>Where are we, anyways?
>Walk till the few trees do not obstruct your vision.
>Smack Kanjou around with Helepolis.
>Journey to the village.
>Kanjou. Why you no play dots with us? QQ.
>Realise it is evening.
>Back to the Shrine. We have an evening meeting!
>Head to the shrine; assuming there's nothing obviously wrong in the village.
>"Oh, hey there, Akyuu!"
>What do we know of this adorable scamp?
>We'll continue to respect it. Maybe when she's older...
>"Oh, good and not so good. You know how it is. What about you? Record anything interesting lately?"
>Continue toward the shrine, motion for her to follow.
>"What sorts of things?"
>"What sort of place? ...And bad things?"
>"Sure, tell me all about it. A war around here would be pretty worrisome."
>"Yeah, I do."
>Who's this Ryuzaki moujik?
> Obviously, he is simply an alias of the great detective L.
> "What kind of 'bad feeling' was that?"
> "Other sources imply that there are others besides Ryuzaki moujik and Yukari. Who are the others?"
>KANJOU PLAY DOTS WITH USSSSSSSS
>Look around for others.
>"So, what actually happened?"
>"Oh hey, Kanjou, what's with the dumb get-up?"
>"Oh...crap. That sounds really bad. When did that happen?"
>"Weird. How'd this person even get away with anything? And when did this happen, anyways? And why haven't I heard anything about it?"
>"Wait wait wait wait. Three or four months ago? What the crap were we doing sitting around here, then? ...And if it's that recent, how come nobody's every talked about it before today? And why wasn't it all over the papers? I mean, I've been getting those things religiously. What's going on here?"
>"Yeah, you just sent me off while the worst thing ever happened, then didn't say a single word about it until Akyu told me about it. This whole thing's a stupid joke, right?"
> "SAKUYAAAAA!"
> Run to her arms!
> "THEY'RE BEING MEAN TO MEEEEE!"
>Whups.
>Let go of Sakuya for now. Appearances matter.
>"Well I need some kind of ally, don't I! 'You never asked', how was I supposed to ask when you went out of your way to keep me from even knowing about it!"
>"Well...heh."
>Put an arm around her, too.
>"But seriously, why did you keep me away when things were going so bad? I mean...isn't it kind of my job to stop these things, and something I've got a pretty good record on?"
>"Hey. I took out the hell raven, remember? Why couldn't I handle this guy?"
>"Yeah. Somehow this whole big thing went down and no one ever told me about it."
>"You better hope..."
>Let them leave, then look to Sakuya. "So, what happened?"
>"What? Why?"
> Follow.
> "But ... rabbits?"
>How often do we get donations?
>How familiar are we with the Lunar Capital?>Fantasize about Yorihime's chest
>"Alright, so what happened exactly?"
>"I really can't imagine she'd just leave without a really good reason... So, what happened after that?"
>Frown. "You...let Flan go around killing people?"
>Head inside.
>"I think I'm going to be sick..."
>Grin and let her come.
>"Yeah, let's put these things in the past where they belong."
>"Yeah?"
>"I like the way you think. Do you have an idea what we should do?"
>"We could probably dream up something unexpected, I imagine."
"Two of me? Do you want to dress your self up as me or something? Flan can do 4 of a Kind trick.."
>"Come to think of it, that gives me an idea...Think Flan could make her Four of a Kind copies look like me? I bet Flan'd be all for messing with her big sis."
>"Or perhaps we can be more creative with our choice of outfits..."
>After all, how would she react to none at all?
>"Only works on...- I got it!"
>snap our fingers in realization.
>"Maybe we can get a spell from Patchy to make Flan look like me? Even if it's just an illusion, could you imagine the look on Remi's face when not one, but five of me come after her?"
>Grin. "And if it works on Flan, maybe it'll work on you? Heheh....six copies.... I can't wait to see the look on her face."
>"Wait a minute... this gives me another idea."
>Grin. This idea is a good idea.
>"How hard would it be to borrow one of Remilia's outfits?"
>"Her reaction to the sight of me wearing one will be good enough~. Though I guess I could come up with something a little more complex..."
>"Maybe I'll just wear exactly what she's wearing. To make her freak out."
>"But come to think of it...maybe there's a way for me to be a dead ringer for her with that outfit, some fake wings, and a few other things."
>"Oh?"
>Think about it.
>Evil grin.
>"I think we could go with that."
>"Oh, you mean right now? Okay."
>Do we look reasonably presentable at this point?
>Brush off a sleeve, with the pretense of making it clean.
>"Lead the way, then?"
>Follow along!
>"So, we're going to be open about things, huh?"
>"Well...I'd like to think it's more because you're proud to be with me... But I guess giving Remilia a little aneurysm is good enough."
>Follow Sakuya.
>"Hey, can I ask something personal?"
>"how did you and Remilia meet?"
>Try not to grimace.
>"Then what happened?"
>"I can imagine. Well...we'll leave that alone for now. Did you have any problems fitting in?"
>"Aggressive?"
>"That does lead me to another question, though."
>Little grin.
>"Am I really the first person who caught your eye?"
>If Sakuya answers yes, assume a light form of the :D face.
>Otherwise, keep smiling at her.
>"Really? So, you never looked at, say, Meiling or Reimu or such, and thought about it even a little bit?"
>What was Sakuya's role during Yuyuko's and Kaguya's incidents, anyways? And our own in the former.
>"There had to have been someone else, though, who caught your interest even a little. I guess not Patchouli, though, or her familiar.... unless they did? Someone from the village?"
>"That's a bit unusual, don't you think? Do you do know why you didn't really seem to have any kind of attractions like that?"
>"Well, more than just humans, it seems. But that's okay, too. It just means I got to help you warm up to others."
>"Alright, and then what?"
>"Just tell me what I need to do."
>Land in front of the gate.
>Approach the scene, but try not to be too loud about it.
>Approach the gate, but pause if we see Sakuya or Remilia. Unless Remilia sees us; then we stride in like we own the place.
Walk up to sakuya, look the maid in the eye, and then turn slightly towards remelia while grabbing the taller girl by the shoulders and kissing her deeply.
"Thats what I am doing here."
>"Come again?"
>"Really? What a coincidence? Who is it?"
>Smile.
>"Oh, hey there, Sakuya."
>"Yes, you should lead me where I need to be."
>"So, what're we having tonight?"
>"So, who was that important guest you were talking about? I can't wait to meet her!"Gold.
>"So, who was that important guest you were talking about? I can't wait to meet her!"
>Are we seated? Let's get properly seated if not?
>"So, how's it been hanging?"
>"Lively, huh? Who'd you shack up with?"
>Make a little dismissive wave.
>"Oh, don't worry about answering if you don't want to"
>Let Sakuya do her serving.
>"So how have you been keeping busy?"
>Have a sip.
>"What sort of important stuff? I'm sure it's nothing bad, I just wanna know the kinds of things you're up these days."
>What do we know about her daily activities?
"You know I don't really; all I have is what the Crows say."
>"Surely you're not accusing me of being their editor in chief?"
>"I feel like I have you to blame for some of this."> "I can't imagine what you're talking about."
> "I can't imagine what you're talking about."
>"What could you do that would possibly draw unwanted attention, anyway?"
>"I am shocked to see you questioning your devoted maid so strongly..."
>Stand, take tea cup and saucer with us.
>"Test? But I didn't have any time to study!"
>Whisper.
>"I think we need to make up for some lost time, don't you?"
>Smile.
>Glance toward Remilia.
>"I suppose I have no choice. Would you like to start us off?"
>"Oh, I won't even need one."
>Grin.
>"Just say the word."
>Dodge around the knife, and close in to shotgunning range!
>Presuming no more obstacles, close right in, and go for the lips.
>Wrap arms around her, and lay into them make-outs with all appropriate fury.
>Give Remilia a thumbs-up. While still making out, of course.> Then cease paying attention to anything except the important activity we are currently engaged in!
>Sakuya can clean that up when we're done here.
>Proceed.
>Give Remilia a thumbs-up. While still making out, of course.
> Then cease paying attention to anything except the important activity we are currently engaged in!
>"Yeah..."
>Catch our breath.
>"I think you won."
>Glance toward Remilia. "I think she won."
>Slip an arm around Sakuya's waste, grin.
>"Hey, if dinner is done, would you mind if we had some time to ourselves?"
>"Um...do you think we killed her?"
>Go check on Remilia, unless she's starting to get up on her own. But do be ready for Sakuya to blow by us in concern.
>"Oh, she just blacked out?"
>"Does this mean we get to tell her it was all a dream, then do it again?"
>Offer some assistance, if it seems like Sakuya needs it.
>"Well, maybe after the second or third time..."
>"Well, if you must~"
>Glance at Remilia.
>"Think she's going to wake up any time soon?"
>"I can't wait! And, do you want any help with her?"
>"Alright, don't forget to add a goatee for me! I'll be here when you're finished."
>Head inside.
>Anticipations!
>Whose voice is this?
>"I do?"
>"Hey, I didn't make Flandre go nuts in there. But I'll tell you what. After I clear out my schedule tomorrow, I'll come back and help out with that."
>"Sorry, I have business with Sakuya. We'll see what can be done later tonight, maybe? And that's a big maybe."
>"Well, maybe for a few minutes..."
>Follow that pajamaed magician!
>"Huh?"
>"Hey, I'm up to so many things these days you have to be more specific. And yeah, yeah I did."
>Silly stripey magician, you think this is the highlight of our day. You know nothing. Nothing!
>"Are you volunteering?"
>"Oh you'd be surprised, Patchy. You'd be surprised. It's almost a shame I'll be busy tonight."
>Wink.
>Follow sleepwear into la bibliotecha.
>"Hey, where's that water coming from?"
>"So, where do we begin?"
>Can we see the pool? If so, how deep is it?
>"Oh my, you're just so eager to see me get wet, aren't you?"
>"If you want them off, it's more polite to just ask, you know."
> Retrieve books, so that fire is a less-appealing option for her.
>"Changed into what? Or was 'that' what you were really planning?"
> Shrug, get moving.
> Maintain cheerfulness.
>Nab that suitcase and have a look inside.
>Read the note.
>Take the clothy bits in hand and examine them.
>Also look for a good place to change.
>That'll do, it's not like we have a huge sense of modesty...
>Go get changed.
>Make sure it fit well, then head out to assess the pool and where we'll need to dive while doing some warm-up stretches.
>We do know how to swim, right?
>Wade into a shallow end, and start digging out books. Check them for water damage, and pill them up on the 'bank'.
>How deep does the rest of the pool look? If it doesn't seem like there'll be any trouble, dive down and do the same with the rest of the books.
>Start by fishing out all the books in the shallow segments, the spots we don't need to properly dive into.
>OK, now for the three dive-points that aren't at the centre. Be cautious, one-at-a-time if we don't seem to have enough air.
>Repeat with the other two holes, then. Avoid the centre until the end.
>Also, check if there's any ordering to these books. There might only be 23 and we might not have to dive all the way down.
>Examine the book with the aura about it. Open it.
>...Leave it up along with the rest for now. We'll deal with it later.
>Welp, time for the big hole. Let's get diving!
>Grab the book and surface. If possible, look around to see if there are any other books down here, but don't hang around.
>Listen carefully, but don't slow down.
>Take one quick look to see if we can see where the sound is coming from. If it isn't urgent or pointless, surface before taking a closer look.
>Surface.
>What. Try again for a few seconds just to be sure - not too long since we're timed.
>What were the other passageways like? Any other ways out? If nothing seems obvious, head in the direction of the voice.
>Crapcrapcrapcrapcrap
>Look inside the book?
>WHAT IS THIS SOMETHING I MUST KNOW
>That book we opened was the one Kanjou had us deliver, wasn't it?
>Flick through the pages, see if we can find the other amulet because we really really need it
>If no luck, check around the floor of this area to see if it's lying around.
>GRAB IT, USE IT
>Air first. Get out of here!
>Drop the amulets and MAKE A BREAK FOR IT
>Grab the book and try again!?
>Try not to have a heart attack.
>Eject any necessary water.
>Get over to the edge of the pool and take a breather, we need it after that!
>... uh, did anyone see that?
>"Acckkakgkgkkk"
>Put the DAMN book on the side, file lawsuit against Patchouli for safety hazards.
> Lawsuit, and blast her to smithereens! Yeah!
> Flop down on the floor.
>Lawsuit? Blasting? What are we thinking, she can pay with her body~
>Well, assuming this wasn't whoever messed with the shrine...
> "Oh, hi. How are you holding up? Because I'm drowned."
> "Oh, hi. How are you holding up? Because I'm drowned."
>Try to hold that back; we don't need to look that bitter. Be strong, Shino!
>What've our meetings with Meiling been like in the past, again?
>Try giving her a weak wave. "Heya!... having some trouble with the cleanup Patch bullied me into."
>Try to put on a pouty face.
>...Is she gonna be okay from that? :/
>Better question: does this happen often?
>"A-are you alright?!"
>Get closer. By circling the pool. We don't want to mess with that pool if we can help it...
>Bloody hell, this pool wants us dead.
>We still have the amulets and book? Grab them just in case. We're still floating at the edge, right?
>"Meiling!"
>Assuming that doesn't magically wake her up and inspire her to rise to the surface, take a deep breath and go get that girl!
>Keep around her, kick back toward shore.
> Is she conscious and breathing?
> Once at the shore and we've made sure that she's not in any sort of danger, consider giving her CPR to wake her up :3
"Your Pool is trying to kill me! and Meiling!"
>"Meiling's safe! I got her out!"
>"I'm glad you like it, Koa, but now's not the time! Now is the time for CPR!"
>Do we know how to do this? Then administer at once!
> Did patchy arange this just to see us in a swimsuit?
> Or maybe the swimsuit is cursed!
>Give Patchy a foul look.
>"Hey! She's nearly drowned and not coughing up that water! We don't have time to be doing dumb stuff like this, so unless you can do it better right now, give me some room!"
>"Oh. Uh...good work."
>Go to give Meiling a some solid thumps on the back. And when she seems like she's able to talk, say, "Now what were you doing in there, huh?"
>"Which brings us to: why the hell is there a place in the pool that tries to drown you?"
>"Oh. Well, then: why the hell do you have a book that tries to drown people? And how can a book do that, anyways?"
> sigh, we almost drowned over a silly book
> "I'm sure it was just bad luck that it ended up here, but couldn't you have at least warned us if you knew you had something like that around and missing?"
>"Or someone didn't check up on her minion's work..."
>Gesture toward the pool.
>"Have fun with that."
>"Good, because I'm not going back in there. In fact, I think I've done enough in here for today after all that..."
>Approach the guard, and kneel down by her.
>"How're you feeling, Meiling?"
> "Glad to hear it!"
>Collapse into unconsciousness, wheethud!
>"Still, let's get you, and me, out of here before we get attacked by any more books, okay?"
>Offer her a hand.
>"Huh? What for?"
>"Oh, sure! Just let me get my stuff."
>Recover our clothes, then follow Meiling out.
>Try not to shiver too much. We'll have access to a proper towel soon, no doubt.
>"So, question. How long have you known Sakuya, anyways?"
>"Remember what?"
>Follow along.
>"I think I've seen that kind of thing before. So, do you fight much these days?"
>"Sooo, what do you think of her, hmm? As a person, I mean, so none of that respected fellow servant junk."
>"Heh heh, what?"
>She figured it out?Meiling figured something out, the world is ending!
>"She told you!?"
>"No, it's okay. But I didn't think she would, you know? Just doesn't seem like her."
>"Soooo..."
>Cat grin
>"Jealous?"
>"Thinking whaaaat?"
>"All those lonly days, with only the fairys for company, your mind must wander, to people you know, . . .and combinations." grin some more.
>"Oh come on, don't be leaving things unsaid like that!"
>"Oh now when you say that, we both know the other way is true."
>"Don't be. I'm up for a threesome."
>"I bet we could convince her, too. So don't give up hope just yet!"
>Proceed!
>Walk along. "Don't worry, it'll be fine. I already have a plan."
>Presuming that's Sakuya. give her a smile. "Sorry, Patchy almost drowned us both."
>"Like it?"
>Have take a spin.
>"Yeah, it'd be bad if you caught a cold."
>"Have a good one!"
>Turn to Sakuya, "I near drowned, you know."
>"We'll set her straight one of these days. Have another towel? And, have that surprise arranged?"
>"Well, if it bothers you, I can go change."
>"That'll do!"
>Towel off, then slip on the robe.
>Roll up the sleeves a bit, and tie off the belt.
>"Better?"
>"Then let's eat!"
> FollowFreeman.
>"Oh well. We had our fun. So, how's she taking it?"
>"She'll get used to it, I'm sure."
>"We'll think of something, and she'll grumble at first, but it'll become the new normal after a bit and she'll get used it."
> "Well, y'know, good medicine tastes bitter, and all that."
> Consider plus sides of Remilia being in a bad mood.
>"Gah!"
>Try and see who it is.
Is she addressing Sakuya or us?
"But she did use your name Fandre-ojouchan." Teasing is necessary.
>"What's wrong with having some respectful words added, Flan?"
>"Well, I suppose, but Sakuya has her needs, too. She does it out of love, so don't worry about it too much."
>Administer headpats.
>"You got me in trouble, too. So it works out, eh?"
>Wink.
>"Well, lesson learned, huh? I didn't want you to trash the whole library, just cause a little distraction."
>Headpat.
>"And Patchy was pissed at me, too. Made me get her books out of the water, and one of them tried to drown me."
>"They'll get Marisa, too, I bet."
>This is Remilia's fault, somehow.
>Look to Sakuya. Offer a shrug.
>Grin at Sakuya. That's good thinking!
>Sigh.
>"Well, if you have to. It's not much fun to eat alone."
>Proceed.
"She's a good girl to have around, isn't she." say quietly to Sakuya..but loud enough Flan can hear.
>"That just means we did a good job. She'll get over it."
>Open the door, Usher Flandre inside, then hold it for Sakuya.
>"I had to make the gesture."
>Head inside.
>Rub hands together.
>"This won't be a problem."
>Have a seat, and let Sakuya prepare things as duty dictates.
>"Surprise me."
>"Then I will go down trying, little one. Besides, I'll find some way to burn it all off."
>Let Sakuya get everything served up; appreciate the majesty before us in the meantime. Then dig in with as much of a combination of dignity and wild abandon as we can.
> Radiate innocence. Not because we actually know we've done something wrong (or not), just on general principle.
>"Yes?"
(add to the first line) "they are almost as sweet as your lips."
>"It's hard to help myself around the things you make, you see..."
>Does she seem to be joining in at all? If not, add, "Have some with us."
>"I insist!"
>Smile, and have a bit more.
>Quietly hook our foot around hers.
>"She just likes seeing people enjoy what she has to offer, I think."
>Heh heh heh.
>"So, you thought I was what?"
>Tap back. Not hard, though.
>"No, Flan. Not with you, with myself. I shall conquer this mighty bounty!"
>"Hey, Meiling got some of this too, right?"
>"I thought so, but she does get to have some of this on her own, right? While it's still fresh?"
>"Good."
>"Hey Flan, when you're done, why don't you help out and run a plate out to Meiling?"
>"She has to keep an eye on things outside, still. Or at least that's what I thought."
>_
>"Alright, go find her for us, Flan."
>Tap it back.
>"How long do you think she'll be?"
>Nom on that sucka. Try not to catch her fingers in the gnashing of the teeth.
>"Well, if you asked really nicely, or maybe bribed me just right, I could my very best to charm her."
>"What's this now?"
>Pick up a nice bite-sized piece and offer it to Sakuya.
>"Well, when you say it like that, I can't say no, can I?"
>"Oh, I can make her listen..."
>"She would, but you're selling me short, I think."
>Offer another sushi.
>"But, I won't insist on doing it."
>"I would if you asked. The only question is whether we try to salvage this meal."
>Lean in for a kiss.
>"Or wait for another."
>"Well, Flan and Meiling's going to be a little disappointed we ran off."
>Smile.
>"But I think I can be fine with that."
>Look toward the door.
>Assuming there's no one there, stand up and go through it.
>Mutter: "I should have expected that..."
>Resume non-romantic positioning.
>"C'mon in, Meiling!"
>"No need to ask. Have a seat, pull up a plate!"
>"She has an inkling, I think."
>"I hope not, talking with your mouth full is rude"
>"She can do as I say, not as I do!"
> "Fiiiiiiiine!" without rancor.
> Eat up!
>Quietly: "Want me to drag the library crew in here?"
>Quietly: "She nearly drowned me and Meiling. If you want her here for a family dinner, then that's what she's going to do!"
>Frown, and go bad to nibbling at the meal. Pace ourself now.
>"Just wondering what she's up to."
>Look back toward the door.
> Wave cheerfully.
> Identify the door-opener(s).
>"Well, I'm sure she'll be fine if you feel like you can come back."
>"Just about, are you?"
>"That about sums it up for me."
>"I'll have you know I am downright lovable. She'll come around."
>Return thumbs up.
>If it seems like Sakuya is wanting to leave, depart with her!
>"Let's"
>Through that door!
>"No, but you could always tell me what you want to do."
>"Then I suppose I'll be staying elsewhere, won't I?"
>Shrug. "Should be."
>Follow her.
>"If you're that worried about it, you could always come back with me."
>"She's already upset, so it's not like it'll get worse. But, I understand. And I'm not worried about the shrine."
>"I'm just a realist. There's nothing there anyone wants, and if they tried to take it over I'd just beat them up."
>Follow along.
>"What's this it that started?"
>"When was that?"
>"Heh, heh, heh... That was a good day."
>Stride on in.
>Step aside and allow her to do so without a word.
> Initiate winning smile.
>"That's so thoughtful of you, Sakuya! But we're not going to have much use for those..."
>Grin back.
>"It won't be as hard as you think."
>Let her proceed inward.
>Squeak amusingly, then poke back!
> Attempt Poke x3 COMBO
>Drag her down on top of us.
>"Eager, are we? Hang on a bit, dear; my clothes are in the way."
> Suggestive fade to black.
>Fine =[
>Keep running.
>What is wrong?
>Is the cave opening wrong?
>If not, run toward it.
>Dash for that opening!
>Groan.
>Light status?
>Our status?
>Sakuya's status?
>Look around. What room are we in? Where's the light coming from?
>Are there any clocks or any other way to tell what time of day it is?
> Clothing status.
> For the purpose of investigating Sakuya's whereabouts, do we care about clothing status?
>Have a look around for a note or some such, that seems like a thing she'd do.
>Recall where we placed our miko attire last time.
>Read!
>Indulge in some light profanity and get dressed. Looks like we're gonna be on the clock. Better not be those weird ghost thingies...
>Has our miko attire been repaired?
>Regardless, leave the room, make our way toward the front doors, and see if we can find Sakuya on the way out.
>Give the maid a nudge.
>"Don't worry, it's our secret. So, where's Sakuya at?"
>"Oh, thanks, lead the way!"
When we get to the entrance say,
"Give Sacchan a kiss for Me?"
Laugh at flustered fairy.
>Cackle and pat her on the head.
>"Then just tell her I told you to."
>Exeunt!
>Investigate!
> Examine air.
> Examine gate.