Part 91: 8/8/09
8/8/09Seems like theres more Tartarus available whenever were interested in it. Id say we should do it soon but I doubt well have time given what happened.
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Im calling to inform you of a change in Tartarus
I believe a path that was blocked is now open
I thought you would like to know.
I wish you a safe journey.
> The call ended.
Oh, and Mitsuru came by early, wanted me to make sure I got back in time for a meeting tonight.
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Theres something I need to tell everyone
but I think it would be best if you saw it yourself.
Come to the 4th floor meeting room when you get home tonight, okay?
Ill see you then.
> Mitsuru seems to have left
Aigis made a good point, that with human enemies we cant even afford to be off guard during the day.
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We must remain on guard at all times.
Akihikos been thinking about them too.
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But, next time they get in our way, Im going to beat them down.
Thats all there is to it.
Mitsuru is pretty concerned as well.
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we do know that they are definitely our enemies.
And theyre filled with malice and hostility.
Fuukas not sure how Strega managed to get by her.
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Who are they ?
Elizabeth asked me to take her somewhere again.
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This time we headed to the Shrine.
Video- Elizabeth at the Shrine
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Watch
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Well then, I shall first observe the local traditions and worship at the shrine.
> The innumerable coins Elizabeth is pouring in are shaking the offertory box.
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Though I usually do not reside in this world I wonder if I, too, may receive divine grace.
I wonder This system of monetary offerings is very similar to that of the wishing fountain.
There are many places in your world for supplicants to request good fortune
You live in a wondrous place
Could those paper strips tied there be ?
Its kind of exciting to be around Elizabeth, even the most mundane of things is amazing to her.
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I see There are many possible destinies written on them.
Well then Id like to experiment with this for myself.
Please wait here while I work on obtaining all of them.
> You decided to wait until Elizabeth is satisfied
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I just sort of let her find her own way through things.
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The inner self is exposed to any true god Their magnanimity of spirit excuses all !
And that being the case
> Elizabeth climbed up the slide.
> She waved her hand with a smile and
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> slid down it standing.
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One must first claw ones way to the top before relaxing in luxury
This playground equipment teaches a profound lesson on the true way of the world
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Id definitely like for you to continue the lessons, and teach me to play with the other equipment.
Our next goal, I think, should be the proper use of this jungle gym over here.
> Elizabeth climbed inside the jungle gym
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I cant get out
> You suggested that Elizabeth try the horizontal bar.
Its amazing how much fun you can have using things in ways that werent intended.
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> stood on it.
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> You had fun with Elizabeth.
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To be honest, Ive wondered lately
Is this world enjoyable to me simply because of the novelty of the stimuli it presents ?
It could also be that I
Well Perhaps I may, in truth, be enjoying our time together because we are together.
In any event I believe Ill open negotiations with my master to bring a horizontal bar into our room.
Id like to accompany you again sometime, if you wouldnt mind.
> You headed back to the Velvet Room with Elizabeth.
She had another cool thing for me.
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I am currently in negotiations with my master about introducing a set of horizontal bars here.
If I should win his favor, please stop by to make use of them.
Ah yes, and for a reward I have something very special for you.
With this, you can fuse Thoth.
He comes in the form of a beast, yet possesses knowledge beyond that of any human
Try him out and see for yourself the wisdom it may grant you.
Id like it if I could walk with you again in your world someday.
Please accept your reward.
> Obtained Book of Ancients.
She was also looking for some kind of drink named after her, and I headed down to the back alley on a hunch.
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Bartender: Whoa Not bad!
I bet thisll be popular!
Sorry, were not open yet
Hey, arent you still in high school?
Youre not sposed to be here.
Hm? You look like youve been around the block a time or two
It must be fate. Can you try this new cocktail I whipped up?
Oh, dont worry Theres no alcohol in it.
Its my own little concoction.
Im hoping to expand our clientele.
Cheers.
> You drank the cocktail.
> Its the perfect balance between sweet and sour. It has a refreshing flavor.
Bartender: So, whaddya think? Good, huh?
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Bartender: Right? I knew youd like it.
Tell ya what Ill give ya a bottle of it, on the house.
Im gonna go home and catch some Zs. Come back when youre legal and Ill let you try the good stuff!
> Obtained Queen Elizabeth.
Im kind of sad I had to give this away, it was really good.
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But, if they were going to make this type of drink, I wish they would have consulted me first. Oh, well.
Its non-alcoholic isnt it? Ill try it later.
Please accept your reward.
> Obtained S. Outfit Junpei.
I was worried because Id not seen Maiko at the shrine earlier, so I went back to try and find her. Fortunately I did, given what happened.
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> Maiko is staring at you.
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> Maiko seems happy.
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Yup, I have to run away now.
Remember not to tell Mom and Dad, okay? Bye!
> Maiko left.
> ?
> A woman approaches you.
So yeah her parents were already looking for her.
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Woman: Have you seen a little girl? Shes in elementary school
> The woman seems especially nervous.
> A man walks up from behind her
Man: Just calm down and think, dammit!
Woman: Calm down? Calm down!? What if something happens to her!
Man: Oh please! This is what happens when you force a child to study non-stop!
> They begin shouting.
Man: This is ridiculous!
Look, youre Aelita, right? I heard about you from Maiko.
She said she hung out with a high school kid instead of practicing piano.
Woman: This is the first Ive heard of it!
You didnt teach her anything funny, did you!?
> The woman is pissed off.
Man: Shut up, and stop jumping to stupid conclusions.
Look Were Maikos parents.
And, basically, we havent seen Maiko since this morning.
We found a note in her room that said: Im running away. Maiko
Mom: Shes never done anything like this before!
I know she said she didnt want me to tell them, but this was what she really wanted anyway and there was no way these two were going to stop fighting long enough to find her without my help.
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Dad: Y-Yeah, Im sure she must be around here somewhere.
Mom: Why, Maiko ?
> Maikos Mom started to cry.
Dad: Listen, girl
If you have any idea where she is, Im begging you to tell us.
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Dad: The takoyaki stand? Oh, that takokayi stand!
Hurry, lets go!
> Maikos parents dragged you to the takoyaki stand.
Of course thats where she was.
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Mom: There you are!
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Oh you came too?
Well I Um I
> Maiko seems shaken.
Mom: Are you okay, darling!? Are you hurt? What happened ?
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Mom: Oh, what a relief
How dare you run away from home! Do you have any idea how worried I was!?
You almost gave me a heart attack, young lady!
Dad: Geez, calm down! Cant you tell shes scared?
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You said you were getting a divorce, and I didnt know what to do!
I dont want you to get divorced because of me !
* sob * Waaaaaaaaaah!
Dad: Oh, so thats what this is all about
Were really sorry, Maiko. Why dont we go home and talk about this?
Im not sure what to say Im sorry we pulled you into this.
* sniff * I told you to keep it a secret
But thank you
> Maiko was happy to know that her parents cared about her.
> Your relationship is stronger now.
Im just glad theyre going to actually talk about it now.
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> Maiko left with her parents, so you decided to go back to the dorm.
So we had our meeting, and it started out on a real high note.
Video- Koro Joins
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Koro-chans okay!
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> Koromaru is sitting at Mitsurus side
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Whered you get this collar?
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In fact, it was the Chairmans suggestion. Well be looking after him here in the dorm.
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The more the merrier, right? Who cares if youre a dog?
Alright, Ill take him for a walk. Its summer break, after all!
Oh yeah so that was where Junpei never studying screwed us all.
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Ill see to it that you graduate.
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Well be taking intensive courses. Ive already applied for all of us.
I know how difficult its been balancing school and our late night excursions.
You havent had much time to study. I apologize for that.
Thats why the Chairman agrees that this is a good idea. I thought I told Takeba and Yamagishi.
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* sigh * This sucks.
I mean Im the leader so I just have to suck it up.
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> At any rate, you have gained a new ally.
> Koromaru Though only a dog, he is a trustworthy partner that will fight valiantly for his master
> You must make sure to support him well as the team leader
Koro-chan is just the best dog, at least theres that.
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His Persona is famous devil-dog Cerberus.
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Junpeis not happy about this, even though its so hell not fail out of school.
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I mean not that Im bitter.
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Maybe theyll have a class on how to get away with poisoning someone.
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Anyway Aigis was telling me about how Koro-chan fights Shadows.
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On the other hand, he does not inflict a great deal of damage.
That completes the analysis of Koromaru-sans battle style.
Oh, and he had that weird stripe-shirt guys fountain pen.
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> You spot something under Koromarus paw
> Would you like to pick it up?
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> Its a Red Fountain Pen.
> Obtained Red Fountain Pen.
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> Koromaru looks satisfied.
> Maybe you should take him for a walk tomorrow
Akihikos making the best of the situation.
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Its the same with school If you dont study, you cant pass your test.
The Chairman came by.
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Lets put our trust in Koromaru.
Mitsuru does her best to sell this whole summer school thing.
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Also I think Fuukas thinking of cooking for Koromaru. Which means Im going to need to step in.
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I mean I think she can cook dog food, but