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The hungry young girl introduces herself as Orchis and says that Rosetta brought her to the Knickknack Shack. Gran and the others set off again into the forest in order to return the girl to the Black Knight.

The Black Knight's young companion continues eating without a care in the world.

???

Yum, yum...

Rackam

So, uh... What're you doing here, little miss?

???

I'm not...

Rackam

What?

Orchis

I'm not a little miss. My name is Orchis.

Lyria

Orchis, you say?

Listen, Orchis... Did you come here by yourself? Where's the knight?

Orchis

I was left on watch.

On watch? So the Black Knight just left you here?

Orchis

No. She left me on watch aboard the airship.

Orchis

But then the rose lady brought me here. And got me some good food.

Rosetta

Hm? You mean me?

Katalina

Now I think we deserve an explanation. Why exactly did you bring Orchis here?

Rosetta

No reason in particular! I saw an airship I hadn't seen before, so I took a stroll around it...

Rosetta

She looked dreadfully bored on deck. So... I brought her here!

Rosetta

Hehe.

Hey, Gran... Is it just me or is that kidnapping?

Vyrn

That's totally kidnapping! What do you think you're doing?

Lyria

The Black Knight's going to be worried once she realizes Orchis is gone...

Orchis

It's okay. I left a note saying a strange lady took me away.

Orchis

So she won't worry... burp.

Vyrn

So, uh... Orchis? Do you know where the Black Knight went?

Orchis

The forest.
She said she had something to do deep inside the forest.

Katalina

To avoid any misunderstandings, I believe we should deliver Orchis to the Black Knight directly.

Eugen

Well, whatever the case, we've gotta find her as soon as possible. It's as simple as that!

With Orchis in tow, Gran and the others head back into the forest.

As they walk the forest path in search of the Black Knight, Lyria and Io chat with Orchis, who seems to be slowly opening up to them.

Katalina

My goodness, Rosetta... What in the skies were you thinking?

Katalina

How could you kidnap Orchis from the Black Knight's airship?

Rosetta

What's so wrong with that? Tell you what: I'll guide you to where you need to go.

Lyria

It's a pleasure to meet you, Orchis! I'm Lyria and this is Gran!

Orchis

What's a pleasure?

Lyria

Huh? Come to think of it, why do we say that when meeting people, Gran?

Basically it means let's be friends! My name's Io and it's a pleasure to meet you!

Orchis

You want to... be friends... with me?

Orchis

Friends...

Rackam

She's an odd one, all right. And she's tagging along with the Black Knight... like a daughter or something?

Eugen

I don't see much of a resemblance—

Eugen

But I do see some monsters ahead. Ready yerselves!

Lyria and Orchis discover that they know nothing about themselves except their names and how to use their powers. With this common thread, their bond begins to grow.

Lyria

Hey, Orchis! Do you mind if I ask you something? It might sound kind of weird.

Orchis

Weird?
But you always say weird things...

Lyria

Oh... you think so?

Orchis

Why are you so interested in me?

Lyria

Well... I just want to get to know you better, I guess!

Orchis

I knew it. You're weird and too nice.

Lyria

Maybe I'm weird... but sometimes I can be not so nice!

Orchis

Not so nice? You don't look it...

Lyria

But I am! I mean... sometimes I eat Katalina's slice of cake when she's not looking!

Orchis

...

Lyria

And sometimes I pretend to eat vegetables I don't like but secretly give them to Vyrn!

Lyria

Besides that, I think being friends with you might be good for me!

Orchis

Good for you? Why would being friends with me be good for you?

Lyria

Because I think you and I have a lot in common, Orchis.

Orchis

You mean our power to calm primal beasts?

Lyria

Yeah. I think getting to know you helps me get to know myself. If that makes any sense...

Orchis

You don't know much about yourself?

Lyria

Nope. How about you?

Orchis

No... I only know my name. And how to use my powers.

Lyria

I see... Then we're the same!

Orchis

The same...

Lyria

How about we find out who we are... together?

As Lyria opens up to Orchis, Katalina watches over her, vowing to do everything in her power to protect her.

Katalina

Seems like Lyria's really opening up to Orchis...

Rackam

You look so proud. Like your daughter finally made a friend!

Katalina

I think you mean sister.

Rackam

Right. That's what I meant...

Vyrn

Lyria said she always wanted a friend her age, so good for her! Don't you agree, Gran?

Eugen

Now then... We should take care of these monsters so the little lasses don't have to.

Katalina

Right. As long as I hold this sword, I won't allow any harm to come to Lyria!

After defeating the monsters, Gran and the others meet Baragona, the Scarlet Knight. Although he admits to having a partnership with the Black Knight, he says they aren't exactly friends.

Rosetta

Oh, you're all so dependable! That monster you just took care of was quite a big one!

Ha! I haven't even gotten started yet! Just you wait and—

???

Hello! Everyone okay over here?

???

I heard some fighting just now. Are any of you hurt?

Katalina

Scarlet armor... Can it be?

Rackam

No need to worry yourself, whoever you are. We're fine.

Vyrn

Yeah! We may not look it, but we've seen our fair share of trouble!

???

Is that so! Thank goodness...

Eugen

Beg your pardon, sir. But with that armor of yours, you wouldn't happen to be...

???

Come again? Oh, how rude of me! Where are my manners?

Baragona

I'm the Scarlet Knight Baragona Aragon, one of the Seven Luminary Knights who keep order across the skies. Pleased to make your acquaintance.

Rackam

You're the Scarlet Knight? Does that mean you're friends with the Black Knight?

Baragona

The Black Knight? Ah, yes. Her...

Baragona

We do have a partnership of sorts... But I would hesitate to call her a friend, per se.

Rackam

Whew... Finally someone who knows what we're talking about!

Vyrn

How about you come with us?

Vyrn

This forest is packed with all sorts of monsters, so the more the merrier! Right, Gran?

Baragona's gentle demeanor takes Katalina by surprise. She tells Gran and the others that Baragona was known as the strongest knight in the empire.

Katalina

The Scarlet Knight certainly has a more... gentle personality than I was expecting.

Is he famous or something? I mean, he says he's a knight, but he doesn't look like he'd hurt a fly.

Katalina

Famous doesn't quite seem like an appropriate way to describe one of the Seven Luminaries.

Lyria

Who are the Seven Luminaries, Katalina? It sounds like the Black Knight is one of them.

Orchis

The Seven Luminary Knights are the seven supreme keepers of the skies...

Katalina

You're a smart cookie! It's just as she says though. Seven knights, with each named after a hue.

Katalina

Lyria, do you remember when I said we'd need the sky map to cross the Grim Basin?

Lyria

I do. The Grim Basin separates the skydoms and it's too dangerous to cross without the sky map.

Katalina

That's right. But that rule isn't absolute.

Katalina

The Seven Luminaries have the power to cross the Grim Basin without a sky map.

Katalina

It's a feat that's all but impossible for anyone else in the skies.

Lyria

Th-that means they must be incredibly strong!

Katalina

Strong isn't exactly how I'd put it... But they do have an overwhelming power all their own.

Katalina

Especially the Scarlet Knight who's a superior fighter. While I served in Erste's military, he was known as the strongest knight in the empire.

Ha! The strongest knight in the empire, huh? Wait until he sees what we can do!

The atmosphere turns tense when Rosetta implies that Baragona is hiding something. But she convinces the knight to guide them through forest.

Rosetta

By the way, sir knight... We're searching for the Black Knight, but you wouldn't happen to know where she is, would you?

Baragona

Difficult to say. She's quite temperamental, you see.

Rosetta

Oh, is that so? But... didn't you just meet up with someone? The Black Knight, I believe...

Baragona

Madam... Would you mind clarifying what you mean by that? I suggest you choose your words wisely...

Vyrn

H-hey! Something's going on here...and it's not good!

Katalina

Rosetta's acting strange, as if she knows something... So who exactly is she?

Rosetta

I hate to break this to you, but there's nothing in this forest that slips my careful scrutiny.

Rosetta

And don't give me that sour face! I'm just a guide and nothing more.

Rosetta

I've brought them here, and now it's time for you to do what must be done.

Baragona

A guide, you say? I see... Then you must be Lyria, yes?

Lyria

Eep! Y-yes, that's right...

Baragona

Hm... Then that means the person standing next to you...

Baragona

Ah, yes... You carry yourself like your father. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, I suppose.

Vyrn

Wait! You know Gran's dad?

Baragona

Very well. I'll show you where to go. Follow me.

Vyrn

Hey! I'm talking to you!

Rosetta

Shall we get going? He's offering to lead the way, after all.

Katalina

Let's follow him, Gran. This may be our best bet.

After leading them deep into the forest, Baragona turns his sword on Gran and the crew out of a duty to test their strength.

Baragona

We have arrived. This is the place...

Which place exactly?

Eugen

Beg your pardon, but could you have gotten us lost? There's no one here but us!

Baragona

I promise you'll leave intact...
So unsheathe your weapons.

Katalina

What's going on here? Are you working for the empire after all?

Baragona

The empire has no part in this. It's just the duty I'm given. A duty shared by those who wield the greatest might in the skies.

Baragona

Gran, you've chosen Lyria as a companion. That fact alone means you must be tested.

Baragona

Now come... And do not hold back.
I wish to see what you are capable of.

Rackam

Whoa! If Gran goes all out, then sparks are gonna fly!

Baragona

Worry not. I'm quite strong. Stronger than you could ever hope to be...

When he puts it that way, I kind of want to punch him in the face.

Lyria

Wh-what should we do, Gran?

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If he wants a fight, he'll get it.

Vyrn

Yeah, and you're really askin' for it, buddy! We fight primal beasts all the time, y'know!

Vyrn

So we're gonna make you eat those words! You haven't seen a fraction of what we can do!

Katalina

This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance. It's the greatest warrior in the skies, and he's allowing us to face him on even footing!

Orchis

...

Rosetta

You're being tested, Gran. All of you, in fact. So you'd better show me...

Rosetta

Show me the very strength that led you to take Lyria's hand on that fateful day.

Satisfied with Gran's ability, Baragona smiles as he takes his leave. Rosetta decides to join the crew.

Baragona

...!

Rosetta

That was certainly... unexpected.

Baragona

Well, well! I must say you're quite skilled!

Rackam

How's he still moving after everything we threw at him?

Katalina

Looks like he was going easy on us. No wonder they called him the strongest in the empire...

Baragona

That will be more than enough for today. I've learned everything I need to...

Baragona

I look forward to the day our paths cross once more.

With these simple words, the Scarlet Knight leaves with a gentle grin on his face.

Rackam

So, lady...
You mind telling us who you are?

Rosetta

The answer to that question really isn't that interesting. Besides...

Rosetta

What's important here is that you managed to drive off the Scarlet Knight! I knew there was something I liked about you and your friends, Gran!

Rackam

Yeah... Thanks.

Rosetta

And that's why I've decided to tag along on your little journey. I'm quite looking forward to it, Gran!

Katalina

What! We firmly decline that offer! We don't even know who you are!

Rosetta

Oh, come now. Would it really hurt to have a little extra beauty for this long journey of yours?

We've already got enough beauty, thank you very much! Right, Lyria?

Lyria

R-right! Don't you agree, Gran?

Rosetta

I'm saying you need a little splash of... maturity, if you catch my drift.

Eugen

Ha-ha! If that's the case, then you've got this old man's stamp of approval!

Katalina

Is she saying I'm lacking... in maturity?

Rackam

Well, look at that! Katalina's so shocked I could knock her over with a feather!

Katalina

D-don't be stupid! Nobody's knocking anybody over with something like that!

Vyrn

Things on the airship should be more interesting with her around at least. Right, Gran?

Orchis

How lively...

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