Preparations for the Final Encounter
"Alright… with this, all Four Empyreans have been re-awakened," I muttered, letting out a sigh. "I've worked my ass off for the past few days, but… this immortality should be worth it."
"You had best not overly rely on it," Aquira stated calmly. "After all, immortality does not mean invincibility. A killing blow will still be a killing blow—do not blame it on us then."
"Relax, I am well aware of that," I replied. "If I die, it's simply because I was too weak. Nothing more."
"Well, let's get out of here, then!" Ignis said with a chuckle. "I heard you have a pretty nice lodging, kid! A private beach and all that? Sounds awesome!"
"Just know if you burn anything, you'll be paying for it," I muttered, and Aquira gave a soft chuckle.
"Hmph. Worry not, dear child. Should he burn anything, I will immediately drown his flames."
"Yeah… uh, thanks, I suppose," I said, scratching my head. "In any case… how do we-"