Igor opened his eyes, the yellow pupils focusing not on the Gulai Kambing but on Agung himself. The choice of words, "the Fool," was deeply significant within the context of the Persona Universe—it was the foundational Arcana of the protagonists, representing infinite potential and the start of a perilous journey.
He picked up the ornate silver spoon and took a small, careful taste of the mutton curry. His expression remained neutral, but a faint flicker of approval crossed his unnaturally long face.
"Exquisite," Igor acknowledged with a low, appreciative hum. "The submission of the mutton is complete; the strong spices have blended, not vanished. An excellent analogy for the integration of the Shadow."
He set the spoon down, the final, crucial test now laid before the chef.
"You have chosen to exert your will, Agung Wibowo. You have risked cosmic sanction to inject hope into the fate of the Fool (Naruto), and you have provided clarity to the tragic Hierophant (Mami). You refuse to be a mere observer."
Igor steepled his long fingers beneath his chin, his voice dropping to its most compelling, philosophical tone.
"You are currently fulfilling the function of a Servant—a necessary, dutiful assistant to the Djin's cosmic game. However, your actions suggest a higher potential, a desire to truly influence the journey, not just feed the travelers."
He leaned across the table, his presence suddenly immense despite his frail appearance.
"You have a choice, Agung-san. Do you remain the proficient, compassionate Servant—a supportive figure who cleans the kitchen and offers wisdom? Or do you embrace the chaos and potential required of a true protagonist, the one who risks everything to change his own destiny and the destinies of those he meets?"
Igor's smile widened, revealing a challenge.
"Will you accept your current Arcana as the dedicated Servant, or will you accept the responsibility of the potential-laden Fool?"