| abstract | - (In what looks like a base, the camera slowly descends to show the Avatar walking past Hinoka and Takumi, in the direction of Ryoma and Scarlet. The scene then transitions)
* Ryoma: Welcome to the Cheve Underground. This is where the resistance meets. We should be safe here for the time being.
* Avatar: Thank you, Ryoma. I think I speak for everyone when I say this... We're so glad to have you back in command.
* Sakura: We all missed you so much!
* Takumi: I knew you'd be fine. But I'm still glad to have you back.
* Hinoka: Now that we're all reunited, nothing can stop us!
* Ryoma: Thank you, everyone. It's great to see you all again. And I must apologize for making you all worry so much. To think of all you've overcome to track me down... I've never been prouder to be your older brother.
* Avatar: So, what's next? Now that we're all back together, it seems like anything is possible.
* Scarlet: I like the sound of that. So you all must be Ryoma's siblings, right?
* Ryoma: Ah, yes. It seems introductions are in order. (If the Avatar is male)
* Ryoma: These are my younger brothers, Avatar and Takumi. And my sisters, Hinoka, Azura, and Sakura. (If the Avatar is female)
* Ryoma: This is my younger brother, Takumi. And my sisters, Hinoka, Azura, Avatar, and Sakura.
* Ryoma: Everyone, this is Scarlet.
* Scarlet: Wait...those names are awfully familiar. Are you named after the Hoshidan royal family?
* Ryoma: Er. You could say that. We ARE the Hoshidan royal family.
* Scarlet: Urk! Please forgive me, Your Highness! I had no idea you were THE Ryoma!
* Ryoma: Please, Scarlet. You may simply call me Lord Ryoma. I apologize for not revealing my true identity earlier, but it was necessary. I wanted to get a true feel for your group without my royalty muddying the waters.
* Scarlet: You needn't have worried. We have a common enemy. And many of us have strong ties to Hoshido. My own grandfather was one of the king's servants many years ago.
* Ryoma: Is that so?
* Scarlet: Yes! I've always wanted to be a knight because of him. I fact, if it wouldn't be out of place...I'd really like to join your party. You've seen what I can do in battle. What do you say?
* Ryoma: I say we'd be lucky to have you. Welcome aboard.
* Scarlet: Yes! Thank you so much, Lord Ryoma.
* Avatar: Ryoma, can you tell us more about the resistance?
* Ryoma: Yes. The group here in Cheve is one of the most well organized. In the early stages of battle, I learned of this group and decided to investigate. I made my way to this region and joined the resistance under false pretenses. Of course, you must realize that there are underground anti-Hoshido groups as well. That's why it's important for us to have a presence in regions controlled by Nohr. In case the conflict spreads.
* Scarlet: I can't believe I didn't recognize him. Oh well. I'm just glad we're on the same side. All of us in the Cheve resistance simply wish to be free of Nohr's oppressive rule.
* Avatar: Yes. It's important to remember that we're not just fighting for Hoshido. Garon's mania for conquest must not be allowed to claim one nation more! (A violent sound is heard, accompanied by shaking)
* Avatar: What was that? I thought this was a safe house.
* Scarlet: It is! Nobody outside the resistance knows about this place. Let's see what's going on. (Scene transitions to the outside)
* Scarlet: What's going on? What was that blast?
* Resistance: Milady, we're surrounded by Nohrian troops. Our men have engaged the enemy, but we're severely outnumbered.
* Scarlet: No! How did they know that we were here?
* Azura: We may still have a traitor among us...
* Avatar: What are you suggesting? You saw what happened to Zola.
* Azura: I don't know, Avatar. How else could this have happened?
* Avatar: I refuse to believe...
* Ryoma: No matter. We must evacuate immediately. There's a secret path nearby. Come, everyone!
* Scarlet: But what then? That path leads right to Nohr's doorstep.
* Ryoma: Indeed. And that is exactly where I intend to go.
* Scarlet: Are you serious? We're not ready for that kind of mission.
* Ryoma: Running from the enemy won't bring this war to an end. We need to confront King Garon directly. And I believe that a swift counterattack would be the last thing he expects now. What do you think, Avatar?
* Avatar: I think you're right. Moving forward quickly with a small force could actually work.
* Scarlet: I don't know...
* Avatar: Scarlet, if you're not on board with this plan, please don't feel obligated to join. I understand it must be hard to leave your troops here to fend for themselves.
* Scarlet: No...I'll go with you. The resistance here is strong. We may be outnumbered, but we'll win the day. I can see the conviction in your eyes. Let's do this!
* Ryoma: Excellent. Now that we're in agreement, we should get moving. The sooner we make our move, the greater our advantage! (Ryoma, Scarlet and the Avatar are walking through a corridor. Then they stop)
* Avatar: So this path leads all the way to Nohr? Are you sure we'll be safe?
* Scarlet: We should be. Then again, I thought that our safe house was actually SAFE. We built the path for this exact purpose, but I had no idea we'd use it this soon...
* Avatar: I'm sorry, Scarlet. Our arrival has certainly set things in motion.
* Scarlet: It's all right. Maybe it's just the spark we needed to finally make a move. So please, wipe that sad look of your face. We're going to kick some butt! (Scarlet gives a powerful slap on the Avatar's back)
* Avatar: Whoa! Thanks, I guess I needed that. If we're going to invade Nohr all by ourselves, I'd better be confident. (Ryoma begins moving again)
* Ryoma: We're close, everyone. Time to get serious. (Scene shows illustration of a massive wall protected by the Nohrian army)
* Avatar: Well, that's a formidable wall. And there's no shortage of troops... Everyone, please listen up. Once we cross the border, there's no turning back. If anyone wants to retreat, now's your chance. You will not be judged.
* Hinoka: I'll follow you to the end of the world, Avatar. You have my support.
* Takumi: And leave you here to take on these jerks all by yourself? Forget about it. I'll bend my bow to your will, Avatar!
* Sakura: I wouldn't think of staying behind after all you've done for us.
* Ryoma: I'm pleased to see you taking on the role of a leader, Avatar. You're becoming worthy of the sword that has chosen you. Naturally, I will not be turning back.
* Azura: You know this already, but you have my support as well, Avatar.
* Avatar: Thank you, everyone. Your support means the world to me. Now, let's head into Nohr and show King Garon we mean business!
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