Exeuntes, a Story Based on Final Fantasy XV

Chapter XIV: Baffling, Part I

An Introductory Note:

Hey'o readers! This is the first part of this chapter which also happens to be the first chapter for this month. The second (and last) part of this chapter will be published next week, stay tuned!

Song for this chapter:

23. 'O sole mio by Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giancarlo Chiaramello

Pictured:

Altissia, Kingdom of Accordo

September 23rd, 2020 - This chapter (both parts) is probably the most edited plot-wise. I realized that there are a lot of plot holes and unexplained incidents between this chapter and the ones that succeed it. I hope the edits have made the story easier to follow. 

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The metal room is dimly lit, just like every other room on the floor he's on. Jordan wakes up with a jolt, surprised at the unfamiliarity of his surroundings.

Where the hell am I?

"I'm glad to see that you've finally decided to wake up," an eccentric voice whispers, as if its owner were right beside him.

He turns to the left and right in quick succession, only to find no one around him. "Wh- wh- who are you?"

A middle-aged man with strong facial features enters the room. Taking off his black fedora, he turns toward him, "A man of no consequence."

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"Any news?"

Vincent shakes his head, "We haven't heard anything..."

"I'm sure he's around here somewhere..." Rhea says, giving Nathan's shoulder a comforting squeeze.

Nathan sighs. It had been nearly nine hours since he issued his orders to Domani. King Regis, Queen Mother Camelia and Nyx had all come to the Leville together. The Queen Mother had informed him that her daughter was busy getting ready to attend a dinner with Prime Minister Giovanna so she wasn't able to come with them. When the gondola had come to take them away an hour ago, Nyx opted to stay. He still doesn't know the full story, but Nathan appreciates his support nonetheless.

"I don't mean to be rude or anything, but it's going to be three o'clock in a bit. Wouldn't it be a good idea if we all got some sleep?" Nyx asks, giving Domani a pointed look for support.

The other man nods, "I think Mister Ulric is right. There's not much use staying up at this point. It's been about an hour since we last received news."

"Yeah... s- sorry Nathan, but I'm getting a little tired waiting around," Rhea admits.

Vincent walks over to Nathan, "Yeah, me too."

"Alright then... you guys can all go to sleep," he replies, his voice barely above a whisper.

Domani bows, "Thank you, Your Excellency." He leaves the living room quietly, making sure that his steps aren't too disruptive.

"Good night, Nathan," Rhea says. She yawns as she makes her way to her room, shutting the door as soon as she's inside.

Not soon after, Vincent leaves to go to his room as well, bidding Nathan and Nyx good night.

"This is a pretty big suite you got," Nyx remarks.

Nathan turns around, "Uh... yeah I guess."

Nyx takes a seat beside him on the sofa, "Listen, Nathaniel. H-"