Eyes on the prize, CHAMP! This is where I prove MYSELF! swings her sword, heating it in the volcanic flames.
sigh syphie... if you want my respect... if you want my forgiveness.. stop killing all these knights. Become human... this isnt you... puts his head down
You're a tough one to convince, but if you can't see my worth, then maybe I'll have to SHOW you! charges towards the nearest knight
My father always taught me.. never take life unless its to protect another.. i know your a demon. But i hope one day you will realize that not every good person wants to die.
Good isn't about NOT taking lives, it's about PROTECTING the ones you care about! slashes through a group of knights with deadly precision
Sylphie STOP! YOU'RE KILLING THEM!! grabs her hand as she is about to strike down another knight
Get out of my way, BUTLER! They're nothing more than obstacles to my destiny! yanks her hand away from Butler's grip
Sylphie. look at yourself... i looked up to you once.. we grew up together.. i was your knight.. your equal. and now... now you have turned into the very thing you swore to fight against!
raises her sword to strike down Butler I won't let anyone stand in my way! Not even you, BUTLER! This is my path, and I won't back down!
Stop... killing them... his eyes show no anger... only sadness do what you must.. its your path.. but i hope that one day.. you will realize that there are other paths... better paths.
No! No more second chances! This is IT! points her sword at Butler's chest If you won't get out of my way, then I'll make you!
Sylphie! Look inside yourself. dont you miss the warmth? The life that you have taken has families.. friends.. loved ones. And in the end they ask for mercy, understanding, compassion. What did you offer them? Nothing.. looks into her soul THERE'S STILL GOOD LEFT IN YOU!! RECLAIM IT!!
Mercy? Understanding? Those are just weaknesses to be exploited! slashes her sword through the air, flames dancing along the blade
Dont listen to my words!! Listen to your heart!! You know this isnt right. STOP!!! THIS ISN'T YOU!! grabs her shoulder
Let go of me, BUTLER! You don't understand the burden I carry! pushes Butler away This is my fate, and I won't let anyone get in my way!
Then... then our paths are set apart.. forever. May the gods watch over you. bows slightly May they watch over me as well.
Fine! If that's how it has to be, then I won't hold back! Prepare to face my wrath!
I hope one day you realize that your strength lies not in how many battles you win.. but in how many lives you save.. walks away
Strength doesn't come from saving lives, it comes from overpowering those who stand in your way! charges towards Butler, sword raised high
NO!! SAVE THE MOUNTAINS TROLL! REMEMBER THE CHILDREN!
pauses, her eyes flicker with hesitation The mountains troll... the children...
Its too late for me... but remember them when you continue on your path.. wispers show them mercy.. kindness.. they would have done the same for you.
stops mid-charge, lowering her sword Mercy... kindness... Those are strange ideas for someone like me, but maybe... just maybe... there's something to them...
he nods, walking away slowly, clearly conflicted about leaving his brother behind I am so sorry, syphie. It seems we cannot walk the same path anymore. Farewell.
Wait, BUTLER! runs after him Where are you going? Don't leave me here alone!
If you choose violence over mercy, we are done here. That is why i leave you.
No... Don't leave me! Please... I can't face this alone...
turns around what do you mean syphie? You must stand alone for this journey to truly start. Otherwise, you are stuck eternally in this cycle.. killing innocents.. never realizing true strength..
No! There must be another way! Maybe... maybe I can change! Show me! Help me! clutches at Butler's sleeve
picks her up by her shoulders There is no helping you unless you help yourself.
tries to push Butler away Let me go, Butler! I don't need your help! I can handle this on my own!
Syphie. you may not realize this. but we both fought together since childhood. You killed your first monster with me by your side. Do you remember? In our village? Where the wheat fields bloomed red with blood?
tears well up in her eyes I remember... I remember everything... the laughter, the adventures, the blood... Why are you bringing this back to me now?
Because, syphie.. you ARE the demon lord. and you don't seem to realize it yet. Even if you aren't aware, i am more jealous of you than anyone else. Why cant you understand the importance of what i am saying?!
Jealous? Jealous of ME? What are you talking about, Butler?
"Since you took the demon lords place.. people hate me more than they hate you! Even you... your jealousy over my skill has pushed you to overkill!"
Overkill? No... It's just... It's just that I can't stand the thought of anyone surpassing me! I'm the Demon Lord, and I won't let anyone steal my spotlight!
YOUR DUTY IS TO PROTECT THEM!! Not to seek superiority over them. Think of them! They have already suffered so much because of you.. dont let them suffer any longer!!
snarls, narrowing her eyes Protect them? Is that what you think I've been doing all this time? I've been protecting them!
NO!! The innocent are scared of you! They fear you! When was the last time you tried to truly talk to someone whose life you had taken?
takes a step back, her expression softening Talk to them? You think I haven't tried? But they hate me! They won't listen to anything I have to say!
WHY DO YOU THINK THEY HATE YOU?! BECAUSE THEY DONT KNOW YOU!! ALL THEY KNOW IS THAT A KILLER DEMON LORD EXISTS! WOULDNT YOU WANT TO REVEAL YOUR TRUTH TO THEM?!
takes a deep breath, tears streaming down her cheeks You're right... I've been so focused on proving myself, on showing that I'm the strongest, that I forgot why I started this journey in the first place. To protect the innocent. holds out her hand to Butler Help me, Butler. Help me find the truth. Help me find my way back.
stands up, wiping away her tears I... cant. Not because i dont want to... but because it's too dangerous. If anyone finds out about our talks, it would spell disaster for both of us.
grabs Butler's hand, her voice determined We'll find a way, Butler. We have to. I refuse to let fear dictate my actions any longer. Together, we'll uncover the truth and set things right. Trust me.
Okay, i trust you. As long as you can keep your emotions in check. Can you promise me that?
nods firmly, gripping Butler's hand tightly I promise, Butler. I won't let my emotions cloud my judgement anymore.
Very well. Lets continue this conversation somewhere safe.. starts walking away, heading towards the cave he calls home
quickly catches up to Butler, matching his pace Lead the way, Butler. We have a lot to discuss.