Alear x Nel



C Support

Alear: Hey, Nel. How are you feeling? Having any trouble adjusting or anything?
Nel: I have had no difficulty. And I feel the same as I felt prior to my slumber.
Alear: I’m glad to hear that. All the same, I hope you’ll come to me if there’s anything you need.
Nel: Before we arrived here, Rafal informed me of the circumstances which allowed me to awaken.
Nel: You had a notion of how to wake me, but you could not be assured of success.
Nel: And yet you pondered whether I would come, as if to take that success as given. Why?
Alear: You’re right, I didn’t know for sure. I guess I just believed it.
Nel: Explain.
Alear: I chose to have faith that we’d meet again, Nel. No matter how long it took.
Nel: I see.
Nel: You truly are possessed of a virtuous nature, Divine One.
Nel: I only hope that your gentle disposition does not cause you to trust others unduly. Farewell.
Alear: Hm-hm! I guess I should be used to the lectures by now.
Alear: Even so, it’s good to see her in high spirits.
Alear: Never change, Nel.

B Support

Nel: Divine One, before you retire to your chambers, a word.
Alear: Uh-oh. What did I do this time?
Nel: It is so very like you not to know.
Nel: I noticed your efforts to shield me from harm in the last battle. And I am appreciative.
Nel: In doing so, however, you sustained an injury.
Alear: So you noticed. I did take a hit, but it was nothing serious.
Nel: Even a superficial wound can be quite painful. Allow me to treat it.
Alear: Oh, thank you.
Nel: A certain other Divine Dragon I knew was also nonchalant about injuries.
Nel: And always quick with empathy. The focus was always outward, on the well-being of others.
Nel: As the irreplaceable centerpiece of this army, you must be more mindful of your condition.
Alear: I get it. I’m sorry. I’ll be more careful.
Nel: It is easy to speak the words of such an oath. Harder to support the words with action.
Alear: You never let up, do you?
Alear: You know, Nel, I’ve been meaning to ask.
Alear: How similar am I to the Divine Dragon you knew in your world?
Nel: Why the sudden interest?
Alear: I’ve actually been wondering for a while.
Alear: When you saved my life back in your world, you said that you couldn’t bear to lose me.
Alear: Does that mean… To you, am I…
Alear: When you look at me, are you actually seeing the Divine Dragon you knew before?
Nel: The wound is clean. And it is healing nicely.
Nel: You should take this day to rest and recover. Farewell for now.
Alear: Thanks, Nel, I will. Goodnight.

A Support

Nel: Divine One. I am pleased to see that you are taking your rest where you can find it.
Alear: I had some spare time, so I thought I’d follow your advice and take it easy for a change.
Alear: I only wish I had the luxury all the time.
Nel: To be so at peace that you could fall asleep at any moment─that is happiness.
Nel: Many fail to appreciate it while they have it. And you work tirelessly to achieve it for others.
Nel: That is why you have my respect.
Alear: Respect? OK, where is Nel, and what have you done with her?
Nel: Do not be so taken aback. It is true, and it ought not to be such a surprise.
Nel: Perhaps I have hidden it better than I thought.
Alear: Maybe a little bit.
Nel: I believe I have an answer to the question you asked me previously.
Nel: In truth, I have known the answer for some time. I was merely unable to find the words.
Alear: Don’t worry. I understand.
Alear: Now that you have an answer, though, I’d like to hear it.
Alear: Do you actually think of me as the same Divine Dragon you knew before?
Nel: I do not. You may have the same name and similar eyes, but you are distinct and unique.
Nel: When I stand beside you, in or out of battle, I see only this , here and now.
Nel: It is you I wish to protect. And it will be your enemies I destroy.
Alear: I’m relieved to hear you say that. Thank you.
Alear: That devotion goes both ways, you know. I want to protect you too.
Alear: I don’t want to lose you again.
Nel: Those words are…complicated for me to hear, Divine One.
Nel: Nevertheless, consider them to be engraved upon my heart.
Nel: Let us fight to hold on to what has become so dear to the both of us.

S Support

Nel: Divine One. Before you proceed to battle, allow me to assist you with any preparations.
Alear: I appreciate that, Nel.
Alear: I’m actually all set, but it’d be great if you could check on the others.
Nel: I see.
Nel:
Alear: What’s wrong?
Nel: Apologies. My offer of assistance was merely an excuse to be near you.
Nel: I am…concerned.
Alear: Talk to me. Maybe I can help.
Nel: Not only have I seen you endure battle after battle, but now you have faced death itself.
Nel: This war has no doubt taken its toll upon your body and mind. Tell me how you are feeling.
Alear: I’m OK. Really.
Alear: I’m as tired as you’d expect, but it hasn’t slowed me down too much.
Alear: Overall, if anything, I’m feeling stronger than I’ve ever felt before.
Alear: That’s not just me being the thirteenth Emblem. It’s thanks to my friends─especially you.
Nel: If I did not know better, I would attribute your remarkable strength to Divine Dragon blood.
Nel: Imagine my surprise when I learned that you were actually born a Fell Dragon child.
Nel: That said, though we are not family, we share a heritage. And I am glad for that.
Alear: I’m flattered to hear you say so.
Nel: It is my intention to remain by your side for as long as I can. Even after the fighting is done.
Nel: It is my wish to remain your companion and to bear witness to the world of peace you create.
Alear: There’s no one I’d rather have by my side for that. I can’t imagine my life without you, Nel.
Alear: That’s why I’ve been wanting to give you this.
Nel: Divine One, is this…
Alear: The Pact Ring. I’d like it to be a symbol of our shared future. Will you accept?
Nel:
Alear: If you’d said you thought of me as the same person you once knew, I wouldn’t feel this way.
Alear: But you said that you only see me, this version of me, here and now.
Alear: I’ll never be a substitute for the Divine Dragon you used to know.
Alear: But as my own person, I can love you just as much. I hope you feel the same.
Nel: I do, Divine One. And I am deeply moved by your words.
Nel: Forgive me─this is not an occasion for tears. But as you can see, I am smiling.
Nel: And I will gladly accept this ring.
Alear: I can’t tell you how happy that makes me.
Nel: Now that the pact is sealed, allow me to express my feelings to you without reservation.
Nel: My fondness for you grows each and every day. I love you, _____.