Episode 10: The Honourable Warrior | An Episode Summary for Tears to Tiara

The world is beautiful, peaceful and harmonious. Octavia looked at a younger version of herself, sparring with her older brother. All was well, but all of a sudden, the sky turned red, the deafening footsteps of the Imperial soldiers rang as they marched under the red flag of Ruprom. There, she found her brother lying on the ground- lifeless and unmoving.

Her younger version grieved and took her brother's sword.

With a jolt, Octavia woke up from the nightmarish world, finding herself in a room where she was greeted by Riannon.

Octavia asked for her sword which Riannon gladly gave her. A few children took a peek at the both of them but were scared and run off when Octavia glanced at them. Riannon merely told her that these children wanted to be her friends.

The other replied that she sadly can't since she's an Imperial soldier, forever to be viewed as an enemy and a threat. Riannon told her that as far as she knows, Avalon is a sanctuary - a place of hope.

Octavia commented that it has been a long time since she had heard that word (referring to "HOPE") but Riannon merely gave her a shy smile.

Episode 10: The Honourable Warrior

Arthur was calling for Arawn, wanting to tell him something. When he found their "elder" he immediately told Arawn about Octavia, initiating a conversation, or more like a demand to send her away. Arawn argued back, saying that he is just like the others and the two had an argument. The elder, probably fed up with the argument ended it with a "That's an elder's order". Arthur walked out, annoyed and angered.

Meanwhile, Octavia is wandering around Avalon, admiring the peaceful sceneries around. While doing so, she overheard a conversation between Morgan and Rathty concerning an item called "The Red Branch". She turned her view away and continued walking. There, she spotted Arthur venting out his anger with his sword, swinging it ungracefully through the wind. It lacks focus, and driven with anger instead of a warrior's soul.

Before commenting any words, Rathty came to her and introduced herself (note, I have just realized that Rathty is actually a girl, thanks to my best friend known as "Eris" also, for her, I will be putting up more entries about a new pairing she truly likes. Stay tune for that). Rathty told her that she'll be her tour guide.

Along the course of their conversation, Octavia focused her attention on Arthur and said "It is rough". Of course, being just a few distance from their location, Arthur heard her, and his hatred was renewed. Arthur stopped swinging his sword and told Octavia to draw her sword, challenging her to a duel. But as she was just about to attack, Riannon came and stopped them.

Octavia merely walked away, being closely followed by Riannon. While Riannon said something to Octavia, Morgan came and hugged her "icon of idolization" which of course surprised Octavia. This sent them both to the ground. Morgan apologized and offered to help Octavia stand up. However, she protested. But this didn't deterred the other and Riannon joined in, offering friendship and acquaintanship to the new addition to their city.

Later that day, Octavia could be seen talking to a few children- the two who were following her earlier. She told the two that she could teach them how to weild a sword since the two seems to be highly interested in her "skills" and have looked up to her.

The two were very happy, and introduced themselves as Conur and Elir, officially recognising Octavia as their "sensei".

Later that night, Arthur was practising with his sword. While Riannon brought some snacks, they talked for a bit and finally, when Riannon was about to leave, Arthur asked her sister of what her opinion about Octavia (or in this case, he referred to her as "that person") is.

Riannon merely replied with "pure and simple" letting silence reigned over the night.

Morning soon came and they went to their storehouse, with Arawn declaring that they need to sort it out. With the number of the crates from their recent infiltration mission, Morgan complained saying they could never do such a hard task.

This time, Arawn suggested a new alternative. He told them, after a few seconds of thinking that an Imperial soldier should be able to know which crate contains a certain contents. The others agreed, and there, they pointed out that they could use some help from Octavia.

Arawn, decided that Arthur should go fetch her for some unknown reason. Unwillingly, Arthur complied, muttering to himself as he walked on. Arthur found Octavia teaching the kids. Unfortunately, he wasn't able to learn anymore lessons (aside from the nature of swords and how to properly weild it) because Rathty dashed out to him and "begged him to avoid trouble and not fighting Octavia."

Arthur assured her that it is not his intent. He called Octavia and they walked together. During their walk, Octavia's past experiences were revelaed (though only a part of it). Through this, Arthur's opinions about her changed. But one thing is certain, Arthur agreed with her on only one thing "swords don't lie".

When they arrived at the storehouse, Octavia opened a crate with jewelries and treasures inside it. This is very important and she told that it is a box of offerings. Morgan rushed out, seeing a red item and immediately picked it up saying that it's definitely alike to the one she's looking for. However, when Arawn told her that it is a corral - a tree that grows at the bottom of the sea, she was disappointed and went away with a head bowed down.

She made it to the shores, still sulking and thinking over it. However, she noticed her idol coming to her and told her that the red branch must be a corral. Looking up at Octavia, the Imperial soldier asked her if she "had a terrible/fatal disease on her childhood".

She asked why would it matter but still, she managed to remember that indeed, she has been sick. Also, Octavia informed her that the red branch could be used as a medicine when powedered. The color changes to white as opposed to red. Morgan felt tears falling from her eyes, knowing that her grandfather had valued her more than his reputation and instead of keeping the red branch, he sacrificed it to save his daughter.

The scene shifted during the night with Arthur thanking Octavia for her efforts but this doesn't mean that he already accepted her yet. While everyone was surprised, Octavia doesn't seem to be at the very least affected for she know what it is that Arthur wanted- they have to fight with their sword, after all, swords don't lie.

The next morning, their duel soon started and upon its completion, Arthur finally came to his acceptance and right there, Octavia made her speech, telling them she no longer is a soldier of the Empire but she decided to share their goals and be with them.

To Be Continued...