Part 113: January 3 - January 10: The Odd Couple

Doorbell: *BING BONG*
> It seems someone's at the door...
-Like A Dream Come True-











Oh Jesus Christ.




























> You are going to go skiing with the others. At the same time, Teddie will live with you while Dojima and Nanako are away...You hope things will be okay. When Teddie returns with his belongings, you spend time helping him unpack...
-Signs of Love-






"I don't have any porn, by the way. That keeps coming up for some reason."
> Your chill seems to have gotten even worse at night...You should return to your room and rest...You feel dizzy...What's going on...? Your vision begins to waver...

> You can hear Teddie's voice from far away...This is...



I'm pretty sure that ever since Nanako woke back up, Teddie believes the words "Hang in there" have miraculous healing powers.
> Your body feels heavy...Your vision blurs again...
-Girl of the Hollow Forest-

> This is...It looks like you are having another dream...


> You try to speak, but for some reason you are unable to...







> Your vision begins to waver...You feel lightheaded. It's like everything is being shrouded in darkness...















> You have been bed-ridden for a while, but it seems like you've finally recovered...


> It would seem that Teddie has been taking care of you...
Cell phone: *RING RING*




> It seems Marie is in a very dangerous place...You should work to strengthen your bonds with your friends until Margaret comes for you...

> You carry Teddie to bed and decide to rest for the day...

> The third school term begins today. It seems that you've fully recovered.


> You pull your winter clothes out of your dresser and leave for school...Obtained Midwinter Yaso.
-Snowflakes-






-Specialist-

Mr. Kondo: Did you all get to celebrate the new year in the proper way? By that, I mean did you get to eat all the right foods? I had zoni, osechi, and, of course, the toshikoshi noodles! You've got to have toshikoshi while the calendar's changing! But, I completely forgot to get the kagami mochi! Even if you don't eat it, that's important too, right? So...Amagi! No, wait, you look like you'd know...Genjo!


Mr. Kondo: Hey! That's correct! Not just any orange, though. It's got to be a bitter orange, called a "daidai!" That means "several generations!" Of course, it doesn't taste very good, but the symbolism of the thing is what matters here, you know? Did you all get this? Don't make the same mistake I did when next year comes around!
-Snowflakes-
> The new term has begun. It's been a while since you've met everyone at school...
Back to the daily grind. Starting here, you have about four more weeks to take care of Social Links and other business.

Male student: I was wandering around the shrine for a while on New Year's Eve, hoping that girl I like would show up. But, in the end, she never did, and I caught a cold, too. It was the worst winter break I've ever had...There is no god!
> You gave him the Animal Guide.
Male student: Is this it!? You're amazing! Where did you find this!? I looked around all over for one, but I never found it. Yeah, once I give her this, she'll...Thank you, my cupid! Please...Take this!
> Received Mokoi Doll.
Male student: ...Be sure to treasure that. I kept that in my room, and I loved it. Now I'm giving it to you, Sanzo.

Mrs. Nakayama: I know, won't you do me a favor? You know how I had you bring me the Crystal Ball before? I don't know if it had any effect or not...Last year was kind of average for me. In addition, I had so many expenses during January...One of the books I was reading had something that increased your luck with money just by keeping it around! Supposedly it's called Golden Chains, but I want you to bring me 3 of it.

Mrs. Nakayama: Really!? You make me so happy. I bet they're chains that'll form an inseparable bond between you and your money! Well then, I'll be counting on you.
-The Baddest Man Alive-

Funky student: I'm putting my heart and soul into studying for college entrance exams! I'm burning with passion!...Actually, that's a big lie. Sorry. Didn't mean to fake the funk. My passion for school is just all burnt out, man. All that sparks my soul now are our riddle battles! I said I wouldn't let it, but me and the riddle game are still magnetic! I'm begging you, from riddle-laya to riddle-playa, step up to my challenge one more time!

Funky student: I knew you'd do it, man! Outta sight! Riddle brother, you allllll right! Firin' the last riddle in my clip! This riddle's so parabolic, the energy'll blow you over even if you're brolic! I'ma put a bunch of things in order from greatest to least. You gotta give me the next item in the series. Can you dig it!? Brazil, Italy, Germany, Argentina...Will your answer be a miss or a hit tonight? Is this riddle cake or is this your riddle kryptonite? What comes next?

Funky student: Some of the crowd are on the pitch, they think it's all over...well it is now! You've gotten 'round my back and scored. Correct! Brazil's won the most World Cups with 5, Italy with 4, Germany with 3, Argentina and Uruguay each have 2. And with that, you have earned the Golden Brain. You've unraveled all of my riddles. We are truly riddle brothers! No, I see now that you are more than that...You're a riddle hero, man! As the one true riddle hero, let me hook you up with this! It's a small thank you for all the battles we've had!
> Received three Soul Food.
Funky student: Thank you, Riddle Hero! That last battle was just what my soul needed to stay fresh. You know, studying for college entrance exams will be a breeze compared to the riddle battles against you! Much love!
-Snowflakes-

Ms. Sofue: Won't you help me out again?

Ms. Sofue: Mm, that is truly honorable of you...The dowsing rod's I've been using until now have gotten quite damaged. I'd like you to find the ores that I will need to create new ones. According to the book I have, the Orichalcum would be best. I know it's rare, but I have high hopes that you'll be able to obtain them. Of course, I have something even rarer prepared as a reward for you.

Ms. Sofue: Ah...I am truly grateful, Sanzo. Well then, I ask that you bring me one Orichalcum.

Male student: I just happened to be listening to my crystal radio. I always find it soothing for some reason. I keep hoping that I'll hear that girl's voice, too...
> Handed over Old Ore.
Male student: This...This is it! Where in the world did you--? Ah, no, it doesn't matter! I can recreate the crystal radio from my childhood with this! I can't wait to listen to it...Thank you, thank you, thank you! I don't know if this is enough, but please, take this...
> Received Spirit Radio.
Male student: Of all the radios I've built, this is the best...It'll still break almost immediately, though...

Homely student: My hands were shaking so much that I accidentally hit it with a hammer the other day. What should I do!? If I bang myself up any more, no man will want me!
> You handed her the Classy Lumber.
Homely student: Wow...! I'll be able to make an excellent shelf with this! Hehehe, I can't wait to see the look on my dad's face! Thank you, Senpai! Here's...something for you. As always, thank you so very much!
> Obtained Assault Signal x 3.


> You feel that the bond you have with Naoto is something that can never be replaced...


> You feel that the bond you have with Rise is something that can never be replaced...
-How Much?-


*BONG* *CLANG* *CLONG*

> Obtained Guardian.



-Snowflakes-

Refreshed old man: What's this year gonna be like...? Nah. I'm not gonna think too much about that just yet. I plan to just enjoy this quiet snowy scenery for a while.
> You gave him the Modest Lamp.
Refreshed old man: ......
> The man is looking at the Modest Lamp...
Refreshed old man: Thank you...Really, thank you so much. I didn't give ya much to go on, but you brought me exactly what I wanted. It isn't much, but...Please, take this.
> Obtained 45,000 yen.
Refreshed old man: ...I'm gonna give this to my wife. She passed away, so...I thought she might like some light. Thank you so much.


Frantic middle-aged woman: Aha! I knew it! The police at this station are useless! You have to help me! It's my Minori-chan! She's missing! I thought she'd be fine, since Hikari-chan was with her...But she goes wandering out sometimes by herself...What if she winds up in Inaba and someone kidnaps her!? You can go further on that bike, can't you? Go look for my Minori-chan in Inaba!

Frantic middle-aged woman: Thank you...I'm counting on you. If you call her name--"Minori-chan"--she'll answer...She really likes fish. I hope she isn't eating stuff off the ground that she's not supposed to...
Some people just should not have pets.

> Maybe you should try calling its name...

> There's no response...Should you wait until it notices?

Unfamiliar cat: Mew.
> It seems to have noticed you, but it is more interested in the fish in the river...Should you give it a fish to try to catch its attention?

Unfamiliar cat: Mew!
> The unfamiliar cat carried the fish off somewhere...You don't think it'll be back today. You decide to come back another day.
Looks like I'm not done fishing after all. Unlike the last cat, this one only wants five fish--but five different kinds. And Hachiro Octopus will scare it away for the day. I could give it my Guardians, but they're good for a full SP restore. Cats don't need SP!
-Like A Dream Come True-
> You attended band rehearsal. Ayane's trombone is playing a beautiful harmony...


Band captain: Yeah, I got totally lost in your solo. You've been working hard, and it sounds like it's been paying off. Your tone is much better than before, and if I didn't know better, I'd say you're actually enjoying it now.

Band captain: That reminds me. I've been thinking about getting us a manager. You've done a lot for us, Ayane, but it's about time you moved on.

Band captain: Wha...? Er...no. You've got the wrong idea.

Band captain: Uhhh, listen, what I mean is...You've done a great job. I just think we've been too reliant on you. You're an able musician now, and we shouldn't be making you do all the grunt work by yourself.

Band captain: ...Well, uhhh, okay. That's that. That's a wrap for today, guys! We're done! Go on, go home!
-Smile-


> Ayane put something in your hand. Obtained Handmade Ticket. It reads: "Ayane Matsunaga In Concert--Date: TBA"

> Ayane is laughing awkwardly...


> Ayane is looking up at you with admiration in her eyes...

-The Path is Open-

The sun also rises.

-Smile-


> Ayane nods firmly...You passed some special time with Ayane...
-Signs of Love-



> Teddie went outside...You can hear Teddie's voice...



> You found a hibernating bug in the ground!
You can catch bugs for fishing here, now that it's too cold for veggies and the leaves are off the trees.








> You placed your collection of Persona figurines here. Seeing it fills you with a sense of accomplishment.
Five Persona dolls is enough for another boost to all your social stats. The Mokoi doll actually does a little dance whenever you focus on your shelf.
-Tanaka's Amazing Commodities-

-Sky Full of Stars-


Drunk boss: Gahahaha! That's great! You have to find the fun in things, or it's all a waste! My subordinate was never good at that. Always alone at work, always alone at the bar...just a real antisocial guy! But he's getting better at it. Now he's hanging out with people by choice! Means I don't have to worry about him after I transfer outta here! Gahahahahaha!









> Ai is laughing.

> You and Ai got better acquainted over small talk...


> You received Sincerity Cookie from Ai.

> You saw Ai home and headed back to your own home...