Welcome back to the Xenoblade Heart to Hearts series. Today, Cynder and Fiora get another conversation. So, what are they going to discuss this time? Read on to discover...

Heart to Heart 77: I Know Now

Participants: Cynder and Fiora

Location: Digit 1

Affinity: Pink

Introduction

Cynder: Fiora, I don't mean to sound insensitive, but, was it strange being a Control Mechon?

Fiora: No offense taken, and yeah, it was very strange, and incredibly unnerving.

Cynder: Unnerving?

Fiora; Yeah. I mean, I could still use all my senses, yet still couldn't at the same time. And then there was a voice in my head, compelling my actions. (Shudders) It's... it's very disturbing.

Cynder: I get that feeling.

Pass/Pass

Fiora: What was that?

Cynder: Come on Cynder, why are you holding back? You two have literally been through the same thing at this point. I said I get that feeling.

Fiora: You do?

Cynder: Remember that tragic past I've been hinting at since we set off?

Fiora: The one you've always tried to shy me away from asking about?

Cynder: I'd say it's about time I actually told you about it. But, to put it simply, you have the gist of it now.

Fiora: Seriously?

Cynder: Yeah, I was still fully in control of my consciousness, I could hear and see everything that I was doing, but had no control over it. Malefor controlled everything, directing my body like a puppet on a string. And much like you, I was made to do things I still regret. (Starting to tear up and shudder) There's so much blood on my hands.

Fiora: (Looks at her own hands) And now the same's true for me... (Breaks down crying) What have I become?!

Cynder: (Throwing a comforting wing over her) Fiora, listen to me. You're not that thing anymore. You're the one in control, not whatever voice controlled you previously. And this is your chance to change the world's perception of you. It's not going to be easy, that much is for sure. But this is your moment, please, I beg of you, don't waste it.

Fiora: (Drying her eyes) Thanks, Cynder. I needed that more than you know.

Cynder: For everything you've done for me? It's the least I can do.

(Net Affinity: +10)

Pass/Fail

Fiora: What was that?

Cynder: Come on Cynder, why are you holding back? You two have literally been through the same thing at this point. I said I get that feeling.

Fiora: You do?

Cynder: Remember that tragic past I've been hinting at since we set off?

Fiora: Wait, are you saying what I think you're saying?

Cynder: You hit the nail on the head, Fiora.

Fiora: So you were made to attack and kill those you considered friends at the will of another?

Cynder: Yep. There's red in my ledger.

Fiora: (Looks at her own hands) What kind of monster have I become...?

Cynder: I'm going to put a stop to that talk right now. You are NOT a monster. Sure, you may feel like it for a while, hell there's still days I do, but you are not unless you let yourself become one. Please, I beg of you, don't let that happen.

Fiora: (Realizes Cynder has a point) You're right. I can't let myself spiral into depression. Thanks for the encouragement, Cynder.

Cynder: It's the least I can do.

(Net Affinity: 0)

Fail/Pass

Fiora: Come again?

Cynder: I mean, what use is there in hiding it anymore? Fiora and I have literally been through the same thing. There's no point in hiding it anymore. Is there?

Fiora: Hello? Bionis to Cynder, please come in!

Cynder: We literally share the same trauma. Why am I hiding it now of all times? Well, I said that I get that feeling. And I said it because what you just went through in being a Face Mechon Control Unit is in essence the same thing I went through before stopping Malefor. Though mine was more magic based than technological.

Fiora: Wait, that's what you've been keeping to yourself? The fact that we're the same after all this?

Cynder: I debated telling you ever since you came back, but I guess I could never find the right time or way.

Fiora: (Thinks about it) Yeah, it would be pretty hard to explain that, I guess.

Cynder: Thanks for understanding, Fiora.

(Net Affinity: 0)

Fail/Fail

Fiora: Come again?

Cynder: I mean, what use is there in hiding it anymore? Fiora and I have literally been through the same thing. There's no point in hiding it anymore. Is there?

Fiora: Hello? Bionis to Cynder, please come in!

Cynder: But can I in all goodwill make her bear the same burden as I? But she already does!

Fiora: Cynder, you're starting to scare me. Please talk to me.

Cynder: (Realizes Fiora is talking to her) What was that?

Fiora: I was about to ask you the same question!

Cynder: Must've been thinking out loud. Sorry about that.

Fiora: Okay, now I think you're the one hiding something. Fiora: Fair enough.

Cynder: You have to tell her eventually, Cynder. I guess it's just not the right time yet.

(Net Affinity: -10)

And that looks like a good spot to end for today. I've been waiting to do this one for some time. But now it's finally up, as we are starting to wrap up the series, it seemed like a good time. So, who is the next to converse? Tune in next time next time to find out! Same time... same channel!