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Avatar: Hello, Ryoma. I have a favor to ask of you.

Ryoma: Certainly. How can I help?

Avatar: Well, I don't have many memories from before I was taken to Nohr. I was just wondering if you had any that you wouldn't mind sharing with me...

Ryoma: Hmm. Yes, I suppose I do. They're not all happy, I'm afraid.

Avatar: That's OK. I just feel as though there's a...void...in my mind. I'd like to hear a little bit about what it was like growing up in Hoshido. And stories about the whole family... Hinoka, Takumi, Azura, and Sakura.

Ryoma: Very well. I anticipated this day would come, actually. And I have something for you.

Avatar: Oh? What is it?

Ryoma: I think I'll hang on to it for a little while longer. It will hold more meaning if I give it to you later.

Avatar: All right. I suppose I can be patient.

Ryoma: I'm glad to hear it. Because our conversation will also have to wait, I'm afraid. I have something I must attend to shortly.

Avatar: I understand. Thank you, Ryoma. Let's chat again soon.

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Avatar: Good day, Ryoma. Would now be a good time to chat?

Ryoma: Ah, Avatar. Yes, I suppose I have some time right now. But where to begin? Hmm... Ah! Perhaps I could start with the siblings. Like little Hinoka...the crybaby.

Avatar: Hinoka...a crybaby? I can't see it.

Ryoma: Yes, well, she has matured tremendously. Now she's an excellent model soldier. Takumi, on the other hand...has not reached the same level of maturity.

Avatar: But Takumi seems so strong and self-assured.

Ryoma: Perhaps, but remember that very hard substances are often brittle. Takumi's emotions are fragile. He needs to work on his mental fortitude. That said, I believe in him. I think he has a promising future ahead.

Avatar: I see.

Ryoma: As for Azura, she's always been a bit distant. Even as a child. She's kind and wise, but I wish she knew how to open up a little bit.

Avatar: It's fascinating to hear your perspective like this. Please, continue!

Ryoma: Certainly. Let's see, where was I... Ah, Sakura. She's a gentle soul. Always worrying about others. My hope for her is that she can learn to be a bit more selfish. It would serve her well.

Avatar: Thank you, Ryoma. I really appreciate your insights. I think it's wonderful that you've spent so much time thinking about your family.

Ryoma: Well, as the eldest, I suppose I feel a certain responsibility. And, of course, I spend a great deal of time in self-reflection. I'm not without my faults.

Avatar: Well, you're human. Nobody's perfect. But you are a wise and caring older brother, Ryoma. Everyone looks up to you.

Ryoma: Thank you, Avatar. That means a lot coming from you.

Avatar: I just wish I knew more about my own background.

Ryoma: Yes. Your story is a troubling one. I hope that I can help you put a few of the pieces together. But I'm afraid even I don't know nearly the whole of it.

Avatar: Thank you, Ryoma. I really appreciate it.

Ryoma: Anytime, Avatar.

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Ryoma: Hello, Avatar. I've noticed that you seem a bit down lately. Is anything the matter?

Avatar: Hmm? No, I'm fine. Why do you ask?

Ryoma: Are you sure? You can confide in me. You seemed a bit...forlorn...when we last spoke.

Avatar: Well, if I'm being totally honest... I have truly enjoyed hearing your stories about the past. But they've also made me sad. I feel like I've missed out on so much.

Ryoma: So that's what's weighing you down. It's important to remember that we can't change the past. We can only try to shape our future. So, if you don't have any memories, you just have to make new ones. And we're all here together now.

Avatar: Thank you, Ryoma. Those are wise words.

Ryoma: You're welcome. And here's something else that may cheer you up. Remember how I said I had something for you? Well, I think the time is right. This is from all of us.

Avatar: Whoa. That's quite a ring.

Ryoma: Indeed. The four of us had it made for you a long time ago. We vowed to give it to you upon our eventual reunion. And here you are, safely returned to us.

Avatar: Ryoma... I'm so glad to be a part of this family. Thank you!

Ryoma: And we are happy to have you. Our ties can only grow stronger as we move forward!

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Avatar: Hello, Ryoma! Do you have a few minutes to spare today?

Ryoma: Of course. I always have time for you. What's on your mind?

Avatar: Well, I just keep thinking about this ring. It's kind of like...my first family heirloom.

Ryoma: Er, y-yes. I suppose it is.

Avatar: Is something the matter?

Ryoma: A family heirloom? Ah...y-yes...er... No. I am sorry, Avatar. There is something I must tell you. Father...Queen Mikoto...please forgive me.

Avatar: Ryoma?

Ryoma: I owe you an apology. I have not been honest with you. Nor with the others. The truth is...I am not your brother.

Avatar: What do you mean?

Ryoma: Exactly what I said. You and I are not related by blood.

Avatar: How can this be?

Ryoma: My father, King Sumeragi, told me, and me alone, the truth of your birth. You see, many years ago, Queen Mikoto came to Hoshido, asking my father for help. With her was an infant she had given birth to in her homeland. That infant was you, Avatar. King Sumeragi knew you were not his child. But because you were the child of the woman he loved, he raised you as his own. And it was not long before obligation turned into a deep and abiding love. You meant as much to him as any of us did. I promise you.

Avatar: So...he took care of me—died protecting me—knowing I was another man's child? Then...he WAS my father. Whatever my blood. But then the question remains. Who was my birth father?

Ryoma: I don't know. King Sumeragi never shared that detail with me. I'm not certain even he knew.

Avatar: I see...

Ryoma: I am sorry I kept it secret for so long, but I felt I had to. It was what Father wanted. He'd never have wanted you to feel like he loved you any less than he did us.

Avatar: So then why are you telling me this now? What changed?

Ryoma: I fell in love with you.

Avatar: Ryoma!

Ryoma: I could not lie to myself any longer, Avatar. I want to be the one to stand by your side for the rest of your life. I could not live without you. You are the only woman I have ever loved like this.

Avatar: I-I see. Are you ready to hear my answer?

Ryoma: Yes. I am prepared.

Avatar: I admire you tremendously. You are a strong and kind man and a natural leader. You will make a great king and will rule as wisely as your father. I know it. And...I want to be with you while you do it. As your queen. As your wife. I love you too, Ryoma.

Ryoma: I am glad. You have made me so happy. My heart sings with joy.

Avatar: You are the most precious person in the world to me. Please, stay with me. Forever.

Ryoma: I will, my love. I promise it.

(Confession Scene)

Ryoma: Our past may be broken, but our future is stronger than iron. Take my hand...