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dotsuitarehompoCard Story: Repaying With Kindness
Appearing Characters: Akira, Rutile, Chloe, Mitile (mentioned), Riquet (mentioned)
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Chapter 1 ✾ Chapter 2 ✾ Chapter 3 ✾ Card Episode
Location: Manor Hall (Day)
Akira: (Sighs)
Rutile: Hello there, Master Sage.
Akira: Oh hey, Rutile and Chloe. Those bags you got there...Did you guys go on a shopping
spree?
Chloe: We did! We visited the marketplace to shop for some materials.
Rutile: We came across some wonderful finds. Come check these out!
Akira: Woah…! Judging from the fabrics, they look very comfortable...so soft and cozy.
Chloe: I know, right? We ended up buying tons of these since they look perfect if you wanna dress down into something more comfy.
These will be made into clothes for Mitile and Riquet to wear during their sleepover...I’m soo excited just thinking about what I will come up with!
Akira: I do think they’re more than happy to see that happen. Chloe must be looking forward to getting the chance to make matching outfits in time for the sleepover.
Rutile: Sleepovers are fun, aren’t they? They still have yet to tell me what they plan on doing, but I bet they’re going to have a blast.
Akira: Seems to be a really important bonding moment for those two. I’m glad to hear that they’re going to have a fun time together.
Rutile: …
Akira (...Hm? Looks as though Rutile has been keeping an eye on me...)
Rutile: Did you wear yourself out, Master Sage? You sounded beat, especially when you sighed just a while ago...
Akira: Oh! N-Not at all! I’m in good shape, you see!
(I’ve been concerned about it the whole day, so I couldn’t help but let out a sigh…I think I made Rutile become worried about me...)
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Location: Akira’s Room (Night)
After refreshing up with a bath, I toweled myself dry and headed to the window. As I glimpsed into the courtyard at nocturne hours, I looked back upon an encounter that happened this afternoon.
(Flashback)
White Cat: Meowrrrzz!
(End Flashback)
Akira: (Maybe it had a bad experience with humans before, being injured by them and all. That could explain why it went aggressive at me…)
(If that’s the case, I shouldn’t get myself too close to it but…)
And that’s how I stumbled upon myself fixated into the courtyard. All of a sudden, I heard a knock at my door.
Rutile: Good evening, Master Sage. Sorry for coming up this late at night.
(Door opening)
Akira: It’s all good. What’s up?
Rutile: Hehe. I wanted to ask if you want to come along for a night of fun, Master Sage.
If you don’t mind at all, would you like to stop by my room?
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Location: Rutile’s Room (Night)
As I walked into Rutile’s room, I was welcomed by someone I didn’t expect.
Chloe: Greetings, Master Sage. Let’s get this show on the road!
Akira: Huh? You're here too, Chloe?
Chloe: << Suispicibo Voitengok >> !
I got engulfed under Chloe’s spell. In a flash, the clothes I was wearing before transformed into cozy and comfy pajamas.
Akira: Wow…! The fabric’s the same as the one I saw earlier!
Chloe: Ehehe. This is what I cooked up in time for our sleepover! You like it?
Akira: Yes, I love it! Wait a minute, did I hear you say a sleepover?
Rutile: Sorry for the sudden surprise. Remember when we were talking about Mitile’s sleepover with his friends earlier?
To tell you the truth, I’ve been wanting to go to a sleepover too...so I was hoping you could join us.
Chloe: We thought of surprising you as the result. Sorry about that, did we spook you?
Akira: Ahaha! That explains it. Happy that you invited me for a nice surprise!
Rutile and Chloe: What a relief!
Rutile: Now let’s get this sleepover started! Put all of these bed sheets all over the floor...and don’t forget to pile up on lots of pillows.
In the midst of it all were snacks, sweets, and herbal tea brewed by Rutile. Just us sitting back and relaxing during the whole time. It was exciting, it was a night to remember.
Chloe: How nice! It does feel like a sleepover! And I can’t get over how wonderful it smells right now!
Akira: It’s something that makes me feel right at home too…
Rutile: I infused a touch of calming effects to the herbal tea. Fits the whole mood of tonight, don’t you think?
Akira: I agree! Nice to spend a relaxing time being dressed all in comfy pajamas!
Chloe: Ehehe...Since I don’t have many friends around my age, I’m really happy to be able to enjoy this time with Rutile.
The best part is having you join us in the fun, Master Sage!
Rutile: Hehe, same here!
I spent most of the time with kids back at the Town of Clouds. How exciting it is to be able to stay up all night with my friends like this.
We were all in high spirits so we started chatting the night away while holding onto our cups of Rutile’s herbal tea.
As we jumped from one topic to another from talking about what they bought today to what went up around the manor, Rutile turned his attention to me and asked.
Rutile: How are things going, Master Sage?
Akira: Huh, me? Well, I...
For a second, the white cat from earlier crossed my mind.
(But then, I’ll end up making them get all worried if I bring it up...I suppose it’s not worth mentioning about it…)
Rutile and Chloe: …
Rutile: Master Sage. Since it’s a sleepover, we would love to get to know you more. Especially if you share with us something random about you.
Chloe: Yes, yes! Feel free to share about anything. Oh, but–if it bothers you, you don’t have to force yourself.
Akira: You guys...
A spontaneous sleepover with comfy pajamas and calming herbal tea to boot.
Akira: (Is it because they noticed me sighing earlier and decided to have a sleepover like this?)
...Actually...
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Rutile: Was that it? Because of a white cat from the courtyard…
Akira: Yeah. I couldn’t stop being bothered about it. Umm...I’m really sorry if I caused you two to fuss over me about me.
Chloe: Hey, you don’t need to apologize at all! We’re glad you got to share about this with us.
Akira: You were glad...?
Rutile: You never fail to always look after us and approach us when you see us become worried, don’t you?
We long been wanting to be the kind of people who you can easily approach and depend on like the same way you did for us.
This is why we’re happy that you were able to talk with us about how you were feeling.
Akira: Rutile…
Thank you for this. It makes me feel happy to hear you say all of this to me.
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Location: Manor Courtyard (Day)
Akira: Sorry, Rutile. I didn’t mean to make you wake up this early in the morning.
Oh––the white cat!
When the cat spotted our trail, it arched its back and started to bristle.
But then, as soon it found out we weren't going anywhere near it, it backed off––still on the lookout.
Rutile: It ran away from us...
Akira: It’s all good. That will be enough for today.
If I show up to the cat more, I could eventually bring the distance much closer without thinking I will try to harm it or anything.
All thanks to you guys listening to me, I was able to clear and sort my thoughts out.
Rutile: Hehe...I’m sure your good intentions will reach the white cat.
You have this same mindset when you approach the wizards too. I’m sure it will turn out well.
Akira: Thank you, Rutile! It’s nice being reassured by you saying all these things to me.
You see...Sorry to be a bother, but can I ask you for a favor?
Rutile: Sure, why not? Feel free to request anything you like!
Akira: If it’s okay with you guys, could I ask if you could be there for me when I’m in a pickle again?
You two gave me the courage to face what happened earlier. Because of that, I want to depend on you guys for support next time.
Rutile: Master Sage...Of course, we can!
Leave all of your worries and doubts to us!
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Card Episode: When We First Met
Rutile: You wanted to know my first impression of you, Master Sage?
Akira: Yup. We now talk a lot to each other more, but I was wondering about your thoughts of me when we first met.
Rutile: Oh, I see. I thought you were a really wonderful person.
Akira: Wait, really? That makes me glad to hear from you saying that, but what was something that make you feel that way?
Rutile: There was a mixer held on the day we were first summoned. At that time when Mitile questioned you, you answered with "Instead of sticking the blame on others, how about we all focus and come up with ways in sorting out these problems together?"
As you said this, I was deeply moved by how wonderful you are!
Akira: That must have been embarrassing for me to say it out loud, huh?...I didn't know much at that time and I wasn't sure if that was a good answer...
Rutile: Hehe! Later on, you expressed that you wanted to join a class.
When you said about how you wanted to see and learn about how wonderful this world is, I was happy to hear that too!
Akira: I see...! Thank you for sharing your impressions! I was able to learn many things about this world all thanks to you guys.
Tycho Lake for example! A huge lake that shines like a jewel, plus a wonderful poem was written in honor of it. You could also catch mystical fish there too.
Rutile: Wow, happy to see you remember! I think you're talking about soul fish though.
Oh wait, Master Sage. Would you like to join me for some tea time in my room later on?
I would love to hear more about all of the other things you learned about this world as well as looking back into your wonderful memories!
Bonus! Homescreen Voicelines:
2nd Anniversary Homescreen Voiceline
Rutile: Would you like to hold my hand, Master Sage? Hehe. Thank you very much. Your warm hands give me the strength to believe there are people who always place trust in us no matter what. I hope that's the same way you feel for us too, Master Sage.
Card Homescreen Voiceline
Rutile: I figured it might be fun to witness the celebration at the Magic Manor all the way from the skies! so I'm about to embark on a quick flight. Would you like to tag along too, Master Sage? Okay, hold onto me tight! Get set...And now, we're off!
