Temptation's Call

Defensive Event: Fire Emblem: Lost Heroes

Episode 3

Temptation's Call

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Summary

Separated from Alfonse, Veronica visits a nearby village and comes across Loki, who takes her away after promising to help recover her memory. Meanwhile, the party meets the Hero-King Marth, and together they set off in pursuit of Veronica.

Dialogue

He's still not here. Even though I told him I'd never forgive him if he was lying. ...... Excuse me? Yooo-hooo! Hmm? Don't you know it's dangerous here? There are imperial soldiers about! He said he'd be coming. Oh dear. Have you been separated from your family? He's not my family. Well, whoever he is, he seems important to you, which is all that matters. I've also been waiting for someone a long time, so perhaps you should come along with me. There's a village not all that far from here. If you're going to be waiting, you might as well do it in relative safety. There's a powerful swordsman there who will certainly keep you safe. But I... I won't hear another word on the matter. You're coming with me, and that's that!

Princess Veronica?! You know me too? No fair. I don't remember you. I'm afraid I don't understand. I have amnesia. Well, that IS a predicament. Who are you? I am Marth, Prince of Altea—though I wager that means little to you at present. Is this girl an acquaintance of yours, good sir knight? Indeed. We arrived here together. How lucky you are, girl; this kind swordsman has sworn to protect our village from that most terrible Empire, and I'm sure he'll do the same for you! Are you really that nice? Just like him... I will not stand idly by while injustice goes unpunished. But if I may ask, who did you mean by "him"? Alfonse was like that. You spoke with Prince Alfonse?! He said he'd come after me. Then I am certain he will; Prince Alfonse is not a man who takes his oaths lightly. I would also like to see him, and I believe waiting here would be more effective than engaging in some wild, fruitless search. I pray you will join me. Very well.

AAUUGH! THE IMPERIAL ARMY IS HERE! If they would seek to rule by force, I shall stand against them. ...Oh, my. I'm not here to do anything like that. I wouldn't DARE challenge the great Hero-King—I'm simply here to collect our distinguished guest. Loki! Tee hee! It's been a while, Marth. I would SO very much love to invite you to the party, but I'm afraid I simply must escort someone else. I take it your sights are set on Princess Veronica, then? Ooo, what a clever boy you are! ...Now come along, Veronica. No. I don't like you. You wound me! And after ALL the adventures we've been through together. Why, I know the feelings in your heart better than you do yourself. You are uneasy, no? Your memories lost, adrift in a strange and unfamiliar land, separated from the person you relied on... ...... I can rid you of that unease. I can restore your memories. You mustn't believe her honeyed words! Now now, Hero-King. I speak only the truth; I CAN help restore her memory. And should you reclaim your strength along with your memory, saving dear Prince Alfonse would be a simple matter! Saving him from what? Oooo, I'm afraid he sacrificed himself to save you and ended up locked in some dark, dank prison. SUCH a shame. Okay. I'll join you. No, Princess! You mustn't! Do not interfere, Hero-King! For if you allow us to go, I will have my soldiers withdraw from this town. ...But if you do NOT, I will have them raze it to the ground. I will never allow you to do so! Uuugh, you are REALLY being difficult! Oh, fine, then. I guess I'll just have to start by killing...mmmmmm....her! Eeek! See? I should just go. Princess Veronica, you must— Thank you for protecting me, but I want my memory back—so stay out of it. Let's go. See? This didn't have to be so hard. I'm so glad SOMEONE finally saw reason! You talk too much. Are you certain this was a good idea, sir knight? Princess...

Hello? Is anyone here? We heard the imperial army had invaded this town. It doesn't seem to have been attacked. Look! It's Prince Marth! Princess Fjorm?! Prince Alfonse?! I'm so glad we found you, Prince Marth. As am I. But now I'm even more upset I let Princess Veronica go. Say it isn't so! Let me tell you the tale... Gah! I can't believe Loki beat us here! My apologies. I should have made more of a clear effort to stop them. Your judgment saved the people of this town. You have my thanks. Nonetheless, we cannot leave things with Loki and Veronica as they stand. I bear responsibility for what has transpired. If you mean to search for Veronica, pray allow me to aid you. We'd be happy for the help.