Part 453: Maribelle A

I've made up my mind, Libra. When this war is won, I shall start another.

A war, Maribelle?

Indeed. I aim to fight for the rights of all citizens as a minister of the law!

Someone of your elevated station would fight on behalf of the meager masses?

Of course. I'll start in Ylisse, then take the fight to Ferox, Plegia, and everywhere else. I'll fight each battle until none suffer under the burden of an unequal body of law.

Bending other kingdoms to your will is no mean task, even with an army at your back. To do so with diplomacy alone is a monumental undertaking, Maribelle.

I'm well aware of the madness of it, but my mind is set firm.

Why would you take up such a colossal burden of your own free will?

Because of your words, Libra. The joy and the pride they stirred in me. You thanked me for something that ought to be given, and you said you felt redeemed. If my efforts could bring redemption to more people, no burden is too great.

I merely spoke my mind. I never thought to impart such grand or weighty meaning.

Yet your words changed my life just the same. And for that, you have my thanks.