As the intensity of the three suns in the sky lessened slightly, Sein rose to his feet and resumed his journey.0

Before departing, he let out a soft sigh and left half a vial of his remaining nutritional potion for Marlon and Stenson.0

He wondered if it was the last shred of his conscience resisting full integration into the world of black mages, or if he was truly moved by the unique bond between Marlon and Stenson, or perhaps he was merely adhering to the principle of equivalent exchange commonly upheld by mages.8

Nevertheless, his act of goodwill prompted Marlon to bow respectfully to Sein and declare in a solemn tone, “Stenson and I owe you our lives, and we will certainly repay...2