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EXT. ROSALIND FRANKLIN ACADEMY NIGHT CUTSCENE
It is a night at a British College called Rosalind Franklin Stem Institute for Girls, or as some call it Rosalind Franklin Academy. A young Iris is running. She appears panicked. She trips. She pushes herself up to her hands and knees. She looks back towards a dormitory that she ran from. The dormitory starts catching fire.
IRIS:
No! No! No! No! No! NO!
Iris starts crying.
IRIS:
Oh god! No! HANA!!! LINNEA!!! FLEUR!!! AZALEA!!! LAVENDER!!! MELANTHA!!!
Iris gets on the ground in the fetal position.
IRIS:
Please be ok. Please be ok.
EXT. DORMITORY NIGHT CUTSCENE
At the dormitory catching fire, a bunch of girls on a higher floor are trapped behind bars on their window. These girls are Hana, Fleur, Lavender, and Melantha. They are crying for help as the fire consumes the building. On the ground, a middle-aged Dr. Shannae Coyle looks on in horror. There are many objects on the ground that were thrown there by the trapped girls.
HANA:
Help! Help!
FLEUR:
Dr. Coyle! Get help!!!
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
What happened!?
HANA:
Iris!!! Iris!!!
Coyle falls back over as she sees the fire consume the entire dorm. Her hand touches a camera on the ground that is playing. It's a video of Hana talking on camera to Iris. Coyle picks up the camera and watches the video. She gets a smile on her face. The fire rages on.
ATHENA'S APARTMENT NIGHT CUTSCENE MAY 15TH 2031
A candle is lit in Athena's apartment. Athena blows it out. She has her hair down, and is wearing a yellow tube dress. She puts on a Silver bracelet with a single large amethyst encrusted in it. The words "A.Cykes" are engraved into the bracelet. Her apartment is mostly cluttered. It's filled with memorabilia of the various countries Athena studied in. Athena is looking at the mirror excitedly. She makes some slight adjustments to her appearance and then smiles. She hits her fist into her hand.
BALLOON CLUB MAY 15TH 2031
Athena walks into a nightclub. It's in the city. There are neon lights above the entrance that say their names, along with the image balloons. Athena starts dancing in the club when a hand grabs her shoulder. Athena turns around to see that it's a man named Brad Sprouse. Sprouse is an Asian man with a brown pompadour haircut. He is slightly unshaven and looks angry.
BRAD SPROUSE:
Athena!
ATHENA CYKES:
Brad!?
Text: Do you want to know what it's like to have Athena's emotion powers? Now you can. During investigation portions, you can read the emotions of people you can talk to.
There are 4 emoji-like icons on the top of the screen. Happiness, Sadness, Anger, and Fear. Like with the mood matrix, the emotions will have different intensity levels. Unlike the mood matrix, the emotions won't be constantly making beeping noises because I would imagine that would get irritating if done in a full investigation.
Note: If there are parts where it doesn't show someone's emotions in this script, it's probably because it was meant to be a cutscene. Also, you won't be able to read Athena's emotions since she's the POV character.
ATHENA CYKES:
(Aw crap! Brad Sprouse is here! I haven't seen him since I ghosted him after our first date.)
New dialogue option: Hey Brad
ATHENA CYKES:
H-hey Brad. What's up?
BRAD SPROUSE:
..... You haven't been returning my calls (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yes. I told you that I wasn't interested in dating anyone.
BRAD SPROUSE:
Then why are you at this club? (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm here to dance and have a good time.
BRAD SPROUSE:
Then why are you dressed like that!? (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Dressed like what?
BRAD SPROUSE:
A slut. (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Hey! I'm not dressed like a slut! This dress just shows off my shoulders. A colleague of mine wore a tube dress for her magic shows and nobody considered her too revealing.
BRAD SPROUSE:
You're obviously dressed like that for attention! (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm dressed like this because it's cute! I'm not interested in dating anyone!
BRAD SPROUSE:
.... Then why are you still on the dating app? (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Aw damn it!)
New dialogue option: About that...
ATHENA CYKES:
About that... I don't think we're compatible.
BRAD SPROUSE:
How can you know that? We only went on one date? (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Well.... It was just not a good date.
A redhead named Roddy walks up to Brad.
RODDY:
Hey Brad. Is this the Athena chick you told me about? (Mild Happiness)
BRAD SPROUSE:
Yes. This is my girlfriend Athena. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
No! I'm not your girlfriend!
BRAD SPROUSE:
I want you to be. (Intense Anger)
Brad grabs Athena. She pulls away.
ATHENA CYKES:
I don't care.
BRAD SPROUSE:
I had a good time. I don't know why you're being so weird (Intense Anger.)
Brad grabs Athena again. She pulls away.
ATHENA CYKES:
You want to know why!? It's because you're creepy! I don't want to date you because you seem like a possessive creep!
BRAD SPROUSE:
I'm not! Just give me another chance! (Intense Anger. Mild Sadness.)
Suddenly an arm drapes across Athena's shoulder. Athena looks shocked and turns to see that it's Rai Demorale.
RAI DEMORALE:
Hey Athena! I'm sorry I'm late. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
...... No problem! I'm glad you're here..... Ray. Now excuse me, I need to go catch up with Ray.
BRAD SPROUSE:
We're not done talking. (Intense Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes, you are. (Intense Anger)
Brad points at Rai.
BRAD SPROUSE:
Why don't you mind your own business?! (Intense Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
Keeping my friends safe is my business. (Intense Anger. Mild Happiness)
Rai puts her hair in a bun, with one strand in front of her face.
RAI DEMORALE:
Now you have two options: Option 1: leave Athena alone willingly. Option 2: I kick your ass. I recommend you go with Option 1, but I really hope you go with Option 2. (Intense Anger. Mild Happiness)
BRAD SPROUSE:
I'll take Option 3! I kick your ass! (Intense Anger)
Brad throws a punch towards Rai, but she blocks it. This shocks Brad.
RAI DEMORALE:
I'm sorry, Option 3 isn't available. Your selection has defaulted to option 2. (Intense Happiness)
She then unleashes a bunch of strikes onto Brad's torso. She then does a spinning jump kick, which knocks him down.
RODDY:
You bitch! (Intense Anger)
Roddy throws a punch. Rai ducks the punch and elbows Roddy in the stomach. While Roddy is gasping, Rai strikes him from beneath the jaw knocking him down. Roddy and Brad both get up around the same time. They both run towards Rai who jumps up and kicks both of them at the same time, knocking both of them out. Rai is on the ground after her kick. She jumps back up to her feet.
RAI DEMORALE:
Sup. (Mild Happiness)
Athena looks in awe at what she just saw.
ATHENA CYKES:
......... Can I buy you a drink?
RAI DEMORALE:
Sure. (Mild Happiness)
It's a little later. Rai is finishing drinking some tea. Her hair is down again.
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm surprised you wanted tea.
RAI DEMORALE:
I'm not drinking right now. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Thank you for saving me.
RAI DEMORALE:
No problem... It's Rai by the way. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Sorry, it's been a year since I met you.
New dialogue option: What's up
ATHENA CYKES:
So Rai...What's up?
RAI DEMORALE:
Not much. (Mild Happiness)
What was up with that guy anyway? (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh, Brad? He was a guy I met on a dating app. He seemed like a fun guy on the app, so I agreed to go on a date with him. He gave me the creeps. I ended up declining going on a second date, but he didn't accept my refusal. He kept on messaging on the app so I had to block him.
RAI DEMORALE:
Does he know where you live? (Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
No.
RAI DEMORALE:
Good. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
He does know where I work though.
RAI DEMORALE:
Less good. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
But maybe you scared him off. I'm so thankful you were here.
RAI DEMORALE:
I'm thankful you're here too. I wanted to talk to you. (Intense Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
About what?
RAI DEMORALE:
Nothing specific, I just wanted to talk to you. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Why me?
RAI DEMORALE:
Your empath powers. You may have noticed that I'm a very deadpan person. My voice and face are not very expressive, so people often misunderstand me. They think I'm being sarcastic when I'm being genuine. (Mild Sadness)
I hope that with your empath powers, you will understand me. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Well, you just rescued me so I'm definitely willing to be your friend!
RAI DEMORALE:
Great! (Intense Happiness)
I'm surprised I haven't been able to talk to you sooner. Phoenix has told me you've been more scarce than usual the last year. Have you been avoiding my aunt? (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
..... Yes. Is she still mad at me?
RAI DEMORALE:
Partially. She rationally knows you weren't trying to hurt her, but emotionally she can't get over you exposing her crush. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
... I understand why she's mad, but I was only doing my job.
RAI DEMORALE:
She understands that. She'll get over it eventually. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
New dialogue option: Your Aunt
ATHENA CYKES:
Speaking of your aunt, what's it been like living with her?
RAI DEMORALE:
It's been pretty good. We've really connected over the past year. She's one of my best friends (Intense Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I detected a little sadness.
RAI DEMORALE:
... Yes. It's not about anything Aunt Franziska has done. It's about my mother. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
You can talk about that with me. I'm a bit of a therapist.
RAI DEMORALE:
... I'm still sad that my mother is in prison. Aunt Franziska has been trying to make it better. She told me that anything I did with my mother, I could do with her. (Intense sadness. Mild happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
She's been trying to be a mother you?
RAI DEMORALE:
Sort of. She's not a replacement for my mother, she's here to make things better for me and she has succeeded. We spend a lot of time together. I pose for her paintings and she poses for my photographs. We also play games together. It could be worse. My mother seems happy that we're taking care of each other. She's not suffering that much in prison. Franziska and I visit her weekly. They're also allowing her to prosecute from prison. She even wrote another book. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
It's probably still hard to have your mother in prison though.
RAI DEMORALE:
.... Yes. (Intense Sadness)
Athena, I'm thankful you can offer me sympathy even though you've been through worse. (Intense Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
You know what happened to me?
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. I read up on it. I'm really sorry. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Thank you. I've been able to cope.
RAI DEMORALE:
The article I read referred to you as an orphan. What happened to your father? (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I don't have a dad. I was artificially inseminated.
RAI DEMORALE:
That's interesting. (Mild Happiness)
... I might as well have been artificially inseminated. (Intense Anger. Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Hmm. She still doesn't seem close to Edgeworth.)
RAI DEMORALE:
It's interesting that we were both raised by single mothers for part of our childhood. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yes. My mother mostly raised me by herself before her death. After her death, I lived with my uncle until I went and traveled the world.
RAI DEMORALE:
You said your mother "mostly" raised you by herself. What does that mean? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I... I kind of had a second mom, but.... but I don't want to talk about it.
RAI DEMORALE:
That's fine.
New dialogue option: Edgeworth's "Daughter"
ATHENA CYKES:
I’m curious, your father said he didn’t know he was your father till you were 10. How does that work?
RAI DEMORALE:
It wasn’t confirmed I was his daughter till I was 10. He sort of always knew. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Are you willing to tell me more about that?
RAI DEMORALE:
You want to hear my tragic backstory? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yes. If you’re willing to talk.
RAI DEMORALE:
Ok… My backstory doesn’t involve any dead parents so it’s not that harsh (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
All trauma is valid
RAI DEMORALE:
Thank you! ( Intense Happiness)
My mother and father met when they were teenagers. Edgeworth was my grandfather’s protege. (Mild Happiness)
Mom saw how sad my father was because of Grandpa Gregory’s death. She sympathized with him. That sympathy turned to love and they dated. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
For a while, it worked. My father seemed like a good boyfriend to my Mom. There was a big issue, my aunt. Mom loved her deeply, but couldn’t protect her from the abuse my grandfather gave her. Mom wanted my father to provide protection, comfort, and companionship to my Aunt. He put in the bare minimum. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Did he really not care that Franziska was being abused?
RAI DEMORALE:
I don’t know if he was that heartless. He was worried about getting on my grandfather’s bad side. My grandfather was his ticket to success in the prosecuting field. His loyalty to my grandfather was clearly not reciprocated. My mother eventually got tired of his refusal to help Franziska and dumped him. There was only one problem. She still had feelings for him. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh, man. So it was complicated.
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. Mom kept going back to him. She even got a new boyfriend at the time, Reiji, the man who I thought was my father. (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
What was Reiji like?
RAI DEMORALE:
He was a very kind man. He was older than Mom, but Mom found him appealing because of his dependability. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
He comes from a rich family where his mother controlled everything. They were way more snobby and mean. They didn't like Mom. (Intense Anger)
Mom dated Reiji, but she kept going back to my father. Eventually, they conceived me. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
How does being the product of an affair make you feel?
RAI DEMORALE:
.... It felt weird. I've felt guilty about that in the past, but Mom has comforted me. She says that sometimes immoral actions can lead to great things, and I'm proof of that. Good can come from bad. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
My mom said at the time, she felt like she messed up. I had two potential fathers. She was happy to have me but feared that I was Edgeworth's daughter. She didn't want to be stuck with him. She decided that I was Reiji's kid. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
What about Edgeworth? Didn't he suspect that he was your father?
RAI DEMORALE:
He did. Mom told him that she had a DNA test done, and I was Reiji's. That was of course a lie, and my father didn't believe her. She even admitted that was a lie a few times. She didn't want to admit to the affair, even after her and Reiji broke up. Even after Reiji got custody of me. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
How did that happen?
RAI DEMORALE:
Reiji's family was rich and had an army of lawyers. They even tipped the scales in their favor and got a judge who was known for siding with the man in custody battles. Her name was Judge Mental. She believed that it was wrong that custody cases almost always went to the mother. I agree that it's wrong to assume that the mother is always the better parent, but she overcorrected. She had a lot of internalized misogyny. (Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I've been accused of having that.
RAI DEMORALE:
Mom said Mental was very aggressive towards her. The straw that broke the camel's back was the height of bullshit. My mother lost the case when the Judge charged her with indecent exposure. Do you want to know why she was charged with that? (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yes.
RAI DEMORALE:
My mother breastfed me. (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Really?
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. Mom claims she didn't even expose her breast to the court, she covered herself with a blanket before feeding me. Apparently, she wasn't a fit mother because she fed her child. (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Sorry about that. So she didn't just admit to the affair to get custody of you?
RAI DEMORALE:
.... She really didn't want to be attached to my father. She tried everything to get custody of me except for that. She'll be the first one to tell you that she should've just been open about the affair since the beginning, but I understand why she wanted to keep it secret. (Mild Sadness)
New dialogue option: How did they find out?
ATHENA CYKES:
So how did they find out?
RAI DEMORALE:
When I was 10 years old, I was playing chess with Mom. I was winning, though in hindsight, she was definitely letting me win. I was getting a little braggadocios and I started tapping my temple. (Mild Happiness.)
Rai taps her temple like Edgeworth
RAI DEMORALE:
Mom looked at me, and then she started crying. I got worried because I thought I hurt Mom's feelings. Mom told me that wasn't it, it's that she's been lying to me my whole life. She confessed to Reiji and his family about the affair and told him that he was probably not my father. They had a DNA test done. I remember when I saw my biological father for the first time since I was a baby. Everyone in Reji's family stopped talking. I think they could tell he was my father. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
What ended up happening?
RAI DEMORALE:
... Mom said they could still have contact with me since I was still like family to them. Reiji had an attitude that I was still his daughter, but the rest of his family overruled him. They wanted nothing to do with me... I lost everything. My room, my family, my friends, my dog. (Intense Sadness)
Mom felt really guilty for what happened, but I wasn't going to be angry at her. I snuggled up closer to her. I ended up becoming a little bit dependent on her emotionally and it was like that for years. To the point where I was probably one of the few teenagers who would often sleep in their parent's bed. (Intense Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh, so losing her was a bigger deal than it would be for most people.
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. Mom did work to get me more independent and self-assured over the years. I was still pretty dependent on her. I think I have gotten a little better over the last year. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
New Dialogue option: Reiji
ATHENA CYKES:
What about Reiji? Have you seen him since you were kicked out of his family?
RAI DEMORALE:
Not directly. His family did have control over him. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm sorry about that.
RAI DEMORALE:
He did stay in contact with me. He'd call me or send me letters. He sent me presents on my birthday. (Intense Happiness. Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
That's good... I'm still detecting a lot of sadness from you.
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm guessing it's because you miss him.
RAI DEMORALE:
I do. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Have you thought about visiting him?
RAI DEMORALE:
I can't. He's dead. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh.
RAI DEMORALE:
He passed away a few years ago. Cancer. (Intense Sadness)
Rai tears up.
RAI DEMORALE:
... I guess I do have a dead parent after all. Unfortunately, I can't exactly take cancer to court... Reiji deserved so much better. He never really got the freedom he deserved. (Intense Sadness)
However, he was able to get back at his family right before he passed. He left everything to me. In his will, he said he was glad Mom lied about the affair because I got to be his daughter even if it was for a brief period of time. His family was pissed, but they couldn't exactly do anything about it. (Intense Sadness. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
So you're rich?
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. I'm financially stable so I could do any job I want... I prefer to have Reiji alive. I don't care what that DNA test said, he's my Dad. (Mild Happiness. Intense Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm sorry. I'm surprised that you're financially stable. You have two jobs when you could skate by with none.
RAI DEMORALE:
I have three. (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Three?
A man walks into the club. He has a shaved head with a square chin beard. This is Keith. Keith walks up to a black-haired woman named Jessica who is a few inches taller than him.
KEITH:
Jessica! I thought I told you to be home an hour ago! (Intense Anger)
JESSICA:
And I told you that you can't tell me what to do! (Intense Anger)
KEITH:
Jessica! It's too dangerous for you to be out this late! (Intense Anger)
JESSICA:
I can handle myself! (Intense Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
Hold on a second Athena. (Mild Anger.)
Rai gets up and walks in between Keith and Jessica.
RAI DEMORALE:
What is going on? (Mild Anger)
KEITH:
None of your business! (Intense Anger)
Rai slightly opens up her shirt to show off a badge.
RAI DEMORALE:
I am a security guard here. It is literally my business (Mild Anger. Mild Happiness)
KEITH:
Oh Ummmm! Ma'am. I'm Keith and I'm here to pick up my girlfriend Jessica. (Mild Fear)
JESSICA:
No, you're not! (Intense Anger)
Ma'am, Keith has been really controlling of me. He's putting curfews on me (Mild Sadness)
KEITH:
That's because it's too late for a woman to go out. It's not safe for women out this late. (Intense Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
Keith, your girlfriend is aware of that. All women are aware of that. The fear of being attacked is omnipresent in our lives. However, some women are not going to let fear control them. They're not going to let the existence of dangerous men stop them from living a good life. (Mild Anger.)
KEITH:
Well, they should! I'm bringing Jessica home for her safety! (Intense Anger.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Sir, if you're really concerned about your girlfriend, there are ways you could fix that aren't controlling. You could buy her pepper spray, or offer to pick her up when she's done clubbing. (Mild Anger)
KEITH:
But she stays out so late! (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
So it's all about what you want. (Mild Anger)
KEITH:
Lady, Jessica needs my protection! What if a man attacks her? (Intense Anger. Mild Fear)
RAI DEMORALE:
She might be able to fend him off. Jessica, do you know how to fend off a man? (Mild Happiness)
JESSICA:
Scratch his eyes and kick his balls. (Mild Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
She seems to have a good idea of what to do. (Mild Happiness)
KEITH:
That won't work! Men are so much stronger than women! (Intense Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
On average, yes, but combat is more about physical strength. Like I can totally kick your ass, though I'm probably stronger than you too. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
KEITH:
No, you're not! You're a woman! (Intense Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
Okay, let's test this out. We'll take turns trying to see who can pin down the other for the longest. You go first. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger)
KEITH:
Ok fine! (Intense Anger)
Keith grabs Rai, but she suplexes him and pins him to the ground while bridging her body. Keith is struggling.
KEITH:
OK! OK! I GIVE! I GIVE! (Intense Fear.)
Rai let's go. Keith gets back up.
RAI DEMORALE:
Ok. My turn. (Intense Happiness)
Keith panics and runs off. Athena walks up in awe.
ATHENA CYKES:
...... I think I just learned something new about myself.
JESSICA:
Me too. (Intense Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Athena! Let's go dance! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Ok.
MONTAGE
Athena and Rai are dancing a bunch in the club.
Athena gets Rai some drinks.
They are laughing, just getting along.
BALLOON CLUB BAR MAY 15TH 2031
Athena and Rai are sitting at the bar.
ATHENA CYKES:
So I'm guessing you don't drink because you're on the job.
RAI DEMORALE:
I just don't like alcohol. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Well... Sucks to be you.
New dialogue option: Three Jobs
ATHENA CYKES:
So you really do have three jobs? Model, Photographer, and security guard?
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. Modeling and Photography are freelancing jobs and my security job is a part-time job. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
So you do all those jobs because you enjoy them?
RAI DEMORALE:
Mostly. I do try to earn my own income so I'm not entirely dependent on my inheritance. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Is it a point of pride for you?
RAI DEMORALE:
Not really. I just feel like it's more respectful to his memory to not use my inheritance as a free pass to be lazy. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
So you work security here?
RAI DEMORALE:
Undercover security. The club owners appreciated how I usually protected vulnerable people at this club and even broke up fights. They offered me this job. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I always detected a lot of happiness from you when you got in a fight. Do you enjoy fighting?
RAI DEMORALE:
I do. I enjoy fighting a lot. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm just surprised. When I first met you, you were pretty much hiding behind your mother and I detected fear in your voice.
RAI DEMORALE:
Of course, you did. You were new people. I didn't know how to talk to you. I'm introverted so I wanted to let my extroverted mother do all the talking. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
So talking terrifies you, but getting in a fight doesn't?
RAI DEMORALE:
People can be meek in some ways and brave in others. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I guess you're right.
New dialogue option: Knowing how to fight
ATHENA CYKES:
I think this goes without saying, but you were incredible!
RAI DEMORALE:
Thank you! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
How did you learn how to fight?
RAI DEMORALE:
I started learning shortly after I started living with Mom. I would walk to and from school. A few times I would notice an older woman who lived up a few flights of stairs carrying groceries. I started helping her out with her groceries because I'm a good girl. The lady's name was Mrs. Nakefame. She was grateful that I helped with groceries. It turned out that when she was younger, she was a kung fu master. She offered to be my sensei as thanks for my kindness. (Intense Happiness. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Hmmm, I'm detecting fear. Why would she be afraid?)
RAI DEMORALE:
Mom was hesitant to have me train with her. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Why would that be?
RAI DEMORALE:
As you're already aware, we come from a long line of assassins. Mom wanted to get away from that life. (Mild Sadness)
Mrs. Nakefame was able to convince Mom to let me train with her. She claimed learning martial arts would make me more confident. (Mild Happiness)
Mom wanted me to be more confident as at that point, I was a meek mess because of what happened with Reiji's family. Mom just told me to only get in legitimate fights to protect myself or others. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
It seems being a security guard lets you follow your mom's instructions while still getting into fights.
RAI DEMORALE:
.... Yes. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Is fighting therapeutic for you?
RAI DEMORALE:
.... It is. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
..... Do you like video games, Athena? (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm a gamer.
RAI DEMORALE:
Good. I have a lot of video games at my apartment. I play games with my aunt all the time. (Intense Happiness)
... She still gets a bit competitive (Mild Sadness)
so I would love to play with someone who isn't as competitive. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Sounds great! Let's go! But first I need some more drinks.
RAI DEMORALE:
Are you sure you haven't had enough? (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Nah. I can handle my sake!
ALLEYWAY CUTSCENE
Rai and Athena are walking down the sidewalk. Athena is walking in a jaunty manner. She is clearly drunk.
ATHENA CYKES:
[Singing] Volare!... Oh Oh!.... Contare!... Oh Oh! Nel blu dipinto di blu! Felice di stare lassù!
RAI DEMORALE:
I told you that you had enough.
ATHENA CYKES:
Nonsense. I game better when I'm drunk.
[Singing] E volavo, volavo felice più in alto del sole! Ed ancora più su!
RAI DEMORALE:
You're quite a linguist Athena.
Athena puts her hand on Rai.
ATHENA CYKES:
Yup! In fact, you can say that I'm a cunning ling-
RAI DEMORALE:
Athena!
ATHENA CYKES:
What?
RAI DEMORALE:
Look! There's a doggy!
Down an alleyway is a dog.
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh... Is that what it was? I thought it was a bear.
RAI DEMORALE:
I want to go pet the dog.
ATHENA CYKES:
I don't think that's a good idea. Bears can maul you.
RAI DEMORALE:
They have a collar. Their owner might be looking for them.
ATHENA CYKES:
OK, you can go see the bear. I'll stay right here.
Rai walks over to the dog down the alleyway.
RAI DEMORALE:
Hey buddy. How are you doing?
Rai squats down and holds out her hand. The dog sniffs the hand. The dog then rubs their head against Rai's hand. She starts petting them. Athena looks on. She smiles at the endearing scene. Suddenly from the side, someone grabs her. They cover her mouth and start pulling her away.
RAI DEMORALE:
Athena, you should get in on this!
Rai looks over towards Athena. She spots Athena's legs kicking as she is getting pulled away. Rai quickly runs out of the alley into the street. When she gets in the streets she sees the man dragging away Athena. He is slightly pudgy and is wearing a mask resembling a Maneki-Neko . Rai jumps and kicks the kidnapper down. The kidnapper accidentally pulls off Athena's bracelet while this happens.
RAI DEMORALE:
Athena! Are you ok!?
ATHENA CYKES:
I... I am now.
The kidnapper is back up. Rai looks toward him with a determined look. She puts her hair up in a bun. She is prepared for the fight. The kidnapper pulls out a knife. He takes out a knife and swings it at Rai. Rai dodges a few swipes and kicks the kidnapper in the stomach. The kidnapper gasps and lunges toward Rai with another attempt to stab her. Rai disarms the kidnapper but grabs the knife before it falls to the ground. Rai stabs the kidnapper in the shoulder. The kidnapper screams in pain. Rai does a spinning kick right into the kidnapper's face. This breaks his mask off. He falls back onto the ground. The kidnapper is an Asian man with messy hair and a thin mustache. When he starts regaining his composure, Rai takes a picture of his face with her camera.
KIDNAPPER:
D-Did you just take a picture of me!?
RAI DEMORALE:
Obviously.
KIDNAPPER:
Y-You killed me!!!
RAI DEMORALE:
Good!
The kidnapper panics. He picks up Athena's bracelet and runs off. Athena runs up on hold to Rai and holds her tight. It fades to black.
ALLEYWAY MAY 15H 2031
Ema Skye is standing in the alleyway. A bunch of police are in the background.
RAI DEMORALE:
Thank you for being here officer. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
EMA SKYE:
I'm always here to help. (Mild Happiness)
How are you doing Athena? (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I-I-I... I will be ok.
New dialogue option for Ema: Statement
EMA SKYE:
We got Rai's statement. Can we get a statement from you? (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Well... Rai and I were walking down the street... Rai went to pet a bear.
EMA SKYE:
Ok. Nevermind. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm sorry Ema... I'm drunk.
EMA SKYE:
That might be a good thing. I imagine this would be traumatizing. Next time, I suggest using a ride-share app for safety. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
I was safe. I had Rai. She's pretty and is good at beating jerks up. She kicked that guy's mask into pieces.
EMA SKYE:
Oh wow! (Mild Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. That was the hardest I ever kicked anyone. I might have done a lot more damage if he wasn't wearing that mask. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
You're my hero.
EMA SKYE:
I want to thank you for all that you've done Rai. That picture will help us nab this guy and hopefully take down his congregation. (Mild Happiness)
New dialogue option for Ema: Congregation?
ATHENA CYKES:
Congregation? What do you mean congregation?
EMA SKYE:
This guy must have been a member of Congregation of Good Fortune. (Intense Sadness. Intense Anger. Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
That sounds familiar. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear.)
EMA SKYE:
It should. The Congregation of Good Fortune are everywhere? (MIld Anger. MIld Sadness. Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Who are they.
EMA SKYE:
They're a cult. I don't know much about them except that they're responsible for many murders. There's another detective trying to take them down. He's more qualified to answer your questions. (MIld Anger. MIld Sadness. Mild Fear.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Why isn't he here? (Mild Sadness)
EMA SKYE:
He's on a date. I'm not bothering him. He deserves some happiness. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
How do you know this guy was part of the Congregation? (Mild Anger. Mild Fear.)
EMA SKYE:
.... He's wearing a mask resembling a Maneki Neko. The members of the cult are known for wearing that mask. Detective Sorrow might come to talk to you, so you can ask him these questions. He's more qualified to answer them. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
... I think I should let you two go get some rest. (Mild Sadness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Good luck officer. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
Ema walks off.
RAI DEMORALE:
So Athena, do you think you will be ok? (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
... I don't know... Where's my bracelet?
RAI DEMORALE:
The kidnapper took it. I think he was trying to salvage his failed kidnapping by getting jewelry to pawn off. (Mild Sadness. Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Awwwwwww! That bracelet was a gift from my friend Juniper! It has my initials engraved into it and a giant Amethyst.
RAI DEMORALE:
I'm sorry... If you don't want to be alone tonight, you can sleep over at my apartment. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
What about your aunt?
RAI DEMORALE:
She'll be sympathetic to you when she hears what happened. (Intense Sadness. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Ok... Sounds good.
RAI'S APARTMENT CUTSCENE
It is morning. Rai is sitting at a breakfast table. Their apartment is filled with a mismatch of styles. It's got a bunch of artwork (presumably made by Franziska) and a bunch of different anime memorabilia. The artwork includes paintings and illustrations of Rai, Phoenix, and Trucy. Franziska comes in.
RAI DEMORALE:
Good morning Franziska.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Good morning.
RAI DEMORALE:
Did you have a good time with your boyfriend?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I always do. How was your night?
RAI DEMORALE:
Ehhhh. A lot happened.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Oh. You want to vent?
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Ok, but first: hug.
Franziska hugs Rai. Rai hugs her back and picks her up. She puts her down. Noises can be heard from the bedroom.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Ooh. You brought someone home.
RAI DEMORALE:
... Yes. I think I should tell you what happened.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I'm all ears.
RAI DEMORALE:
Well last night I was working at the club and
Athena walks into the room yawning. She is wearing one of Rai's shirts. Franziska is shocked. She turns to Rai.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
........ PLEASE TELL ME THIS WAS JUST A HOOK-UP!
RAI DEMORALE:
This is not what it looks like. We had a mostly platonic sleepover.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Why!?
RAI DEMORALE:
I... I'll tell you.
It fades to back.
RAI'S APARTMENT MAY 16TH 2031
It fades back. Franziska looks sad.
New dialogue option: Good Morning
ATHENA CYKES:
G-g-good morning.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Don't worry. I will refrain from being unkind to you. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Eh, sorry. I have a bit of a hangover.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Rai is making some coffee for you. (Mild Sadness)
.... Rai told me what happened. Do you remember anything? (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
.... I remember bits and pieces. I remember Rai saving me.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. Rai is very skilled in the art of combat... Now I think should attempt some consolation. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
Franziska reaches over and pats Athena on the head.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
.... Feel better. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
.... Thank you.
New dialogue option: Animosity
ATHENA CYKES:
So ummmm. I haven't spoken to you that much since your trial.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
That was intentional... I have been avoiding you. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
.... It's ok... I've been avoiding you too.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
.... I know you weren't trying to hurt me when you exposed my crush. You were just following your mentor's teachings. It's also possible that we might not have won the case if it wasn't for my adoration for Phoenix getting exposed. It's also possible that I might not have confessed my feelings for him after the trial. I wanted to... but I might have chickened out. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Has your relationship with him been good?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It's been wonderful! It's been a little over a year and our relationship has exceeded expectations. I'm starting to get used to him saying I love you. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Good. I have noticed Phoenix being a bit more chipper since you two have gotten together.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Great! (Intense Happiness)
.... Athena Cykes, I know I should forgive you. I just can't right now. I see your face and it brings me back to that painful moment. I hid my infatuation towards Phoenix for years and it hurt for it not only to be exposed, but to be exposed in front of almost all of my acquaintances. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
.... I understand.
(Should I apologize to her? I understand why she's upset, but I don't think I did anything wrong.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I'm sorry Athena Cykes. I just can't forgive you while your face is still punchable. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
And my fist is punch-backable!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. You would have been quite the adversary to me during my prosecution career. You wouldn't have put up with my whip and you would've seen through my facade. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh... Thank You?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
We've been avoiding each other and that might have been a mistake. I think we should use a coping technique called "opposite to emotion action." (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Opposite to emotion action? What does that mean?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It means that you do the opposite of what your emotions are compelling you to do. It's like if you're not feeling like going to a party, you go to it anyway and you end up having a good time. I believe that if we start spending time together, then forgiveness will come easier. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
... That sounds good.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Fantastic! You being here in our apartment this morning is a stroke of serendipity! I extend an invitation to you Athena Cykes. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Invitation?
New dialogue option: Invitation
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Athena Cykes. I invite you to accompany Rai and I to the Auchi Onsen! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh... An onsen... I guess getting to see each other naked is one way to get to know each other better.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I mean, I have a pretty good idea of what you look like nude. You're a woman. I know what a naked woman looks like. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yeah. I-I guess.
RAI DEMORALE:
You seem pretty modest. You had me turn my back last night when you changed out of your dress. (Mild happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yes... Well nobody really has seen me undressed outside of my moms and a few lovers.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Moms? (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Mom! I meant to say Mom!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Didn't you study in Europe? Didn't you go to a naturist beach? (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Well, yes... I wore a bikini at those beaches.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Of course, you did. (Mild Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
It will be ok Athena. Franziska and I go there weekly. You won't be the only one there going to the onsen for the first time. We're meeting Maya and Trucy there. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Maya and Trucy will be there?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. I've been wanting Trucy to come for so long, but she's been busy with Sehrhart. I'm so excited to finally share this onsen with her! (Intense Happiness.)
Maya will be there as well. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
That's bueno.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It truly is. The onsen is a healing place and those two need healing. Trucy is exhausted and Maya is sad. This place will heal you as well. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
... I guess... Is it possible for us to do something else together later?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I guess... We'll drop you off at your apartment on the way there. (Mild sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Wait!... I'll go.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Great! Let's just get ready and we'll be there shortly! (Intense Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
You're going to have a good time. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I hope so.
(Athena, you just need to stop being a baby. It's just going to be a bunch of naked people. You're always naked under your clothes anyway.)
Franziska Liebe and Rai Demorale are added to the party.
There's a new location with a talk icon over it.
AUCHI ONSEN RECEPTION AREA MAY 16TH 2031
They arrive at the reception area at the Auchi Onsen. It mostly has white walls with some Japanese writing on the wall. There's a few vending machines on the walls and a shelf to put shoes in. There are two entrances with curtains over them. One for men and one for women. There is a sign that mentions a reformation program.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Welcome to the Auchi Onsen Athena Cykes! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
So this is where we bathe?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes! I come here almost every week for five years! (Intense Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Look. There's Maya and Trucy. (Intense Happiness)
Trucy and Maya are standing in the Onsen. Maya looks sad, and Trucy looks tired. Trucy looks different. She still wears her black dress, but everything else is different. She wears a long blue suit jacket, white flats, and black stockings. She no longer wears gloves or a hat.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Hello Maya! Hello Trucy! (Intense Happiness)
Trucy is still asleep.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
.............
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Ummmm, Trucy? (Mild Sadness)
Trucy wakes up.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
W-w-w-what? I'm up! I'm up! (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
How are doing Trucy? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I'm good. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
That's great to hear! How about you Maya? (Intense Happiness.)
MAYA FEY:
..........
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
....... Maya? (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
............. Hi. (Intense Sadness)
New dialogue option for Trucy: How have you been?
ATHENA CYKES:
(It's still so weird seeing Trucy in something other than a magician outfit.)
Hey Trucy. How have you been?
Trucy is asleep.
ATHENA CYKES:
Ummmmm, Trucy?
Trucy wakes up?
TRUCY WRIGHT:
What? What? I wasn't sleeping. (Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
Oh. Athena. I'm surprised to see you here. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
She was a last-minute addition to our group. (Mild Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
So you have forgiven Athena? (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
No. That will hopefully come soon. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
I haven't seen you that much lately.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Right now I'm a devoted student of Sehrhart Academy first and a human being second. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You have been overworking yourself lately Trucy. Your father is concerned about you... So am I. (Intense Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I'm fine! I have the summer off. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger.)
.... I have to come back with five essays to assist in five court cases, but that should be easy with Athena and Dad. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger. Mild Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Remember. I'm here for you if you need help. I may not have been the best attorney in practice, but I am still intensely knowledgeable. I must also say that there is no shame in slowing down. You are loved no matter what. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Thank you, Franziska. I got it. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It's just really concerning. You can transfer to Themis and you'll only have to do a couple of years there. (Intense Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I said I got it! (Intense Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
.... Ok. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(I thought Trucy liked Franziska. Why is she getting angry at her for showing concern?)
New dialogue option for Maya: Why are you sad?
ATHENA CYKES:
Maya. You seem down in the dumps.
MAYA FEY:
........ Yup. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
If you don't mind me asking, why are you sad?
MAYA FEY:
..... Pearl left. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh. She's left Kurain Village?
MAYA FEY:
Yes. Yesterday I found her gone. She left this note. (Intense Sadness)
Maya shows Athena a picture of the note. It reads " Maya, I'm leaving Kurain Village. I don't know for how long. I still love you, but it's been so hard since you've come back. I have memories of you being this great spirit channeler, someone who knew what they were doing, someone who would be a great master of Kurain Village. The person who you've been since returning from Khura'in has felt completely different. The responsible Maya I remember was replaced with a lazy, irresponsible woman child. I wonder what happened to you. Then I realized that nothing has happened, you have always been this way. My memories of you were just my childhood naivety. It's been hard living with you the last couple of years. I feel like I've been having to take up even more responsibilities since you have returned, which is confusing. Our clashing personalities have also made it hard for us to live together. You said that we could make it work because we're like the odd couple. Well, I finally watched The Odd Couple. That movie ended with Jack Lemmon leaving Walter Matthau. It's clear that's the path I need to take. If it makes you feel better, you're not the only reason I'm leaving. For my entire life, I've done what was expected of me and I've never figured out who I truly am. I'll take this opportunity to learn who I truly am. Don't bother trying to call or contact me. I've blocked your number and I blocked you on all my social media platforms. I need a break. Someday we'll see each other again, and hopefully, we will get along better. - Pearl."
MAYA FEY:
If her leaving wasn't bad enough: she had to spoil the ending of the movie. I had that on my watchlist! (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh wow. I'm sorry about that Maya. I'll be here if you need me.
MAYA FEY:
Thank you. I actually need your help right now. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
What is it, Maya?
MAYA FEY:
Can you lend me your phone? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Do not lend her your phone! She'll try to use it to call Pearl! (Intense Anger)
MAYA FEY:
Come on! I just need to talk to her! (Intense Anger. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
We are respecting her boundaries! (Intense Anger. Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Ugh! Fine! (Intense Anger. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Come on Maya. I understand you're sad, but you'll get past this. If you give Pearl some space: your relationship might strengthen. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
MAYA FEY:
.... Ok. (Intense Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Don't worry Maya. You'll feel so much better after you take a dip in the Onsen. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes! The onsen is the perfect place for you three to be. It will heal all three of you. (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
That brings up a question. Why are you here Athena? Why do you need healing? (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Well.. I'll tell you.
The screen fades to black. It fades back. Maya and Trucy look concerned.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Oh wow. I'm so sorry that happened to you, Athena. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
It should be fine. I barely remember it.
MAYA FEY:
I've been kidnapped before. It's not fun, but you'll get over it. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
.... Thank you.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Now let's go into the Onsen. We'll all feel better when we're in there! (Intense Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
The Onsen will definitely cheer all of you up. There's actually something unique about this onsen that you might all like. Especially you Athena (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Hmmmm. What could be so special about this onsen?)
Trucy Wright and Maya Fey are added to the party.
There's a talk and an examine icon over a new location.
CHANGING ROOM MAY 16TH 2031
They are inside a locker room. There's a sign on the wall with some rules. On another wall is a tapestry with what looks like ancient Japanese art. Trucy and Maya are standing around. Both are wearing a towel.
MAYA FEY:
Oh wow, Athena. You're wearing two towels and a robe, yet your ankles are still exposed. Athena, you whore. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Ha. Ha. Very funny.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I understand that you're shy, but maybe that's a bit much. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm here to be comfortable, so I'm going to be comfortable.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I guess that's alright. It's just funny that we have both ends of the modesty spectrum here. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Wait, both ends?
Franziska walks up. She is completely nude with the exception of her glasses. She carries a small towel.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Hello! Is everybody ready? (Intense Happiness)
Note: Since this takes place in an onsen, this story features a lot of nudity. It seems most onsens actually require nudity. Whenever we're going to meet a character in this onsen, unless stated otherwise, they will be nude. I personally consider this non-sexual nudity as they are acting and are presented the same as they would if they were wearing clothes. The nudity is also not exclusive to conventionally attractive characters. If this was a real game, the nudity would probably be censored with hair, a towel draped over their shoulder, or steam.
ATHENA CYKES:
(And of course, Franziska is already naked.)
Rai walks up. She is also nude.
RAI DEMORALE:
While I do enjoy this place, I always feel so naked without my camera. (Mild Sadness.)
MAYA FEY:
You are naked. (Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. (Mild Happiness.)
Oh wow, you're wearing a lot Athena. (Intense Happiness)
You also look a little red Athena, Are you sunburned? (Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
............
RAI DEMORALE:
..... Ummmm, Athena? (Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
.............
(Look away, Athena. You're making this awkward. Don't be a perv.)
RAI DEMORALE:
...... You must be very nervous to be in here. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Y-y-yup! That's definitely it.
MAYA FEY:
You two are definitely bold. (Intense Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
When you three enter that Onsen, you'll realize that you three are actually the weirdos. (Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Wait, is everyone going to be undressed in there? (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Just look at the sign. (Mild Happiness)
Examine the wall sign.
The sign has multiple rules with a cutesy illustration next to them. Some of the relevant rules include: "Nudity is required for customers in this onsen (We allow newcomers to wear towels and robes. We also allow some accessories like glasses and head wraps)", "No soliciting to other customers", "It is required to shower before using the bath" and " Body shaming is not allowed in this Onsen. This onsen is an area of acceptance. Anyone who body shames will be asked to leave."
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh wow. Quite a few rules.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I consider the rules here to be reasonable and they help establish a peaceful atmosphere. (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Oh, so we're required to be nude? (Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
The sign said some leniency is allowed for newcomers. They will allow first-time attendees to be garbed in towels and robes. The woman who runs this onsen comes from America, a land filled with ridiculous modesty standards, so she understands that some attendees will be shy the first time they come. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Who runs this onsen?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Suvia Payne. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Payne?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes, Payne. She is the wife of Winston Payne and the mother of Aikazu Payne. She is a very kind woman. (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You said you like some of these rules? (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. My favorite rule is the one against body shaming. A few years ago, I was talking about how I was ashamed of my self-harm scars in my therapy group. A fellow member of the group named Stephanie, who also had self-harm scars, suggested I go to this onsen. She said it would help with my anxiety about my scars. (Intense Happiness)
I was hesitant. Now I'm not ashamed of others seeing my "private parts" as I believe it's ridiculous that certain cultures have deemed those areas "shameful". I just was afraid of others seeing my scars. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
When I came here, it all changed. I started becoming more comfortable in my own skin. Soaking in the baths helped clear my mind... It really helped me. Since then I come here at least once a week. Sometimes I come here more often when I feel stressed. This onsen heals me and I believe it will heal all of you. (Intense Happiness)
Dr. Shannae Coyle shows up. She is currently wearing a pantsuit. She is in her late 50s but seems to be trying to counteract her aging with plastic surgery. She also seems to have tanned too often. She has dyed blonde hair that is in a Karen haircut.
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Well hello. I know you're probably all awestruck to be in the presence of a celebrity. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
???
New dialogue option: Who are you?
ATHENA CYKES:
Ummm, who are you?
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Who am I!? Who am I!? Is this a joke!? (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
..... No?
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
I'm TV's Dr. Shannae Coyle! You may have seen me on such TV shows as Good Morning Japanafornia, The Right Now Show, and the more! I also have my own show. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
Didn't your show get canceled after one season because some of the supplements you sold had nasty side effects? (Mild Anger. Mild Happiness)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
It was unjustly canceled! (Intense Anger)
New dialogue option: Supplements
ATHENA CYKES:
You got canceled for supplements?
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
They aren't just supplements. They're magic cure all potions! (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Cure all?
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Yes. My potions can cure any ailments. My best potion is the Shannae Shakes! (Intense Happiness.)
Coyle holds up a picture of a gross-looking drink.
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
These malts can cure cancer, incuritis, impotence, autism, and even regrow limbs. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Oh, you found a cure for autism. I'm just super happy about that. (Intense Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
I also have enhancement pills. Pills that naturally enhance and grow certain body parts. For example, you are extremely flat. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger)
MAYA FEY:
F-f-flat? M-m-me!? (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness. Mild Fear)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Yes. You can get the necessary breast enhancements with my patented Rack Riser! (Intense Happiness)
She holds up a bottle of the Rack Riser.
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Only $59.99 or 5 payments of $18.99! As for you (Franziska), I have a special pill that can fix those scars! It's called the magic eraser pills. (Intense Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I don't want to fix these scars! (Intense Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Well, maybe your future husband might not like those scars. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I'm not going to get rid of my scars for the sake of pleasing a hypothetical man. (Intense Anger)
Especially since my actual boyfriend doesn't mind my scars whatsoever. He says I'm still the hottest ever. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Well fine! (Intense Anger)
Coyle turns to Rai.
DR. Shannae Coyle:
Now as for you young lady. I can recommend........ (Mild Happiness)
Coyle looks up and down Rai's body to find a flaw to fix with her supplements.
ATHENA CYKES:
(Yeah bitch! You can't find any flaw with Rai! She's already perfect!)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
.... Well, there's probably something I can recommend. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
Do you have a pill that can teach you how to read? (Mild Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Ummmm, yes. I have Brain Power Plus! It will definitely improve literacy! (Mild Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Good. You should take those pills so you can read the sign behind you. You're breaking two Onsen rules. (Mild Anger. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes! You're breaking the rule against body shaming and the rule against soliciting to other attendees! (Intense Anger)
MAYA FEY:
In fact, the drawing of the woman in the "no soliciting" rule looks like you! (Intense Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Well maybe that rule was added for me specifically (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
But it doesn't matter! Because we're technically not in the Onsen! (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
Now you, the woman with the orange hair. I have some recommendations for you. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm not interested in buying anything.
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Are you sure? (Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yes!
TRUCY WRIGHT:
None of us are! (Intense Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Fine! (Intense Anger)
Coyle opens up a locker and removes all her clothing. She clearly had a lot of plastic surgery and is not really conventionally attractive. Maya, Trucy, and Athena look uncomfortable.
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
.... What are you three looking at!? (Intense Anger)
MAYA FEY:
N-nothing! (Mild Fear)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Are you being a pervert!? (Intense Anger)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Of course not! (Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yeah! Don't mind us! We're not looking at anything.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I can't believe it. I expected better from the three of you! (Intense Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
From the three of us!?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes! You three are looking at Coyle's nude body like she's a freak! Yes, she may look hideous, but that's no reason to judge her! (Intense Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Wh-what!? (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
This onsen is meant to be a place of acceptance! A place where all bodies are loved. Even a body like hers! Her body may look more leathery and stitched up than a cheap couch, but she has the right to be here as much as all of you! (Intense Anger. Mild Happiness)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Burn in hell! (Intense Anger)
Coyle storms off.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
??? Why did she react like that? I was defending her. Did I do something wrong? (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
I'm tempted to say no, but I'll tell you what you did in a second. (Mild Happiness.)
There's an examine and a talk icon over a new location.
SHOWERS MAY 16TH 2031
The group enters a shower room. Now this is an onsen shower room so it's built differently than a regular place people would shower. There are cubicles made of marble that have a plastic stool on the ground for people to sit on. The cubicles have a mirror, soap, shampoo, and a shower head.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Now this is the shower room. Before we get inside any of the baths, we need to wash off first. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Wait, we're washing off before we get into the bath? That sounds redundant.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It is not! The onsen is for soaking! Not cleansing! (Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Ok.... I guess I'll wash off first.
(I might be able to get a shower in a corner where no one will see me.)
Suvia Payne shows up. She is a 6'4 black woman. She wears a blue Karabela dress that is draped off her shoulders and a long head scarf. She is slightly broad, and slightly overweight, but seems overall in decent shape. She has a bit of an ethereal presence.
SUVIA PAYNE:
Hello there! (Intense Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Tall! T-T-Tall! Tall! Tall!!! (Mild Fear. Intense Happiness.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
What? (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Don't mind her. She is just like that. (Mild Anger. Mild Happiness)
Everyone, this is Suvia Payne. (Mild Happiness)
New dialogue option: Suvia Payne
ATHENA CYKES:
So you're Suvia Payne?
SUVIA PAYNE:
Yes, but you can call me Mama Suvia. (Intense Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Why are you so tall!? (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
...... I don't know how to answer that question. Genetics? My oldest daughter is even taller than me. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I guess that explains why Aikazu is so much taller than her dad. (Mild Happiness)
Note: This hasn't been mentioned before, but Aikazu is taller than Winston. Winston is 5'4 1/2 while Aikazu is 6'0 (Not counting her afro).
SUVIA PAYNE:
It seems you brought along some new friends Franziska. (Intense Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. This is Trucy, Maya, and Athena Cykes. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger)
SUVIA PAYNE:
I've heard about all three of you. I can tell it's your first time at the Onsen. Especially you Athena. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Ha. Ha. Yeah. I had never been to an Onsen before.
SUVIA PAYNE:
I understand some people can be shy, which is why I allow first-time attendees to wear towels or robes. I will say that as soon as you break through the modesty barrier, you will feel much better. (Mild Happiness)
Dr. Shannae Coyle walks up.
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Suvia, I need to talk to you! That silver-haired woman broke the onsen rules. She body-shamed me! (Intense Anger)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I didn't do it intentionally. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear)
RAI DEMORALE:
Hold on. Coyle, I seem to recall you body-shaming Maya and Franziska just so you can try to sell them your supplements. When we called you out on it, you claimed it was ok because we weren't technically in the Onsen yet. (Mild Anger)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Coyle, were you peddling your products again? (Mild Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Well... Yes, but it was in the locker room. (Mild Fear.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Was that where Franziska "body shamed" you? (Mild Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
..... Yes. (Mild Fear)
But Franziska insulted me. You should kick her out for that since I'm one of the most famous people here! (Mild Anger)
SUVIA PAYNE:
I don't care. You pay the same as everyone else. I'd rather throw you out way more than Franziska, so I suggest you drop it. (Mild Anger)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Ok fine! (Intense Anger)
Coyle storms off.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Thank you Suvia. (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
I'm sorry about Coyle. I should ban her. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Why don't you?
SUVIA PAYNE:
I always believe in giving people chances. Maybe I do that too much. (Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I don't know about that. People can change. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Not everybody. (Intense Sadness.)
New Dialogue Option: This Onsen
ATHENA CYKES:
So this seems like a pretty nice onsen.
SUVIA PAYNE:
Thank you. We tried to create the ultimate Onsen while helping out our community. We include a variety of baths. We tried to include all the positives of an onsen while excluding the negatives. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
The negatives?
SUVIA PAYNE:
This is one of the rare onsens that doesn't ban tattoos. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Why do many onsens ban tattoos anyway?
SUVIA PAYNE:
It's because tattoos are usually associated with the yakuza. I don't ban tattoos because I know that there are so many people who have tattoos that aren't associated with the yakuza. I also believe that even if you are associated with the yakuza, you should still be allowed to use the onsen. Maybe if they were allowed to calm down at the onsen, they would be less violent. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Your onsen is really something.
SUVIA PAYNE:
W-well it's not my onsen. It's my husband's. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
Really?
SUVIA PAYNE:
Yes. My dear Winston had two dreams. Becoming a great prosecutor and running an onsen. I'm helping him achieve both dreams. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Hmmm. She seems sad and slightly angry about running her husband's onsen.)
Suvia, do you enjoy running the onsen?
SUVIA PAYNE:
Yes! I enjoy it very much! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Isn't there anything else you want to do with your life?
SUVIA PAYNE:
No. This place is my paradise! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(So she's happy about running the onsen but is sad when she talks about it being her husband's onsen. I don't get it.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
So all you can do here is bathe? (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Certainly not child. Franziska can give you a tour of the place. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I definitely can. You mostly bathe here, but they have some monthly programs like a yoga class, a masseuse, and a brow technician. I get my eyebrows done here so it doesn't look like I hate everyone all the time! (Intense Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
One of the unofficial services we have here is what I call Advice with Mama Suvia. I like to give people advice and help them with their troubles (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
That sounds really nice.
SUVIA PAYNE:
Yes. I want this onsen to have an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. (Intense Happiness)
An older woman comes up. She is Asian with greying black hair. She is in her late 60s and is wearing aviator-style eyeglasses. She has a few tattoos of birds.
OLD WOMAN:
Excuse me, Mrs. Payne. I was wondering when the masseuse will be here next? (Mild Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
I'm deeply sorry. Jade is pregnant right now. It will be a few months before she can be available to give massages. (Mild Sadness)
OLD WOMAN:
That's ok. I just had a bit of a crick in my shoulder. (Mild Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Maybe Steamer can get it for you. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Steamer? What kind of name is that?)
OLD WOMAN:
That would be lovely. Thank you, Mrs. Payne. (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
You're very welcome Mrs. Shinzou! (Intense Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Wait! Shinzou!? (Intense Anger)
The old woman starts panicking a little.
OLD WOMAN:
Oh! R-R-Rai! You're here. (Intense Fear)
RAI DEMORALE:
How do you know my name? (Intense Anger)
OLD WOMAN:
Uh-uh-uh. I guessed! You know what Mrs. Payne, I think my shoulder is feeling better. I better go! (Intense Fear)
The old woman runs off.
SUVIA PAYNE:
What was that? (Mild Fear)
RAI DEMORALE:
It's nothing. (Intense Anger)
There's a talk icon above Maya Fey
MAYA FEY:
Mama Suvia. (Intense Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
What is it Ms. Fey? (Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
I actually am dealing with something right now and maybe you could give me some advice. (Intense Happiness. Mild Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Well certainly! (Intense Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
I just went through what some could call a break-up. My cousin who is sort of like a sister to me just - (Intense Sadness)
A grown-up Penny Nichols walks up.
PENNY NICHOLS:
Mama Suvia. I need to talk to you. (Intense Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Penny! I'm going to help out Maya with her problem! (Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
It's fine. You can talk to her real quick. My issue is complicated. (Mild Sadness)
PENNY NICHOLS:
Good. (Mild Sadness.)
Suvia, I tried your advice on how to deal with my bully and it didn't work. (Intense Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Oh really!? (Intense Fear. Mild Sadness)
PENNY NICHOLS:
Yes. I did exactly what you said. I went up to my bully and told them to stop bullying me because it was hurting my feelings. (Intense Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Really? That was the advice you gave?
SUVIA PAYNE:
Yes. What happened after you told your bully that? (Intense Fear. Mild Sadness)
PENNY NICHOLS:
She said "No shit. That's the idea." She then picked me up and threw me in a trashcan again. (Intense Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Oh.... I'm surprised that didn't work. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Really?)
PENNY NICHOLS:
Maybe it worked for you because you're really tall. (Intense Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Maybe. (Intense Fear. Mild Sadness)
PENNY NICHOLS:
Do you have any other advice? (Intense Sadness. Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
.... Maybe try to make yourself look bigger? (Intense Fear. Mild Sadness)
PENNY NICHOLS:
Make myself look bigger? (Mild Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Yes. Just wave your arms around and scream. Show that bully that you're not one to be messed with. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
PENNY NICHOLS:
But she's over a foot taller than me. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Well, you just need to act like you're a foot taller than her. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear. Mild Sadness.)
PENNY NICHOLS:
...... Ok. Thank you Mama Suvia. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
You're welcome. (Intense Happiness. Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
Penny walks away.
SUVIA PAYNE:
So Maya, what was your issue with your cousin? (Intense Happiness. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
..... It's nothing. My cousin just texted me and the issue has been resolved. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
How do you know that? You're wearing nothing but a towel. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
......It's my spirit medium intuition. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Oh..... Ok. (Intense Sadness)
New dialogue option: Giving back to the community
ATHENA CYKES:
You said you gave back to your community. What do you mean by that?
SUVIA PAYNE:
We run charity drives and let charities host events here for free, and we have very inclusive hiring practices. (Intense Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
What makes your hiring practices inclusive?
SUVIA PAYNE:
We are willing to hire felons. (Intense Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Felons!?
MAYA FEY:
That seems like a huge risk. (Intense Fear.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Maybe, but I'm willing to take that risk. The refusal for many businesses to hire past criminals prevents them from actually reforming. It makes prison a revolving door. Here I'm actually giving them a second chance. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger. Mild Sadness.)
So far, it hasn't backfired. Every employee here has a criminal record, but they've all been great. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Even Wai Bother? (Mild Happiness.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Wai Bother? (Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Wai Bother. She's worked here for years. (Mild Sadness.)
SUVIA PAYNE:
....... Oh yes! Her..... I don't think she has a criminal record.
New dialogue option: Family
MAYA FEY:
So Suvia, how's your husband and daughter doing? (Intense Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
They're both doing great! Winston has been a good chief prosecutor. He didn't believe in himself, but I believed in him. He's like a plant. A plant that doesn't receive nurture and care never grows. (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
What about plants that grow in the wild? (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
.......... He's like a house plant. It can't grow unless you give it soil, water, sunlight, and feed it whatever it is that you feed plants. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Isn't Soil, Water, and Sunlight how plants receive their nutrients? (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
......... Aikazu is doing great. She's been getting a lot of success as a prosecutor. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger)
ATHENA CYKES:
She's certainly.... something.
SUVIA PAYNE:
She definitely is! She strives to have a positive impact on the world. That's why I named her Aikazu. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
What does her name have to do with it?
SUVIA PAYNE:
A lot! Aikazu is a combination of the names Ai and Kazu. Ai means Love; Kazu means Peace and Serenity. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Really? That's what Aikazu means? I know this sounds weird, but something about her name always sounded somewhat threatening.
SUVIA PAYNE:
People keep telling me that and I don't understand why. I can't see how the name Aikazu Payne could sound remotely threatening. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
Wait, you said you named your daughter Aikazu. I assumed Winston was the one who came up the name because it's Japanese and he's of Japanese descent. (Mild Happiness)
Suvia starts sweating nervously.
SUVIA PAYNE:
Ummmm! Well, he did come up with the name, but I picked it. Before Aikazu was born, we decided she should have a Japanese name. Winston gave me a lit of Japanese names and told me what they meant. Ha. Ha. You know Winston told me because I don't know anything about Japanese stuff. Ha. Ha. (Intense Fear. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Why is she freaking out?)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Don't you have another daughter? (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Oh yes. Mariama. (Mild Fear.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Is she really THE Mariama? (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Yes, she's Mariama Alarie. World famous supermodel and Talk show host. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Why is she called Alarie? (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
It's my maiden name. Mariama she.... she doesn't want anything to do with Winston or Aikazu. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear)
........ I've been keeping you all too long. You should all enjoy yourself at the Onsen. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You are probably correct. We shall shower so we can soak in the Onsen. (Mild Happiness)
SUVIA PAYNE:
Oh! Before we part ways, I would like to give some advice. (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
What's the advice?
SUVIA PAYNE:
...... Always look both ways before crossing the street. (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
..... Thank you Suvia. I knew that since I was a kid, but it's nice to have a reminder... I guess.
SUVIA PAYNE:
What I said was metaphorical. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
What's the metaphorical meaning?
SUVIA PAYNE:
...... That's for you to decide. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
...... Thank you Suvia.
There's a new dialogue option over a new location.
STANDING BATH MAY 16TH 2031
They come to a peaceful-looking room with a tall bath. The bath has a sign stating that it's 140 cm tall.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Now that we're all washed off, we can find a perfect bath to soak. (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
How about this one? (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I don't think it's a good idea. This bath may excel in height, but it fails when it comes to circumference. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You're right. We might be a smooshed together if we got in that bath. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I'm deeply sorry, I forgot to use the restroom. I should probably use it real quick. (Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
Why don't you just go in the onsen? (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Because I respect this facility! Now excuse me. (Mild Anger)
Franziska Liebe leaves the Party.
RAI DEMORALE:
... Maya, if you go to the bathroom in the Onsen, I might actually lose my temper. (Mild Anger)
MAYA FEY:
Oh. Don't worry, I won't go to the bathroom in the Onsen. I was joking. (Mild Fear.)
There's a talk icon above Rai Demorale.
RAI DEMORALE:
Athena, I noticed you made a tent for yourself out in a corner to wash off. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Ha! Yes.
RAI DEMORALE:
You don't need to worry. As soon as you fully disrobe it will only take you a short time to get used to it. I was nervous the first time I went to Onsen too. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Really?
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. Mom took me to the Onsen years ago. I was nervous to be naked around others too. I refused to take off my clothes in the locker room. Mom told me to close my eyes and put my trust in her. She undressed me and told me just to hold her hand. I kept my eyes closed while I walked with her to the bath. As soon as I got in, It didn't take me long to become comfortable. I'm glad she did that for me. I had a nice time with Mom and it boosted my confidence to be comfortable in my own skin. (Intense Happiness. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
That's a nice story. Maybe you're right. As soon as I get in the bath, It won't take me long to feel comfortable. It does make me feel better hearing you were nervous your first time too.
MAYA FEY:
It must have been really difficult for your mom to undress you seeing as you're so much taller than her. (Mild Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
I was much shorter than her at the time Maya. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
..... Wait, how old were you when you went to the onsen for the first time?
RAI DEMORALE:
........... 7. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
!!!
There's a talk icon above Trucy's profile
ATHENA CYKES:
Trucy, since Franziska is in the restroom, I have something to ask you.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
What is it? (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Why were you getting mad at her earlier? I thought you liked her.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I do! I just don't like it when she tries to act like she's my mother. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
You don't like her acting like your mom? I thought you wanted Franziska to date your dad.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I do! She has been a great girlfriend to my dad. I'm happy they're together. (Mild Happiness.)
I just don't want her to act like my mom. Just because she's dating my Dad, it doesn't make her my mom. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
RAI DEMORALE:
She's not doing it out of obligation. She actually cares about you. She doesn't like that you put a lot of pressure on yourself when you don't have to. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I'm glad she cares about me, but I'll be fine. You don't need to worry about my relationship with Franziska. We get along great! We go to movies, we go shopping, we play games, she helps me with schoolwork, and more. We're great friends and that's how I like it. She's in the friend zone, not the mom zone (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(That's certainly a new way of friend-zoning someone.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I have nothing against Franziska. I just don't want a mom. I haven't had a mom for as long as I remember and I'm fine. Franziska and I have talked about this and she understands. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
..... I don't understand, but I'll drop it. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger)
Iris shows up. She is wearing a white jinbei with white ribbons. Her head is shaven, she has a few scars on her face and she has a look of weariness.
IRIS:
Maya? Is that you? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
Iris!? (Intense Happiness. Mild Fear)
New dialogue option: Iris
MAYA FEY:
Iris... It's been a while. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
Yes. We haven't seen each other since I was in prison. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
I noticed your hair is shorter now Maya. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
And your hair is even shorter. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
Yes. I shaved it. I'm a Buddhist now. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
Good for you. By the way, I should probably introduce you to my friends. Everyone, this is Iris... Iris is your last name Hawthorne or Fey? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
Neither. I don't have a last name. Not anymore. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Well hello, Iris. I'm Trucy Wright. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear)
IRIS:
I know. I saw your show. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Yes... I saw your review. (Intense Sadness)
...... So... you dated my Dad? (MIld Fear. Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
Yes. Though your Dad thought he was dating my sister. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
That's funny. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
It's not. My sister was a serial killer. She wanted me to grab a bottle of poison that she gave to your dad. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
...........
ATHENA CYKES:
(This would probably be the worst time for Franziska to show up.)
Hello, I'm Athena Cykes. I work for Phoenix.
IRIS:
It's nice to meet you. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Sup. I'm Rai Demorale. (Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
Rai? Are you Charlotte's daughter? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. (Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
I actually met you before. ( Mild Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Really? (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
Yes! You were a tiny little baby. Your mom had you strapped to her chest! (Intense Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
You know my Mom? (Intense Happiness)
IRIS:
I met her briefly. You were such an adorable baby. Now you're a woman. Ha! That makes me feel old. If I didn't shave my hair, it would be greying right now. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Iris is cheering up a bit now. I guess memories of a baby can cheer anyone up.)
New dialogue option: Outfit
MAYA FEY:
Nice outfit Iris. (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
Thank you. It's a Jinbei. It's customary. (Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Why are you allowed to wear it in here? I thought nudity was required. (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
It is for customers. I'm an employee Maya. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
MAYA FEY:
Wait, you work here? (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear)
IRIS:
Yes. This is one of the few places that would hire a convicted felon... Which is what I am now. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger)
MAYA FEY:
Why would you not return to Hakazura Temple? (Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
.... That place just invokes bad memories. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger)
MAYA FEY:
Oh.... (Intense Sadness.)
It's probably a change of pace working here. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
Not really. You can say that both places are meditative to an extent. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
Franziska shows up.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
My facilities are sufficiently evacuated. We can now relax without fear of a bathroom emergency. (Intense Happiness)
Everyone looks awkward.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
......I'm sorry. My description of my restroom trip was inappropriate. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
.... Yes... That's why it feels awkward in here. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Hold on. (Mild Happiness.)
Franziska points at Iris.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You! (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
.......
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
........
IRIS:
........
Franziska starts looking cheerful.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
.... You're a new employee! I'm Franziska Liebe. I'm a regular at this establishment.
IRIS:
Y-y-yes. I'm new. I started working here a couple of weeks ago..... I'm Iris. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness. Mild Anger. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Iris? That's a nice name. (Mild Happiness)
I apologize for staring at you Iris. You seem oddly familiar despite being a new employee. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
IRIS:
........ That's weird. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It is. Deja vu. (Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Oh, thank god! Franziska hasn't realized that Iris used to sleep with Nick! (Intense Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
What!? (Intense Anger. Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Maya... That was not only the worst timing possible, but you worded it in the worst way possible. You did that on purpose!
MAYA FEY:
........... I thought it would be funny. (Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I know who you are now! You're that nun from Hakazura Temple! Phoenix's former love! (Mild Anger. Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
Yes. That's me. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
................. It's nice to meet you again Iris. It's great seeing you out of prison! (Intense Happiness)
IRIS:
??? Oh. I thought you would be more standoffish. (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I will admit that I was momentarily intimidated, but I immediately got over it. Phoenix and I are very secure in our relationship. (Intense Happiness)
IRIS:
Oh... good. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
We don't have to be enemies because you used to date my man. We can be adults about it. (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
Yes, we can. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
I just want you to know that I have no desire whatsoever to get back together with Phoenix. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Good. If you did attempt to revive your relationship with him, you would not succeed anyway. We're very happy together. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger)
IRIS:
It's so nice to hear that he's happy. ( Intense Anger. Intense Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Thank you! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(I probably shouldn't bring up that Iris is being disingenuous.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Someday you will find love too Iris. (Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
I mean, I do kind of have a man in my life... but we're not dating. He just wants to be friends. (Mild Happiness. Intense Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Has he told you that? (Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
No, I just know because he's the type of man who will let someone know he's interested in them. I'm fine with being just friends. (Mild Happiness. Intense Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I'm happy for your friendship. (Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
So how about I give you all a tour of this Onsen? (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
That will not be necessary. You are a new employee and I have attended this onsen weekly for years. I'm certainly more knowledgeable on this onsen than you. (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
Oh... Ok then. (Mlid Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Franziska, she's offering to give a tour as an opportunity to socialize with us. (Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Oh! (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness)
In that case, go ahead and give us a tour! (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
Can do. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
Franziska and Iris are added to the party.
There's a talk icon above Iris' profile
IRIS:
Well, our first stop on the tour is this room. The room contains a standing bath. It's called that because it's tall enough to stand in. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Wow! Thank you for that insightful information! (Intense Happiness)
IRIS:
.........
RAI DEMORALE:
Franziska, that was a little much. You came off as sarcastic. (Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
My apologies. I was feigning enthusiasm; however, it was meant to be encouraging, not derisive. (Mild Sadness)
IRIS:
........Let's move on to the next room. (Mild Sadness)
There's a talk icon above a new location.
GARDEN MAY 16TH 2031
They move to a garden. It's a lush garden filled with flowers. There are vines growing on the wall.
IRIS:
Here is the garden. It's filled with many beautiful flowers. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Wow. Thank you for the insight! (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
Ok! If you want some insight, then I'll tell you the names of the flowers! These white flowers in the trees are known as the Sakura, they are the national flower of Japan. These purple and yellow flowers are a type of Iris called the Shobu. These orange flowers are the Kinmokusei. The white flowers with a tinge of pink are Ajisai. The blue flowers with pink centers are Asagao. Want me to keep going? (Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
By all means, it's fascinating. (Intense Happiness)
A robot drives up to them. This is an adorable robot with a smile. She is teal. Her torso is humanoid with arms, a torso, and a head. She is mostly teal but has a black LCD Screen for her head that has two dots for her eyes and a line for her mouth. Her bottom half has wheels like a tank. She has clean steam coming out of her.
ROBOT:
Hello everyone! Hope you're enjoying your stay at the Auchi Onsen.
ATHENA CYKES:
Woah! Woah! A robot!?
MAYA FEY:
Holy macaroni! (Intense Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
Surprise Athena. This is Steamer. (Intense Happiness)
New dialogue option: Robot
ATHENA CYKES:
There's a robot here!?
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. I thought you would be delighted by this surprise since you grew up with robots. (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
They were practically my siblings!
STEAMER:
Were they your bro-bots? Ha! Ha!
ATHENA CYKES:
I had a bro-bot and a sis... Sis- Borg?
MAYA FEY:
Wait, the robots were your siblings? (Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
They were like siblings.
MAYA FEY:
... Are you sure? Are you sure they weren't actually your siblings? (Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
... What are you saying?
MAYA FEY:
.... Are you a robot? (Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
What!? No!
MAYA FEY:
Are you sure? Your mom worked with robots and you said you were artificially created. (Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
I was artificially inseminated!
MAYA FEY:
That's what they wanted you to think. (Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm not a robot!
MAYA FEY:
Would you prefer the term android? (Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I prefer the term actual human being!
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Athena, I think she's joking. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear)
ATHENA CYKES:
She's not!
MAYA FEY:
I'm not. (Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Guys! Tell her I'm not a robot!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Apologies. I cannot think of a sound method of confirming your humanity at the moment. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
W-w-w-well I can! I was a little girl once! I can show you pictures!
MAYA FEY:
Maybe your creators were able to create the first growing robot. (Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
You saw me eat!
MAYA FEY:
Yes, and I saw you eat a suspiciously large amount of olive oil. (Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
That's not the same type of oil that robots need!
MAYA FEY:
Maybe your creators were able to make it so that you are able to use food as sustenance. (Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
What's your major malfunction, Maya!?
MAYA FEY:
None. Because I'm actually a person. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Me too!
STEAMER:
Is there anything wrong with being a robot?
ATHENA CYKES:
No! I'm just not a robot!
MAYA FEY:
I found a test on the computer that can confirm whether or not someone is a robot. We can do that test when we get home. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Ugh! Fine! I'll take that test as soon as I can!
New dialogue: Steamer
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Moving on, I think it's time to actually talk to the robot. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness. Mild Fear.)
MAYA FEY:
Which one? (Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Stop it!
STEAMER:
I'm Steamer. I'm the robot helper of Auchi Onsen. I provide steam, messages, comfort, and light-hearted wholesome robot jokes! What does a robot call its creator? Data! Ha! Ha!
MAYA FEY:
What about the robots who don't have dads? (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
STEAMER:
... It was a joke.
MAYA FEY:
Yes, but it's very insensitive to make a joke like that in front of a robot that was made by women! (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
STEAMER:
I was created by a woman too, so I'm allowed to make those types of jokes.
MAYA FEY:
I didn't know that. My apologies. (Mild Sadness)
New dialogue option: How did you get to this Onsen?
ATHENA CYKES:
So why does this onsen have a robot?
STEAMER:
I was donated to the onsen by Mariama Alarie.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
That makes sense. She is very wealthy. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Everyone is acting like Mariama is a big deal, who is she?
RAI DEMORALE:
Have you seriously never heard of Mariama? (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
She sounds familiar, but no.
MAYA FEY:
I don't know who she is either. (Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
She's an icon. She's the messiah for women everywhere. (Mild Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I heard Dad listen to some of her songs too. (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
Yes. She's pretty famous. Some people come to the Onsen just to see if they can meet her. It seems she doesn't come around here often. I have never met her. (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
What makes her an icon?
RAI DEMORALE:
She was a supermodel. She was popular in the modeling world due to her towering height. She moved on to singing and her career exploded. She had many mega hit songs like You're Super Disposable, Clinically Crazy Right Now, and Savage Slaughter. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I think I heard some of those songs actually.
RAI DEMORALE:
Everyone has. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I don't like her. (Mild Anger.)
STEAMER:
Really Ma'am? What is your issue?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I use to like her, back when I was at my worst. I felt like her music represented who I was, and that was the problem. Her music represented my anger and my superiority complex. It told me that I should act like I was superior to others instead of forming any vulnerability or form any connections with others. I can't hear those songs anymore without them reminding me of those dark years of my life. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I'm sorry about that.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
... Thank you. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
STEAMER:
I do apologize for your experiences; however, none of that is Mariama Alarie's fault. Don't you think you're being unfair towards Ms. Alarie?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You have a point if it wasn't for the fact that her songs represent how she was as an actual human being. She has been reported to be very abusive towards her staff. She even had a back up singer tied by her ankles and held upside down. (Intense Anger. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh my god! How was that legal!?
RAI DEMORALE:
Anything is legal if you're really rich. (Mild Anger.)
STEAMER:
I wish to inform you that Mariama gives millions of dollars to multiple charities each year.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Yeah, she donates like 5% of her yearly salary to charity. (Mild Anger.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Here's a joke I heard a few of my fellow models tell. Mariama isn't actually donating to charity, she's buying her way into heaven. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
STEAMER:
!!!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Her being cruel to her staff would be bad enough, I've had a history of cruelty myself, but what made me stop supporting her is when she started pushing anti vaccine conspiracies. (Intense Anger.)
RAI DEMORALE:
That is actually what got Mom to stop listening to her music. Mom wrote to her team after Mariama made her anti vaccine statements. She wrote that she had a little sister with autism. She took issue with the implications that having autism was worse than getting smallpox. The show wrote back to her with a letter saying "I'm sorry about your sister. Someday they'll find a cure." (Intense Anger. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Of course, that's what they said. (Intense Anger.)
RAI DEMORALE:
It seems in general, Mariama promotes bad medical advice. She's the reason that Coyle quack got popular. Mariama promoted some of Coyle's products. (Intense Anger.)
STEAMER:
I would like to remind everyone that Mariama is given freedom of speech by the law.
Steamer has steam coming out the sides of her head like she is a tea kettle.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
She has freedom of speech and so do we! We're using our freedom of speech to deride her! (Intense Anger.)
STEAMER:
!!!
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Her music always confused me. It always came off like it was meant to be hard rock music, but she made them pop songs because they're more popular. (Mild Anger.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Apparently, that's what happened. People have dugged up her early songs. They're just her pop songs, but they're performed as rock songs. (Mild Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
So she's a sell-out. (Mild Anger.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Yup. (Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It seems we're all in agreement. Mariama sucks actually. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
Steamer screen is red and a lot of steam is coming out the side of her head.
STEAMER:
Y-y-you can all have your opinions all you want. I-I-I have much to attend to. Have a nice time.
Steamer strolls off.
There's a talk icon above Iris' profile.
MAYA FEY:
...... So have you heard anything about Godot? I wonder what he's doing these days. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
He's not doing anything these days. He's dead. (Intense Anger. Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
What!? He died!? (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear)
IRIS:
Yes. He drove off a cliff. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Oh wow. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear)
IRIS:
I was in prison at the time in case you're wondering. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness.)
MAYA FEY:
I wasn't suspecting you. (Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
Yes, you were. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness.)
MAYA FEY:
Maybe I was a little. (Mild Sadness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Wait, I thought Godot was the murderer in your case. Why were you in prison at the time and he wasn't? (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
IRIS:
I don't know. Do you know why he wasn't in prison Franziska? (Intense Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
......... Who knows. (Intense Fear. Intense Sadness. Mild Anger.)
IRIS:
Yes, who knows. (Intense Anger.)
MAYA FEY:
It's sad that he's gone, but at least he's finally reunited with Mia. (Intense Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
...... I don't think they're in the same place. (Intense Anger.)
MAYA FEY:
What!? (Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
Nothing. (Intense Sadness)
There's a talk icon above a new location.
TAMAGO YU MAY 16TH 2031
They enter a room that is illuminated by windows. There is a square bath on the ground that is filled with milky white water.
IRIS:
This bath is the Tamago Yu. (Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Tamago? That's egg in Japanese, but that bath isn't shaped like an egg. (Mild Happiness)
IRIS:
Yeah. I have no idea why it's named after an egg. It's silly. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. Who knows why it's called the Tamago Yu. (Mild Anger.)
IRIS:
..... Ok Franziska! Why is it called the Tamago Yu!? (Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I'm glad you asked. It's called that because if you sit in the bath long enough, your skin will feel like it has the consistency of an egg. (Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
That's neat. I want to feel like an egg. (Mild Happiness)
Kay Faraday shows up. She looks slightly dusty.
KAY FARADAY:
Franziska? I wasn't expecting you to be here today.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. We usually don't attend the Onsen on Tuesdays, but today we are breaking our routine because of our guests. (Intense Happiness)
New dialogue option: Kay Faraday
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Kay, I'm surprised to see you here. I invited you to attend the onsen before with Rai and I, but you previously declined. (Mild Happiness)
KAY FARADAY:
Yeah, w-well I was busy those days. (Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It doesn't matter. You're here now. You can join us if you wish. (Mild Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
I do not. (Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Really? May I ask why? (Mild Sadness)
KAY FARADAY:
I have my own plans. I'm.... meeting a friend here. (Mild Fear. Mild Anger. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Oh.... Ok. I guess you like to go to the Onsen with your other friends. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Kay seems scared and even annoyed at Franziska's questions. Is it possible she just didn't want to go to the Onsen with Franziska?)
KAY FARADAY:
But I will make it up to you! The next you invite me to the onsen, I will say yes! (Intense Fear. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
That sounds nice. (Mild Happienss. Mild Sadness)
Our group is pretty full anyway. Maya, Trucy, and Athena are coming with us. (Mild Happiness)
New dialogue option: Plans for Today
KAY FARADAY:
So you were able to get a few more people to come with you today. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. All three of them are hurt in their own way, and all three of them will hopefully heal at the Onsen. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness)
KAY FARADAY:
Neat! I just came here to relax after exercising. I'm meeting a friend today. We'll relax and then go grab some lunch. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Who is this friend? (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear.)
KAY FARADAY:
Oh, you never met her before. She's just a pal from work. (Mild Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Does she have a name? (Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
Yes. (Mild Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
...........
KAY FARADAY:
.......... So you three are at the onsen for the first time? How are you liking it so far? (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
This is a pretty calming place so far. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
It's nice. I'm honestly a little nervous about going au naturale in the bath.
KAY FARADAY:
I can tell. I was a little nervous to go to the onsen for the same reason. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You never mentioned going to the onsen before. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
Well.... This is my first time. (Mild Fear.)
ATHENA CYKES:
This is your first time too? Did you not know that they allow first-time customers to wear towels or robes?
KAY FARADAY:
I did. I just didn't do that because... because I've never been the type of person who wades in the pool slowly to warm up. I've always been the kind who cannonballs in. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
MAYA FEY:
You know what, me too! I'm cannonballing in! (Intense Happiness)
Maya removes her towel and drapes it over one of her shoulders.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Congratulations Maya. You are the first newcomer to drop her inhibitions. (Intense Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
Yup. Who's next? (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
If you don't mind. I think I'll wait a little bit. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It's ok Trucy. You can wait til you're ready. (Mild Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Can we keep our towels on?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Of course not! Stop being a baby Athena Cykes! (Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
!!!
MAYA FEY:
Why are you covering up so much Athena? Do you not want us to see your robotic parts? (Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
No! I just don't want to be exposed.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It's funny that you claim that being nude is exposing because nudity doesn't really expose any new information. Much of what nudity would expose can already be assumed. In actuality, nudity hides more information than it exposes. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
How can nudity hide information!?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Think about it. How often do we make judgments on a person depending on their manner of garb? Clothing can occasionally reveal a person's wealth, interests, attitude, and even occupation. Nudity is not that revealing in comparison. Maybe you can make judgments based on hairstyle, piercings, or tattoos, but otherwise, nudity can provide some anonymity. (Mild Happiness)
RAI DEMORALE:
She's right. You can't tell who here is a punk and who does ballet. (Mild Happiness)
MAYA FEY:
I see your point Franziska. Everyone knew I worked in some kind of religious field because of my Spirit Medium Outfit. (Mild Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Everyone knew I was a magician because I dressed like it all the time. (Mild Happiness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
People definitely made assumptions about my occupation due to my default outfit... They did not assume I was a prosecutor. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
MAYA FEY:
I always wondered Trucy, why were you always dressed like a magician all the time? (Mild Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Just in case someone wanted to see a magic trick. (Mild Happiness.)
.... Nobody ever did. (Intense Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I want to see a magic trick! Can you pull off a trick right now? (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Well, I could but... (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness. Mild Fear.)
Maya, Iris, and Kay look like they're not interested in seeing another magic trick.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
..... I'm tired. (Intense Sadness)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Oh, I'm sorry about that. (Mild Sadness.)
You have time to rest now. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You know Franziska, if you saw other magic shows, you wouldn't find my magic so impressive. (Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
If that's true, then I refuse to watch any other magic show. (Mild Anger. Mild Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
.... You refuse to watch any other magic show? (Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. If my ignorance of magic show quality is the reason I find your tricks impressive, then I choose to be ignorant. I'm certain none of their shows are impressive or entertaining enough that it's worth giving up the joy your tricks bring me. (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You might really like their shows. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Perhaps, but I don't care. I refuse to let your magic be ruined for me. (Intense Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
Trucy starts tearing up a little.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Oh... Thank you. (Intense Sadness. Intense Happiness.)
New dialogue option: How's Prosecuting
ATHENA CYKES:
How's the world of prosecuting?
KAY FARADAY:
It's ..... good. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I detect some sadness in you.
KAY FARADAY:
It's... It's just that things are going really well at the prosecuting office... Winston Payne is actually a pretty good chief prosecutor. He's gotten rid of the violence in the courtroom by having penalties for the violent prosecutors. He's also made the prosecutors a bit more honest by removing all incentives to win cases. He prioritizes seniority over wins and losses when it comes to promotions. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
Are you sad the incentives are gone?
KAY FARADAY:
No. It actually removes the pressure... Winston Payne is a better Chief Prosecutor than Edgeworth. Edgeworth is not handling it well. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Good. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
..... Have you not been spending time with your father lately? (Mild Sadness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
My father hasn't been spending time with me. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
Really? Not at all? (Mild Sadness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
I only talked to him a couple of times since the trial. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
So you haven't even met Shinsuke? (Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
No. Who's Shinsuke? (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
Detective Shinsuke Sorrow. He's your dad's new boyfriend. (Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
My father has a boyfriend? I haven't heard of him dating anyone since my Mom. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
KAY FARADAY:
Yes. I think your dad decided to take advantage of his suspension to try dating. He met Shinsuke in a support group. (Mild Happiness.)
Shinsuke's father died when he was young too. (Mild Sadness)
He's a bit of a serious man, but I overall like him. (Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Good for him. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
I'm sorry your Dad isn't more involved in your life. (Mild Sadness)
RAI DEMORALE:
It's fine. I know it's not my fault. (Mild Sadness)
KAY FARADAY:
I wish your Dad told me about you years ago. (Mild Sadness)
I could've been such a bad influence on you. (Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Maybe. I'm a good girl. (Mild Happiness.)
There's a talk icon above Trucy's profile.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Despite not attending the onsen with me, I am still glad to see you finally use the onsen. This place will relax you. (Mild Happiness)
KAY FARADAY:
It can try. It's hard to calm me down. (Mild Happiness).
TRUCY WRIGHT:
So are you still antsy even after working out this morning? (Mild Happiness)
KAY FARADAY:
Yes. I exercised really hard too. (Mild Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Did you run all the way here? (Mild Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
Yes. It was a pretty nice run.... ???. Trucy, how did you know I was running? (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
.... I'm psychic. (Mild Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
What!? Are you serious!? (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Yes. I have ESP. In fact, (Intense Happiness)
Trucy closes her eyes and starts rubbing her temple like she's predicting something.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
My psychic powers are telling me what you were wearing at the time. Shorts and a sports bra! (Intense Happiness)
KAY FARADAY:
Oh my god! You're right! (Intense Happiness. Mild Fear.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I also saw that a car drove past you and you got covered in dust! (Intense Happiness)
KAY FARADAY:
Holy crap! This is incredible! This can help us solve some cold cases! (Intense Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Ha! Got you! (Intense Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
Wh-what? (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I'm not actually psychic. (Intense Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
You're not? (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Nope. Ha! Ha! You fell for my prank so easily. (Intense Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
Of course, I fell for it! You're standing next to a woman who can summon spirits and a woman who can read emotions! (Mild Anger. Mild Fear.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
...... Good point. (Mild Sadness.)
KAY FARADAY:
If you're not psychic, then how did know that I ran here? (Mild Fear.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You're covered in dust. I can see the outline of what you were wearing from the dust. Now since you were wearing a sports bra, it's the same to assume you were exercising. Since you were covered in dust, it meant you exercised outside. Now maybe you could've worked out at an outside gym, but since you're still covered in dust, I assumed your exercise involved running here. (Intense Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
Holy moly! That is good! That might be more impressive than if you did have esp. (Intense Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Trucy's observational skills are exceptional! (Intense Happiness.)
KAY FARADAY:
I guess we have the reincarnation of Herlock Sholmes right here! (Intense Happiness.)
IRIS:
Wait a minute, if you're still covered in dust, that means you didn't shower! (Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
!!! Ummmm. Ummmm. (Intense Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Kay, it is required for you to wash off before you enter the onsen. (Mild Sadness)
KAY FARADAY:
But! But! That makes no sense! I'm going to bathe anyway, why do I need to shower? (Intense Fear. Mild Anger.)
IRIS:
We don't want the onsen to get dirty. Go wash off. (Mild Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
That's just dumb! It's just a little dust. (Intense Anger. Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
It's not. Go shower! (Intense Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
What if I don't use the onsen? Do I have to shower then? (Intense Fear. Intense Anger.)
IRIS:
Why would you be here if you're not going to use the baths? (Intense Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
... I just wanted to check out the garden. I wanted to feel like Eve. (Intense Fear. Mild Anger.)
IRIS:
Go shower off. (Intense Anger.)
KAY FARADAY:
What if I don't want to? (Intense Anger. Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
Then you will be kicked out of the Onsen. (Intense Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I don't understand why you're objecting so passionately to showering. Do you have a tattoo you hid with makeup? If so, that's not an issue. They allow tattoos here. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear.)
KAY FARADAY:
No. I just think it's a ridiculous rule. (Intense Anger. Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
That doesn't matter. It's still a rule. (Intense Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Kay. Please. It's a small rule. (Intense Sadness.)
KAY FARADAY:
Ugh! Fine! (Intense Anger.)
Kay leaves.
RAI DEMORALE:
What was that about? (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I don't know. I promise you that she usually isn't like that. (Intense Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
(What could be going on with her?)
There's a talk icon above Franziska's profile
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You know, I wish this onsen wasn't gender segregated. (Mild Sadness)
ATHENA CYKES:
YOU WANT MEN IN HERE!?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. I wish to bring Phoenix here. We could sit in the Tamago Yu. We would become eggs together. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
You really want to drag everyone you know to this onsen.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. This onsen brings me joy and I want to share that joy with everyone I love. (Intense Happiness.)
.... Is there anything wrong with that? (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
..... No. There's nothing wrong with that.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Funnily enough, all onsens used to be gender neutral, but then Western civilizations came to Japan and put a stop to that. I remember Suvia saying that she was trying to get a gender-neutral bathing area built, but I haven't gotten updates on that. Do you know anything about that Iris? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
IRIS:
I haven't heard anything about that. (Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Hmm. I wonder if she ran into some financial issues. (Mild Sadness.)
There's a talk icon above a new location
INDIVIDUAL BATHS MAY 16TH 2031
They go into a somewhat dim room with many baths. The baths are circular and painted bright colors like blue, green, and yellow. These baths are relatively smaller than other baths.
IRIS:
The Auchi Onsen has many baths. Most of them are big enough for multiple people to bathe in. These are different. They are only big enough for one person at a time. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
How about we use these baths?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
No. There are not enough baths for all of us. We shall soak in a bigger bath. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
A woman shows up. She is an Asian woman with black hair, a ponytail that is slumped over her left shoulder and is wearing an Onsen worker outfit with beige ribbons.
WOMAN:
Hello Iris. Are you giving them a tour?
IRIS:
Ummm, yes I am... How are you? (Mild Fear.)
WOMAN:
I'm about the same as always.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Greetings Wai Bother. This is Trucy, the daughter of Phoenix. (Intense Happiness.)
Also, this is Maya. (Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
Oh, Wai Bother. I'm sorry I'm new here. I don't have everyone's names memorized. (Mild Sadness.)
WAI BOTHER:
It's ok. Nobody remembers me anyway.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
That is not true. I remember you. So does Rai. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
...... Yes. I totally remembered who you are. (Mild Fear.)
WAI BOTHER:
Of course, you do. We almost have the same name.
RAI DEMORALE:
.... Oh my god. We do. (Mild Sadness.)
New dialogue: Wai Bother
ATHENA CYKES:
Hello. I'm Athena Cykes.
WAI BOTHER:
Nice to meet you. I'm Wai Bother.
ATHENA CYKES:
Franziska just told us your name.
WAI BOTHER:
Oh yes, that's right.
ATHENA CYKES:
(There is no life behind those eyes. Why can't I detect her emotions?)
Wai, did you do any type of meditation today?
WAI BOTHER:
I stared at the wall in this room for the last 30 minutes. Does that count?
ATHENA CYKES:
... No.
IRIS:
Why were you staring at the wall? (Mild Sadness.)
WAI BOTHER:
Yes, I was. I just said I did.
IRIS:
No, I was asking why you were staring at the wall. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
WAI BOTHER:
I know. That's why I answered your question.
IRIS:
Just forget it. (Mild Anger.)
New dialogue option: You work here
ATHENA CYKES:
So you work here?
WAI BOTHER:
Yes.
ATHENA CYKES:
How long have you worked here?
WAI BOTHER:
A while.
ATHENA CYKES:
Do you enjoy working here?
WAI BOTHER:
......... Enjoy?
ATHENA CYKES:
Never mind.
Wai then coughs.
New dialogue option: How was your day?
ATHENA CYKES:
So... Wai... How has your day been so far?
WAI BOTHER:
I had a very exciting morning.
ATHENA CYKES:
Really? What happened?
WAI BOTHER:
Every morning I have toast, but this morning I wanted to be bold. I had oatmeal instead.
RAI DEMORALE:
... Oh wow. That's daring. (Mild Sadness.)
WAI BOTHER:
I know.
RAI DEMORALE:
...........
WAI BOTHER:
..........
Wai coughs again.
ATHENA CYKES:
Umm, Wai, are you sick?
WAI BOTHER:
Yes.
IRIS:
Should you be working right now? (Mild Sadness.)
WAI BOTHER:
It's fine. I'm not contagious.
IRIS:
Are you sure?
WAI BOTHER:
.................
There's a talk icon above Trucy's profile.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
So Wai, I noticed that the ribbons on your uniform are different than Iris'. Why is that? (Mild Happiness.)
WAI BOTHER:
You noticed my ribbons?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Trucy is very observant. (Intense Happiness.)
WAI BOTHER:
I decided to be bold and I added a little flair to my outfit. I changed the ribbons on my uniforms. Look at them.
A closer look reveals they are beige with some black in them.
WAI BOTHER:
Beige with a bit of black.
RAI DEMORALE:
Holy crap. You are crazy. (Mild Sadness.)
WAI BOTHER:
I know. I bought these ribbons at Quality Quilts.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Oh, Quality Quilts. I have seen that store a few times. (Mild Happiness.)
WAI BOTHER:
Yes. The store is where you can learn to make quality quilts. That's why it's called Quality Quilts. It's pretty clever.
RAI DEMORALE:
Oh wow. That's mindblowing. (Mild Sadness.)
WAI BOTHER:
I better get going. I have other stuff to do.
RAI DEMORALE:
Oh, man. I was just so engaged in our conversation. (Mild Sadness.)
WAI BOTHER:
I know, but I have to leave.
Wai leaves the room.
There's a talk icon above a new location.
LONG BATH MAY 16TH 2031
They go inside a room that is mostly all bath. The bath reaches toward the ends of the room. It is surrounded by rocks. The end of the bath is a giant waterfall. To the side, there's a small grotto. There are two windows at the end of the room. There is a samurai sword hanging on the wall.
IRIS:
Now this is the long bath. It's called that for... obvious reasons. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
There's a woman in the room. She is a middle-aged woman with dark blonde hair that looks like the spitting image of Venus from the painting. She has an air of elegance about her. Her name is Aphrodite.
APHRODITE:
Greetings fellow Onsen attendees. (Mild Happiness.)
New dialogue option: Hello
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Greetings. You're unfamiliar to me. Who are you? (Mild Happiness.)
APHRODITE:
My name is Aphrodite. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Greetings Aphrodite. My name is Franziska. This is Rai, Trucy, Maya, Iris, and Athena. (Mild Happiness.)
APHRODITE:
Athena? We have the names of two sisters of mythology. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Yes, we do. Funnily enough, I used to have a coworker named Apollo.
APHRODITE:
That is serendipity. (Mild Happiness.)
MAYA FEY:
We know you two aren't actually related because you seem actually human. (Mild Happiness. Mild Anger.)
APHRODITE:
What do you mean by that? (Mild Happiness.)
MAYA FEY:
Athena is a robot. (Mild Anger.)
APHRODITE:
Most people are robots. (Mild Anger.)
MAYA FEY:
Most people are!? (Intense Fear.)
APHRODITE:
Yes. (Mild Anger.)
MAYA FEY:
Wh-wh-what!? (Intense Fear.)
RAI DEMORALE:
She means metaphorically. (Mild Anger.)
MAYA FEY:
Oh, thank goodness. I was afraid I couldn't figure out who to trust. (Mild Happiness. Mild Fear.)
New dialogue option: Slightly Familiar
ATHENA CYKES:
Aphrodite. There's something slightly familiar about you. Like I saw you in an art gallery or something like that.
APHRODITE:
You might have seen me perform my music. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
You're a singer?
APHRODITE:
Yes. I perform more challenging music. My music is meant to help people think. Open their minds. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
(She must perform some kind of operatic music.)
New dialogue option: New
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You must be new at this Onsen. You don't seem remotely familiar to me. (Mild Happiness.)
APHRODITE:
This is my first time here. I should've come here sooner. This place calms me down. (Intense Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It is a calming place. That is the reason I come here so very often. (Intense Happiness.)
APHRODITE:
I'm going to come here more often from now on. Here I do not worry about the injustices in the world. Here I am just at peace. (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
So did you have car trouble on the way over here? (Mild Happiness.)
APHRODITE:
I did. I had to fix my car earlier. (Mild Sadness.)
...... Hold on. How did you know that? (Mild Fear. Mild Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You still have some oil on your arm. (Mild Happiness.)
APHRODITE:
Oh dear. (Mild Sadness.)
IRIS:
Really? Did you not shower either? (Mild Anger.)
APHRODITE:
I promise you, I did. I just missed a spot. (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness.)
IRIS:
Go wash it off now. (Mild Anger.)
APHRODITE:
Yes, I will. I'm sorry. (Mild Sadness. Mild Fear.)
Aphrodite walks off.
ATHENA CYKES:
She seemed sophisticated.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Perhaps I could become friends with her if she starts becoming a regular. (Mild Happiness.)
There's a talk icon above Trucy's profile.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
... I have changed my mind. I will do a magic trick! (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes! I was hoping you would! (Intense Happiness.)
MAYA FEY:
.... Yay. More magic. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
The question is: How can you pull off magic here with no preparation? (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I don't need any preparation. I just need my assistant: Mrs. Towel! (Intense Happiness.)
Trucy squeezes the front of her towel to look a little bit like a face.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
(Playing Mrs. Towel) Hello! I'm Mrs. Towel! I'll be glad to help Trucy with her magic! (Intense Happiness)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Don't cringe Athena! Don't cringe!)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Ooh! Mrs. Towel! She's married. (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Yes. She has already tied the knot. The real question is whether I could tie a knot with her. (Intense Happiness.)
Trucy undoes her towel and holds it in front of her.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
With a swish and a flick, I will attempt to tie a knot into Mrs. Towel. (Intense Happiness.)
IRIS:
.... So you're going to tie a knot into the towel? (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I will not tie a not into the towel. I will tie five knots into Mrs. Towel with a flick of my wrist. Now here's the question: Can I knot five knots into the towel, or can I not knot five knots into the towel? (Intense Happiness.)
IRIS:
..... Can you not? (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
That is what we're about to find out! Be patient! (Intense Happiness. Mild Anger.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Now Presto! (Intense Happiness.)
Trucy swings the towel a few times and then catches the other end of her towel on her hand. There are now five knots in the towel.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Ta-da! I can knot! (Intense Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes, you can knot! (Intense Happiness.)
Franziska enthusiastic claps. Maya and Iris are politely clapping, clearly not having a good time.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Now can I unknot the knots or can I not unknot the knots? (Intense Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I believe you can! (Intense Happiness.)
Trucy swings the towel around again and catches it like before. The knots are gone.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Ta-da! I can unknot! (Intense Happiness.)
MAYA FEY:
.... Wow thank you for doing that magic trick for us. (Intense Sadness. Mild Fear. Mild Anger.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I didn't do it for you. (Mild Anger.)
MAYA FEY:
.........
Trucy puts the towel over her shoulders.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You did an impressive trick with minimal groundwork. Good job! (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Thank you so much. I can tell you how the trick works if you want. (Intense Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
No, thank you. I want to preserve the wonder that was denied to me in my adolescence. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
IRIS:
I thought you quit magic. (Intense Sadness. Mild Anger.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I quit it professionally. I will still do a trick if asked. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It is admirable for you to give it up professionally. I imagine it took a lot of strength to give up a career that defined you for all your life. (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You don't have to imagine it. You did the same thing. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
.... I guess I did. I do wish I was part of your life before you quit magic. (Mild Sadness. Mild Happiness.)
I could've assisted you with tricks. I might have worn my own Gramarye outfit. (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
..... That would have been nice. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
What color would your outfit have been? (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Blue green! (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
That's good to know. (Intense Happiness.)
There's an examine icon above a new location
RESTING ROOM MAY 16TH 2031
The Resting Room is quiet-looking. There are mats on the ground with pillows on them. There are some plants in pots and a jade dragon statue. A black woman and a Latina are sleeping on a couple of the mats.
IRIS:
This is the resting room. This is a quiet room where patrons can take a nap if they please. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Do you want to rest here Trucy? (Mild Happiness.)
Trucy is asleep.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Umm, Trucy? (Mild Fear. Mild Sadness.)
Trucy wakes up.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Wh-what? What is going on? (Mild Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Do you wish to rest here Trucy? (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Nah. I'm fine. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
... Ok, whatever you say. (Mild Sadness.)
Examine a plant pot.
IRIS:
Now these plants are the Asplenium Antiquum. Better known as the Japanese Birdnest Fern. They are called that because of their birdnest-like appearance. (Mild Happiness.)
MAYA FEY:
How do you know so much about plants Iris? (Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
... I... I guess I just look at a bunch of trivia online. (Intense Sadness.)
MAYA FEY:
Ooh! I like looking at random trivia online too! Did you know that you can't lick your own elbow? It's true. I tried it. (Intense Happiness.)
IRIS:
I... I did not know that. (Intense Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
(Why is Iris so sad about plant facts?)
Examine the Jade Dragon.
IRIS:
Now this is a jade dragon. (Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Can you tell us anything about the dragon? (Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
... Not really. (Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
This Jade Dragon is relatively new. Suvia only bought it a few weeks ago. She told me that she got a good deal on it from an antique dealer. (Mild Happiness.)
Examine the black woman.
ATHENA CYKES:
Hmm. That sleeping woman looks familiar.
A closer look reveals it's Aikazu Payne.
ATHENA CYKES:
It's Aikazu!
Iris susses her.
ATHENA CYKES:
Sorry, I was just surprised to see her here.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Why? Her mother owns this Onsen. I see her quite often. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I... I guess you're right.
RAI DEMORALE:
Do you think we should say hello? (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
We should leave her alone. She's probably tired. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I wouldn't want to say hello anyway.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Why not? (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I don't like her.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Why do you dislike her? (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Why do I dislike her? Why don't you dislike her? She beat you up!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Are you still on about that? (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Why does she get a pass for beating you up, but I don't get a pass for exposing your crush?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Emotional pain digs deeper than physical pain for me. For example, I didn't cry when I got shot, but I did cry when Rai's biological father threatened to abandon me. The pain I received from the beating faded within hours. If Phoenix didn't like me back, that pain would've lasted longer. (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh... I knew Phoenix already liked you back at the time, so I thought I was doing something good.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
... Maybe you were. (Mild Sadness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Is the only reason you don't like Aikazu because she beat up Franziska? (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
No, I don't trust her. She seems disingenuous. She claims she wasn't after nepotism, but according to Simon, she's been receiving preferential treatment ever since her dad became chief prosecutor.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I don't see any issue in her receiving nepotism. She's a skilled prosecutor. I only take issue with nepotism if it benefits someone incompetent. (Mild Happiness.)
.... Like me. (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
It's not fair to the other prosecutors.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes, but that's life. (Mild Sadness.)
IRIS:
Well if no one wants to rest here, we might as well move on. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Are you sure you don't want to rest here Trucy? (Mild Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I'm sure. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Okay, we should be careful to not wake the sleeping patrons. (Mild Happiness.)
Athena walks backward a bit and bumps into the sleeping Latina. She wakes up angry. Her name is Punky Pequeña. She is a petite, skinny woman with shoulder-length hair that is currently messy. Her arms, legs, and back are covered in tattoos.
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
What the hell is the matter with you!? (Intense Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Damn it Athena Cykes! (Intense Anger.)
New dialogue option: My Bad
ATHENA CYKES:
(Caray! She's probably thankful this Onsen allows Tattoos.)
Heh. Heh. My bad.
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
What is the matter with you!? Only two people are sleeping in this room! You did that on purpose! (Intense Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
I promise you it was an accident!
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
I thought this would be the perfect place to get some rest, but I guess not! (Intense Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Punky Pequeña, I must apologize for her inconsiderate behavior. (Mild Sadness. Mild Anger.)
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
Is she one of your friends? (Mild Anger.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
She is... A coworker of my beau. (Mild Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
So your name is Punky Pequeña? Hello, I'm Athena Cykes!
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
I don't care. (Intense Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Wow. Rude.
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
You were the one who interrupted my nap! I haven't been able to sleep lately and you just woke me up! (Intense Anger.)
ATHENA CYKES:
How many times can I apologize!?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
One would be a good start. (Mild Anger.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Yeah Athena, you technically haven't apologized yet. (Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh, yeah, I haven't. Ms. Pequeña, I'm sorry for bumping into you. We'll leave so you can go back to bed.
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
It's not that easy! Once I wake up, I have a really hard time falling back asleep. (Intense Anger. Intense Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh... Whoops.
New dialogue option: Why are you Tired?
ATHENA CYKES:
If you don't mind me asking, why are you tired?
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
I have a big show coming up and I'm practicing like hell! I can't get this wrong! (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness. Intense Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You don't need to worry so much. Your shows are always impressive. They're always bombastic and pump me up. (Mild Happiness.)
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
Thank you, but I do need to worry. This show is even more intense than any other show I have ever done. It involves war, death, and high-pumping adrenaline! (Mild Anger. Mild Sadness. Intense Fear.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You will meet the challenge of this show. I believe in you. Perhaps you should relax in another bath for a short amount of time, and then attempt another nap. (Mild Happiness.)
PUNKY PEQUEÑA:
... That might work. Thank you, Franziska. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Rock on Punky Pequeña! (Mild Happiness.)
Punky Pequeña leaves.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Hmmm. Aikazu was able to stay asleep during all of that? She must be a really deep sleeper. (Mild Happiness.)
There's a talk icon above Trucy's profile.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Wow Franziska, you were able to calm her down. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I did? I didn't do it intentionally. (Mild Happiness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
You did. You did a good job. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes! I had a successful social interaction! (Intense Happiness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
It sounded like you two were friends. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
... I guess in a way we are. I'm decently familiar with many recurring patrons of this onsen, at least the ones who attend the days I do. I'm friendly with Punky Pequeña, but not terribly close with her yet. She's still on full-name basis with me. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Full name basis?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I refer to people by their full name unless I am deeply acquainted or affectionate towards them. If I get close enough to a person, then I will start referring to them by their first name. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
... Why?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It's a manifestation of my autism. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh.
(I guess I just need Franziska to be on a first-name basis with me and all will be good.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Crap! I just realized I forgot to introduce you to her Trucy. (Mild Sadness.)
The only one I introduced was Athena Cykes! (Mild Anger.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I'm ok. It wasn't exactly a pleasant conversation.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I apologize for Punky Pequeña's behavior. She is typically not like that. (Mild Sadness.)
RAI DEMORALE:
Yes. The stress must be getting to her. (Mild Sadness.)
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Her toes looked pretty scarred. She must kick a lot of things. (Mild Sadness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Her performances are really intense on her body. She is truly driven and quite intense with a high tolerance for pain. (Mild Happiness. Mild Sadness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
(I guess that's the rock and roll lifestyle.)
There's a talk icon above Iris' profile
IRIS:
If none of you need a rest, then we should probably move on to the outdoor bath. (Mild Happiness.)
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes! The outdoor bath would be the perfect place for us to soak! (Intense Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
We're going to be naked outside!?
IRIS:
Don't worry. There are tall privacy fences. (Mild Happiness.)
ATHENA CYKES:
But the sky will be open and there will be satellites in the sky!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Quit with your paranoia Athena Cykes. We're going! (Mild Anger.)
IRIS:
Right this way. (Mild Happiness.)
Dr. Shannae Coyle enters the room.
IRIS:
!!!
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
??? Iris, what are you doing here? (Mild Anger. Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
D-D-Dr. Coyle. I-I-I work here. (Intense Fear.)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
Good. I wish you told me you got out of prison. We could've had a chance to... talk. (Intense Anger. Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
I- I forgot to tell you I got out. (Intense Fear.)
DR. SHANNAE COYLE:
You forgot? Hmmmm. Well then, I'm going to go soak for a bit and then I'll come find you. It would be nice to catch up. (Mild Anger. Mild Happiness.)
IRIS:
Th-that sounds good. (Intense Fear.)
Dr. Shannae Coyle leaves.
MAYA FEY:
What was that? (Mild Fear.)
IRIS:
... It's nothing. Let's just go. (Intense Fear. Intense Sadness.)
The scene fades to black.
OUTDOOR BATH CUTSCENE
The group is at the outdoor bath. The bathing area is serene with rocks covered in moss and a walkway surrounding the bath. The bath has a small waterfall flowing into it. There is a small garden surrounding the area. Franziska, Rai, Trucy, and Maya all get in the bath. Trucy and Maya throw their towels to the side. Iris squats next to the bath.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Awe! This always hits the spot.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Yes. This bath is so relax......
Trucy dozes off and starts sinking. Franziska hurriedly rushes to her and grabs her before her head is under the water. Trucy wakes up.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Wh-wh-what?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
You fell asleep. You almost sank under the water.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
I would've been fine.
IRIS:
It's against the rules to have your head under the water. It is believed that hair is dirty and will mess up the bath.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
More importantly, the water is really hot. It will not be healthy to have your head under the water. I know you've made your feelings clear on this topic and I apologize for being pushy, but it's clear that you need rest. How about you and I go to the resting room and both take a nap?
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Are you tired?
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Not particularly, but I could sleep. You definitely need rest.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
Thank you, but I'm good.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Ok, if you insist... Maybe you can rest in here and I can hold you up.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
No, thank you. I think that might be a little awkward in this current situation.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
... Oh yes. I'm sorry. I wasn't thinking.
TRUCY WRIGHT:
You don't need to worry. I'll stay awake.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
.... Ok.
Franziska swims back to her spot in the bath.
MAYA FEY:
Oh, man. I wish I had come here sooner. This water is just so relaxing that I might fall asleep.
ATHENA CYKES:
Si! This bath is the best.
Athena isn't even in the bath. She's sitting on the side, still in the robe and towels, dipping her feet in.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
... Athena Cykes. You need to just bite the bullet.
ATHENA CYKES:
Aw, come on! Let me relax in my own way!
IRIS:
... I probably shouldn't be doing this, but I don't think Suvia will mind. You can wear your towel in the bath.
ATHENA CYKES:
Really? Thank you, Iris.
Athena removes her robe and one of her towels. She dips in the bath.
ATHENA CYKES:
Aw! That's nice. Iris, what was up with Dr. Coyle?
IRIS:
What do you mean?
ATHENA CYKES:
I detected a lot of fear from you when you talked with her.
MAYA FEY:
I don't have emotion-detecting powers and even I could tell you were scared.
IRIS:
... It's nothing.
Iris paranoidly looks around.
IRIS:
... I should probably go back to work. Have a good time.
Iris walks off. Franziska swims next to Athena. She puts her hand on one of Athena's shoulders.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Are you enjoying the bath Athena Cykes?
ATHENA CYKES:
It does feel pretty good so far.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I'm glad to hear that.
Franziska moves her hand from Athena's shoulder and grabs the back of Athena's towel.
ATHENA CYKES:
Umm, Franziska, you're pulling on the back of my towel.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I know.
ATHENA CYKES:
Please stop. It would be embarrassing if the towel came off.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Yes. Having your body exposed in front of a bunch of other women who are also nude in a space with requisite nudity might be embarrassing. Perhaps it will be a twentieth or a twenty-fifth as embarrassing as having a crush you hid for years exposed in front of everyone you know including your crush!
Athena realizes what is happening. A look of dread comes over her face.
ATHENA CYKES:
F-F-Franziska! I-I-I thought we were going to move past this!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
We will eventually, but right now I will get my revenge!
ATHENA CYKES:
Franziska!
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Revenge!
Franziska starts pulling on Athena's towel. Athena tries to keep the towel on.
RAI DEMORALE:
Franziska, please stop.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
But Rai!
RAI DEMORALE:
We're supposed to all have a good time here and she's just been through a lot.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
It's just a prank. A bit of tomfoolery. A bit of public himilia- Woah! Woah! Woah!
Franziska starts freaking out. Trucy has fallen back asleep and is starting to sink again. Franziska rushes over to her and holds her up.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Got you!... This isn't going to work. Trucy can't stay awake, but she told me not to hold her. There must be some way to keep from sinking under while respecting her boundaries.
Franziska looks around. She sees the towels and robe on the ground. She spots a tree that is somewhat close to the bath.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I need someone to hold Trucy for me. I have an idea.
Rai holds Trucy. In a quick montage, Franziska ties the towels and robe together to make a rope. She ties one end of the towel rope under Trucy's arms. She pulls it back.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Ha! Ha! Yes! Ingenuity! Now I just need to tie the other end to this tree.
Franziska pulls the rope towards the tree. It is barely too short to reach the tree.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Damn it! It's almost there! Maybe I should check the knots to see if I can reallocate the length.
Athena looks on. It seems she has an idea. She looks ahead and takes a deep breath. She gets out of the bath and walks to Franziska.
ATHENA CYKES:
Franziska.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
What is it?
Athena has her eyes closed. She takes a deep breath and pauses. She then removes her towel and holds it out.
ATHENA CYKES:
Here.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Oh.... Thank you Athena Cykes.
She takes the towel and ties it to the end of the towel rope. She then ties the end of the towel rope around the tree. Trucy is now being held up by the towel- rope. Rai lets go of Trucy. Franziska and Athena step back to admire what they have done.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Done!
Athena and Franziska get back in the bath. Franziska gets in next to Trucy. She lovingly pats the side of Trucy's head.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Now Trucy can rest as much as she wants.
ATHENA CYKES:
She must be really tired if she stayed asleep during all that.
Trucy opens her eyes. She smiles and winks at Athena. Athena is surprised. Franziska looks confused by Athena's expression. She looks at Trucy. Trucy has already closed her eyes to feign sleep.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
What are you looking at?
ATHENA CYKES:
Nothing.
Aikazu Payne then gets in the bath with them.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
Greetings fellow lawyers, future lawyers, former lawyers, and helpers of lawyers.
Athena frowns.
RAI DEMORALE:
Sup.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Aikazu Payne, it is nice for you to join us.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
I see you are all enjoying the baths of my mother's onsen. I just had a dream about all of you.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Really? What dream?
AIKAZU PAYNE:
It was strange. You all were having a bit of an argument with a frequent customer here named Punky Pequeña. I have no idea why I would dream that.
ATHENA CYKES:
Ha... Yes... I don't know why you would be dreaming that.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
Aw, I see you have Trucy tethered to a tree.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
She is fatigued by her relentless education at Sehrhart.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
I went to Sehrhart too. You can easily pass if one is willing to give up all distractions for two years.
MAYA FEY:
What distractions?
AIKAZU PAYNE:
Stuff like movies, TV shows, video games,... friends.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
I know what that's like and it's not healthy.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
You sound just like my mom. She was always so worried about me being tired all the time, but I turned out okay.
MAYA FEY:
How's your prosecution career going?
AIKAZU PAYNE:
It's been going splendidly. I haven't had a loss since Franziska's trial, and some would argue that one doesn't count. In a way, I'm still undefeated.
ATHENA CYKES:
You care about wins and losses a lot for someone who's doing this for the sake of justice.
Aikazu looks coldly towards Athena.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
......... All the people I have prosecuted have been guilty so I have been dispensing justice one criminal at a time. Being proud of my victories doesn't contradict that.
ATHENA CYKES:
Ok Aikazu.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
As I was saying, I have tasted victory many times within the last year. I have earned myself some opportunities in the field of prosecution.
ATHENA CYKES:
Oh, you "earned" those opportunities? I'm sure it has nothing to do with your dad being Chief Prosecutor.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
........ It doesn't. My father and I made a promise that he would not be giving me preferential treatment after he became Chief Prosecutor.
ATHENA CYKES:
Whatever you say Aikazu.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
........... I haven't done my meditation to block your powers today. I'm guessing you can read my emotions then. Can you read what emotions I have right now?
A big angry face appears behind Aikazu.
ATHENA CYKES:
...... Yup.
RAI DEMORALE:
Come on. Let's stop fighting and just relax.
AIKAZU PAYNE:
Fine by me.
Everyone calms down and settles into the onsen. Some time passes. Everyone is relaxed. Suddenly, a scream is heard. Everyone (except for Trucy who is actually asleep) turns their heads toward the direction of the scream.
ATHENA CYKES:
Was that a scream!?
AIKAZU PAYNE:
I think it came from the long bath!
Everyone who is awake gets out of the bath and rushes towards the direction of the scream.
LONG BATH CUTSCENE
The group, along with many other people get to the room with the long bath. Punky Pequeña is on her hands and knees. She is shaken.
FRANZISKA LIEBE:
Punky Pequeña! Was that you!?
Punky lifts her hand. Her hand shakes. She points her finger towards the bath. They all look. Dr. Shannae Coyle is lying on her stomach in the long bath dead. The Samurai Sword that used to be on the wall is now sticking out of her back.
To be Continued...