Ow... I’m tired. While I didn’t do much, it’s still exhausting running away from the ball... I didn’t think it would be this intense and it’s only the first day.
Navigator:
Genevieve is powerful, but Smokey is on another level. What’s with those two anyways? Beryl and Raphael left to go fishing afterward. They seemed to have had a great time. Beryl did look beat, but she should be all right with Raphael around. Oh, got to go thank Vice for taking the shot for me. I’d probably still be in Intense Care now if it wasn’t for her.
Knock, knock.
Carleen:
Are you up, [Navigator]?
Navigator:
Coming. What’s going on, Carleen?
Carleen:
I’m just checking if you’ve turned in, [Navigator]. It’s not often I’m at the beach. I don’t want to be cooped up in the room all night. Want to take a walk with me?
Navigator:
Sure, I’d be happy to!
Carleen:
Well, let’s go!
Navigator:
Okay. This feels a little awkward, though.
Carleen:
[Navigator].
Navigator:
What? I’m here!
Carleen:
About Aviduz and Schummer... I’ve always wanted to show you my gratitude formally.
Navigator:
It’s all right, don’t mention it. I mean, you and Vice have helped me a lot too. Yeah. Reminiscing about it on such a gorgeous beach...
Carleen:
Almost feels like a dream, don’t you think? I’m not even sure I’m not dreaming right now. The first time I saw you, I couldn’t believe you spent more than a decade alone... You’re the first Caelestite I’ve ever met until that point... It’s amazing to me to see someone who could see the Light Trail. You’ve proven time and again that you are an excellent leader. You might not be able to fight Eclipsites directly, but you never backed down from them.
Navigator:
...
Carleen:
Even put yourself in danger for other people. Your dedication and selflessness to save others, even at the risk of your own life, is a testament to your extraordinary character. The courage you’ve shown is more respectable than those nobles who care for only themselves in a crisis.
Navigator:
...
Carleen:
Are you listening, [Navigator]? Ah, I’ve said too much, haven’t I?
Navigator:
I’m listening and I took in everything you said. It’s nice to talk to you in this breeze. And everything in sight... The sea, the starry sky... And...
Carleen:
...
Navigator:
Everything is very nice.
Carleen:
...
Navigator:
... (I can sense the subtle mood change...)
Carleen:
Yes, indeed! You won’t see this in Lumopolis. The usual vast night sky has an air of magnificence with the calm waves splashing against the sand.
Navigator:
(Good thing Carleen missed it... The fish should taste good in this lovely sea, don’t you think? Should we catch a fish and find out?)
Carleen:
That’s a good idea, but I never took any cooking classes. Well, we can take the fish back to the hotel and ask the weird-looking chef to grill it for us. Or bring it back to Lumopolis. I know a few quiet, flavorful restaurants.
Navigator:
Awesome! Deal! But we probably shouldn’t do it now. It’s very late and it might be dangerous to go into the water... And you’re probably tired from the volleyball game today too, Carleen.
Carleen:
True. Next time, then.
Navigator:
Uh...?
Carleen:
What’s wrong, [Navigator]?
Navigator:
I think the statue down there just glowed.
Carleen:
I didn’t see that. Perhaps it’s fatigue on your part? Or maybe you still have Smokey’s Super Hellstorm Spike on your mind?
Navigator:
You remember what it’s called? Anyway, I might just be seeing things. Let's go back.
The screen fades to black.
Shadows:
The Caelestite descendent... Power of the crystal... as well as "that" is still working... A bunch of foolish Aurorians offering Lumina willingly... Also... Beryl. It's my turn in the chess game.
