Bringer's Scheme

The True Scheme

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 "The True Scheme"

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Video Summary: A cunning distraction, concealing the true intent.

Story Description: Section 6 has located Perlman. However, thanks to Zhu Yuan, they discover a tracking device on him... It turns out that Bringer has been monitoring everyone's movements closely.
His decision to let Perlman go while arresting Hoshimi Miyabi only adds confusion and raises even more questions.
Facing crisis, the decision is made to prioritize finding Miyabi and thwarting Bringer's scheme.

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Not long later, (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍) successfully gets into contact with Section 6 and explains the situation.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): I'm really sorry, everyone, but (‍we can't locate Miss Miyabi right now...we can't locate Miss Miyabi right now...Text for Wise / we're currently unable to track down Miss Hoshimi's location...we're currently unable to track down Miss Hoshimi's location...Text for Belle‍)

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Understood... I reached out to my Director and some friends in the media, seems they haven't heard anything about Hoshimi Miyabi being arrested or Perlman reappearing...

Zhu Yuan: Hello? Can you hear me? It's Zhu Yuan! This is urgent, please confirm something for me! Is Perlman with you right now?

Zhu Yuan: Check the back of his neck! Please look behind his ears or at the base of his hairline. Do you see a small wound?

Perlman: Wh—What are you doing? N—Now hang on, m—my hair? Owwww!!! Easy, easy!!!

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Yes, Officer Zhu Yuan. There is indeed a small wound on the right side of his hairline, approximately half an inch long. How did you know?

Zhu Yuan: For high-profile cases, the precinct sometimes puts small tracking chips on suspects when they're detained to stop them from doing anything dangerous.

Zhu Yuan: I found out that the chips used on Perlman and the other suspects in recent cases have broad-range tracking capabilities... and they've been active this whole time.

Asaba Harumasa: What? A tracking chip? And it's been active this whole time? Even after the airship crash?

Zhu Yuan: That's correct...

Asaba Harumasa: Hang on! Does that mean... that the precinct could've tracked this guy down any time they wanted?

Zhu Yuan: If the lead investigator wanted to... yes, they could've easily found Perlman. From the moment he entered the Outer Ring...

Zhu Yuan: Yet, they never tracked him down. The precinct records show that he's still missing.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Our entire operation was based on one assumption: that the mastermind was doing everything to stop us from revealing the truth, to eliminate Perlman, and to cover up their crimes...

Tsukishiro Yanagi: But if they always knew where he was, then what was the purpose of all the pursuits, ambushes, and interceptions?

Soukaku: Huh? Didn't the bad Commander take Chief Miyabi outside the Hollow to weaken us?

And if we guessed wrong?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): If we were mistaken... then that means Bringer didn't take Miss (‍HoshimiHoshimiText for Wise / MiyabiMiyabiText for Belle‍) to undermine us. He must have taken her for a different reason...

Asaba Harumasa: "A different reason"... don't tell me... he wanted the Chief herself? But that doesn't make any sense... She has nothing to do with the case, and nothing seemed off with her. Plus, who in their right mind would try picking a fight with a Void Hunter...? Unless they're looking to get themselves killed.

There was something odd! Her katana!

Her katana lost control when we were in the Hollow!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Hang on. I just remembered something! The strangest thing happened while we were in the Outer Ring Hollow!

You quickly fill everyone in on what happened with the katana inside the Hollow, leaving them with even more questions.

Asaba Harumasa: You can't be serious. That crooked Commander's target really is our Chief! But why?

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Doesn't matter. They took Miyabi right before my eyes! I'm... such an idiot for allowing this to happen!!! I must report this to the Director immediately!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Everyone, calm down. Shouldn't we figure out where Miss (‍HoshimiHoshimiText for Wise / MiyabiMiyabiText for Belle‍) and Bringer are first?

Zhu Yuan: Miyabi is being transported in a Public Security vehicle. I can track it. As for Officer Bringer...

Qingyi: He's over where the Vision scandal was exposed, just outside the Dead End Hollow. Remember that place?

Zhu Yuan: How do you know that, Qingyi?

Qingyi: Because he's giving a speech there today. It was on the news. They said it's happening as scheduled, with many eyewitnesses from the Vision scandal and concerned citizens attending.

Let's split up!

To save time, let's split into two teams!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Guys, let's split up! We'll search for Bringer and look for Miss (‍HoshimiHoshimiText for Wise / MiyabiMiyabiText for Belle‍) at the same time!

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Okay! I'll go find Miyabi! Please guide us out of the Hollow right now!

Asaba Harumasa: No, we shouldn't be the ones looking for the Chief.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Why not? Aren't you worried about her? If anything happens to her, I swear I'll—!

Asaba Harumasa: Calm down, Tsukishiro. You're losing your cool. We're closer to Bringer's location right now, and we've still got Perlman.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: But...!

Asaba Harumasa: No buts. You know I'm right, Deputy Chief.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Ughhh—!

Soukaku: Nagi... I—I think Harumasa's got a point this time. Umm... For once, he's actually making sense. Maybe we should listen to him...?

Asaba Harumasa: Ouch, that hurt. But thanks for speaking up for me, Soukaku~

Zhu Yuan: I'll find Miyabi. I mentioned earlier that I can track the vehicle, plus as a Public Security Officer, I won't attract attention.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: ...

Zhu Yuan: Miss Tsukishiro, Miyabi and I go way back. I understand exactly how you feel. I promise I will bring her back safely.

I'll join you!

I'll go too!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I'll join you! (‍Wise will stay at home with Eous to assist you guys.Wise will stay at home with Eous to assist you guys.Text for Belle‍) I'll go with Zhu Yuan to find Miss (‍HoshimiHoshimiText for Wise / MiyabiMiyabiText for Belle‍)!

Qingyi: Hmm~ Looks like our tasks are set? I'll stay here to protect the video store then, so you have one less thing to worry about.

The communicator transmitted several deep breaths, followed by a few quick slaps, like someone's trying to regain focus.

Tsukishiro Yanagi: I'm sorry for losing my composure, everyone. The plan makes sense. Let's get moving!

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Proxy, you're... you're pretty capable, right?

I'm more than just pretty capable.

I'm the best.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Better than you (‍think.think.Text for Wise / think!think!Text for Belle‍) I'm the best Proxy in New Eridu, and I will bring her back!

Tsukishiro Yanagi: Okay, I believe you. I'll leave the Chief in your capable hands, then!

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), Zhu Yuan is waiting for you at the parking lot. I think she wants to talk to you about searching for Miss (‍HoshimiHoshimiText for Wise / MiyabiMiyabiText for Belle‍).

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): But... I feel like she's not in a good mood.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): She might still be upset... since we hid our identity from her.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): When there's a chance, we should really give her a proper explanation...

 Track Hoshimi Miyabi's whereabouts with Zhu Yuan

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Zhu Yuan said she had a way to track Hoshimi Miyabi's whereabouts. Talk with her about the next course of action. And... it seems like she's still upset that we kept the Proxy identity a secret. Better explain things to her properly.

Zhu Yuan: You're here.

Zhu Yuan: I'm looking into the transport vehicle's location. We'll head out once I get word.

Zhu Yuan stops talking after that. An awkward silence settles between you.

(Try to talk to Zhu Yuan)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Um... (‍Officer Zhu YuanOfficer Zhu YuanText for Wise / Zhu YuanZhu YuanText for Belle‍), are you still mad?

Zhu Yuan: No. There's no reason for me to be mad.

(Consider your response)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Zhu Yuan seems really upset... Is she expecting an apology from me?)

(Apologize sincerely)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Zhu Yuan, (‍I owe you an apology. I never wanted to hide my identity, especially from you.I owe you an apology. I never wanted to hide my identity, especially from you.Text for Wise / Zhu Yuan, I'm really, really sorry! I never wanted to hide my identity, especially from you!Zhu Yuan, I'm really, really sorry! I never wanted to hide my identity, especially from you!Text for Belle‍)

Zhu Yuan: Huh...?

Zhu Yuan: Huh...! S—So why did you keep this from me...?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I didn't want to cause you any trouble! You're an elite officer, and I'm a Proxy operating in the shadows. What if the truth drove us apart or even made us enemies?

Zhu Yuan: No... I play by the rules and respect law and order, but I don't follow them blindly! I know the difference between right and wrong and would, of course, do what is just!

Zhu Yuan: If you consider me a friend, then you should have more faith in me...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Zhu Yuan, I promise I'll never keep anything from you again!(‍ If I do, then the video store will lose money every day! If I do, then the video store will lose money every day!Text for Wise / If I do, my brother's gonna have the worst luck ever, even fortune cookies will come up blank!If I do, my brother's gonna have the worst luck ever, even fortune cookies will come up blank!Text for Belle‍)

Zhu Yuan: Um, you don't have to go that far...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Yes, I do. You're a very dear friend, Zhu Yuan!Yes, I do. You're a very dear friend, Zhu Yuan!Text for Wise / Yes I do! You're a very important friend to me, Zhu Yuan!Yes I do! You're a very important friend to me, Zhu Yuan!Text for Belle‍)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Your feelings matter a lot to me. I don't want this to drive a wedge between us!

Zhu Yuan: Huh? ...Huh!?

At that moment, Zhu Yuan's comms rings. A little flustered, she quickly picks it up and moves away to check her messages.

Zhu Yuan: Manager, I asked Officer Chen to locate the currently active transport vehicles in the Janus Quarter, and they're heading north. I believe Miyabi is on one of them!

Zhu Yuan: We need to move now and intercept them! With a PubSec car, we can use the express lane!

Zhu Yuan: But there are checkpoints everywhere, so I might not be able to bring along a regular citizen like you, Manager...

Take my Bangboo!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Take my Bangboo, we can still stay in touch that way. It'll come in handy in emergencies.

Zhu Yuan: Understood. I'll head out now.

Zhu Yuan: As for our conversation just now... let's continue after we get Miyabi back.

(Talk to Zhu Yuan if Comm is exited)

Zhu Yuan: Manager, Bringer's speech is about to begin.

Zhu Yuan: Miyabi must have been taken to that area... We need to hurry and find her.

Let me show you the way!

Wait a moment...

Zhu Yuan: Got it. I'll wait for you to get ready!

(Exit Dialogue)

Hoshimi Miyabi's Whereabouts

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 "Hoshimi Miyabi's Whereabouts"

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Video Summary: Familiar routes, familiar directions.

Story Description: Zhu Yuan has tracked down the vehicle carrying Hoshimi Miyabi, and it's on its way to the venue where Bringer will give his speech... With the clock ticking, Zhu Yuan has no other choice but to follow your advice and take the shortcut through Dead End Hollow.

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A short while later, near Fourteenth Street: A PubSec car hurtles down the street, siren blaring...
The awkward silence inside the vehicle strikes a stark contrast with the noise of the siren blaring outside.

Officer Chen: Taskforce patrol squad to Captain Zhu Yuan, do you copy? Repeat, do you copy? Over...

Zhu Yuan: Ah...! C—Copy! Officer Chen, Zhu Yuan here, over!

Officer Chen: Captain Zhu Yuan... Hmm? Why does your voice sound a little raspy?

Zhu Yuan: Ah, it was pretty hot here and my throat got a little dry! *ahem* What's your status? Did you find any leads? Over.

Officer Chen: Yes, I ran a quick check. There are eight transport vehicles still on duty in Janus Quarter, and one matches the route you mentioned. I'll share its location with you now. Over.

Zhu Yuan: Thank you, Officer Chen! You've been a big help. Go get some rest! Over.

Officer Chen: Copy that, Captain Zhu Yuan. You take care, don't work too hard! Taskforce patrol team over and out...

Zhu Yuan: Whew... Alright, got the info on Miyabi's transport vehicle!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Ah! The transport vehicle's location came through! Let me see... Huh?!

Zhu Yuan: Wait... The navdata shows that the escort vehicle's final destination is... the site of Bringer's speech?!

Zhu Yuan: This is bad! Tons of people are heading there right now and the streets are jammed! How do we get through? Sound the sirens? Switch to PubSec motorcycles?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Let's use the Hollow! Dead End Hollow is nearby, we can cut straight through!

Zhu Yuan: What? But driving in the Hollow is extremely dangerous. Are you suggesting we walk? That'll take too long!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Don't worry, I know a way to get there quickly and safely. Trust me, I've done it before!

Zhu Yuan: Amazing! I didn't know you could drive a train, Manager!

Zhu Yuan: Is this railway route okay?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Trust me, I'm familiar with this route! It'll definitely lead us out of the Dead End Hollow!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Wait, I think we've got Ethereals approaching!

Zhu Yuan: Leave it to me! I won't let them get in the way!

(Approach the marked location)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): By the way, you're familiar with Miss (‍HoshimiHoshimiText for Wise / MiyabiMiyabiText for Belle‍), right Zhu Yuan?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Do you know why the Hoshimi family is being targeted?Do you know why the Hoshimi family is being targeted? Tooltip for Do you know why the Hoshimi family is being targeted?ⓘText for Wise / Do you know why they're targeting the Hoshimi family?Do you know why they're targeting the Hoshimi family?Text for Belle‍)

Zhu Yuan: As I'm sure you know, the Hoshimi family has a long heritage.

Zhu Yuan: They gave rise to the first generation of Void Hunters, making significant contributions to the city.

Zhu Yuan: There were several other heads of the family who made significant contributions, too.

Zhu Yuan: Each of them was an exceptional and unique warrior.

Zhu Yuan: They consistently uphold the Hoshimi family's reputation.

Zhu Yuan: Up until a certain point, when the Hoshimi family suddenly stopped prioritizing martial skills.

Zhu Yuan: They started to involve themselves in the city's management using their political power.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I know, we have a documentary about the Hoshimi family in our store.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): There are stories circulating on Inter-Knot that the Hoshimi family possesses a secret that makes them stronger.

Zhu Yuan: ...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Huh...? Is it possible the urban legend has some truth to it?Huh...? Is it possible the urban legend has some truth to it?Text for Wise / Hmm...? Could the urban legend actually be true?Hmm...? Could the urban legend actually be true?Text for Belle‍)

Zhu Yuan: I don't know much, but I have a way to find out.

Zhu Yuan: Manager, you can keep us in touch with the outside world, right?

Zhu Yuan: I can contact the Hoshimis and reach out to Miyabi's immediate family.

The Dead End Express

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 "The Dead End Express"

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Video Summary: Secret heirlooms always conceal a mystery.

Story Description: To uncover Bringer's motives, you reach out to Hoshimi Miyabi's father with the help of Lycaon. In doing so, you uncover the Hoshimi family's hidden secret...
When Miyabi comes into contact with the rogue cursed blade, it seems to go through some sort of catastrophic change...

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Moments later, to verify Zhu Yuan's theory, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍) stops the train in a safe zone and establish a communication link with the outside world...

Zhu Yuan: Hello? Hi, this is Officer Zhu Yuan from the Criminal Investigation Special Response Team. I'm just calling to—

Hoshimi Family Housekeeper: "I know, Officer Zhu Yuan. I'm still waiting to hear back from the Throne Quarter precinct. The head of our house ought to be at the banquet hall still, joining in on all the election day events. I've asked my secretary to locate him as soon as possible."

Zhu Yuan: Ah, alright. I'm sorry to keep bothering you with all these calls. I'll wait for your reply, then.

Zhu Yuan: *tsk* Not good. With the elections happening now, even the Hoshimi family housekeeper can't get in touch with Miyabi's father...

Are you close with the Hoshimi family, Zhu Yuan?

Do you know the head of the Hoshimi family, Zhu Yuan?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): You seem to be pretty close with the Hoshimis, Zhu Yuan. Do you know the head of the family?

Zhu Yuan: I wouldn't say we're close but when Miyabi and I were classmates, she invited me to her place a few times — so I've met him before. As the head of one of the most famous families in New Eridu, he must have a lot on his plate.

Zhu Yuan: To figure out what the enemy wants from Miyabi, we need to understand their motive... The only way to do that is to talk to her father.

Zhu Yuan: But my usual channels only get me as far as their household staff. I don't have any connections to that fancy banquet hall in Throne Quarter. And they use private security that's independent of PubSec.

I might have some high-society connections.

I know someone we could try reaching out to.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): We just need to find someone who has connections to high society, right? Then I might just know someone!

Moments later, after patching through Random Play, a familiar voice answers...

Lycaon: Ah, Master Proxy. It's been quite some time. I never anticipated a call from you on a day like today.

Lycaon! Please, you've gotta help me!

I'm counting on you, Victoria Housekeeping!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Thanks for taking my call, Lycaon. I've got something extremely important that I need your help with.Thanks for taking my call, Lycaon. I've got something extremely important that I need your help with.Text for Wise / Lycaon! Thank you for taking my call! I've got something extremely important that I need your help with!Lycaon! Thank you for taking my call! I've got something extremely important that I need your help with!Text for Belle‍) Has Victoria Housekeeping ever offered services to the Hoshimi family?

Lycaon: They're a renowned martial arts family. They contributed significantly to the construction and safeguarding of our city. Our humble establishment has indeed been fortunate to provide our services to them and, indeed, they may be considered loyal customers of ours.

Zhu Yuan: Really? That's great! Do you happen to know much about their family affairs?

Lycaon: Hmm... That entirely depends on your definition of "family affairs." If it's not too much to ask... Could you please provide me with a little more context?

Zhu Yuan gives Lycaon a quick rundown of the situation.

Lycaon: I understand the circumstances, and your request seems fair and justified. However... I'm afraid that I cannot provide such information. It's against our confidentiality policy.

Zhu Yuan: I understand, but...!

Lycaon: Although I cannot provide that information, I can connect you with someone better suited to assist. Just a moment. Rina? Please watch the lobby for me.

Lycaon steps away from the call briefly, and a few minutes later...

Hoshimi Souichirou: *ahem* Hello? Lycaon said you had something urgent to discuss with me?

Zhu Yuan: That voice... Is that...?!

Hoshimi Souichirou: Oh? Is that Miss Zhu Yuan? It's been a while. Thank you for looking after my daughter.

Zhu Yuan: It's been a while, Mr. Souichirou! Sorry to bother you, but it's urgent and it's about Miyabi! We think someone's trying to harm her, and she might be in danger!

Hoshimi Souichirou: Ahahahaha...!

Hoshimi Souichirou: Hmm? Oh, so you weren't joking? *ahem* Please, continue.

Zhu Yuan: Mr. Souichirou, aren't you worried about Miyabi's safety?

Hoshimi Souichirou: Of course I am, but I'm more concerned for those who wish to harm her.

Hoshimi Souichirou: I don't mean to brag, but she's strong — very strong. She's strong in every sense of the word, perhaps even stronger than that! Actually, she's even...

Hoshimi Souichirou: Ohhh, forgive me. There I go boasting again. Old habits die hard. Anyway, my daughter has proved time and again that those who wish her ill will never meet a good end. So, in comparison...

Hoshimi Souichirou: "Sharing our family's confidential information"... That could be a bigger issue.

Zhu Yuan:What... What do you mean?

Hoshimi Souichirou: Worry not. I have no doubts about your intentions, Miss Zhu Yuan. But our family affairs are... sensitive information. It's our rule not to share them lightly, especially considering we have a guest here I'm not acquainted with.

Hoshimi Souichirou: ...Would you mind proving that you know my daughter?

Her katana is a Hoshimi family heirloom passed down from generation to generation!

Only members of the Hoshimi family can touch her katana!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Miss (‍HoshimiHoshimiText for Wise / MiyabiMiyabiText for Belle‍)'s katana is a family heirloom, used by generations to eradicate evil! Only direct family members can handle it!

Hoshimi Souichirou: That's right, if she was willing to share that much with you, it shows that she trusts you. But this information is also known to a lot of her colleagues.

Mr. Souichirou, you prefer juice over wine!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Mr. Souichirou, you secretly swap your wine for juice during social events!

Hoshimi Souichirou: Huh?! She... She even told you that?

Her katana went out of control today!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Please (‍listen to me, Mr. Souichiroulisten to me, Mr. SouichirouText for Wise / hear me out, sirhear me out, sirText for Belle‍), the katana went out of control today! It unleashed massive foxfire! We barely managed to force it back into the scabbard!

Hoshimi Souichirou: What...?!

Hoshimi Souichirou: ...Lycaon, please inform the mayor that I might need to leave early this evening. My apologies. Now, you two, what I'm about to say is of the utmost importance and must not be shared with anyone!

Hoshimi Souichirou: If anyone is plotting against the Hoshimi family, they must be after the katana!

Hoshimi Souichirou: That katana is a treasured heirloom passed from generation to generation. It is also the source of power for every head of the family.

Hoshimi Souichirou: But the power sealed within it is... forbidden. Only the head is qualified to inherit and receive it, and the process is extremely dangerous!

Hoshimi Souichirou: My daughter, however, is different. Aside from an accident when she was young, she has never relied on the katana's power. Her strength comes from herself! She is the true genius of the Hoshimi family!

Hoshimi Souichirou: It is imperative that the scabbard remain intact! Under no circumstances should my daughter use the katana if the scabbard is compromised!

At the same time, an armored transport vehicle is heading toward the Dead End Hollow near Bringer's speech venue. Inside the vehicle...

Special Guest

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 "Special Guest"

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Video Summary: The true scheme always comes to light in the end.

Story Description: In the vehicle escorting Hoshimi Miyabi, Sarah reveals the secret of the Hoshimi family's cursed blade. After forcing Hoshimi Miyabi to touch the cursed blade, she leads her to nearby the crowd gathered for the speech... and Miyabi appears to be trapped deep in the throws of an illusion.

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	Hoshimi Miyabi ...
	CREAK CREAK
	???: Hey! Drive carefully! If you shake the Void Hunter around you'll end up locked up in HQ!
	Hoshimi Miyabi: Drop the act. You turned at the seventh street we passed to head back to Janus Quarter. This car was never going to HQ. ???: Uhhh...
	Sarah: Heh~ So you've known all along?
	Sarah: Are you sure you want to calmly let us do as we please?
	Hoshimi Miyabi: The schemes of villains are always unique. I might as well stick around and figure out your real objective. Besides...
	Hoshimi Miyabi: —You alone pose no threat to me.
	Sarah: Even with you unarmed?
	Hoshimi Miyabi: I don't need a blade to deal with you.
	Sarah: Indeed~ We really aren't worthy. After all, this is a treasure passed down through generations of the Hoshimi family...
	Sarah: It's slain dangerous Ethereals, legendary warriors, the remnants of the old civilization, and the evils of the new era... The cursed blade... Tailless.
	Hoshimi Miyabi: You...?! CLUNK
	Sarah: Seven generations of swordmasters have established the Hoshimi family's prestigious standing today. Sarah: Most people think the Hoshimi family's bloodline is inherently superior, but in fact, the true source of their power is this blade.
	Sarah: Except for you, Hoshimi Miyabi... You're the rare talent born to the Hoshimi Family, truly blessed in the art of swordsmanship.
	Hoshimi Miyabi: How do you know about the Hoshimi family? Sarah: Hahaha, because the target of our evil group... is you.
	Sarah: Null_Face may have botched the mission, but he still managed to obtain your deep sync modeling data.
	Hoshimi Miyabi: What...?!
	Sarah: Thanks to that, I get to witness the true form of the cursed blade...
	BZZT...
	Sarah: It is indeed, so beautiful!
	Sarah: This monstrous energy... is exactly what we need!
	Hoshimi Miyabi: What...?!
	Sarah: You're right, no one can threaten you, so we'll make you the threat! Hoshimi Miyabi: Release Tailless!
	THUD!!
	Bringer: Ah! What an unexpected delight!
	Bringer: To my surprise, Officer Hoshimi Miyabi has honored my speech with her presence. Dear citizens, let's give her a round of applause! ???: Wow! It's Ms. Miyabi! Amazing!
	Hoshimi Miyabi: ...
	(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Miyabi—!

Dizziness envelops her, and everything around her blurs...
Soon after, Hoshimi Miyabi opens her eyes weakly to find herself in a strange space she has never seen the likes of before.

Hoshimi Miyabi: Huh...? Where... am I?

Hoshimi Miyabi: I was clearly... Huh?!

Hoshimi Miyabi: It feels like... the foxfire is burning me?

???: ...#$!@!!

Hoshimi Miyabi: There are enemies here too?

Hoshimi Miyabi: After defeating the enemy... my body has surprisingly recovered a bit...!

Hoshimi Miyabi: Am I supposed to defeat enemies to recover...?

Hoshimi Miyabi: It scatters upon being cut... it's obviously not a physical entity...

Hoshimi Miyabi: Foxfire, it's a power that belongs to the Hoshimi family.

Hoshimi Miyabi: So why would it burn me...

Hoshimi Miyabi: Mm...! *cough*

???: Kill.

???: Kill...

???: —Kill.

???: Kill!

Hoshimi Miyabi: It's changed color... I can't shake the feeling that this place looks familiar... hmm?!

???: Hoshimi...

Hoshimi Miyabi: Huh! Foxfire! It's burning even more intensely...!

Hoshimi Miyabi: *cough*... *panting*... I'm losing my strength!

Hoshimi Miyabi: I must... defeat more enemies! The more the better!

Hoshimi Miyabi: This place... It's an... illusion of the cursed blade...?!

???: Our value lies in being invincible.

???: Being unstoppable is our vow...

???: —Our blood and tears are our sacrifice.

???: We, are, indestructible!

???: Only power can break the chains of fate.

???: Only power will allow us to challenge the strong and aid the weak...

???: —Only power can right the wrongs.

???: Only power can distinguish good from evil!

Hoshimi Miyabi: These strange whispers...

Hoshimi Miyabi: I think I heard them when my blade went out of control.

Hoshimi Miyabi: So loud!

(After defeating Nineveh)

Hoshimi Miyabi: Is it going to change again? This feeling...

Hoshimi Miyabi: Uuuuurrrgh...!! My body...!

In the illusion, countless monsters surge forward like a tidal wave. Miyabi relentlessly swings her blade, cutting down the Ethereals, pushing herself to the brink of total exhaustion...

"Kill!" "Kill!"
Countless voices invade Miyabi's mind, gnawing at her sanity. It feels as if swinging her blade without thinking is the only way to escape the torment...

Hoshimi Miyabi: Are these people... citizens?

???: Kill.

Hoshimi Miyabi: What...?!

???: Kill!

Hoshimi Miyabi: How could I?! I will never... wield my blade against the innocent!

Hoshimi Miyabi: Ahhhh...!

???: Hoshimi...

???: Kill them all!

???: Kill, and you'll be free.

???: Kill... and be mended...

???: —Kill — so you can pacify.

???: Kill! You'll find satisfaction!

Hoshimi Miyabi: *cough...!* *cough* I... I refuse.