Seeing is Believing

Treating Symptoms

 Go back to the bedroom and get some rest

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Norma seems dead set on verifying the safety of the new Logic Core. Since I'll be seeing her again tomorrow before heading out for treatment, I'll take her advice and head back to Amber Hall to rest.

Booastrum District

(Ongoing)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Since everything's settled now, let's head back, (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍).

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍...The wind's pretty...The wind's prettyText for Wise / It's still a bitIt's still a bitText for Belle‍) cold at night.

(Interact with the bedroom door)

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Seems like things have finally quieted down outside. How about you get to sleep early, (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)? I'm heading back to my room.

Good night.

See you tomorrow.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Umm... Wise!Umm... Wise!Text for Wise / Belle, umm...Belle, umm...Text for Belle‍)

Yeah, what's up?

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Did you have a nightmare? I thought I heard you scream^{[Note 1]} after the explosion...

Oh, Norma nearly scared the life out of me!

I was in a deep sleep.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): ...Good, that's a relief. I'll leave it at that, don't want to keep you up. Good night!

After saying goodbye to (‍BelleBelleText for Wise / WiseWiseText for Belle‍), you head back to bed...

Thinking about tomorrow's schedule, you force your thoughts to settle. After who knows how long, your consciousness finally drifts away...

The next morning—

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (Even though there were a few interruptions during the night, I still slept pretty well afterward. Alright, time to head down and meet up with everyone.)

 Head downstairs and meet up with everyone

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It's finally time to head to the CCD to receive treatment. Better head downstairs and meet up with everyone before we head out.

Booastrum District

(Leave the bedroom)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Is everyone up already? Better head down and check.

(Idle)

Cissia: What explosion? I was out cold! You must've had a nightmare!

Billy: Huh... That so...?

(Talk to Norma)

A New Day

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 A New Day

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Video Summary: The ruler of Roscaelifer, just as imposing as I imagined.

Story Description: Norma comes to pick everyone up and take them to the CCD so (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍) can receive treatment. Along the way, she mentions that they'll be passing through CCD Square, where they can watch Sunbringer's speech.

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Billy: Morning, Manager!

Cissia: (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), you're up! Come on. Sit over here!

Norma: Morning, transfer students. Don't think you've got much time left for breakfast.

What time did you even go to bed last night?

And you're still this energetic?

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): What time did you even go to sleep last night? And you're still bouncing around like this?

Norma: Hehe, I'm just naturally high-energy.

Norma: Now hurry up and get ready. I'll take you to the CCD. The others can come too. Having friends around might help with the treatment.

Billy: Nice! I thought I'd be stuck in the dorm stressing myself out all day.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Actually, I wanted to ask yesterday... why is the treatment being done at the CCD?

Norma: Hmm... how to explain this... Okay, this is just an analogy, but your condition is kind of like having a miniature Hollow stuffed inside your body.

Norma: The CCD has the most advanced Hollow and Ether detection device. They can monitor your condition in real time during treatment.

Norma: Of course, Porcelloy is essential for your treatment. Flint Workshop has modified a special device. You'll see it when we get there.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Flint Workshop? As in Flint Porcelloy?

Norma: Yeah. Flint Porcelloy was originally created by their ancestors. Right now, they're the only ones who know how to forge it.

Billy: Damn, that sounds badass.

Norma: And no, Porcelloy isn't easy to produce.

Norma: From legendary Void Hunter weapons all the way down to the core structural framework of this floating island — it's all crafted by them.

Billy: No way! Void Hunter weapons are made of Porcelloy too?!

Norma: Sure there are other materials involved, but Porcelloy is the key ingredient.

Norma: Anyway, enough talk. Let's get moving. If we head out now, you might catch something big at the CCD Square!

Cissia: Ohh? Something interesting going on?

Norma: Lady Sunbringer from the Administrative Affairs Department will be giving a speech there!

We actually get to see Lady Sunbringer in person?!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): (‍We're seeingWe're seeingText for Wise / We actually get to seeWe actually get to seeText for Belle‍) Lady Sunbringer in person?!

Norma: So? Interested? Even for Roscaelifer residents, this kind of thing doesn't happen often. Come on. Let's go.

 Head to CCD Square

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Lady Sunbringer is giving a speech at CCD Square?! The opportunity to see Sunbringer in person is here sooner than I thought. Better hurry over to CCD Square now.

Booastrum District

(Ongoing)

Norma: Then let's get going. Follow me.

(Exit Amber Hall)

Billy: Whoa, it's so early, and there's already tons of people out here!

Norma: Everyone here probably got up early just to catch the speech.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Norma, what's the speech about?

Norma: I heard there's some important announcement.

(Idle, heading towards CCD Square)

Bangboo NPC 1: Enna! Enneh—! (Hurry! Hurry! Lady Sunbringer! It's starting!)

Bangboo NPC 2: Uhn-nu~ Uhn-nu! (Wait for me, wait for me!)

Bangboo NPC 3: Ennuh!! (Gotta stand as close to Lady Sunbringer as possible! Even closer!)

(Idle, outside Cuppa Moment)

NPC 1: The line for Cuppa Moment's super long...

NPC 2: If I had known, I'd have come early to get a spot in line.

NPC 3: Let's just put our cravings to the side at a time like this.

(Idle, near CCD Square)

NPC 4: Look at this crowd! Word is, whenever Lady Sunbringer comes out to speak, people drop everything to come and see it.

NPC 5: Not even celebrity meet-and-greets in New Eridu get this kind of turnout!

(Idle, when approaching any Bangboo officer)

Patrolboo: Ennuh, en-nah! (Everyone, please enter in an orderly fashion!)

(Arrive at CCD Square)

Norma: It's not time yet. Let's take a walk around the area first.

Billy: Check that out, a massive Bangboo statue!

 Examine the massive Bangboo statue

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There's a massive Bangboo statue nearby, holding up an enormous telescope. Is there some special meaning behind it? Get closer and check it out.

Booastrum District

(Idles)

Cadyn: C'mon, everyone, get it together! We can't let Lady Sigrid down on a day like this!

Cadyn: I'm ready to do my best! Even if my best isn't a fraction of Lady Sigrid's power!

NPC 6: Lady Sunbringer from Administrative Affairs... It's been ages since she's appeared, hasn't it...?

NPC 7: Will we get to see the other two...?

NPC 8: Let's put work on hold for today...

NPC 9: After all, getting to hear Sunbringer's speech is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Bangboo NPC 4: Uhn-neh... (I was so hyped last night I almost forgot to charge up...)

Bangboo NPC 5: Ennah! (I wonder what Lady Sunbringer's gonna say today! Can't wait!)

Bangboo NPC 6: Wuh-neh? (Got any inside info?)

Bangboo NPC 7: Enneh-na... (The Bangboo over at the AAD are super tight-lipped...)

Bangboo NPC 8: Ennah en ahn! (I heard Lady Sunbringer's gonna talk about super important future plans today! Gotta remember every word!)

Bangboo NPC 9: Ehnna! (Audio sensors ready!)

Bangboo NPC 10: En-nuhna! (Wait, I wanna come too!)

Sharp-eyed Passerby: There's gotta be some big news this time...

Hyped-Up Passerby: It's been ages since CCD Square's been this lively...

(Listen in on the Sharp-Eyed Passerby, optional)

Sharp-eyed Passerby: Airspace Patrol's increased their patrols. Even Lady Sigrid herself is personally overseeing things. The legendary Deputy Director Sigrid, someone who can actually go toe-to-toe with a Void Hunter!

Hyped-Up Passerby: Man, it's hard to imagine anyone having the guts to stir up trouble at an event like this... but hey, it's Lady Sunbringer's speech! For a moment this big, they gotta make sure security is airtight.

Sharp-eyed Passerby: Speaking of which, Lady Sunbringer hasn't been seen in public for ages... What's really up with that rumored assassination...

Hyped-Up Passerby: Pshh! That's Lady Sunbringer we're talking about. There's nothing she can't handle!

Hyped-Up Passerby: Let's just wait for her!

(Approach the giant Bangboo statue)

Billy: Whoa, it looks even bigger up close! And it's carrying a huge telescope!

Cissia: Whoa, it's really big! What's it even looking at?

Norma: Above the "sky"... the stars. Or maybe... an unknown world.

Norma: This is the central server of Interboo, the network used by Bangboo across Roscaelifer. It also represents the city's defining spirit: never lose yourself in the everyday, and never bow to the unknown.

Norma: This giant Bangboo's telescope isn't just aimed at the sky, but at the mysteries we still have yet to comprehend.

Norma: Roscaelifer is what it is today because of countless "stargazers" who dared to look up and explore.

Billy: Wow... Norma, you really know a lot.

Billy: Looks like more people are showing up. The speech is about to start.

Cissia: This is the most important big shot I've ever seen in my entire life!

Billy: Where? Where?! Which direction is Lady Sunbringer coming from?!

I'm a little excited...

We're good to go!

The Ruler

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 The Ruler

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Video Summary: The ruler of Roscaelifer, just as imposing as I imagined.

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(A cinematic plays)

NPC 10: C'mon, it's about to start!

(Heels tap into the ground as the ruler of Roscaelifer walks towards the front of the balcony)

Wise: So that's...

Belle: Sunbringer!

(Cinematic ends)

The Lighthouse Still Burns

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 The Lighthouse Still Burns

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Video Summary: The lighthouse still burns, as our paths converge beneath the same sky.

Story Description: Sunbringer appears at CCD Square and delivers a passionate speech, which seems to hint Roscaelifer is looking to expand its cooperation with the outside world...

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A calm and majestic voice rings out across CCD Square—

	Eldreda: Guardians of Roscaelifer— Eldreda: Ever since the Creator was reawakened, you have stood your ground without wavering, upholding Roscaelifer as a beacon for our world.
	Eldreda: Not long ago, Rosetta Data came under heavy disruption. Now, that threat has been successfully contained. Eldreda: For that, you have my deepest gratitude.
	Eldreda: ...But that victory did not come without a cost. Eldreda: We lost several loyal warriors confronting the Hollow activity anomalies. Eldreda: Their sacrifice, and the growing unrest across the island, cannot be overlooked. Bangboo NPC 11: Ehn-ne... Norma: ...
	Eldreda: For a long time, we remained hidden from the world. But isolation alone is no longer enough to withstand the Creator's threat. Eldreda: What we face now is not a war we can win without further cost. Eldreda: And because of that, Roscaelifer must take a new step forward—
	Eldreda: The Five Central Departments have reached a decision: to expand cooperation with New Eridu. Eldreda: The first group of collaborators from the city will set foot on Roscaelifer before the Completion Anniversary.
	Belle: So that means... Wise: This change is probably why we were allowed on the island...
	Eldreda: I ask that all departments meet this collaboration with the same unity of purpose and resolve.
	Eldreda: The lighthouse still stands, because we have stood shoulder to shoulder.
	Eldreda: And from here on, its light will reach farther still, until the night itself is ended!

Collaborator

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 Collaborator

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Video Summary: The lighthouse still burns, as our paths converge beneath the same sky.

Story Description: The group discusses the information revealed during Sunbringer's speech about expanding cooperation with the outside world. The collaboration seems to involve multiple parties, including the city administration, the HIA, and TOPS.

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The speech lasts about fifteen minutes. After Sunbringer steps off, the crowd slowly disperses, buzzing with admiration and speculation...

Cissia: Whoa... wow...Lady Sunbringer... she's even more intimidating than I imagined. Just listening to her talk is making my legs go weak!

Billy: When you first mentioned the Creator, I thought you were messing with me. Didn't think the whole island actually knew about all that.

Norma: Well yeah. Roscaelifer exists to fight back Hollows.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍), what did you think of that speech?

I can't stop thinking about what she said about expanding cooperation...

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): I keep thinking about what she said about expanding cooperation with New Eridu.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Yeah, same here. I didn't expect the Creator's influence to be this big... even Roscaelifer has to do something. I wonder what kind of people those collaborators are.

Norma: I think I heard Veli mention it before — something about city administration, the HIA, and a bunch of different agencies. Oh, and TOPS will be sending people too.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Wait — TOPS?Wait — TOPS?Text for Wise / TOPS?TOPS?Text for Belle‍)

Norma: Their higher-ups obviously know this place exists. But since Roscaelifer has always worked with the city administration, all they can do is sit back and watch.

Norma: Since ESD is technically part of the city administration, Veli's got a bit of a headache now that they're coming over.

Norma: Anyway, let's talk about that later. For now, let's focus on our top priority — (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)'s treatment!

Norma: Let's go, it's time to head to the CCD.

 Head to the CCD

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Caught Sunbringer's speech. Turns out Roscaelifer's looking to expand its ties with the outside world, and our invite to the island is probably part of that whole deal. Anyway, back on track. It's time to get treated. Next stop, the CCD.

Booastrum District

(Ongoing)

Norma: Let's head inside through the main entrance first.

Norma: The CCD is right in there.

 Enter the CCD for treatment

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We'll have to wait to verify the intel Norma gave us with Lady Sunbringer... It's almost the appointed time. Head into the CCD first.

(Restricted Area) CCD

(After entering the building)

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): What a gorgeous lobby...

Norma: Head further in and you'll reach the CCD.

(Interact with the CCD door)

Old Medical Records

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 Old Medical Records

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Video Summary: Pointing back to that past once more.

Story Description: Norma saw everyone to the entrance of the CCD, then pulled the siblings aside to share an unexpected piece of news — the CCD's archive contained records of Roscaelifer supplying Porcelloy and assisting Helios Academy in treating (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍).

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Norma: The CCD is right behind this door. Alright, this is where I leave you. I'll take the central elevator here straight to the Energy Hub.

Norma: Veli is waiting for you inside. Hope everything goes smoothly today!

Thank you, Norma.

Thanks for your kind words.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Thanks, Norma. Fingers (‍crossed.crossed.Text for Wise / crossed!crossed!Text for Belle‍)

Norma: Hmm? Your voice dropped. Are you nervous? Relax! Even if it fails, the worst that could happen is a few unstable data streams, just like last time, when I accidentally turned the Bangboo navigation system into...

Billy: Stop stop stop... quit saying stuff like that! You'll scare the Manager!!

Cissia: Protecting (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍) is our number one priority right now. No scary talk or jinxing allowed!

Norma: Alright, you two really have zero scientific sense of humor. But seeing how worried you are...

Norma: Belle, Wise, you two, come over here.

Billy: Hmm? Why are you whispering? As reliable partners, we have the right to share intel!

Cissia: Yeah, exactly! What's so secret that we can't hear it? I'm feeling a bit left out here!

Norma: Shh! This involves highly classified intel! According to Article 37 of the ESD Extended Security Guidelines, any "emotional support pets" and "high-performance, multi-functional domestic support units" caught eavesdropping without authorization...

Norma: Shall be apprehended and neutralized!

Cissia: Whoa! Wh–What kind of scary, unreasonable rule is that?! Ugh... fine, I won't listen then! Billy, let's stay away!

Billy and Cissia step away...

Norma: Being too tense isn't good for your treatment. Whenever Bangboo get nervous, their Logic Cores always overheat, too.

Norma: I'll let you in on a little secret: when I submitted (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)'s physical data to the CCD, before the key expired, I ran a quick search for a few other things while I was at it...

Norma: And I actually found records in the archives showing Roscaelifer supplied Porcelloy and assisted Helios Academy with treatments...

Hang on...

Are these... my medical records?!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Wait... are these... my medical records?!

Norma: Bingo! Too bad the clearance level is sky high. I could only access the base info.

Norma: But one thing's for sure — the technical preparations here are far more thorough than you'd expect.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): That incident back then... I had no idea Roscaelifer was involved, too.

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Could someone here... have been keeping an eye on (‍WiseWiseText for Wise / BelleBelleText for Belle‍)'s situation from the very beginning? Or perhaps Helios Academy and Roscaelifer share a deeper connection...

Maybe Lady Sunbringer... knows teacher.

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): Hmm... Lady Sunbringer might know our teacher. No, wait... they're probably more than just acquaintances!

(ProtagonistProtagonistWise / Belle): If we ever get the chance to speak with Lady Sunbringer in person, we might finally learn something important about our teacher!

Norma: Shh... shh! Keep it down.

Norma: That's all I can say right now! Technically... by the book, I'm not supposed to tell you any of this. Just consider it returning the favor for last night.

Norma: I don't know what got you guys so hyped just now, but as long as you're in Roscaelifer, there's always a chance to see Lady Sunbringer.

Norma: Oh! Whatever you guys ask her later, do not sell me out! You hear?

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): Thanks, Norma! That was really important (‍information!information!Text for Wise / information.information.Text for Belle‍)

Norma: It's nothing. Alright, I need to get back to work. You guys go ahead. Best of luck!

(SiblingSiblingWise / Belle): (‍Wise, let's go.Wise, let's go.Text for Wise / Let's go, Belle.Let's go, Belle.Text for Belle‍) Billy, Cissia, you guys ready?

Cissia: Coming— Bye, Norma!