A blank slate? Regis squares his jaw and grits his teeth as this mild-mannered cleric effectively pardons Ardyn's crimes without hesitation. It is obscene, offensive in every sense of the word. He stares at Charlie in utter frustration, his expression becoming increasingly frigid as time passes.

"There is no such thing as a 'blank slate' when the fate of an entire world hangs at the balance because of one man." Regis responds with enough rage to make his point clear. "Just because the lives of Eos matter nothing to those who hail beyond the Stars, does not mean I will simply abandon them for the sake of some arbitrary peace."

If Charlie isn't a fool, why does he speak as one? Doesn't he realize what kind of evil was just brought into this world? Perhaps not, but Regis will make it abundantly clear that he will not forgive a villain like Ardyn. No, far too many people have died as a result of that conniving bastard, and many more may perish if Ardyn is not brought to justice.

"You preach about community and yet turn a blind eye to injustices I, and my esteemed colleagues, have witnessed by that man's hands." He rests his gaze briefly on Ardyn, not the least bit amused by his lackadaisical response.

"Mark my words, Izunia, there will be no peace until Eos is free of your taint."