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As the world they've been living in so long quickly dissolves around them, the oppressive air from the Gate fades away from their senses and their vision turns turns completely white. It only takes an instant for their sight to return, but when it does, they'll find themselves in the same dim, dank chamber that they were in a moment before albeit with several main differences: the Gate and the machines that were clustered near it are now gone.

However, you'll only be able to take in this sight for a few seconds before the scenery blurs and suddenly there's the scent of the cool December air brushing past your face, blinding sunlight assaulting the eyes.

It's been six weeks since you've seen anything but the night, so it may take a bit of adjustment before realizing that there's a number of very, very familiar faces before you, as well as one who might not be so recognizable. Either way, one thing is for sure: that long, long Night is over, and it's the start of another Day.

Witamy w Krakowie.

[[Everyone will find themselves in the Main Square. Furthermore, those who had body horror will find that all traces of it are gone!]]

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[ortion]

Studying together... That sounds absolutely marvelous.

[They might have their noses buried in books and tech the entire time, but that's totally the romantic part about it, right? Right.

The smirk softens immensely as he rests his head against Iago's shoulder.]

It means so much to me to hear that. And you know full well that I return the sentiment. I believe I would be in a much worse place if you had not come into my life.

[psychophant]

[we can cuddle while we study!! genius.]

As would I. Even if I had succeeded and taken the throne, I can't imagine it would have made me happy like this.

[It's strange to think about it now, after six weeks of hell. He broke entirely too many times and he's pretty damn sure whatever fix he's got is only temporary, but even after all this hardship it's been worth it. Every single damn moment has been worth it for this. Even that horrid trial, even losing Dist, because it means everything worked out to this. He can start over with Saphir, and while that idea may have been terrifying at the start of this, there's nothing he could want more now.

It only takes a moment for one of his hands to shift up and slip back into Saphir's hair, gentle and mindful of his nails as always.]

Thank you, Saphir. I don't know where I'd be if you hadn't been here to support me through my darkest hours. Even after seeing me at my worst - repeatedly - you've always been quick to help. I can never express how much that means to me.

[ortion]

[A contented sigh escapes Saphir in response to the gesture. He could stay like this for ages, honestly. But they'll have to get going soon. They'll leave this room for the last time, and finally say goodbye to place they had to call home for six weeks. A new life awaits them, but at least they won't be alone.]

And I would do it all again in a heartbeat. For you have helped me as much as I have helped you. You have given me so many things that I never had the pleasure of knowing back home, and for that I am ever-grateful.

[Tilting his head up to smile at Iago, he brushes a hand against his cheek.]

You are my biggest supporter, and I will always be yours in return.

[psychophant]

I know, and I could never ask for anything more.

[It's something he thought about when Cumore spoke to him of his desires - Cumore's had been for everyone to love him as a leader, while Iago had never once cared about that. Tyrant or beloved king, either would have worked just fine for him. It was always about power, control.

It's so strange that finding just a few people who want to support him can mean this much to him. It's not enough to change his mind or make him question his dreams, but it means more to him than he ever thought possible.

He leans into that hand easily, his visible eye closing as he does.]

No matter what we face next, we'll overcome it together. This experience has already proven that much, hasn't it? There is nothing in any world that could ever compare to this mess. We will be ready to face anything, and I have no doubts that we'll be unstoppable together.

[The last time they spoke of conquering together it was driven by mania and desire, a desperate need for things to go the way he wants. There's something more calm and subdued about it now; this is born of certainty and not desperate need.

After all, he always has been Saphir's biggest supporter, just as Saphir has been his.]

[ortion]

If we do manage to find something comparable in Terca Lumireis, I believe Cumore would be in for a word with us.

[It's all said in jest, of course. Iago's right- any challenges that they have to overcome in Terca Lumireis will be nothing in comparison to Krakow.]

I look forward to seeing you ascend to a position of power that you've always wanted. If my genius intellect can help you get there, than that is all the better.

[His own dream is behind him now, but that doesn't mean he can't forge a new one. Being part of one of Terca Lumireis' future power couples sounds pretty nice, honestly.]

[psychophant]

[what happens in ragou's manor stays in ragou's manor????]

With you by my side, we'll be unstoppable. Anything we want we'll have the power to obtain. I look forward to seeing just how far we go.

[It's true, he does have high expectations for the two of them. Cumore's told him quite a bit about Terca Lumireis, but there's still so much to learn. Exactly what they'll be able to accomplish is a bit up in the air at the moment, but he's confident that it'll be incredibly fun.

But for now...]

I certainly don't mind taking a break, however. I think we could both use a bit to unwind after all of this.

[That's the nice way of saying "we are going to be so fucked up for awhile".]