Mikoto acknowledged Rikku's encouragement with a tiny nod before focusing on Garland again.

"I'm here to fulfil my purpose," she said clearly. "But not the one you gave me. I led them here to stop you, Garland. That is my purpose now."

She drew her dagger, though she did not suppose that it would be much effective against Garland. Still, it was a gesture of defiance. Mikoto was prepared to fight.