procrastinator
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Rue's route, Part IV: Princess and Consequences
Let's explore Carona a little bit.
I don't think I can afford this yet...
Selling monsters doesn't hinder our transformational abilities.
Oh, I see...
To celebrate this purchase we'll visit nearest tavern.
Ok, it's time to face this Rod. To the fields!
Who are you...?
Sure you wanna know...? Alright, I'll tell ya.
I'm Rod the Blade Star!
So... you're a swordsman that makes weapons?
Yeah. The best way to test my artwork is for me to use it. Nothing beats using my artwork against a great rival in combat. Gets my heart warm, know what I'm sayin'?
...
How about it, boy? You care to fight me? Your weapon caught my eye. My weapon versus your weapon. My heart versus yours. Let's do it. That thing on your back isn't ornamental, is it?
Alright. Before we fight tell me your name.
Rue.
Ok, Rue, let's see if you got some heart!
Oh, I forgot, I need you to pay up before we fight: 100G.
What!? Why do I have to pay you?
That's my rule. Hey, if you win, I'll pay you 1000G. The money just makes it a little more interesting. What matters is heart! So, you still up for it?
It's called Silver Breeze.
Rod is tough.
But our tactics are superior
Sure I will.
Unfortunately, it didn't go too well this time and we suffer a defeat.
I think the time is right for us to visit our basement dwelling friend.
You wanted to see me, Doctor?
I finished skimming through the stuff we brought back from the atelier.
Oh. Did you find anything about the [relic]?
Yes. The magician who lived at that atelier was also looking for the [relic]. It's written right here: 'My endless pursuit of the Aeon [relic] continues.' On the next page, it says: 'The Aeon [relic] is sealed by one of the highest orders of magic. Even my powers are incapable of overcoming it.'
The [relic] is sealed?
The Aeon who created the [relic] probably feared someone would steal it. So he must've placed a powerful seal to protect it.
It's probably very difficult to break it.
Yes, I'm afraid so. After all, the [relic] was sealed by a powerful Aeon. Like it says in his diary, even this magician couldn't break the seal. I don't think we'll be able to do anything, either, even if we find it.
No...
I'm still not finished. You see, the magician wasn't the only one looking for the [relic]. Listen to this: 'I cannot break the seal. Then I shall seek the powers of the past. Long ago, Grand Magician Elroy and his apprentices also sought after the power of the [relic]. I must see his research on the [relic]. I must go to Elroy's atelier in the underground ruins. I have made a key that will grant me access to his atelier. The power to uncover Elroy's secrets is in my hands. But I'm too late... I have fallen victim to a deadly disease. I cannot even walk anymore...'
...He couldn't go.
He must've been carrying a terrible disease. He worked so hard and even made a key, but...he was too late. It's very sad... So how about it, Rue? Let's uncover the mystery of the [relic] together. I don't know how far we can go, but I think it's something worth trying. That's the key made by the magician. With it, we should be able to enter the ruins and find Elroy's atelier. If we can find his atelier, I think we can find out more about the [relic].
Where are these underground ruins?
They are quite far. It takes at least half a day to get there by foot.
Doctor, are you alright? I think you should take it easy until your leg heals.
Ahh, it's nothing. A twisted ankle isn't gonna stop me from chasing my dream.
You need to rest, Doctor. There's no way you can take a long trip with that leg. I'm sure the missus and Elena will worry.
But...
Please, leave it to me. I'll go to the underground ruins by myself.
I can't let you do that! Those ruins are filled with monsters. It's too dangerous to go there by yourself. Let's go together after my leg heals.
I'll be fine. Besides, if it's dangerous, I should definitely go alone.
I really don't think that's a good idea.
It doesn't matter what lies ahead, I have to keep moving.
...... Alright... just promise me one thing. Don't overexert yourself. If it gets tough, just come back, ok?
Ok.
Good luck, Rue.
(...She still thinks I'm a Pollywog.)
Where are you going?
I'm going to the underground ruins to try to find more clues on the [relic].
Really? Darn...
What's wrong?
Well...there's a big lake right by this town. It's really pretty, so if you weren't busy, I wanted to take you there. Oh well... Maybe next time. Have fun at the ruins, Polly.
Elena, I told you before, I'm not-
Bye, Polly.
Before heading to Underground Ruins, it's probably a good idea to do some resting.
Shut up and take my goldz.
You do not dream often, but tonight the visions are vivid, indeed. Long have you walked, but now you find yourself back amid the trees of Carona Forest...
There we unleash the fury of the emprah upon the various xeno species.
Hey, I remember this stump...
Can't do anything about it at the moment. Back to genocide then...
Alright, enough of this, we've got a job to do.
There was a trace of bitterness in the Rue's voice as he spoke.
As always, the question. And the wrong question, as always. I have never known you, Royal One. No more than you have known yourself.
He was silent for a moment.
...Oh yeah, I remember... You're Mint, right?
It's 'Princess' Mint. Remember, 'Princess.' Got it, Rue?
How did you know my name?
I know why you're here, too. This entrance leads to another atelier. That's where you're heading, am I right?
Yeah, you're right.
See. You can't hide anything from me. So what are you gonna do? Don't tell me you're planning to go in by yourself. It's probably packed with monsters. No offense, but I don't think you'd last a minute in there.
...What are you trying to tell me?
If we split up and both look for the atelier, it would make things a lot easier, don't you think?
VOTING TIEEEEEM!!
Let's explore Carona a little bit.
I don't think I can afford this yet...
Selling monsters doesn't hinder our transformational abilities.
Oh, I see...
To celebrate this purchase we'll visit nearest tavern.
Ok, it's time to face this Rod. To the fields!
Rod is tough.
But our tactics are superior
Sure I will.
Unfortunately, it didn't go too well this time and we suffer a defeat.
I think the time is right for us to visit our basement dwelling friend.
Before heading to Underground Ruins, it's probably a good idea to do some resting.
You do not dream often, but tonight the visions are vivid, indeed. Long have you walked, but now you find yourself back amid the trees of Carona Forest...
There we unleash the fury of the emprah upon the various xeno species.
Hey, I remember this stump...
Can't do anything about it at the moment. Back to genocide then...
Alright, enough of this, we've got a job to do.
There was a trace of bitterness in the Rue's voice as he spoke.
He was silent for a moment.
VOTING TIEEEEEM!!