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Are we not lucky?

We've already been blessed... Actually, is there anyone out there luckier than us? No, and there never will be!

I understand. I get it.

No, you still don't get it!

Kreide's voice is already laced with a deep rumbling. The growl of a monster.

But to Ebenholz, even those words are gentle, like words of advice from an older brother to his younger sibling before a long trip.

If you really get it, then please don't weep for me. Ebenholz, my dearest brother.

We were supposed to die together here, to bury everyone in the entire concert hall along with us.

But we fought it!

To others, this resistance might seem insignificant. But it was a chance for us to give everything for each other.

This was a sacrifice that both of us were willing to make. It just happened to be me who did it in the end, that's all!

What a wonderful opportunity. To give everything for each other, asking nothing in return!

We walk the path of rebellion against fate, just like Herr Czerny did when he poured his life into composing this piece for us––

So, stand up and hold your head high, Ebenholz.

There's still one last thing for you to do, and that is––

To use everything you have to defeat me. To keep me from destroying everything here. Do you understand?

...I do.

I really... like that look in your eyes.

Kreide unsteadily shambles to the center of the plaza.

With each step he takes, Originium crystals erupt from his body, his flesh and blood beginning to churn.

A strange melody lingers over the plaza.

The crystals rapidly envelop Kreide's body, transforming into armor, transforming into instruments.

In a heartbeat, the being once known as Kreide is swallowed up, and in his place stands a monstrosity.

Anyone who sees this monster has three words flash into his mind––

The Witch King.

We stand at a critical juncture, my exalted Damen und Herren, my dear Infected brothers and sisters.

And you too, Ebenholz!

Harken! Listen well to my final piece!

Castigate me. Lament for me. Cry for me. Sing for me.

Because today, I shall die, and you––

Will be reborn!