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— Origin Island — 43

I will ask you once more, and if I don't like your response, I will not ask again: Are you sure?

You do know that falsifying a report of entry through the Ancient Door is a major offense, correct?

Very well.

Calm yourself, soldier!

I will ask you this once, and if I don't like your response, I will not ask you again: Who are you?

Was I speaking to you, butterfly?

And where did you procure Dogu?!

It has been some time since you ran off, Dogu.

Grace has been out of her mind with worry, you know. She's been looking for you everywhere.

I give you one chance to confess you stole Dogu, and if you do not, you will not get a second chance.

Dogu, this butterfly claims you were lost. Is that so? May I trust her words, Dogu?

I will ask you once, and if I don't like what you say—

Please let me finish my veiled threat, Dogu. I will—

I'm sorry. Did you say something when you were not being addressed? Again?

Cas...tell? I've never heard of such a place.

Rever...where? Do not play games with me. My patience is short with cute, flappy, winged ones.

Shrine Maiden Grace, has the prayer ceremony come to its conclusion?

You knew?! How?

That's quite enough!

Shrine Maiden, I'm afraid I must put an end to your interaction with these interlopers.

We must limit our interaction with them for our own safety. I declare it to be necessary.

‥‥あなたも　神の巫女。

I know you are familiar with the prophecy *ahem*, Shrine Maiden.

I advise you to consult the ancient phrases of wisdom in this case.

We do not know for certain how they came to be here. And we do not know if we can trust them.

Do you really want to be the one responsible for re-inciting the Ancient Disaster?

I will ask you again, and if I don't like your—

As an outsider, kindly mind your own business.

Shrine Maiden, we are a warrior tribe bound to protect this island.

Our laws are absolutely absolute! They cannot be broken. They are...laws!

As a Shrine Maiden, you should know that more than anyone!

Good. I'm glad we are agreed, then.

Grace? What...what are you doing?

Hey! Take it easy now! I command that you just calm down there...please?

OK! OK! I'm sorry! I'm sorry! Just stop!

Sheesh! Stop it! Before the whole island finds out what a crybaby you are!

*sigh* Look, Grace...I said I'm sorry.

The only thing to do is see the elder and ask for his blessing. Then I'll be satisfied. OK?

Yes, just...go and do that. See what happens.

*sigh* All right, you two...

Go to the Forest Shrine at once. There you will find the Island Elder.

Present yourself to him. And mind you don't mention Grace's...little tantrum here.

You soldiers are dismissed. Back to the stronghold!

— Origin Island — 115

Hold it right there!

Get back, you pathetic, piffling poltroons!

Mind your own business! You'll just get in my way!

I don't need your petty words of encouragement!

I've no idea. I haven't seen Dogu since the disaster befell us.

This is all because Grace left the island to visit your begrimed world.

I agree. You two are undoubtedly the catalyst for the appearance of the Ancient Disaster.

But the blame lies with the one who broke our law. You do not get to take responsibility for this, insect.

And I would be very pleased to see you go right back through that door and never return!

I see...

The more intense your desire grows. I know this.

But...but how did you do that? Is this a dream?

What is it?

Whatever do you mean?

Indeed. I think you're right, soldier.

Your methods of recollection are unorthodox... but effective.

This conversation is finished.

Anyone can claim to be a descendant of the Goddess!

Yuelia, regardless of her own personal ancestry, is not allowed into the tower. The law is the law.

Such a question is absurd!

Hold it!

Yuelia, [Player], I, uh...

It seems I have been...mistaken. I've misjudged you.

You, too, are but brave soldiers dedicated to protecting the Goddess...

Lady Yuelia...

I apologize for my many indiscretions.

Protecting the Goddess is an ancient task that is entrusted to us.

Please, allow me to escort you to the tower.

Yes, my lady! I am at your command!

Indeed, my lady!

You men, guard this area. Do not allow monsters to approach the tower in our absence.

If you come across any ferocious beasts, just... I don't know, knock them together with your knees.

Both Grace and I were raised by Louisa. We've known each other for as long as we can remember.

We are not related by blood. However, we are as brother and sister.

When we became of age, we assumed our roles. We had no other choice.

Yes. Now we each have our own separate roles.

A Shrine Maiden serves the word of the Goddess... A warrior protects the Goddess from the shadows.

Perhaps it is all my fault that her Shrine Maiden powers have begun to wane...

I have, at times, not discouraged her enough from following her own desires.

She has not been able to bring us the word of the Goddess in quite some time now.

Yes, but it was quite plain to see that Grace's heart was elsewhere.

See, the legend says only the Goddess may open the door that leads to the outside.

That made it simple for us islanders to give up even trying to leave.

We pretended there was no outside world. And we crushed the dreams of our youth with the prophecy.

But Grace was different...

She prayed desperately to the Goddess for a way off the island...

I am frightened to say this, Yuelia, but I believe that your appearance here...

was the answer to Grace's prayers. If that is the case, I welcome your help in saving her.

We must use that magical portal to ascend the tower.

We will be going straight into the heart of the beast. Be on your guard.

Is everyone OK? Yuelia? [Player]?

It is written in the ancient folklore, passed down through generations...

The original occurrence befell the island long ago, when the god was away...

and as a result of the turmoil that ensued, the Goddess was trapped atop the tower.

Yes. Countless brave souls climbed this tower in a bid to save your mother, yet all passed into legend.

*ahem* Well, finally, the god returned and trapped the disaster in the topmost floor of the tower!

The disaster was quiet all these years, until now.

Well, I can only hope we live to see whether or not the Ancient Disaster is aptly named.

I do not know. But I believe the connection between our two worlds is a mysterious one.

Something happens when the door is open. It is a thing we have yet to fully understand.

Our ancestors spoke to the god through Dogu. I was hoping he would be able to tell us more...

But for now, I know he is sworn to stay by the Shrine Maiden's side. Dogu and Grace are together.

Indeed, I do. But Dogu's bizarre behavior since he returned from your world concerns me.

Grace has often expressed her unhappiness with Dogu's tendencies to...stray a bit from her side.

Quite ironic. But I believe Dogu went ahead to scout your world because of his love for Grace.

I am afraid I remain convinced that her transgression has caused the changes within the tower...

We can finish this conversation later.

Grace! Are you OK?!

Dogu! What are you doing?! Come down from that... dark, swirling vortex of magic immediately!

He's the Ancient Disaster.

Grace! Look out!

I-I'm fine. I'm only stunned.

I just can't believe Dogu is the Ancient Disaster.

Grace...

I deeply regret discounting your feelings until now...

NO!

What... Well, yes, but...what about it?

It was just a story! Just a stupid story I made up!

It's not real! It doesn't mean anything!

What does that have to do with— No, Grace! Look, this story, OUR story, is not finished yet!

Sacrificing yourself isn't the answer! You can't just... abandon the island without a Shrine Maiden!

You mustn't do this! I command you!

Please, Grace, please...you can't do this.

Don't leave us. Don't leave me. I forgive you. We all forgive you, Grace.

GRACE! NO!

NO NO NO! WHY DIDN'T SHE LISTEN TO ME?

Grace! Are you OK?

O-of course!

I shan't let them harm one hair on Grace's head!

Please, Grace! Not now!

Elder? What are you doing here?

*Looks like we have another crybaby...*

I'm sorry. I meant no disrespect. I was just...well, that's why I don't try to joke very often.

Father...? That voice was...

First a goddess, and now we hear the voice of a god?! It's one miracle after another!

O all-knowing god! Please tell us the answer we long to hear!

We must know how the Ancient Disaster first came about! Oh, please enlighten your humble servants!

Uh...OK...O great one. I promise I won't get mad.

But...didn't people die trying to save you?

未使用

You let us believe this...for countless generations?

I'm speechless...

I just don't know if there is merit in trying to protect his beloved wife with even a...small lie.

I'm not sure I can say this to a god, but...that was extremely unthoughtful and...uncool.

Like...maximum uncool, as I believe the kids say.

Grace? Are you going to be OK?

You can cry if you want to, Grace. I'll understand. Just don't, y'know..."cry."

Lady Yuelia, please!

I can assure you my feelings for Grace are of a purely brotherly nature!

It's OK. I mean...I'm sure Grace feels the same way about me. I think...

*AHEM* Regardless, brave [Player], I would like to give you an official commendation.

As a fellow warrior bound to protect the same goddess, I feel a strong sense of kinship with you.

I hereby name you a Comrade-in-Arms from this day forth!

It means... Well, I guess it means we are friends. Officially.

[Player], let us battle together again someday.

Chat 5

Did you want something?

Just because the Elder says you're OK doesn't mean you can go making yourselves comfortable.

If you insist on loitering around, don't be surprised if some monster gobbles you up.

If you have need of a bodyguard, I am at your command. Simply call on me as you wish. I do not offer my services to you as your host... but rather as your friend.

The Shrine Maiden is sacred to the island. Warriors are sworn to protect her. This has never changed. But at the same time...the Shrine Maiden is also my sister, Grace. She is as family to me. That will also never change. I must respect both of those realities. You helped me realize that. I owe both you and Grace for helping me see beyond a general duty.