My, my. [ —there is a sigh upon his lips, a distinct look of apology cast to both Lapis and Marie. ] I wonder what it is I could have done to upset him?

[ He has a notion, of course, and with the mana-link between three gone (it had been much too childish of Tieria, to break it!), all that's left to do is move with the exodus of Heroes from the arena. ]

There are times when I think he needs to be looked after, most of all.

[ And though Sion's voice is quiet, his smile is no less flawless for it when he turns to the remnants of their party, ready to depart if they are! ]

Shall we, then? [ Then, a hum of afterthought: ] I believe we've just been presented with a new rescue mission.