Gates of the Past

The Legend Continues

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 The Legend Continues

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Video Summary: It's time to embark on the journey home... Yes, "home."

Story Description: Before leaving, Caesar tells you about the Tour de Inferno. The hidden rift in the Cinder Lake saved her life, and might have also saved the legendary first Overlord.

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Three days later...

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), everything's packed. We're ready to head back home!

Caesar: Proxy! Good thing you haven't left. I almost missed seeing you off.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Caesar, I told you, you shouldn't have rushed over here.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): With everything that's happened in the Old Oil Field, you need to be there to keep things under wraps.

Caesar: I told you, I'm just the acting Overlord.

Caesar: That day, even though Pompey threw in the Sparkstone that was replaced by Lucius, he was the first one to reach the finish line. The Overlord title should be his.

Speaking of Lucius...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Caesar, speaking of Lucius, any news on his whereabouts?

Caesar: Nothing yet. We haven't found his man Mors either.

Caesar: Hmph, that no-good snake... We sent Burnice and Piper to cut him off, but he got away.

Caesar: Looking through the stuff he left behind, we found evidence that he was colluding with an Ether corporation in the city. Combined with Eous's recordings that day, the Old Oil Field bikers are well aware of what he did.

Caesar: Proxy, I didn't get to thank you after leaving the Hollow. We saved Cinder Lake thanks to you.

It was all you.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Couldn't have done it without you, Caesar. When Cinder Lake was about to go out, I almost gave up hope.

You're too kind.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): You're too kind. All I did was get you to the end safely. When the lake was about to go out, I thought we were done for.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): All I could do was watch as you rode away, getting further and further from us...

Caesar: Hey, don't get emotional on me! I was saved by the fissure hidden under the vent!

Caesar: Isn't it crazy how that went down?

(Tell Caesar Fairy's hypothesis)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): A friend who's an expert on this said that due to the complex air currents around the fissure, Ether particles are unable to stabilize, preventing it from being sealed off.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Due to the balance between the natural gas and the Ether particles, the fissure won't be moving anywhere. It's probably been there for decades.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): "Diving into the fiery sea, the hero returns valiantly"... When the first Overlord reached the lake, maybe that's where he jumped in too.

Caesar: Haha, who'd have thought the legend of the first Overlord was true? Well, this was an unexpected discovery.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): People back then didn't know about the fissure, and the first Overlord probably forgot what happened to him. So that's where the divine intervention part of the legend came from.

Caesar: True, but isn't the existence of a fissure right in the middle of Cinder Lake already pretty divine intervention-ey?

(Ask Caesar about the details...)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Do you remember what happened after you fell into the fissure?

Caesar: Parts of it, but it's hazy. I thought I was done for.

Caesar: In the darkness, I thought I would lose consciousness pretty quickly. But I could feel every part of the overwhelming pressure as I passed through the fissure.

Caesar: Then, I saw a light in the darkness and instinctively pulled back on the throttle and sped towards it...

Caesar: Next thing, I came out right on top of you all.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): It was unbelievable. After you said "We meet again," the next thing out of your mouth was, "Lucy, if I die, the Sons of Calydon are yours."

Caesar: She's always had her eye on taking over as the leader of the Sons of Calydon. And in that moment I suddenly realized that I'd never made that clear before.

Caesar: I thought she'd be relieved, but that lunatic jumped up, shouted "I don't want your leftovers!" and straight up slapped me in the face.

Yeah, that was intense!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍Haha, that was pretty wild.Haha, that was pretty wild.Text for Wise / Hahaha, that was intense!Hahaha, that was intense!Text for Belle‍) Lighter and I were (‍at a loss for words.at a loss for words.Text for Wise / completely stunned.completely stunned.Text for Belle‍)

Caesar: Hmph, my face was even swollen the next day. You guys all had a good laugh about it. But this time, I really worried you all.

It was your fault for saying that...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): It's your fault for saying that. Lucy was still crying when we left the Hollow...

Caesar: Yeah... Lucy was really scared I would die. But now everything's fine... Both me and Cinder Lake.

Caesar: Since you're heading back to the city, let me give you something as a memento!

(Obtain Wildness' Blessing)

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Oh! It's a Sunflint.Oh! It's a Sunflint.Text for Wise / Wow, a Sunflint!Wow, a Sunflint!Text for Belle‍)

Caesar: Yeah, all of the Sons of Calydon chipped in.

Caesar: It's a shame I didn't have time to help with the weaving, I just drew the design in the middle.

Thanks, I'll cherish it.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Thanks, I'll take good care of it.

It's a very meaningful gift.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): It means a lot. I love (‍it.it.Text for Wise / it!it!Text for Belle‍)

Caesar: You're always welcome in the Outer Ring, Proxy. May you rise from the ashes!

About the Old Oil Field's current situation...

Caesar: Big Daddy said we'll be in for a rough patch.

Caesar: While the oil's flowing smooth, The Vanquishers might go a bit wild with Old Man Pompey gone. We've got to stay sharp.

Caesar: Plus... I know I'm not exactly cut out to be the Overlord.

No worries. You've got what it takes.

We're all in this together.

Caesar: Heh, thanks!

Caesar: Old Man Pompey has sealed the deal with other districts. I won't let his efforts go to waste.

About Perlman's situation...

Caesar: Well, he's been improving these days, but he's not fully conscious yet or able to chat.

Caesar: But don't worry. I'll give you the heads-up once he's ready to talk.

Thanks so much.

Caesar: Heh, no worries!

No, nothing else for now.

(Talk to Caesar again, optional)

Caesar: Got anymore questions? Shoot!

(Same dialogue options as above)

 Meet up with (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍) and get ready to return

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(‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍) has packed up. It is about time to go home.

(Talk to Big Daddy, optional)

Big Daddy: ...

H—Hello, sir...

Big Daddy: Hey, skip the formalities, kid. Just an old biker here, glad to have some young blood around.

Big Daddy: I never saw this coming before the Tour de Inferno.

Big Daddy: I thought Caesar needed more life lessons before she'd really understand, but kids grow up fast, huh?

Big Daddy: I'd be happy if you're willing to chat with this old man, my young friend.

You used to lead the Sons of Calydon?

Big Daddy: That's right. I'm retired now. Just handling some business stuff.

Big Daddy: But at the moment, those kids could use a hand.

Big Daddy: It's not because they're lacking strength or smarts, but because they've got to deal with some real dim bulbs.

Big Daddy: To make things easier, I'll step in to clear the air a bit.

You don't talk like a typical Outer Ringer.

Big Daddy: Heheh, don't go tagging stereotypes on Outer Ringers, my friend. We're a mixed bag from all walks of life.

Big Daddy: But you're right about one thing, though: I'm not a native of the Outer Ring. I'm from Eridu.

Big Daddy: However, I've accepted the Outer Ring as my home since Hollow Zero swallowed Eridu.

Excuse me...

Big Daddy: No worries, my young friend. I'm sure you've got your own stuff to handle.

(Talk to Burnice, optional)

Burnice: Headed back to New Eridu already, Proxy? Safe travels!

Where are you headed next?

Burnice: Back to our camp at the freight station. You were curious about our camp, Proxy, so why not tag along?

I'd love to join, but...

But I've got to look after my video store.

Burnice: Oh, almost forgot. Stay here too long, and your Bangboo at home will worry.

Burnice: What's more, your heart's with New Eridu, Proxy, just as we're with the Outer Ring.

Swing by our video store next time.

Burnice: Sure, let's hit the drink shop together! When I went with Caesar last time, they were putting food in the drinks!

Burnice: Oh, we'll be throwing a party to celebrate the Sons of Calydon taking the throne. Don't forget to swing by!

I'll definitely be there.

Burnice: Really? Then I'll go tell Caesar! You gotta come, okay?

Catch you later, Burnice!

Burnice: Catch you later, Proxy!

(Talk to Piper, optional))

Piper: Are you heading back to the city, Proxy? Thanks for all your work these days.

Happy to help!

Just gimme a shout if you need help with anything!

Piper: You youngsters are always buzzing with energy! Hope we'll work together again.

Where've you been lately?

Piper: Aw, that's sweet! You've been keeping lil ol' me in mind! I've been on the road, delivering messages and all.

Piper: With the incident during the Tour de Inferno and Pompey gone, I needed to clear the air before anyone starts spreading rumors.

Piper: But Lucy ain't nearly as caring as you. She made me visit all the settlements and towns within a week. I'm exhausted.

But you've only been away for three days, right?

You were fatigue driving, weren't you?

Piper: Hah, yeah, don't worry, I've handled it already! Lil ol' me ain't the same clumsy girl from back in the day.

Piper: I just wanted to come back in time to say goodbye in person~

Thank you for traveling all the way back.

Piper: We're friends, right? We Bikers gotta bid a proper farewell.

Waddaya plan on doing next?

Piper: Well... I'll be tied up for a bit.

Piper: Caesar's all about honoring Pompey and opening new routes ASAP. Looks like lil ol' me will be hitting the road again. Retirement will have to wait, I suppose.

Piper: But hey, when the young guns need me, I'll be there!

That's the spirit, senior Piper!

Hats off to you, senior Piper!

Piper: Hah, stop teasing me. You'll make this lil ol' trucker blush!

It's about time I get going.

Piper: Yup, see ya~

(Talk to Lucy, optional)

Lucy: Are you heading back, Proxy? We aced the Tour de Inferno all thanks to you. Seriously, how much do I need to pay to recruit you into the Sons of Calydon?

Lucy: Hah, no more jokes! Safe travels!

You aren't gonna go back to take a look, Lucy?

Lucy: Back to New Eridu? Or back to my home?

Lucy: I'll go to New Eridu when the opportunity arises. After all, I'm the one handling business for the Sons of Calydon in the city. Plus, I need to pick up some clothes and makeup.

Lucy: As for my home, my dad still hasn't given up looking for me. He's reported me missing to Public Security and plastered wanted posters everywhere.

Lucy: Since he's so into this whole "find me" game, playing along with him could be fun, don't you think?

How are you doing with Caesar?

Lucy: Wh—What? Did she complain to you? Still mad about that slap?

Caesar isn't angry.

Caesar's realized her slip-up.

Lucy: Tsk, I couldn't care less about what that boar thinks. But for now, Sons of Calydon will put personal grudges aside. Caesar needs to solidify her position as the new Overlord.

Lucy: Big Daddy and I will bring her around. She'll adjust to her new role quickly. Lighter knows what to do if things get messy. We've got everything covered!

I'm leaving. Take care!

Lucy: Thanks, see ya!

(Talk to Lighter, optional)

Lighter: You going, Proxy?

Lighter: Safe journey back. Say hello to my dear predecessor and brother for me if you get the chance. Tell him I'm free for a duel anytime.

What're you planning to do next, Lighter?

Lighter: Hm, well...

Lighter: The Motor League may recognize the boss as Overlord on the surface, but there's gonna be some who aren't willing to accept it. If they decide to kick up a fuss, I'll be there to teach them how to keep their traps shut.

Lighter: But, of course, don't tell the boss about that. The responsibilities of being Overlord are already making her lose enough sleep as it is.

Didn't expect you to be so thoughtful.

Lighter: Heh, I'm getting paid, so of course I gotta take a load off of my boss' shoulders for her.

Lighter: Plus, recently I've been thinking. It wouldn't be too bad to just stay with the Sons of Calydon as a biker. Boss is truly a leader worth following. Nothing like how I was back then...

Back then?

Lighter: Heh, it's nothing.

So that person you want to duel is Billy?

Lighter: Yeah. I heard you two often head into Hollows together. You probably already noticed, but his combat skills aren't something just anyone can master.

Lighter: You could say, he's practically born for battle.

Billy? Really?

Really? I don't see it.

Lighter: Heh, looks like my bro's been doing a good job of hiding his edge. Perhaps to him, he's already got the life of his dreams.

Welp, I'm off! See you round!

(Talk to (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍)

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Should we head out, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)?

Yeah, let's head home.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Caesar mentioned they'd take us near New Eridu, so we just need to focus on driving.

Give me just a moment!

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Did you forget something? Or are you saying goodbyes? Go on, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍). I'll be here waiting for you.

The Way Home

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 The Way Home

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Video Summary: It's time to embark on the journey home... Yes, "home."

Story Description: All you can do is watch Caesar fall helplessly, a reminder of long-buried memories. It's time to tell Fairy why you became Proxies... at that place.

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The car window seems like an endless scroll painting, and with the car's movement and bumps, the desolation of the Outer Ring slowly turns into the colors of New Eridu...

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍The sound of Caesar's motorcycle has completely faded. It looks like we're about to leave the Outer Ring...The sound of Caesar's motorcycle has completely faded. It looks like we're about to leave the Outer Ring...Text for Wise / I can't see Caesar and the others in the rearview mirror anymore. That must mean we've almost left the Outer Ring.I can't see Caesar and the others in the rearview mirror anymore. That must mean we've almost left the Outer Ring.Text for Belle‍)

It was nice of them to escort us all this way.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍As expected of the new Overlord. So reliable. It's really cool that they escorted us all the way to the edge of the Outer Ring! They even took a bunch of shortcuts that the GPS didn’t know.As expected of the new Overlord. So reliable. It's really cool that they escorted us all the way to the edge of the Outer Ring! They even took a bunch of shortcuts that the GPS didn’t know.Text for Wise / Mr. Wise~ Leave looking around to me and keep your eyes on the road. But it was nice of Caesar and the gang to escort us all the way to the edge of the Outer Ring.Mr. Wise~ Leave looking around to me and keep your eyes on the road. But it was nice of Caesar and the gang to escort us all the way to the edge of the Outer Ring.Text for Belle‍)

Our Outer Ring adventure is coming to an end.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Cinder Lake is safe, and Caesar is the new Overlord... This Outer Ring adventure is finally wrapping up.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Thinking about how Cinder Lake was almost extinguished, and now we're laughing and driving home... It feels like a dream.Thinking about how Cinder Lake was almost extinguished, and now we're laughing and driving home... It feels like a dream.Text for Wise / It feels like Cinder Lake was just about to go out, and now we're driving home listening to music... it seems almost like a dream.It feels like Cinder Lake was just about to go out, and now we're driving home listening to music... it seems almost like a dream.Text for Belle‍)

You seem very reflective.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): What's wrong, (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍)? You sound a little emotional.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): ...Although we could only prove the fissure in Cinder Lake exists from its effects, apart from Caesar's bold gamble, there really was no other way to save it...

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍But watching Caesar fall, that feeling of helplessness... I never want to go through that again.But watching Caesar fall, that feeling of helplessness... I never want to go through that again.Text for Wise / But... seeing Caesar fall, that helpless feeling... I never thought I'd go through it again.But... seeing Caesar fall, that helpless feeling... I never thought I'd go through it again.Text for Belle‍)

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): ...Just like that time.

(Talk to (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍))

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍)...

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)...

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Haha... No wonder we're family. You must be thinking the same thing I am, right Wise?Haha... No wonder we're family. You must be thinking the same thing I am, right Wise?Text for Wise / You really have to admit we're family in moments like this... We must be thinking the same thing.You really have to admit we're family in moments like this... We must be thinking the same thing.Text for Belle‍)

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): This is the edge of the city. Eous and Fairy are here too. It's time...

Silently turning the steering wheel, the Random Play service vehicle turns onto a road away from the main avenue...

Fairy: (‍Master, youMaster, youText for Wise / Second Assistant. YouSecond Assistant. YouText for Belle‍) have deviated from your course, recalculating a new route home.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Don't worry, Fairy, we're going the right way. The road we're taking now... is the real way home.

The car follows the city's edge, heading into quieter and quieter areas. The road signs show fewer route options as they go, eventually leaving only one destination—

Towards the ruins of the old capital, at the edge of The Chasm.

We're here. Let's go up.

C'mon, Eous, don't forget your scarf.

En-nuh-nah!

Two Vows

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 Two Vows

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Video Summary: It's time to embark on the journey home... Yes, "home."

Story Description: Before looking at the Great Rift in the old capital, you talked to Fairy about your childhood, and the person who can never be mourned...

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Wise: It feels like we haven't been back in a long time, Belle.

Belle: Fairy, do you know where this is?

Fairy: Search complete. This is the center of The Chasm at the edge of New Eridu.

Fairy: The Chasm, which preceded New Eridu, was the product of the large uncontrolled Hollow disaster in Eridu, often called the Fall of the Old Capital.

Fairy: To deal with the out-of-control Hollow Zero during the fall of the old capital, Eridu's leaders at the time detonated the fourteen Shiyu Pillars from the southwest to the northeast.

Fairy: The power of the explosion sparked a strong geological chain reaction, bringing about the formation of The Chasm.

Belle: That's right. There's nothing in the The Chasm that can be corrupted, so Hollow Zero can't convert more Etheric energy to expand, which prevents it from getting out of control.

Wise: New Eridu could only be built because of it.

Wise: ...Without it, if you keep driving from here, you’ll end up on the road to the northern side of Eridu, which is really close to the Throne Quarter. Within ten minutes, you’ll come upon a massive statue...

Belle: That belongs to the White Star Institute. Turning left before the statue takes you to the former Main Road No. 7 of the Minerva Quarter. On the left side of the road were all the old civilization antique shops that Wise liked to go to. He was just a kid back then and always fell for fake antiques...

Wise: ...And on the right side of the road were all the dessert shops and snack stores that Belle loved. I couldn't resist Belle's whining and ended up buying more treats than she could ever finish.

Belle: I couldn't finish them? As soon as any snacks were placed on the table, everyone would grab them up within a minute! Or have you forgotten?

Wise: How could I forget... So, at the end of Main Road No. 7, after you pass two, no, three security gates, you’ll see a beautiful building.

Belle: Our teacher is right there. She'll be at the entrance with Eous, waiting for us. She always liked to stand to the right of the building's plaque.

Wise: ...The Helios Academy, that's our real home.

Wise: It's there now as well, just across The Chasm, deep inside Hollow Zero, under the rubble of the Old Capital's ruins...

Belle: ...Teacher, we're back... It's been a while this time, and a lot's happened...

The wind carries away her unfinished words. (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍) picks up Eous, approaches the protective fence. The Bangboo stretches out a small hand and ties a red scarf to the metal net. The colorful cloth dances in the wind...

Fairy: Master, Second Assistant, please allow me to express my condolences for this significant individual who has passed away.

Fairy: Should you wish, I can search for her name and accurately determine her location on the memorial monument.

Wise: ...Carole. Carole Arna.

Fairy: That name was not found in the database of victims from the Fall of the old capital. Only one matching result was found in the related information.

Fairy: "...resulted in the uncontrollable Hollow Zero, leading to the great tragedy of the fall of the city. The main culprit, senior research director Carole Arna of the Helios Academy, along with others involved, will forever be etched on the pillar of shame."

Fairy: Speculation: The name provided earlier was incorrect, or the matching information belongs to another person with the same name.

Belle: No, it's no mistake. The person officially responsible for the fall of the old capital is Carole Arna—

Wise: She was our teacher.

Belle: She taught us, raised us; the HDD system and Eous are among her many achievements. She also saved us when the Old Capital fell...

Belle: Fairy, didn't you ask us why we wanted to investigate Hollow Zero? This is our reason.

Wise: We became Proxies so we could collect enough observation data to one day head back to where Helios Academy once stood... deep in Hollow Zero.

Belle: We're confident that if there are clues anywhere... it's got to be there.

Wise: Belle and I are prepared to swear on our lives that our teacher isn't the one responsible. We have to uncover the truth about the fall of the old capital and clear our teacher's name. She's innocent, because...

Fairy: Warning. An unknown entity has been detected nearby.

Belle: Huh? Now? Who would come here...?

Miyabi: Hm?

Wise: You're... the head of Section 6, Hoshimi Miyabi!

Miyabi: That's correct. And you're the leaders of the independent investigation team with the exceptional guide Bangboo. I did not anticipate being bested by you.

Belle: We're honored you remember us! But... being bested by us? What do you mean?

Miyabi: I am training to be the "first to reach The Chasm Memorial." I would like to spend some more time with her alone.

Miyabi goes straight to the monument by the protective fence and softly touches one of the names inscribed on its surface.

Belle: So you're here to pay your respects to the deceased too.

Miyabi: Yes. My mother.

Wise: My condolences... I hope you can find peace soon.

Miyabi: Thank you. But I don't intend to find peace.

Wise: Hm? You... don't want to find peace?

Miyabi: Indeed. I shall not seek peace until all those responsible for the fall of the old capital are apprehended.

She looks over with a piercing gaze, as if something quietly burns within the depths of her crimson pupils...

I'll catch them all. None will escape me.

That night...

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): With the dust settled, all we gotta do now is wait for Perlman to wake up.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): If our suspicions are correct, the mastermind behind Perlman wants the Sacrifice hidden in the monument.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): The activity from the Sacrifice can cause disruptions to the smart crystalline lens. Could the Sacrifice have something to do with Helios Academy?

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): And how do the mastermind, the monster, and the fall of the old capital tie together?

We're inching closer to the truth.

But, we've got to stay cautious.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Yeah, our enemy went after PubSec officers and even hijacked the court airship. They're not foes we can handle alone.

Luckily, we've got some solid allies.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Absolutely. The Cunning Hares, Belobog Heavy Industries, Victoria Housekeeping Co., the Sons of Calydon, and maybe even Zhu Yuan and Qingyi... With them on our side, we're not doing this solo anymore.

Fairy: Second Assistant, you forgot to mention the most reliable and powerful AI companion in all of New Eridu.

How could I forget about you, Fairy?

Let's keep working hard!

Fairy: Thanks for your trust, Master. I'm here to help, as always.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Oh man, that was a bit cheesy, you two! It's late now, and I've got the store to run tomorrow. Let's head to bed!Oh man, that was a bit cheesy, you two! It's late now, and I've got the store to run tomorrow. Let's head to bed!Text for Wise / Alright now, no need to foreswear loyalty in front of me, haha. It's late now, and I've got the store to open tomorrow. Let's just go get some sleep.Alright now, no need to foreswear loyalty in front of me, haha. It's late now, and I've got the store to open tomorrow. Let's just go get some sleep.Text for Belle‍)

(‍Good night, Belle.Good night, Belle.Text for Wise / Night, Wise!Night, Wise!Text for Belle‍)

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Nighty night, Wise. I'm hitting the hay soon.Nighty night, Wise. I'm hitting the hay soon.Text for Wise / Good night, Belle. I'm hitting the hay soon.Good night, Belle. I'm hitting the hay soon.Text for Belle‍)

 Go back to the bedroom and get some rest

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The long day is finally over. I should go back to my room and get some rest.

As soon as you see the bed, all the exhaustion from the past days hits you like a truck...

Time to get some sleep.

I've got something to do...

You settle in and close your eyes...

...Before today, you hardly every talked about what happened back then, not even between you and your sibling...

The memories are fresh... like...like...

Teacher... we have... already...

...

It's morning already. You might have dreamed, but it's all a blur now.

A fresh day ahead after a good rest!