This was Cynthia's time. In this kingdom's time of need, Cynthia of all possible people was summoned here to grant them salvation. This was her dream. She was here to deliver justice, be adored by the people of Askr as their harbinger of, um, justice. These Emblian soldiers were already no match for her for the most part. All she needed to do was practice her…

"Victory pose number 7! Hiya!"

Cynthia spread her feet apart and clenched her fists before punching the air in front of her with her right fist, and then doing an uppercut. She held her resulting pose for five seconds.

Someone began applauding behind her.

"Bravo! Excellent! Spectacular!" Cynthia turns around to see L'Arachel seated on a flat rock, clapping enthusiastically. "My, you give off such a refreshing air! And what vigor you express with your movements! Oh! I hope I'm not interrupting you."

Cynthia blinked. "Uh, actually-"

"Good! Pray tell, how revered are you and your heroic endeavors in your world, madame?"

Cynthia scratched her head and turned red from all the praise. "Oh, Princess L'Arachel. Um, I'm, um… My work is recognized and appreciated in my world… but…" She trailed off.

L'Arachel huffed. "Chin up, lass. No need to feel modest with me. I much prefer the confidence you exuded just a moment ago." Her voice was very melodic, like a lyre, but still carried the pride of a bass drum.

"O-oh. Um, then, yes! Back in my homeland, I was known as 'Wings of Justice'. During the day I battled brigands, monsters, and evildoers, protecting the commoners. During the night, I, uh, battled brigands, monsters, and evildoers, protecting the commoners… Wait-"

L'Arachel ignored the repeated phrase. "How delightful. I can see you value the safety of the greater good and protect it simply because you have the power to. Cynthia, we are two of a kind, you and I. I am sure you have already heard about my adventures from Ephraim and Eirika, correct?"

Cynthia frowned. Honestly, she didn't know a single thing about L'Arachel other than her energetic theatrics and obsession with helping others. Still, she didn't want to make her upset. "Of course! You're quite amazing yourself, Princess L'Arachel. Ephraim and Eirika speak very highly of you." She lied.

The Princess of Rausten didn't notice. Her enthusiasm and pleasant personality was certainly contagious. "Why, of course! May I ask what they said about me, specifically?"

Cynthia faltered for a moment. "Oh, u-um. Well, they just talked to me about, how nice and friendly you are! And, uh, how much of a help you are to them on the battlefield!"

"Anything specific?"

"Uh. I haven't spoken to those two that much."

Nevertheless, L'Arachel wasn't discouraged. "Splendid. Well, who else to learn about my feats of greatness than the woman herself?"

Cynthia looked around. They were right outside the castle walls, and it doesn't seem like anyone would find them here. "Um, right now?"

"Absolutely! You should take a rest. A lady should work hard, but never overwork. You seem like somebody who deserves the rest." She smiled sweetly, and Cynthia decided then that she couldn't refuse her.

"Um, alright." Cynthia sauntered over to take a seat on the grass in front of her.

L'Arachel seemed pleased with herself. "Now, then. Before I begin, you must promise me one thing."

"Okay, sure."

"You must tell me about yourself as well, Cynthia. Our time here may not be long, but nevertheless I hope we can become friends."

Cynthia frowned again. L'Arachel looked so sincere, and her voice was like an angel! The setting sun behind her only served to make her more radiant than any of the legendary heroes that Cynthia knew about before being summoned here! And she just offered to become friends!

Cynthia couldn't do this anymore. "Sorry, L'Arachel."

"Hmm? What is the matter?"

"I've been lying to you this entire time. I actually don't know anything about you, and nobody calls me 'Wings of Justice'. I lied."

L'Arachel stared at the ashamed pig-tailed girl in front of her pensively. While it was true that lying was truly unladylike and should not so easily be forgiven, the girl meant well. L'Arachel was older than her, so it was only right that L'Arachel talk to her truthfully and earnestly. Of course…

"I forgive you. And keep your head up! It is unbecoming of a hero such as yourself to look so modest."

Cynthia raised an eyebrow. "But I just said-"

"I have spoken to Lucina, you know. Even if your individual feats aren't recognized, your bravery and your convictions towards justice is undeniable. What I said before has not changed in truthfulness."

"The part where I deserve a rest?"

"What? No! I mean, yes. But that's not what I was talking about."

Cynthia tilted her head. "So what did you mean?"

"That you and I are two of a kind. Fighting for justice without concern for any reward or compensation. Though you lied to me about being famous, that can easily be forgiven. To be honest, I too wished to be famous for my heroism."

Cynthia tilted her head the other direction like a puppy. "Aren't you the Princess of your country?"

L'Arachel shrugged. "Yes, which is probably why I got over it. Anyway, my point is that you truly are a hero. Therefore, I forgive you for lying to me. You're young, and you meant well. Just promise you won't do it again."

"But-"

"Hush, madame! Do you refuse my forgiveness?"

"Erm, no."

L'Arachel stood up suddenly. "Well, then. It is getting a bit late. I suppose I shall go to the baths now. Care to join me?"

"Oh, um, sure!" Cynthia followed the ever-gracious L'Arachel as she pranced into the castle walls. The Princess of Rausten was right. Even though they probably wouldn't be in this world for long before they went home, they could still be friends before then.

The first chapter of what is hopefully going to be a long series of short one-shots between two characters in the Fire Emblem series. This means literally anyone, good, bad, Thracia, Tellius, grandma, uncle, cousin. I could write about any pair (or even group) of characters. It's been over 25 years, and it's taken this long for an in-universe crossover like Fire Emblem Heroes to occur.

Sacred Stones will always be my favorite in the series. Don't be surprised if there's an alarming number of characters from Magvel.

I may update this once every week or two.