Jade's gaze hadn't left Tear since the moment she spoke up. It didn't even occur to him to doubt her words. Of all Heroes of Light, she was perhaps the only one he had absolute faith in.

But where did that leave them? What could make Palitutu agree to work with not only them, but with the Avatars of the Calamity? There were so many details missing he wanted to ask about and no time for Tear to elaborate. A glance at Palitutu told him she was practically gone. But with the Phoenix Down, a Life spell, and the rest of his white magic skills, maybe...

One more look back at Tear. Jade didn't have to ask why she stressed the uncertainty of the future she'd seen. The two of them knew exactly just how easily fate could be changed.

"...Very well." He gave a small nod and turned to the others. "I can't say I wholly approve, but Tear's vision changes things. This needs to be investigated and that'd be pointless with Palitutu dead."

The ones who had been calling for mercy received a sharp look. "But I want to be clear on this -- if we can't reliably contain her, or if Cid deems her too much of a threat even after we explain the situation, that'll be the end of her and we'll say no more about it. Agreed?"

He caught Chiaki's eye briefly, having not missed the pointed look she'd given him. They'd talk later.