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...Yes.

Whatever the result of the referendum, whether he stays in or leaves Athenius, Xanthos will accept it with grace.

He walks towards the square.

Three months later...

Look at this letter from a Lateran scholar—'A most stunning revelation. The study of history is a continuous process of seeking the truth by eliminating misconceptions. I am impressed by the courage that your nation has demonstrated.'

And this editorial in a Columbian newspaper—'Sargon shows integrity through proper recognition of history.'

I've been calling in favors every single day to repair the damage you've done, ever since that special exhibit that you held after getting back from Minos!

I hope you understand that such maverick methods only work once.

If anything like this happens again, you'd better think about what you'll do once you're removed as curator of the Varjavandabad Museum.

Is this your will, or the padishah's?

Is there a difference? My will is the padishah's will.

I thought we had a consensus before we left Minos—

The success of the exchange ceremony and the mission of friendship with Minos is all thanks to your leadership. In turn, it will be your responsibility to explain things to the padishah.

However much or little you say is entirely up to you, as long as the padishah's happy.

The exchange ceremony was completed under my leadership to begin with! Besides, how was I to know that you would be so audacious as to...!

Don't think you're in the clear just because I smoothed things over for you this time. There won't be a next time.

Besides, and don't you dare say I didn't warn you—this matter has had a significant impact far and wide. My connections have told me that the City of Gold has sent a herald to Menat-Ha'mait.

You WILL watch your words and behavior from now on.

I see that news of my mission precedes me.

S-Such noble elegance and dignity! You must be the herald of the Shahanshah!

Your presence honors this humble museum. Have you come to see the exhibits?

If you want to see the new special Minoan exhibit, I can...

You stay put! I will guide the exalted herald.

The exhibit can wait. I came to communicate the Shahanshah's will.

His Majesty has heard of the mission from Menat-Ha'mait to Minos, and he is most interested.

Y-You came to escort me? I-It's my greatest honor!

My family is one of the most honored houses in this land. It was always my greatest dream to serve the Shahanshah in the City of Gold. I knew that one day I would...

It's not you I seek, effendi. Kindly close your mouth, for it is making too much noise.

Medjehtiqedti Nasutu Mashayer. His Majesty awaits your presence in the City of Gold, that the King of Kings might hear of your time in Minos, in your own words.

You should make your preparations quickly. The Shahanshah is eager to hear from you. Do not keep him waiting.

Of course!

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Welcome to Athenius! The city welcomes one and all, no matter where you hail from.

Minoans love theater and can often be found re-enacting heroic epics on the streets.

Their passion may run a little hot, but you're always welcome to join in the fun.

I... do I have to join in too?

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I don't know what to do... I seem to need more SP to cast my skill too...

Maybe you're too 'reserved', since you're still a stranger to street theater. Well, try filling these flower founts with water and immerse yourself in the fragrance.

Do heals activate the waterways and refill the fountain pools? What a splendid design. Let me try!

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When the water level is over half of the pool's capacity, excess water will flow to adjacent pools with lower water levels.

Healing aside, you can also have the apprentice priests fill up the fountain pools.

But they're busy enough as is, so if you wish for their help... you'll have to be smart about it.

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Once all connected fountain pools are full, adjacent tiles will be affected by a 'Flower Fragrance'.

Units on these tiles will be 'immersed' in the street plays, and the status lasts for a short while even after leaving affected tiles.

Enemies in this 'immersed' state will have reduced hit rate and Movement Speed, and some enemies will suffer extra special effects.

Meanwhile, Operators in 'immersed' state will gain increased SP recovery, so be sure to enjoy Minoan perfumes and epics together!

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How satisfying... ah, is that stone pillar capital really flying?!

Oh, I see you're fully immersed in Athenius's fragrances.

Once the meter on the lower left of an Operator is full, illusions will appear, and only 'immersed' Operators can attack them.

Don't worry, they're just mirages. Waver not, and you shall be safe from harm.