At Suwi's plea, Agane rose, urging Sei not to let emotions sway her. "Even if Magdalena overlooks this, the other Weapons will resent you, jeopardizing ties with allied nations," she cautioned.
Sei sighed, shaking her head in dissent. "You misunderstand—I'm not helping you just to save you from death," she clarified.
She revealed her interest stemmed from Suwi's potential to shift the flawed perception of Soul Eaters. The indiscriminate slaughter felt unjust, and Sei despised turning a blind eye. She dreamed of change, with Suwi's aid in finding a way for Soul Eaters to forgo soul consumption.
Suwi fell silent, pondering the impossibility. Bowing, she admitted, "Even if I help, nothing changes. If I knew a solution, my clan's extinction wouldn't have happened."
She spoke of Serphia, a rare Spirit Pet from the sacred tree, now lost. "I doubt others like her survive today," she said. Her kin had spent ages seeking relief from their spirit thirst, all in vain.
"So, you're saying there's no solution?" Sei pressed.
Suwi remained silent, head lowered. Then, Nathaniel's words struck her. "Wait— if anyone can help, it's that human, Nathaniel," she declared.
Sei's curiosity piqued. "Why an ordinary human for a century-old problem?" she asked.
Suwi recounted Nathaniel's claims of seeing pasts and futures, initially doubting him. "I don't know him personally—he volunteered, knowing my history from our talk. He proved it somehow," she admitted.
"An ordinary human with that ability? Impossible, Your Majesty," Agane interjected. Such power rivaled an S-Class Crimson Eye, draining life energy—unthinkable for a weak human.
"Even I sensed no energy from him, but would I lie about my plight?" Suwi countered. "I'm unsure if he sees pasts or futures, but he knows something vital about this world."
Sei fell quiet, deep in thought, then turned to leave. "Thank you for the insight. Let's hope he holds a key to your survival," she said, escorted out by soldiers to her office.
Seated, with Agane standing by, Sei's silence hinted at brewing plans. Agane broke it, worried. "No ordinary human can do that—he's likely a madman."
"True, he's mad," Sei agreed.
Relief washed over Agane, assuming Sei dismissed the notion. But Sei continued, "Agane, I have a task. Leave at once."
"Command me, Your Majesty," Agane replied.
"Bring that madman, Nathaniel, to me immediately."
Shock and dismay hit Agane—Sei believed Suwi and Nathaniel's claims. Despite her arguments, Sei ordered other soldiers to prepare Agane's departure. "I'll fetch him myself," Sei decided.
"Your Majesty, please," Agane protested.
Undeterred, Sei headed for the tower, Agane trailing, pleading. "He's mid-trial, and you refused to judge. This could embarrass you if wrong," Agane warned.
"It's a small matter," Sei dismissed.
"Your Majesty, you'll face Commander Pyun again—she resents you," Agane pressed.
"I care little for that," Sei replied.
"Your Majesty!" Agane's voice cracked.
Sei pressed on until Agane blocked her path, reluctantly agreeing to retrieve Nathaniel. Sei smiled, thanking her. "I'm glad you trust my decision."
Agane knew Sei's resolve was unshakeable, yet as her advisor and guard, she struggled to guide her queen wisely, fearing the burden of her choices.
"Take care. May our god guide and protect you," Sei blessed.
Agane bowed in respect, turning to her mission with a heavy heart.