Runa spent the whole night crying after promising to stop the war for Niels' sake. This would be the last favor she did for Niels. After the war, Runa would move on from him.
"You don't deserve me," she muttered.
As she was engulfed in sadness and loneliness, the image of Ernest appeared in her mind. He was smiling at her and he extended his hand to wipe the tears from her cheek.
Why did I push you away if I would only suffer like this? I'll see you again anyway.
***
Stopping the war couldn't be accomplished if Runa did not put Ernest into the plan. He would be the one playing the most crucial role in stopping the war.
Runa returned to the Zamek Family manor. Before she entered the guest parlor, Ernest was already running behind her and calling her aloud, "Lady Runa! I thought you hated me. Oh, thank goodness. You don't hate me, do you? If you do, you wouldn't be here."
"Ernest, I need your help."
"What is it?"
