In the eyes of the Lake Fairy gleamed a cunning and joy of her plan's success. Her figure floated toward Laine, extending a slender and fair hand: "I accept your allegiance, Laine. I have always been watching your battles—you are brave, decisive, and full of wisdom. Most importantly, the precious knightly virtues have been revived and developed in you. Continue the fight, brave knight. Expel the evil from this continent. I will always be watching over you. May the mighty knightly virtues illuminate your path forward…"
At this, the Lake Fairy suddenly pursed her lips into a smile as all colors in the world faded away: "If the little tricks you used in your duel weren't so despicable, I might have admired you more. But still… go, eliminate the evil. I will grant you power!"
The goddess's jade fingers reached slowly toward Laine. Instinctively, Laine raised his right hand to meet them.
Amidst the radiant light and shadow, their fingertips touched.
