He is just doing this to get on my nerves. He is simply trying to be amusing. I know this. I know he would never dare to do anything to my beloved. He knows it would mean immediate death. I'm simply being paranoid.

I do think a return to my home World is in order, though. I may have to have a short chat with the Chancellor if he will see me. I am quite certain he would be utterly fascinated to hear of that lovely woman in Kohlingen with whom I've seen the dear King on quite a few occasions. I do know that there has been chatter of a Royal Wedding, lately.

Have I said that Lindblum is my favorite of the new cities? Have I said that I would build myself a home there just so I could cavort amongst the airships and machines and all the other wonderful things?

I think I may have spoken prematurely for this town--Treno, I believe it's called--is so very lovely! It may be dark here all the time but the amusements and attractions sparkle like the clear night sky! The drinks are the sort that go directly to your head and, if you're lucky, your companions will do much the same. The card game the people favor here is quite interesting and, though the rules are quite complex, the scheme is wonderfully simple; I adore it, just as I master it.

As lovely as this city is, though, I realize that I likely should return to my true home, if just to be certain that all has not fallen apart in my absence. I know how desperately all of the World of Ruin depends on me and I would not fail them in this; such hope cannot be spurned nor can it be left to die! Beyond that, I am growing rather nostalgic for my dear and I fear what may happen to her should she be without me too long.

Okay.

With the advent of FFE2, everything before this post is from the past and therefore has nothing to do with this Setzer. Disregard it. It never happened. All a figment of a past life, lost to the winds.

Yea.

So, King has finally done right by his beautiful goddess. I suppose it really is about time that he got around to it; I was rather worried that he was simply going to chicken out and forget the entire affair. Still, I have to admit that it's wonderful for the both of them and I know that they'll certainly be happiest together. I can't think of a more lovely nor natural pair and I know their days will be blessed.

Regardless, now that the bulk of the excitement for that event has passed, I think that I'm going to take a bit of a walk. I'll return...soon. As soon as I can. Try not to miss me too much.

( Private )


Home at the Castle again and none the worse for the wear! I guess it's time to check on everyone and be sure that no one's too bereft without me.

IS EVERYONE ALRIGHT?!

Edgar, Quistis, Sabin, Terra, girls, everyone, are you all alright?

Alas, it's so lovely to be back in my own world. As much as I enjoyed the hospitality of Garden, it's nothing to the feeling of returning to familiar landscapes and the sky one knows as well as his own hand; I can think of only one emotion sweeter.

Still, it was a bit embarassing to see Edgar weep all over himself at seeing me again and, though I can fully understand the sentiment, I only wish he had learnt to control himself better, especially in front of Ferdinand and my lovely Venus. It's not becoming of a King, I fear. Regardless, of all that, I am glad to be home and I am looking forward to seeing familiar faces. I can only wonder what has changed in the time past and I can't wait to see what our near future holds.

I am quite fond of the people of this Garden but if one more Trepie attempts to either attack me or to otherwise impede me may well find out how well the poison of my darts work. Honestly, I can't help it that she doesn't want you...though I can gloat over it, just a little.

Hm. I am a lucky, lucky man.

Alas, down to business.

( Musclehead and Thief )


( Dearest Venus )

Why do I get the sudden feeling that I must eat, drink, and make merry tonight for tomorrow I may die?

Alas, even if that's true, I have no regrets!

Firstly, I haven't been avoiding certain people. I've simply been too busy to leave my room. It's horrible when things get so hectic, you know? Still, I am quite relieved that everything seems to have come back to the calm as well as that certain disappearing thieves have reappeared; even if said thief now owes me for making me carry him around then disappearing on me.

That all aside, I was wondering if all who are interested in this little kidnapping scheme could let me know when would be good? I believe that I know of a perfect place for our destination, but it would be nice to have an idea of who all is coming as well as when they can conveniently be snatched away. It's only polite for a kidnapper to know these things, of course.

Quistis is back in Garden. She's unconcious, but she's otherwise alive and fine. I guess that the bond didn't break and I need to see someone about that...really soon. The sooner she's fully back to herself, the better everything'll be.

Anyway, I was also told to ask any healers or anyone who can help to go Centra so as to help Selphie and Sabin with the wounded, so if you could do that, it would be highly appreciated.

I, on the other hand, am staying here. If anyone needs me, find me in the Infirmary.

( Private )


( To Selphie or Sefier )


As soon as the calm comes, I'm packing as many people as I can onto the Falcon and flying them to the first beach I can find.

So, I finally managed to lay hands on the elusive King Figaro and, in the bargain, I also got to meet up with a long lost friend. It was an...interesting time. It likely would have been better yet if said King weren't still carrying a torch for me, but I suppose that I can understand it; he never did get over the whole glitter thing. Still, I am above taking advantage of such things, you know.

It was good seeing Locke, as well, if just to know that he's...hm. I can't exactly say that he's 'well', considering the circumstances, but at least he seems to be himself. It was good to see that; a bit calming, I suppose. It will be nice when he finally gets around to being wholly and permenantly corporeal, though, even if it doubtlessly will mean that he'll have to learn not to be such a drama queen, making exits like those.

All that aside, I do still have things which absolutely need to be done. I have to find some information on Quistis' whereabouts, soon, as well as what I can do to help her. I'm doing no good, staying here at Garden. I don't even know what may be happening to her, what she may be going through. It's a bit...scary. I know it's probably just being tired, but I'm half-convinced that I should just go right now and travel randomly until I find her. It shouldn't be too difficult, considering everything, and then I'd be doing something.

Something to think on, anyway.

I spoke with Serenity and I learned a lot of what has been happening. I'm still not certain of my path, but I'm going to head to Garden. Serenity seemed to think that someone there would be able to help me or, at least, give me more information.

I guess I need all that I can, at this point.

So, I'm heading off, now, for the Garden. Hopefully, I'll get there by morning and I'll be able to find someone to help me.

Celes has been kind enough to free me from my slave status and, as such, it seems like now would be the best time to go about setting things right. I...just have to figure out the best way to do this.

( To Serenity )

( Private Rambling Thoughts )

My apologies, friends, but I think I may have to leave. I have things which I need to do. Naturally, though, I shall await release from my master's service; it would be rude for a manslave to just run, wouldn't it?

Ah, a life of wedded bliss. I suppose I should thank the girls for this...if it wouldn't mean my head on a silver platter. Still, even bliss can't last.

( To Edgar and the others. )

I....suppose that the girls' surpise was quite complete. This really wasn't what I was expecting at all and, from what I've seen so far, the other couples were in much the same boat as we. I'm only afraid that Quistis didn't take it so well. She seemed rather....upset with me and understandably so. Marriage--true marriage--is a really big step. Even if this wasn't a true marriage it was still a rather....symbolic moment and it still had a good deal of emotion involved. Still, on the other hand, it was because of this that I had enough courage to finally offer my Venus the truth and she seemed quite glad for this.

Ha. I am pathetic, though. The girls need discipline, but I can offer none. All they have to do is pout at me and it's all over. I simply can't help it. I don't know why. Proof, I suppose, that any child of mine would be horribly spoiled. Still, all that aside, I should go check and see how Mrs. Quistis Gabbiani is doing...even if the name only sticks until we leave the premesis.