Maribel Hearn Quest - ACT 1

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>"We'll be back in a moment guys."
>Move to a more secluded section of the room.

>You beckon Renko over to a more isolated spot.

>"What did Koishi say to you ? I know it's important, else why would you have that reaction ?"

>"If it's something Koishi somehow knows, then why can't you tell me? I want to help if it's a problem Renko."

>"Merry, I'm fine..." Renko replies, "Stop worrying about it..."

>Oh yea, we can also ask about the "trapholes" and the burnt sign and broken bamboo in the forest.

>Why would you ask Renko about this?
>_

[Monarda]

I wasn`t going to ask her, but the rabbits around here.

>"Renko, please, you`re just making me even more worried, why can`t i know ?"

[Neovereign]

>Lets ask Reisen or Tewi about it when we can, since they probably passed by it.
>Renko has something going on, but it might be for the best if we listen to her and drop it. We should still be traveling with Reimu once she gets here, so maybe we won't have to worry about it. We just have to be more cautious...

[Monarda]

If you say so, God of Roll to Dodge (Will there be another one ?)
>Hold on that dialogue, i`ll save that for later.
>"I`m sorry Renko, i`m just worried about you, let`s talk about this another time then."
>How is our relationship with Renko ? Do we have any other things in common besides having powers and curiosity and the investigation stuff ?
>Go back to the receptionist.
>"?xcuse me, could you tell me why are there some holes on the way here ? And who dug them ?"
>Pet cute rabbit.

[Neovereign]

^{//I am no god. If anything, I'm a kid who screwed up the system. Just look at the earlier posts. _{In all honesty, I was intimidated by Seari-...that Maribel person trying to dominate everything.} (Then again, it's not like Kanako and Suwako haven't screwed things up once or twice.) Probably won't do another one, not just because of that, but also because I wanna try my hands at a "quest" seeing as there are barely any. Have almost everything ready for it, but I'm busy procrastinating trying to figure out ways to prepare myself more before starting...}

>Feeling a little betrayed that Renko's keeping this stuff from us, especially since Koishi knows too.

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>"Renko, please, you`re just making me even more worried, why can`t i know ?"

>Renko has something going on, but it might be for the best if we listen to her and drop it. We should still be traveling with Reimu once she gets here, so maybe we won't have to worry about it. We just have to be more cautious...

>Hold on that dialogue, i`ll save that for later.

>You feel that pressing this issue further is probably not the best thing to do at this time...

>"I`m sorry Renko, i`m just worried about you, let`s talk about this another time then."

>"Oh... Okay..."

>How is our relationship with Renko ? Do we have any other things in common besides having powers and curiosity and the investigation stuff ?

>She is your best friend. The two of you have been friends since high school. You share several common interests in addition to the love for the supernatural, an example would be that the two of you enjoy some of the same TV shows and books.

>Feeling a little betrayed that Renko's keeping this stuff from us, especially since Koishi knows too.

>This isn't like her. You feel a little hurt by this unexplained secrecy.

>Lets ask Reisen or Tewi about it when we can, since they probably passed by it.

>You decide to ask Reisen or Tewi about the trap later.

>Go back to the receptionist.
>"?xcuse me, could you tell me why are there some holes on the way here ? And who dug them ?"

>However you decide to ask the receptionist as well, and approach her with your question.
>"Oh, that." The receptionist replies, "Some of us rabbit youkai are pranksters. Tewi is among the most notable, but Tewi would never make a trap on the main road. In fact, it's against the rules to make traps there. The rabbit or rabbits responsible will probably be punished if they were found out."

>Pet cute rabbit.

>You get hit with a harassment lawsuit.
>FISSION MAILED!
>EMIT?     >CONTINENT?
>_

[the old guy]

> Ask about Youkai Rabbit society. After all, we are paranormal investigators.

[Neovereign]

>"I guess, now, we wait until we can go see Mamizou."
>Check the sky outside.

[Monarda]

>PET ALL THE RABBITS !
>Also ask about the reason why the Moon Rabbits came to earth.
>After checking sky. Search for Tewi. and pet her.

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

> Ask about Youkai Rabbit society. After all, we are paranormal investigators.

>"Oh?" the receptionist replies "Well, we mostly just pound mochi and run the place, helping Dr. Yagokoro when we can. When we're not doing that, we like to have fun and play pranks on people."

>PET ALL THE RABBITS !

>It's possible that you may have a problem...

>Also ask about the reason why the Moon Rabbits came to earth.

>"Moon Rabbits? Oh, you mean Reisen? From what I understand, she fled from the moon several decades ago to escape some war or something... I don't really know the details"

>"I guess, now, we wait until we can go see Mamizou."

>Kosuzu and Renko nod.

>Check the sky outside.

>You check the sky. You think you see an approaching figure in the air. It's hard to make out at this distance, but it looks red and white.

>After checking sky. Search for Tewi. and pet her.

>You think you see Tewi in the courtyard, watching over some of the mochi-pounders.
>You run up to her and pet her. Her neck starts extending...
>_

[Neovereign]

>Head over to Tewi. Watch the ground for traps though. That one rabbit said that most of the rabbits were pranksters, and that Tewi was a notable one.
>"Hey Tewi. Thanks for helping us and Mamizou out..."
>"Do you mind if I,- I mean....could I...um...pet you?"
>Such a difficult question to ask. Are they more like rabbits? Do they like being pet? Or are they more like people, where petting would be awkward?

[Monarda]

>Oh yeah."Also, do you know who dug holes on the path here ? According to the receptionist it's not allowed."
It's not a problem, i just miss my bunny pet ;-;

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>Head over to Tewi. Watch the ground for traps though. That one rabbit said that most of the rabbits were pranksters, and that Tewi was a notable one.

>You carefully make your way over to Tewi.

>"Hey Tewi. Thanks for helping us and Mamizou out..."

>"Hey, no problem... Um... What was your name again...?"

>"Do you mind if I,- I mean....could I...um...pet you?"

>"E-EH!?!?! N-NO! YOU MAY NOT PET ME!!" Tewi exclaims, blushing slightly.

>Such a difficult question to ask. Are they more like rabbits? Do they like being pet? Or are they more like people, where petting would be awkward?

>You honestly don't know how rabbit youkai would react to being pet, but judging from Tewi's reaction, you would guess the latter is true...

>Oh yeah."Also, do you know who dug holes on the path here ? According to the receptionist it's not allowed."

>"Yup, it's definitely not allowed. It honestly could've been anyone here... Meaning we can't do anything about it punishment-wise until we figure out exactly who did it, which is easier said than done..."
>_

[Neovereign]

>"It's Maribel. And, I'm sorry. I didn't know you would be so against it."
>Leave Tewi to her selfishness shenanigans observing.
>The flying red and white thing could be Reimu. We haven't really seen anything else like that.
>Wave at it

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>"It's Maribel. And, I'm sorry. I didn't know you would be so against it."

>"It's fine."

>Leave Tewi to her selfishness shenanigans observing.

>You leave Tewi to her business.

>The flying red and white thing could be Reimu. We haven't really seen anything else like that.
>Wave at it

>You wave at the rapidly approaching figure. It does not seem to respond.

>The figure lands in the courtyard, and it's immediately apparent that it's not Reimu. It's actually the white-haired girl from one of your dreams. She looks incredibly pissed at something, and she begins quickly marching up to the door, fists clenched.
>_

[Monarda]

Hmmm....
>That girl actually seemed to notice us on our dreams right ?
>Is she looking at us ?
>Examine White-haired girl.
>"Miss ? Are you okay ? Is this about Mamizou ?"
>Use Koishi's Pan as shield if she attacks us

[Neovereign]

>Follow her, but not too closely. Don't want to risk examining those clenched fists in detail...
>Kozusu identified her as "Miss Fujiwara" to us before, and said that she wanders the forest and likes to help humans out. We also saw her engulfed in flames in that dream. That wandering bit explains how she seems to know where this rabbit hospital is, and it wouldn't be a long shot to think that she was helped with her wounds after the fire. It explains her being on fire earlier and the burnt path, but not what started the fire in the first place.
>Sealing Club Detective Merry strikes again!

[the old guy]

> Ask Tewi if she knows who this is.

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>That girl actually seemed to notice us on our dreams right ?

>You know some youkai could, but you aren't sure if she ever noticed you.

>Kozusu identified her as "Miss Fujiwara" to us before, and said that she wanders the forest and likes to help humans out. We also saw her engulfed in flames in that dream. That wandering bit explains how she seems to know where this rabbit hospital is, and it wouldn't be a long shot to think that she was helped with her wounds after the fire. It explains her being on fire earlier and the burnt path, but not what started the fire in the first place.
>Sealing Club Detective Merry strikes again!

>Things seem to be coming together it seems...

>Follow her, but not too closely. Don't want to risk examining those clenched fists in detail...

>You begin following the girl.

>Is she looking at us ?

>She is not.

>Examine White-haired girl.

>She has a red and white bow in her long, white hair. She's wearing a white shirt with red overalls. The overalls seem to be covered in some sort of charms. There are a few tied into her hair as well.

>"Miss ? Are you okay ? Is this about Mamizou ?"

>Her attention snaps to you.
>"This is none of your business. Stay away if you know what's good for you."

> Ask Tewi if she knows who this is.

>You are too far from Tewi, going to ask her would mean getting farther away from the girl.

>Use Koishi's Pan as shield if she attacks us

>Wait? You mean you didn't grab the pan?
>You are incinerated.

>The girl violently kicks open the door to Eientei.
>"WHERE IS SHE!? WHERE IS THAT BITCH HIDING!?" she yells. All the rabbits in the hall back away. Kosuzu and Renko look completely surprised while Koishi is unfazed.
>_

[Monarda]

Wow. Even i didn't expect that.
>Observe closely, but not too close to avoid unecessary injuries.
>Whisper "Koishi, how are you not surprised by this ?"
>Keep following the white-haired girl if she goes to another area.
>Use our restore staff to remove her beserk status, if failed then use our Pegasus Knight-like avoid rate to dodge the counter.

[Neovereign]

//Wow, so ready to waste equipment... Whatever, it's not that rare, and we'll be visiting Rinnosuke later anyways.
>Let's just stick by Renko and the others. We told her that we wouldn't run off without _{^{(at least telling)}} her again. And doing so with someone like this is just asking for trouble.
>"H-Hey, why's she so angry?"

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>Observe closely, but not too close to avoid unecessary injuries.

>You continue to observe the girl.
>"Um... S-Shouldn't she be in her room...? A-As usual?" The receptionist nervously stammers.
>"Of course she would! Why would I ever think that lazy bitch would be anywhere else!" The girl starts walking away from the counter.

>Whisper "Koishi, how are you not surprised by this ?"

>"Huh? Am I supposed to? Is this a surprising moment? Is there a reason to be surprised?"

>Keep following the white-haired girl if she goes to another area.

>Let's just stick by Renko and the others. We told her that we wouldn't run off without _{^{(at least telling)}} her again. And doing so with someone like this is just asking for trouble.

>You're tempted to keep following the white-haired girl if she continues moving, but you decide that it would probably be better to stick with Renko and the others.

>"H-Hey, why's she so angry?"

>"No clue..." Renko replies
>"I think that's Miss Fujiwara..." Kosuzu mutters.
>"Because she is?" Koishi asks.

>Use our restore staff to remove her beserk status, if failed then use our Pegasus Knight-like avoid rate to dodge the counter.

>You do not have a restore staff.

>Fuming, the white-haired girl begins to storm off down a hall, before her eyes fall on Renko. She immediately stops, and seems to forget her anger in that moment. She looks slightly surprised.
>_

[Neovereign]

>"D-Don't tell me Renko reminds you of someone too..."
>This isn't fair. Renko is getting all of the attention. And she also doesn't want us to worry when there's something up. We can't even enjoy the things Gensokyo has to offer with her because of these.

>"Because she is?" Koishi asks.

Mokou: "I hate, therefore I am."

[Monarda]

>AGHHHH ! Why just Renko ? Renko experiences a murder attempt, Renko is told something that seems crucial, now some angry lady is staring at her as if she knows her. No fair...  I'm okay now.
>"Renko, do you know her ?"
>Are you sure ? I'm sure there's one with Koishi, well, make note to resupply at nearby shop.

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>"D-Don't tell me Renko reminds you of someone too..."

>"Sorry, I mistook her for someone else at first..." the girl says calmly as she approaches, eyeing Renko curiously, "Forgive me for staring."
>"It's fine...? I guess?" Renko replies.

>This isn't fair. Renko is getting all of the attention. And she also doesn't want us to worry when there's something up. We can't even enjoy the things Gensokyo has to offer with her because of these.

>AGHHHH ! Why just Renko ? Renko experiences a murder attempt, Renko is told something that seems crucial, now some angry lady is staring at her as if she knows her. No fair...  I'm okay now.

>All the fun stuff seems to be happening to Renko today. It isn't fair! This is he land of your dreams! She's only along for the ride!
>Parsee Modo activated.

>"Renko, do you know her ?"

>"Of course not. I've never seen this person before in my life..."

>Are you sure ? I'm sure there's one with Koishi, well, make note to resupply at nearby shop.

>Koishi refuses to share it.

>_

[Monarda]

>"Do you guys think we should follow her ? I mean, this is pretty strange and i admit i am quite curious."
>Where is the White-haired Lady going now?

[Neovereign]

>^{"Seems like everyone else has known you all their lives...Ren-ko."
>Paru Paru}
>"Um, who does Renko remind you of exactly? This is the second instance."

[Evil_Nazgul0616]

>^{"Seems like everyone else has known you all their lives...Ren-ko."}

>"H-huh!?!" Renko replies.

^{>Paru Paru}

>Your Parsee level increased!

>"Um, who does Renko remind you of exactly? This is the second instance."

>"Well um... She reminds me of someone I knew years ago..." says the white-haired girl, "She was one of the few people I considered a friend... She vanished without a trace seven years ago..."

>Where is the White-haired Lady going now?

>Nowhere, at the moment.

>"Do you guys think we should follow her ? I mean, this is pretty strange and i admit i am quite curious."

>"You probably shouldn't." says the white-haired girl, "I don't like having bystanders caught in the crossfire... Now, if you'll excuse me. I have a bitch to murder." She storms off down a nearby hall, her anger renewed.
>_

[Neovereign]

>"W-W-Wait, she's going to go KILL someone!?!? S-Someone stop her!"

[Monarda]

>What do we do ? We can't let another murder attempt to happen !
>Use the Miko Signal to call Reimu
>"Renko, what now ? If she goes through, things will go from tense to haywire in a instant."
>Ask the receptionist who that Lady is looking for.