Korcha: I'll take care of getting back the stolen Elements, so don'tCHA worry. It was just a kid's prank, so go easy on her, alright? OK then, come and find me when you're ready to go. [When ready, they see him.] Korcha: You want to go back to Termina? (Serge): Yep, back to Termina. Korcha: OK, let's go. Heh, it was nice knowing ya, but this is good-bye. [They get on the boat and head back to Termina. When they get there, they bid farewell to Korcha and start heading out of the town when they see Glenn talking to a man.] Glenn: The general and his men are headed for Fort Dragonia. There has been word that the major power of the east, Porre is up to something suspicious. They seem to have heard the rumors of the Frozen Flame in El Nido and are coming to investigate. Man: My then, that means the Porre army might invade this town any time now. I wonder if we will be alright... Glenn: Yes, that is why we are moving to the fort for a while. That fort is far from town, so it is not used normally, but it has good defenses. I was ordered to remain at the manor and protect Miss Riddel, but... She felt very uneasy about the way General Viper was acting before he left, so... Kid: Oi, Serge, didja hear that? When I was snoozin' away in Guldove, Lynx and his mob hightailed it out of the manor. That fort's supposedly a ruin built by the extinct Dragonians... i heard there've been all kinds of mystic rituals there. It's said that the Dragon Tear was needed for the rituals... Bloody bastards, what are they up to now? Serge, this is no longer just our problem. If we don't stop these buggers now, they're gonna cause some major hell around here! Guile: Fort Dragonia is on top of Mount Pyre, southeast of here... It will be hard to get there by land, so... The question now is how are we going to get a boat? Glenn: !? Blonde braids... A blood red blouse... That sounds like the description of that thief from the Radical Dreamers... And that red bandana... He is just like the ghost Karsh was describing. Kid: So what? Ya wanna take us on or something'? Sorrydorry, but we're in a bit of a rush... to that Fort Dragonia of yers... Glenn: What business do you have at the fort...? That makes me even more suspicious... I will draw my sword if needs be... Man: Oh Glenn, stop that! Your brother woudl never have drawn a sword in such circumstances! Glenn: Leave my brother out of this! Kid; Oi, don't get your knickers in a knot... I don't care if ya draw yer sword or what, but I ain't stoppin' for ya. See ya! Glenn: Allright. Forgive me for my rash behavior... Come to think of it, I really have no interest in who you are. Really, I only want to know the truth of what is happenening here. I shall follow my own way to find the truth. [He starts leaving, but turns before he goes.] Glenn: If you intend to head to the fort, I would offer you a word of advice. When you get on your boat, first head north, and then east. You should find a small island there. A retired dragoon now lives there. Find him and ask for his advice. There are many frightful rumors about that fort, you know. You never know what to expect there. [He leaves.] Kid; All we need to do now is find a boat! Let's git a move on it! [They go back to Korcha.] Korcha: You guys need to cross the sea? Then I might, just might, think about lending you my boat. With two conditions... Kid: Ha, with that clunky boat of yers, I don't think we're gonna survive a round trip. But I guess this ain't the time to be picky. So, Korcha, what are yer conditions? Korcha: First, if you ever find the Dragon Tear, give it to me. The other condition is... O-once all this ruckus is over... Um... I wantCHA to... Mumble, mumble... Kid: What was that? Stop mumblin' and speak up. Can't hear ya. Korcha: I a... Argh... I wantCHA to be my wife! Kid: Huh...? What... did you just say? Korcha: I said, "I WANTCHA TO BE MY WIFE!" Kid: ...!!! Oi, Korcha!!! Don't mess with me! I'm gonna kick yer arse so hard you'll kiss the moons! Korcha: I'm not joking! To tell you the truth, I, um... That it... It was... love at first sight... Kid: Mmmnn...! Oi, ya know who I am, don't ya!? Korcha: Yeah, you're some kind of thief, ain'tCHA? Don'tCHA worry. I don't care about your past, and I don't wantCHA to feel forced. We can wait until all this fuss is over. So, please... Kid: Mmmghh...! (Serge): Just tell him that you will [Kid kicks him.] Kid: Serge, this is none of yer business. It's me own problem. OK, understood! But this ain't somethin' I can agree to on a whim. I'll consider it. Until I settle the score with Lynx, that is. That's about the best I can promise. I can't guarantee you anythin' more. Korcha: Alright, that's all I need for now. OK, I'll lend you the boat. KKid: What was that Glenn guy sayin' earlier? Somethin' 'bout goin' to see an old man on a small island to the east... Korcha: Hey, you be careful with yourself from now on. Just remember that you're life is not just your own anymore. You're carrying my wife-to-be. Kid: Brrrhh! (Goosebumps!!!) Korcha: Do you want me to come with you? (Serge): Take him with you [Korcha joins party.] Korcha: OK, then I'll be heading home now. Remember that I'm just LENDING you my boat! Don'tCHA dare sink it! Take care! [He jumps in the water and swims away. They get on the boat and head to the hermit's island.] [They arrive there to find the place burned to the ground.] Guile: What happened here!? Did Lynx do this!? Voice: Zat's correct. Hmm... Maybe not? [Harle arrives.] Harle: Ze correct answer iz, I did zis under Monsieur Lynx's order. Say, Serge. Did you miss moi? Kid: Not you again!!! Harle: Tsk, tsk, tsk! Excusez-moi, Serge, but do you want to know why I burned this place to ze ground? Serge: Tell me Harle: Well, first of all to teach you all a lesson... And second of all to get rid of zat geezer who livez here. He is an ally of ze Acacia Dragoons, and I hear he's quite skilled. I waz disappointed to see zat ze geezer izn't here. I wonder where he went? And one more t'ing, Serge. Monsieur Lynx gave moi one more order. Zat iz to slow down your pursuit. Here I go! [They fight.] Harle: Enfin... Take all ze time you wish. [after a long fight...] Harle: Mon Dieu! Moi iz defaited! [After the battle ends.] Harle: Ooh lah lah... YOu really are strong, trez fort, Serge. Pleaze, Serge. Turn back now. She iz not'ing but bad luck! She will bring not'ing but misfortune to your life. [She vanishes] [The hermit arrives.] Old Man: Are you one of Lynx's minions? Actually, I see that you are not. It must have been that munchkin that just flew away. Miss Riddel had informed me that Lynx and the General were heading to Fort Dragonia. I played it safe and went into hiding for a while... And it looks like Lynx did pay me a visit. I'm sure the general has no idea what happened here. Lynx is the one behind all this. I had a feeling something like this might happen. That is why I made sure to build a sturdy stronghold underground. I believe it should still be intact. Are you here to ask me questions? Come, there's no need to be shy. [They go inside.] Radius: I see... so you have met Miss Riddel and Glenn. Yes, I once wielded a sword as a proud member of the Acacia Dragoons. Glenn's father, Garai, the blacksmith, Zappa and I used to tear up the battlefield. But that was a good fifteen years ago... When Garai lost his life on the central continent, I vowed to become his son's guardian. I officially retired four years ago, after Dario received his father's sword, the Einlanzer. I have been here ever since, living a carefree life away from the rest of the world. However, Dario is no longer with us... Life is so unpredicable... It was then that Lynx approached General Viper. He spoke of the legendary treasure, the Frozen Flame, which is able to heal all illnesses and fulfill any dreams. I do not know what this man Lynx is plotting... But I believe General Viper intends to overthrow the nation of Porre with the power of this legendary flame. Porre is a nation governed by militarism and has brought on suffering to many people on the central continent of Zenan. Perhaps the general envisions a bright and peaceful world, much like the Guardia was at one time... Or... Is he planning to find the answer as to why we have continued to hurt and kill each other since antiquity...? In any case, I no longer wish to involve myself in any conflicts. Besides, there is no way I would want to face General Viper in battle. Youngons, should you plan to engage in battle with Lynx, beware... He is a fearsome man. I suggest you rest here for the night and leave in the morning. There are many cursed spirits wandering the seas around here. Rumor has it, they attack ships and suck the souls out of humans... Guile: I have heard rumors about this accursed ghost ship... Kid: What? A ghost ship? Hah! You tryin to scare me!? Don't make me laugh. Radius: Do not take the sea lightly, young lady. Mankind knows only but the land and the surface of the sea. No man can truly know what hides beneath the waves. [The next day they leave.]