wearesuperior | Craven Castle - Letter to Kuzuryuu Fuyuhiko

Fuyuhiko Kuzuryuu,

The two of us have had some difficulties and disagreements over the past few weeks, I shall confess, but I felt it necessary to leave you some message should I die. You see, I need to apologise for breaking my word with you. Know that I had no wish to die, for I truly detest making anyone grieve for me. But the life of a Shepherd is full of risks and these things may happen on occasion. You may cry if you wish, but know that such outbursts are hardly gentlemanly. A man of your station should maintain some composure.

I have grown very fond of you, despite your many faults (and, I confess, my own). Therefor, I must rather hypocritically order you to survive this ordeal. Please take care of dear Chiaki, I fear she shall take this rather hard. It may be harsh to say so, but be strong and protect her, whatever you might be feeling. Be strong and destroy this game. Lay waste to our enemy so that they may never rise again, for that is the only solution that lies before us. If you find yourself doubting your ability to do so, think of how I have complete faith in you and am never wrong.

I have written two letters to my liege Chrom and my beloved Lissa. I understand that there are none in the castle whose homes are in Ylisse and so it may be difficult for my words to reach them. But if any method shows itself, can I ask you to make use of it? Perhaps the Host may help, there's nothing in the contents of the letters that puts him or the game at risk.

Take care, Fuyuhiko. In this regard, I must ask that you not follow my lead.

With love always,
Maribelle

[As of the end of week 8, this letter has been destroyed.]