[Yes. There it is. The truth, the real truth -- and his theory, confirmed. He looks down at his book, at an illustration of innocent women sent to the gallows for crimes they could never have committed.

But Shadow does get up to leave, and Terios finally drops the stake, returning to his side]

... My father did what he did because he believed in the good of humanity. In the end, the worst parts of humanity corrupted him and turned him into something just like you, Nirrti. And he died alone, hated, his legacy tarnished.

But that wasn't the end. I showed the world the truth. Just like your other self is trying to do. You will still know defeat, "Nirrti". But it won't be like you imagine.