[ A much throatier chuckle emanates from beneath the hood. ]

Never, huh? That's an awfully long time, even for me.

[ Especially now, at the end of his long vigil, with so many lifetimes under his belt. ]

What? Did you think I was lying when I told you I was worthy? That the only reason I stuck around...was for this?

[ The Key in his hand. ]

I was the first to wield this Keyblade, and now that the role I had to play is done, it is mine to wield again.