Francis and Joan were friends before she fought for him. When she told Francis she was going to fight, he begged her not to, hugging her tightly. With a tear rolling down his cheek, he pleaded:

"Joan... please. You're my best friend, I need you."

Joan herself shed a tear as well, hugging Francis tightly.

"I'm sorry Francis. But you're my best friend, therefor, I will do everything I can to protect you."