Say'ri was treated quickly with Lissa's and Maribelles's help. Being the former princess of Chron'sin, we were astounded of the news she gave us. Her brother was in rule, and had allied with Walhart. Now, the country was being conquered under evil rule. But the most surprising information she gave us were that there were enemies of foreign clothing joining Conquerer Walhart and Emperor Yen'fay.

"Describe to us... what did they look like?"

"Black robes, purple markings... dark auras, some of them with powerful dark magic. There were also these strange creatures that rose to the ground. With vile breath and sluggish movements, and those red eyes, they were truly intimidating."

"Like... Risen. Ungodly creatures, those things are." Virion grumbled.

"The purple guys, did you know what they called themselves? They seem an awful lot like Plegians to me. But what business would they be doing here?"

"Plegians...? That sounds familiar. I did hear some ritual or chant. And I did hear that name." Say'ri recalled, looking at the ceiling of the tent in thought.

Silence.

"Yes, they named themselves the Plegians."

Plegians.

"What?" Chrom and Robin both shook their heads.

Sully growled. "How? We sure should have to kick their arses again if they're up to more no good."

"But they let us borrow their ships!" Lissa reasoned. "What if they're just pretending to be Plegians?"

"They had these dark robes and outfits..." Say'ri recalled. "If these people are the Plegians that you know, we're heavily outnumbered."

"Why would they be here?" I asked. "They were already defeated, unless they have some kind of business here..."

My hand felt as if it was pulsing, and discreetly looking down, I realized it was from that mark Validar gave me.

"Excuse me..." I muttered quietly, walking out without trying to show a hint of panic or worry. Behind me, I hear Lon'qu; it has to be him.

"Lon'qu?"

"That's not me."

I turn around. "Oh, Robin! Sorry about that."

"No, no... that's alright." Robin shook his head, his snow-white hair ruffling in the slight breeze. "I wanted to ask you something."

"Ask away."

"What was glowing in your hand? It's still glowing anyway."

Wait. What the hell?

"I don't know." I carefully turn my hand so that only I could see what was going on.

"It's something. Let me see."

"I can't!" I nearly shout, which makes Robin flinch. "Or else..." It sounded so irrational, but how would Robin understand?

"Or else what?"

"It'll hurt to say." I shake my head.

Robin sighed. "Just give me one word about it. It's okay to let me know. We're allies. Friends. There's no harm in letting me know. If others see that, and if you don't tell them what that's about, then they'll think you're being suspicious."

I already feel a pulsing pain in my hand. It's as if my hand is out of control. It unsheathes my sword. Robin's eyes widen as the blade was inches away from his neck. He almost leaps back immediately.

"Oh my gosh." I fight the strange impulses and drop the sword. "Robin, I'm so sorry. I had no control."

He grabs my hand.

"From Validar." I mutter quickly.

"I see..." A frown crosses his face. "Don't worry, Ke'ri. That mark is awfully similar to mine. One time, I had a dream of being possessed. It was, in fact, before I met Chrom. It was right before I woke up and saw him and Lissa bending over me, wondering why the hell I was lying, unconscious, in a field. It was more like a vision... that suddenly I couldn't control myself, and I stabbed him. He told me to run... and I still had no idea what happened."

He fell silent.

"But we're both in the same boat. Now I understand."

"Robin, what if I do this to someone else? What if I actually hurt them?"

"Chrom, Lon'qu, and I would be on your side. It's not your fault. It'll be fine."

I bite my lip. "I hope you're right."

It was time to move on once again. As much as I had wanted to believe Robin, that everything would be okay, I kept worrying about that vision he had. What if I killed Chrom? Or Robin? Or worse, Lon'qu? Or anyone on my side? It felt so realistic.

"Lon'qu, I don't know what to do." I pinched myself and hugged my arms tightly to myself. "What if I attack you?"

"Ke'ri... I know you worry about that. And I do, too. But you can't be paranoid. I know you wouldn't hurt me on purpose."

"No, well, if other people see me like that, they'll side against me!"

He shook his head. "I'm sure some would understand."

I fall quiet.

"I know. But the image of hurting people still bothers me. I almost hurt Robin."

"Stay strong, Ke'ri. The past cannot be changed. We can't give back that brand. But instead, we can only defeat Validar and maybe remove this... curse."

A small smile creeps onto my face. "You're right. Thanks."

"That's one cool guy." Kellam says, making us all jump.

"Who?"

"That Wyvern rider." Cherche looks up at the sky as well. "He's also coming towards us."

The man on the Wyvern lands on the ground, before spotting Cherche and Kellam, gaping at them.

"Mother...? Father...?" I hear him mutter ever so quietly. Cherche seems to tilt her head.

"You mean... me?" the dragon rider points at herself.

The man doesn't respond.

"Hmm... Can I see your Wyvern?"

"... Do as you wish..."

A pause ensues as Cherche leads her Minerva to the other wyvern.

"What? They're... the same! How? What? Exactly the same!" she looks at the man for answers.

"That's because they are."

A short conversation ensues before the new Wyvern rider lingers away from the main group. However, he eyes me, and walks towards me.

"Is... Is something wrong?"

"Yes. We must hurry." he then turns away.

Hurry for what?

AN: Another short chapter... I hope to update soon.

For the guest who commented: Keaton is awesome! However, I think Velouria is even better. Her mother in my latest Conquest playthrough is Charlotte. Giving her the Maid/Strategist class, Velouria can learn Tomebreaker. Also, Keaton and Velouria have insane Strength. Don't you love that?

I don't remember if I shared my castle code, but if you want to see my castle (I have two separate games from two separate cartridges - stupid me, if I bought them both online, I wouldn't have cheated myself on the path bonuses...! - and thus, two different castles), please comment, and I'll post next time. I'm looking for battle and visit points, so I'll be happy to give you accessories!

See ya next time! Oh, and please, PM me if you find any inconsistencies! I haven't touched this story in a while because of my extremely long hiatus (I'm so sorry...!), so if you find weird mistakes, I'll fix it (for instance, pairing errors). Thank you!