Chapter 18: Crimea Marches (Script)

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Before battle

Sanaki
You have done excellent work, Ike. Thanks to you, the wound that has scarred Begnion for many long years can finally begin to heal. As promised, Begnion now offers its support to Crimea's restoration. However, Prime Minister Sephiran has yet to return, which limits the reinforcements I can provide. Be that as it may, what troops I can spare await your command. Use them as you see fit.

Ike
I understand. Thank you. That's good news, isn't it, Princess Elincia?

Elincia
Yes. Yes it is.

Sanaki
This has taught me a valuable lesson...Our land needs the laguz. I also believe that beorc and laguz need each other to survive. The previous apostle, my grandmother, was desirous of such a world, as were my own parents. Princess Elincia, your father, King Ramon of Crimea, was a true pioneer in the area of beorc-laguz relations. In the very near future, I will give the imperial senate a few...suggestions on achieving a fully integrated society. I doubt the road will be easily traveled, but I can no longer turn a blind eye to these issues. Princess Elincia, you must rebuild Crimea. If you are sucessful, we will join forces and change the world.

Elincia
Empress Sanaki, your vision surpasses even my own... My father would be so pleased to hear your words.

Ike
Looks like you're through with me. I'll wait outside until you're finished talking.

Sanaki
Hold! I am most definitely NOT through with you.

Ike
Huh? What did I do now?

Sanaki
You're as impudent and impatient as ever. Heed me, Ike. If you are to help lead the Crimean Liberation Army, you must be given a more appropriate title.

Ike
If you're talking about making me a noble, I'll decline, thanks. That's not my kind of thing.

Sanaki
You are not in a position to refuse. Giving some nameless mercenary control of Begnion's troops would be...problematic. And more importantly, it would affect the troops. You will resign yourself to this and receive peerage from Princess Elincia.

Ike
What? No, wait! This is absurd...Blast! Of all the foolish...

Elincia
I'm...sorry about this. If you're absolutely opposed to it, I won't force you.

Ike
No, I have to do what's necessary. What am I supposed to do now?  Put on a funny hat or something?

Elincia
Um, will you...lend me your sword? Thank you. Now, may I ask you...to kneel before me?

Elincia
Th-thank you. All right... Let me begin. In the name of House Crimea, I hereby grant you the title and rank of lord and all the honors it conveys. Rise, Lord Ike.

Elincia
It is done.

Ike
What an odd feeling.

Sanaki
Aha! Your new rank suits you.

Sigrun
I completely agree.

Elincia
Yes, it truly does...

Ike
Hmm... I suppose. Not that it matters to me.

Narration
Western Bengion is home to a great forest.

Narration
As the first snow of the season falls, the newly commissioned General Ike takes control of the Crimean Liberation Army. He leads it toward the knife-edged mountains that mark the border between Begnion and Daein.

Narration
At one time these woods were home to the kingdom of Serenes and ruled by the heron clan of the bird tribes.

Narration
Following the Serenes Massacre, the forest lost its color and vitality. Some said it was the sorrow of the goddess made real. For twenty long years, the devout citizens of Begnion trembled in shame and loathing over the crime they had committed.

Narration
The Bengion Empress, Apostle Sanaki, stepped forward as representative of her countrymen.

Narration
 Kneeling before the surviving heron prince and princess, she gave voice to the apology of her people.

Narration
 She spoke not as one nation to another but as neighbors on the same continent. The massacre was unforgivable. However, hatred breeds hatred, and if the cycle of grief and anger is not broken, it will continue for time without end. It was with this in mind that the herons accepted the apostle's apology.

Narration
And so it was that Serenes Forest was returned to its former glory.

Narration
Afterward as payment for Ike's service, Princess Elincia gained the services of a regiment of Begnion army regulars.

Narration
Though of common birth Ike receives peerage from the princess and is given command of the army.

Exit base

Ashnard
So they've left Begnion, have they?

Black Knight
According to our spy, they march with a regiment of Begnion's army. They plan to take a land route through Daein and then into Crimea.

Ashnard
Hah! They plan to cut across Daein? With nothing more than a single regiment at whose core is a tattered band of ragtag mercenaries? Gawain's son leads this rabble, yes? How does he stand up to his father's legacy?

Black Knight
He doesn't. He's just a boy, not yet worthy of his father's name.

Ashnard
Hmph. Disappointing.

Black Knight
Though his skill with the blade is rough, there is something...uncanny about him. People seem drawn to him. And not just Begnion's apostle, either. He's also gained the trust of the Serenes survivors...and of King Phoenicis as well.

Ashnard
The herons are alive?

Black Knight
It appears that two members of the royal family survived.

Ashnard
Heh heh... Look how nicely the table's been set for us. Bring one of them to me... I care not which one. And I want the medallion as well.

Black Knight
...As you wish.

Ike
Once we cross that great wall, we'll be in Daein. Look there, atop that building!...Daein wyvern riders on patrol. They won't be happy to see us.

Tanith
Tell me, General Ike, have you faced wyvern riders in combat?

Ike
Only a few times. I got the impression that the Kilvas ravens were the more dangerous foe.

Tanith
If that's your impression, then you have yet to fight true wyvern riders.

Ike
What do you mean?

Tanith
I have no way of judging the ones we see here, but I know another unit, one that was attached to Begnion's temple guard. They had their reasons for leaving... But the important thing to remember is that they are exceedingly powerful.

Ike
Which explains why the apostle sent you to accompany us.

Tanith
That's right. Pegasus knights fare better than most against wyvern riders. We know the skies as well as they do.

Ike
Yeah, I prefer to keep my feet on the ground, thank you. Can I entrust the flying business to you?

Tanith
Of course. We'll bring honor to the name of the apostle's sacred guards.

Elincia
My lord Ike. Are preparations complete?

Ike
Yes. The enemy should not yet be aware that we've come this far. We're going to launch a surprise attack and try to capture the wall on our first charge. Please wait for us at the base camp.

Elincia
Very well...

Ike
There's no need to look so worried. We're well prepared. And we've got you as our good luck charm.

Elincia
Thank you for that, but...Do be careful, my lord Ike.

Ike
Hey, don't worry! This may be our first battle as an official army, but we've fought Daein many times. We're going to win. After all, I can't lose my very first battle as a snooty noble, now can I?

Elincia
I believe in you, and I know that you will be victorious. Come back safe.

Kayachey
It appears the Crimean army has arrived. It's time to put our plan into action.

Naesala
The main body of the Kilvas army will wait atop the western summit. A small unit will remain here and cooperate with you. This is correct, is it not?

Kayachey
Mm, it is.

Daein Soldier
What could His Majesty be thinking? Why does Daein ally herself with some backwater sub-human nation?

Kayachey
...I don't know. There's no way we can expect to understand the supreme thoughts of the king. All we can do is perform the tasks set before us by His Highness. That is everything.

Daein Soldier
Yes, of course!

Kayachey
The Crimean army has no idea we're aware of their every move. Bah! What vermin... What does that untrained group of vagabonds think they can do? I don't care how talented he is. Their commander is nothing more than a young mercenary with delusions of grandeur. We've nothing to fear.

Daein Soldier
We'll show them what real war is like! And...the Kilvas ravens? How should we deal with them?

Kayachey
Those sub-human freaks! Let's use them as bait. We can sacrifice them and reduce our own human casualties.

Daein Soldier
A fantastic idea!

Kayachey
Make sure that the men are thoroughly instructed.

Daein Soldier
Yes, sir!

Kayachey
You there! Halt! Mmm...you're an unfamiliar face.

Shinon
You'll know it soon enough.

Daein Soldier
Y-you filthy piece of offal! You will bow your head to a superior officer!

Shinon
...

Kayachey
He's got a lot of nerve, hasn't he? Is he one of yours?

Daein Soldier
Yes, sir! He's a new recruit who was only assigned to me today. Please accept my apologies for his lack of any training or manners whatsoever.

Kayachey
If he's good, I can overlook almost any character flaw. Go and kill as many Crimeans as you can! Help my name be remembered with honor and glory.

Daein Soldier
Yes, sir!

Shinon
...Pah.

Kayachey
Come to me, dregs of Crimea! I will teach what it means to oppose the might of Daein.

Ike
Is everyone ready? Let's move out!

Elincia
Hold a moment, my lord Ike! In the sky...something's coming!

Ike
Who's that?

Tibarn
Ah, Ike! Well met. It appears that you're getting ready for your first battle as Crimea's army.

Ike
And you're escorting the heron siblings back to Phoenicis, right?

Tibarn
That was the original plan, but...Someone here insisted that we follow you. Quite unreasonably, I might add.

Reyson
You treated us with courtesy, beorc. We must act accordingly. Isn't that so, Leanne?

Leanne
(Yes, Yes, brother.)

Reyson
You said your name was Ike, correct?

Ike
Yes.

Reyson
You aided my sister and me during a time of danger. We herons hold courtesy in high esteem. We must repay our debt to you.

Ike
That's really not necessary.

Reyson
We are practitioners of seid magic. We cannot fight, but we can imbue our allies with strength. If you so wish it, I will travel with you. In this way I will repay you for what you have done.

Ike
...

Accept Reyson's offer

Ike
You were lucky to find your sister; shouldn't you stay by her side?

Reyson
Leanne understands what I do.

Ike
I see. In that case, welcome.

Reyson
Thank you. I swear on the honor of my clan to do all I can to strengthen your cause.

Tibarn
It's settled then. And you'll get aid from me as well. Janaff!

Janaff
Right here, Your Majesty!

Tibarn
You'll go with the Crimean army and protect Reyson.

Janaff
Leave it to me!

Tibarn
You, too, Ulki. All right?

Ulki
Of course.

Reyson
Tibarn! It's too much, I cannot accept this. You're already watching over Leanne and my father as well.

Tibarn
These past twenty years... I know what it's been like for you living in Phoenicis. I'm only sorry I can't do more.

Reyson
Tibarn... I thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

Ike
King Phoenicis, I will guard Reyson well. When Crimea is retaken, I will see him safely returned to you.

Tibarn
I will take you at your word. Your actions have created a bond of trust between yourselves and the hawk and heron clans. If you find yourself in a dire position, you can call on me. No matter what, I will fly to your aid.

Elincia
We gained a strong ally where we had not thought to look for one, didn't we?

Ike
Yes. Beorc and laguz...Beast tribe and bird tribe...There's no difference between us. We finally understand one another.

Elincia
Yes, I think you're right.

Ike
Now, let's really get started! Everyone, move out!

Decline Reyson's offer

Ike
I appreciate the gesture, but I am going to refuse.

Reyson
Why? Do you not believe I can be of use?

Ike
It's not that. Reyson, you've been through a lot. You're lucky to be alive and with your sister. You should stay with her.

Reyson
Oh, yet...

Tibarn
Reyson. I, too, think that is for the best. You and Leanne should go be at the side of your father, Lorazieh.

Reyson
I see...

Ike
I am grateful for your offer. It is a selfless act that does our morale much good.

Tibarn
I will take you at your word. Your actions have created a bond of trust between yourselves and the hawk and heron clans. If you find yourself in a dire position, you can call on me. No matter what, I will fly to your aid.

Reyson
At the very least, please accept this.

Ike
What is it?

Reyson
A clan treasure. It may one day prove useful to you.

Ike
Understood. Thank you.

Reyson
...Farewell.

Ike
Is everyone ready? Let's move out!

Ulki was deployed and Ravens spawned as reinforcements

Ulki
They're siding with Daein? Unbelievable!

Janaff was deployed and Ravens spawned as reinforcements

Janaff
Hey, hey! What are those stupid crows doing here?

Reyson was deployed and Ravens spawned as reinforcements

Reyson
Ravens! They betray not only me, but all laguz! Naesala, you dastard...

Rhys talks to Shinon

Rhys
Shinon!

Shinon
...Oh, Rhys. Great. I can't believe I've run into you.

Rhys
It is great, isn't it? Oh, it's good to have you back. When you left us, I was really worried about what would happen, but--

Shinon
Hey, Rhys? Shut up. In case you hadn't noticed...we're enemies out here.

Rhys
What? You can't... You're not serious, are you?

Shinon
You honestly never thought this could happen? You're beyond good natured. You're a fool.

Rhys
Shinon... What are you saying? You've always been gruff, but...Are you serious?

Shinon
It's not like this is the first time I've called you out. You've never considered that people may not like you, have you? Know what? We were companions once, but if I'm getting paid, I'll gladly put an arrow through your eye.

Rhys
Shinon... Is there something you can't tell us that's forcing you to do this? Are you protecting someone? Has someone you love been taken hostage? If so, we could--

Shinon
No! There's nothing! Nothing but the right price, at least... You're overestimating me. Get going, pretty boy. Stick around any longer, and I'll start earning my pay with you!

Rolf talks to Shinon

Rolf
Shinon?

Shinon
Rolf...

Rolf
Shinon! It is you!

Shinon
Look at you. You've grown so much...You actually look like an archer.

Rolf
Really? Ha ha!

Shinon
You always did have what it takes. It's just like I told you--you train the right way, and you'll surpass both your brothers.

Rolf
I had a good teacher!

Shinon
Yeah, you did. You...haven't told anyone else about that, have you?

Rolf
Nope. Never said a word. I keep my promises.

Shinon
Good man.

Rolf
Ha ha ha! Um...Shinon?

Shinon
What?

Rolf
Are you...with the enemy?

Shinon
Yep.

Rolf
...Sniff...sniff...

Shinon
Stop that. I told you things like this happen. Did you forget?

Rolf
...But...it's...not...It's not...fair... Sniff...

Shinon
Ready your bow. It's time for the pupil to face his master.

Mist talks to Shinon

Mist
Shi-Shinon? Ohmigosh...Why are you with the Daein army?!

Shinon
...Tsk. None of your business, kid.

Mist
But that's... Oh, what should I do? You used to be one of us. I can't fight you!

Shinon
Stop whining. Didn't you ever think what it means to be a mercenary? We're enemies, kid. Get it? I'm ready to fight when you are. So what's it going to be?

Mist
...Um...

Shinon
...Yeah?

Mist
No! I won't fight you!

Shinon
Gah! What ARE you going to do then?

Mist
Come back to the Greil Mercenaries!

Shinon
What?

Mist
If you won't do that, then come work for the Crimean army! Please?

Shinon
Don't be stupid. Either way, Ike's in charge, right?

Mist
Yes, but I don't--

Shinon
I won't work for him. Get it? We used to be friends, so I'm going to let you go. Now get your naive little butt out of here!

Mist
Shinon... Sniff...sniff...Wh-wh-why...? Sniff... Whaaaaaaaaa!

Shinon
Crying's not going to help. Look, it doesn't matter who you send to talk to me. My answer's the same.

Mist
Even Rolf?

Shinon
...Yeah. Even Rolf. Get out of here. The next time I see you, I'll stick an arrow in you. Count on it.

Kayachey is attacked

Kayachey
And now you will realize the true power of Daein!

Shinon is attacked

Shinon
...My arrows will find you no matter where you run.

Kayachey dies
I let them get...too close...

Ike defeats Shinon after Rolf talks to him

Shinon
Unnhh...Curses...

Ike
Don't move. You'll tear the wound wide open.

Shinon
What're you planning? D-do it...now...Finish me.

Ike
...

Shinon
...Ha... Idiot...

Rolf kills Shinon

Shinon
Unnnh...Curses...

Rolf
Shinon! Uncle Shinon!...Sniff...N-no...

Shinon
I told you... No crying...

Rolf
...

Shinon
...This is...for the best...I...can...

Rolf
Uncle Shinon...Nu, nuh, no...sniff...

Shinon dies

Shinon
Unh.........Messed that up, didn't I...Man...what a...lousy life...that was...

After battle

Shinon was recruited

Shinon
Crud, I lost... This was a plum chance for me to get a leg up in this world, too.

Ike
Shinon.

Shinon
Ha! And I can't believe that the one who defeats me is little lord Ikie. Looks like I've lost my edge. I'm ready, boy. Go on. Finish what you started.

Ike
Come back to the company.

Shinon
I don't think so.

Ike
You've never liked me. As far back as I can remember, you have never liked me.

Shinon
That's right. Still don't.

Ike
You... You called me a weakling. Said I was nothing without the help of my father. That's what you said, right? That's why you hated me.

Shinon
...Sounds like me.

Ike
Don't you get it? I just beat you. So your reasons don't hold water anymore, do they?

Shinon
Pah! It's enough you beat me, now you gotta talk me to death?

Ike
I'll say it once more. Come back to the company. I acknowledge your abilities. As commander, I want you with us.

Shinon
...Let's have another go around. I win, and I'm commander. Agreed?

Ike
I win, and you fall in line. Agreed?

Shinon
Don't worry, boy. I'll make it quick.

Ike
Let's go.

Bengion Soldier
General! We've seized control of the surrounding area, and the remaining Daein troops are retreating... General?

Ike
Oh, right. Understood.

Bengion Soldier
I beg your leave.

Ike
General, eh? Weird.

Nasir
You know, you never look relaxed.

Ike
Nasir. What's going on? We haven't seen much of you lately.

Nasir
I've been a bit busy. In order to leave Begnion, I had to sell my ship and dismiss the crew...There was a lot to take care of.

Ike
Is that so? Heh. It looks like you've been caught up in our struggle after all. Are you all right with that? I mean, I know you've got a lot of your own matters to handle.

Nasir
It's not like I've abandoned my own interests to join up with the Crimean army. For me, I've judged that there's value in traveling with you. So, don't worry about it overly much.

Ike
If you say so. You're a fairly knowledgable fellow, so it's nice having you around.

Nasir
Ha! I think that's mutual. Now then, I've got some good news.

Ike
What is it?

Nasir
Senior officials in Gallia are moving to action. Until now, they've been content to take a defensive stance and wait it out, but... It appears this neverending stalemate has exhausted their patience. Ike, this victory here today was a very important thing. It may prove to be a decisive first step in breaking Daein's power. News of it will spread like wildfire over the entire continent and give countries confidence to speak out against Daein. With Crimea as a rallying point, Gallia may well be moved to join this war. You just need to keep winning. If you can do that, the road will open before you.

Ike
History will be made...Could Daein truly fall at our hands? Can I make that happen? Me?

Nasir
Use what you've been given, and great things will happen. You have it in you to lead, Ike. For now, it's merely one portion of the bird tribes, but...your relationship is established. It's because you resolved to gain their trust, and then made it happen.

Ike
It's all due to my father...If my actions prove to be the right ones, it will be due to the way my father raised me. "If you treat others in good faith, they will follow you of their own volition." That's what he taught me.

Nasir
He was a magnificent man, wasn't he?

Ike
When I was younger, I wanted nothing more than to be as strong as my father. And then I wanted to surpass him...Now, that is a goal I'll never achieve.

Nasir
...

Naesala
What's that? The border's been breached?

Raven Laguz
Everyone was defeated. Not only the Daein troops, but our brigade as well. Cut down like wheat in a field.

Naesala
Huh! Well, that was impressively done. Er, for a band of sellswords, that is. There's nothing else to do. Send a message to the Daein command and tell them the enemy is stronger than expected.

Raven Laguz
At once.

Naesala
Wait! Hold a moment.

Raven Laguz
Yes?

Naesala
Send a Daein human instead. I don't care which one. Just don't use any of our troops.

Raven Laguz
But a wingless human will take such a long time to--

Naesala
General Petrine commands the next front. She's a very...temperamental woman... But go if you like! Tell her that the Kilvas ravens have been defeated... She'll roast you like a chicken and use your bones for stock!

Raven Laguz
Un-understood! I will find a human!

Nasir
Who's there?

Soren
...

Nasir
Soren? What are you doing here?

Soren
What are you planning?

Nasir
Where did that come from? I've no idea what you're talking about.

Soren
Don't play dumb with me. We're past that. Gallia's decision to join in this war was based on some new information they received, wasn't it?

Nasir
...

Soren
Cat got your tongue? Fine. I'll tell you what you've been doing here... You were to deliver Princess Crimea to Begnion to see if she could garner any support for her cause. And--regardless of whether she got that assistance or not--to judge if she was worthy of laguz support. Am I wrong?

Nasir
If you've figured all of this out, why remain silent?

Soren
Because your actions were beneficial to Princess Crimea. I determined that even if left to your own devices, you would not harm the princess.

Nasir
It sounds like you don't think that's the case anymore.

Soren
You accomplished both missions, but you've come back anyway. To what end?

Nasir
I don't have to explain myself to you.

Soren
That's true only until I reveal your purpose to Ike.

Nasir
Everyone has a secret or two that he wants to bury somewhere deep. Including you...Soren.

Soren
...I don't know what you mean.

Nasir
Oh, I trust that we understand each other. The army rises early tomorrow. I suggest we turn in.

Soren
The enemy knew we were coming today.

Nasir
And you think I'm responsible?

Soren
Yes, I do.

Nasir
My, oh, my... You really ARE suspicious, aren't you? Good night, Soren.

Soren
...

Base conversations

Soldier

Bengion Soldier 2
General Ike. All troops are ready to move out.

Ike
All right. Can you have them wait?

Bengion Soldier 2
Do you want them to fall out and wait in their tents? Or would you rather they form up and stand at attention?

Ike
Go ahead and have them stand down. I'll call them when I'm ready.

Bengion Soldier 2
Yes, sir!

Ike
...

Bengion Soldier
Begging your pardon, sir! All troops have been ordered to stand down. However, General Tanith requests her orders. Are her pegasus knights to stand down as well?

Ike
Am I supposed to decide that, too?

Bengion Soldier
General Ike... You've been given command of the entire army, sir. We will not move without your orders, sir.

Ike
General Tanith's troops...are to follow General Tanith's orders.

Bengion Soldier
Understood, sir! General Tanith's pegasus knights will not be deployed unless there is a request for reinforcements. Those are the orders of General Tanith. By your leave, sir!

Ike
...

Tanith

Ike
Tanith, do you have a moment?

Tanith
General Ike. What is it? Is there a problem?

Ike
I thought you might be able to provide me with some information.

Tanith
Yes?

Ike
What can you tell me about King Daein? I'd like to know something of him before I have to face him in battle.

Tanith
Truth be told, I've never fought him, either. I cannot give you any specifics, but I will tell you what little I do know.

Ike
Please. Whatever you can tell me would be appreciated.

Tanith
Ashnard's coronation, let me see... Yes, it was eighteen years ago. You see, a plague had struck the capital, spreading out to affect the surrounding region of Nevassa and beyond. Ashnard was crowned the year after that great tragedy finally subsided. In the entire history of Tellius, no calamity has claimed the lives of so many beorc and laguz--not since the great flood. Two years before, it struck Begnion, and
the entire population of Serenes was nearly obliterated. The year after that, close to a thousand beorc--nobles and peasants alike--perished in Daein.

Ike
Nobles, you say? So the royal family fell victim to this plague as well?

Tanith
Yes. The reigning king and queen and some twenty or so princes and princesses fell ill. And everyone who fell ill perished. For a time, the people despaired of losing the entire royal bloodline of Daein. It seemed that none would survive.

Ike
And yet Ashnard survived.

Tanith
He did. It is quite interesting, in a sense. You see, his name was never mentioned in any talk of succession before that time. He was of such a distant bloodline that he was unlikely to be king. In another place
though, his name was already well known.

Ike
Where was that?

Tanith
On the battlefield. As you know, Daein is home to many brave warriors. At the time, then-prince Ashnard was said to have been a match for an entire troop of pegasus knights. Begnion and Daein both keep close watch over their borders, and their patrols fought in many skirmishes. Although there was no war to speak of, these land disputes did end with Daein claiming a small portion of Begnion soil. It would be no exaggeration to say this was soley due to the strength of one man: Ashnard.

Ike
...

Tanith
Forgive me. I have spoken longer than I intended. It's about time we get back to the business of marching preparations.

Ike
No, thank you for telling me so much. If we have another chance, please share more of your stories.

Tanith
Understood.

Tormod

Tormod
Ike! Which troop should we fall in with? We have received no orders yet.

Ike
Tormod, Muarim, I know I've asked you many times, but...Are you sure you want to be here?

Tormod
You keep asking that! Maybe you don't want us here.  Is that it? I don't know what to think!

Ike
No, it's not that at all. To be honest, the battle ahead is going to be hard... It looks bleak. I'd rather that those without direct ties to Crimea not get involved.

Tormod
A bleak battle? What about trying to free all the slaves in Begnion? Now THOSE were bleak battles. Bleak battles are our specialty. Right, Muarim?

Muarim
Yes, you are. Yet...thanks to Ike's time in Begnion, things have changed completely.

Ike
That's right. The apostle has promised to press her investigation until there's not a single laguz slave left in the entire nation. So, there's no reason for you two to continue fighting, is there? You don't owe me anything--

Tormod
We're going to fight with you, Ike. We want to help!

Muarim
It is our right to join you in this. Just as it is your right to refuse us.

Ike
To be perfectly frank, I would be willing to beg to get you to join us. Both of you, all right?

Muarim
All right.

Tormod
Ha ha! You can count on us!