Zeroth Directive

Archive II

With Elder Adso's fall from grace, it soon became apparent that the Saintess would become the Vine-Bead Court's sole decision-maker. It stood to reason that a single voice would speak for Kjerag from then on. The Saintess was Enciodes's sister, after all. It is certainly true that the Saintess has grown closer to Enciodes than ever, but to everyone's surprise, the Vine-Bead Court and Karlan Trade soon got into a public feud over their joint school-building venture. A Vine-Bead Court cleric wrote to the newspapers, accusing Karlan Trade of delaying construction of the new schools and prioritizing other post-war rebuilding efforts. There were even anonymous tip-offs that Karlan Trade had, without communicating with the Saintess, reduced the priority of the school construction project. Some have speculated that the Saintess actually wrote the strongly-worded letter herself under a pseudonym. At the very least, there is no doubt that she had at least tacitly approved of its publication, if not outright instructed it. As public discussion turned to the apparent discord between the two, the Silverashes' family dinner became the center of attention. On the day of the dinner, the Saintess showed no intention of leaving for Silverash Manor, until Enciodes personally drove to the Vine-Bead Court to request her attendance. No one knows what the siblings discussed over dinner that night, but the construction teams that were previously working on Karlan Trade's factories showed up to the sites of the schools the following morning. [Karlan Trade Construction Division Internal Memo] In accordance with communication with the Vine-Bead Court and the Saintess's request, this team is hereby assigned to the Kjerag Basic Education Development Project for the next 6 months. Current milestones are to complete repair work in rural regions on 11 temples designated by the Vine-Bead Court. Scope of work involves reinforcing and repainting the walls, and the provision of basic facilities and equipment necessary to operate a school. After discussing with the Saintess, Karlan Trade has agreeded to provide all necessary funding for the project. Construction is expected to begin in October. Note to all staff: Do not spread unsubstantiated rumors that the Saintess only agreed to attend dinner in exchange for expediting the school construction project. Project Director Adler

Archive III

[Health Examination Summary of Operator Pramanix] Subject: Pramanix Result: This examination included a number of extra items as Operator Pramanix already has a recent standard checkup on record. Results indicate that she is in good health, with all numbers within normal ranges. A slight improvement was noted in liver and kidney function, eyesight, reaction speed, and cardiorespiratory function. Two issues were noted in advanced Originium Arts testing and brain imaging scans: 1. Pramanix has demonstrated a slight increase in Originium Arts Assimilation compared to when she first joined Rhodes Island; 2. Brain imaging scans reveal occasional irregularities in her brainwaves, briefly exhibiting slow delta waves characteristic of a slow-wave sleep state before returning to normal, while she remains lucid throughout the process. This unusual activity calls for long-term observation. Supervisor: Warfarin One week after receiving her health checkup report, Pramanix sent it to Astgenne. It did not take long for her to receive a long reply letter, despite Astgenne's busy research schedule. The Liberi's letter filled an entire sheet with recent news about a similar case to Pramanix's: a group of field researchers who were rescued also demonstrated symptoms of amnesia and irregular brainwaves. The letter showed the care and concern of a friend, but also the unique excitement of a scientist. Pramanix chuckled as she recalled the face of the young woman who sneaked into the Vine-Bead Court. The new head handmaiden questioningly poked her head out from behind a screen. 'Is there something on your mind, Saintess? The look on your face is... different from usual...' 'It's nothing.' Pramanix closed her eyes. 'It's just...' A cool breeze blew in from the slightly ajar window on the other side. It was as though her friend was always there, the one whom she had spent so many days and nights with. She could feel her thoughts slowing down, as though drifting into a light sleep. 'I'm glad I still have all those precious memories.' The Saintess dismissed the handmaiden, and sighed again in solitude. She touched her own forehead with her middle and ring fingers. Loss was a feeling she knew well, and she was acutely aware of how fragile and fleeting memory can be. She had lost eternity... Would there come a day, then, when the people who walk the snow realm forget faith and goodness, forget the path from whence they came? Will you ever wake up again... and what can I do until then?

Archive IV

Times may be changing in Kjerag, but the work of the Saintess goes on. Pramanix spends about a third of her time in the deepest reaches of the Hall of Writings, translating scriptures that have yet to be deciphered. An elder suggested it would be understandable to take some time off, given the present circumstances, but she declined, which earned her respect even amongst the stoic ascetics of the Vine-Bead Court. She flips through the tomes like she has done countless times before, but now, her head handmaiden is no longer there to give her the correct answer. She must rely on herself. [You have awakened me together. She said as She walked out from the water. I know you (crossed out) I saw that you have come from different places, and reached here after much hardship.] I remember this passage about the first time she revealed herself to the people. Come to think of it, she appeared just as suddenly the first time we met. I should have realized she made no sound with her footsteps... [Then She demonstrated her (left blank with the comment 'meaning unknown' next to it), and fruits and grain began to grow from the soil, and the people learned sweetness and satiation for the first time.] I don't recognize this word. I'll have to discuss it with the other clerics later. Kjarr used to bring me candied fruits when I was in a bad mood. 'Eat something sweet, and you'll feel better!' She always said that. [And thus it all began. She walked amongst the people, showered miracles upon them, and reconciled their differences. The three clans began to live upon this land, and so the land came to have a name.] [She told the people: Remember that this is not eternal. When there is a name, there is a meeting, and each meeting must have a parting.] The Saintess's fingertip lingered at the end of this line... You may look muddle-headed, but your mind is clearer than anyone else's. Taking me away from the memory before the words are said... what a cunning girl... 'Saintess!' Youthful voices broke Pramanix's reverie. A group of children dressed in simple, neat matching outfits were standing outside her door. 'The students you put into the schools. They take an annual field trip to the Vine-Bead Court, and they're waiting for an audience with you.' Her new head handmaiden reminded her. Pramanix nodded and walked towards the excited children. One girl, however, stayed away from the crowd, hiding behind a tree in the distance. 'Saintess...' a boy whispered to the Saintess, 'She's really timid, and she's never left the village in her life...' Pramanix approached the girl with a smile and extended her hand. After a moment of hesitation, the girl timidly took her hand. Pramanix felt the warmth of the girl's palm, and a tinge of nostalgia. Is it you? No, but... They are the future of Kjerag... I can feel you through them, and see their kind and pristine souls, just like yours. Perhaps this is how Kjerag and I will remember you, Kjarr.

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