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Is your job that important to you?

Maintaining professionalism is very important to me.

Finding a good employer isn't easy, so I do happen to care about this job.

What about you? You knew from the beginning that I was here to waste your time. You don't look that upset about it.

Call it a bit of curiosity. Even if you managed to delay me here, what exactly can you accomplish?

Looks like, Enciodes's bodyguards are good for doing more than just his dirty work.

People only know that Enciodes bought The Black Knight. They don't know the Black Knight also approves of Enciodes.

You and Enciodes are both prideful.

...I'll remember your name, Sharp.

You don't have to remember my name, but you would do well to remember the Doctor's.

Hm?

What's going on at Mount Karlan?

Soldiers, in formation.

Yessir!

All forces––

What happened?

Time seems to stand still in this moment.

Only the Saintess's footsteps reverberate through the mountains.

The wind and snow already gave way, at some unknown time.

The dark clouds overhead seem to part before her path, slowly spreading to both sides.

The light filtering through the clouds shines upon the Saintess, and for a second, the people see her descending from the sky itself.

But this is no illusion.

A miracle...

It's a miracle.

It's a miracle!!!

In this moment, only one thought remains in the hearts of the warriors.

And that is –– to offer their staunchest devotion to the Saintess.

Kjarr.

Go. I will attend to the Great Elder.

Of course.

Come to think of it, even though the great hall has been repaired several times, it may not be much younger than Her.

The same goes for the title of Great Elder.

No one would deny that the existence of the Vine-Bead Court has allowed Kjerag to remain united all these years.

But what was correct in the past may no longer be correct.

If you cannot adapt to the changing times, then no matter how strong you are, you are fated to be cast aside.

Kjerag should not suffer that fate. At least, that is what some people hope.

Sweet dreams, Great Elder.

You've done well. You've all done well.

...How?

...What is THAT?

Is that... a miracle...?

What's going on at Mount Karlan?

All forces, pull back.

What... just happened?

Can it be... a miracle from Kjeragandr?

What will happen to Kjerag now...?

Hurts my eyes.

You've got me wondering now. Is this also a part of your Doctor's plans?

I don't know myself.

To be honest, if this was a part of the Doctor's plans, or even an anticipated possibility...

Even if some operators act like the Doctor is omnipotent, I think this would be a bridge too far.

Enya, I'm scared...

Don't be, Ensia.

I will protect you.

I... will protect Kjerag.

All the warriors along the mountain trail lay their weapons down.

In the face of a miracle from the Goddess of the Snowy Mountains, the goddess they have worshipped all their lives, their mortal squabbles seem ridiculous.

I, leader of the Paleroche clan, Arctosz Paleroche, offer my most sincere blessings to Her envoy, the Saintess.

After a short silence, he slowly bows to the Saintess and kneels before her.

All the Paleroche warriors follow his lead, repeating his actions.

...Having second thoughts now, Enciodes?

What do you mean?

You ignored my advice and brought that Doctor to Kjerag.

Do you think we lost?

Does this not seem like a loss to you?

It might have, in the past.

But today... maybe not.

Enciodes steps forward.

He strides out from the crowd and also approaches the Saintess, taking a knee and offering his blessings.

All the warriors of the Silverash clan follow suit.

And thus, the Snowcap Incident comes to an unexpected conclusion.