Foreign Royalty

Defensive Event: Fire Emblem: Lost Heroes

Episode 1

Foreign Royalty

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The Prince from Another World

Summary

Alfonse awakens in an unfamiliar world and happens upon Veronica, who has seemingly lost her memory. As they flee the Empire, the pair encounters the prince and his allies. One misunderstanding leads to another, and they find themselves crossing blades.

Dialogue

Nnngh... Did I lose consciousness? Where am I? I remember a tear in space opening while we fought Princess Veronica, but then... Hmm. Was I perhaps swallowed into it? I do hope Prince Marth and Princess Fjorm are all right. ...There she is! After her! Someone's being pursued, it seems. Hmm? Wait, that's... *pant* *pant* *pant* Princess Veronica?! Don't let her escape! Flank her! Blast. They're chasing her? For what reason? And under whose banner do they rally? Also, why isn't she fighting back? With her power, she should be able to break through their ranks with ease. She's cornered! Round her up! Uh oh. I know not what is happening here, but I cannot simply ignore the situation. You there! Declare yourselves! Why do you pursue the princess?! Keep your nose out of the Dyrenell Empire's business unless you want to lose your head in the process! (How strange—I've never heard of this "Dyrenell Empire." It seems I've arrived in a completely unfamiliar place.) Ah, enough of this. Kill him already! It seems there's no reasoning with them. Very well! You'll get no sympathy from me! Gaaaaah! Princess Veronica! This way! Um...all right.

There, we've lost them. ...But are you well, Princess Veronica? I confess myself a bit confused as to why someone of your skill would have trouble with base blackguards. I'm...Veronica? Do you know me? Oh dear. Have you lost your memory? I think so. Perhaps this is an effect of the shock encountered when coming to this world... Who are you? How do you know me? Er, I am Alfonse, prince of the Askran Kingdom. Your name is Veronica, and you are...the princess of the Emblian Empire. Your hesitation gives the impression you are my enemy. Not exactly. At the very least, we have no reason to be in conflict right now. What a strange way to put it. We must be enemies after all. I don't... But you saved me anyway. I suppose I should thank you. It's true that our prior relationship was not a particularly warm one. However, I would like to improve our bond if you don't find the notion offensive. I do not. I'm glad to hear it. Henceforth, let us work together, Princess Veronica. Now, what should be our next course? There is no gate to be found, and we've no idea what manner of world we're in. It is a most perplexing predicament. I suspect we've no other choice than to find a populated area and attempt to gather information. But with so many people... I understand your unease at the thought, seeing as we still do not know why those soldiers pursued you. And yet, we— Okay. I'll do it. Thank you. And be assured that if ever you find yourself in peril, I WILL aid you. Such a strange stance for an enemy of mine to take. You may not remember this, but you and I share an entwined existence, like two sides of the same coin. As such, I could never abandon you to the whims of fate. I see. Hey! They're over here! Blast! They're still after us! This way, Princess! After them!

*pant* *pant* We're not going to be able to avoid them forever... Hmm?! Whoa, easy there! You're runnin' so fast, I nearly took...you...ou... Hey! It's you! You are the woman who was leading the imperial army earlier. No wonder the soldiers are so keen to find you; they've left you without a proper escort. Bwaaa ha ha! Their loss is our gain! Let's take this lady and her friend out before reinforcements show! (Look at their keen movements... The blazing fire in their eyes... They are clearly masters of the combat arts.) Princess Veronica, on my signal, I want you to run. Understood? What about you? I will be right behind you. I forbid you to sacrifice yourself for me. No one is dying today; your running merely gives me more options in combat. I will come after you once you've made good your escape—I swear it. I won't forgive you if you're lying. There is no need for violence today. Surrender yourself quietly, and I give you my word you will not be harmed. Your insistent pursuit makes clear your plans, sir—and I do not trust your word. ...Now, Princess! Run! Ah! Okay, can we chase her down THIS time? Not unless you deal with me first! We've no choice but to fight now. Get ready, everyone...