Chapter 89

†† (Fellet, the Elven Queen's Perspective)

To my dear sister, Anemone—

It has been several weeks since you left with Lord Ike for Ivalice.

Have you arrived in Ivalice yet?

I am writing this assuming you have, and I am delighted to think that you have reached there safely.

Now, assuming you have arrived in the city of Ivalice, there is one thing I must caution you about.

The human city must be quite splendid, but try not to get too carried away.

With its grand cobblestone streets and large buildings,

there are many shops and even sideshows, but I hope you will not visit such places too often and will always conduct yourself as a representative of the Elven race.

—I might not have the right to sound so preachy.

I am surrounded by the World Tree Forest, living in peace, while you will be fighting on the front lines in the city of Ivalice.

How can I, who am in such a position, lecture you?

Still, I must admit, I am a little envious of you.

Because you get to be by Lord Ike's side.

This makes me a little—no, quite envious of you. I am jealous.

I regret not having learned swordsmanship myself.

If I could wield a rapier as gracefully as you, I would have gone in your place and fought alongside him.

Lord Ike—

He is a mysterious person. His appearance is that of the King of Undeath, yet for some reason, he is not at all frightening.

From his words and the depths of his eyes, I feel an overwhelming sense of compassion.

How many times I have thought, if only he had been born an Elven man—.

You are my twin sister, and I am sure you share this feeling.

I believe you must be happy to be by Lord Ike's side, but this is also a point of caution.

Your role is to assist Lord Ike. Do not mix your personal feelings with your duties.

This is not a command out of jealousy, but as your queen.

So, do not take advantage of any opportunity to force a kiss upon Lord Ike and create a fait accompli!

This is an order from your queen! No, a request from your sister.

If we end up competing for Lord Ike, let it be a fair fight.

I will not tolerate any unfair advantages using your position by his side!

—I have gotten a bit too excited.

In any case, I have complete trust in you.

Please do not worry about me and focus all your efforts on assisting Lord Ike.

I will do my best to protect the World Tree Forest and the Elven people, and support you from the rear.

I have managed to secure the rare mushrooms and Ket-Shi fruits that Lord Ike requested.

—Well, this letter has become quite long, but I will stop here.

Please take care of yourself. And do not force yourself to eat things you are not used to.

From your only sister, Fellet.

P.S.

The other day, a blonde woman claiming to be a messenger from the Alliance of Kings came to visit.

But don't worry.

She was not there to threaten or intimidate, but rather to negotiate.

In fact, she wanted to meet with Lord Ike and came all the way to this forest.

It seems you just missed each other.

Lord Ike returned to his territory and then headed to Ivalice.

Her name is Alistair—she introduced herself as the leader of the White Rose Knights.

I don't think she is dangerous, but please be cautious.