Envision a Rose Forthcoming

(Talk to Cocona)

Cocona: Welcome, guest! I'm the shop owner here, Cocona. How may I assist you?

She smiles at you, with a precise smile obviously honed from years of training — a mere notch more would be flattery. and a notch less would be indifferent.

What particularly captures your attention is her voice: Limpid, bright, but with a hidden tinge of fatigue — perhaps she has to repeat this umpteenth times to umpteenth customers every day.

Cocona: Jewelry, wristwatches, handbags, and haute couture... You can find the most high-end and opulent merchandise in Penacony here.

I'd like to peruse your goods.

Cocona: Of course, allow me to give you a general introduction first.

I think I came to the wrong place.

Cocona: That's fine. No harm in learning more.

Cocona: If I'm not wrong, you're a first-time Dreamchaser in Penacony... Are you having fun here?

Yes I am.

Cocona: That's good. Besides the Golden Hour, I'd also recommend you touring the other Moments... The sights in other places are all uniquely breathtaking in their own right.

I haven't tried everything yet

Cocona: The Golden Hour is Penacony's most grandiose Dreamscape, brimming with the cosmos' myriad treasures. It's worth spending some time in.

Cocona: It's nice being young. Seeing you reminds me of the times when I was still a student. Back then, as a native of Penacony, I dared not utter a wrong word more... nor take a wrong step.

Cocona: ...Apologies for suddenly spouting such strange words... I have a few outfits that I think would be perfect for you. Would you care to take a look?

Cocona: Fitting clothes are like bosom friends. You're still young, and you'll encounter them eventually, so why not get to know them beforehand?

I'd like to take a look at this gray overcoat.

Cocona: The overcoat took fifty Dreamscape weavers thirty system hours to thread together. Other mass-manufactured products pale in comparison to its astounding artistic details.

Cocona: It's made from... from ancient materials harvested from the Memory Zone. The overall style is chic, yet elegant — perfect for important occasions.

I'd like to take a look at this pair of black boots.

Cocona: These boots' materials hail from an outer planet, requiring the colossal mental efforts of eighty Dreamscape weavers in the tanning and tailoring process.

Cocona: The journey to harvest these materials was highly dangerous — the very reason that only... err... two hundred, no... three hundred pairs of this limited design were sold this season. And our shop only has three pairs left.

I'd like to take a look at these white pants.

Cocona: These pants are an avant-garde creation by the renowned designer... Mr. Kunde. Special mention has to be made of its embroidery — its inspiration originates from a certain famous painter, and is woven with gold threads.

That's all.

(Trailblazer): (Why does it feel a bit forced...)

Cocona: This is the latest issue of Dream Couture. You can learn more about the fashion items in this magazine.

As Cocona passes you a magazine, she shuts her eyes, a frown creasing her brow, and her body wavers slightly. Could she be unwell?

You pick up Dream Couture and flip through it, your eyes perusing the stream of its dazzling catalog, until a note falls out from between its pages.

(Trailblazer): (Hmm, what's this?)

(Quick Read)

Cocona's Note

Month ▇▇ Day ▇▇
A leather coat, delivered to Ms. Vitatta.
A limited edition handbag. delivered to Ms. Anna.
Today, three more customers have appointments at the store: Mrs. Gerwin...
No, Mrs. Gerwin passed away a long time ago. What am I writing...
After I had a visit from someone in The Family, I seem to have forgotten a lot of things... I'm not as easily discouraged as before, but my heart always feels empty, and I get tired easily...
When I get the chance next time, I'll ask The Family. I keep feeling that they took something away from me...
They've always been doing that...

Clockie: ...Tick-tock! Over here! Quickly!

Cocona: Welco... Eh? Are you the customer from just now...?

Cocona looks a tad lost at the sight of you — but you two just chatted a few moments ago.

Miss Cocona, are you feeling all right?

Cocona: Sorry, I've been a bit tired recently... So, how may I assist you?

You look pretty tired... You should take a break.

Cocona: I'm sorry... for providing you with an unsatisfactory shopping experience.

(Talk to Cocona again, optional)

Cocona: I'm sorry... for providing you with an unsatisfactory shopping experience.

(Talk to Clockie)

Clockie: Tick-tock! Something's not quite right about the person you just spoke to.

I feel it too...

She looks really tired...

Clockie: That lady with the nice voice... she's lacking something in her. You saw what she wrote too, right? She thinks there's a void in her heart, like she forgot something really important.

Clockie: I reckon she's lost some part of her heart... (Trailblazer), we must help make her whole again!

(Talk to Cocona)

Cocona: Ooh, it's you... My sincere apologies for the subpar experience just now.

Cocona: How may I assist you?

Start the Clockwork.

(Unlock the Emo Dial with "Sad" Gear ×1)

"Sorrow" streams into Cocona's heart like stinging surge, jumbled memories and past drowning her like a turbulent tide.

Cocona: ...

Cocona: So... this is the life I live...?

Cocona: So meaningless... So worthless...

Miss Cocona, are you all right?

Cocona: It's... It's fine...

Cocona: ...

Cocona tightly clutches her clothes, and her body starts to shiver.

(Trailblazer): (Miss Cocona doesn't look too good... Why is this happening?)

Can you hear me?

Cocona: Deep breaths, Cocona, deep breaths. It's working hours now. You've got to get it together... When you wake up, when you wake up, it'll all be fine...

Cocona: Just like before, deep breaths, deep breaths... Don't cry...

Cocona: You just have to get through this...

(Trailblazer): (The situation seems to be getting out of control...)

I'll go get the dream nurse right now!

Cocona: Just got to wait till the light appears over the horizon... Till then...

It's fine. Please take a break first.

Oh no. Cocona's Emo Dial has been locked, tick-tock~

(Talk to Cocona again, optional)

Cocona: Deep breaths, Cocona, deep breaths. It's working hours now. You've got to get it together... When you wake up, when you wake up, it'll all be fine...

Cocona: Just like before, deep breaths, deep breaths... Don't cry...

Cocona: You just have to get through this...

(Trailblazer): (Uh-oh, the situation seems to be getting out of control...)

Hang in there, Miss Cocona —

I'll get the dream nurse right now!

Cocona: Just got to wait till the light appears over the horizon... Till then...

(Talk to Giovanna)

Giovanna: If you've just woken up from a dream, remember — this is reality.

Miss Cocona's not feeling well.

Giovanna: Cocona? Oh, that luxury goods shop owner... What's wrong with her?

She suddenly became very depressed.

Giovanna: A common symptom. Looks like her old problem is acting up again.

It feels like she's become somewhat dazed.

Giovanna: Ah... probably side effects from the prior treatment.

Giovanna: I recall that she received special treatment not too long ago... Did something happen again to upset her?

Giovanna: She has a decent job and great income, but is always plagued by such problems — it really baffles me.

Giovanna nonchalantly continues working on whatever she has on hand as if it isn't the first time she has encountered this probelm.

Is Miss Cocona ill?

Giovanna: High-intensity work will severely burden one's mental well-being. Perhaps she's too stressed at work? Over time, that would eventually cause depression.

What sort of treatment did you give her?

Giovanna: The relevant personnel have already "handled" her emotions accordingly. She should have already forgotten all the unhappy memories. Conversely, forgetfulness, sleepiness, and dulled reactions are unavoidable side effects.

Giovanna: Please forgive me for not being able to reveal too many details regarding the "treatment." It's a rule set by The Family.

Giovanna: Thank you for informing me of Miss Cocona's recent situation. I will dispatch people to deliver more of the "special drink" to her.

Special drink?

Giovanna: Ah, it's a very special recipe of SoulGlad, specially prepared for those like Cocona — a special drink unique in the Dreamscapes.

Giovanna: Drink it within the Dreamscape and she will temporarily forget her troubles and suppress those negative emotions, allowing her to properly focus on her work and lead a normal life.

Let me deliver it to her then.

I can deliver it quicker for you.

Giovanna: You mean...

Giovanna: I understand. I'll give the special drink to you then. Please deliver it to Miss Cocona.

Giovanna: You're such a helpful Dreamchaser. I've met many guests from all walks of life — those with character comparable to yours are few and far between.

Giovanna: I'll be troubling you with this matter then. Just as well, I have other guests to look after right now.

Giovanna is visibly pleased that she can end this conversation quickly. She turns away and busies herself with her many tasks.

(Obtain Soulheal Special Mix)

(Talk to Cocona)

Cocona is still standing there, trying her best to smile. Fine beads of sweat emerge on her forehead. Some passing guests notice the strangeness and start to murmur and point at her.

Cocona: Welcome, esteemed guest. I am the shop owner here, Cocona. How may I assist you?

Cocona, it's me.

Cocona: Ah, it's you... I'm all fine now. Thank you for your assistance.

Cocona: Back then... I was just momentarily shocked. I never thought I had forgotten so many things. Look, I'm all recovered... I'm able to work just like before.

(Trailblazer): (Miss Cocona has suddenly returned to normal...)

(Trailblazer): (But I still feel like something's off... Better chat with her some more.)

I brought the Soulheal Special Mix.

Cocona: Thank you... but I don't need such a thing any longer.

Cocona: I'm very happy to remember the events that happened in the past... Even if they brought back unhappy memories.

Cocona: They're all bygones... I used to be trapped in my hesitation, afraid to move forward... But now, I think I've finally found a way to resolve it all.

Cocona: I'm truly happy, (mister/madam)... I really am truly happy.

You sure you're really all right?

Cocona: I've never felt this good before... Please don't worry about me.

Why not drink the special drink first?

Cocona: I've already found my final solution... Don't worry. Everything will turn out fine.

Cocona: If there's nothing else, I'd better get back to work.

Cocona: I really miss the gentle breeze and grass in real life... I really want to find a quiet, soft meadow, lie in it, and doze off...

Take the day off today.

I'll take a walk with you.

Cocona: I can't. It's work hours now. I can't simply leave my station.

Cocona: But... if you really wish to help, I do have a request to ask of you.

Cocona: I lost something at the hotel in the Dreamscape: It was a record. Could you help me bring it back? You look like... you have a mighty air about you — you definitely won't be intimidated by those strange incidents going on in the hotel.

Cocona: As for the reward, you don't have to worry... I'll pay whatever it takes. Money has no meaning to me anymore.

I'll help you get it back.

Cocona: Thank you for your kindness.

But you must first drink the special drink.

You should drink the special drink first.

Cocona: ...Okay, if it will make you happy. Please give it to me.

(Submit Soulheal Special Mix)

Cocona: Look, I've drank it all. Now, please rest easy and go.

(Talk to Cocona again, optional)

Cocona: I lost something at the hotel in the Dreamscape: It was a record. Could you help me bring it back? You look like... you have a mighty air about you — you definitely won't be intimidated by those strange incidents going on in the hotel.

Cocona: As for the reward, you don't have to worry... I'll pay whatever it takes. Money has no meaning to me anymore.

(While walking towards marked location)

(Trailblazer): (The place that Miss Cocona mentioned should be around here...)

(Approach the marked location)

(Trailblazer): (Intense emotions will cause anomalies in the Dreamscape. It appears that the emotions contained in that record are quite strong...)

(Trailblazer): (I should be able to get the record after eliminating those misshapen creatures. Time to fire on all cylinders then!)

(Begin battle against Dreamjolt Troupe's Bubble Hound ×2, Dreamjolt Troupe's Mr. Domescreen ×1

(After battle)

(Trailblazer): (A record laden with dust and scratches — looks like it can't be played any longer.)

(Trailblazer): (There's only one song recorded on it, and its name is... "Envision a Rose Forthcoming.")

(Trailblazer): (In any case, I'd better bring this back to her first.)

(Obtain Envision a Rose Forthcoming)

(While walking towards marked location)

Cocona: *Barfs*... *Barfs*...

(Approach Cocona)

Cocona: This so-called Soulheal Special Mix... It's disgusting...

Cocona: It's just to make me stay obediently here... To make me forget who exactly I am...

Cocona: That thing... I don't need it ever again... Never again...

Cocona: *Barfs*... *Barfs*...

(Talk to Cocona)

Cocona: Welcome, esteemed guest...

Cocona: Ah, it's you. Look, I didn't forget this time... Huh? You've already retrieved the record? Wonderful.

Is it very important to you?

Cocona: ...I'm just somewhat nostalgic of the moments it holds.

It was sung by a singer you liked?

Cocona: Oh, no... Well, I guess you could say that.

Cocona takes the record and fruitlessly tries to clean up the grime on the record but to no avail.

Cocona: To think it is really this worn-out... After I lost it on that day, I had never thought I would ever get it back.

Cocona: Thank you... Tonight, I will fall asleep while listening to it... Even better if I don't ever wake up.

Cocona: To a scarred and battered soul, this is probably the best ending.

(Trailblazer): (Cocona's tone... is a little strange...)

Clockie: Tick-tock, (Trailblazer), get over here, quick!

Clockie: I have something to tell you. It's urgent! Get over here!

(Talk to Cocona again, optional)

Cocona: Thank you... Tonight, I will fall asleep while listening to it... Even better if I don't ever wake up.

(Talk to Clockie)

Clockie: Tick-tock, (Trailblazer), I think something's very wrong!

Everything is too "normal."

Clockie: This is the greatest anomaly!

Cocona's change is too abrupt.

Clockie: I'm really worried about what she's thinking.

Clockie: We patched up Cocona's lost emotion and made her memories somewhat more lucid... But it just made her sadder! I've got a feeling she's being tortured by something horrific!

Clockie: I've got a bad feeling that if we leave her alone here, something very bad will happen. We can't leave her alone!

Yes, we can't leave Cocona alone.

Clockie: It may be a bit intrusive, but the only thing we can do is to take a look inside her heart! We have to give her a hand if necessary!

Clockie: That record she values so much could be used to break the locks over her heart. Go try it now!

(Talk to Cocona)

Cocona: ...

Cocona's eyes stare at the record, oblivious to everything around her. It's as if she's been completely devoured by her dejection.

We will not abandon you.

Hurry and use Cocona's replacement lock cylinder, tick-tock!

(Unlock the Emo Dial with Envision a Rose Forthcoming)

You're about to enter Cocona's Emoscape. Are you ready, tick-tock?

(Enter Cocona's Inner World)

Come back when you're prepared.

There Lies Not Void

Mission Description

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Cocona seems to be running towards a particular location. Catch up with her and see what has happened.

If Cocona was held onto

Find Cocona

Step Description

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You have pulled Cocona back from the precipice of danger. Go check on her.

Golden Hour

If Cocona was let go

Ask Giovanna about Cocona's situation

Step Description

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You have returned from Cocona's inner world, only to find that she is nowhere to be found. Giovanna the dream nurse may know something.

The Reverie (Reality)

Return to the store to search for Cocona

Step Description

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Giovanna's ambiguous statement has left you perplexed. Return to the store and take another look.

Golden Hour

Trivia

• The Chinese name of this mission is a reference to the Chinese translation of a collection of poems written by Portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa under the heteronym Álvaro de Campos, titled 想象一朵未来的玫瑰.

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