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She woke up early, while the both of you were still sleeping, and she said to let you sleep a while longer.

I thought the same, so I didn't wake you.

I guess it's fine for her to just leave like that.

Perhaps this was Kjeragandr's plan for the Paleroches.

They met, they didn't realize, so I guess this means it was just not meant to be... indeed...

What are you riddling about now, Dad?!

I vaguely remember a young girl coming here yesterday, but I did drink too much. I can't remember what she looked like.

You say her name was Rosalind? Hmm...

Arctosz, come here.

I should not hide this from you.

Same as you made your own choice back then.

What should be done next, is ultimately up to you.

...By Kjeragandr.

Three generations really drank the night away.

Even dragged me in with the other guards too.

Ghh—

It's been a long time since I drank so much.

And I didn't get any business done at all...

...Since going roundabout didn't work, let's just go head-on.

Judging from the direction, Rosalind probably went up the mountain.

Ohh—This is one of those snowy mountains!

It's even more spectacular up close. Kjerag's mountains sure are impressive.

Ugh, I'm a little dizzy. Really went overboard on the drinks last night.

Wonder if those guys are awake yet. Why didn't the Doctor tell me how enthusiastic Kjerag people can be?

I should give them something as thanks when I get down the mountain later...

Sheesh, it's freezing. The wind's pretty painful.

If I remember right... you're supposed to climb up this mountain on your own to prove your faith to Kjeragandr?

It's really tall.

But since I'm already here, I might as well try.

Huh?

The purest air from up in the mountains?

Sounds pretty good to me. Do you take cards here?

Alright, then give me two boxes. Send them to the Burdenpeak Hotel, room 606.

You got it!

Woah, Zofia... you're buying even more stuff.

Didn't you buy four boxes of mountain spring water yesterday? How are we going to bring it all back?

Don't be silly! Who says we have to bring them home ourselves?

I'll send a box each to Młynar and Margaret. I probably haven't even bought enough yet.

Kjerag's air and water are plenty impressive. The Black Knight came here a good long while ago, so she should be living pretty well now.

Alright, enough of that. I hear you have to climb Kjerag's mountains yourself, as a show of devotion.

Come on! Let's get climbing!

They do mention as much in the travel brochure.

Let's see who can reach the summit first, Zofia!

Riley, why didn't you tell them we have a cable car that goes up the mountain?

Hohoho. The tourists have their own ideas, who am I to tell them otherwise?

Fair enough...

Seems like tourists are the only ones who like to climb these days.

They're right though.

Come! Let's go take the cable car!

Really? Won't Kjeragandr see it as a lack of faith?

Nonsense! Kjeragandr granted us this convenience because She loves Her people!

Insisting on climbing would show a lack of faith in Kjeragandr!

Huh?

What do you mean, 'huh?'

We're all Kjeragandr's children. As long as you respect Her and keep Her in your heart, She'll protect us all!

Whew. You can actually ride a cable car up the mountain?

Why are tourist spots the same everywhere...? I'd better follow the locals.

Even though I don't know what it means to have faith in Kjeragandr at all.

But Kjeragandr must be protecting Kjerag, judging by how things are going?

Hey, old man in front!

Can you tell me where to get cable car tickets? Thanks for pointing the way!

Sir, please hold on.

Who are you? What's with the getup?

I'm a reporter from Victoria, you see.

People praise the Kjeragandr statue, but surely building it must have been a waste of resources. I'm currently collecting some—

Get lost!

My son who works on the statue sends me money every month, and even calls me to tell me how good work is over there.

You foreigners are just salty about how wonderful our Kjerag is!

Then, why hasn't he returned?

He said he signed some agreement, so he has to stay there.

What was it again?

Non-disclosure.

Do you need an NDA to build a statue?

Hmm...

I'm warning you, foreigner. Any more guff out of you and I'll give you a taste of my walking stick.

Huh? Where'd they go?

Hm~ Hmm-hmm-hm~ Praise Kjeragandr...♪

Brave Burdenbeasts~ Brave people~ Kjeragandr guides us~ To protect our homeland, hm hmm~♪

Hmm, Hm-hm-hmm...♪

Huh? The snow here doesn't seem right...

Yow!

Careful.

There's a trap down there.

You alright?

Oh, Madam Degenbrecher!

Where did this hole come from...? That Riley must have dug it out to catch game!

Many, many thanks. I would have fallen down the hole, if it weren't for you.

You're welcome.

Do you have business on the mountain today, Madam?

Anything we can help you with? I have plans with Riley, Leone, and the other guys to go up the mountain today, so just let us know if you need anything!

I have a bit of work to do, but I'll be fine on my own.

Are you and Old Riley still drinking with the Victorians?

Yeah, we've been competing to see who can drink more, and it's a tie, at the moment!

None of us are giving up, because it'd be an embarrassment for Master Enciodes and the Saintess if we lost to those Victorians!

Also, they just suddenly came in here and set up camp. What do you think is going on?

I've no proper education, but even I know a sudden flood of people here, all hale and healthy even, can't possibly be a good thing!

That's why Riley and I were thinking we could keep an eye on them for Sir Enciodes with the drinking, at the very least.

So don't worry. We'll definitely win!

Fine, it would be great if you could drink till they puke.

Just call me if you can't. Don't push yourselves.