Once the Knights had started their attack, Sheena had stopped hers and turned to Albel next to her to give him a knowing smile. She hadn't seen his hand reach out to her, but she knew it had been there. That he had been there, and that's where her strength and determination had come from.

Now, her smile faded as she turned back, her sword still held in readiness and guard way, way, up. Garland was on one knee, sure, but how many times had she faced a foe that seemed defeated--only to not be?

"This isn't over, guys. Remember other battles fought." Remember Palitutu--the one who raised Garland.