"Our family has existed for thousands of years. The Everlasting Family was once a noble house of the previous kingdom. When that kingdom fell, our ancestors rose from its ruins and founded what is now known as the Everlasting Kingdom. It was during that time that they uncovered the secrets left behind by the former rulers."
Souta listened in silence, allowing the Crown Prince to continue without interruption.
"Beneath the Land of Fire Light lie things unknown. From the moment our family took control, we were entrusted with the duty of guarding what slumbers below and protecting the land from disaster. However, not long ago, a great disturbance occurred underground. My father was gravely injured, and there is no known way to heal him. According to the scriptures left by the previous rulers, whatever lies beneath has existed for countless years."
So this was likely the true objective of the quest. Souta could already piece it together, but he needed to hear everything.
