It's not completely Noctis' fault he doesn't remember the date. Once he returns, Regis and those close to him will do their bests to spin what happened into something easier for the people to understand and accept. There will be no mention of Adagium. Ifrit, of course, is an easy target for blame since so many will have seen him, but in the end, it is the Imperials who will carry the most blame. Their presence at the Wall will not have been missed and all that happened within? Obviously, their newest attempt to bring the Wall down. Honestly, none of that is particularly untrue. Even so, it all will leave a bad taste in Regis' mouth no matter how much it must be done. Panic will gain them nothing. As a people, they must stand as strong as the Wall did.

"Clarus was the same way. He always said it was improper of me to hide behind him when my father came looking for me, but he never did stop me." The distant look that enters Regis' eyes makes it clear that Noctis is quite right about him missing his Shield, "I am glad to hear you have such strong friends at your side. As a family, our burdens are great, but made much easier when spread across many shoulders."

Regis nods then, acknowledging that repeated statement, "There really is no one who can fill that particular space. Cor, bless his soul, has said he will be my Shield while I am here, but I don't have the heart to tell him he can try all he wishes, but only Clarus will ever fill that role. I have a feeling it is the same with you, yes?"