[ None of this is pleasant conversation. That would be what Ferdinand would appreciate the most, honestly: the chance to speak frankly with Edelgard about how best to help the people of Fodlan, without any of the unpleasantness of war or speculating on their enemies' motivations. How cruel it is of fate to steal them away from their hard-fought peace and strand them here, among versions of their former allies who regard them as enemies.

He rubs his forehead to massage away the frustration, reflecting on his memories of their comrades who originally hailed from the Kingdom. ]

I do not think it is as simple as that. I truly believe that the difference lies not with him, but with some crucial moment in our shared history. And yet, I cannot begin to fathom what moment that would be.

[ With a resigned sigh, he lowers his arms to his sides. ]

How vexing. We cannot allow the others here to be dragged into the affairs of our homeland.