102 mide.alva

///C
Alva:
And that takes care of those enemies. Well done, Mide. You are a credit to your race.
Mide:
You still don't think highly of us, do you?
Alva:
Why should I? The Kotanese have always been the race of lesser men. They've always been mindless violent barbarians. But you, Mide, you have sense in you.
Mide:
Tch, whatever.
Alva:
Do not act so dismissive, girl. You should be happy I judge individuals more fairly. I will allow it though, for you have been such an asset to me. Your sword arm is admittedly superior to any imperial's. And you introduced me to your wonderful sky's blessing...
Mide:
Whatever, just as long as you hold up your end of the bargain.
Alva:
Of course. I will continue to pay you well for your service. And I haven't forgotten my other promise. The location of that man. Though in war time... this will be hard to do.
Mide:
I don't mind. Just pay me more for having me wait.
Alva:
Gh... Very well.

///B
Mide:
What do you do with that stuff anyway, Alva?
Alva:
Your sky's blessing, you mean? Mmm, I've been refining it, making it stronger.
Mide:
Stronger...?
Alva:
You say your shamans use this in Kotan. They use it for divination  and such, correct?
Mide:
Yeah... Though some people use it for recreational use.
Alva:
Yes, it became quite popular with a noble I introduced it to. I gave him a refined version of it. Eventually, he gave all he had to me for more.
Mide:
...
Alva:
I see fear in your eyes, Mide.
Hehahahaha!
Mide:
Yeah... I'm just wondering what have I done.
Alva:
Ha, don't act so pure hearted, my dear. You gave this to me to fuel your quest for revenge!
Mide:
Yeah, I did. I'm starting to think it was a mistake. Let me warn you, the sky's blessing was never meant to be abused. Even the more casual users of it on the plains were cautious.
Alva:
Hmph...
Mide:
Do not blame me if you destroy your country with it. It is more powerful than you know.
Alva:
...

///A
Alva:
I have turned the sky's blessing into a devil's thirst!. I have perfected it, with this, I can have everything...
Mide:
You seem hesitant, Alva...
Alva:
Grrr... You are right...
Mide:
Why? Did you suddenly grow a conscience?
Alva:
......... If I had remained home, I'd use this without hesitation. I could gain power beyond imagination. I can see it, taste it. But... I can see the destruction it would cause to Deimos. You are right, Mide... Such a thing... was never meant to be abused.
Mide:
You destroyed the vial... Why the change of heart?
Alva:
What good is being on top when the foundation is rotting? This was the way of the wisemen responsible for all this. I'd just be toppled and another Raum would be born. I must find another way. Another way to true nobility.
Mide:
Well, boss, you've got a long way to go.
Alva:
... I do, don't I? If only I could obtain the love of the people. Just like Orion... I'll never be forgiven for what I have done already... But my actions in this war may just be my turning point. Oh, but I do intend on still keeping my deal with you. I'll find your man, I promise.
Mide:
Mmm... Well, good luck with your quest, Alva.
Alva:
You too. Quite frankly, you're the only person I can consider a friend. So, I feel I must be good to you. You're the only one who listens to me.
Mide:
Now that is the most ridiculous thing you've ever said.
Alva:
Me being nice is so strange? I really do have a long way...