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| {{SL|You|Cool. Let's do it together!}} | | {{SL|You|Cool. Let's do it together!}} |
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| ===Food Festival Crisis===
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| You've been thinking about Jennie so much that you haven't planned much for today's schedule.
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| After enjoying the nice spring view by Pouille Lake, you and Vyn arrive at the Creative Food Festival.
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| {{SL|You|I wonder where Jennie's stall is...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|It doesn't seem to be around here. Let's go inside.}}
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| {{SL|You|There are a lot of stalls further in. Let's go and have a look.}}
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| Tourists who come here for delicious food have started to gather. You and Vyn walk around to look for her...
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| {{SL|You|Oh, there she is!}}
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| Same as when you first met, Jennie's stall is still in a relatively quiet corner.
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| But the difference is... This time, her stall is surrounded by many people who are talking about something.
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| {{SL|Resident A|She calls this cheese?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|...Please try it before you decide whether it's cheese or not.}}
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| {{SL|Resident B|Oh my gosh. Stop kidding me. I'm not going to try this weird cheese!}}
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| {{SL|Resident A|Yeah. This shouldn't appear at our food festival!}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|...}}
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| {{SL|You|(It's a bit mean to say that!)}}
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| You can't stand it anymore so you walk up and interrupt them.
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| {{SL|You|This is the Creative Food Festival. The new style of cheese she makes completely matches the festival theme.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Gosh, you don't understand the beauty of cheese. That's why you think it's delicious!}}
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| {{SL|You|Could you be a little more specific about your objections?}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Our Barosk cheese is made through a process that involves hand steaming, concentration, and fermentation!}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|It goes perfectly with food or with wine.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Look at what she made... so gooey... It's nothing like cheese.}}
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| |choice1=Cheese differences
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| {{SL|You|But... there are many kinds of cheese and they all have different characteristics.}}
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| {{SL|You|The one Jennie made is more of a sweet style. It goes well with dessert.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Just as you said, it's dessert, it can't be called cheese! Why does she have to call it cheese?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|My cheese is not just for dessert. It can also be made into other things.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|No cheese should go with fruit or chocolate!}}
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| {{SL|You|I think people need to be a little more open-minded around here...}}
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| {{SL|You|Many places outside of Barosk make cheese desserts, for example...}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|I'm not going to live abroad, so I don't care what you outlanders think!}}
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| The hardheadedness somehow draws similar echoes from the people around.
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| Why don't people here accept things that seem very normal to you?
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| {{SL|You|(I guess changing their mind is not so easy.)}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Oh my God. I can't believe I wasted so much time here.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Anyway, you won't understand. I'll go have tea with my friend Maggie!}}
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| The debate is meaningless. It ended with one side's departure.
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| But the tourists who were keen to try the cheese desserts are now hesitant because of what happened...
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| Now there's only you and Vyn in front of Jennie's stall.
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|...}}
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| {{SL|You|Don't lose heart. We...}}
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| You want to comfort her but you don't know-how.
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| If she needs legal assistance, you'd do everything in your power to help.
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| But changing people's traditional values is not something a lawyer... or anyone can achieve easily.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Ms. Fiscella, I can understand how you feel... but if you give up now, it'll be all over.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|You must be feeling disappointed and frustrated and even want to give up.}}
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| Jennie gives no reply, but from the disappointment in her eyes, you feel that Vyn has spoken her mind.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Of course, you can decide to give up, which would be easy. }}
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| {{SL|Vyn|But it also means that all your previous efforts will be for nothing}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Ms. Fiscella, do you want to end everything here?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|No. of course I don't!}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|But... what can I do?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I can help you.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Oh?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I have a friend who's a cheese dealer, he lives near Bergandi. If you want... I can refer you to him.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|He is someone who likes to try new things. I think he would be able to help you.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Dr. Richter's friend? Although I haven't heard about this before... but Vyn wouldn't lie.)}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|What do you think? Will you trust me this one time?}}
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| Jennie bites her lips and nods.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Then, please join us for the rest of our journey.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Our train will arrive in Bergandi tomorrow.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I will contact my friend in advance and make sure you get to meet him tomorrow.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Thank you for your invitation. But... I need to do some preparations. I'll see you at Bergandi tomorrow.}}
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| {{SL|You|Okay. Jennie, then please give us your contact details.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Sure.}}
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| After exchanging your contacts, Jennie says goodbye to you. Seeing her leave, you say a prayer in your heart...
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| {{SL|You|(I hope everything goes smoothly tomorrow.)}}
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| ===Healing Fragrance===
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| Pouille Village in spring is green and full of vitality.
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| Walking between flowers and alleyways is like stepping into a fairy tale world.
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| But this tranquility seems to be superficial. The solidified anxiety hidden from view has not been reduced.
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| {{SL|You|...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Are you still worried about Jennie?}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah. I hope Jennie is okay? I don't know if things will work out tomorrow...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Don't worry. My friend Ivan is a good businessman.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|He has a good eye. He will not miss the opportunity.}}
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| Although the cheese trader you are going to meet tomorrow is Vyn's friend,
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| Although Vyn seems to be in control of the situation... somehow you just can't help feeling uneasy.
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| {{SL|You|Dr. Richter... I know this is strange, but I still couldn't help thinking...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|You are a compassionate girl. You are subconsciously thinking in Jennie's shoes.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|You imagine her problems as your own.}}
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| {{SL|You|I...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Just like when you work, you always put yourself in the position of your client.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|This is your virtue, but sometimes... There is no need to push yourself too hard.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|You are not in this alone. I am here as well.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I will help Jennie find a solution.}}
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| {{SL|You|I have faith in you, Dr. Richter!}}
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| {{SL|You|No. I wasn't worried about Jennie...}}
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| {{SL|You|You said you'll help Jennie find a way, and you will. I have faith in your capability!}}
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| Vyn's golden eyes show a sign of surprise, which feels similar to joy.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Thank you for your trust.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Then why do you... look so upset?}}
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| {{SL|You|I was just thinking... people who sneer at Jennie.}}
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| {{SL|You|I thought the locals were just unwilling to accept a new food. I didn't expect them to get so angry...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|It takes time to change people and make them accept unfamiliar things.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Just take it one step at a time, that is all we can do.}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah. You're right, Dr. Richter.}}
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| {{SL|You|Maybe I am too impatient...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Let's not talk about this... do you want to visit an interesting place?}}
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| {{SL|You|Interesting? Where?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Let's go. You will find out.}}
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| After leaving Pouille Village and taking several turns, you enter a yard surrounded by fields of flowers.
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| The yard is very open. There is an aroma of wine in the air.
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| {{SL|You|The wine smells so fragrant...}}
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| Looking around, you see several huge wine barrels on the lawn.
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| Each barrel is as tall as two people, like a small cabin.
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| The fragrance of wine you smell comes from the barrels on the lawn.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Here we are. This is the famous Barrel Estate of Pouille Village.}}
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| {{SL|You|What an interesting place! Are these really... wine barrels?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Well, with a bit of transformation, these old barrels are now used as lounges for visitors to rest in.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|They say that the aroma of these barrels, which had been soaked in wine for years, can help people relax.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|This is the so-called Aromatherapy.}}
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| Vyn walks up to a barrel and gently pushes it...
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| Like a trap door, the wall of the barrel automatically pops open like an umbrella, creating a shaded area underneath.
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| Under the shade, there's a lounge chair for people to rest on.
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| {{SL|You|What a unique design!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Come on...}}
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| Vyn extends his hand to you, like a nobleman inviting his partner to the dance floor...
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| You can't help but follow his suggestion, close your eyes and lie down on the lounge chair.
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| The sun beams down like rain drops, penetrating the barrel, seeping into your skin.
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| Although you can't see it or touch it, you can sense that it is real.
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| Amidst the aroma of the wine, your body is gradually relaxed. And your mind slows down...
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| After some time. When you open your eyes again, the beam of sunshine seems to have moved to one side.
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| {{SL|You|Did I... fall asleep?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Yes, a little.}}
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| {{SL|You|It is as though your body has been emptied and has become very relaxed.}}
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| Aromatherapy helps people relax. You suddenly understand why Vyn brought you here.
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| He was worried that you would be affected by Jennie. He's hoping that the natural aroma would help to ease your mind.
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| He's comforting you in his own way.
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| {{SL|You|Dr. Richter...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|You do not have to thank me.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|The purpose of this trip is to make you relaxed and happy. Leave the troubles to me, I will handle them for you.}}
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| {{SL|You|I am glad to be traveling with you, Dr. Richter.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Good.}}
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| The sun shines gently and the aroma of wine in the air warms up your cheeks.
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| You are intoxicated... in the breeze, surrounded by the fragrance of wine and under Vyn's intense gaze.
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| You feel deeply, deeply intoxicated...
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| ===Thoughts of Bergandi===
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| The train arrives in Bergandi slightly earlier than expected.
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| After arriving at the meeting place with Jennie, you and Vyn find a street cafe to sit down in...
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| {{SL|Vyn|Let's wait for Ms. Fiscella here.}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah! Let's order some snacks while we wait.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|What would you like to order? Do you need some recommendations?}}
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| |choice1=Recommended foods
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| {{SL|You|Could you tell us about your specialties?}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|The light meals and desserts are very popular.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|Would you like a light meal or just a dessert?}}
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| {{SL|You|Well... Do you have any light meals that you recommend?}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|Oyster soup with black truffle and an apricot ham pastry.}}
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| |choice1=Black truffle oyster soup
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| {{SL|You|Oyster soup with black truffle?}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|High-quality black truffles have a rich and fresh mushroom flavor. It provides a crisp and nutty aftertaste...}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|Adding it to fresh oysters broth will double the freshness of the soup and give it a memorable taste.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Sounds delicious...)}}
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| {{SL|You|Could you tell us about the apricot ham pastry?}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|First, you slow cook fresh apricots and mushrooms at a low temperature, mix it with ham, and then bake it.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|The crispness of the crust maximizes the savory flavors of the apricot, mushrooms, and ham, making the texture rich and gentle.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|Anyone who has tried this dish is impressed.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|I'm sure you two will be as well.}}
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| {{SL|You|(I'm already impressed just hearing about it!)}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|What is your signature dessert?}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|It depends on the season.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|The spring recommendations are sweet wine potica and cheese white cakes.}}
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| {{SL|You|What's potica...?}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|It is our traditional Barosk desert. It's baked with wheat flour mixed with almonds.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|And served with our special sweet sauce that is made with grapes...}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|It's so sweet that it makes people that eat it sweet themselves, and happy too!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I have tried strawberry potica before. What does sweet wine flavor taste like? Now I am a little curious.}}
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| {{SL|You|Cheese white cake sounds delicious.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|It's made with traditional cheese, raspberry syrup, and white cake.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|It melts in your mouth, giving you a soft and sweet sensation. It's as if you are kissing an angel.}}
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| {{SL|Store Clerk|Hello, would you like to order now?}}
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| {{SL|You|What should I order... it's so hard to choose...}}
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| {{SL|You|Oh, Dr. Richter, you can decide.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Sometimes the best choice is to not make a choice, don't you think so?}}
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| {{SL|You|Right. So... we'll order a set meal and dessert specialty!}}
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| {{SL|You|We should be able to finish them!}}
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| ===Opportunity for Cooperation===
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| After you finish your snacks, Jennie arrives at the meeting place.
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| Vyn takes the two of you to his friend's estate.
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Vilhelm, my friend!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Ivan, it has been a while.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|This must be Miss [Player].}}
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| {{SL|You|Hello, Mr. Affini.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Hello, my lady. Please, call me Ivan.}}
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| Mr. Affini looks like a passionate and chatty person. After some simple greetings, Vyn goes directly to the subject.
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| {{SL|Vyn|I think you would be very interested in Ms. Fiscella's cheese.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Of course. I can no longer suppress my curiosity.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Ms. Fiscella, if you don't mind, may I have a taste?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Of course...}}
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| Jennie puts the cheese she prepared on the table. Mr. Affini screams right after he tastes it.
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Oh, my dear Lord!}}
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| {{SL|You|What's wrong, Mr. Affini?}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|I swear this is the best soft cheese I have had in Barosk in a long time!}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|The texture is completely different from traditional cheese, yet it retains a lighter and tangier cheese flavor...}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|It's intoxicating!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I remember you once told me that you wanted to conquer the cheese market in Barosk.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Haha, yeah. That's been my dream for a long time.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|What makes you bring that up, Vilhelm?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Because I also seem to recall that you mentioned that you could not find the perfect new type of cheese. One that would impress the tastes of the Barosk people.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|What do you think of Ms. Jennie's cheese?}}
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| After hearing Vyn, a sudden look of excitement rises in Ivan's eyes.
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|It definitely works. Vilhelm, thank you for presenting this opportunity to me!}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|I've been thinking the cheese market in Barosk is too rigid for a long time now.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Rules like cheese can only be served with wine, and cheese can only be served in a few fixed ways...}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|I can't stand it!}}
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| {{SL|You|(Now I understand why Vyn and Ivan are friends. They are one and the same.)}}
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| {{SL|You|So Mr. Affini, is there any chance Jennie could be your partner?}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Oh, yes! For certain!}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Ms. Jennie's cheese will be the exclusive recipe to open up into the Barosk cheese market!}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|I can guarantee that her cheese will conquer the taste buds of Barosk people.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|I...}}
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| Hearing what Ivan said, Jennie doesn't seem relieved. She still looks very worried.
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Sorry. Actually... I have also tried to sell the cheese I made...}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|But it hasn't really worked out. So I'm afraid... I might disappoint you, Mr. Affini.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|It takes time to do promotion and for people to learn to accept it.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Be patient. The result will be good with a proper promotion plan.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Really?}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Yes. Shall we discuss your cheese in detail?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Oh, okay.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Great. There's a chance for their cooperation!)}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Ms. Fiscella, are you sure you want to share your exclusive cheese recipe with me?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Yes, Mr. Affini.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Gosh! I've never felt so excited. Ms. Fiscella, whatever your conditions are, everything is negotiable.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|I'm truly fascinated by your cheese. I'm sure it will conquer the taste buds of all the people in Barosk.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|R... Really?}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Of course. It's unknown to people not because of its quality but because of the lack of awareness.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Trust me. I will not let this opportunity to cooperate with you go to waste!}}
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| When Vyn speaks of Jennie's interest in cooperation, Mr. Affini shows great enthusiasm...
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| {{SL|You|(Looks like this cooperation will be successful.)}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I wish your cooperation a great success.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|You two must have a lot of details to discuss. We shall leave you to it.}}
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| {{SL|Ivan Affini|Vilhelm, my friend! Thank you for giving me this opportunity. I will treasure it.}}
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| While Mr. Fiscella discusses the details with Jennie, you and Vyn leave the manor and continue your trip.
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| You choose the less popular transparent cable car to visit the Gandi Mountainous Park.
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| {{SL|You|Dr. Richter, look at my photos...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Did you take these shots from the cable car?}}
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| {{SL|You|Yes. It's a spectacular view to look at the winery up from the cable car!}}
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| You show Vyn the photos you took when you were on the cable car like you're presenting a treasure...
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| In the photo, the mountains are dotted with green, and the estate is covered by swirling smoke, like in a dream...
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| {{SL|You|Thank you for your recommendation, Dr. Richter!}}
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| {{SL|You|If you hadn't suggested taking the cable car, we would still be climbing the mountain.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I heard about this new cable car route. So I wanted to try it with you.}}
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| {{SL|You|I didn't know the cable car is transparent...}}
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| {{SL|You|That's why the staff said, "it'll make you feel like you're floating in the air."}}
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| It's been a long time since you got off the cable car. But the tension and excitement still remain in your body.
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| {{SL|You|Not too many people take the cable car today. We are like the VIPs.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Most people are concerned about the safety of the transparent cable car. They either walk or take other vehicles.}}
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| {{SL|You|Well, hanging in the air like that can be scary...a lot of people would find that unacceptable.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Were you scared?}}
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| {{SL|You|I wasn't. Because...}}
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| Vyn's gaze is focused on your face like he's waiting for you to speak the answer.
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| {{SL|You|Because I like to try new things and take on challenges, like you!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Like me? Why... did you say that?}}
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| {{SL|You|On this trip... you would always recommend new exciting activities and interesting food.}}
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| {{SL|You|I assume you like trying new things and taking on challenges.}}
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| {{SL|You|And you cared about Jennie so much...}}
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| {{SL|You|Other than helping her... you also wanted to help break those conservative values in Barosk, right?}}
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| Vyn doesn't reply. His golden eyes conceal a smile.
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| {{SL|Vyn|I like challenges, but not just for the challenge itself.}}
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| {{SL|You|Oh?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Just like this trip. I have been here before and have seen these landscapes. But I'd never felt as happy as I do now.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|It is you, who makes me discover joy in things that I am already used to.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Rather than enjoy challenges, I enjoy challenges with you.}}
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| {{SL|You|I'd like to try more fun things with you too!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|As usual... you always surprise me.}}
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| The gentle breeze rubs the golden rays of the sun into his silvery hair, like luminous water, it infiltrates your heart.
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| A warm sensation flows gradually into your bosom, where the feeling of joyfulness resides.
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| }}
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| ===Touring Fia Estate===
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=Fia Estate
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Vyn!Vyn Richter
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| The sun shines on the lawn of Fia Estate, looking pleasantly green.
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| {{SL|You|So beautiful. Just by standing here in the field of flowers, I feel like my body and mind have blended into nature.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Shall we go for a walk and enjoy the scenery?}}
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| {{SL|You|Sure.}}
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| So you and Vyn stroll among the fragrance of the trees in the estate and enjoy the atmosphere of spring.
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| Suddenly you hear a familiar voice.
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| {{SL|???|Mr. Richter, Miss [Player]? I didn't expect to see you here.}}
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| You turn around and see Jennie walking up to you quickly, carrying a bucket of milk in her arms.
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Are you visiting the Fia Estate?}}
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| {{SL|You|Yes. What are you doing here, Jennie?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|I live near the Fia Estate. I'm here to get some milk. What a coincidence to bump into you guys here.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Actually... I've been wanting to thank you.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Without you, I wouldn't have such a valuable opportunity.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|You are welcome. We were just doing what was right.}}
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| {{SL|You|That's right. It was your cheese that got you the opportunity.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Right, would you like me to introduce the Fia Estate to you?}}
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| {{SL|You|Sure, sounds good.}}
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| {{SL|You|Any fun things to do here at Fia Estate?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|There is the horse show and the lake tour.}}
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| |choice1=Horse shows
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| {{SL|Vyn|Oh? There is a horse show here?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Mm-hmm. Fia Estate has the largest horse pasture and a horse track in Barosk.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Whenever there's a big rodeo or horse show in Barosk, it's held here at Fia Estate.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Hmm, Dr. Richter would be interested in equestrianism, right?)}}
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| {{SL|You|Dr. Richter, can we go see the horse show later?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|No problem. We can go for a ride if we can manage to rent horses.}}
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| {{SL|You|Great!}}
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| |choice2=Estate tour
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| {{SL|You|A lake tour? I don't remember seeing a lake nearby...}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Keep walking a little further and you'll see it.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|It's a very famous man-made lake in Fia Estate. Although it's not huge, it has breathtaking views.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Many tourists like to take a boat ride to enjoy the breeze and the beauty of the estate.}}
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| {{SL|You|(That sounds very relaxing. I should check it out later.)}}
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| |choice2=Estate specialties
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| |script2=
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| {{SL|You|Any food recommendations here at Fia Estate?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|There is the baked venison steak and charcoal-grilled beef with mushrooms.}}
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| |choice1=Roast venison steak
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| {{SL|You|Baked venison steak sounds delicious.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Mm-hmm, it is.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|It's made from the most tender leg meat from ranch-raised deer and cooked with a wide range of spices...}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|It's served with lingonberry jam and roasted potatoes. It's amazing.}}
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| {{SL|You|(I have to try it later.)}}
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| |choice2=Grilled beef and mushrooms
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| {{SL|You|Charcoal-grilled beef with mushrooms... Do you grill mushrooms and beef together over a charcoal fire?}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Yes. We like to make a mushroom sauce by chopping up fresh mushrooms and mixing them with black pepper...}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|We use that to marinate the beef and then we grill it over the charcoals. The flavors of the sauce and beef will blend together perfectly.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|You've got to try it. It's really wonderful.}}
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| {{SL|You|It sounds amazing!}}
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| }}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|There are many unique natural landscapes in the Fia Estate. All the tourists find the estate's scenery attractive.}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah. We can already feel it.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|It is indeed very charming.}}
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| {{SL|Jennie Fiscella|Well, have a nice day at Fia Estate.}}
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| }}
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| ==="Surprise" Souvenir===
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| {{Script
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Vyn!Vyn Richter
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| After saying goodbye to Jennie, you and Vyn continue to travel around Fia Estate.
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| The spring breeze is warm and the view is breathtaking. In the distance, cows are grazing on the pasture. It is a peaceful scene.
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| {{SL|You|...What are we going to do at the last stop of our trip?}}
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| The five-day overseas trip will soon come to an end. You feel reluctant to leave.
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| After leaving Jennie's house, you begin to think about doing something special to commemorate the trip.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Do you want to experience the life of being the master of the estate?}}
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| {{SL|You|What? How?}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|There are many farms around Fia Estate which are available for tourists to rent.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|If you want, you can temporarily become the owner of the farm and experience the farmer's life.}}
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| {{SL|You|(It's nice to be the owner of the farm and watch cattle and sheep wandering on the pasture!)}}
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| {{SL|You|That's it! Dr. Richter, let's become the masters of the farm together!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Shall we go have a look at the farms available for rental?}}
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| {{SL|You|Sure.}}
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| Soon, you find a farm available for rental and become a temporary farmer.
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| According to the staff, during the rental period, the tenants can use any items on the farm.
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| If you want, you can even prepare a Baroskian meal for your guests.
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| {{SL|You|Dr. Richter! The cows are here!}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I never thought that I would need to harvest my own food one day.}}
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| It might be a little hard to cook traditional Baroskian food, but it shouldn't be too hard to make a cream stew.
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| You feel like an idiot for not realizing that you'd have to harvest your own food.
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| There's no food in the kitchen. If you want to cook, you'd have to collect the ingredients from the farm yourself.
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| {{SL|You|Fine. It is our farm after all.}}
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| {{SL|You|As a farm owner, I have to do everything by myself.}}
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| You volunteer to milk the cow, but you become totally helpless when you sit by the milk bucket.
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| {{SL|You|Okay. Massage the teat repeatedly from the top to the bottom... Be careful and squeeze it in one fluid motion.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Oh no, I've completely forgotten the milking technique the staff just taught me!)}}
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| You try your best to remember as you approach the cows...
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| "Moo!" You tried to be gentle, but once the cow moves, you get scared and you withdraw your hands.
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| At this time, a pair of warm hands cover yours and gently hold your trembling fingers.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Don't be afraid. The more you worry, the more your fingers will lose control.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Calm down. It is actually very simple.}}
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| With a gentle force between the fingers, you massage the cow's teat... Soon, you can smell the sweetness of the milk.
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| {{SL|You|I did it.}}
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| You relax your arms and let Vyn's fingers guide you.
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| The rich smelling liquid squirts through your fingers and drips steadily into the milk bucket.
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| Soon the bucket is filled with milk. You've finally finished your task.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Look, you have done a good job, right?}}
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| {{SL|You|Dr. Richter... I mean, farmer Richter, you've also done a good job guiding me.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I did not really guide you. I only learned from the staff's introduction.}}
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| {{SL|You|Now I have to repay you with the creamy stew I guess.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Okay. Let me carry the milk bucket...}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Ah!}}
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| {{SL|You|!!!}}
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| Because of your inexperience, the bucket is too full... The milk splashes out onto Vyn's face.
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| Milk is dripping from his collar, cuffs, chest, and even the ends of his hair...
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| Unlike his usual self, Vyn shows a hint of helplessness or even nervousness.
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| {{SL|You|Pfft...}}
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| Instead of getting a towel to clean up, you pick up the camera and aim it at him...
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| Admittedly, you do want to prank him but you won't say it out loud.
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| {{SL|You|Dr. Richter.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|Yes?}}
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| The moment is captured by the camera. The surprise in his eyes, the embarrassment when his shirt is soaked with milk...
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| It's like... you know a little secret about Vyn. It makes you feel strangely satisfied.
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| {{SL|Vyn|Why did you... suddenly...}}
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| {{SL|You|Because seeing you embarrassed is also a new experience.}}
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| {{SL|You|I want that as a souvenir.}}
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| Vyn looks at your photo, the surprise in his eyes is enlarged and there is a kind of helplessness in his golden eyes.
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| {{SL|Vyn|...You captured the embarrassing side of me.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I can never hide anything from you.}}
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| You pick up a clean towel to clean the milk stains on Vyn's shirt.
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| {{SL|You|Perfect... I want to get a better look at you.}}
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| {{SL|Vyn|I am willing to let you see me.}}
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| His voice is so soft, like the tenderness reflected in his golden eyes.
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| The more you see, the more you understand, and slowly you find his uniqueness...
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| I think... Maybe this is the meaning and reward of your trip.
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| ===Thoughts of Kylos===
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| |scriptHeader=Kylos
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| As everyone says, Kylos is the famous gourmet city of Lombardia.
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| There are many specialty restaurants here. You can smell food everywhere in the streets.
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| Thoughtfully, Artem has found a guide to tell you about Kylos.
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| Under the guide's patient and passionate explanation, you start to get a more complete picture of this gourmet city.
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| {{SL|Guide|My dear guests, welcome to Kylos.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|This is Lombardia's ark of gourmet food. It's an island ruled by taste and the culinary spirit!}}
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| {{SL|You|(This introduction is so dramatic... This is probably one of the most unique characteristics of Kylos?)}}
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| {{SL|You|Sir, can you be more specific?}}
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| {{SL|Guide|Of course, my dearest guests.}}
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| |choice1=Special attractions
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|Could you give us some detailed recommendations for some unique attractions?}}
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| {{SL|Guide|Well, I highly recommend the Museum of Tastes and the Green Castle.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|They are the landmarks of Kylos.}}
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| |choice1=Culinary museum
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|The Museum of Tastes?}}
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| {{SL|Guide|Ah yes, it has displays on various historical documents related to cuisine.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|You can learn a lot of details about the history of Kylos as a foodie city.}}
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| {{SL|You|Got it... I think I'll get hungry walking around the museum.}}
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| |choice2=Umbra Castle
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| {{SL|You|What's Green Castle like?}}
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| {{SL|Guide|It's fully surrounded by greenery and flowers. Some say it's like a fairy tale wonderland.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|I highly recommend you to visit it.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|You get to enjoy not only the fantastic delicacies but also the service aristocrats historically experienced.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Historical aristocratic service... fantastic delicacies?)}}
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| {{SL|You|(What would that be like? I'm so into it!)}}
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| }}
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| |choice2=Popular foods
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| |script2=
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| {{SL|You|What's the most popular food here?}}
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| {{SL|Guide|Kylos is famous for three delicacies: cheese and mushroom tart, squab pie, and beet lobster.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|You can't really say you have been to Kylos without trying these three dishes.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Cheese mushroom pastry
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|I think I'll try cheese and mushroom tart.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|You have excellent taste, miss.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|Use the special sauce made with cheese and fresh mushrooms to stuff the tart, and bake it. It tastes amazing.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|Anyone who tastes it will be overwhelmed by the flavor of the cheese and the freshness of the mushrooms.}}
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| {{SL|You|(It's that amazing? I'll have to try it!)}}
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| |choice2=Pigeon meat pie
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| |script2=
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| {{SL|Artem|I've heard of squab pie. It's a traditional Lombardia dish.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|That's right. Personally, I think it represents Lombardia the best!}}
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| {{SL|Guide|It looks no different from a regular savory pie on the outside, but the filling is made of freshly minced squab meat.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|The combination of the freshness of the squab and the tender savory pie makes for an incredible dish.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Mmm... I think this one is gonna be awesome!)}}
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| |choice3=Beet lobster
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| |script3=
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| {{SL|You|Is beet lobster just beets cooked with lobster?}}
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| {{SL|Guide|That's an oversimplification. Kylos's beet lobster is much more than that.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|It must be made with the most tender beets chopped and boiled with oysters, clams, and other seafood to make the sauce.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|Fry the lobster with butter and serve it with the seafood beet sauce.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|The freshness of the seafood sauce and the freshness of the lobster makes a perfect blend.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Wow, I want to try the beet lobster right now!)}}
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| }}
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| }}
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| {{SL|Guide|My dear guests, please let me know if you have any other questions.}}
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| {{SL|You|That'll be all. We've got everything we need to know. Thank you.}}
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| {{SL|Guide|You're welcome. It's my honor to be able to answer your questions.}}
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| After saying goodbye to the guide, you look for the location of the attractions on the map on your phone.
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| {{SL|You|Hm... Gourmet Museum and Green Castle should be on the same block...}}
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| {{SL|You|Mr. Wing, we can visit these two places at the same time!}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Sure. We can find a place for lunch after visiting the museum... then we can visit Green Castle.}}
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| {{SL|You|Good. We can try the dishes the guide recommended.}}
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| }}
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| ===Dining Dilemma===
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=Kylos
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| |script=
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| {{SL|You|I wonder what the fried air from the tourism video tastes like ...}}
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| You and Artem are still discussing the creative dishes you saw in the gourmet museum after you left.
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| {{SL|You|Deep-fried moss, giant catfish noodles, lobster, and cuttlefish stew... they all seem pretty special to me.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|I found a specialty restaurant...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|They are specialized in recreating the dishes in the Gourmet Museum as well as classic Lombardia cuisine.}}
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| {{SL|You|Let's go to that restaurant, shall we?}}
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| Your excited voice triggers a smile in Artem's eyes.
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| {{SL|Artem|Okay. Let me call a cab.}}
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| }}
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=Specialty Restaurant
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| Soon, you arrive at the specialty restaurant that Artem mentioned.
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| The restaurant is clean and the prices are reasonable.
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| So you order a few more signature dishes to savor the delicacies.
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| But the good times are interrupted when the bill arrives.
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| {{SL|You|No way. Why is it so expensive? Did you make a mistake?}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|I swear to God, it's the right amount.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|The unit price on the bill is not the same as on the menu.}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|The price on the menu is just for the dish itself...}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|But please understand that there are other fees such as service fees, ingredient fees, and cooking fees.}}
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| {{SL|You|You didn't explain these fees to us. We are not going to pay for it.}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|Oh my god! I guarantee that every cent we charge is reasonable.}}
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| {{SL|You|So it's reasonable to charge a service fee, an ingredients fee, and a labor fee separately?}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|I can't believe you would ask such a silly question.}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|If we don't charge them separately, how can we provide proper service to our customers?}}
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| {{SL|You|These charges are clearly designed to scam tourists!}}
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| ['''[[Romantic Rail Getaway/Dining Dilemma|Debate]]''']
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Debate success
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| {{SL|Artem|We've called the police. I suggest you save your excuses for them.}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|Oh, gosh! I don't know how to talk to you people.}}
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| The restaurant owner has clearly run out of things to say, but he still acts arrogantly.
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|Pay now and get out of my restaurant!}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|If you come to my restaurant again, I can't promise what I'd do to you.}}
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| Just like that, you are kicked out by the restaurant owner.
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| Luckily the local police arrive in time to stop the chaos.
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| After some negotiation, the owner is willing to charge according to the menu. You and Artem accept the outcome reluctantly.
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| {{SL|You|...That restaurant owner is awful!}}
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| {{SL|You|(If this happened in Stellis, I would've sued him to bankruptcy!)}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Sorry. I didn't expect the restaurant to be like that...}}
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| As soon as Artem finishes, a high-pitched voice of a middle-aged woman cuts in.
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| {{SL|???|Poor foreigners. Only you would eat in such a restaurant.}}
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| Her words are clearly directed at you. You can't resist walking up to chat with her.
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| {{SL|You|Excuse me, do you mind explaining... what you just said?}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Oh, I can't believe poor foreigners would ask such a question. I bet you've never been to Lombardia before.}}
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| {{SL|You|...Indeed, it's my first time here.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|What you've been through is perfectly ordinary, as ordinary as the apple jam my neighbor Susanna makes.}}
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| {{SL|You|(This analogy...)}}
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| {{SL|You|Excuse me, can you be more specific?}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Oh! I can't believe it, you don't know anything.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Fine. I am kind enough to explain this to you.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Restaurant issue
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|Is that restaurant... only frequented by tourists?}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|It was popular among us locals ten years ago.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Sadly... its prices have become so expensive as more tourists come to visit.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Lord knows I used to love their squab pie.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Original prices
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|That means... the prices at the restaurant used to be more reasonable?}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Oh, of course. I miss those days.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Cheap and delicious food without all the service charge nonsense.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Wow? This restaurant was once that kind of place?)}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Restaurant owner
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|Artem|Did the owner of the restaurant change?}}
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| {{SL|You|(That makes sense... The change in ownership may have lead to the price increases.)}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Never, I swear to God.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Sigh, he is just being greedy. He wants to make more money. That's why he keeps raising prices.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|A lot of tourists don't mind spending more money, which has encouraged him.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|The outrageous thing is that some double their prices when they deal with tourists.}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Those guys! Their hearts are as dark as squid noodle soup!}}
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| {{SL|You|...}}
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| {{SL|You|(I hate to admit it, but it looks like we got hustled...)}}
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| }}
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| }}
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| }}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|Oh my God. I can't believe I wasted so much time on you...}}
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| {{SL|Local Resident|My dear Randy is still waiting for me to try his apple pies.}}
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| Although you don't know who Randy is, this lady clearly doesn't want to continue the conversation anymore.
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| {{SL|You|Sorry for taking up your time.}}
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| After the conversation, you and Artem stroll along the busy streets of Kylos.
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| You have both gone silent. You feel something oppressed in your hearts...
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| You feel heavy and anxious. You've lost the excitement for the trip.
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|I swear to God that I'm already accommodating you with all my kindness. Young lady, you should stop.}}
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| {{SL|You|You should stop!}}
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| {{SL|You|(Dang... let me think how I should refute him!)}}
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| ===Scenic Spot Troubles===
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| {{SL|You|...}}
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| As the sky grows dark, the lively excitement of the city peters out into a peaceful quiet.
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| Only the tumult within your heart remains unabated, sharply contrasting the tranquil night.
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| You can still picture the face of that unreasonable restaurant owner.
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| {{SL|You|These extra fees you're asking for are unwarranted. We won't pay them!}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|What?! My god, I guarantee that every cent is fairly charged.}}
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| {{SL|You|So it's fair to separately charge a service fee, a materials fee, and a labor fee?}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|I can't believe you would ask such a silly question.}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|If we don't charge them separately, how can we provide proper service to our customers?}}
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| {{SL|You|You're scamming customers by charging whatever fees you want!}}
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| {{SL|Artem|We've called the police. I suggest you save your excuses for them.}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|Ah, what the hell! I don't know how to talk to you people.}}
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| The restaurant owner is clearly unable to refute your words, yet he stubbornly persists.
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|Leave! Get out of my restaurant!}}
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| {{SL|Restaurant Owner|If you show your faces here ever again, there's no telling what I'll do.}}
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| Your head hurts thinking about how haughty the owner was as he drove you and Artem out, even though he was in the wrong.
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| To make matters worse, what you experienced after leaving showed you that reality is worse than what you had imagined.
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| {{SL|You|I thought tourist scams were isolated incidents, not common occurrences.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|This culture didn't manifest overnight.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|The restaurant owner's demeanor demonstrated that he has been using dishonest practices to swindle tourists for a long time now.}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah. The locals that we talked to also told us...}}
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| {{SL|You|"Some business owners double prices for tourists since they won't know any better."}}
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| {{SL|You|"That owner isn't even that bad. Others are worse." And stuff like that...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Lombardia is a popular tourist destination. Traffic is high, and those who get cheated but don't want to stir trouble generally remain quiet.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Unscrupulous merchants know this, so they do as they please...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|In addition, the local authorities do little intervention, so this phenomenon will only worsen over time.}}
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| {{SL|You|We can't just do nothing! I need to expose this travel scam and put a stop to such criminal behavior.}}
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| {{SL|You|Otherwise, every tourist after us will experience what we just went through today!}}
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| You get angrier as you talk, and your voice naturally becomes more distressed.
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| Artem reaches out to hold your hands. The warmth of his palms radiates down through his fingertips.
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| You suddenly stop talking. You feel as if your heart is submerged in a clear spring.
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| {{SL|Artem|I understand your feelings. You're not upset merely because of what happened today, but that those experiences will continue to repeat themselves...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|More people will be treated unfairly, just as we were.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Don't worry. I'll help you.}}
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| Artem says the words that you were unable to.
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| He is a spring of water that you are completely immersed in. There are no secrets before him — he sees through your every thought.
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| {{SL|You|...Mr. Wing, let's try to collect some evidence and resolve this issue.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Yes, together.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|However... We don't need to rush. Proper solutions require time.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|I've kept today's receipt as evidence.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|When the train arrives at the James River tomorrow, we can keep an eye out for similar occurrences during our travels.}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah! If we run into a similar situation, we can keep some evidence!}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Right. Our evidence will be key in eliminating tourist scams.}}
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| The warmth of his palms grows more intense, as if they are a source of strength that gives you encouragement and confidence.
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| A feeling surfaces from the depths of your heart: as long as you're with Artem, you will succeed in anything you do.
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| Yes, this is fact.
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| }}
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| ===Visiting the James River===
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=James River
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| After you decide to report on the unreasonable charges of Lombardia...
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| Your trip to James River seems to have gained another purpose.
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| You record every expense incurred during the trip and check the amounts on each receipt carefully.
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| {{SL|You|I knew it! Look, Mr. Wing...}}
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| {{SL|You|There's a 30% extra service charge for the waterbus ticket.}}
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| {{SL|You|There's an unknown extra charge for the speedboat tickets.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Also, there's a surcharge on the receipt of the Riverside Restaurant.}}
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| {{SL|You|We never realized until we checked carefully...}}
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| In fact, not only did you find problems in today's receipts, when you and Artem went through the previous bills last night...
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| You've been charged extra service fees on the first day of the trip. You just didn't notice them back then.
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| {{SL|You|I think these are sufficient to explain the problem here.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Well, let me find the way to the police station...}}
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| Before Artem finishes, an angry voice interrupts him.
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| {{SL|???|How can you do that? I'm going to sue you!}}
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| A man with a bandage on his hand comes out of the water bus station angrily.
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| He points to the air and says a few swear words as though he's very dissatisfied with someone in the station.
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| And yet no one from the station is responding to him ...
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Don't hide. I know you are there!}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|You better give me an explanation!}}
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| Seeing him like this, you can't help going over to ask him.
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| {{SC
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| {{SL|You|Hello, may I ask... what's going on?}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Hm, I wanted to go on the water bus but they asked me to pay for two seats!}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|They're outrageous, aren't they?}}
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| {{SL|You|Hmm... How strange. Why do they want you to pay double?}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|My left arm is broken, so I asked the staff member if he could leave a vacant seat on my left side in case my arm gets hit.}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|I didn't force anyone to open an extra seat for me. I just said it would be nice if I could have some extra space...}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Then I was told that they could arrange a separate seat for me but I need to pay extra!}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|They said it was the rules. They wouldn't let me on the bus unless I paid for another seat!}}
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| |choice2=Cause of injury
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| |script2=
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| {{SL|You|How is your arm doing?}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Oh, it's fine. It's been a few days already. I accidentally fell before I came here. It doesn't hurt much anymore.}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|But the doctor suggested not to move around too much.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Bus rules
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| {{SL|Artem|I don't remember any rule like that about the water bus.}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Right? How could such a rule exist?!}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|I told them that I changed my mind and I didn't want to switch seats; that I'd sit with the other passengers.}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|But the staff refused, claiming that I would affect other passengers!}}
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| {{SL|You|(That's practically forcing him to buy another ticket!)}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=What happened afterwards
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|...What happened then?}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|I ran off of the water bus and went straight to their office to ask for a refund...}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|The manager told me that the tickets were not refundable!}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|I didn't take the ride... Why couldn't I get a refund?}}
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| {{SL|You|(It seems there are a lot of problems with Lombardia's attractions, not to mention the additional unwarranted fees.)}}
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| }}
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| }}
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| {{SL|You|In fact, we've also come across some issues...}}
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| You briefly tell the tourist about your encounters in the past few days.
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Oh, so you've been through the same thing as well.}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|The Kylos restaurant also charged me extra service fees a few days ago when I had dinner there.}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|I was in a good mood so I didn't argue with them.}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|And who would've thought they'd try to cheat me here today! Humph, I can't stand it anymore!}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Are you willing to go to the police with us and report your situation to them?}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Sure. I must tell the police and I want answers!}}
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| }}
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| ===Treatment Plan===
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=James Police Station
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| {{SL|You|So that's what happened.}}
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| You report the problems you encountered these few days and submit the relevant evidence to the police.
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| After hearing what you said, the police officer who received you frowns deeply.
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| {{SL|Police Officer|I am sorry to hear about your encounters. Although we do receive some complaints about the tourist scams...}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|There are not many cases, so we never get too involved after mediation.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|Please rest assured that we'll follow the procedures and handle these cases.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|We will urge the restaurants and attractions to give you refunds as soon as possible.}}
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| {{SL|You|Thank you. Although we hope there'll be a more thorough solution to this issue.}}
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| Before you can finish, the injured tourist is already starting to yell.
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Hey, that's it?}}
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| {{SL|Hurt Tourist|Can't you think of a way to supervise them and prevent them from scamming more tourists in the future?}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|Don't worry. We will try our best to find a solution. However...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|May I ask, are you having any difficulties?}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|Not really. Just that it takes time to implement the solutions.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|But please trust us, in a few months... we'll be able to completely resolve the overcharging issue.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Management plan
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|Do you mind telling me... your plan to solve all the problems?}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|Sorry, I can't disclose the details, but I can assure you that...}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|We'll be working with the police in Lombardia to restore order. We'll be strict about the unwarranted fees that have been charged.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Looks like they will draw up a detailed plan...)}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Tourist compensation
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|Artem|What about the tourists' that have already been over-charged?}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|Please, rest assured.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|We have a compensation plan in place for that.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|We will protect the right of every tourist. Once verified, we will find out where they visited to compensate them according to the regulations.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Follow-up management
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|Sorry, I have one more question...}}
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| {{SL|You|After all this, will there be any arrangements to prevent this from happening again?}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|Of course. A group of police will be assigned to supervise these matters.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|And there will be regular inspections as well as occasional checks to ensure that everyone is following the regulations.}}
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| }}
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| }}
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| }}
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| {{SL|You|We hope you are right... and the tourist scams will be stopped as soon as possible.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|They will. Please have faith in us.}}
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| {{SL|Police Officer|Next time you come here, I'm sure you will see the difference.}}
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| }}
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|
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| ===The Warmth of a Greenhouse===
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=James Greenhouse Park
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| |script=
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| Following the James River, you and Artem reach the end of the alleyway and tour a greenhouse blooming with flowers.
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| From the colorful collections of flowers to the vibrant and verdant plants, everything is full of vitality... Just like your mood right now.
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| {{SL|You|Great! Thanks to you, Mr. Wing, the tourist payment scams were finally resolved.}}
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| The evidence that you and Artem had collected together finally makes the relevant authorities prioritize the tourist scams.
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| The staff repeatedly promised that they would properly rectify the issue and compensate tourists who had suffered losses.
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| All the hard work you two put in has paid off.
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| {{SL|Artem|It was primarily thanks to your efforts that this matter was resolved so smoothly. I didn't do much.}}
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| {{SL|You|You obviously helped a lot!}}
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| {{SL|You|You helped me sort out information, collect tourists' feedback, and you stopped that rude restaurant owner...}}
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| {{SL|You|Without you, I wouldn't have been able to do so well...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|You've done a great job, and great work deserves praise. Would you rather I say...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Don't be arrogant and keep working hard?}}
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| {{SL|You|Either or. I'm happy to accept any kind of compliment.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Ah... As you wish.}}
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| Artem shows a helpless expression, but his eyes are mirthful.
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| {{SL|Artem|I'm relieved to see you in higher spirits. A few days ago, you were...}}
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| {{SL|You|Huh? Mr. Wing, I wasn't as upset as you thought I was.}}
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| You sit down in a patio chair and enjoy the gentle sunlight shining through the greenhouse's glass panes.
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| {{SL|You|There were some troubles that came up, and I really was worried about them...}}
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| {{SL|You|But those kinds of things wouldn't affect me! With my confidence, those kinds of things aren't even problems.}}
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| Artem sits next to you, his gaze burning into you as he contemplates your words.
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| {{SL|You|Because we're the best team. I know that as long as we're together, we can easily solve any problem.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Agreed. We're the best team.}}
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| {{SL|You|I feel so much better now! Time to properly enjoy the rest of our trip!}}
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| {{SL|You|Why don't we watch another performance later? Hmm... or maybe a walk by the river?}}
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| {{SL|You|The travel guides I read said that the James River is really pretty at sunset. We can go take...}}
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| Before you can say "take pictures," you freeze. It feels like something is buzzing
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| {{SL|You|Ahh! Oh no, oh no! I—I completely forgot about taking pictures for Evelyn!}}
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| You thought you'd forgotten something these two days but you didn't dwell on it.
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| You completely forgot to take photos for Evelyn!
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| {{SL|You|Oh no. I won't be able to finish my task... I'll have to beg for Evelyn's forgiveness when I get back.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|...}}
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| {{SL|You|Mr. Wing... What are you laughing at?}}
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| {{SL|Artem|I wasn't laughing.}}
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| Despite what he said, a distinct smirk is concealed behind Artem's eyes.
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| {{SL|Artem|Don't worry. Let's go take a picture of the James River sunset.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|The train will arrive in Floren Palace tomorrow. There're many beautiful buildings there. You'll get some nice photos.}}
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| {{SL|You|From now on, I need to work harder on taking photos! Mr. Wing, please keep an eye on me!}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Sure. I'll keep an eye on you.}}
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| }}
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|
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| ===Searching for Floren Palace===
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=Floren Palace
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| |script=
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| The cool breeze blows in from the lake by Floren Palace, brushing past your hair, bringing with it a refreshing atmosphere.
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| The shade from the green trees covers the classical buildings, just like the scene in a romantic painting.
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| {{SL|You|Floren Palace is so beautiful... Oh no, I really don't know where I should take the photos.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|We can ask for the staff's recommendation for places to take pictures.}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah. That's what I thought too!}}
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| }}
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=Tourist Information Center
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| |script=
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| {{SL|Staff|Hello, how may I help you?}}
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| {{SL|You|Excuse me, can you please suggest some attractions around here for taking photos?}}
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| {{SL|Staff|There're many beautiful places around Floren Palace.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|Are you more interested in cultural sites or natural scenery?}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Cultural sites
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|Well... Any recommendations for cultural landmarks?}}
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| {{SL|Staff|I'd recommend The Princess Levee and The Kali Palace.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Ladyship's Embankment
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|You|Where is the The Princess Levee?}}
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| {{SL|Staff|It's located on the left side of Floren Palace. You can get there by taking the tour bus from the information station.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|It was built during the Old Aristocratic Period of Lombardia and is a paragon of the combination of the neoclassical and victorian periods in Floren Palace Architecture.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|The Princess Levee is a testimony to the history of Lombardia.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Hmm, it'd be a good idea to take pictures of buildings with some history behind them... nice.)}}
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| |choice2=Temple of Kali
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| |script2=
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| {{SL|You|Um... Is The Kali Palace on the right side of Floren Palace? The one that looks like an art gallery?}}
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| {{SL|Staff|Yes. It was once a Gothic-style palace built by the ancient nobility. Now it's an art gallery.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|The facade of The Kali Palace is very distinctive and is one of the most popular sights for travel photography.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|It often holds art exhibitions and cultural exchange activities, which are popular among tourists.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|You may want to go take a look. I'm sure you'll find it worthwhile.}}
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| {{SL|You|I think I can get some good photos in The Kali Palace.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Then we should pay it a visit, later.}}
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| {{SL|You|Great. Let's do that.}}
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| }}
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| |choice2=Natural scenery
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| |script2=
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| {{SL|You|I'm more into cultural landmarks.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|Then I'm sure you'll like Garden of the Angels and St. Neve's Garden.}}
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| {{SC
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| |choice1=Saint Nove's Garden
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| |script1=
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| {{SL|Artem|I remember St. Neve's Garden... wasn't open to the public at one point. It is now?}}
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| {{SL|Staff|Yes. It used to be the private garden of a duke.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|The duke donated the garden and after some renovation, it's officially open to the public.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|There are lots of rare flowers in the garden. It will be a great experience.}}
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| {{SL|You|(A romantic garden... hmm, I'm sure I can snap some beautiful photos there!)}}
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| |choice2=Angel Garden
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| |script2=
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| {{SL|You|Garden of the Angels?}}
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| {{SL|Staff|It's actually the largest botanical garden in Floren.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|The garden is best known for its "sea of tulips" and "flower-waterfall trees" in the botanical area.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|It happens to be tulip season. I guarantee you'll be shocked by the beauty of the flowers if you visit the garden.}}
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| {{SL|You|(Sea of Tulips... so romantic...)}}
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| {{SL|You|Mr. Wing, I want to take some pictures in Garden of the Angels.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Okay. I'll check the route.}}
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| }}
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| }}
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| {{SL|Staff|Do you have any other questions?}}
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| {{SL|You|No. We already have an idea. Thank you.}}
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| {{SL|Staff|You're welcome. It's my honor to be able to serve you. Have fun.}}
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| }}
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| ===The Most Beautiful Landscape===
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| {{Script
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| |scriptHeader=Floren Palace Culture Street
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| |characterLinks=You!Main Character,Artem!Artem Wing
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| |script=
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| On the last day of your trip, you and Artem visit all the attractions in Floren Palace.
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| The gorgeous Floren Palace, the historical Art Gallery, the magnificent Sculpture Park... You record the scenery with the lens.
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| {{SL|You|Mr. Wing, come and have a look. Which photos should I use?}}
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| It's easy to take photos but choosing them is a nightmare. After staring at the camera screen for a while...
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| You decide to turn to Artem for help in choosing the photos for Evelyn.
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| {{SL|Artem|Hmm...}}
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| Artem pokes at the camera screen and points at a group of Floren Palace photos taken with a wide-angle lens.
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| {{SL|Artem|The angles of these shots make the photos seem more open.}}
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| {{SL|You|We have the same taste. Actually, I like this group too!}}
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| {{SL|You|Just that...}}
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| You personally prefer this group of photos too, but you're also worried at the same time.
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| {{SL|You|Mr. Wing, do you think this group of photos is similar to the last ones I sent?}}
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| {{SL|Artem|How is that?}}
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| {{SL|You|When we were in Lombardia, I took photos with similar angles... but Evelyn...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Are you worried that your friend won't be satisfied with this group of photos?}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah...}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Don't worry too much. Your friend wants "the view you think is the most breathtaking on your trip."}}
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| {{SL|Artem|If you think this is the most breathtaking view, then it is.}}
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| {{SL|You|(My feelings?)}}
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| Subconsciously, you fan yourself with your hand to calm down and think more clearly.
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| {{SL|Artem|[Player], let's find a place to sit down and rest.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|If you can't decide now, relax for a bit. Maybe you'll think of something new later.}}
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| {{SL|You|Yeah, sure.}}
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| Artem is right. There's no point stressing over it. You may as well do something else and enjoy your trip.
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| You take a rest on a bench in the street.
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| The cool breeze is comfortable and brings with it a sweet aroma.
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| Following the smell, you see an ice cream truck across the street, with a sign "Handmade ice cream, 100-year-old recipe."
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| {{SL|You|Handmade ice cream from a 100-year-old recipe? I wonder what that tastes like.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Do you want to try?}}
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| {{SL|You|Yes!}}
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| The sign caught your attention and suddenly you're interested in trying the traditional handmade ice cream.
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| {{SL|Artem|Wait here. I'll go buy some.}}
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| With that, Artem crosses the street and walks over to the ice cream truck.
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| You watch Artem from the distance...
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| You see him talk with the owner politely then return with an ice cream cone in both of his hands.
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| Artem's classic camel-colored trench coat is straightened and neat, giving him a little extra elegance.
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| {{SL|You|(This coat really suits Mr. Wing. Strange... Why haven't I noticed earlier?)}}
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| When you are still staring at Artem, he's already walking over to you...
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| The classic architecture becomes a background for him, like the composition in a fine painting.
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| The image freezes in front of your eyes, it looks like a landscape picture.
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| {{SL|You|(Your friend wants "the view that you find the most breathtaking on your trip.")}}
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| Thinking about what Artem'd said, the idea slowly becomes clear in your mind.
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| You pick up the camera and wave it at him.
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| {{SL|You|Mr. Wing, here!}}
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| {{SL|Artem|Oh?}}
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| Through the camera lens, he looks directly at you with a smile on his lips. This scene is captured.
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| {{SL|Artem|Why did you... suddenly...}}
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| {{SL|You|Because the angle was perfect. I decided to send this photo to Evelyn.}}
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| You show him the camera. He looks at the photo and looks back at you.
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| {{SL|Artem|You...}}
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| {{SL|You|Everyone sees and thinks differently. I should bravely show others what I think is beautiful.}}
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| Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. Everyone sees differently. And everyone defines beauty differently.
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| So the answer is very obvious.
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| What Evelyn wants is your emotion. And the beauty of this journey is being together with Artem.
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| {{SL|You|I think the most breathtaking view...}}
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| {{SL|You|Is you.}}
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| Artem smiles and looks at you, sincerely and genuinely.
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| {{SL|Artem|In my eyes, you've always been.}}
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| His calm words set off ripples in your heart, twisting and circling.
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| A warmth surges up to your cheeks. At this moment, even the air seems sweet, making you intoxicated...
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| {{SL|Artem|Okay. Put away the camera first. The ice cream is melting.}}
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| {{SL|You|Ah! My ice cream!}}
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| You'd been so focused on the photos, the ice cream is already melting, dripping down along the side...
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| You quickly put away the camera and take the ice cream.
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| {{SL|You|Delicious. No wonder it's been around for a hundred years.}}
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| {{SL|Artem|It's fragrant and sweet.}}
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| Although the melted ice cream is a little messy to eat. The creamy fragrance still tastes wonderful.
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| At this moment, as you look at each other, there's tenderness and romance in the air.
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| The feeling is beyond words and yet it is in the bottom of your heart.
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| You believe this is the most breathtaking view of your journey.
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