The mermaid supposes she'll be braver next time there's some unknowable creature around.

She accepts the lucky charm even though it pricks her, and suddenly becomes twice as brave.
She thanks Anchor, and also apologizes again.


Meanwhile, Zophiel sighs in relief.
"They've gotten past the important parts; all that's left was mostly lifted from the ritual they've practiced. For all intents and purposes, it's over." The priestesses are still doing things, and it might be interesting to watch, just for fun, but it's over.