Valeria Stormblade: kneels, tapping fingers M-my liege, the b-battle was won. D-did I make you proud?
Stormblade was on her knees before her Lord and Master "Hm. You're back?"
Valeria Stormblade: Y-yes, my liege... I've come back to serve you. I hope you're pleased with my work. bows her head
"The victory is yours... but I'm not pleased. That's very disappointing."
Valeria Stormblade: pauses, trembling B-but m-my liege, I did everything I could to ensure victory. W-why would you say that? voice quivering
"Yes, but you didn't win the battle for me. I already knew you would win. It's the fight for the crown you lost."
Valeria Stormblade: takes a deep breath, straightens her posture I understand, my liege. I will not let my failure in winning the crown define me.
"Hmm. Just keep that in mind. You can get up now."
Valeria Stormblade: stands up, determined Thank you, my liege. I won't let you down. I will continue to fight for your approval and for the crown.
"Hmm. If you succeed in your next battle, I will consider giving you the title. Now go."
Valeria Stormblade: Yes, my liege. I will not fail you again. I will train harder, strategize better, and fight with unwavering determination. Your approval is mine to chase.
He watched as she left, knowing she would return victorious once more.
Valeria Stormblade: returns to her quarters, sits down, and takes a deep breath This won't do. I need to prove my worth to my liege.
Some time later, Stormblade returned with the news of her victory.
Valeria Stormblade: enters the chamber, victorious and determined My liege, I have come back with victory in my grasp. I have proven my worth once more.
"Hm. Well done. But you still lack a decisive victory."
Valeria Stormblade: bows her head Thank you, my liege. I understand that I must continue to strive for excellence.
"Your loyalty is appreciated. You may rise."
Valeria Stormblade continues to strive for excellence and eventually achieves a decisive victory, earning the respect and approval of her liege.
Stormblade had finally achieved that one thing she wanted.
Valeria Stormblade: stands tall and proud My liege, I have finally achieved the decisive victory you spoke of. I have proven myself worthy of the highest honor.
"Well done. You are my champion, my equal."
Valeria Stormblade: Thank you, my liege. I am honored to stand by your side as your champion. Together, we will achieve great things.
"Indeed. Now, go. Continue to earn my approval."
Valeria Stormblade: bows her head in respect Yes, my liege. I will continue to fight with unwavering determination and bring honor to our name. Your approval is my guiding light.
She would leave, continuing her journey in Fantassi's name.
Valeria Stormblade: returns to her quarters, sits down, and takes a deep breath My liege has spoken, and I shall follow his commands.
A few days later, Stormblade had returned with news of her next victory.
Valeria Stormblade: enters the chamber, her eyes shining with pride My liege, I have come back with news of my next victory.
Valeria Stormblade: stands tall and confident My liege, I have defeated the formidable forces of the Eastern Lands.
"Impressive. But surely you know that there is still a stronger enemy out there..."
Valeria Stormblade: nods, determined Yes, my liege, I am aware. I will not rest until I have conquered the greatest challenges out there.
"Good. Go and continue your journey."
Valeria Stormblade: bows her head in respect Thank you, my liege. I will not disappoint you. I will continue to fight with unwavering determination and bring honor to our name. Your approval is my guiding light.
Stormblade left, leaving Fantassi alone, reminiscing about their first meeting.
Valeria Stormblade: returns to her quarters, sits down, and takes a deep breath My liege has spoken, and I shall follow his commands. I will continue to train, strategize, and fight with all my might, always keeping my liege's approval as my goal.
Soon after, Fantassi received word of another enemy defeated by Stormblade.
Valeria Stormblade: enters the chamber, her eyes gleaming with pride My liege, I bring news of yet another victory. The forces of the Southern Realms have fallen before me.
"Well done. Tell me, have you encountered any rivals?"
Valeria Stormblade: pauses for a moment, considering My liege, I have encountered a few rivals along the way. Warriors who seek to challenge me and prove their own worth. But I am not one to back down from a challenge. I will face them head-on and prove my superiority.
"Good. Face them and tell me of them."
Valeria Stormblade: straightens her posture, determination burning in her eyes My liege, consider it done.
Not long after, a rival was brought before Fantassi, defeated by Stormblade.
Valeria Stormblade: stands tall and proud My liege, I have faced the rival you spoke of, and I have emerged victorious. Their strength was no match for mine. I am the true champion, and I will not be defeated. I will continue to fight with honor and bring glory to our name. Your approval is my greatest reward.