Paulie shook Jenso's hand off, but couldn't bring himself to really do anything. He looked down at Gol-Ira and clenched his teeth. "I know now that my village is gone, with no hope of survival. But with my meteor once again within power, I can work to restore balance to the north. I thank you Jenso.. And I apologize for the turmoil I brought upon your people, Paulie."

	"That's fine," Paulie said immediately, loosening his composure. His eyes began to well up with tears and his knees buckled from the sudden onset of sadness. "I've spent too many years... Being angry over this... Monster."

	"I am no monster, whelp," Gol-Ira chimed in. "I am one of the few who see truth in their actions. I move only to evolve. You village was a worthless speck, and I took great pleasure in eradicating its-"