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Byleth, Mercedes enter the scene
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Why, Professor! I was wondering where you ran off to.
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I searched the entire floor but couldn't find you anywhere.
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Tired, are we? I can tell by that look on your face. It must be exhausting being so popular, huh?
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I'm exhausted...
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I can imagine. Shall we take a break here, then?
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Say, Professor. Have you heard the legend of the Goddess Tower?
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They say that if two people exchange a vow here, the goddess herself will fulfill it.
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Well, that simply won't do. You'll fall behind if you can't keep up with your students!
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Ah, so even you have heard that one. The stories must travel far.
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Many young couples come here in private, all thanks to that legend.
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They make promises to stay together forever. Things like that.
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I actually saw a man invite a lady to join him at the tower while on my way here.
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It's rather romantic, don't you think?
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Indeed.
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Really? You're a strange one, Professor.
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Though, just because two people share a promise, that doesn't guarantee they'll be together forever.
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You've noticed many nobles at the academy, right? They very rarely have the freedom to choose their own partners.
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Yet still they wish to stay together. Maybe that's why they pray to the goddess.
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Are you waiting on anyone, Professor?
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What a relief. I was afraid that I was keeping you.
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Oh my. Even though we didn't make plans to meet? You're a charmer, aren't you?
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Ah! I almost forgot why I came looking for you!
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I was wondering if you'd like to dance with me.
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It's just so loud in the reception hall though. I think I'd rather stay here with you...
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If that's all right with you, Professor.
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Thank you. I appreciate it.