=== Byleth & Alfred === --- C --- [Alfred] I did all that training so I could fight for my country. But it doesn't feel great that I have to. [Byleth] Then let's move swiftly and end the war so that we can all put our blades down for good. --- B --- [Alfred] Hah! Hrah! Guh-GRAH! Whew! I'm about ready to call it a day if you are. [Byleth] You seem to never get tired of training. Is there no end to your stamina? --- A --- [Byleth] Alfred? You look like you have something to say. [Alfred] I wondered if you also had a tough time building muscle. Probably runs in the family, right? [Byleth] Actually, my father was rather burly. [Alfred] What?! So one day, you might be too?! Boy, do I envy you. If that happens, show me! === Byleth & Anna === --- C --- [Anna] How goes it, Professor? Anything I can do for you? [Byleth] Oh, no. I just came to see if you were someone I knew once. --- B --- [Anna] There's got to be something I can do to make people buy more stuff. Any ideas, Professor? [Byleth] Maybe you could make some of your goods limited-time offers. That might entice buyers. --- A --- [Anna] Survey time! What products do you most wish I would stock? [Byleth] I used to love fishing on my days off, so I guess I'd like it if you sold rods and bait. [Anna] Great suggestion! Although it's sad to know you don't have a use for them yourself. [Byleth] I'm not too upset about it. It would make me happy just to see people have fun fishing. === Byleth & Bunet === --- C --- [Bunet] So, there was a dining hall at the school in your world. I'm intrigued to hear about the cuisine. [Byleth] I hate to disappoint you, but the fare wasn't what you'd call a culinary achievement. --- B --- [Bunet] I've heard you know how to cook, Byleth. Could you teach me some recipes from your world? [Byleth] I'd be glad to. But first things first... We must find out if the same ingredients exist here. --- A --- [Bunet] Thanks to you and your recipe, the meal was a success, and everyone is satisfied. [Byleth] Excellent, I'm glad I could help. [Bunet] Everyone but me, that is. I must learn more dishes from your world. Teach me, Professor! [Byleth] Haha, how could I possibly say no? I'll teach you as many recipes as you like, Bunet. === Byleth & Boucheron === --- C --- [Byleth] There you are, Boucheron. Alfred's been calling for you. [Boucheron] Ah, thanks. Um, one moment, though─can you direct me to where exactly he is? --- B --- [Byleth] You must be back from your workout if you're that sweaty. You always do give it your all. [Boucheron] If only. I've actually been lost all night, wandering around trying to find my room. --- A --- [Byleth] I see you fish as well, huh? There's something I haven't done in too long. [Boucheron] You're into fishing too?! Perfect! You can come out to the lake with me next time. [Boucheron] Unless it'll be boring for you to just watch. [Byleth] Not at all. I'm looking forward to it. === Byleth & Céline === --- C --- [Céline] I have heard that you were once a great lover of tea. What would you discuss at teatime? [Byleth] Let's see... Things we were thankful for, our crushes, gripes about everything. The usual. --- B --- [Byleth] You seem to be in a good mood. What's the occasion? [Céline] The bird I've been watching came and landed on my shoulder. What an unexpected joy. --- A --- [Céline] Would you mind having a look at this, Byleth? I intended it as a gift for you. [Byleth] A flower? But why? [Céline] Since you can't drink your favorite teas, I thought that this peony might help soothe you. [Byleth] That's very thoughtful, Céline. Thank you. It's a beautiful flower. === Byleth & Chloé === --- C --- [Chloé] This must all be a lot to take in. If you have any questions, you can always ask me. [Byleth] That's very kind of you, Chloé. I'll do my best to return the favor however I can. --- B --- [Chloé] I'm interested in fairy tales from your world. Would you mind sharing some with me? [Byleth] I don't know that many, but how about "Loog and the Maiden of Wind"? --- A --- [Chloé] Did your world have its own rare folk foods? [Byleth] Folk foods? Let me think... I had rocky burdock a few times. [Chloé] Wow! What a name! It sounds pretty tough, though. Was it hard to eat? [Byleth] I admit that it was. But it was good medicine, and eating it always filled me with strength. === Byleth & Citrinne === --- C --- [Byleth] Allies should always work to understand each other. What's most important to you, Citrinne? [Citrinne] I suppose I care about my allies the most! You cared just as strongly for your students, right? --- B --- [Citrinne] I'd love to hear one of your lessons, Professor. I think I'll pay for a lecture hall to be built here... [Byleth] Just for one of my lectures? What's wrong with the buildings we already have? --- A --- [Citrinne] Everyone just loved your lecture, Professor! Would you consider giving another sometime? [Byleth] Another lecture? I wouldn't mind, but... [Citrinne] Oh, of course! Increased attendance calls for a proper school. I'll begin the preparations now! [Byleth] An entire school just for my lectures? That's a bit much...but I trust you'll do it right, Citrinne. === Byleth & Clanne === --- C --- [Byleth] Clanne, do you need anything? I've felt you staring at me for some time... [Clanne] Nope. I'm just admiring you, Professor. Wait! Professor?! You noticed me?! --- B --- [Byleth] Clanne, would you mind telling me about yourself? I know next to nothing. [Clanne] I know more about the Divine Dragon, but OK. What do you want to hear? --- A --- [Clanne] You never smile or...anything, so it's hard to tell how you feel. But it turns out you're really nice! [Byleth] What did I do that gave you that impression? [Clanne] You always look out for me, say hello, and treat me like we're equals. It makes me happy. [Byleth] I am pleased you feel that way, and I hope we can continue working together. === Byleth & Diamant === --- C --- [Diamant] You were a mercenary before you began to teach, right? You seem accustomed to battle. [Byleth] Do I? I guess I'm not very aware of how I come across on the battlefield. --- B --- [Diamant] Tell me, Professor... Do you have any proven methods for instilling confidence in someone? [Byleth] Earnest praise delivered often. When they do something well, make sure they know it. --- A --- [Diamant] War is built on hatred. That hatred bears new tragedies of its own. There is no reason for it... [Byleth] I'm surprised to hear you speak like this. I had assumed you were always hungry for battle. [Diamant] I do think a strong military is important, but only if it serves the common citizens. [Byleth] I agree. Wars offer little to gain and much to lose. You'll make an excellent king, Diamant. === Byleth & Etie === --- C --- [Etie] Sorry, can we chat later? I've really gotta focus on my muscle training right now. [Byleth] Didn't I see you doing that earlier today? Your zeal reminds me of my students. --- B --- [Byleth] I've said it before, but your and Alfred's mania for training reminds me of my students. [Etie] They got to spar with you, I bet. Talk about a prime teaching opportunity! --- A --- [Byleth] Are you having dinner...again? But didn't everyone just eat together? [Etie] You have to eat right along with your exercise or you'll lose muscle mass. [Etie] If anything happened to my abs after I spent so long on them, I'd probably cry. [Byleth] That makes sense. It's very thorough of you. === Byleth & Fogado === --- C --- [Fogado] You're a hard one to pin down aren't you, Byleth. A bit of a mystery, you might say. [Byleth] So I've been told. Though I can't say that I find myself to be anything but quite normal. --- B --- [Fogado] Tell me more about yourself, Byleth. I want to get to know you─the real you. [Byleth] I thought we were close already. But tell me what you'd like to know. I have nothing to hide. --- A --- [Fogado] I think I finally get you, Byleth. You're a free-spirited sort, is all. [Byleth] This may be the first time I've ever been called that. What makes you say so? [Fogado] You're not beholden to others, and you treat everyone as equals. I like that about you. [Byleth] Ah, I think I understand. As it happens, I like those very same things about you, Fogado. === Byleth & Framme === --- C --- [Framme] Professor! I'm so excited you're here and on our side. I've been dying to shake your hand! [Byleth] I would very much like to, but a friendly wave will have to do. --- B --- [Framme] Aw, Professor, I did it again! I was trying to help out, I swear, but I messed everything up. [Byleth] It's all right. Turn your failures into learning experiences and they won't be failures at all. --- A --- [Framme] You're so nice, Professor. I bet your students loved having a teacher like you. [Byleth] I enjoyed being a teacher. But it's fair to say my students taught me many things as well. [Byleth] Just like you, Framme. You've taught me a lot and for that, I'm very grateful. [Framme] Aww, you're making me blush. I feel like I should be the one thanking you. === Byleth & Goldmary === --- C --- [Goldmary] You haven't complimented me once today, Byleth. There's no need to hold back, you know. [Byleth] I'll keep that in mind. Thanks? --- B --- [Byleth] That was quite a dramatic sigh. What's wrong? [Goldmary] Merely lamenting that my talent is impossible for most to fathom. The curse of greatness. --- A --- [Goldmary] My village is famous for its hot springs. [Byleth] That sounds great. We had a sauna back at the academy. We used to relax in it after training. [Goldmary] Sharing a sauna with your students? Were you not worried about being too familiar with them? [Byleth] Oh, no─I was pretty informal with my students, but I always kept a respectful distance too. === Byleth & Hortensia === --- C --- [Hortensia] I don't get it, Professor. I abused your power. How can you pretend like that never happened? [Byleth] I'm not pretending. I just don't see any reason to chastise someone who already feels remorse. --- B --- [Hortensia] I hate that I fought against everyone here. But the worst thought is...what if I had won? [Byleth] There's no use worrying about what could have been. It's in the past now. Look to the future. --- A --- [Hortensia] You know, Professor, you're nothing like any teacher I've ever had. [Byleth] I used to get that all the time. Probably because I started teaching at such a young age. [Hortensia] That's not what I mean. I think it's because we're close friends. I feel...seen. Listened to. [Byleth] Good, because you are. I'm happy to listen to you anytime you like, Hortensia. === Byleth & Ivy === --- C --- [Byleth] Has something happened, Ivy? You seem a little out of sorts. [Ivy] I was thinking of my father, that's all. --- B --- [Ivy] However much thought I give my father now, no good can possibly come of it. [Byleth] I disagree. It can help you come to terms with the loss. And you will always have his memory. --- A --- [Ivy] You've lost your father as well, have you not? [Byleth] Yes...and it wasn't until after he was gone that I realized how irreplaceable he was to me. [Byleth] But that realization made me appreciate others in my life─to cherish them while I have them. [Ivy] I respect that. I only hope I can muster the same strength to overcome and move on. === Byleth & Jade === --- C --- [Jade] I'm not one to talk, but I've noticed that you often wear the same expression─even in battle. [Byleth] I've been told people have a hard time reading my emotions. I'm not sure how I feel about that. --- B --- [Byleth] Are you OK, Jade? You look a bit weary. Let me know if you need to rest for a while. [Jade] Thanks, but I'm fine. Just worked a bit late last night. Surprised you could read that on my face. --- A --- [Jade] By the way, I write novels. I know it's an odd hobby for someone like me. [Byleth] I don't think it's odd at all. I know there's a complex person under all that armor. [Byleth] But I am curious to know what kinds of stories you write. May I read some of them? [Jade] Of course, Professor. Heh, I saw you smile. We'll see if I can get a full laugh out of you next. === Byleth & Jean === --- C --- [Byleth] You seem to be in a good mood, Jean. [Jean] Yeah! A soldier I'd been treating for some time finally recovered. I was so worried about him. --- B --- [Jean] Professor, could you teach me how to fight? I'd like to be more useful, even if just a little bit. [Byleth] If that's what you want, then sure, I'll give you lessons. We'll start with self-defense. --- A --- [Jean] What do you think, Professor? Am I a good enough fighter yet? [Byleth] It's good that you want to do your part, but you should look after yourself first. [Jean] I know that. I really do...but I see all that's happening, and I can't help myself. [Byleth] You know... Follow your instincts, Jean. I'll watch out for you. === Byleth & Kagetsu === --- C --- [Kagetsu] Byleth! Why did you abandon mercenary life for teaching? Did you not enjoy your freedom? [Byleth] Of course. But I wouldn't have met my students if I'd remained a mercenary. I have no regrets. --- B --- [Kagetsu] I am happy to say that our bond of friendship has become intensely strong, Byleth. [Byleth] I'm glad we're friends, but that's a rather intense choice of words, don't you think? --- A --- [Kagetsu] I will tell you my secret. As one with whom I share such close bonds, you deserve to know. [Byleth] You're being unexpectedly serious. What is it? [Kagetsu] I have inherited powers of foresight from my mother. I can tell you exactly what is for dinner! [Byleth] I guess I can see how that would be useful, but doesn't it ruin the surprise? === Byleth & Lapis === --- C --- [Byleth] You eat your meals with such enthusiasm, Lapis. Tell me, do you have a favorite food? [Lapis] Let's see... I've always been a big fan of taters. They're nutritious and filling. --- B --- [Lapis] In Brodia, if you've got what it takes, even a country bumpkin can end up as a royal retainer. [Byleth] So many people feel burdened by their origins. It's good that Brodia offers equal opportunities. --- A --- [Lapis] Thanks for always lending an ear, Professor. I guess those rumors about you are true. [Byleth] Rumors? What rumors? [Lapis] That you're a really good listener! Talking to you always makes people feel better. [Byleth] It does? Really? That would explain why people keep confiding in me... === Byleth & Lindon === --- C --- [Lindon] I'm a scholar but not a professor. You have more experience in matters of mentorship. [Byleth] I think you could be a good professor. I started as a mercenary, and I managed it somehow. --- B --- [Lindon] Indulge me, Professor... I'm researching novel uses for magic, but I've been coming up short. [Byleth] How about magic to create blessed jelly? Let me see if I can remember the recipe... --- A --- [Byleth] We get more reluctant to try things as we grow older. That's what impresses me about you. [Lindon] Well, one never knows until one tries. [Byleth] You're not scared that you might fail? [Lindon] Haha! What is failure, really? Discovering which methods don't work is a success in itself. === Byleth & Louis === --- C --- [Byleth] Sorry for making you wait on me, Louis, but you are pretty helpful. [Louis] There's no need to apologize. Waiting on people is what I do best. --- B --- [Byleth] What's this? A sachet of black tea? It smells nice. [Louis] I had it specifically made for you. You can at least enjoy the scent, if not the taste. --- A --- [Louis] I saw you watching our chef with no small fascination. Are you a cook yourself? [Byleth] Yes. I used to like cooking quite a bit. [Louis] Hmm. A professor who cooks, eh? Now that's an intriguing prospect. [Byleth] Are you OK, Louis? Did we lose you? === Byleth & Alear === --- C --- [Byleth] The fighting won't let up anytime soon. If it gets too much for you, you can lean on me. [Alear] Thank you. I should count myself lucky to have so many friends looking out for me. --- B --- [Alear] Oh, Professor! Sorry, I know I'm not one of your students. I just wanted to see how it felt. [Byleth] I don't mind. It's what most everyone called me, after all. --- A --- [Alear] Before you were a professor, you were a... mercenary? What do mercenaries do? [Byleth] They're fighting forces for hire. We went to war for nations without belonging to them. [Byleth] So our allies in one battle might be our enemies in the next. [Alear] Though with enough motive, that could happen anyway... Thanks for the lesson, Professor. === Byleth & Mauvier === --- C --- [Byleth] You want to speak about Veyle? OK. But why with me? [Mauvier] The word is that you are a good listener. Especially when someone is troubled. --- B --- [Mauvier] Professor. How do you relax? I force myself to sit for nearly two minutes, but it does not help. [Byleth] You can't force yourself to relax. But know that your friends worry if you overwork yourself. --- A --- [Mauvier] Lady Veyle told me to "get a hobby." [Byleth] That's a good idea. Having a hobby helps you relax. [Mauvier] With no room in life for pleasures until now, it is a difficult task to choose one for myself. [Byleth] Perhaps Veyle could help you in your search. She will enjoy it too. === Byleth & Merrin === --- C --- [Merrin] Your moves are very cool, Professor. Of course, my moves are nothing to scoff at either. [Byleth] Ah, is that so? I'll be sure to take a closer look next time I have a chance. --- B --- [Merrin] I want to be a great knight. You taught at the Officers Academy─tell me, what's your advice? [Byleth] What I can tell you is this... All the knights I've known were steadfast to their very core. --- A --- [Byleth] You seem to be enjoying that book, Merrin. What is it about? [Merrin] It's an encyclopedia of rare critters. I absolutely adore learning about them. [Byleth] You know, I once pulled a legendary fish called the goddess messenger from a shimmering lake. [Merrin] Legendary fish?! Goddess messenger?! That sounds amazing! I must hear the whole story! === Byleth & Timerra === --- C --- [Timerra] I made up a song for you, Byleth. Here goes... ♪Byleth is the best! I'm so happy we met!♪ [Byleth] That is a very...distinctive...melody. --- B --- [Timerra] Choir was a thing at your school, right? Because I've got this new song I'd love to run by you. [Byleth] Oh, uh, I am far from an expert on music, I assure you. --- A --- [Timerra] If you could do anything, what would it be? And don't say, "fight for peace." Be creative. [Byleth] Hmm, I've never really thought about it. [Byleth] But now that I am... I think I'd very much enjoy traveling about with you, Timerra. [Timerra] Aw, Byleth. What a sweet thing to say! I'd love to take you to see all my favorite places. === Byleth & Pandreo === --- C --- [Pandreo] You once lived in a monastery, right? What would you say to having a prayer together? [Byleth] I'm unfamiliar with the manner in which you worship here, but I'm willing to give it a try. --- B --- [Pandreo] I love to dance, but when I do, my friends call it the Dance of Darkness and...not in a nice way. [Byleth] Ah, well, I do have some dance experience. I'd be happy to give you some lessons if you'd like. --- A --- [Pandreo] Folks turn to the church when they're troubled. But sometimes, I don't know how to help them. [Byleth] Hmm, I see. Pandreo, sometimes just listening to a person is the help they truly need. [Pandreo] That's really wise, Professor. Would it be OK if I talked to you about my troubles sometimes? [Byleth] Of course. Talk to me anytime. And I hope I can turn to you for advice as well, Pandreo. === Byleth & Panette === --- C --- [Byleth] I found a wooden sword. Is it yours, Panette? [Panette] I think not! Someone as dignified as myself would never wield such a crude weapon. --- B --- [Panette] Now then, Byleth. Today we will once more set about eradicating those vile bandits. [Byleth] Happy to help, Panette. I find your enthusiasm for the work quite infectious. --- A --- [Panette] Tell me, Byleth, how do you know a true lady when you see one? [Byleth] Well, I believe that a "lady" is someone who glows from within. [Panette] What a curious thing to say. How would one go about "glowing from within" do you think? [Byleth] Inner beauty always finds its way to the surface. I dare say, Panette, you are a perfect example. === Byleth & Rosado === --- C --- [Rosado] I wish you'd taught at the academy in Elusia. Class with you would be fun, Professor. [Byleth] I mostly told a lot of stories. No reason I can't tell those to you here, if you're interested. --- B --- [Byleth] Are you OK, Rosado? You're staring at me. [Rosado] I've been waiting for your expression to change. Even once. You're incredibly stoic, you know! --- A --- [Byleth] That's quite a bit of shopping you've done. Did you buy everything they had? [Rosado] Nearly. There were too many cute outfits and accessories. I can't be expected to resist. [Rosado] If I hadn't bought them all now, I would've had to go back for them later. Why take two trips? [Byleth] Of course. Very efficient. === Byleth & Saphir === --- C --- [Saphir] So, we've got a good haul of fish to work with. Should we grill? Fry? Stew? What do you think? [Byleth] How about we make super-spicy fish dango? My students loved it. Could be to your liking. --- B --- [Saphir] Going from mercenary to professor must've been tough. Ever worry about getting too soft? [Byleth] Actually, having students look up to you is quite motivating. Made me train even harder. --- A --- [Saphir] Royal knight was the dream, but after the war, I'll need to find a new way to grow my strength. [Byleth] You'd throw away your dream like that? Why? [Saphir] If I stick around for peacetime, I'll get rusty. Won't be any good to my king then, will I? [Byleth] Always looking one step ahead. You're a warrior through and through, Saphir. I respect that. === Byleth & Seadall === --- C --- [Byleth] Seadall, what are you doing here? The war council is about to begin. [Seadall] The stars insist my destiny is to remain on this spot all day. I'll catch up on council news later. --- B --- [Seadall] Why among all that I eat...must savory food hold such sway? It throws off my dance steps! [Byleth] I think the solution lies in being swayed, and working that into those dance steps of yours. --- A --- [Seadall] You're in excellent shape, Byleth. You'd look good dressed in dancing attire like mine. [Byleth] As it happens, I've taught classes in a similar outfit. [Seadall] Really? That's fantastic. What did the students think? They must have been very impressed. [Byleth] Yes, the reaction was quite positive. Or at least...I thought so? === Byleth & Alcryst === --- C --- [Byleth] You handled that last battle well, Alcryst. [Alcryst] Are you saying that I'm not challenging myself enough? I'll work much harder next time. --- B --- [Byleth] You seem worried about something, Alcryst. If you'd like to talk about it, I'm here to listen. [Alcryst] I'm writing a letter of self-introduction...but I'm running out of ways to say "worthless burden." --- A --- [Alcryst] When I pass on, I'll be an obscure footnote in history with no accomplishments to my name... [Byleth] Many people do pass on without making their mark, but I doubt that will be your case. [Alcryst] You really think I'll achieve something? My skills are so lacking... What good could I possibly do? [Byleth] My students taught me that everyone finds their own path. I know you'll find yours too, Alcryst. === Byleth & Amber === --- C --- [Byleth] Hello, Amber. I heard you coming. You're an easy man to track. [Amber] Aw, thanks! It's great to know that I stand out in a crowd...even when I'm not doing anything. --- B --- [Amber] You were a professor at the Officers Academy, right? Can you teach me how to win any battle? [Byleth] That's hard to summarize, but...it requires both heightened skill and broadened collaboration. --- A --- [Amber] Your sword is so cool, Professor. It turns into a whip, right? Can I see how it works? [Byleth] I don't see why not. Stand back. Hyah! How was that? [Amber] Whoa! I take it back. That sword isn't cool─it's SUPER cool! Can you make it do a loop? [Byleth] Hya! That was a pretty good loop. I think I'm enjoying this! Any more requests? === Byleth & Vander === --- C --- [Byleth] You always seem so busy, Vander. [Vander] There is much to do. And I find it easiest on the mind to dispense with all my tasks at once. --- B --- [Byleth] Vander, can I help you with anything? [Vander] Nay, leave the random chores to this old man. You have young soldiers to teach, Professor. --- A --- [Byleth] You work too hard, Vander. Can't you delegate some of your duties? [Vander] I've performed my day's work since I was a lad. It's not at all a burden worth delegating. [Vander] Still, I do appreciate your concern, nevertheless. [Byleth] I see. Well, please don't overextend yourself. We need you on the battlefield, not in the infirmary. === Byleth & Veyle === --- C --- [Veyle] Now that I'm here with everyone, I just feel so happy. Though, I probably shouldn't let myself. [Byleth] You should let yourself. You're our ally now, Veyle. You have every right to your happiness. --- B --- [Byleth] You look like you're keeping very busy, Veyle. What are you doing? [Veyle] I want to make myself as useful as I can, so I've been doing little errands for everyone. --- A --- [Veyle] I love spicy food. Did you have any especially spicy dishes in your world, Professor? [Byleth] Oh yes. Super-spicy fish dango was a dish known for scorching your entire mouth. [Veyle] That sounds super yummy! I hope you'll teach me how to make it sometime. [Byleth] I'd be glad to. It will take all our fortitude, but we shall face this fiery feast together. === Byleth & Yunaka === --- C --- [Yunaka] Geez, you're mysterious, Professor. Not even my sharp eyes can get a read on you. [Byleth] My father used to say the same. --- B --- [Yunaka] So you went from mercenary to professor? That's a huge career change! [Byleth] It's not the most dramatic leap I've seen. A colleague of mine was once a songstress. --- A --- [Yunaka] This academy of yours sounds pretty neat. What'd you teach your students? [Byleth] Most of the lessons at the Officers Academy centered around strategy and martial skills. [Byleth] It wasn't all about classes, though. There were lots of other activities─choir, fishing, cooking... [Yunaka] That sounds amazing! I'd love a school like that. Sign me up! How do I apply? === Byleth & Zelkov === --- C --- [Zelkov] Odd of you to want to speak to me, Professor. I'm afraid I am *preoccupied* at the moment. [Byleth] Of course. I'm sorry to disturb you. --- B --- [Zelkov] Battle provides an intense feeling of *purpose.* When it is over, I often feel lost. [Byleth] It's OK to wander aimlessly sometimes. You never know what opportunities might find you. --- A --- [Zelkov] You are a popular teacher. I *presume* you are skilled at communicating with children. [Byleth] I never thought much about being popular with my students. I just tried to understand them. [Zelkov] *Understand* them. Yes, of course. Such a simple idea. I will keep it in mind. Thank you. [Byleth] Remember that even teachers, for all their good intentions, can be intimidating.