Eirika: Tana! 

Tana: EIRIKA! 

The two hugged each other tightly! 

Ruby: AWWW! Such a beautiful friendship! 

Eirika: Why are you so far from Castle Freila, Tana? 

Tana: I heard that Renais had fallen, and I was so worried... But I'm glad to see that you're safe... Wait! Where is Ephraim? Is he well?

Eirika: I wish I knew. 

Tana: You haven't heard from him? Oh, I hope he's not been harmed... Come, we must go to Castle Frelia. My lord father may know something.

Eirika: Thank you, Tana. 

And so... 

You all reached Castle Freila and met with Hayden. 

Hayden: Oh, Tana... I'm grateful to see that you're safe and home again! You've no idea how I worried when I heard you were under attack at Border Mulan. You are not to leave again without my permission. Do you understand?

Tana: Don't be mad, Father. Look, I come bearing good news. Eirika! Come out now!

Eirika: King Hayden, I am pleased to see you again, even in these sad times.

Hayden: Ah, Eirika! It does my heart good to see you safe.

Eirika: Thank you. I was able to escape the castle before Renais fell. But I'm not sure if my father...

Hayden: Yes. I...have received word of your father.

Eirika: Your Highness? Please tell me. Is my father well?

Hayden was silent. 

(Y/N): I don't think it's not a good thing. 

Hayden: Yes, your friend is right ... he ... did not survive the fall of Renais Castle. 

Eirika had tears coming out of her eyes. 

Eirika: No ... Father. 

Seth: .... 

Weiss: I'm sorry Eirika. But I'm sure your brother is still okay. 

Hayden: Grado will be punished for this, that is my promise. 

Eirika: King Hayden. You know of Prince Ephraim's disappearance, do you not?

Hayden: Yes, we hear the prince and his men hound Grado at every turn. It's said that he's led his forces into the empire itself. Reports suggest he's crossed the border and now fights in Renvall.

Eirika: My brother... He fights on? Even now?

Hayden: Yes. My pegasus knights bought this information at a great price. Even though Renais has fallen, he charges into the enemy's heart. He is truly Fado's son... What a valiant youth. I wish that I knew whether he remains unharmed, but I do not.

Eirika: King Hayden, I thank you for your offer, but I cannot stay. I intend to ride to my brother's side with reinforcements.

Hayden: I cannot allow it. I know how you feel, but this plan is suicide. I would be betraying Fado's memory if I allowed any harm to befall you. Stay here. Rest and mourn. Leave this war to the warriors.

Eirika: I know you mean well, Your Majesty. However, I have lost my father, and my twin brother is in peril. My brother, he is a part of me... I cannot rest here in peace while he risks his life.

Hayden: No. Renais has no more army. Grado's forces decimated it. I wish that Frelia could provide you with support, with soldiers, but... My son, Innes, is on his way to meet the empire's forces. We cannot spare a single brigade. Your own retinue of knights cannot possibly face Grado alone. Are you so determined to go?

Eirika: Yes. ...With apologies.

Hayden: ...As resolute as your father, eh? What am I to do in the face of such foolhardy determination? Vanessa.

Out came a Pegasus Knight. 

Vanessa (Pegasus Knight of Frelia!) 

Vanessa: Yes, Your Highness? 

Hayden: Moulder.  

Then came a mage. 

Moulder (Mage of Frelia!) 

Moulder: You called, my King? 

Hayden: Gilliam? 

Gilliam: Yes, Sire? 

Hayden: You are to accompany Princess Eirika and her friends into Grado territory. I expect each of you to provide aid and support for her brother. 

Moulder: Hmm. Quite a grave responsibility you've given us.

Vanessa: No matter the obstacles, we will perform our duty.

Gilliam: Our lives are yours.

Hayden: These are some of my most trusted and stalwart vassals. They will, no doubt, prove themselves quite valuable on your journey. Remember, you are venturing behind enemy lines. You will need supplies. I will have a supply convoy readied to carry your weapons and provisions. It will remain at your side, no matter how far afield you venture.

Eirika: King Hayden, I... Thank you.

Hayden: No, save your thanks for your return...with your brother, Prince Ephraim.

Eirika: Yes, Your Highness!

(Y/N): Alright Gang, let's get going then! 

You all headed to the remote village of Ide, where more devastation was. 

Eirika: Seth has mapped out a route for us. We'll travel south of Renais and pass through Serafew into Grado territory.

Moulder: Hmm... That would seem a sensible plan. Assuming, of course, that we can avoid any run-ins with Grado soldiers...

Vanessa: Princess Eirika, may I have your leave to scout ahead? From the sky, I'll have a better chance of spotting any nearby troops.

Moulder: We're yours to command, Your Highness. Will you give your permission?

Eirika: Yes, of course. Keep an eye out for enemy bowmen though, Vanessa.

Vanessa: Yes, Your Highness, I shall. I shall prove myself worthy of the honor of your trust.

Eirika: She seems very ... sincere. 

(Y/N): And cute. 

Vanessa sees a group of bandits, with the two leaders, Bone and Bazba talking. 

Bone: Hey Boss! We've found more villages ripe for picking! 

Bazba: One, two, three ... ha ha ha!  love a good war! With all those soldiers preoccupied, we're free to pillage as we please! Right, Bone—you're in charge. Grab everything that's not nailed down and bring it to the hideout.

Bone: You got it! 

As Bazba leaves, two villagers come out. 

Ross

Ross: Dad! Bandits are coming! 

Garcia

Garcia: Hmm... I'm getting you out of here, Ross. You stay close to me!

Vanessa reported to the others. 

Vanessa: I have bad news. The village to the east is under attack by bandits! 

Eirika: Bandits?! 

(Y/N): We need to take them down right now! Anything else? 

Vanessa: I spotted an injured person, he appeared to be young! 

Moulder: I can heal his injuries thanks to my staff. 

Soon... 

Vanessa managed to get Ross to safety as Moulder got to healing him. 

While that was going on, you confronted Bone! 

Bone: HA! What's a brat like you going to do to me? 

(Y/N): I'm 20 years old. 

Bone: That's still a kid age to me! 

(Y/N): Oh really? Can you do this? 

You punched a rock and it completely shattered. 

Bone: AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH! 

(Y/N): Are you going to stop attacking the village? 

Bone nodded in fear. 

Bone: I will! I swear! I promise I won't hurt anyone! 

He took off in fear. 

Later... 

Garcia: You saved my son. I owe you my thanks.

Eirika: It's not necessary...

Seth: ...Hold on a moment ... Aren't you... the great Garcia? You fought for Renais, didn't you?

Garcia: ......

Eirika: Seth, do you know this man?

Seth: He was a troop commander for Renais until around ten years ago. When I was a recruit, the soldiers used to tell so many tales about him. They called him a daring and fearless fighter for Renais. Master Garcia, you must know the peril our homeland faces right now... Can we impose upon you to lend your strength to Renais once again?

Garcia: ...I'm sorry. I'm retired now. I'm not a soldier anymore. It's... a decision I made long ago.

Seth: Master Garcia...

Garcia: ...When I was a soldier, I lived my life fighting for my country's honor. I left no time for my family. I spent my life fighting for faceless, uncaring nobles. When my wife fell ill and died, I met the child she had left behind... At that moment, I finally realized what my duty had cost me.

Eirika: ......

Garcia: I stood at my wife's grave and promised her I would be a father to our son. I'm done with armies. I'm done with fighting, except to protect my son. I've no regrets. I'm the boy's father.

Seth: .......

Ross: You...you blasted fool! Father, what's all this nonsense I'm hearing?

Garcia: Ross!

Ross: If you're not going, then I will! I'm a fighter! I know I can do this!

Garcia: Ross, what are you saying? I...

Ross: Dad, please! Listen to me! I respect you more than any other man in the world. I know you gave up being a soldier for me. I know that! But how can you throw away such a big part of yourself? You're a warrior at heart! You can't give that up and be happy!

Garcia: ......

Ross: Look at me, Dad! Have you seen me fight? I'm not a child anymore. I'm a warrior, like you. You're free to worry, but I can survive on my own!

Garcia: ...Ross.

Ross: You want to challenge me, Father? I'm a fighter! The best in all of Ide! I'm not gonna lose to you! I'm not gonna lose to anyone!

Garcia: ...You're right. You're a good soldier, Ross. Sir Seth... If these old bones of mine can still serve, I'd like to join you.

Ross: Dad...

Garcia: Looks like my boy grew up while I wasn't looking... He's tougher than I thought. He doesn't need my help. I've raised him as best I could, but he's right. I've nothing to fear. I should fight. I will fight.

Ross: Dad!

That night... 

As Ross and Garcia joined the team, you noticed Eirika along, and in deep thought. 

Eirika: Ephraim. 

(Y/N): You okay? 

Eirika: AGH! Oh, (Y/N). Yeah, I'm good. I'm just thinking about my brother. 

(Y/N): I'm sure he's fine. No matter what, we can't lose hope. 

Eirika: You're right. Thanks. I needed that. 

(Y/N): Hey, anytime, I- 

She hugged you and gave you a kiss on the cheek, much to your shock, and you blushed. 

(Y/N): G-Gosh.