Okuu Quest Next - A Z-Machine Adventure

[Seian Verian]

I didn't want to take her money :| But it had already been done by the time I got back to see it. Maybe it can be undone...

> Feel guilt wash over us.
> "Actually, Parsee... Maybe we shouldn't take her money after all. It doesn't feel right..."
> Give the portion that Parsee handed to us back to Nue.

[Rin Kagamine]

Y'all are jackasses you know. You just fucking mugged Nue. I mean, yeah, she was following you, but do you REALLY think Satori would approve of this rough behavior? Seriously, you all should have let her go with the black eye.

There's a plan in play.

> Ask Parsee if we need anything more from Nue.
> If not, ask Parsee to wait outside the alley, since we still have a few more words for Nue.
> Once Parsee leaves, crouch down to Nue and whisper.
> "I know you said you didn't know why the Scarlets asked you to investigate me, but the truth is that I need some help.  All day I've been feeling like something is amiss here in Gensokyo.  I can't put my finger on it, but everything just feels wrong.  As a result, I'm looking around.  I have no idea what exactly I'm looking for, but I'm following up any kind of lead I can manage.  You seem to be someone valuable to know, and I'd like to stay in contact.  I'm truly sorry for hitting you, but I just had to catch up to you.  I need to cast as many nets as I can.  Would you be willing to help?"
> What denomination are the bills Parsee gave us in?

I didn't want to take her money :| But it had already been done by the time I got back to see it. Maybe it can be undone...

> Feel guilt wash over us.
> "Actually, Parsee... Maybe we shouldn't take her money after all. It doesn't feel right..."
> Give the portion that Parsee handed to us back to Nue.

>Don't do this yet, we need leverage.

[Seian Verian]

>Don't do this yet, we need leverage.

Wouldn't it, you know, be helpful if she DIDN'T hate us? Even if we give her what we got back now, we still just let Parsee take the other 500. But if we at least make the effort to get Parsee to give it back, that will be more helpful at least, and we could feel less horrible about ourselves. Even if that less is only slightly less because we still let it happen to begin with.

[Rin Kagamine]

Wouldn't it, you know, be helpful if she DIDN'T hate us? Even if we give her what we got back now, we still just let Parsee take the other 500. But if we at least make the effort to get Parsee to give it back, that will be more helpful at least, and we could feel less horrible about ourselves. Even if that less is only slightly less because we still let it happen to begin with.

She works for money, she'll want back what she can get.  We also didn't take all of it and she knows that.  She could have run at any time since we aren't physically restraining her right now, and she also could have gotten off a cheap hit on us.  Clearly, she has some unfinished business keeping her back.  Who says we feel horrible about ourselves?  We're Utsuho, and this world isn't even real!

[Seian Verian]

She works for money, she'll want back what she can get.  We also didn't take all of it and she knows that.  She could have run at any time since we aren't physically restraining her right now, and she also could have gotten off a cheap hit on us.  Clearly, she has some unfinished business keeping her back.  Who says we feel horrible about ourselves?  We're Utsuho, and this world isn't even real!

When did we stop thinking this world was real? We knew that something was wrong, but when did we become convinced that EVERYTHING was a lie? And what kind of rationalization is that? We can still think, this isn't one of those dreams where we can't even control our own actions. Are we trying to make ourselves simply fall into insanity?

[Rin Kagamine]

When did we stop thinking this world was real? We knew that something was wrong, but when did we become convinced that EVERYTHING was a lie? And what kind of rationalization is that? We can still think, this isn't one of those dreams where we can't even control our own actions. Are we trying to make ourselves simply fall into insanity?

We came to that realization AT THE START OF THE DAY when we realized that EVERYTHING WAS WRONG!  What do our actions have to do with insanity anyway?  We've been on the path of righteousness from the beginning and are still pursuing it now.  There may be a slight hiccup, but Buddha would be proud.

[vic]And I shouldn't have to tell you this, but this kind of discussion really isn't warranted in game.  Take it to PMs from here on.
[purvis]Actually, no. This is much better. Other people can get involved, and I can see what you're up to and make plans for it. As long as it stays related to the game, it's perfectly fine. In fact, I encourage it.
[vic]Alright then, disregard my previous statement

[Seian Verian]

Alright, fine. But we're going to try and talk with Parsee later.
> Do as Vic said.

[Rin Kagamine]

Oh right

> Be prepared to roll away if Nue attacks us

[Hello Purvis]

> Feel guilt wash over us.
> "Actually, Parsee... Maybe we shouldn't take her money after all. It doesn't feel right..."
> Give the portion that Parsee handed to us back to Nue.

> Ask Parsee if we need anything more from Nue.
> If not, ask Parsee to wait outside the alley, since we still have a few more words for Nue.
> Once Parsee leaves, crouch down to Nue and whisper.
> "I know you said you didn't know why the Scarlets asked you to investigate me, but the truth is that I need some help.  All day I've been feeling like something is amiss here in Gensokyo.  I can't put my finger on it, but everything just feels wrong.  As a result, I'm looking around.  I have no idea what exactly I'm looking for, but I'm following up any kind of lead I can manage.  You seem to be someone valuable to know, and I'd like to stay in contact.  I'm truly sorry for hitting you, but I just had to catch up to you.  I need to cast as many nets as I can.  Would you be willing to help?"
> What denomination are the bills Parsee gave us in?

>You do feel a bit bad for taking it, in retrospect. Satori did try to instill general good morals in you. Although this is kinda a gray area, given who Nue is and how she got it...
>"I don't think so," says Parsee, as she tucks away the money in her purse.
>"What, you don't trust me? Fine, I'll be at the corner in case something goes wrong. But I wanna know what you said afterward!"
>You kneel down by Nue. "I don't have much of a reason to do a damn thing for you at moment," Nue says. "At this point I couldn't care less about your problems."
>They are five 100☼ bills.

> Be prepared to roll away if Nue attacks us

>So far, it doesn't look like she's trying anything.

>_

[Seian Verian]

> "Well... What if I gave you your money back? I didn't expect Parsee to take your money when I asked her to handle the search if she felt like it was needed, but then when I realized she was going to... Well, I didn't think I could completely stop her, but I thought I could convince her to leave half at least. I can try to talk to her later and see about it, but for now... Here."
> Give her back the 500☼

[Rin Kagamine]

> "You never ran away despite your several chances and you never really fought back even after I let you go.  Either there's something you're not telling me or you just have unfinished business."
> "I think you're doing more than just investigating me.  In fact, I wonder if you're investigating me at all when she's much more likely to be a disturbance than I am.  I think you're looking for something else altogether.  Maybe I've been framed for something, or maybe I just got people talking today.  Still, if you're looking for information about something I bet I could do a much better job than you even without your disguises, or maybe I've already found it out today.  Talk with me a little more and I'll give you your money back, since that's all your really concerned about."
> Pull out the money we got from Parsee and hold it out of Nue's reach.  Be ready to yank it away if she moves for it.
> "What do you say?"
> Be ready to dodge attacks still.

> "Well... What if I gave you your money back? I didn't expect Parsee to take your money when I asked her to handle the search if she felt like it was needed, but then when I realized she was going to... Well, I didn't think I could completely stop her, but I thought I could convince her to leave half at least. I can try to talk to her later and see about it, but for now... Here."
> Give her back the 500☼

We can still use her though.  Try to avoid giving her the money back until we have no use for her anymore.  Or ultimate goal is to help, not to take her money, so she's going to get it back, but surrendering it now leaves us without a leg to stand on.

[Hello Purvis]

> "You never ran away despite your several chances and you never really fought back even after I let you go.  Either there's something you're not telling me or you just have unfinished business."
> "I think you're doing more than just investigating me.  In fact, I wonder if you're investigating me at all when she's much more likely to be a disturbance than I am.  I think you're looking for something else altogether.  Maybe I've been framed for something, or maybe I just got people talking today.  Still, if you're looking for information about something I bet I could do a much better job than you even without your disguises, or maybe I've already found it out today.  Talk with me a little more and I'll give you your money back, since that's all your really concerned about."
> Pull out the money we got from Parsee and hold it out of Nue's reach.  Be ready to yank it away if she moves for it.
> "What do you say?"
> Be ready to dodge attacks still.

>You consider it just straight giving her money back, but decide to try to get some leverage.
>"I stayed put because if I tried to make a run for it, you'd probably just catch me again, so I figured I'd wait things out.  So just think what you want, I've told you what I've got to tell."
>You present a few observations to Nue, and offer to give her her money back. "No one cares about you girlfriend," says Nue. "At least if they do, they aren't paying me to care. I'm just keeping an eye on you and reporting back."
>You present the money as an incentive and ask her thoughts.
>"Money first," she says, as she starts to stand up.

>_

[Rin Kagamine]

> Extend our hand.
> "Only as good as your word, shake on it."
> Until we're done with this interaction, be ready to dodge.

[Hello Purvis]

> Extend our hand.
> "Only as good as your word, shake on it."
> Until we're done with this interaction, be ready to dodge.

>"Yeah, fine," says Nue, as she takes you hand and shakes it.
>She's not tried anything yet.

>_

[Kasu]

> Give her the money, but get ready to attack if she tries something.
> "So will you help we this?"

[Hello Purvis]

> Give her the money, but get ready to attack if she tries something.
> "So will you help we this?"

>You hand her back the money. She quickly pockets it. "Okay. You want to know things? If I'm not mistaken, you're trying to dig into business you're not supposed to be into, right? So, you're gonna want to get in touch with some of the criminal element around here; aside from stungun psycho over there. I'll say this much. You know that speed gang running around the Park and the Industrial park? They do some heavy lifting for the real hitters around here. You happy with that?"

>_

[Rin Kagamine]

> "Not yet.  Do you know anything about that crazy pharmcist or the robbery last night?"

[Hello Purvis]

> "Not yet.  Do you know anything about that crazy pharmcist or the robbery last night?"

>"Pharmacist? Not ringing any bells. But the robbery... let's just say there's people in town that do that kind of thing. I kinda don't want to say more for the obvious reason. But, the speed gang and maybe the pawn shop owner would know them. But good luck getting the pawn shop guy to say anything about it..."

>_

[Rin Kagamine]

> "Pharmacy in the Skids, run by a blonde.  Nothing?"
> "I've run into the speed gang already today, but do you know their base?  Be easier to find them that way than to hope they show up again randomly."

[Hello Purvis]

> "Pharmacy in the Skids, run by a blonde.  Nothing?"
> "I've run into the speed gang already today, but do you know their base?  Be easier to find them that way than to hope they show up again randomly."

>"Oh, her," says Nue. "She likes rare poisons. No idea what she does with them, but I'm pretty sure they don't go into the drugs she makes. She's kinda a recluse."
>"They have a place in the industrial zone and like to play around the park. But they'll show up wherever they like. I think one of them comes from the outskirts. I don't mess with 'em much, though. Just know them by reputation."

>_

[Kasu]

> "I see.  Any other things you know that might benefit me?"

[Hello Purvis]

> "I see.  Any other things you know that might benefit me?"

>She considers for a moment, then shakes her head. "Not from what I know, anyways. So, I'm outta here..."
>Nue takes a slow step back, gauging you for your reaction.

>_

[Kasu]

> "I'm not gonna pounce on you ya know."
> Bid Houjuu farewell and let her go.
> "Sorry for the trouble!"

[Hello Purvis]

> "I'm not gonna pounce on you ya know."
> Bid Houjuu farewell and let her go.
> "Sorry for the trouble!"

>She nods, and takes a few more steps back, then turns and quickly walks away.
>You bid her farewell. She gives a weak kind of wave, not turning back toward you or replying to your comment.
>"So, can I come back yet?" Parsee asks from her spot.

>_

[Kasu]

> Turn to Parsee.
> "S'all good."

[Hello Purvis]

> Turn to Parsee.
> "S'all good."

>"So, did you actually give that money back?" Parsee asks, "Because we were going to need that to get things done."

>_

[Kasu]

> "M...  Maybe..."

[communist unity (comm-unity)]

> "In exchange, I got her to drop some more information that might prove helpful, though!"
> Share what we learned with Parsee.

[Hello Purvis]

> "M...  Maybe..."

>"Ah man..." Parsee shakes her head. "You can't be too soft-hearted with these kinds of people, you know. They didn't get into all this cloak and dagger business out of the goodness of their hearts."

> "In exchange, I got her to drop some more information that might prove helpful, though!"
> Share what we learned with Parsee.

>"Oh, I know of those bikers," Parsee says, frowning. "They've been a pain in the ass around home for awhile. They have a flat a few blocks away they crash at. As for the pharmacist, she sounds pretty shady, but I've never heard much about her. Maybe someone around the Skids knows something?"

>_

[Fightest]

>"Ah man..." Parsee shakes her head. "You can't be too soft-hearted with these kinds of people, you know. They didn't get into all this cloak and dagger business out of the goodness of their hearts."

> This voice leaves for a bit and suddenly everyone develops delusions of grandeur.
> This voice also notes that nobody thought to ask who she would be reporting to, and when.
> Steel our voice. "Also, about that. I'm not about to aid and abet in armed robbery. Give me the money, Parsee. We'll use it to tell the Scarlets that we know what they're doing, but it's going back to its owner."