You've managed to take the title champion from him. Of course you did. You've always been a just person, wanting to help those beneath you. And, even then, even after he laments his hatred geared towards you, you still outstretch your generous hand to him. It was for you, it has always been for you. To get stronger, to show you that he can be viewed as your equal. That he is worthy enough stand beside you. Kieran took leave from Blueberry Academy, going back to his hometown, Kitakami. Those old legends he's read, the obsession you fuel; it's enough to keep him going. He stumbles upon a way to get stronger--stronger than you ever were. You received an invitation to Kitakami. It was from Kieran, just in time for the festival of masks. He wants to make amends. The letter was no more than a lie to get you here. Up on the mountain, just above the festival, he glares down at you. An odd, large purple chain laced around his neck. It's clear to you now that making amends was the last thing he wants.