Omake 4: The Scarlet-Haired Paladin

Titania didn't know what to say at first to this new girl. One who holds affections for Ike and vice versa. But she truly went all the way from a far away land just to be with Ike. Along with some other exceptional new members who wanted to join him. The Greil Mercenaries have become much bigger with new members.

It certainly motivated some members (namely Boyd) to train more. However...

"Haaa..." Titania sighed out. She looked at the food expenses and beyond. Soren was out in Melior to commit to his studies or so he says.

If things go south, and Greil's sources are correct, there will be war on the horizon. Expenses especially related to food will be rising.

"I might need to consider getting more preserved foods. But with many more mouths to feed..." She voiced out.

Crops will likely be more expensive. While they have new additions to the company, the budget will become tighter at this rate.

"Sounds nostalgic. We went through similar experiences." Titania looked in the direction of the voice, it was Lyn.

"It was only until we didn't have the time to hunt or there weren't any animals that Ike looked at the group expenses with Lucius, and realized he ate alot." Lyn's smile grew as she continued the story, "I even pointed out on how he shovels food into his mouth."

"Pfft... hahaha..." Titania chuckled at Ike's habit. "Hah... men who are big eaters... men who break weapons... at any rate, I can only hope food costs will be down."

With how they will likely replace weapons and obtain more food, the only thing they could rely on is work.

"Still... I noticed Ike had been doing that... habit." Titania noted. "Only now I realize that it's to help with the company's budget. As if he felt it was a necessity."

Lyn held an expression of empathy. Honestly, without Ike routinely taking the spoils, alot of the group's needs would not be met.

Surprisingly, Shinon said nothing about Ike's habit and even joined him in looting away the bandits and pirates that attack villagers. At first, Titania wanted to reprimand him, but he explained that he didn't want to strain the company's finances with his needs, and that belongings that the ruffians had can be used to sell for less than half to cover some expenses. Besides, axes and weapons strewn about in the villages would only be picked up by other bandits. Even pirate ships when seized would be useful and even offered to sailors in the village for a good price.

"I'm sorry..." Lyn voiced out. "He really doesn't like doing these sorts of things. In the end, it was necessary with the growing needs of the mercenary band he led in Elibe. Many times, he buried people and cremated bandits. But no one could blame him."

Titania shook her head. "No, no, I'm only surprised Ike was willing to go far just to provide for people. He knows what's wrong and what's right and the lines begin to blur in times of battle. I'm only sad he's had to go that far just to gain funds..."

Without obtaining spoils from the battle, it would have proved far more difficult to obtain gold without less favorable measures.

"Moving on... so... you plan to go forward with Ike?" Titania asked.

Lyn stood silent, before giving a genuine smile and nodding. It reminded Titania of the smile of Elena. Even though Greil's heart belong with Elena, she would always stand by his side. And she'll continue to watch over their children.

"Elena would be happy... to see such a capable and lovely girl like yourself by Ike's side." Titania voiced out. "I hope he treats you right."

"Thank you." Lyn replied. "Even though he's very helpful, even he can... lack self-awareness..."

"Hahaha... let me guess, did he lack manners or along those lines?" To which Lyn nodded slowly. "Honestly, he needs to learn more etiquette..."

"I've had enough of etiquette lessons for one lifetime... I'm not suited for banquets and alike." Lyn noted, with some relief in her tone. "I had to go through table manner lessons thrice upon Chancellor Reissmann seeing Ike speed-eat! He even fainted upon seeing Ike in the mess hall one time."

Titania giggled at that fact. No noble eyes were prepared to see how Ike shoveled food into his mouth. Amusing to many, horrifying to the well-mannered in many cases.

"You are a granddaughter of a Marquess, are you not?" Titania asked to which Lyn nodded. "Still, I wonder how Ike managed to be saved by you in the plains."

"It's a long story, I told Mist but I could also tell you." Lyn offered.

Titania nodded: "I'd love to hear about your journey with Ike."

With that, the night continued with the two conversing.

This chapter has a slight reference to the voice drama they did:

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