#[The Dog Filled With Bravery- Ergis]

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Ergis would understand what Hax told him rising up as he barked twice, with the sound of frantic footsteps rushing to the door before Zek walked in tears in his eyes when he finally saw Hax awake....his hands trembling and already with hot tears rolling down his cheeks.

"H-Hax....." He said tearfully walking up to them, falling to his knees when approaching the bedside and softly sobbing near the bedside. "I'm sorry.... I'm so so sorry... I tried my best to stop them......" He said toward the other while Ergis got off the bed and approached his master nuzzling them gently.

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"Hmm, glad you didnt. If I only knew you were alive I would have went on a stealth mission to try and get you out of there. I am a risk taker after all... even back in my world I took risks." Zek would say pulling out his lighter as he would hear about Papalymo which he dropped the lighter and cigarette......his hands starting to shake remembering that fateful day.......had he just shot Illberd in the head....instead of wanting to be as sadistic as he was..... Papalymo would be here.

Ergis would release a sad whine when bringing up Papalymo and when he noticed Zeks hands were trembling he would walk up to him and start to nuzzle him gently to snap him back to reality. "Thank you... Ergis." He said with a soft sigh petting the wolfdog. "Papalymo.....he- He sacrificed his life... to save all of us from Ilberd...." The sniper said moving to pick up his lighter and cigarette putting them both on the table.

Ergis was happy to see her, in which she crouched down and gave him as many pets as she physically could handle. Though she was healed, she still wasn't at 100%. No, she was about 45% back to normal. Still had to gain her strength back after how long she'd been tortured and how long she'd been at death's door.

Looking up at Zek, who was going to nurse a cigarette, she smiled meekly. "Well, I was never dead. The Garleans held me captive this whole time, torturing me for information on the Resistance... I was lucky enough to be able to not tell them anything."

A somber look appeared on her face not long after she finished, hands ruffling Ergis' fur as if keeping herself grounded.

"If he wanted my soul so badly, it would've been gone by now." Yda stated, looking back to Ergis instead of keeping eye contact on Zek. "But nevermind that. Are you and the Scions-- you know, okay? Is Papalymo still bossing people around? He always liked doing that, you know..."

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Looks like Ergis has joined in the chase for some Chicken as well!

SO HAS OUTSIDER!!!!

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Zek was walking around the village with Ergis in tow with the two keeping an eye out for any random disturbances and the like. But at the same time he was someone who wanted to keep his eyes out for dangers that would threaten him or the rest of the village.

Ergis would gently nuzzle themselves against Zek which the sniper looked at his partner, in which he petted him a bit. "Dont worry Ergis. The celebration is going to go as planned." He would say towards the wolfdog.

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"Last year was the year where we all had to heal from an eerie silence. But we managed to now get back onto our feet."

"So keep your head held high and walk forward no matter what happens now. But what matters the most is this."

"When something is wrong and no one is doing nothing about it. Stand up and fight for what is right. And when things get hard keep fighting....."

"And always remember that you are never alone. Take time for yourself to rest and reflect on this past year....."

"Use the reflection of last year to teach yourself something and then set goals for yourself for this upcoming year. Don't be afraid to fail as failure teaches us a lesson."

"Strength comes from within and from those who love you the most....and if everything seems hard. Use those memories of love to carry you forward....."

Ergis holds up a sign with just a paw. buuuut thanks to the Translator three-thousand his quote states from his paw print: "Look forward to newer experiences, friends, and even things to do in the New Year and just remember."

"When there is Darkness... there always LIGHT!"

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM STRYKINGBACK!!!!!

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A familiar voice made Zek perk up a bit as he turned around to see Charlie and one of his pups walk up to him. "Ah! Charlie!!! A pleasure to see you here!! I hope the village has been treating you well!!! As for me.. I've been well! Maybe even better than ever!" Zek would say happily petting the dog while Ergis would return the sniffing to the young pup that was sniffing him.

"Oh Right this is Ergis. My wolfdog and a proud companion to have." Zek said introducing Ergis, while the wolf dog bowed his head out of respect and a way to greet the two.

Charlie was sitting not far away, but when he saw Zek and Ergis, he wagged his tail and stood. “Hey, Zek- over here!”

The shepherd mutt trotted up to them both, smiling. “How ya doin’, pal? Nice place!”

Dallas came up to his father’s side, curiously sniffing at Ergis, but seemed a little nervous.

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Precursor to the Festival!

Location: New Forde Village, Brumel. Time: 7:00 AM OST: A Discovery Of A Village!

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Atya was up and about preparing breakfast as soon as she could for the long day ahead, as the villagers who were awake earlier made their final preparations, whether if it was making sure the bakeries had enough bread prepared for the day, the food in certain shops or small restaurants had also had their food prepared, and more were all up in about.

Finally she would finish stirring the Kyercheh which Ergis sat patiently looking up at Atya panting lightly. "Awww, Ergis! Being a good boy as always." Atya would say ruffling his fur and such before turning standing up. "Zeeeeek~! Breakfast is ready!!" Atya said with a slight groan coming from Zek... standing up and walking forward.

"Ugh......Cooooming~!" He said coming from his room dressed in his casual clothes while holding Hayha in his hands. Which his mother couldn't help but chuckle to herself at the sight as he walked up to the table and sat down on the wooden seat while Ergis got his cooked beef as he started eating.

Zek would then get a plate of pancakes and a little bowl of Kyercheh in front of him, which he began to eat. "Ah, Zek be sure to eat plenty since you and I are going to be having a long day today." Atya said taking her seat and starting to eat as well.

"Yes Mama, I know." Zek would say munching away at a pancake recently dipped in the heavy whipped cream. "Plus, you have a lot to do today as well, keeping an eye on the events, doing a song, opening ceremonies, etc." The sniper would say with his mother blushing lightly.

"Ahhh! I'm aware Zekkie. But... I just wish....." Atya would speak until Ergis would place his head on top of her lap whining softly in a way to help her soothe the pain, which she smiled and patted the wolfdog lightly. "I know mama. I wish she was here too and with my Master." Zek said smiling softly as he finished up. "I'll get freshened up and head out, mama. Ergis! Hold until I come out fully dressed." Zek would say while commanding Ergis.With the Sniper immiediately taking a warm shower and dressing himself up in his usual combat gear with his facemask walking right out.

"Lets go, Ergis." Zek said which he and the wolf dog walked out and his mother stepping out a bit. "Have a good day Zek! I'll be right behind you soon!" Atya would say.

Which the town was already starting to come to life people coming out of their homes early to begin the day and most importantly setting up the games, the hotsprings, and the feast hall. New Forde Village was alive and well with the village already beginning to burst with life in excitement for the festival.

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"I'm actually quite surprised that you're helping me out with cooking dinner tonight. After all you are a long way from home no?" Zek would say looking at the other while Ergis would whine wanting a bit of the food that was being mashed in a mortar and pestle.

"Ergis. Wait boy." He said in a calm manner towards the wolfdog.

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ERGIS HAS BEEN ADDED TO STRYKINGBACK!

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"Hmm?" Zek would walk out of the Sunna household to see a Brumelian Wolf-dog walking around as it would stop to look at Zek panting lightly.

Which the wolfdog looked up at Zek which the Sniper would pet him lightly and smile. "I never actually had a chance to own a dog before... even when I was too busy.... maybe.. you can come along with me on a few adventures, no?" Zek would say with the wolfdog nuzzling at Zeks face.

"I have to give you a name? Yes? How about Ergis?" He would say with the Brumelian Wolfdog barking with delight. "I knew you would like that." Zek said.

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Ergis was performing a wide sweep of the forest making sure that no one made it to the cabin. At this point Zek had changed his orders from protecting the cabin where Eath and Hax stayed to coming with him as this time around, the more ground they can cover the better. In other words... Ergis being the "Reaper's Eyes" and Zek being the Scythe of the Reaper.

Which Ergis would stop near a rock overlooking a path leading to the Cabin growling and sniffing the air for any unknown scents./

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Ergis is panting happily with Zek petting the wolfdog a bit and smiling as he looked at the calendar. Which to the young sniper it finally occurred to him that this was the very day he would meet Ergis when he was just a pup.

"I still cannot believe that on the twenty sixth of the fourth month of Summer was when I met you Ergis. I wish I only knew it was you when I met you after helping mother move into her new home." Zek said with Ergis barking in agreement.

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Ergis is just going to whine a bit as he was thinking about Eath and Hax a bit. with Zek petting the wolfdog.

"I know boy. We'll go visit them soon."

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“Hey, Uncle Zek!”

Dallas and Amberly both came hurrying up, fluffy tails wagging away.

“Guess what? Mom an’ Dad said we could come hang out with you for th’ day!” Dallas announced.

“They’re going on some boring mission or something,” Amberly put in. “Are you busy? Can we hang out? We can always go back home, too, but it’s more fun bein’ with you!”

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Oh that title.... being called Uncle which he never thought he would receive such an esteemed title from Charlies own pups. To which the sniper looked down at the two. "Of course. I was about to go on patrol with Ergis around the village I do welcome the help." He said putting his rifle on his back and such.

Ergis had a little smile on his face looking down at the two puppies in which he panted happily knowing that if his master was alright with having them around then he was happy to help him in any way.

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Zek would smile as he finished putting up the photo that Amberly had drawn for him, making him proud as he was given the esteemed title of Uncle. Which was something the Sniper took great pride in.

Ergis on the other hand was overjoyed that his master had received such a gift and noticing his mood was even skyrocketing after the Festival and such. Now for Ergis it was almost time for him to howl towards the full moon and to hear the howls of other Brumelian wolfdogs in the Aglaia forest that could be preparing themselves.

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Farewell New Forde Village!

The Celebrations were now finally coming to a close after yesterday with much dancing and a feast that followed and thanks to the town watch along with some proud heroes.... and yes even a VERY horrible detective dealing with the Apathy Grimm that made a last second appearance. Finally, Zek would look at everyone leaving along with Ergis and his mother with everybody else making sure that those who visited received a gift from coming all the way out to be with them, ranging from jewelry, handmade knives, or even some fresh confectionaries to take with them.

It was only but a matter of time until every visitor who came boarded charter bus now began to leave with everyone wishing them safe travels.

OST: Hope for the Future.

"And there they go.... off to lands unknown, well really, its back to Brumel or to wherever they came from." Zek said feeling his mother place a hand on his shoulder.

"Its more than that Zek. I believe Forde has left a good impression on everyone. Our fortitude will one day be their new home. I promise..." Atya would say with Zek smiling underneath his mask. "Then lets make sure Forde is made to be better than it once was." He said.

"Ah that reminds me we should also set up our next event! Yhyakh! And that will be our Summer Festival!!!!"

"Thats right. I never got a chance to celebrate that with you Mama, and the Dygyn which I have been DYING to participate in.... um... not literally this time." Zek would say with the little joke making his mother chuckle a bit. "Still a lifetime dream of mine has been realized Zek. Now, your mission from me is this: "Find your dream and make it into yours." Atya said kissing Zek on the cheek.

"Be sure not to stay out too long." She advised walking away with Zek taking out Hayha and sighing as he inspected the old-modified rifle. "My dream, huh?" He said looking at the village. "But It's already been realized.....but what other dreams.. did I have?" He continued before walking back onto his patrol route with Ergis in tow.

MINI-EVENT: FORDE'S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

MISSION COMPLETE.

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