Rue's route, Part XIII: The Call of [Relic]
Look, look! I'm fully recharged now! I feel great!
Great news, guys. I'm almost finished with the amulet.
That's great! It won't be long before we break the seal.
That's what I was created for: to open the door to the [relic].
We're counting on you.
Hey, Rue, what do the lake ruins look like? I kind of wanna see them.
The ruins are in the middle of a lake, so we can't get there now.
No, really?
I'll get a boat when you're ready. Can you wait till then?
Suspicious. Perhaps lightbane and spekkio were onto something, we should be more careful.
Should I get the boat now, Doctor?
You don't need to get a boat if you just want to see the lake ruins.
Really? Where can you see them from?
Go to the lakeside. You can get a clear view from there.
Come on, Rue! Let's go to the lakeside!
I don't care, but...
What if something happens?
He'll be fine with you.
Yeah, what can possibly go wrong?
Rue, come on.
Go on. You need a little break for a change.
Ok. Let's go, Prima Doll.
This is the first time you've been outside of town, huh?
It smells good. It's so warm and comfortable out here.
It's because of the sun.
Oh yeah... I've been trapped inside that cold box all this time. I never knew the outside.
......
Rue, let's race!
What?
What sort of hideous trap is that?
...Ok. Let's do it.
Don't cheat, ok? On your mark! Get set!
You're fast, too. You were right by me.
You think so? That was fun! I've never run like that before. Hey, there are the lake ruins... That's where the [relic] is, right?
Yeah. The Aeon Valen's [relic] is in there somewhere. (Almost Claire, almost...)
Rue? You ok? You look sad.
I'm fine.
I've seen that sad look on your face before. It seems like you're in a lot of pain, but you try so hard to hold it in.
......
Aeon's [relic]... I was born... I was created to unlock the seal on the [relic]. That's it... That's my only duty in life.
Rue... Where should I go after that? I'm just a tool, a key to open the door to the [relic]. After you get the [relic], I'll be of no use, and I'll... I'll be nothing...
I am...
Listen to me... You're forgetting something very important. You're forgetting that you're alive. We often take it for granted, but just being alive is a wonderful thing. As long as you're alive, there's always a chance... There's always hope. I've got a great idea. After this is over, let's try to find something fun that we can do.
Rue... You're so boring...
Thanks, Rue.
Something must've put Prima Doll on alert and he decided not to act just yet. I'll be keeping my eye on him...
Hey. Did you get to see the ruins?
Yeah! They were neat! I raced Rue in the forest, too!
Sounds like you had fun.
Yeah! It was really fun.
Oh yeah! I have a little present for you. Here you go.
Is that-
It's the amulet!
I just finished it. Ok, try it on.
This is weird... It's really refreshing. Wow, I feel great! Oh yeah! It feels like the sun. I feel so comfortable.
I'm glad to see you happy. Looks like it worked. Well, Rue, this is it. We're finally ready to break the seal on the [relic].
Yes!
I'll do my best, guys!
That's the spirit! Ok, let's go to the lake ruins!
Of course! Why wait!? Come on!
Whoa, you're drunk as hell!
What are you talking about?
Klaus falls on the floor.
Ouch.
You ok, Doctor?
What's wrong!?
...
Later...
She's right. He stayed up all night to finish the amulet.
I think you need to rest, Doctor.
Please, Dad! You have to rest!
I can't...
Mom's really gonna worry if you go now.
I can't believe this. I've waited so long to get the [relic].
Doctor, we don't have to go now. While you rest, I can get things ready.
What are we gonna do?
Why not? We just went to the lakeside. Oh yeah! You talked about this earlier.
What? What are you talking about?
We need a boat to get to the lake ruins.
Ohh, that's right. The ruins are in the middle of the lake.
I'm gonna go and try to borrow a boat. Please rest until I get back.
Thank you, Rue.
Come on, Dad. You have to rest up for that boat ride.
And ask we did.
I came here to ask you for a favor.
Oh boy... Alright, what's on your mind?
Well, you came to the right place. I'm the man that can get you there. My ACV's the best
ride around.
The words are a ragged, dead chorus, as if being spoken by five, ten, twenty, a hundred voices - old, young, female, male, desperate, calm, hysterical...
Rue, are you all right? I thought I'd lost you for a moment... You want my help, you gotta pay up front. You know what I want, don't ya?
...No, I don't.
Think.
...I remember now. Is this what you're talking about?
Rue takes a battle stance.
That's what I'm talking about! Tell you what. Just this once, I'll fight you free of charge.
So, if I win-
Yeah! Yo, who do you think I am? Rod the Blade Star never goes back on his word. You win, I help. It's as simple as that. So, no need to hold back, alright?
My tooth is all jiggly now. Gotta stay away from meat for a while.
Sorry about that... I guess I lost control.
Hey, no prob. I told you to bring it on, and you did. I was prepared for some hits. Alright, you win. I'll take you to them ruins, as promised.
That's great! I guess you're ready then. Are you going to leave now?
Yes.
Good... I hope everything goes well. I'll stay here and wait for the good news.
My baby's ready to go!
Wow...
I know. Isn't she a beauty?
The love of my life. The Pulsar-inferno Typhoon Omega! The greatest ride in the world. Nothing can top this baby's speed.
Where did you get this?
I can't tell you that. It's top secret.
Wow! This is so cool! Rue, we get to ride in this thing!?
Yeah.
Alright! I love boat rides.
It's not a boat! Don't EVER call my baby a boat! It's the Pulsar-inferno Typhoon Omega.
Rue, come on! Let's get on the boat.
Ok, get in.
What is this noise?
There are 5 cannon orbs that juice up the driver to thrust my baby. It's the sweetest sound in the world. We're at maximum power. Ok! You boys ready!?
Go!
Whoa! Nearly lost my hat...
This baby's dynamite, so hold on tight!
Go baby, go! Pulsar-inferno Typh- Oww!! I bit my tongue...oy.
Ha-ha-ha. My baby's so intense, you can't even say her name! Alright, listen: Pulsar-inferno Typh-Agghhh!
...Rod? You ok?
... I'm fine.
Hey! You bit your tongue, too! Haa-haa.
Hey, Rue! Where's this channel that leads to the lake?
It should be coming up soon.
Ok! Time to speed up!
No prob. I'll come back to pick you guys up before lights-out.
Bye, Rod!
Later, boy.
Rue!
Whatever it is you're up to, just do it all the way, alright? With heart!
... Ok, Prima Doll. Let's go get the [relic]!
I don't like the sound of this...
(Claire, this is it... Finally, I can get you back.)
What's wrong, Rue? Come on, let's go.
This is weird...
I know exactly what to do here, too. It's amazing. Everything I need to know is coming back so naturally.
Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Valen R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn.
That's right. Rue, how come you know?
......I don't know. It just came naturally...
That's so weird. Oh well. Let's begin!
Who are you!?
East Heaven Kingdom... The kingdom of sorcery.
Indeed. For the last 700 years, our kingdom has protected this [relic]. It is our duty to see that this [relic] does not fall into the wrong hands.
Ordinary men are not permitted to handle them. They might bring about world destruction. The most powerful [relic] created by the great Aeon Valen is sealed here. You have come to break the seal, no!? Be gone immediately! I absolutely forbid it!
You won't let us have the [relic]? Is that what you're saying?
It is forbidden! You must leave at once!
NO! I need the [relic], no matter what. I've searched for so long and finally found it. I don't care what you say! I'm taking it!
Who do you think you are!? Do you honestly believe that you can handle the power of the [relic]!?
I WILL! To save Claire, I will!
I'll use the power of my [relic] and see if you are worthy of Valen's.
The power of the Book of Cosmos! East Heaven's greatest Aeon [relic]! Kneel before its power!
Rue!!!?
You must give up, or you'll die!
Aaaaagh!!! Aaagh! CLAIRE!!!
He's countering the power of the [relic].
Sheez! It's getting all complicated now! What are we gonna do!?
Maya... That snake! Always butting into my affairs!
You say something?
Don't worry about it.
You have another one in mind?
Of course. Just leave it all to me. Duke. Get the Hexagon ready.
Alright. Wait.
He beat the Book of Cosmos...
Doll Master hurls a spell at Rue.
Watch yourself, Doll Master!
Yes, Your Highness. Please, rest assured, I won't kill him.
You still intend to fight...? Admirable, but unwise.
To you born of dew, I command. Accept your destiny and seal your powers!
I...can't move...!
Even your powers cannot dispel it.
!?
Quite impressive. It may prove useful.
R-Run... Run, Prima!
Hey! Put me down!
The time has come... Prima Doll, open the seal to the [relic].
No!
What?
I won't do it. I'd rather... Rue... Thanks, Rue. It was short, but I had a lot of fun. Please don't die. ...Goodbye.
Initiating shutdown sequence.
Prima...
Worthless piece of junk.
What is that!?
Mint...!? Belle!?
No time to talk!
Ok!
Belle struck Mint in the process.
Ungghhh!
Says who!?
You almost got me killed!
Stop babbling! Let's get outta here!
Stop jerkin' around!
Your Highness. Your Highness!
Huh!? Yes, what is it?
Shall we pursue them?
We must secure the [relic] first. I will use the Book of Cosmos.
Yes, Your Highness.