us from the baboon."

"So that's what happened. You're right though, we should be fine on the first floor at night with the four of us."

She sighs and smiles. "Alright, good, you had me really worried. So, are we all in agreement for our night search?" All three of us nod and she continues. "Awesome. So now, everyone do what you want for the rest of the day. Tonight we'll meet up by the sky ship and head off to complete our mission. Meeting adjourned."

"Aww, I just warmed up some tea… done already?"

"Meeting, not adjourned! Tea time!"

And well, that's how I got stuck with these kids. You know what though? I'm happy. Just like they'd all want me to be. Exporadats? Watch me. I'll lead them to be the best guild out there. Even to rival Falahein. I won't cower anymore. I won't run away. I'll make you guys, my friends, proud.