Flynn made his way back up to the Floor of Fame and then returned to Aquila Plaza. Once there, Hope said to all of the prentices, "So. . . you all came back alive."

Jonathan asked, "Commander, shall I assume that your order to return means someone has completed the request?"

"Regardless of what you are no doubt thinking, I was not the victor." Navarre said.

Walter looked annoyed and then Hope said, "First place was Flynn."

"Oho!" Walter said cheerfully.

"You did a great job, Flynn." Issachar said.

"I'll be needing that ring back, Flynn." Hope said as Flynn gave the Woman's Ring to the commander before he continued, "It seems you've got the makings of a real samurai."

"Hm, it seems you have hidden reserves. I underestimated you." Isabeau said.

"Alright then, today's training is over. Make sure that you all get enough rest. Dismissed." Hope said before he left. When he did, Navarre said to Flynn, "You there, Flynn. I'll deign to congratulate you, but I'd warn against getting a swelled head over this."

"Navarre, I know you're disappointed, but let's not go casting false aspersions." Jonathan said.

"Indeed not. . . a Casualry isn't worth the headache."

"Pardon!?" Walter said abruptly.

"I won't soon forget today's humiliation." Now, if you'll all excuse me." Navarre said before he left.

"What the hell is wrong with him?" Walter asked.

"Let's just say that Navarre doesn't take losing very well." Kelsey said suddenly, having remained silent the whole time.

"I have an idea. Why don't we go up to the castle rooftop for a change of pace? The wind is quite bracing there." Jonathan said.

"Ah, now there's an idea, Jonathan! I'd been meaning to take in the view." Walter said.

"It would be quite the experience for me as well." Issachar said.

"Sorry, but I'll be retiring to my room." Isabeau said before leaving.

"What a priss. I'd wager she could don an iron helmet and you wouldn't notice the difference."

"Um, do you not realize that I am also here?" Kelsey said in a clearly annoyed tone before it went back to being cheerful when she said, "I'll accompany you guys up to the rooftop though."

"Why don't you come too, Flynn? The rooftop view of the Eastern Kingdom of Mikado is breathtaking. Let me know when you feel up for it. I'll be waiting here." Jonathan said.

"Let's all go together. I'll be fighting in Naraku until Flynn feels up for it." Walter said before he left.

"What do you say, Kelsey?" Issachar asked the female prentice as she combed her raven black hair.

"I've decided to stick with you, so wherever you go, I will go."she said cheerfully.

"I was planning to train in Naraku. As Samurai, we can't afford to look weak." Issachar said.

"In that case, let's go!" she said before dragging Issachar with her into Naraku.

Flynn went to the Blacksmith and got acquainted with Q before selling the Gold Death Mask and the Summon Stone. He then went to the meeting spot where Jonathan was waiting.

"Hello there, Flynn. Do you feel like going to the rooftop now?" Jonathan asked.

"Now is the time." Flynn said.

Issachar and Kelsey arrived along with Walter, who said, "I had a feeling you'd be game, Flynn. . . It appears I was right. We promised we'd all go together. There's no chance you're leaving me out of this!" Once on the roof, Walter was amazed at how much he could see.

"It's been a string of surprises lately. First, we were suddenly told we were Samurai. . . and then we're cast directly into battle with demons. I can scarcely catch my breath here." Walter said.

"I'm equally taken aback, I assure you. Demons? In our peaceful kingdom? I'd have scoffed at the notion. . . My father works at the Monastery, yet he never told me of such things." Jonathan said.

"Well, I'm glad to be chosen. I didn't want to carry on the family trade out in the countryside anyway. I don't mind doing battle with demons, if that's the job. It's good sport! I think this Samurai routine suits me."

"I too feel honored to have been chosen as a Samurai. A Samurai's duty is to protect this kingdom and its people. It's a worthy endeavor. I hope to carry out my duties as a Samurai as long as I live, that this peace might last forever."

"Ahh, it's so nice up here! The breeze does add to the atmosphere." Kelsey said with a smile on her face.

"Yes, it is quite nice up here." Issachar said.

"What about you, Flynn?" Walter asked Flynn.

"I don't know." Flynn said.

"Anyway. . . this view's amazing. It's as if the whole Eastern Kingdom of Mikado is floating on the clouds."

Flynn and the others enjoyed the view and when they got tired decided to return to their room.

A/N: Yeah, the thing about Kelsey is that she somewhat resembles Yukiko Amagi when it comes to her appearance. She is otherwise completely unique, possessing a cheerful personality and is rather open about her feelings.