Lossy's Journal

Aya

We warmly welcome you to the Gensokyo Little Sister Contest! All the little sisters in Gensokyo can take part!

Nitori

Are you a big sister and want to show off your cute younger sibling? If so, step up and enter!

Minoriko

Er... Miss PLAYER? What's going on?

I'm not sure. It was already like this when I got here!

Seems fun though! Is it some kind of event?

Aya

I'm glad you asked!

Aya

Just stop and think for a moment... Have you ever noticed how many dwellers of Gensokyo have younger sisters?

Aya

The goal of this event is to encourage older siblings to boast about their cute little sisters!

Aya

Baby sisters! Little princesses! Cutie patooties! Let's gather 'em all right here! An amazing idea, isn't it?! Sure it is!

(I don't get it at all...)

???

I thought I heard something about little sisters, yet all I find is the citizenry roped into some frivolous merrymaking.

Remilia

I suppose this scoop-scrounging tengu and the kappa who jumps at any opportunity to make a sale are to blame?

Minoriko

Oh...? Is that why I was called here?

Nitori

Ahahaha... There's no hiding anything from you, Lady Remilia. You saw right through our plan.

Nitori

And yet you entered the contest anyway. You must truly want to show off your little sister.

Remilia

Why, yes. Need I say more?

Nitori

No, of course not! A desire to join is all it takes. Neeheehee! Now THIS is gonna be interesting!

Aya

I'm glad you saved us the effort of going to fetch you. But we're still missing one pair. I wonder if they're coming...

Nitori

They better come... We went out of our way to provide such a fancy prize, so they would!

???

Talking about us?!

Joon

Hehe, did we keep you waiting?

Nitori

Oho! Speak of the devil! Now that you're both here, let's talk about the main prize―

Shion

Joon, Joon! The main prize! It's gotta be food, right?! Has to be! Right?! Riiiiiight?!

Joon

Obviously! It's a fancy prize, after all! And the one who's gonna get it is... ME!

Joon

The strongest, cutest, and most sinister kid sister ever! Make way for Lady Joon!

Joon

You're so lucky to have such a wonderful sister like me, Shion!

Joon

And when I win... well, who knows? I MIGHT just share the prize with you... Like, a mouthful perhaps?

Shion

Ohh, that mean-spirited nature of yours is just so terribly adorable! I know you'll win! So let me eat my fill too!

Joon

Never you fear... That prize is mine for the taking!

Shion

Yeah!

???

Not so fast!

Flandre

If anyone's going to win, it's US! The Scarlet sisters!

Flandre

My sister brought me here to have some fun! And I won't let anyone leave me out!

Remilia

Exactly. No one else has even a chance of winning now that my fabulous sister and I are here.

Remilia

Heehee! Sorry to burst your bubbles, dear sinister sisters, but my Flan is both charming and POWERFUL!

Remilia

From the moment she wakes to when she's eating, playing, or even sleeping, her cuteness is something to behold!

Remilia

And that is what makes Flan... the perfect little sister.

Aya

Uh-oh, folks! Look at this! The party's off to a fiery start! You can feel the fighting spirit crackling in the air!

Nitori

Well then. Have all our contestants assembled?

Nitori

Ahem... Without further ado, it's time to determine the greatest little sister in Gensokyo! Let the contest be―

???

That's far enough! You won't get your way so easily!

???

We―the Anti-Sibling Force―are entering this Little Sister Contest as well!

???

Why should little sisters have more rights than us?! It's unacceptable! We demand equal treatment for everyone!

Hatate

I am Hatate Himekaidou, a PR agent speaking on behalf of the Anti-Sibling Force!

Aya & Nitori

Th-The WHAT force?!

Aya

Ayayaya? If it isn't Hatate. What brings you here so out of the blue?

Hatate

I know you always cook up your own scoops... but not this time!

Hatate

Don't think I've run out of subjects to write about. I just can't have you hog all the best stories!

Looking for scoops must be hard.

Aya

You bet it is, Miss PLAYER!

Aya

It's a demanding job! I always listen to the whisper of the wind, trudge through the thickets, dive underwater―

Hatate

I don't care what you do!

Nitori

OK, I get it. Good friends like you two will have your occasional spats. But either cool it or take it somewhere else.

Nitori

The Scarlet sisters, the Yorigami sisters, the Aki sisters, and many others are awaiting their turns as we speak.

Nitori

They're here to determine which of their younger siblings is the cutest of them all! And you have no right to ruin it!

Nitori

Plus... all the sisters in Gensokyo have already entered the contest. Are you telling me there's someone missing?

???

It's like she said! We're the Anti-Sibling Force!

Minoriko

Th-That voice...

Mokou

Don't you dare think that only those with older siblings can be little sisters!

Minoriko

What's got her so fired up...?

Ah! I heard somewhere that―

―the "Mo" in Mokou means "little sister"!

Minoriko

Y-You're right!

Flandre

Kyahahaha! Good catch, PLAYER! Niiiice!

Mokou

It's just as she said!

Mokou

My name does have such a meaning to it! And this event is to decide who the perfect little sister is, right?

Minoriko

You can't enter this event just because your name happens to include the meaning for "little sister" in it, right?

Mokou

That's the point! What IS a little sister?! Can an only child or a firstborn daughter never become one?!

Mokou

What about those with siblings who don't live in Gensokyo? Or those who don't even know that they have siblings?!

Mokou

Some people also have a nice older girl next door who cares about them! What about them?! Are they not little sisters?!

Minoriko

Th-That is hard to say... but what was the last example about?!

Mokou

A what-if situation. But it may be beyond the comprehension of someone lucky enough to be born a little sister.

Joon

Ugh, what a waste of time. But hey, if that were true, then PLAYER would be a little sister too.

M-Me?!

Shion

Now that you mention it, everyone does fuss over her so much that she never seems lonely...

Shion

Ah! If I were PLAYER's older sister... I bet I'd always be able to eat as much as I want!

Joon

HEY! Don't you try to use this as a chance to exchange me for someone else!

Joon

Keep up that talk and you can forget about your share of the prize!

Shion

What?! You can't be serious! You're my one and only sister! Don't do this to me!

Mokou

Hm, although PLAYER's only just arrived in Gensokyo, everyone does treat her like a cute little sister.

Mokou

...All right. According to the Anti-Sibling Force rules, I acknowledge you as a temporary little sister.

Mokou

In other words, you're the second for their side. Our second is Hatate.

Hatate

All proper contests need seconds as well as referees, right? That's why I put myself up for the role after hearing about it.

Aya

If you're a part of the Anti-Sibling Force, then that means Miss PLAYER is on the Pro-Sibling Force.

Aya

This contest was originally going to be fought among the pro-siblings... but I guess a little switch-up could be fun too!

Aya

All right! I shall provide the live coverage for this outrageous battle!

Nitori

Nothing bumps sales like a sister-on-sister skirmish! I'll provide the commentary!

Minoriko

Is it just me... or is this already getting out of hand?

What am I supposed to do as a second?

Nitori

Don't think about it too much. Just do what you always do.

Aya

Both sides have their seconds, but who's the leader of the Pro-Sibling Force?

Remilia

Isn't it obvious? I am the most charismatic person on the team, which makes me the only one suited for the position.

The Pro-Sibling Force

BOOOOOO! BOOOOOO!

Flandre

Kyahahaha! Wow! Sis, you're being booed out!

Remilia

I knew that was going to happen. That's why... I came prepared!

S-Straws?!

Remilia

That's right. It's important to keep up the pretense of fairness. Not that it matters. I'm bound to be the leader.

Minoriko

Why did I draw the winning one?!

Aya

Oho. What an unexpected turn of events! Minoriko has become the leader! But I guess this actually makes sense!

Shizuha

You're the leader?! I mean, it's a big part, but I know you'll do well! You can do anything if you put your mind to it!

Shizuha

When there were those new veggies from the outside world, you did your best to get a good harvest so that the village―

Minoriko

S-Stop! Please don't talk about that!

Shizuha

But Minoriko, I've realized something. All the other little sisters here are honestly... sage-level monsters.

Shizuha

And you got picked as their leader! That alone makes it a big victory for you!

Minoriko

Pl-Please! Say anything you want, but NOT that!

Remilia

Stop it. If you're going to take my rightful position, the least you can do is get a grip and do what is expected of you.

Remilia

*sigh* You should've told me earlier that only little sisters can become leaders.

Minoriko

Oh no... This is too much pressure... I need a moment by myself!

Shizuha

Minoriko! Where are you going?!

Flandre

Oh boy... It's because Remilia bullied her...

Joon & Shion

*glare*

Remilia

Um... I wasn't trying to be mean to her!

Minoriko

I need to have that tengu and kappa duo cancel this leader selection before it's too late...

Minoriko

There's just no way I can lead the Pro-Sibling Force...

Aya

Well... I wasn't sure about this whole thing at first, but Hatate has certainly taken it in an interesting direction.

Nitori

Neeheehee! I can't wait to see the sale figures when everything's said and done!

Minoriko

There you are. I wanted to talk to you about me being selected as the leader―

Aya

And the main prize is no joke! Anyone would die to get their hands on it!

Nitori

No doubt. They'll be fighting over Gensokyo's autumn after all!

Minoriko

Wait, what? Did I hear that right? Gensokyo's autumn?!

Aya

Ayayaya, you heard us? None of the contestants were supposed to know.

Nitori

Don't tell anyone, OK? We want it to be a surprise. Let's not ruin the fun for everyone!

Found you, Minoriko!

Has something happened?

Minoriko

Miss PLAYER, what should I do? My sister Shizuha...

Minoriko

She's going to be everyone's sister!

What do you mean?

Minoriko

I'm fine with becoming everyone's little sister. But I don't want Shizuha to be an older sister to anyone else!

Minoriko

And I'm sure she'll be confused when everyone she meets calls her "Big Sis" and―

Minoriko

I heard the tengu and the kappa talking just now. Something about the big prize in the contest being the autumn sisters...

(I sincerely doubt that...)

Minoriko

They're a tengu and a kappa! This isn't going to end well for us at all! They'll make us do this and that... Oh dear!

Minoriko

Then they'll say that we have to become everyone else's autumn too! And she'll become everyone's big sister!

Minoriko

Then everyone will be spoiled by her, worship her, pray to her, and say "it's not autumn without Shizuha" and―

Minoriko

...Wait. Actually, that doesn't sound all that bad...

Minoriko

No, no, no, who am I kidding! She's my sister! Mine and mine alone!

Minoriko

I need to win this contest no matter what! Please, Miss PLAYER! Will you help me?

I don't quite get it, but all right!

Minoriko

Thank you... You're a lifesaver!

Minoriko

O-Oh, yes! I just told you about the prize, but...

Minoriko

Can you keep it a secret? I forgot, but the tengu and the kappa said not to tell anyone!

I won't tell anyone.

I promise!

Minoriko

Thank you! Let's hurry back to where the others are!

Shizuha

Oh, you're back! Where were you?

Minoriko

Um, I...

Aya

OK! Now that the leaders of both teams are here, let's begin!

Aya & Nitori

The Gensokyo Little Sister Contest... over seven rounds!

Gensokyo...

Minoriko

Little Sister Contest...!

Mokou & Hatate

...Over seven rounds?!

Aya

Oh, why do you all look so startled? A normal contest would be no fun!

Aya

Such a special occasion deserves a real throwdown. Isn't that what you all came here for anyway?

Mokou

I know I sure did! Go big or go home! I won't settle for anything less.

Hatate

Y-Yeah! We ain't gonna lose no matter what rules you throw at us!

Aya

Now that's what I like to hear! Get those competitive spirits blazing!

Aya

All of the judges have arrived as well, so let's get this show on the road!

Nitori

Now for our first match! The theme is... Collaboration With Big Sis: A House of Cards!

Remilia

Hmph... How spineless. Wouldn't it be faster to just have a battle of bullets?

Flandre

Kyahahaha! With Remilia at my side, we'd sweep right over anyone! They'd go boom!

???

That would be indecorous. Even if the match does end in a battle of bullets, it should be evaluated on something else.

Aya

Oho! It's none other than... one of the referees, the Youkai Sage―Yukari Yakumo!

Yukari

We will judge the winner based on cuteness, sibling bonds, the older sister's protectiveness, and a range of other aspects.

Aya

Thank you for clearing that up, Miss Yukari! On that note, let me introduce the rest of our judges!

Aya

First, a monk of Myouren Temple―Byakuren Hijiri!

Byakuren

Thank you. This is for all of our priceless younger siblings... Namusan.

Aya

Next up is the head of Hakugyokurou and the manager of the Netherworld―Yuyuko Saigyouji!

Yuyuko

Little sisters are all so adorable. I could cuddle them all day long!

Aya

It isn't over yet! Next up we have...

Aya

The deity of Moriya Shrine and the Goddess of the Mountain―Kanako Yasaka!

Kanako

Ah, this event is such a great idea. I sympathize with all big sisters looking out for their baby girls.

Aya

And last but not least... the miracle-working pharmacist of Eientei―Eirin Yagokoro!

Eirin

My ineffable desire to protect the rabbits of Eientei may be similar to how older sisters feel toward their little siblings.

Aya

These are our five judges!

Nitori

Moving on... let's welcome the team representing the Anti-Sibling Force!

Nitori

Meet Rumia! She was invited 'cause she happened to be at the Misty Lake. And from the Scarlet Devil Mansion, Koakuma!

Rumia

Aha! I dunno what's goin' on, but I came 'cause it seems like fun!

Koakuma

Er, excuse me... I'm actually in the middle of an errand for Lady Patchouli...

Nitori

Who will be their opponents from the Pro-Sibling Force?!

Remilia

Heehee, time for me... no, for us to shine! Winning in the first round will give us both prestige and an early edge.

Remilia

Well then, Flan. Let us show them why everyone should fear the name of the Scarlet vampire sisters.

Flandre

Yay! I'm gonna play together with my sister! Kyahaha! I'm so happy. I want to sweep them up and then... boom!

Try not to go overboard...!

Remilia

She's right, Flan. It won't be any fun if we crush them too quickly.

Remilia

We need to take things nice and slow, toying with our foes little by little...

Flandre

I see! You're so smart! Thinking is such cumbersome work.

Koakuma

Eek! Um, I don't suppose it would be possible to withdraw now, would it?

Hatate

What are you saying? You took up the challenge, so you need to see it through! You can't just leave a job unfinished.

Rumia

Aha! Can I eat her if she does?

Koakuma

Don't eat me! I promise that I'm not tasty!

Flandre

We're going to win, win, win! And not let the others even take the stage!

Minoriko

I've always considered the vampire sisters frightening, but now they seem so reliable!

Remilia

Excuse you. We've always been reliable.

Hatate

You talk like it's already over! We're not planning on losing, you know!

Koakuma

Um... I don't want to rain on your parade, but... I have that errand to run for Lady Patchouli...

Aya

Look at them go! They're just like oil and water! But enough with the chitchat! START!

Nitori

The rules are simple! The team who builds a house higher than their opponent's wins!

Koakuma

Really, can't you just listen to me for a second?!

Rumia

Hey, what do we do with these cards? Can I eat them?

Koakuma

No! Look... You put them together to form a triangle. Then you arrange the triangles in a line, like this!

Koakuma

When you've got enough, you start to put cards on the top like this... to form more triangles!

Rumia

Whoa! Reeeaaally?!

Aya

What's this?! One of the contestants doesn't know how to build a house of cards! The Anti-Sibling Force is falling behind!

Hatate

You have to check these things before starting! Diving straight in only to find out that someone hasn't got a clue is no good!

Nitori

True... There are also some kappa like that who just make whatever and get yelled at because the specs are all wrong.

Koakuma

I suppose I've got no choice but to just get this over with quickly and finish my errand before Lady Patchouli notices!

Remilia

My, what a pompous attitude. Do you really think we will let such arrogance pass that easily?

You're pretty confident... Are you that sure you'll win?

Remilia

It's unlike you to ask such a stupid question, PLAYER. Victory is undoubtedly ours!

Aya

Did you hear that?! The Pro-Sibling Force claims victory already!

Flandre

Look! Just look! It's sooooooooooo hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh!

Koakuma

NO WAY! How could you make five thousand and ninety layers in such a short time?!

Nitori

Woohoo! I never thought Flan would excel at such an intricate task... What a surprise.

Hatate

Grr... This means the Anti-Sibling Force needs to lay at least five thousand and ninety-one layers to win!

Koakuma

Oh dear! Wh-What should I do?!

Koakuma

(No, wait... Aren't I free to go as soon as we lose?)

Rumia

Oooh! Look at them goooo! Hey... can I eat those?

Koakuma

No! I told you they're not food! Huh? What happened?!

Flandre

What's going on? It's so dark. I can't see a thing!

Remilia

Hey, Koakuma! You've got some nerve to obstruct us like this.

Koakuma

It's not me!

Flandre

Oh no! Our house of cards!

Aya

What's this?! The Pro-Sibling Force's house of cards has collapsed!

Remilia

It's not over yet... We still have time! How much is left, PLAYER?

You've got half a minute!

Remilia

Hehehe, that will be plenty. All right, Flan. Let's show them what the Scarlet sisters are made of.

Flandre

Kyahaha! Will do! We'll make a house even taller than the previous one!

Aya

What tremendous speed! They're certainly living up to their self-proclaimed title of the fastest!

Rumia

Aha! They built a huge house in no time at all!

Remilia

I won't be fooled by the same trick twice! Divine Spear: Spear the Gungnir!

Koakuma

U-Um... milady? This competition isn't decided by bullets, but by who builds a big house of cards first...

Remilia

You don't have to remind me. But it looks like I have to remind YOU that we didn't start it.

Remilia

This is self-defense!

Koakuma

Whaaat?! Time-out! Time-out! Second, call a time-out!

Hatate

What do you think you're doing?! You need to put all you've got into this bullet battle!

Koakuma

B-But...

Remilia

Oh, I have no objections. We'll have a battle of bullets, as per your wish.

Koakuma

B-But all I was doing was building a house of cards!

Remilia

Nice try. Now take responsibility as an older sister and fight.

Koakuma

Wait, I'M the older sister?!

Flandre

But I totally get it... destroying things is so much fun. I want to sweep and make them go boom too!

Remilia

You're not as bad as I thought... You have the dignity of an older sister after all.

Koakuma

W-Well... I can't lose face in front of my little sister!

Rumia

Aha! Building a house of cards is super fun!

This doesn't have much to do with it, actually...

Rumia

Reeeaaally?! Still, it was so much fun!

Rumia

I think I like doing things with my big sis! And it's all because Koakuma and Mokou invited me along! Thank you!

Koakuma

S-Stop saying things like that... You're making me want to work even harder!

Remilia

Heehee. So you're finally going to show what you're really capable of? Then we won't hold back either. Flan―

Flandre

*pout* No fair!

Koakuma

Huh? What's not fair?

Flandre

It's the way you're singling me out! Meanwhile my sister, Koakuma, and Rumia are having fun with bullets together...

Koakuma

Um, hold on a moment there, Lady Flan. You joined the battle as well.

Flandre

That was just a bit of goofing around.

Koakuma

Right... But we're all still in one piece, so we can have a rematch if you want...

Flandre

See?! You held yourself back because you didn't want to play with me!

Rumia

Is that sooooo...?

Koakuma

I did nothing of the sort! I was doing my best just to stay alive! You're the ones who were going easy―

Remilia

That's right, Flan. Think it over. We're the most powerful sisters. What'd happen if we got serious from the start?

Flandre

Um... Koakuma and Rumia would've been torn to shreds?

Remilia

Exactly. And the match would be over very quickly. Don't you think that would be boring?

Flandre

Yeah, it would be. Super boring.

Remilia

But now it's time for us to show off our true power! Now that I've set the stage for you, Flan, you can truly go wild!

Flandre

Remilia... You do this much for me, and I...

Remilia

Don't worry about it. As long you understand... Now, let us show them what real fear is!

Flandre

Yeah!!!

Rumia

Reeeaaally?! Then the house of cards you built...

Remilia

It was only for fun. As you well know, someone destroyed ours partway through, so I lost interest.

Rumia

Ahaha! Is that soooo...? We've got no choice then.

Koakuma

Yeah. I couldn't stop her. It's my fault, isn't it?!

Remilia

As an older sister, you should hold the reigns tightly and control her. It appears you're still not prepared for the role.

Remilia

...Are you ready?

Flandre

Just one sweep and―BOOM!

Koakuma

Oh my oh dear oh nooo!

Byakuren

That's enough! The match is a draw. Both teams are eliminated!

Rumia

Is that so? What a bummer. I wanted to play some more...

Aya

Hm... That might've ended badly if we hadn't stepped in!

Remilia

I appreciate that you stopped us, but what do you mean by a draw? I can't say that I agree.

Byakuren

Oh, really? The rules state that you need to build a house of cards within the time limit.

Byakuren

Neither team built one... So the match ended in a draw.

Th-That's OK with me!

Flandre

Is it over already? Anyone up for another game? If not, I guess I'll just play with Koakuma!

Koakuma

But... when can I go to finish my errand?!

Daiyousei

Cirno, I heard that there's a Gensokyo Little Sister Contest happening right about now!

Cirno

Oho! Ain't that bold of them to have a fight without me?!

Cirno

...Wait, what do they mean by little sister?

Daiyousei

Er... For example, Miss Flan is Miss Remilia's little sister, and Miss Merlin and Miss Lyrica are Miss Lunasa's little sisters...

Cirno

Oh! Folks who always stick together, eh?! Then you and I are sisters too!

Daiyousei

When you put it that way... Yes, we are sisters! Hehehe!

Cirno

There ain't many folks who can win against a power duo like us! You've got some serious skills!

Sunny Milk

This looks so fun! Count me in!

Lily White

I came because I heard that a festival was being held! Is it true that there's a luxurious seasonal prize?!

Lily White

It must be spring-related!

Sunny Milk

I heard about something seasonal too... Oh well! I'll know when I win!

Sunny Milk

Grr... I was so close!

Lily White

Since I couldn't win it, the prize must not have anything to do with spring.

Daiyousei

Hehehe... It's me again.

Sanae

Daiyousei and I―we're the Green Sisters! We shouldn't let conventional notions limit our definition of sisterhood!

Daiyousei

O-Oh, I see! So we're sisters too, right?!

Sanae

We are! Shall we do it then?! Prepare for a battle of bullets!

Daiyousei

Oh no... We lost. But it was fun! Let's do it again some time!

Sanae

Whoa... I can't believe we lost... The Green Sisters will be back though!

Remilia

This is unbelievable... To think a person of my caliber could wind up with such a pathetic result.

Flandre

But it was fun! Let's build a house of cards together again sometime!

Remilia

Yes, it was more enjoyable than I expected... Let us borrow cards from Sakuya next time.

That was a good match.

Flandre

I know, right?! If we continued at that rate we would've won easily! But we got interrupted...

Yukari

Like we said, if we hadn't stopped you, the battle would've ended too quickly and the contest would've been in vain.

Remilia

The gap youkai is right, Flan. We'll build a house of cards together again, so just let it go this time.

Flandre

...I'll hold you to that!

Remilia

Of course.

Yukari

Both teams did their best. It was truly heartwarming to see such sisterly cooperation.

Rumia

Huh? It's over already? Can I eat these then?

Byakuren

You mustn't succumb to your desires.

Byakuren

However, I am aware that hunger sustains life. This is why we receive other lives and thus carry their spirits―

Byakuren

But it appears that you don't understand this. Please come visit Myouren Temple. I'll provide you with proper training.

Byakuren

Many youkai are there, so there is nothing to be shy about.

Rumia

Is that sooooo...? It sounds boring though... So yeah, maybe next time!

Aya

All right. Let's move on to the next round!

???

It's our turn! As Lady Yukari's shikigami, I shall adorn her with the laurel of victory.

Ran

Chen and I will fight for the Anti-Sibling Force!

Chen

Meow! That's right! I'll do my bestest with Lady Ran!

Minoriko

I-Isn't that unfair?! Should a judge's relatives be allowed to enter the contest?!

Mokou

What's the difference? The judges won't favor anyone just because they're related.

Mokou

Mind you, these two are outstanding members of our team. Chen is also a shikigami in the service of Ran, you know!

(Why does she look so smug?)

Yukari

Oh, so I guess that means I am their older sister.

Mokou

Um... It does?

Yukari

If you're worried about unfair judgment, I shall step up as a contestant. It shouldn't pose a problem then.

Minoriko

Well, I mean...

???

Since they're fielding three sisters... we will be their opponents!

Lyrica

Tada! The third-born of the Prismriver Sisters! Lyrica Prismriver!

Merlin

The second-born of the Prismriver Sisters! Merlin Prismriver!

Lunasa

...And the oldest of the Prismriver Sisters. Lunasa Prismriver.

Lyrica

Well then, Leader. What do you say? Can we go next?

Minoriko

S-Sure! In fact, thank you for offering.

Yukari

Heehee, do you really think you can defeat the Yakumo family?

Merlin

Well, we didn't come all this way to lose! No matter what kind of match it is, we'll give our best performance!

Lunasa

...So what's the next theme?

Yuyuko

No need to be so hasty. I'll announce it now.

Yuyuko

The theme of the next match is... Sandwich! Three Shots With Big Sis!

Sandwich?

And what do you mean by "three shots"?

Aya

The rules are simple! The oldest sister stands in the middle and the younger ones sandwich her tightly between them!

Aya

Then, you all strike a pose for a picture! For the sake of fair play, I'll be operating the camera!

Hatate

You're just trying to monopolize the scoop! I won't have that!

Hatate

If you're doing this for fair play... then pass those photos to me afterward!

Aya

I knew you'd say that.

Ran

Lady Yukari, Chen, shall we go first?

Yukari & Chen

Let's. It's meow or never!

Yuyuko

All right, then. The Anti-Sibling Force goes first! Get ready... Start!

Aya

I'll take the pics one after the other.

Nitori

Nice! They're changing their expressions for every single shot!

Nitori

This in itself is the real art! It's not as easy as it looks to come up with a new face on the fly.

Nitori

They're just like idols, like models! These could be in photo collections... no, even celeb PR shots!

Yukari

Hey, Ran... Come closer. You need to sandwich your sister between the two of you, remember?

Ran

B-But Lady Yukari... this is too much... It's so embarrassing.

Chen

Lady Yukari! Lady Ran! Here... Meow squeeze!

Ran

Ch-Chen! Stop pushing... Lady Yukari must remain in her position!

Yukari

No, it's all right... I love having my cute shiki―my baby sisters so close to me... You're both so soft!

Hatate

Oh, that's it! The youngest wants her sister's attention and so does the second-born, but she's too embarrassed to admit it!

Hatate

And the oldest sister between her younger siblings is brimming with joy! We are surely going to win!

They do look cute... but our team can do better!

Lyrica

I agree with PLAYER! Let's use what we've learned from our concert promotional photo shoots!

Merlin

Right! We'll show the Anti-Sibling Force what it means to be real sisters!

Merlin & Lyrica

Right, Sis? Right, Lunasa?

Lunasa

Wh-What? No... I mean, I don't like having my picture taken... I feel awkward in front of the camera!

Aya

Thank you for the wonderful photo shoot! Now would the Pro-Sibling Force please come forth?

Merlin

Finally, it's our turn! Let's do this!

Lyrica

But I think our chances of winning are slim if we just get our photos taken normally...

Merlin

That is true. We lack the fluffy fur of the beast youkai and don't look as adorable...

Lunasa

Don't say that! You two are my little sisters! And both of you are as cute as buttons! They can't hold a candle to you!

Lunasa

That's why the photos should be just of the two of you. You should be front and center. I'm OK with being your rock.

Lunasa

No. I WANT to be your rock!

Merlin & Lyrica

Sis! Lunasa!

Merlin

I had no idea you thought of us like that! But don't sideline yourself. We want you to be right in there with us!

Lyrica

Right! Let's get our picture taken together! There's no Prismriver Sisters without you!

Lyrica

It takes all three of us to make the band! And we're proud to have you as our older sister!

Lunasa

Merlin, Lyrica...!

The Prismriver Sisters are radiant!

Aya

They are! Keep smiling like that! This is a chance for a great shoot! Ready?

Hatate

I can't believe this...

Nitori

Are you watching this, peeps?! The Prismriver Sisters are positively glowing!

Nitori

Is this the power of sisterly bonds?! Incredible! Those smiles are fantastic!

Merlin

We're getting more attention than during our concerts! It makes me want to perform a song or two!

Yukari

I can make your wish come true... on a stage called the battle of bullets!

Yukari

It would be boring just to shoot photos. We should shoot some bullets too, so as to make our sisters truly shine!

Lunasa

In that case... challenge accepted. I'll show you that Merlin and Lyrica are adorable in more ways than one...

Nitori

They're making their sisters shine with bullets and Spell Cards! It's not only about offense! This is a battle of beauty!

Nitori

This is how it should be according to the Spell Card Rules! Their radiance will now be captured with tengu camerawork!

Yukari

Heehee, not bad. We're not giving it our all, but I never expected you to give us this much trouble.

Aya

It's a seesawing battle. Not only are the bullets beautiful, but they're also interweaving into a legit offense!

Aya

Buuuut! I'm so sorry to say that I only have one shot of film left!

Aya

Who will claim the right to the last photo?!

Merlin & Lyrica

That's―

Yukari & Chen

Obviously―

Outgoing Sisters

Us―the Prismriver Sisters! Us―the Yakumo family!

Outgoing Sisters

...Huh?

Where are Lunasa and Ran?

Lunasa

Well... I feel seriously awkward in front of cameras...

Ran

I'm so sorry, Lady Yukari. I'm not used to being in the center of attention either...

Lunasa

I want to support my sisters, but I'm too shy to let myself stand out...

Ran

Exactly! I want everyone to know how cute Chen is, and how beautiful Lady Yukari is... But it also leaves me feeling sad...

Lunasa

I know, riiiiiiiiiight?!

Outgoing Sisters

HUH?!

Aya

Ayayayaya! What's this?! The rivals developed a bond and buried the hatchet!

Eirin

Maybe they sympathized with each other through the contest? It makes sense since they feel the same way.

Eirin

But the match can't be continued at this rate.

Kanako

Well, I suppose there's nothing else for it then. The opinions of us judges were divided too...

Kanako

We declare this a draw. Both teams are eliminated!

Marisa

"Shared joy is double joy. And shared sorrow is half sorrow," right? Something fun is going on―so I gotta check it out!

Koakuma

But I was just there! And here I thought I'd finally be able to finish my errand...

Marisa

Oh, really? I'm heading there now though... so you should tag along!

Marisa

The more the merrier―trust me on this!

Marisa

Tsk. We lost... But hey, bring on the next battle! It's still too early to call it a day!

Koakuma

I promise that I'll properly finish my task this time! Lady Patchouli, please wait just a little longer!

Cirno

Muahaha! I'm back! And I ain't the same me I was before! Believe it or freeze!

Rumia

Is that so?! I'll do my best too then!

Cirno

Oh, ain't ya Rumia? This combination... Could it be?!

Rumia

Could it be―what?

Cirno

...I forgot! Who cares? It's already in the past! And I'm heading toward the future!

Rumia

We lost... But your ice is so cold! I like it! *nom* *nom*

Cirno

Huh?! So it was your fault! You ate my ice! This one doesn't count, ya hear me?!

Seiran

This time I won't just be selling dango on the sidelines. I'm going to join in on the event!

Star Sapphire

The Gensokyo Little Sister Contest? Heehee, sounds like fun. I'm joining in too!

Seiran

But we need to have something in common to join the Anti-Sibling Force. I'm a rabbit and you're a fairy...

Star Sapphire

Heehee! Don't worry! I got this! What we have in common is... the color blue!

Seiran

(Is that really enough?!)

Star Sapphire

Though it's only just begun... this event really feels a tad different from the other ones!

Seiran

All right! Gotta sell tons of dango! This time I'll defeat Ringo for sure!

Lunasa

Sorry, Merlin, Lyrica. In the end, I couldn't be your stalwart rock...

Lunasa

And it was such a perfect chance to show everyone how cute you two are...

Lunasa

I couldn't let you shine properly... I'm sorry! I don't deserve to be called your older sister!

Lyrica

What are you saying?! We're so proud of you, Lunasa!

Merlin

That's right! And we really appreciate that you always think about us! I love you!

Lyrica

And I love you both! You're my beloved older sisters!

Lunasa

Thank you... I love you both too!

Yukari

Heehee, what a beautiful display of sisterly love.

Ran

I'm so sorry, Lady Yukari. I was unable to offer this victory to you.

Yukari

*sigh* What a shame. And we were so close too...

Ran

*mope*

Yukari

Heehee, I'm just kidding. I'm happy to have been able to show everyone how cute you two are.

Yukari

And I had the chance to ruffle your fur too... You're so soft!

Chen

Mew! Lady Yukari! No fair! I wanna pet Lady Ran with my paw too! So furry!

Ran

Lady Yukari... Chen...! Th-That tickles!

Hatate

Hmmm... A draw again. I want our team to win already...

What a relaxing battle!

Hatate

How can you be so naive, PLAYER?! You're worse than the kids in the Human Village!

Mokou

*sigh* This makes my opposition meaningless!

Well, you're not wrong.

But why did you...?

Mokou

You're like a younger sister to everyone, PLAYER, so you can't understand how I feel...

Joon

Ugh, I hate this. So annoying...

Joon

This is exactly why we can't win even though we should've already!

Shion

Let's go up next. I want the prize, and I'm hungry.

Joon

See? At this rate, my sister will starve to death as a pauper.

Shion

That's mean, Joon... I'm only poor because I'm a poverty god...

Joon

Listen. We don't even know if the prize is food. Are you still willing to give it all you've got?

Joon

Because I don't think you are!

Shion

A-All right, I get it... Calm down, OK?

Shion

But even if the prize really IS food, I'm afraid we won't be able to win, because I'm here...

Joon

That's not the case at all―

???

You can just give up and let us win by default!

Sanae

You don't wait for miracles! You have to MAKE them happen! And there's no better time than NOW! Visit Moriya Shrine!

Suwako

We offer everything you need! Prayers for health, wealth, safety, and to keep misfortune away. Benevolent gods too!

Kanako

Sanae and Suwako?! What are the two of you doing here?

Suwako

You're taking part in something interesting, Kanako. You can't just keep all the fun to yourself.

Kanako

I never meant to... Huh? If you're here, does that mean...?!

Suwako

Hehe, you noticed? That's right! Sanae and I will be joining the Anti-Sibling Force!

Aya

Well, those two are very close to each other... They have enough qualifications to participate as sisters!

Sanae

Listen, everyone! Can you hear me?! Be sure to visit Moriya Shrine!

Shion

Give me some space... But what can you gain from a poverty god visiting? Aren't you afraid you might become poor too?

Sanae

We'll be fine! The gods worshiped at Moriya Shrine are strong!

Sanae

And as it happens, I am a living god myself!

Joon

Hey, you! You're too close to my sister! Step away!

Joon

With all those gods at your disposal, you shouldn't have to entice Shion!

Joon

And it doesn't look like you're getting by if you have to keep recruiting more followers. And indiscriminately at that!

Suwako

You talk too much. Contrary to some poor shrines, ours favors business.

Joon

Does it? As far as I know, someone who proclaims "We'll be fine" is usually pretty far from being fine!

Suwako

Oh, how very like a pestilence god to say that. You don't really inspire much confidence.

Aya

A harsh exchange between the opponents! Looks like they can't wait to be at each other's throats!

Aya

Let us hear the theme without delay!

Kanako

Then I'll go ahead and announce it.

Kanako

The theme of the third match is... Scream Your Love for Your Big Sister from the Center of Gensokyo!

Joon

*snort* What? We just have to shout?

Joon

But why do I have to say that I love my sister?!

By "the center of Gensokyo"... do you mean, here?

Joon

Exactly! PLAYER's got a point!

Yukari

Hm... We don't know the exact location, but as a sage, I designate this place as the center of Gensokyo for today.

Joon

Now that's just too ridiculous!

Hatate

(Now's our chance... If she keeps throwing a tantrum, they'll lose by default!)

Hatate

So are we going to do this? Or are you just going to keep whining?

Hatate

No need to push yourself, since this victory already belongs to the Anti-Sibling For―

Joon

Hold on, crow tengu. Who said I won't do it? No pestilence god would be so nice as to let you win that easily.

Joon

Shall we begin, then?! Shout out my love at the center of Gensokyo? No big deal. I'll go all out!

Kanako

Wonderful! This is how a festival should be! You're really priming the fire!

Kanako

Now show us what you've got―START!

Aya

The third match has started! Who will make the first move?!

Sanae

Our scream of sisterly love will reach the Youkai Mountain... and come back here as an echo!

Aya

A bold declaration from Sanae! Scream for us, then!

Sanae

*inhale* *exhale* *inhale*

Suwako

BIIIIIG SISTEEEEEEEEEER! I LOOOOVE YOUUUUUUUUUUU!

Joon, Shion, & Kanako

Huh?!

Aya

Ayayayaya?! No way! Suwako?! I was convinced Sanae was the younger sister!

Aya

Wait... Are they trying to fire up the fans by reversing their roles?!

Sanae

You know, I've always wanted to have a younger sister! So I kind of foisted that role upon Lady Suwako!

Joon

Give me a break! Everyone knows it's the opposite!

Sanae

What do you mean, "everyone knows"? What kind of pestilence god would let herself be ruled by common sense?

Joon

You little brat... Common sense and uncommon sense have nothing to do with pestilence gods!

Suwako

Sister, she looks so mad. I'm scared.

Sanae

There's no need to be afraid. Nothing's scary with your big sister at your side!

Joon

(J-Just let me fill them with bullets!)

Sanae

It's your turn, Pro-Sibling Force! Keep in mind that Lady Suwako's voice most assuredly reached the Youkai Mountain!

Suwako

If you have any love for your sister, make the mountains tremble for us!

Shion

Do it!

Joon

Grr... Wait, what?! You're getting on my case too?!

Shion

Sure, I want to hear you scream how much you love me. ...And I want the prize too, of course.

Joon

In that case... I need to bring out the big guns!

(Here we go again...!)

Joon

Just you wait! I'll scream my love into the bullets!

Sanae

Nice! Now there's a real common sense-defying idea! Truly in the spirit of Gensokyo!

Joon

R-Right?! This is my love for Shion!

Shion

A battle of bullets? You could've expressed it through something edible at least. I'm starving...

Suwako

I'm sorry, PLAYER... but we have to win.

Suwako

Not bad at all... But have you forgotten that this match isn't only about bullets?

Joon

Hmph! How could I forget! This is a stage meant for me! My performance will lead to the grand finale―our victory!

Joon

Queen of Bubble!

Aya

W-Wow... That's one flashy performance! The judges, and the entire audience, are enthralled!

Joon

At last, everyone's eyes are on me! This is my chance! SIIIIIIS, I LOVE Y―

Kanako

That's not fair, Suwako!

Suwako

Huh? What do you mean?

Kanako

I... I also want to call Sanae my big sister!

YOU want to be the younger one?!

Kanako

I suppose you won't have any objections if I enter? Especially since Yukari participated too...

Byakuren

Actually, you pointed it out earlier. If we lack one of the judges, we won't be able to deal with a split vote.

Kanako

That's so mean of you! I HATE IT! I also want to call Sanae my big sister! Or be called that myself!

Yukari

Stop being selfish.

Eirin

Whose fault do you think this is...? Listen, we're judges. We shouldn't interrupt the competition.

Byakuren

Hehehe. But it's all right. I was listening carefully the entire time.

Joon

Wh-What do you mean?

Byakuren

That shout of "Siiiiiiis, I love you!" earlier... Wasn't that you?

Joon

Waaah! I have no idea what you're talking about!

But you said it.

Joon

Whaaaaat? You too, PLAYER? Are you hearing things? There's a doctor here―have her look you over!

Shion

Joon... You called me your "Sis"... You even said that you love me...!

Joon

What nonsense are you spouting?!

Shion

Hey, wait, Joon! Say it again! Say that you love me... Pleeeeease!

Yuyuko

Oh my. It looks like we have our third draw in a row.

Suwako

Goodness. Did you really have to interrupt? Things ended in a draw because of you.

Kanako

You shouldn't have been the younger sister to begin with.

Suwako

Oh really? And just who was the first god to run off and take part in this event?

Kanako

You promised you wouldn't say that!

Suwako

Oh, we lost... Well, I probably should head home. Have fun judging... Big Sister.

Kanako

Pfft. Hehe. "Big Sister" does have a nice ring to it. And I would love to have a cute little sister.

Seiran & Ringo

Take a look! Don't miss it! Our new sisterly dango! A must-taste item!

Ringo

It's sweet bean paste wrapped in pastry... I call it my Dumpling Dango!

Seiran

Try my new Dumpling-y Dango! Look at this cute snail shape! The shell looks like a tiny cabbage!

Seiran & Ringo

Y-You stole my idea?!

Seiran

Hey, maybe we are alike, after all? I mean, our way of thinking is the same...

Ringo

Oh, you noticed it too? Then maybe we're more like sisters than the actual sisters here are?

Reimu

I just came to see what's happening because Marisa told me about the event. Hm... Looks like everyone's having fun.

Sanae

Miss Reimu, why don't you enter too? You can join forces with me as part of the Anti-Sibling Force.

Reimu

...And who would be the older one?

Sanae

Why me, of course!

Reimu

Not happening!

Sanae

All right... You can be the older sister then. So how about it, Big Sis? Let's go resolve an incident!

Reimu

Well, I guess that's not so bad. OK, Sis, come on and help me clean Hakurei Shrine.

Sanae

(I don’t think we'd get along as sisters...)

Where have Shion and Joon gone?

Minoriko

Beats me... But I don't think they'll be back any time soon.

Byakuren

Maybe I teased Joon too much. I'll take a spin on my bike to look for them later.

Aya

Things have taken a surprising turn. No one has scored a point yet, which makes this contest all the more exciting!

Nitori

Shoot...! I could've used my sound meter in the previous match!

Kanako

I think this festival still lacks some razzle-dazzle. It would be a shame for such an event to go to waste...

Yukari

Really? I think the contestants used their Spell Cards safely and strategically to show off their little sisters' cuteness.

Yuyuko

It's just... the contest isn't moving forward at all. How about we try something different?

Eirin

I don't think we can just change the rules now. Everything needs proper preparation.

Eirin

The tengu, kappa, and Yukari worked so hard to organize this all... We need to have a broader perspective.

Byakuren

Shall we proceed with the next round, then?

Hatate

(The fourth match-up marks the halfway point of the contest. Gotta score here or we might have trouble winning...)

Hatate

(One of the judges got bored too... There's only one person left who can turn the tables!)

Hatate

All right, PLAYER! Choose your next contestants!

Minoriko

Wh-What should we do, PLAYER? Who should we field?

??? & ???

Leave it to us!

Benben

*sigh* I can't stand to watch anymore. This is sooo pathetic. We'll show you the true power of siblings!

Yatsuhashi

Yeah! I've played many concerts with my sister and Raiko! We've got more experience in this field than any of you!

Is the theme going to be concert-related?

Benben

D-Don't sweat the details. Pick us and the next thing you know, we'll be playing a hymn of victory.

Mokou & Hatate

Are you sure it'll be so easy?

Hatate

There's only one person who can bring us our first victory! Go get 'em, Head Maid!

Sakuya

*sigh* How did it end up like this? I only came here because Lady Patchouli asked me to...

Mokou

The maid sisters... aren't really maids!

Youmu

*groan* Why do I have to wear this outfit again? I was just accompanying Lady Yuyuko here...

Meiling

I also got roped into this with Miss Sakuya... Lady Patchouli sent me to look for Koakuma...

Aya

Wh-What's this?! The head maid of the Scarlet Devil Mansion, Sakuya Izayoi is here―and she's not alone!

Aya

With her are Youmu Konpaku, Hakugyokurou's gardener, and Hong Meiling, gatekeeper of the Scarlet Devil Mansion!

Remilia

Oh, I didn't know Sakuya had entered the contest as well. And as part of the Anti-Sibling Force at that...

Sakuya

I beg your pardon, milady.

Remilia

Why are you apologizing? I've already been eliminated anyway. I'm simply enjoying the show now, heehee.

Sakuya

I will not let you get bored. Entertaining the mistress is one of my duties as the maid of the Scarlet Devil Mansion.

Sakuya

That goes for the two of you as well. Show them what you're capable of!

Youmu & Meiling

R-Roger!

Minoriko

Why are you encouraging the opposing team?!

Remilia

Oh, is our team going to lose because of such a trifle? You're the leader―you should believe in your comrades.

Minoriko

I never said I don't believe in them... I know that everyone is doing their best!

Remilia

Good. The leader should act calm and composed at all times. Just like I do!

You're always so charismatic...!

Hatate

Says the one who drew in her own match and got eliminated.

Remilia

I heard that. Mind your words or else I shall be forced to skewer you on Gungnir like a shish kebab.

Yatsuhashi

Hmph! We won't lose, not even against the three maid sisters of the Scarlet Devil Mansion!

Benben

Right! We've got to win so we can hold a show to celebrate our victory!

(Their motivation is somewhat off...)

Minoriko

Everything's fine as long as you win! You can throw a concert, sell merch, do whatever you want...

Minoriko

Just don't let them take the prize!

Yatsuhashi

M-Minoriko is on fire! And here I always thought she was interested only in autumn and food!

Benben

Time to really get serious! And then we'll give the greatest performance the world has ever seen!

Yukari

I'm happy to see everyone in such high spirits. Well then, let's move on to the next theme.

Yukari

The fourth match is... My Sister and I are Maids! Wait, does this say―?

Benben & Yatsuhashi

M-Maids?!

Sakuya

My, my... Imagine that. How lucky for us. It's nice to be the one being served for a change.

I think this might be game over for us...

Benben

I won't give up without trying! We need to... improvise and overcome this challenge!

Sakuya

That won't work on us! Maids aren't as kind as you might think! I'll show you how strict we can be!

Aya

The older sisters are staring daggers at each other! Neither is willing to back down! A fierce battle is brewing.

Aya

All right. Without any further delay... Three, two, one... START!

Yukari

Er... The rules are simple. Serve the judges. The team that provides better service wins.

Sakuya

Let us go first, then. Come on, Youmu, Meiling―my apprentice maids!

Youmu & Meiling

Yes, ma'am!

Meiling

Here's your Chinese tea with sweets. I hope you enjoy it.

Yuyuko

Ah! I love this smell! It has a different taste from the tea I usually have.

Youmu

Here you are. Tomato-flavored rice wrapped in eggs. I found this recipe in a book from the outside.

Kanako

Oh... It reminds me of old times. Isn't this dish called "omurice"?

Youmu

Please refrain from eating for a moment! It needs one finishing touch!

Kanako

Huh? Have you served me a meal that isn't ready?

Youmu

Yes, because it's the tastiest when freshly made. And it'll become even better when I enchant it with this little spell!

Youmu

Sprinkling the yummy on... Moe moe myon!

Yuyuko

Waaah! You're so sweet, Youmu! I want one too!

Kanako

Oh, you drew a heart with ketchup... How clever.

Sakuya

This is a trick of the maid trade―the Hidden Taste of Love!

Aya

The Anti-Sibling Force has grasped the judges' hearts with maid-ly power and isn't letting go!

Aya

I expected no less from the head maid's apprentices! They're presenting us with splendidly adorable service!

Yatsuhashi

Wh-What do we do, Benben? They're stealing the show!

Benben

This is bad... Very, very bad! But we won't win if we do something similar!

Yatsuhashi

They've really got us up against the ropes!

Sakuya

Heehee. Victory is almost ours.

What's her next trick?!

Sakuya

At this rate, the Pro-Sibling Force doesn't stand a chance against the Anti-Sibling Force...

Benben & Yatsuhashi

*gulp*

Benben

W-We know that! We're currently trying to come up with a plan, so give us a sec!

Sakuya

What can you possibly do? It won't matter how much time you take. Plus... you're not even real sisters, are you?

Benben & Yatsuhashi

...!

Benben

Well, yeah... We turned into tsukumogami at the same time, but we're not blood-related... Why are we on this team?!

Benben

We shouldn't be here!

Yatsuhashi

H-Hold on, Benben! This isn't the time to worry about that!

Right! The two of you are wonderful sisters!

Yatsuhashi

Yeah! PLAYER is right! Let's win this match and celebrate the victory with our music!

Sakuya

Is it really OK for you to fight on the Pro-Sibling Force's side? The "pro" is for "proper siblings," you know.

Benben

Proper siblings... Then shouldn't we, in fact, be part of the Anti-Sibling Force?

Sakuya

This is another of my maid tricks―"Maid's Whisper"!

Aya

What an unexpected turn of events! Benben has fallen for Sakuya's trick and is unable to continue fighting!

Benben

Yatsuhashi, it's not too late! We ought to join the Anti-Sibling Force!

Yatsuhashi

Benben... stop being such an IDIOT!

Benben

Huh? What? Yatsuhashi... What happened all of a sudden?

Yatsuhashi

I should be the one asking that question! We're a part of the PRO-Sibling Force! And that's OK!

Yatsuhashi

It's true that we gained human forms and became sisters thanks to the Miracle Mallet's magic.

Yatsuhashi

And yes, in terms of blood bonds... we are not sisters.

Yatsuhashi

But the undeniable truth is that we do exist as the tsukumogami Tsukumo Sisters!

Benben

Yatsuhashi, you don't need to say anymore.

Yatsuhashi

But―

Benben

You've opened my eyes. I don't know 'bout maid tricks and whatnot―

Benben

―but this surely won't break our sisterly bond!

Yatsuhashi

Yes! You're back!

Aya

...Oh! I was lost in their conversation about what siblings are and what the Tsukumo Sisters are!

Sakuya

Ugh... I was so close...!

Yatsuhashi

Hehe! Sorry! Those whispers of yours are easily drowned out by our music!

Good! Now for the counterattack!

Benben

Yeah. Yatsuhashi, PLAYER. Sorry for failing as the older sister...

Benben

Now we'll face you head on! We'll show you a sisterly bond that's stronger than blood!

Yatsuhashi

Now you're talking! There's no way we'll lose to sisters whose only common ground is being maids!

Meiling

Uh oh. They're out-talking you, Miss Sakuya. What should we do?

Youmu

Well, a rebuttal will be hard because everything they're saying is true... So what do we do, Sakuya?

Sakuya

It's simple. Maids welcome all guests and pursue none who leave. So, we'll answer with a battle of bullets!

Benben

While this is a natural turn of events, wasn't this supposed to be a maid competition?

Yatsuhashi

No worries! We can better show off our abilities in a battle of bullets!

Yatsuhashi

I think... maids aren't only supposed to serve. Can't be sure though!

Benben

If you say so. In that case, we're maids who deliver music to your ears and heart!

Benben & Yatsuhashi

This is our maid trick... Hold me tight! To the ends of Gensokyo!

Meiling

It might be true that maids don't just serve. They're fighting with bullets made of harmonious melodies!

Meiling

*snooze*

Aya

Uh oh! Meiling's asleep! The bullets are imbued with the relaxing sounds of biwa and koto, which are filling the arena!

Sakuya

You're doing pretty well. But Meiling is the only one who would ever fall asleep from this.

Benben

This may be the limit of our power...

Yatsuhashi

Even if this is our limit now, we just have to keep on improving!

Yatsuhashi

It's only by overcoming our limits that we may grow stronger!

Benben

Yatsuhashi... you're right again!

Benben & Yatsuhashi

We're just warming up!

Aya

Neither of the teams are backing down! So... Who will be the winner?!

Yukari

Stop. That's enough. This match... is a draw. Both teams are eliminated.

Sakuya, Benben & Yatsuhashi

What?!

Sakuya

Wh-Why? We performed our task perfectly!

Byakuren

If the theme is wrong... the fight should be canceled, right?

What do you mean?

Byakuren

Our initial theme changed too much along the way.

Byakuren

Or rather, Sakuya changed it with her power.

Sakuya

I did it on an impulse... After all, the initial theme was Play a Concert With Big Sister!

Yatsuhashi

Whoa... You stopped time and changed the theme? I guess I understand why you did it, but...

Benben

Hm? Wait, so why isn't it our victory? Shouldn't we win by default if she cheated?

Yukari

That's because... they made us happy with their service!

Benben & Yatsuhashi

That's all?!

Byakuren

The maid service was originally one of the tasks and it was fulfilled. We took this into account and settled on a draw.

Medicine

Hey, Alice, what does everyone mean when they talk about sisters?

Alice

Hm... How should I explain it? It has a slightly different meaning for us than for humans.

Alice

From a youkai point of view, sisters are beings whose lineage has broken in two... Do you follow?

Medicine

Huh?

Alice

For instance, Remilia and the Prismriver Sisters have something in common, right? That is what we call sisters.

Medicine

I get it now. So you're my sister!

Alice

I-I guess...? Sounds like it could be fun.

Chen

Oh meow... I lost... I need to gain more power!

Tewi

Huh? Aren't you the bakeneko from Mayohiga? You look terribly down. What happened?

Chen

Youkai rabbit from Eientei! You look like you have no problems...

Tewi

What? Of course, I have some! I always have a hard time deciding how to tease Reisen, for example!

Tewi

What are you so worried about anyway? Whatever it is, there's no use dwelling on it now.

Tewi

You should think about how to be helpful in some other way.

Chen

Even though you're a youkai rabbit, you say good things! Just for today, I'll be glad to call you my big sister!

Tewi

...But why? That doesn't make me happy at all! It feels more like you're looking down on me!

Chen

Must be your imagination, sister!

Patchouli

There you are, Koakuma!

Koakuma

*sniff* Lady Patchouli! I'm so sorry...!

Patchouli

*sigh* I sent Sakuya and Meiling to look for you since you never returned from your errand, but they've disappeared too!

Patchouli

What is happening today, for goodness' sake?! Koakuma, this is your punishment―make me some tea.

Koakuma

M-My apologies, Sister!

Patchouli

S-Sis―what?! O-Oh, well... I'm just glad you're safe...

Koakuma

(Lady Patchouli liked it?! It was just a slip of the tongue because of that event though...)

Koakuma

Hehehe... I will make you the best tea you've ever had, Sister!

Yatsuhashi

That makes no sense to me! It should count as our win if you mistook the theme!

Yatsuhashi

Benben, what's wrong?

Benben

Nothing. I just thought that we might've stood a chance if you had donned a maid uniform...

Meiling

You can borrow one of our maid uniforms if you want. They're practically indestructible, I tell you!

Benben

Yatsuhashi, try it on! I'm sure it will suit you! And then say, "Sister, welcome home!"

Yatsuhashi

Whoa! Why do I have to wear it when we've lost already? Leader, help!

Minoriko

M-Me?! B-But what can I possibly do?!

Shizuha

Look at my little sister! Her team members know they can rely on her! She has what it takes to be a leader!

Aya

All right. Now that we're about halfway through the contest...

Aya

We shall lift the curtain and reveal the reward!

Nitori

Ahem. So, the main prize is... Gensokyo's autumn itself!

Shizuha

Wh-What?! Gensokyo's autumn?! Do they mean... us, the autumn sisters?!

Shizuha

No need to be worried about me―I'm the big sister, so I can take care of myself! But Minoriko cannot!

Shizuha

She's really hardworking! She would give up sleeping to look after the crops for the sake of her followers!

Shizuha

If you give Gensokyo's autumn to the victor, Minoriko will gain even more believers, which means she'll work even more―

Shizuha

―and she'll die from overexertion! She's so good and sincere! I need to protect her!

(This feels... a bit like deja vu...)

Shizuha

W-Wait... Are they planning on making Minoriko everyone's little sister?!

Shizuha

She's diligent and kind and has more followers than me! I do admit she is a bit too popular―

Shizuha

―but she IS still my precious sister! I'm not giving her to anyone! I've got to keep her safe!

??? & ???

Well said! Truer words have never been spoken!

Toyohime

A little sister is cuter and more beautiful than any jewel... Giving her to someone else is inexcusable!

Satori

Indeed... A sister is a sister. She doesn't belong to anyone! And mine's fine having just me!

Toyohime

Let us protect our darlings together. Only we older sisters are capable of doing it.

Satori

This is a battle we can't afford to lose. We'll help you however we're able.

Shizuha

You two... Thank you! Dear members of the Big Sister Alliance!

Hatate

When did they make an alliance...?

Minoriko

*sigh* This doesn't look good... Huh? Why is everyone so worked up?

They were talking about how cute little sisters are.

Minoriko

O-OK, I guess...?

Shizuha

Minoriko, we're in this together! I know we can win with you on our team! I'll support you with all my might!

Mokou

...One question. What are you two gonna do if we keep getting draws?

Mokou

Will you keep Gensokyo's autumn for yourselves?

Shizuha & Minoriko

(Minoriko will become the tengu's sister?!) (Shizuha will become the kappa's sister?!)

Nitori

Nah... That wouldn't be any fun, right? Just do your best so that it doesn't end up like that.

Mokou

Come on, really? Ah, whatever. We're not gonna lose this round, so that won't happen anyway.

Aya

If the competition ends up with no winner, we will divide the prize equally among all the dwellers of Gensokyo!

Shizuha & Minoriko

That would be the absolute worst!

Aya

Uh... why are you crying? Do you want it that bad? Looks like our labor was worth all the trouble.

Shizuha

We must win this fight! Miss PLAYER, help us!

(I never expected them to get so worked up!)

Sure!

Minoriko

Thanks, Miss PLAYER!

Yorihime

Sister, isn't it our turn to step up?

Toyohime

Oh, Yorihime. Where did you get those clothes from?

Yorihime

S-Sorry... She told me it was a present from you...

She?

Koishi

Come on! Your big sis made it so you can shine. It'd be a waste not to wear it.

Satori

Koishi, where were you? Besides, you can't just take someone else's clothes without permission.

Koishi

Hehehe, but it is sooo pretty! Leaving it hidden in some closet would be a real waste!

Toyohime

Thank you. Yes, this is a dress I made especially for today.

Yorihime

You made it YOURSELF?! I'm so glad! Thank you!

Satori

Hey, Koishi. Would you like to wear an outfit like that too?

Satori

...I actually made one for you. Would you like to try it on?

Koishi

Really?! I'm getting one too?! Wow, I'm so happy! Did you make it yourself?! Of course I'll wear it!

Satori

Hehe, you can get changed over there. Because I'm sure it'll be our turn in the next round.

Koishi

Woohoo! I can't wait to play with my sis! Yay!

Shizuha

I can't just sit here and do nothing! Minoriko, let's get you dolled up too!

Minoriko

M-Me too?! You prepared something for me?! I'm a bit embarrassed, but I can't wait to try it!

Don't worry, we won't lose while you're away!

Minoriko

Thanks, Miss PLAYER. I'll go get changed then.

Hatate

Better hope you won't have lost by the time you come back.

Yorihime

I don't think there's anything to worry about. We are the ones taking the field, after all.

Hatate

Hehehe... Are you sure about that? We'll fight fire with fire! If you're fielding princesses, we're going to field some too!

Kaguya

I heard from Eirin that Mokou was involved with something, so I came to see what it was... and I'm not disappointed!

Hatate

And here comes the Eientei princess's sister! Look at that dark silky hair! They're just like two peas in a pod!

Hatate

I give you the fairy of starlight―Star Sapphire!

Aya

Whoa there. I'm supposed to be doing the introductions... Oh? What's wrong with the Watatsuki sisters?

Reisen

Allow me to explain.

Reisen

There are no impurities on the moon. This means, there are no life phenomena―birth and death.

Reisen

Fairies embody life energy itself, which makes them the natural enemies of Lady Toyohime and Lady Yorihime.

Reisen

Before you ask, I thoroughly disinfect myself from all impurities every time I return to the moon from Gensokyo.

Aya

Impressive. Thank you for explaining...

Star Sapphire

Huuuh? Is that really why? It's rude to call other people impure, you know!

Star Sapphire

But I heard the moon emissaries are strong. And they're afraid of me... This is just TERRIFIC!

Yorihime

D-Don't get carried away...! One or two fairies could never do us any harm!

Kaguya

Heehee... It's funny to see you struggling to keep your cool... Well then, Eirin. Can you give us the next theme?

Kaguya

The faster we settle this, the less damage they'll suffer.

Toyohime

B-Bold of you to say! But it won't be us on the losing side!

Eirin

All right. Let's proceed to the fifth match. The theme is A Dream Trip With Big Sis!

Eirin

The rules are as follows. The younger sister plans a trip. We'll appraise its charm points and the older sister's reaction.

Eirin

On your marks... get set... start!

Yorihime

Heh. I don't even have to give it much thought. It's pretty simple if you are always around your sister!

Nitori

Whoa...! She came up with something so fast! I want all the kappa to learn how to come up with ideas like that!

Reisen

Something like this is as easy as pie for Lady Yorihime!

Yorihime

Aw, Reisen... Well, there's nothing to it if you summon the power of a god. But more importantly... Sister.

Yorihime

Why did you choose this dress for me? It'd be hard for me to go out anywhere wearing it!

Yorihime

And I have such a great idea too! We need to make it a reality!

Toyohime

Don't say that. It suits you so well!

Toyohime

I've been thinking for a long time now that such an outfit would suit you.

Toyohime

And since I was going to make it by hand, I thought it'd be best to give you something you don't already have.

Yorihime

Well, I am really grateful that you gave it so much thought, but this is just...

Toyohime

Huh? You don't like it? Which part of it displeases you? I made it with you in mind, you know?

Toyohime

I wanted to go somewhere with you while you're wearing this dress!

Yorihime

No, I mean... I really appreciate the thought! It's just... Don't make me say it! You know what I mean!

Kaguya

Hey, are you two all right? The atmosphere is getting rather tense over there.

Kaguya

Also... that dress is really quite lovely. I don't understand why you dislike it. Right, PLAYER?

It's beautiful!

Toyohime

Right?! Everyone thinks so too!

Toyohime

My little Yori hates such fancy and stylish things. She can give me such a hard time...

Toyohime

I was hoping this would lead to you dressing up a bit more. Just like your big sister does. *wink*

Yorihime

Sister! Please don't speak to other people about my fashion sense!

Toyohime

Does it really matter? Let's ask Lady Houraisan's opinion. The clothes she wears are so lovely and cute.

Kaguya

Yes, I also pay attention to my skin and hair. Fortunately, I did my sister's hair myself!

Star Sapphire

It's smooth and silky! I could even let you touch it if you really, really want to.

Then, if you don't mind...

Wow! My fingers just glide right through it!

Yorihime

You're right! You can see how shiny it is when she shakes her head!

Toyohime

Her hair's so silky I can hardly believe it belongs to a fairy. Are you using some kind of special soap?

Star Sapphire

Hehe, right? With hair this smooth... I may as well be a fairy princess!

Yorihime

A-Anyway...! I don't think we can go anywhere as long as I'm wearing this dress!

Toyohime

Heehee, I thought you would say that. That's why I put a lot of effort into its functionality―so it won't be a problem.

Toyohime

Look, you can see the dark circles under my eyes from how late I stayed up. I pricked my fingers a few times too...

Toyohime

I worked so hard on this... I really want you to wear it, Yori! I knew it would suit you, and I wasn't wrong!

Yorihime

You're never wrong! I just think this dress would suit you better than me...

Yorihime

And don't call me Yori! Or I will call you Toyo!

Toyohime

Oh, will you?! Please do! I'd love that!

Yorihime

Look. Even if we do go out like this, we'll be in trouble if there's a battle of bullets and my movements are restricted.

Toyohime

I told you. The dress is functional. If you don't take my word for it, just give it a try here and now.

Toyohime

I'm sorry my little Yori is such a skeptic. Can you help me a bit?

Kaguya

*sigh* Do we have a choice? But this might be more fun than just inviting Sis on a date, anyway.

Star Sapphire

The moon emissaries are afraid of me! It's high time I showed my dignity as an older sister!

Yorihime

Huh? You're the older one?!

Star Sapphire

Yeah. Do you have a problem with that? I've always wanted to have a little sister... They're so cute!

Toyohime

Oh, I absolutely agree there. You may be a fairy, but perhaps we share some common ground after all.

A-A draw...?

Yorihime

Agh...! I can't unleash my true power when facing a fairy!

Toyohime

Right... And we both agree that little sisters are cute, so I can't just shoot a powerful bullet at her...

Yorihime

But our opponents aren't real sisters. So I don't think you should let that bother you...

Toyohime

There are no bad people among those who love their little sisters! Don't you agree, Yorihime, Miss PLAYER?

Yorihime

W-Well, yes... Right!

U-Uh, yeah...?!

(What would she do if we didn't agree?!)

Star Sapphire

As you say, little sisters are cute... They're the cutest beings in the whole of Gensokyo!

Yorihime

I can't believe you've just reconciled with a fairy! *sniffle* I'm sorry. I was acting childish...

Yorihime

Not only about the fairy, but also about the dress... I get it now!

Toyohime

That's fine, Yorihime. I knew you would understand.

Kaguya

Ah, what a wonderful little sister! I want one too...

Star Sapphire

I'm your big sister now. I can spoil you as much as you want, Princess!

Eirin

Oh my. This... isn't a competition anymore.

Byakuren

Well, some things simply can't be settled with combat. That is what we learned from this match. Namusan.

Byakuren

And thus, yet another match... ends in a tie! Both teams are eliminated!

Reisen

Master! Are you participating too?

Eirin

Initially, I was only supposed to be a judge, but then Yukari joined in and I felt like shooting some bullets too.

Eirin

Will you accompany me, Big Sister?

Reisen

M-Master, you called me "Big Sister"... Well, this is new! But it's definitely heartwarming!

Reisen

I'm sorry... It's all because I was just aimlessly hopping here and there...

Eirin

It's all right. We had fun, didn't we? Say, what were you up to before we came across each other, Udonge?

Reisen

Oh, right! I was looking for Tewi!

Eirin

It must be tough to have such an energetic little sister.

Reisen

There you are, Tewi! You're skipping out on work again!

Tewi

Urgh, it's Reisen! Have you been looking for me? Can't you do anything on your own, without your big sister?

Reisen

Are you saying you're the big one? I should be the older sister, if anything!

Tewi

How come? I've been in Gensokyo longer than you!

Tewi

Tsk. I lost. Get your act together, Big Sis!

Reisen

S-Sorry... But it feels so strange having you call me that―

Reisen

Hey, Tewi! You can't set a pitfall trap in a place like this!

Yukari

You should enter the contest too. At Myouren Temple, you're an older sisterly presence, aren't you?

Byakuren

Am I? It's just that everyone relies on me. I consider myself lucky to have such kind friends.

Yukari

My word, you really should let your hair down sometimes. Why not take this chance to try acting like a little sister?

Byakuren

Th-That would be a tad embarrassing...

Byakuren

I feel a little awkward... But I admit it's nice to know that there is someone I can rely on.

Yukari

Heehee. Do you feel better now? You really need to take it easy from time to time!

Toyohime

Heehee. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine I would talk to a fairy about little sisters.

Star Sapphire

Same. I always thought that moon emissaries were super scary, but you're surprisingly understanding!

Star Sapphire

...And yet, I still feel some distance between us.

Hatate

Hold on. It's OK to praise your sisters, but you DO remember that you're in the middle of a match, right?

Kaguya

Of course we do... But talking is fun.

Hatate

Coping with a whimsical princess wasn't part of the deal...

Toyohime

Miss PLAYER, I'm sorry. We got a bit too engaged in our chat...

Toyohime

I know this is hardly an apology, but please take this picture of Yori as a token of goodwill.

Th-Thank you...

Yorihime

Sister, don't give my photos away! Miss PLAYER, please don't take it! It's too embarrassing...

Kaguya

PLAYER, you seem calm. I hope you are aware that we're only one round away from the leader match.

Kaguya

If you don't win, your leader might become my little sister.

I believe in my team!

???

Paw-some, PLAYER!

Rin

You did well while Lady Satori and Lady Koishi were away! The Pro-Sibling Fur-ce will win before the leader meow-tch!

Utsuho

Wait uuup, Oriiiin! Ah, I've finally caught up to you...

Rin

You're too slow. Lady Satori and Lady Koishi's meow-tch would've already started if we hadn't hurried.

Utsuho

I know, I know... But my body feels so heavy. Kinda as if I was carrying something on my back...

Have you caught a cold?

Rin

What? Okuu?! Im-paw-ssible...! Idiots don't catch colds!

Utsuho

That's mean! Of course idiots catch colds too! Right, Doctor?!

Eirin

Well, yes. And it's easy to get sick when seasons change. Are there any other symptoms? Do you have a fever? ...Huh?

Eirin

Your body felt heavy because this little one was riding on your back.

Koishi

*yawn* Are we there already?

Rin & Utsuho

Lady Koishi?! When did you...?!

Koishi

I suddenly felt so sleepy when I wore this outfit... Then I found Okuu and Orin.

Koishi

Look at this. Satori made it for me. It's super cute, right? Let's take a nap together!

Hatate

A nap? Does that mean you're forfeiting the match? Or are you implying you can compete with us even when asleep?

Nitori

What?! There's no way―

Satori

Yes, there is.

Satori

"Why is she dressed so suitably for the next theme?" That is what you all thought, right?

Satori

Hehehe. It's written all over your faces. I don't even have to read your minds.

Hatate

Hey, that's cheating! You can't just go ahead and prepare an outfit suited for the competition beforehand!

Satori

Why not? It was decided from the very start that we would take part in the contest.

Satori

If anyone is at fault, it is the organizers for not taking measures to avoid this kind of thing.

Satori

They didn't foresee this. So if you have any complaints, direct them to the tengu and kappa.

Hatate

Grr... Ayaaaa?

Aya

OK then, let me introduce the Anti-Sibling Force's team!

She completely brushed it off...

Koishi

I want to play with my sister and you, PLAYER! So watch closely, 'cause I'm going to give it my best!

Aya

On the Anti-Sibling Force―the bibliophile of Suzunaan, Kosuzu Motoori, and the sunlight fairy, Sunny Milk!

???

And the moonlight fairy, Luna Child!

Kosuzu

Hehe. Miss Mokou called on me, so here I am!

Sunny Milk

I heard you were doing something fun. And becoming siblings with a human does sound like an interesting idea.

Satori

I see... They've been paired together because of their similar hair color.

Aya

Well, yes... But... why are YOU here too?

Luna Child

Because the more the merrier!

Satori

"You invited Star and Sunny, but not me... That's no fun!"

Satori

...That's what she's thinking.

Luna Child

Agh! Don't read my mind as you please, thank you very much! And bring on the next theme already!

Yukari

All right. As Satori seems to know already, there's no point in keeping you in the dark any longer.

Yukari

The theme of the sixth match is... A Nap With Big Sister!

Aya

The match is won the moment one of the contestants and their older sister fall asleep side by side within the time limit.

Aya

So... game on!

What are they doing?

Satori

Don't worry, PLAYER. No matter what they come up with, they're no match for us.

Koishi

*yawn* Satori... They say I need to nap. I'm so sleepy already... But I wanted to play with you some more...

Satori

We can do both. But we'll play after taking a nap, OK?

Koishi

Oh, that's nice. You're so smart... G'nite then...

Hatate

As if we'd let you! Anti-Sibling Force! Counterattack!

Kosuzu

All righty! My cute fairy sisters! Go get her!

Koishi

Ack! What?! Ahahaha! That tickles!

Aya

Look at this, folks! The fairies have started tickling Koishi!

Aya

This strategy is sure to keep the opponent from sleeping... but it goes both ways!

Aya

What is their plan?!

Kosuzu

We're just not gonna let our opponents fall asleep! We'll aim for a draw to pass the baton on to the next team!

Mokou

Kosuzu...! Y-Your courage won't be forgotten. Leave it to us!

Nitori

I see! That's smart! The Anti-Sibling Force wouldn't have stood a chance against the Komeiji sisters!

Nitori

The Pro-Sibling Force is fully equipped too! That's why the Anti-Sibling Force team only seeks to tie with them!

Koishi

You're going all out, huh?! I'll repay you in full! Coochie coochie coo!

Sunny Milk

Ahahahaha! I'm not done yet... Coochie coochie coo!

Luna Child

D-Don't touch me! I'm ticklish!

Koishi & Sunny Milk

Don't run! Hey, get back here!

Satori

K-Koishi?! Don't just join in on our opponents' plan!

Aya

Oho! Koishi's having fun with her opponents! It's a sleeping contest, but no one seems to be keen for some shut-eye!

Kosuzu

Miss Koishi was ours the moment she fell for the fairies' shenanigans! And now Miss Satori's also too worried to sleep!

She'll never doze off at this rate...!

Satori

I see... Their plan was to get Koishi's attention and turn her interest toward something else...

Kosuzu

That's right! This match's theme is "A Nap With Big Sister," so you both need to sleep!

Rin & Utsuho

You got the paw-er, Lady Satori! Show 'em who's boss, Lady Koishi!

Satori

There's no way I can fall asleep with this noise. But first, I need to draw Koishi's attention...

Rin

Lady Koishiiiii! Take a nap in your new paw-jamas and I'm paw-sitive that Lady Satori will play with you lots!

Koishi

Oh, really?

Aya

Koishi is getting egged on by the audience!

Hatate

Hey! You're not even a second! You can't intervene! That's against the rules!

Rin

I said nothing. It was PLAYER.

Hatate

That's a lie! And a terrible one at that!

Rin

This is just sup-paw-t! And I can sup-paw-t however I want―

Koishi

I want to play with my big sis... Satori!

Rin

Meawow! W-Watch out!

Aya

Oh! She fell into the lake! What in the world happened? I didn't see anything!

Are you OK?

Rin

*hiss* What happened?! I thought I was going to die! ...Brr! So cold!

Utsuho

Seriously, Orin. What are you doing?

Koishi

Ahahaha! Orin is soaked! But it's still hot, so playing in the water might be nice too!

Rin

D-Don't do it, Lady Koishi! It's too cold! Fur real, it's better to give up on that idea!

Koishi

Oh, is that so? So why did YOU play in the water, then?

Rin

That was... a claw-ful accident! I didn't want to get in there in the fur-st place!

Koishi

Didn't you...?

(That look... She doesn't believe her, does she?)

Satori

Hey, Koishi. Aren't you tired after playing with the Anti-Sibling Force?

Koishi

Come to think of it, I am. How did you know, Satori?

Satori

Hehehe. You can't hide anything from me.

Koishi

Wow! You're amazing!

Satori

If you really think so, calm down, OK?

Satori

Now, Koishi. Let's take a break. Here, put your head on my lap. I'll sing you a lullaby.

Koishi

Woohoo! Yay! I'm gonna sleep on Satori's lap! I'm ready for that lullaby!

Kosuzu

C-Curses...! What in the world are my sweet sisters doing?!

Luna Child

Not bad, Sunny! Take this! Coochie coochie coo!

Sunny Milk

Hahahaha! Stop!

Sunny Milk

You tickled me one more time than I tickled you! That's not fair! My turn!

Luna Child

Nooo, please! I can't take this anymore... Ahahahaha!

Kosuzu

Their priorities changed!

Aya

They're supposed to be little sisters, but they're acting like kids! They're more occupied with having fun than their task!

Nitori

I know the type. Just as they're about to finish their job, they get distracted and leave the rest of the work to me.

Satori

(Hehe, I read that much in their minds. Now that Koishi is tired from playing, I'll lull her to sleep!)

Satori

(Our victory is at hand!)

Koishi

I just can't sleep...

Aya

Uh oh! Close but no cigar! Just as Koishi was on the brink of slumber, she suddenly woke up!

Hatate

Phew! That was too close for comfort! But thanks to that, we still have a chance!

Satori

What did you say?! ...Come on, let's take a nap together! Your big sis is right beside you.

Koishi

Hmmmm...

Is it such a hard decision to make...?

Koishi

All right. A nap it is.

Satori

Good girl!

Luna Child & Sunny Milk

We won't let you... Coochie coochie coo!

Koishi

Ahaha! That tickles!

Rin

Grr! At this rate, Lady Satori and Lady Koishi won't be able to nap and they'll lose!

Rin

I can't let it happen! Okuu, we gotta intervene!

Utsuho

Gotcha! On three...

Rin & Utsuho

You got the paw-er, Lady Satori! Show 'em who's boss, Lady Koishi!

Satori

You're not making it any easier for us... It's too loud. There's no way we can sleep now.

(Satori got mad...!)

Satori

I'm not mad, PLAYER. It takes more than that to get under my skin.

Satori

I only snapped a little since they ruined it just as Koishi was lying here on my lap about to drift off.

Kosuzu

That's the very definition of being mad, you know?

Satori

Oh, no. If I was mad, I wouldn't let it go that easily. Luckily for you, this time we can settle it with a battle of bullets.

Koishi

Yay! A battle of bullets with Satori! PLAYER, join us! It'll be fun!

Luna Child

*moan* I can't take this anymore...

Sunny Milk

Me too... I'm done for... *groan*

Kosuzu

Hey?! What are you falling into the lake for?!

Nitori

They're all tapped out. Happens to kappa too. One all-nighter and next thing you know, they're floating down the river.

Kosuzu

That sounds terrible! Miss Luna, Miss Sunny! Wake up!

Koishi

I'm sorry, Satori... I caused you a lot of trouble.

Satori

Koishi! It's all right! Just you apologizing makes me so proud!

Satori

(But... is she really sorry? Usually, something's afoot when she acts like this...)

Koishi

I'm doing my best to make you happy. But you always have that troubled look on your face...

Koishi

And every time I see you like that, I think that I did something bad again...

Satori

(What am I even suspicious of? I'm a failure as an older sister...)

Satori

Koishi... I am so happy that you've grown to think like that... So please, don't be sad and―

Koishi

Satori!

Aya

That's so touching... What we're all witnessing now is a display of true sisterly love from the Pro-Sibling Force!

Koishi

Hm? What's that?

Satori

...Koishi! What was that moving scene about!? Hey! Wait!

Nitori

Oh? Is this match about to end in a draw too? The younger sisters of the Anti-Sibling Force are at a standstill.

Nitori

Meanwhile, in the Pro-Sibling Force... Satori cannot find her sister! Neither team can keep fighting!

Luna Child

I wasn't able to show my worth in the contest at all...

Star Sapphire

Hmm... But aren't we pretty much siblings? The three of us are as thick as thieves!

Sunny Milk

Then we have to decide who is the oldest one. And I'm pretty sure that would be―

Three Fairies of Light

Me!

Star Sapphire

We lost while we were arguing.

Luna Child

And I couldn't prove myself yet again! Next time, I'll show everyone what I'm made of!

Sunny Milk

I have to agree with Luna! We'll show you something incredible next time! Just you wait!

Reisen

Oh... Lady Toyohime and Lady Yorihime lost because I couldn't support them enough...

Reisen

No need to worry. It was a bad match-up for them. Otherwise, they'd have won.

Reisen

Right! So you and I have to avenge them! Let's do this!

Reisen

See? It's because you never listen to what people say... At this rate, you won't win even the fights you should.

Reisen

I'm sorry, Sis... I'll make sure to listen closely and watch my surroundings carefully from now on...

Kosuzu

Akyuu, let's have a battle of bullets too! Now that we can shoot them, we should join the fun!

Akyuu

Hm... I guess it doesn't hurt to humor my little sister's whims sometimes.

Kosuzu

Hehe. Y'know... battling together with you like this must be how it feels like to have an older sister.

Akyuu

I know what you mean. But actually... I think I prefer to simply be best friends with you.

I wonder where Satori and Koishi have gone.

Hatate

Oh, PLAYER. Do you really have time to be worried about those losers?

Hatate

The next match will decide it all! Losing's not an option anymore!

Koishi

...I'm sorry, PLAYER. It's kinda weird to have lost due to a draw...

That's all right. Let's leave it to our leader!

Huh? Where's Satori?

Koishi

Oh, she's... Huh? Where is she?

Rin

Meowow! Lady Koishi! We'll lose sight of you if you keep wandering around like that! Okuu, after her!

Utsuho

Wait up, Orin! Bye bye, PLAYER! Next time, play with me too!

Mokou

Whoa, they sure are like a storm...

Mokou

But I initially wanted to see Kosuzu get worried about the fairies, so I'm happy I achieved that at least.

What do you mean?

Mokou

I said it at the get-go. Blood bonds aren't what defines sisters. You could as well be sisters with a girl next door.

???

And that's exactly why we can be siblings too!

Keine

As a sister to the leader of the Anti-Sibling Force, I challenge you to a fight... Prepare yourselves!

Shizuha

Hmph. Aren't you the ones who should be readying yourselves? Sorry for the wait, PLAYER!

Shizuha

Our centerpiece―the leader of the Pro-Sibling Force, Minoriko―has arrived!

Minoriko

Shizuha, I don't need such a flashy introduction! It's embarrassing!

Minoriko

But you can all be sure that I understand how you feel! So I can't lose... but...

Minoriko

Sis, what should we do?! It would've been hard for us even against Miss Mokou alone!

Shizuha

Oh, you thought so too? Well... it's a sister contest, so I knew she would bring someone, just not Miss Keine.

Shizuha & Minoriko

(Do we even stand a chance?)

Aya

Can you feel the tension?! The Pro-Sibling Force and the Anti-Sibling Force are eyeing each other in silence!

Nitori

Hey! What's wrong? It won't be a fight at this rate! This is the final match, so make it count!

Hatate

Aya, kappa, you both know nothing.

Aya & Nitori

What?!

Hatate

Look at you! You're so convinced of victory that you're openly mocking us! How dare you wear such clothes?!

Minoriko

Wh-What's wrong with them?! Shizuha made them for me...

Shizuha

It must be because I put my wishes into them. My wish for you to stand out among others, and for us to win!

Aya

Oh, I see. You're so sure of victory that you already see yourself holding the trophy, huh?

Nitori

I get it now. Sorry for doubting you. And now it's time for you to face off in a battle of bullets!

Shizuha & Minoriko

(The bar keeps getting set higher and higher!)

Aya

I sense that both teams are good to go. Let us reveal some more details about the prize!

Aya

As you already know, the prize is Gensokyo's autumn... Tada! Here's the autumn we picked up at the Youkai Mountain!

Mushrooms and veggies! They look really tasty!

Nitori

Hehehe... I know, right? We prepared it all before coming here. I bet you're all dying to take a bite, huh?

Minoriko

What? That's it...?

Nitori

My, someone sure is greedy. OK, we'll sweeten the deal with some shoots from the Bamboo Forest of the Lost!

Eirin

Fall is a transitional period between two seasons, which makes it easy to catch a cold. Let me add some medicine too.

Aya

Oh! You're adding to the prize even though you've already volunteered as a judge? How generous of you!

Shizuha

That's not what we meant! Gensokyo's autumn equals me and my sister! We are the main prize, aren't we?!

Aya

Er... Why do you think so? Well, you might be right about you both being Gensokyo's autumn.

Aya

But we wouldn't do something so inhumane as to give gods away as a prize!

Mokou

So, um... If you've cleared up the misunderstanding can we start the match already?

Yukari

Right. Let's announce the last theme. It will make for a perfect finale.

Yukari

The theme of the seventh and final match is... Sisterly Bonds!

Minoriko

...Which means?

Kanako

A battle of bullets, of course. We want you to show us perfect cooperation between sisters during a fight.

Shizuha

WHAT?! Why?! Isn't that totally different from the previous matches?!

Mokou

Phew... I was a bit nervous about the last theme. I'm glad it's so simple. Or should I say, the same as usual.

Mokou

So, autumn gods... are you ready to rumble?!

Keine

YOU IDIOT!

Mokou

Ouch! What was that for, Keine?! I'm not your opponent! THEY are!

Keine

Listen, Mokou. The autumn gods are a blessing to Gensokyo! But they are also very fearsome beings!

They are?!

Keine

It's thanks to them being pillars of the Yaoyorozu no Kami that humans from the village can produce crops.

Mokou

Urk... And so Keine's lecture begins...

Keine

The amount of crops can change at their whim. One angry finger point from them is all it takes to wither a harvest―

Keine

―and make the trees shake off their leaves, thereby bringing everything to naught... or so I read in a book.

Mokou

Really? I didn't know they were so scary... They definitely don't look like fearsome autumn gods to me.

Keine

Right? Never judge a book by its cover. That's the role the two of them have been playing in Gensokyo for eons.

Keine

And all along they've been committing themselves to protecting the season called "autumn."

Mokou

But come on. It's just one season they look after. They can't be THAT terrifying!

Keine

That's what you think, right? But try imagining autumn without pumpkins, cozy sweaters, or fall festivals...

Keine

It's not an overstatement to call it an all-powerful season!

Mokou

Whoa! I didn't know autumn was so awesome! But it is true that autumn bamboo shoots are the best!

Keine

Precisely. Do you understand the greatness of the autumn gods now, Mokou?

Mokou

Yeah, I do! Forgive me my rudeness, autumn gods!

Minoriko

She painted us all high-and-mighty, but we're not scary at all! And about shaking the leaves off―that's my sister's job―

Shizuha

Oh, Minoriko, what in the world are you spouting? There's no way I would kick trees to shake their leaves off.

Shizuha

Let's get down to business, shall we? We'll show you the true power of Gensokyo's autumn!

Minoriko

*huff* I can't breathe! Take your hand off of my mouth!

Shizuha

Then you stop nitpicking about my job... Look, this is our chance!

Shizuha

We should take advantage of them getting the wrong idea about us. I call this... the Almighty Autumn Tactics!

Minoriko

Well, I guess they're not totally wrong... We ARE the rulers of autumn after all!

Mokou

As to be expected from the godly pillars with a connection to autumn! One wrong move and we're done for!

Now that may be too much of a stretch...

Aya

What's this?! Despite not being known for their fighting skills, the Autumn Sisters are giving their opponents a hard time!

Aya

Meanwhile, the Anti-Sibling Force team seems too intimidated by the Almighty Autumn Tactics to use their full potential!

Minoriko

Don't say that out loud! It makes me feel like we're cheating!

Shizuha

Actually, why do you want to be a little sister so badly? There's nothing good about having siblings!

Minoriko

Huh...? Shizuha?!

Shizuha

Minoriko never listens to what I say, squabbles over trivial things, and always eats the sweets I save for later!

Shizuha

We're both autumn gods, but she's more popular because she's the harvest god. What's wrong with autumn leaves?!

S-Simmer down, Shizuha...

Minoriko

Look... this isn't the right time for such talk...

Shizuha

So when IS the right time?! I don't ever talk about how jealous I am of you!

Shizuha

Do you know why? Because I'm older! I'm as happy to see you at the center of attention as if it was happening to me!

Shizuha

You're incredibly cute to boot, and I'm very proud of you!

Minoriko

Shizuha... I didn't know you felt like that!

Mokou

But I can't lose either! I wouldn't be able to look everyone in the eye again if I did!

Mokou

I'd be too embarrassed! Especially since they've supported me in becoming a little sister!

Keine

...Huh? Wait, Mokou. Are you saying that you're MY little sister?

Mokou

Well, of course. That's what you're hung up on?

Keine

Why wouldn't I be? I've been convinced that I was YOUR little sister.

Mokou

What?! Why?! You're more grown-up and a teacher to boot. You are OBVIOUSLY the older sister!

Keine

But that's exactly why I wanted to be the little sister. I always teach the village kids, the youkai, and the fairies.

Keine

I can be like this only when I'm with you. Plus... age-wise, you're older than me.

Mokou

Age has nothing to do with this!

Minoriko

Hey... They're arguing. This is our chance!

Shizuha

Right! Focus! If we unleash our full power at once... then we might win!

Shizuha & Minoriko

Everyone! Lend us your strength!

Flandre

We've come this far! Can't lose now!

The Prismriver Sisters

Let's put all of our remaining power into this song!

Joon

I won't forgive you if you lose! The Pro-Sibling Force is gonna get the prize!

Yatsuhashi

Woohoo! We'll support you with our performance!

Yorihime

I know you two can do this. You're the leaders of the Pro-Sibling Force, after all.

Koishi

Go, go, go! Believe in your own power and don't hold back!

Everyone's feelings are uniting...!

Mokou

...Whoa, Keine. They've cooked up quite an attack for us while we were arguing about who's the little sister.

Keine

They did indeed. If we make it through this... I'll make it clear to you that a little sister is someone who―

Mokou

Another lecture, now...? But honestly, I believe no one can beat the two of us.

Keine

When you put it that way... I feel like being your older sister might not be so bad.

Mokou & Keine

Here we go!

Aya

This is just AMAZING! Can you all feel the sheer power in the arena?!

Aya

The Pro-Sibling Force's little sister bullets are clashing with the dignified power of the Anti-Sibling Force leader!

Nitori

There's no telling who's got the upper hand!

Hatate

Nonsense! The Anti-Sibling Force is going to win!

No way... the Pro-Sibling Force will take the victory!

Sisters

SHOOOOOOT!

Aya

*cough* *cough* What a fierce battle... What's happened to both teams?!

Hatate

Look! Mokou and Keine are still standing! That means... we won!

Nitori

You should take a closer look.

Mokou

You're not half bad, I give you that... I think we should yield our victory this time. Right, Keine?

Keine

No objections here. They showed us true sisterly love... Little sisters really are so cute...

Minoriko

Er...? What happened? Our bullets clashed and...

Shizuha

Minoriko, look! Miss Mokou and Miss Keine are withdrawing!

Minoriko

You're right! Does that mean we...?!

Yukari

That's right. This doesn't even require a vote.

Aya

The contest is over! And the winner is... the PRO-SIBLING FORCE!

Minoriko

W-We won? REALLY?!

Shizuha

Minoriko!

Shizuha & Minoriko

YAY! We did it!

Yuyuko

What a terrific victory! The grand prize, Gensokyo's autumn, goes to the Pro-Sibling Force! Congratulations!

Yuyuko

I invite the leader to give us a speech on behalf of her team.

Minoriko

Wh-What?! M-Me?!

Well, you are the leader of the Pro-Sibling Force.

Minoriko

Er... Um... We couldn't have won if it wasn't for your cooperation.

Minoriko

Today, I was told that being sisters has nothing to do with blood relations. And it really opened my eyes.

Minoriko

I don't always get along with my sister. We do get jealous of each other and fight. Because we are siblings.

Minoriko

But Shizuha... I hope you'll always be there for me!

Minoriko

I love you!

Shizuha

Minoriko! I love you too!

Kaguya

Oh, that was just adorable. If you want to be a little sister that badly, feel free to call me "Big Sis" anytime―

Mokou

Over my dead body.

Kaguya

Oh, come on, don't give me that! Just say it.

Mokou

Never.

Keine

That's right. Mokou is MY little sister. I'm not giving her to anyone.

Mokou

I'm glad that you agreed to be the older one. But how about you refrain from lecturing me from now on?

Keine

But of course, you're the apple of my eye, after all. And just for you, I'll reduce my lectures by half.

Mokou

(That still leaves the other half...)

Yukari

Heehee, since we've all gathered here, shall we have an autumn barbecue?

Nitori

Neeheehee! In that case, I'll make an exception and let you borrow my special kappa BBQ set!

Nitori

Be sure to purchase it if you like it. I'll give you a special discount.

Byakuren

But is this OK? I was only acting as a judge...

Kanako

Come on, don't be so stiff! It'll be fun to eat together!

Yukari

Exactly. So, leader of the Pro-Sibling Force, can we join you?

Eirin

Why even bother asking when you've already started eating?

Yuyuko

No fair, Yukari. I was looking forward to having a taste of autumn too!

Minoriko

O-Of course! We'd love for you all to taste the flavors of our season!

Minoriko

It's just autumn as usual for us, anyway, so eat up! And don't forget to say a prayer!

Shizuha

Hey, Minoriko. Are you trying to gain more followers again?

Minoriko

No, it's just... look at all those autumn crops! Fall leaves used instead of plates and stuff. Let's enjoy the beautiful season!

Shizuha

...I'll pretend I didn't notice you spinning it that way.

Kanako

How bold of you, Harvest Goddess, to preach right before my eyes.

Shion

WHOA! Joon! Joon! They said we could eat! LOOK AT THIS! IT LOOKS SO DELISH!

Joon

Yeah... After running from a certain someone and lending my power to the leader, I sure am starving to death.

Shion

Hm? Why are you complaining? It appeared to me you shared your power rather willingly.

Shion

And I chased you only because you were so shy. ...But be sure to say it later, OK? You know, the "I love you, Sis" thing.

Joon

I'll pass.

Shion

Fine. Be that way.

Miss Yukari, why did you organize this contest?

Yukari

No particular reason. I simply thought that little sisters are cute and usually have someone who is proud of them.

Yukari

But some big sisters are too shy to compliment their younger siblings or say that they love them.

Yukari

So the idea was to let the sisterly love surface. And perhaps... I might've done it for you too.

F-For me?!

Yukari

As you heard multiple times today, you're like a little sister to everyone in Gensokyo.

Yukari

It has been quite a while since you appeared in this land, so I was worried that you might be feeling lonely.

Yukari

I want you to remember that we will do as much as we can to help you return to your world and regain your memory.

Yukari

Because you are our cute little sister!

Mokou

Even I... could be an older sister if it's for you...

Thank you, my big sisters!

Minoriko

Thank you for your hard work today, everyone. Please enjoy the tastes of autumn!

Shizuha

Food isn't all there is to autumn, though! There's the scenery, the autumn colors, and then even more autumn colors!

Minoriko

Stop that, Shizuha! Don't try and turn this into another PR stunt!

Shizuha

Why shouldn't I? If the prize is Gensokyo's autumn, it's my duty as a god of the season to advertise it!

Shizuha

(Minoriko isn't going to outshine me again here! I'll show everyone how wonderful the fall colors are!)

Minoriko

(...I'm sure she's up to something! Well, tough luck, Sis, because it's just not going to happen!)

Aya

Anyhoo, it seems like you all had fun. As the organizers, we're as pleased as can be.

Hatate

Well, I certainly can't say the same!

Hatate

I was just playing along in the hopes of getting a nice, juicy scoop, but nope!

Hatate

*sigh* And I had big plans of getting an exclusive interview with the winners too... This stinks!

Aya

At least you now seem to understand how hard it is to get a scoop... We're making progress!

Hatate

Ugh... Don't act as though you're my boss!

But why a little sister contest all of a sudden?

Shizuha

I was wondering about that as well. We only participated because we were invited...

Mokou

Keine and I decided to take part when we read about it in the Bunbunmaru Newspaper at Suzunaan.

Mokou

One look at the title and I knew this was just the contest for me... until the tengu and kappa got in the way.

Nitori

Of course we did. This event was supposed to be exclusively for the little sisters of Gensokyo.

Aya

Ayayayaya? I thought it was exclusively for ALL sisters in Gensokyo...

...Wait, weren't you the ones who planned it?

Aya

No. We heard about it from Miss Kanako and just went along because it seemed like fun.

Kanako

Oh, is that so? That's exactly how it was for me, too.

Kanako

I heard about it from the monks of Myouren Temple. I mean, not directly, but there were rumors.

Byakuren

Oh, really? I heard about it from the physician of Eientei.

Byakuren

It reached my ears when I visited her to ask for advice about a pilgrimage tour I'm planning to start in the Human Village.

Eirin

True, I did tell you that... but I myself only heard it from Udonge when she came back from her deliveries.

Eirin

She told me that the mistress of Hakugyokurou seemed to be having fun preparing for it.

Yuyuko

I was just talking about it with Youmu after Yukari told me that she'd love to organize such an event.

So... you're the mastermind, Miss Yukari?

Yukari

Heehee, correct.

Yukari

I spread the rumor hoping that someone would actually organize the contest. And I was right on the money.

Aya

What...? Are you saying that you used us?

Yukari

What's there to complain about? You got your scoop, didn't you?

Aya

Grr... It's frustrating, but I can't deny that you're right...

Remilia

So why did you do it? You mentioned it was for PLAYER so that she doesn't feel lonely...

Remilia

...But is that all? I feel like there has to be something more. It's YOU we're talking about, after all.

Yukari

You're overthinking it. I just wanted to show some love to the little sisters of Gensokyo.

Yukari

Well... I might have wanted to show off my cute little sisters too.

Chen

*chomp* *chomp* Wut, Lady Yukari? These mushrooms are so good! *munch* *munch*

Ran

Chen. It's rude to talk with your mouth full.

Ran

(I feel like I'm forgetting something...)

Yukari

PLAYER is always doing her best, so I thought it would be a nice change of pace for her.

Miss Yukari... Thank you!

Remilia

Huh... Well, no sense in prying any further. I'm also satisfied since I could show off just how perfect Flan is.

Flandre

Remilia! There's some incredible meat over there! Let's go grab a bite!

Remilia

On my way.

Yukari

*sigh* Why's everyone so suspicious of me? Anyway, PLAYER, you should go have some fun too.

Yukari

It's all thanks to you that we could enjoy this event in peace.

Yukari

And I guarantee that the taste of Gensokyo's autumn is second to none.

Nitori

C'mon, eat up! And don't forget to peruse my products, too! This one is my personal recommendation!

Nitori

A kappa-certified BBQ set! Grill everything you want, from meat to veggies, and take it anywhere you like―

Nitori

―to the river, the mountains, the Human Village... even to a cherry blossom viewing party!

Nitori

Now you too can have an impeccable and unforgettably delicious grilling experience at a bargain price!

It's so light and sturdy... Even I can carry it!

Yuyuko

Should we purchase one?

Youmu

We don't need it! Whatever reason would we have to buy one?

Yuyuko

Oh, come on! Why not? With this, we could have a barbecue whenever we want.

Youmu

Then you'd never stop eating!

Yuyuko

But of course! When meat is grilling, you have to eat it.

Youmu

Eating too much is bad for your health!

Yuyuko

Please, Youmu... Don't be such a spoilsport.

Eirin

By the way, were the cards the contestants used to build houses also made by kappa?

Nitori

Indeed they were! They carry the kappa mark of quality and are certified for safe use!

Nitori

We also have mass-produced cameras available for purchase that let you snap rapid-fire pics...

Nitori

But the asset we're most pleased with is... Koishi's outfit!PLAYER_BUTTON|The one Satori made?

Nitori

One and the same. You could use it as pajamas.

Nitori

If we collaborate with Miss Doremy and start making pillows, we could sell them as a set with those PJs... Neeheehee!

Nitori

They'd sell like hotcakes! Just the thought of it makes me smile!

Satori

Do that... and I'll reveal every secret you keep, both yours and your company's. Think you can handle that?

Nitori

Eep!

Nitori

Well, well, my dear youkai... I mean, Miss Satori! You've come just in time! Let's make a deal.

Satori

I refuse.

Nitori

But I haven't said anything yet!

Satori

You don't have to. I know. And I refuse. I made those pajamas for Koishi.

Satori

No one else is allowed to wear them.

(That's how much she loves her sister!)

Satori

You may be right. I feel like I lose my cool when it's about Koishi.

Nitori

Negotiations falling through is no fun at all... Hey, I know! Let's settle this with a battle!

Satori

I already refused, didn't I? Why let your judgment be influenced by whether something is fun or not?

Nitori

Oh well.... Maybe I should just go ahead and register the trademark since you don't seem to care?

Satori

Wh-What?!

Satori

...Oh, all right. Have it your way. I'll give you permission if you can beat PLAYER.

M-Me?!

Satori

I apologize for dragging you into this... But this is one battle I cannot afford to lose.

Rin

You must be knackered after chasing Lady Koishi... This is your furr-st trip outside in a while too...

Satori

Orin, you can save your breath. As punishment, I sentence you to a thousand belly rubs.

Rin

I-I said nothing, Lady Satori. But I'm ready fur the belly rubs!

Satori

Well, that's how things stand, PLAYER. Can you put this kappa in her place on my behalf?

Nitori

My, how high and mighty of you. Just so you know, I'm no slouch when it comes to a scrap.

Nitori

No hard feelings, but this is business. I can't afford to pull any punches!

Nitori

Ah... In the end, I held back because I'd feel bad if I went all out on PLAYER.

Rin

What a convenient excuse. You look claw-fully beaten to me.

Nitori

Oh well. If I have to give up on pajamas, maybe I'll shift gears to designing, producing, and selling pillows.

So you're still sticking with that idea?

Nitori

Of course I am! My pillow will make even the feistiest child nod off in the middle of a party!

Satori

Oh, dear... I wouldn't mind having one of those...

Utsuho

Heeey! Lady Satori, Orin! Did you find Lady Koishi?

Rin

Oh right! We were looking fur Lady Koishi!

Utsuho

Good grief... And you call me the forgetful birdbrain.

You've been looking for Koishi?

Satori

Yes. She wandered off somewhere... Can you tell me if you spot her?

Sure!

Huh? Isn't that her over there...?

Yukari

If you're looking for Koishi... She's enjoying the barbecue. You're such a good girl, Koishi. Eat up!

Koishi

Yay! It's so good! I want my sister to have some, too!

Satori, Rin, & Utsuho

Koishi...! Lady Koishi!

Koishi

Oh, Satori. Come have some of this with me. I don't know what this meat is, but I love it.

Satori

(She found Koishi so easily... PLAYER is not to be underestimated.)

Koishi

What's the matter, Satori? Dig in! It's good, I'm telling you!

Satori

...Koishi, stop waving that hot meat in front of my face right this instant. Do you want to burn me?

Koishi

You too, PLAYER. It's amazing! You gotta try some.

Satori

We get it, Koishi... Stop making a scene. I can eat by myself, OK?

Koishi

I'll feed it to you. Say, "Ahhh."

Satori

Are you even listening, Koishi. *sigh* All right, I give up... Ahhh.

Rin & Utsuho

Mwehehe. *whistle*

Nitori & Yukari

*stare*

Yukari

Oh my, what a charming sight. There's plenty more, so help yourself!

Nitori

Wow, do you two always feed each other like this?

Satori

No...! Koishi just does it of her own accord...

Koishi

Aw, I guess I was bugging you again. I only do the "Ahh" thing because you always look happy when I do it...

Satori

No, you weren't bugging me, Koishi. But... can you promise me to only do that at home when it's just the two of us?

Koishi

At home is OK? It's not gonna bother you?

Satori

Not at all. And I AM happy when you do the "Ahhh" thing.

Koishi

All right, got it!

Satori

...If you really get it, then stop jabbing that meat in my face! Seriously, everyone's looking... Koishi?!

Koishi

PLAYER, you want some too? No, silly, you have to eat MORE!

Aya

I gotta say, I snapped some amazing pictures today once again. I'll need a whole exclusive issue to fit them all.

Could I take a look?

Aya

Sure! After all, you were a big part of making this happen.

Aya

Hey, what do you think of these headlines―

Aya

"The Youkai Sage's Shikigami Loves Ruffles!" and "The Eldest Prismriver Sister is Camera-Shy?!"

Ran & Lunasa

That's a blatant lie!

Aya

Ayayayaya... Your shouts were in perfect unison. Do we have a new pair of siblings here?

Ran

I won't have you making fun of us. And I don't want your weird rumors to cause problems for Lunasa.

Lunasa

Right. If people get the wrong idea about me... things could get troublesome for Ran too.

Ran

I-It's not that I mind... I just want to make sure you're OK.

Lunasa

I-I don't mind, either! As long as you're fine, that is...

Could it be...?!

Aya

You noticed, too, Miss PLAYER? Seeing the birth of new sisters gives me tingles―

Chen, Merlin & Lyrica

NO!

Chen

Lady Ran, don't say that! I'll do better... Both as a shikigami and a bakeneko!

Ran

Come on, you're taking this too seriously! It was just a joke!

Merlin

It's just... you're teaming up with a member of another group!

Lyrica

Yeah. If you're going, then at least take me with you!

Merlin

Hold on! What's with you guys jumping ship to form a new unit?!

Lyrica

Teehee. Looks like the jig's up.

Merlin

Hmph, I REALLY can't take my eyes off you, can I?

Lunasa

Calm down... It was only a joke. There's no new group. So, we'd better go rehearse for our next concert.

Merlin & Lyrica

OK!

Aya

What a bummer. And here I thought I had the juiciest of juicy scoops on my hands.

Hatate

Ayaaaaaaa? Aren't you forgetting something?

Aya

Am I? And what might that be?

Hatate

Don't play dumb! You were supposed to give me the photos of the event that you took!

Aya

Oooh, right. How could I be so forgetful?

Hatate

Save the act for someone else. I know you did it on purpose! You want the scoop for yourself!

Byakuren

Hehe. They say spats are a sign of true friendship. You two are so much like sisters. It's adorable.

Joon

Huh? How does that seem sisterly to you? My sis and I argue all the time and we really don't get along.

Byakuren

Oh? I wasn't referring to the two of you.

Joon

Then don't look at us when you say that! Shion, say something!

Shion

This is delicious! I love it! Joon, you should try some too.

Joon

*sigh* Were you even listening?

Shion

Huh?

Hatate

I'll have you know, Aya and I aren't on good terms! Don't associate me with this fake news factory!

Hatate

What annoys me most is that she actually cares. And that every so often she just happens to write something decent.

You seem to know Aya pretty well.

Byakuren

That's right. You wouldn't say that if you didn't.

Hatate

It's because... I have to know my rival!

Byakuren

Oh, so you're trying to hide it now? You've got quite the temperamental personality there.

Hatate

I'm telling you that it's nothing like that!

Aya

I'm sorry, Miss Byakuren, but could you please stop teasing my underling there?

Hatate

And I told you to stop acting like you're my boss!

Seiran

I get you. It's so annoying when someone acts superior to you just because their dango sell a wee bit better.

Ringo

Huh?! Seiran, did you just admit that my sales are better than yours? How sweet of you.

Seiran

No! That's not what I meant! You're getting the wrong idea!

Ringo

Oh, come on. No need to be shy about it.

Seiran

As if I could ever look up to a fool who once left her dango at home and had to run back to get them!

Ringo

Y-You saw that?! Well, I happen to know that you once mistook salt for sugar and made something really disgusting!

Ringo

And to top if off, you still tried to sell them... How can you call yourself a dango vendor?!

Seiran

H-How did you know?! I never told a single soul about that!

Ringo

I heard from the people of the village that your dango were even worse than usual that day.

Seiran

Hey! Don't make it sound like my dango are always bad!

Aya

Mind telling me about that in more detail?

Aya

I smell a scoop here! I'm all ears!

Hatate

Stop that! PLAYER! We can't let her do as she pleases!

Hatate

Teach her a lesson!

Aya

Ayayayaya... I was so intent on my story that Miss PLAYER defeated me before I knew what was happening.

Hatate

Hehehe... Nice! "Aya Shameimaru Beaten on the Job!" People will eat it up!

Aya

Ayayayaya?! Don't you dare!

Sanae

Miss PLAYER, you must be tired. Here's some freshly grilled mushrooms.

Thank you, Sanae!

Sanae

But you know... I get it! I also have someone who's kind of like a big sister that’s always bossy.

Sanae

To tell you the truth... it's Reimu!

???

Oh...? And just what do you mean by "always bossy"?

Sanae

Well, let's see... She weasels out of cleaning all the time, and she doesn't act like a shrine maiden at all...

Sanae

And yet she still acts like some hotshot incident-resolver, even though she only does that when it's convenient for her!

Sanae

I figured you at least would understand, Miss PLAYER, since you spend so much time with Reimu...

???

I had no idea that's how you felt. Hmmm. All right. I get it.

Sanae

M-Miss Reimu!

Were you in the contest too?

Reimu

Nah... I just caught the news about the commotion and came here 'cause I was worried about you.

Sanae

See? You always talk like that. You just wanted to be in on the fun, didn't you?

Reimu

Don't lump me in with you.

Reimu

Though it's better if I drop the subject right there. *sigh* And when have I ever been bossy to you?

Sanae

Eek! No hard feelings! I meant no offense!

Kanako

Hey, don't go bullying our Sanae. I swear, I look away for a second and this is what I find.

Reimu

What? I was just providing her with some much-needed advice. In someone else's stead, I might add.

Sanae

(You're doing it again!)

???

Well in that case, as your older sister, allow me to educate YOU!

Kasen

Reimu, those aren't words of advice. I'll beat what it means to advise and guide someone into you!

Reimu

Oh, come on... Who said I wanted to become an instructor? I'll pass―Huh? Wait, what did you say?

Kasen

That you're not giving any advice. And that I will teach you what it means to―

Reimu

No, before that!

Kasen

Uhm... That I'm going to educate you as your older sister―

Reimu

But that's the thing! You're more like a mother than an older sister!

Kasen

What?! You could at least call me your master!

Reimu

Ouch! Hey, what do you think you're doing?!

Kasen

...Oh no! My emotions got the best of me! Perhaps I lack training as well.

Kasen

Very well, Reimu. It's time for some drills. I'll be joining you today so you don't feel alone!

Reimu

What?! How has it come to this?! And I'll have you know that I never once felt alone!

Sanae & Kanako

(They've completely forgotten about us...)

Yukari

Heehee... Easy there, Mountain Hermit. I feel bad for Reimu when you're being so strict.

Yukari

Reimu is strong precisely because she's independent.

Reimu

Yukari...! So you can say something useful every now and then!

Yukari

It's only because I know you so very well, Reimu... After all, I AM your big sister.

Reimu

...No. You're more like my mother.

Yukari

How cold of you, Reimu... I didn't raise you like that. You've hurt your big sister... *sniff*

Reimu

That's what I mean... You're more like―

(But she does speak like her mother...)

Reimu, maybe just humor her and call her your sister...?

Chen

Meow! Lady Yukari is crying!

Ran

You! Apologize to Lady Yukari and address her as your big sister!

Reimu

Huh? I just said that both Yukari and Kasen are much more like mothers than big sisters.

Yukari

Such stubbornness... I guess you need to learn the hard way.

Kasen

Yes. Our training will teach you how to properly address your older sisters!

Reimu

And what kind of training is that?! I can't even... I'm not going to do it!

Yukari

Heehee. No need to be so shy. Now, take a deep breath and say it. "Big Sister."

Reimu

What's wrong with you?! Why're you so obsessed with this?! Help me out, PLAYER!

Reimu

Argh... I'm totally off my game...! I can't focus when you two keep whining!

Reimu

Plus, I was holding back. PLAYER, take them on again!

Yukari

Reimu, you're being childish. I'm sorry you had to deal with this, PLAYER.

Kasen

Exactly. You must never neglect your training, no matter how distracting your surroundings may be.

Reimu

(You're one to talk! You were doing the distracting!)

Kasen

It seems we have no choice but to resort to THAT.

Yukari

Oh, yes... THAT.

Reimu

And what exactly is THAT?

(I've got a bad feeling about this...)

Kasen

Why, more training, of course. Only this time the theme is... Call Me Big Sister a Thousandfold!

Reimu

Th-Thousandfold?! That better not be the amount of times I have to repeat the training!

Reimu

I'd rather have a younger sister than an older one!

Yukari

PLAYER, did you find the contest entertaining?

Oh, yes! I'm happy to have so many older sisters!

Yukari

Heehee. You're such a good kid. I only wish Reimu were as kind as you...

Yukari

I can't believe she wanted to have a little sister...

Ran

AAAAAAAAAAHHH!

Yukari

*sigh* Ran... What happened? Why are you screaming?

Ran

Lady Yukari! It's terrible! I forgot to give you this letter from Lady Okina!

Yukari

Oh? It's been a long time since she wrote to me. I did contact her about the event, but...

Yukari

She's nowhere to be seen. What could have happened? Perhaps she overslept...? Heehee.

Yuyuko

She's not you, Yukari... Something might really be wrong.

Ran

Well then. Allow me to read the letter for you.

Ran

"Dear Yukari, after receiving word of the Little Sister Contest, I made my way over, intent on participating."

Ran

"However, the date you gave me appears to be mistaken, as at the time of my arrival, the event had yet to begin."

Ran

"I thought that I might have read it wrong... But instead, the date written in your letter was off!"

Ran

"I tried once again, but this time, the event was already over. I so dearly wanted to find little sisters for Mai and Satono!"

Ran

"How are you going to make up for this, Yukari?!" ...And that's the end of it. What should we do?

Yukari

Hmm... Can't we just ignore it?

Yukari

It was Okina who got it wrong, after all. She's surprisingly absentminded. Heehee.

Ran

(I'm pretty sure you gave her the wrong date on purpose... but I'll keep that to myself.)

Ran

(I'm so sorry, Lady Okina. I'll send you an apology gift to make up for it.)

Miss Okina was here?

Ran

It seems like it. But we missed each other... She wanted to find little sisters for her two servants.

Yukari

But why now all of a sudden?

Yuyuko

Because she thinks little sisters are cute? Even I felt a bit jealous as I watched from my judge's seat.

Yuyuko

Hey, Youmu. Would you like to be my little sister?

Youmu

M-Me?! Your sister...?!

Byakuren

Actually, I was a little envious too. *stare*

Shion

J-Joon is my sister, OK?! I won't give her away, no matter how much folks respect you!

Joon

Sh-Shion?! Since when was I so important to you?!

Shion

Since forever! I'm so proud of you. I mean, if I didn't have you... who else would keep me fed?!

Shion

Thanks to you, I can eat anytime I want. And the more I flatter you, the fuller my stomach.

Shion

Hooray for Joon! You're the best!

Joon

And so the truth comes out! I have to say, it's really bold of you to just lay it out there like that!

Kasen

Reimu! Wait up!

Kasen?! What happened?

Kasen

PLAYER! Did you see Reimu? I'm sure she just passed through here...

N-No, I haven't seen her...

Kasen

Oh, OK. Thanks. *sigh* We've only repeated the drills eight hundred and ninety times...

(That's pretty impressive if you ask me...!)

(Did she run away because she couldn't do anymore?)

Kasen

PLAYER, please let me know if you see Reimu, OK?

Reimu

...Is she gone? Can I come out now?

Kasen

There you are! Come here at once! We have training to finish!

Reimu

Ack! But I don't want to! PLAYER, run!

W-Wait up, Big Sis...!

Reimu

Hehe, make sure you keep up!

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