Kutaka's Crisis
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Whaaaaaaaat?! I didn't know telework was a thing in the zashiki-warashi world!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I don't like the sound of that...!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        I was surprised when I first heard about it too, but don't you think you're overreacting?
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I don't know what "telework" means!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        I didn't see that coming...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Maybe I'm out of touch...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        I wouldn't say that. Telework is quite a new concept here in Gensokyo.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Do you know a lot about it?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Not really... I just know it lets people work from home.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        That's what I heard, anyway. It's not like they've introduced it at Geidontei.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I-I didn't know you could work from home!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Come to think of it, I haven't seen any zashiki-warashi around lately.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Yeah, everyone seems to be loving telework. Apparently, it makes life a whole lot easier.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        I guess the times really are a-changin'. Maybe it'll catch on all over Gensokyo.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That'd be so cool! Everyone's going to love it!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm worried, Miss Miyoi... I don't know whether this telework lifestyle will really make us happy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Weren't you super excited about it? What made you change your mind?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So, a few days after we last spoke...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Word about telework got around, and everyone in Hell decided to try it out.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yes, I now work from home.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Wow, nice! Isn't that what you wanted?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Well... I was happy thinking I'd be able to relax more, but...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm always cooped up at home now! I eat nothing but junk, and I've stopped exercising entirely!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What's the point of telework if it's going to have a negative effect on people's health?! I've been losing sleep over this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Hm, but you seem like you're capable of taking care of yourself―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's not the point! I'm worried about the others! I can only imagine what state they'll end up in if this continues...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Oh, OK... That makes more sense.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Do you know how the zashiki-warashi are getting on now that they've been teleworking for a while?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Sorry, I've got no clue. It's not like I've been to see them.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        But I'm a bit worried now...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I-I'm sorry, I didn't mean to put strange ideas in your head!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Not at all! In fact, thank you for telling me.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Maybe I should go check in on them... but I can't just leave the pub unattended.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I wish there was something I could do...
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't worry! I'll find a way to fix everything!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You take care of the pub, I'll handle the rest!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Really?! Thank you so much! Let me know if you need my help!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Actually, there is something you could do...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But I need to make some other arrangements before that. I'll come by again soon and fill you in!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        See ya! And thanks for the meal!
    
 
         
    Starting Up a Start-Up
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Cock-a-doodle-doooooo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's morning! Time to rise and shine!
    
 
         
        
            
              Morning, Kutaka. I'm wide awake, thanks to you.
             
            
              Morning, Kutaka. How are you so lively this early?
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Hehe, my crowing did the trick, I see!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm sorry for dropping in all of a sudden, but I need some advice.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        ―So that's why I'm here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I kind of have a plan, but I don't know how exactly to go about it...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's only a matter of time before people start having health problems. You'll help, right, Miss PLAYER?
    
 
         
        
            
              You're so thoughtful. I should try and be more like you!
             
            
              Of course, I'll help! So, what's the plan?
             
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I want to help all the people cooped up inside better manage their health.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Giving advice is easy... but making sure they actually start exercising and eating right is another story.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I doubt I'll be able to do that alone. I don't have the skills, and there are too many people that need help...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Do you have any ideas? Is there a gadget or something I could use?
    
 
         
        
            
              If only... Wait, maybe there is something.
             
         
        
        
            
              It's more of a "someone" than a "something"...
             
            
              Who's the most famous inventor in Gensokyo?
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I don't enjoy being treated like your personal problem solver!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        BUT! Since you've spoken so highly of my inventions, I'll let it slide!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So, um... can you help us?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Never underestimate a kappa. These kinds of requests are an inventor's dream come true!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        This is quite an interesting issue. I'd like to take it on.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wow, thank you so much! Now there are three of us!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Hehe, telework is a big change for Gensokyo. I can't miss my chance to make a bucket-load of cash.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Huh, did you say something?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Just that we can't miss our chance to save Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        O-Oh... Yeah, it's always better to move quick and nip the problem in the bud!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Come on, let's see if I've got any inventions you can use.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Hmmm... so we need something that'll help all the teleworkers exercise and eat healthily.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        AHA! I found just the thing! Let me bring it out... Heave-ho!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's stationary, AND it doesn't occupy much space! I call it the Runmill Infinity - Version 6!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I-It has quite a... unique design.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I made it for the head of the Keiga Family.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Do you see the belt on top? It loops all the way around the bottom, so you can run in place!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        W-Wow, that's amazing! This will easily solve the exercise problem!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Um... The thing is, it has a lot of flaws.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's extremely heavy, for one. But that's 'cause I built it to withstand Saki's leg strength.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It can also be dangerous if the user isn't careful, especially if they can't fly.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        The belt operates using the energy generated by the user. The more you run, the faster the belt moves.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It gets faster and faster, and eventually, you won't be able to keep up.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You'll trip over the belt and get thrown off. The only way to avoid it would be to fly off before that happens.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Then how is this "just the thing"?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Don't you like it? I was trying to build a perpetual motion machine!
    
 
         
        
            
              What about Miss Saki? Did she like it?
             
            
              Surely this is risky even for her unmatched leg strength.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        She laughed and called it child's play. But the next thing I knew, she'd been sent flying over the horizon.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        How long will it take for you to make this safe to use? I don't want to wait too long to get started...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I'd have to rethink the whole design. It'd take at least a few days... Hm, I guess the Runmill Infinity is no good.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Anyway, let's move on to the eating problem! Every household needs a Kappatissier 39!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        All you have to do is put the ingredients in here, and it'll automatically churn out a delicious dessert!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Whoa, that's incredible! As long as the ingredients are nutritious, it shouldn't be a problem!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Oh, right... Sorry, I forgot you wanted something healthy.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Um, this machine only works with cucumbers. It makes cucumber cake, cucumber ice cream, cucumber parfait...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's hardly a balanced diet... I don't think we can use this one either.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It was a big hit among the kappa, though...
    
 
         
        
            
              It won't be easy to modify your old inventions.
             
            
              Why don't we come up with a more detailed plan first?
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yeah, that sounds like a better idea.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Sorry I couldn't help you... *sigh*
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        But I might know someone who can.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Really?! Let's go see them!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I don't know if I want to, though...
    
 
         
    The First Business Meeting
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Wow, that's a great business idea! I'll be more than happy to be a part of it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But... we aren't doing this for money―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We all know how money-minded she is. But at the end of the day, we'll be helping the people of Gensokyo.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's true. I suppose it's fine as long as we're doing what we set out to do...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Whoa, who are you calling money-minded?! How are you any different?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Really, Miss Nitori? Are you also in this to make a profit?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        N-No way! I just want to help the people of Gensokyo.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Look me in the eye and say that again.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        A-Anyway, let's just focus on the plan! This kind of thing is right up your alley, if I'm not mistaken.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        All right, fine. I'll tell you what I've got in mind.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You've already come up with an idea?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Well, it's kind of a rehash of a plan I already had.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It'll be like a home delivery service with a twist! I think this is a good opportunity to try it out!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Really? A home delivery service? Couldn't you have come up with something more original?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I said "with a twist"!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It's usually the restaurant's job to take orders, prepare the food, and deliver it. We'll only do the first and last step!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You mean we'll only take orders and deliver the food?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        That way, people can even order from places that don't deliver. It'll make literally all sorts of food accessible.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        W-Wow, that'll be super convenient!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And we can deliver them some health-related advice while we're at it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It's the perfect business plan that'll not only benefit restaurants but also help build healthy habits.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Hm, I'd love to find flaws, but I don't see any. I guess you really are the best at coming up with plans...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yep, I'm a genius!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Now you know what you've got to do, right?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah, I'll arrange for the machinery and equipment we need!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm so glad I have you two by my side!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We first need to set up a system that'll allow us to take orders from all over Gensokyo. Our plan won't work without it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Once we have that in place, we just gotta coordinate with the restaurants.
    
 
         
        
            
              People are gonna love it!
             
            
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I know, right?! Let's work together to make this a success!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Nooo waaaaay! That's never gonna work!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You stay out of this! It's MY job to decide that!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You're gonna waste our time and money! You won't last in the business world if you can't stick to a schedule and a budget!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You don't get it at all! What's the point in doing that if it's going to lower our standards?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It's MY plan, so I get to decide!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We're working as a team, so it's not just your decision! Stop acting like you're our leader!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Grrrr! This is exactly why all your plans fail!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Come again?! Don't you know failure is the mother of success?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        Let's settle this with a battle!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        *sigh* We've got a rocky road ahead...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Have you guys calmed down now? You can disagree all you want, but please don't fight!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Sorry, I lost my composure for a bit there. I know we don't have time to argue...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I'm sorry, too. I wasn't listening at all...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Takane... we really need the system I'm building.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        But I know I'll mess it up if I have to do it alone...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        *sigh* Fine. I'll help as much as I can.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm here, too! Just let me know what you need! Let's not forget we're a team!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Gosh... now let's get serious.
    
 
         
    Advertising 101
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        OK, it's finally ready!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wow, I can't believe you got it done in only one day!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        The framework itself wasn't all that complicated, but it's all thanks to the help we had from our friends.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        And did you do what we asked you to?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yes, I got both things done! First, I went to Mister Rinnosuke, and somehow, he managed to finish the outfits in time!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Well done! Small things like these make a big difference!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        This outfit is pretty different from what I'm used to wearing... Um, does it look OK?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        They perfectly match the equipment I made! The owner of Kourindou sure has some amazing skills! But I'm better!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        There you go singing your own praises again... But I'm really amazed at how well this fits.
    
 
         
        
            
              I love that they compliment everyone's abilities!
             
            
              You're gonna look awesome delivering food in them!
             
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Hehe, you've made my day!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        F-Focus, everyone! We still have to show you what we've been working on!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Are you talking about that huge balloon thing out there? Is that what I think it is?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yep, that's my latest killer invention!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You mean OUR latest invention. And stop calling it a killer.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It's designed after a hot-air balloon, but this one's affixed to the ground using ropes.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We've installed more balloons like this one all over Gensokyo. People can use them to place their orders.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You mean they'll have to fly to us with them?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Hahaha! Not at all! It's impossible to fly them. They're just comfortable spaces to house messenger pigeons.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Oh, now I get it! So that's why the second thing you asked me to do was to gather messenger pigeons!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Exactly! Customers can use them to place orders.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        The process is quite simple.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        They just have to put down their name, address, and what they want on an order form, and give it to a pigeon.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We've got some exceptional pigeons lined up. They'll get the order forms to us, no problem.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And it's all thanks to you, Kutaka.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I just did what you guys told me to! You're the amazing ones!
    
 
         
        
            
              I think you've all done a great job!
             
            
              I wish I could've helped more...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You say that, but you've done an incredible job spreading the word about our service!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Look, we already have customers!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Those aren't customers! They're fairies poking around our hot-air balloon!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Oh, no! They're gonna deflate it and ruin everything!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Th-That doesn't sound good! We better stop them quick!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That was a close one... They were going to shut us down before we even got off the ground.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Fairies are curious by nature. It's no surprise they'd be intrigued by something unfamiliar like a hot-air balloon.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        And here I thought we had customers...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Maybe we didn't think this through. We need to find a way to keep those fairies from messing with our balloons.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Hm, is there something the fairies dislike? We could place it around the balloons to keep them away.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You mean like a scarecrow? But what could we use...?
    
 
         
        
            
              I know where we can get amulets to ward them off.
             
            
              Plus, everybody fears the shrine maiden there.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That's brilliant! We'll stick "Hakurei Shrine" on all of our balloons! That should scare them away!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        They'll think twice before messing with them for sure!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And I'm pretty sure Reimu won't have a problem with free advertising.
    
 
         
    Terms and Conditions Apply
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I refuse. It may not look like it, but I'm quite busy, you know?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Liar! I bet you just sit around sipping tea all day long!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        How rude. I call it pondering over important things.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You don't even have to do anything! Just let us use your name!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Naaah, I still don't wanna...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        Booooooo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        U-Um, we've been working really hard for this! Could you please reconsider?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Do you seriously think hard work can get you everything in life? The village doomsayer is more convincing than you.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Why can't you see that it's a good deal for you, too?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It'll be like free advertising for Hakurei Shrine! I'm sure you'll get more visitors!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You just need to lend us your name and your offering box will fill up with money!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        This is sounding shadier by the minute...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        All right, fine! We'll go ask Moriya Shrine or Myouren Temple! You're not our only option, you know?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We only came to you first 'cause Hakurei Shrine is like the face of Gensokyo.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We're serious, Reimu.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It looks like you want to see everyone rejoicing over Moriya Shrine's name printed all over our balloons.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Let's not be mean now...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Whose side are you on, Kutaka?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We're doing this to help people, remember. We can't go around being dishonest.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Otherwise, none of this is going to work.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I guess you have a point...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        ...What's this now?
    
 
         
        
            
              Reimu, we really want to help everyone in Gensokyo.
             
            
              I swear it's not for personal gain.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Finally, someone's talking sense. I don't know why you thought trying to swindle me was gonna help you.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        All right, I'll give you what you want. But I'm only doing this for Kutaka.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Now get ready to do this Gensokyo style. I hope you know what I mean.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        We're gonna have a battle of bullets, of course! I need to see how sincere you guys are!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        O-OK! We got this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        No more playing nice! Watch us prove ourselves worthy of the Hakurei name!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Bring it on! I'm not gonna hold back, either!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Is that all you've got? You guys sure know how to talk big...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        W-We're not done yet!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, stop acting like it's over!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You're kidding, right? You wanna keep going even after I crushed you?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        That's how you run a business! Not being taken seriously is all the more reason to push harder!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        But more than any of that, I don't want to let Kutaka down!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm not giving up, either!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I may not be good enough alone, but I'll never give up while my teammates are with me!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        Huuuuuuuuuh?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I just wanted to see how serious you guys are, and I've seen enough. There's no point in continuing this now.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'm letting you use my shrine's name, so you better not fail.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        And if you get in any trouble, leave me out of it!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        And one more thing...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You owe me a share of the profits in addition to the fee for using my name!
    
 
         
        
    The First Order
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        How does it look? Is it crooked?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        No, it's fine. The "Hakurei" stands out well.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK, great. I think that covers all the hot-air balloons. Now we only have to wait for the orders to start coming in!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        The Hakurei name should help with that.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But, it's a new concept, so I guess people are apprehensive to try it out. The name should put people at ease, though.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Oh, look, we have an order!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Good, the pigeon's carrying an order form. Let's see what's on here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        The order's from Sunny, Luna, and Star.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        "Address: Our house. Dish: Nemuno's food."
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's what it says.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        So our first order is from fairies, huh? It makes sense as they're curious little things.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Nemunoki isn't that far from here. Come on, we can get this done in no time.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Hellooooo! Miss Nemuno, are you there?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        Whaddya want? Stop creatin' a ruckus outside me restaurant.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        S-Sorry! Um, we just wanted to place an order...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        Here ta eat? Then ya better have a seat.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Actually... we aren't like your regular customers...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We take orders from people and deliver food to their desired location. It's a new service we've started.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We help people order from restaurants that don't deliver, including from places that they might not have heard about.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        Basically, yer deliverin' for me, yeah? I gotta say, it's quite convenient. People can enjoy their food wherever they want.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yep, that pretty much sums it up. We plan on cutting a deal with other outlets, too.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We're here to collect a dish for our customers. Are you OK with taking these kinds of orders going forward?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You gotta at least give it a try. It'll bring in new customers without any additional effort on your part.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Takane is such a go-getter!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        This is what she's good at.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        OK, I'll give it a go if it's gonna get me new customers!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Thank you! We look forward to working with you!
    
 
         
        
            
              Wow, she sold the idea within seconds...
             
            
              Wow, look at that smile! I'd buy anything from her!
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        So, whaddya want me ta make?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        The order is from the Three Fairies of Light. All they've asked for is "Nemuno's food."
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        OK, then I'll pick somethin' random from me menu.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        That should be fine. How much will that cost?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        This one's on the house. But I want ya to pass on a message for me in return.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        If ya like me cookin', come visit me restaurant sometime. I'll be waitin' ta welcome ya.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Helloooooo! We're here to deliver the food you ordered!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sunny Milk
    
    
        WHOA! That scared me!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Luna Child
    
    
        Wow, I didn't think that pigeon would actually deliver our order form!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Star Sapphire
    
    
        That was super fast! This is so convenient!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sunny Milk
    
    
        But... we don't have any money yet.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Star Sapphire
    
    
        I found this weird stone earlier. Will this do?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Luna Child
    
    
        I don't think so. Maybe we should just dine and dash...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Hey, that's not nice... But, this was your first order, so it's on the house.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You can thank Nemuno for it. She also said that if you like the food, you should eat at her restaurant next time.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Star Sapphire
    
    
        I thought she was a scary yamanba... but that was really nice.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Luna Child
    
    
        We gotta go thank her in person!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sunny Milk
    
    
        Yeah! But first―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Fairies of Light
    
    
        Let's eat!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Oh, I almost forgot. You have to battle us after you're done eating.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Fairies of Light
    
    
        What, why?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Have you been going outside to play lately? Lack of exercise isn't good for you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We're just trying to get everyone to be more health-conscious! Don't worry, you can enjoy your meal first.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Sunny Milk
    
    
        Aaaah... I'm so tired...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Star Sapphire
    
    
        But the food from Nemuno was yummy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Luna Child
    
    
        I guess some exercise to help digestion isn't that bad.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm glad you're satisfied with your order! We'll look forward to your next one!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Our first order was a success! Let's keep the ball rolling!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Just don't get too greedy, OK? That's usually why all your plans fail.
    
 
         
        
    Dango Delivery
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm curious to see what order we're going to get next!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        People probably still don't know about us. Once they do, the orders will start pouring in―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Aaand there's one!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We've got some really good pigeons.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        This one's from Miss Kasen Ibaraki!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        And she wants vegetarian cuisine prepared by a youkai. Wh-What's that supposed to mean?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But the only place I can think of for vegetarian cuisine is the youkai temple.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Ah, yes, Myouren Temple! Maybe if we ask them nicely, they'll prepare some food for Miss Kasen.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You really think so? It's not like they run a restaurant... and I was kinda joking.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        There's no harm in asking. We can always consider other options if they refuse!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        A-All right, I'm up for it...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        Be careful not to drop it on your way. And please give Miss Kasen my regards.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Got it! Thank you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I didn't think it'd be that easy...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK, now let's take this to Miss Kasen―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Wait a minute! How about we throw in a dessert?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        What's this all of a sudden?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I-It's cause this one's for Kasen...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I kind of had a tiff with her, and things have been awkward ever since. I thought maybe I could do something nice for her.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Oh, now the dessert makes more sense. She was mad about the kappa making a mist-catching machine, wasn't she?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Come to think of it, I also got in a row with her during our yamawaro survival game.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Just think about her reaction when she sees the two of us delivering her order together...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        She's probably gonna think we're up to no good.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        And that's why you're trying to get on her good side by bribing her with dessert, huh?
    
 
         
        
            
            
              I don't know how I'd feel about her accepting a bribe...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's not really a bribe. It's just a little way of saying sorry.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I guess you could look at it that way...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Great! Now that we all agree, let's go get a dessert and deliver it along with this dish!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        I don't remember ordering any dango...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        What's the meaning of this? And why are the two of you delivering my food?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wait! Take a closer look at the dango before doing anything rash!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Why, what's so special about it―
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Is this from where I think it's from?! I heard they only sell 30 of these at a time and on completely random days!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yeah! It's the number one seller there! Miss Nitori and Miss Takane got them especially for you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        They want you to forget whatever happened in the past and build a relationship of trust!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        I-I see... Hm, but I don't know if I can do that...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Well, it'd be too cruel to simply reject your efforts, so I guess I could give you a chance.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Well done, Kutaka! You really have a way with words!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Good thing I was able to get my hands on those dango!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Just one more thing... We've been going around providing a battle of bullets service to help people stay active―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        ―Actually, scratch that. You don't need it. You already have a well-managed lifestyle.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Maybe, but if it's a service, then I'd like to make use of it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        It'll be like a pre-meal workout.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Is that all you've got?! You need to work on your teamwork!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        H-Huh, how did she turn the tables on us?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Why is this happening?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We're no match for her...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Silence! No talking during training!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Um, when did this turn into a training session?
    
 
         
    In the Nick of Time
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Ow-ow-ow... I'm still hurting from that battle with Kasen.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But she loved our service! The free dango really worked wonders!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Good thing that's over, though. We can relax till the next order comes in―
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Stupid pigeon! You're doing this on purpose, aren't you?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You scared it away!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        At least it delivered the order form before flying away. But what's this? I can't read this text at all...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Maybe it's a prank.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Let me see that. Oh, this is written in kappa language. No wonder you couldn't read it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So is our next order from a kappa?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        No, it's from Kosuzu. But she wants it delivered to the Hieda Residence.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It couldn't have been a mistake... right?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I don't think so. Not when she's gone out of her way to use kappa language.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        She's made an order, so I think we should fulfill it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah, and she wants us to deliver something that will "boost Akyuu's energy levels."
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Ooooh, nice idea! That'll give her the boost she needs!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Come on, let's get going!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Helloooooooo? We have a food delivery for Miss Akyuu!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        OK, I'm done with this, now I just need to polish this bit up...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Oh, no... I forgot to write about that other thing. Now I have to rewrite this whole part...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Another mistake?! I don't have time to redo all of this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        AAAAAAAAAH, I spilled ink all over! This has been the worst week ever!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Are you OK, Miss Akyuu?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Hehe... *holds back tears*
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        *sob*... *sniff* I'm the head of the Hieda family, I can't break down over little things like this...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We have a delivery for you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Here's your piping hot lamprey!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        EEK! When did you get here?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We finally got your attention.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I can see you're having a tough time, but you need to calm down.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Did you... see me cry?
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We're sorry, we didn't mean to...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        No, it's OK. It's my fault for not noticing you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Did you say you're here to deliver lamprey? I don't remember ordering that.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We know. Kosuzu is the one who ordered it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Why would she do that?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I think I know why. She probably knew you were going through a rough patch and was worried about you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's why she ordered something that'd give you energy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So, here. Enjoy Miss Mystia's special grilled lamprey!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        I've been so busy with work lately that I don't even remember when I last took a break...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        It looks like I've made Kosuzu worry.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Thank you, everyone. I think I'll go see Kosuzu and thank her for the meal in person.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's a great idea! It was totally worth rushing to get this food delivered to you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        OK, I'll leave right away―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Um, my body's stiff from all that sitting. I think I better spend some time stretching or I'll have a problem walking.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Then let's have a light battle of bullets so you can get some exercise.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        A battle of bullets?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's just a little extra service we provide.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Lately, everyone's been teleworking, so we're trying to help them exercise and stay healthy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        I apologize for all the trouble, but I'd like to take you up on that offer.
    
 
         
        
            
              Let's remember to keep things light!
             
            
              Let's not be too rough. Akyuu is already tired.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        It'll be fine! Only Nitori would be that insensitive. It'll be fine! Only Takane would be that insensitive.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        What did you say?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Phew, I feel much better now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        I need to remind myself to exercise regularly.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't forget to eat right. Exercise and nutritious food are the foundations of a healthy life!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        That's true. By the way...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Are those two going to be OK?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        How dare you... Takane! Don't think I didn't see you aim at me during the confusion...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Look who's talking... You didn't shoot at anyone else but me from the start...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't mind them. This is nothing compared to when they really get fired up!
    
 
         
        
    Pigeons Aplenty
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Whoa, it's raining messenger pigeons!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It looks like word finally got around. Maybe we can add additional fees for different timeslots, and express delivery...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Stop being greedy! We started this whole thing to help people!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Ahahaha... I-I know, I was just joking!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        This isn't the time to mess around! We're swamped with orders!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I-I can't believe Nitori is the one talking sense!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I thought that was my job...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I think we're getting the hang of this now! C'mon, let's do our best to keep everyone healthy and happy!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Spoken like a true business woman...
    
 
         
        
    Laziness Looms
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        New day, new deliveries! Time to deliver food and brighten everyone's mood!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        How are you so chipper when we're being bombarded with all these orders...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Doesn't it make you happy to know there are so many people counting on us?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I feel like I've heard this same conversation every day since we started... C'mon, we need to get our next order delivered.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's for the Grassroots Youkai Network. They're basically our regular customers now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I'd say it's time to expand our business. I wanna work with many more restaurants...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I don't think we should rush it. We need to lay more groundwork first!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What are the two of you whispering about over there?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You guys are talking about business stuff again, aren't you?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I don't know what you mean! We were just talking about how important it is to stay healthy!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah, what she said! Now come on, we better get this delivered!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You two are never going to change, are you?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Hello, we're here to deliver your food!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        Oh... OK, thanks.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Wakasagihime
    
    
        The food's here already?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sekibanki
    
    
        What do we have today? Well, whatever's fine.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You're all acting strange. Is everything OK? We can skip the battle if you're not feeling too good.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        What do you wanna do?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Wakasagihime
    
    
        Don't ask me. I'll battle if you guys are up for it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sekibanki
    
    
        Why do I have to decide? I guess since you guys are already here, we might as well.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        At least show some enthusiasm...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        *sigh* I have a bad feeling about this...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Wakasagihime
    
    
        Yeah, there was nothing we could do.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sekibanki
    
    
        Ahaha... You guys have gotten stronger.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What's going on with you three?! Where's your motivation?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Calm down, Kutaka...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        Um... Sorry, but lately, I don't feel like doing anything.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Please don't apologize. We're the ones at fault here.
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I didn't realize the problem either until just now... Simply put, we took things too far.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We thought we were helping teleworkers stay healthy by delivering nutritious food and helping them stay active...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But we didn't realize our plan was a success only because it was convenient...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You see it, don't you? Our service has made things too easy for everyone.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What's wrong with that?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Too much convenience only spoils people! Everything should be done in moderation.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Just look at what we've done.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        The only thing our customers need to do is open their mouths and eat.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        This is messed up. Humans, and youkai too for that matter, are quite capable of providing for themselves.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        If they start depending on others to do that for them, they won't bother doing anything at all.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But that's why we have the battle of bullets service―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        That clearly didn't work with this lot...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        As we just saw, they didn't really care about the battle and didn't even take it seriously.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You can lead a horse to water...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        S-So what are we supposed to do?!
    
 
         
        
            
              Don't worry, it wasn't all for nothing!
             
            
              We can still work together and start over!
             
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, we won't let your goodwill go to waste!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Failure is the mother of success, Kutaka! I'd never invent anything if I lost heart over every failed attempt!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Takane... Miss Nitori...!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But first, we need to knock some sense into these three!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yeah! I won't give up so easily!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Grassroots Youkai Network
    
    
        Huh...?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Wakasagihime
    
    
        I'll stop being lazy...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sekibanki
    
    
        I'll do my best to live a healthier life...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I think that's good enough for these three.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But this is so frustrating...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I can't believe this is the result of all our efforts!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We should be glad we caught it early.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Now we can rethink our strategy!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We'll have plenty more customers in the future, so let's find a way to do better!
    
 
         
        
    Disaster Approaches
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Kutaka, are you still thinking about what happened earlier?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm sorry, I know I should stop worrying about it...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Well, I understand it's not easy, but you're only making yourself feel worse.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Let's just focus on what we need to do right now. Then, bit by bit, everything will eventually fall into place.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You're right. Moping around isn't going to solve anything!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        ???
    
    
        Oh, hello. I thought I heard familiar voices...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        What could possibly make a kappa, a yamawaro, the god of chickens, and PLAYER work together?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What are you doing here? Shouldn't you be in the Animal Realm?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        I'm just here to spy. Gotta work toward taking over Gensokyo someday.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Shouldn't you be a bit more covert about these things...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        How do you even plan on doing that? Gensokyo's got plenty of people protecting it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        I obviously know it's not gonna be easy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Or rather, it wouldn't be, IF things were still normal around here. I think it'll be pretty easy if we try now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Wh-What do you mean?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        I heard youkai have started working from home, which means there's no one to stop us from taking over.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Sure, Reimu, Yukari Yakumo, and Okina might put up a fight, but things are still massively in our favor.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Did you know there has been a decline in youkai sightings reported by humans?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        If this continues, the humans will stop fearing youkai. And I'm sure you don't need me to explain what that means.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Youkai grow weak if people stop believing in them, and in the worst case, they might even cease to exist.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        S-Stop trying to scare us!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        But it may very well happen, you know? At least with the way things have been lately.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        And the repercussions won't stop there.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        If they no longer fear youkai, they won't hesitate to encroach upon youkai territory.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Youkai have been protecting people and helping anyone that gets injured in those areas.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        But if they no longer exist, it's only a matter of time before humans start dying with no one to protect them.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        There's no way the big shots in Gensokyo will let that happen!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Maybe. But it's still an interesting thought.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        I'd like to see what kind of incident they'll set off to bring balance back to Gensokyo if that happens.
    
 
         
        
            
              If they go all out, Gensokyo's doomed...!
             
            
              *shudder* I don't even want to think about it!
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But that's what will end up happening if we don't fix this problem soon!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Yeah, well, at least that's my opinion.
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        No way I'm going to let that happen!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah! Don't underestimate the youkai of Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Hehe, I really hope you're not just acting tough. But I do think there's still time to stop the worst from happening.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It sounds like you're here to help us rather than "take over Gensokyo."
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        Well, you'll never know. But I'll tell you this one thing.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        We're always waiting for the right time to strike, and we won't hesitate to take action.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yachie
    
    
        You'd do well not to forget that...
    
 
         
    Living in the Library
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We've been delivering healthy food and helping our customers stay active.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But that's only made people complacent. We've unintentionally been promoting the stay-at-home life.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        And that's why we need to change the way we've been doing things.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        If we go by what Yachie told us, the situation is already pretty grim.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Even if she was exaggerating to provoke us, I don't see any harm in being cautious.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        So now we need to focus on getting people to be more active, or rather improve their lifestyle as a whole.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yeah, let's work together to protect our Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I agree! It's time to toughen up!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I'm in, too. This isn't the time to be worrying about making a profit.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Thank you! Now that we know what we need to do, let's deliver our next order!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        This one's from Patchouli. The address is the library in the Scarlet Devil Mansion. She wants some sweets.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        She's, like, the queen of staying indoors... Couldn't we have started with something easier?
    
 
         
        
            
              If we succeed with her, it'll be a huge boost!
             
            
              I-It's gonna be OK! She's a good match for us!
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK, let's stay positive!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I didn't think it'd be this easy to get inside the mansion...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        As a guard myself, I'd usually have a thing or two to say, but today I'm glad the gatekeeper is asleep...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Deliveries are normally done at the gate.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But the address we were given is the library, which means she doesn't even want to leave her room.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I doubt this has got anything to do with telework, though... Hasn't she always been like that?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        That's not a nice thing to say about your customer.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        EEK! I-I didn't know you were here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Where else would I be? This is my library.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        True, but... you are allowed to leave, you know?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        And just so you don't underestimate our mansion, I'll have you know the security here isn't all that lax.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Remi and Sakuya know you've entered the premises. They allowed it only because I informed them about the delivery.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Was that also why the gatekeeper let us through?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Can I have my sweets now?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        She was really asleep, wasn't she?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I'm glad you made this easy for us. Here are your sweets.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Thank you. The rumors were true. Your service is really convenient.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Delivering food is not all we do. Helping our customers get some exercise is also a part of our service.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Why don't you give it a try?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        No need. I'm fine without it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        No, no, we insist.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Thanks, but maybe some other time.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Come on, don't be shy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Forcing me isn't doing me any service!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's a limited-time offer. The customer isn't allowed to refuse during this offer period.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Then it's not an offer, is it?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        A little exercise won't do you any harm. It's not good to stay cooped up underground all the time.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        I don't care as long as it isn't affecting me right now!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It looks like words aren't going to convince her. I think we need to try something else.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Huh, what's that supposed to mean...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        *huff* *huff* I-I can't... I can't move anymore...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I didn't know Kutaka could be so extreme...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        She has put her heart and soul into this service. It's no wonder she feels responsible.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sakuya
    
    
        I was wondering what you were doing taking Lady Patchouli outside...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        M-Miss Sakuya?! Um... we had good reason for this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        Nice timing, Sakuya. Throw these scoundrels out right now!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sakuya
    
    
        I refuse. I'm here only to thank them.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Sakuya
    
    
        Lady Patchouli is our guest. It's our job to take care of her health. But you did that for us, and for that, I thank you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Y-You're welcome...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        S-Sakuya? What are you saying?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sakuya
    
    
        I didn't know how to go about it. But now I've made up my mind.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sakuya
    
    
        Sometimes a stern hand is needed. I now know that pampering someone isn't the same as taking care of them.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Sorry, we overstepped our boundaries. But I guess she's in good hands.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sakuya
    
    
        Yes, we'll handle the rest. And I'll be rooting for you all. I hope you succeed in what you've set out to do.
    
 
         
        
    The STRONGEST Customer
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I'm amazed we figured out where to deliver this next one...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Just look at this order. From: "Us," Address: "Our house," Order: "Lots of delicious food."
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I can think of only one person who'd write something like that. And I'm sure she doesn't think there's anything wrong with it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It won't be our fault if we get this one wrong. I won't even feel bad about it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Now, now... It's all a part of our job.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Helloooooo?! Anybody home?
    
 
         
        
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Um... W-We're here with your food!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You asked for something delicious, so we got Geidontei to prepare an assortment of yummy food!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Daiyousei
    
    
        Cirno, stop that. You're acting pretty rude.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What's wrong with her? Why is she being so strange?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Daiyousei
    
    
        She doesn't feel like doing anything... And apparently, that includes talking and moving.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Am I the only one who wants to smack her right now?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Wriggle
    
    
        It's so cool in here despite being so hot outside. If you fired up the grill at the restaurant today, you'd melt!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Mystia
    
    
        Yeah, only a fool would grill lamprey on a day like this.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Yeah *chomp* *chomp*
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Daiyousei
    
    
        Rumia, stop chewing on Cirno's wings...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Wriggle
    
    
        Yeah, we've got proper food. Eat that instead.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Mystia
    
    
        There's food?! How nice!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's right! The god of chickens is here to deliver your food!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What's wrong with everyone? ...Is this what happens when people use the cooler too much?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        They seem to be showing severe symptoms. They're usually so full of energy. I've never seen them like this.
    
 
         
        
            
              Maybe this is what Yachie was talking about...
             
            
              We're probably seeing the effects on weak fairies first.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's all because they stopped going out and scaring the humans with their pranks.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Daiyousei
    
    
        C'mon, let's eat. We don't want to waste all this food.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Food... fooooood...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Wriggle
    
    
        That's too much work... Can someone feed me?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't worry, we'll feed you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Wriggle
    
    
        Thanks, that'll be great.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What are you doing, Kutaka?! Are you seriously going to feed them?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I don't think she's talking about food.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Oh... Now I get it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We'll feed you some hot and tasty bullets!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We're doing this to get you back to your energetic selves! Don't worry, we'll give you the best service we can!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Cirno
    
    
        Huh, what was I doing all this time?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Look outside! It's such a beautiful day! It's perfect for playing outdoors!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Cirno
    
    
        C'mon, guys! We've got pranks to play! Gensokyo―I mean THE WORLD is waiting for us!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I hope they enjoy their meal together once they're back from playing. Maybe it'll taste better when they're hungry.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        What's that saying? Hunger is the best sauce or something.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But fairies running amok sounds like a whole new problem...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's still better than losing Gensokyo.
    
 
         
    Gaming Addict
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        Ugh... Not one again! I'll never reach the finish with the kind of numbers I'm rolling!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        It's my turn next... Oh, a six.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        What?! That's your third six in a row! You better not be cheating!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        How would I do that? Rolling dice is pure luck. Sometimes I get lucky.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        That's not true! You'll never roll a six if you don't believe you can!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        The trick to consistently win board games is to rely on luck as little as possible!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        I always aim to roll the number I want!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        Ahaha... Now that wouldn't be possible without cheating.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        Please excuse me for a minute. I'll be right back.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        Again? I can't play this on my own, so you better hurry back.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        Ahaha... Of course.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You seem awfully tired. Are you OK?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        I'm fine. I think I can manage for another half a day before I collapse.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Whoa, you're in worse shape than I thought.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        There weren't any customers for her to play with so I made the mistake of offering to play a game with her...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        And she's been here ever since. Even today, she's eaten up almost half a day of my time over this.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Wow, she's totally obsessed... Now I understand why she wrote "Food I can eat while gaming" on the order form.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But she isn't even eating it. She's just focused on the game.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Kagerou usually plays here, doesn't she? Has she always been like this?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        No, she's never had such an unhealthy obsession with games before.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        She had stopped playing for a while. But then, she just showed up a couple of days ago.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        A couple of days ago, you say...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Isn't that around the time we went to deliver food to the Grassroots Youkai Network?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Maybe she took our advice and decided to come here?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        She looked kind of weak when she got here, though. I told her she should go home and get some rest.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        But she completely ignored me and started playing all these board games.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rinnosuke
    
    
        Whenever she gets bored with a game, she just switches to another. She hasn't left the store once since she got here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You mean she's been living here?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yikes... But I'm amazed she managed to get here despite being so weak.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I don't get how she can be so engrossed in all those games in this state...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Anyway, we can't just ignore this. We need to snap her out of it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's enough for today, Miss Kagerou!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        Wh-What are you doing?! Give that back! It was just getting good!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Didn't we tell you not to go overboard with the games?! Kids who break their promises get their games taken away!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        When did we say that? And why are you acting like you're her mom?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I kinda get where she's coming from...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        If you want to play that bad, you're going to have to fight us first!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We win! Here, eat this for now! It's Geidontei's special onigiri!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        *munch* *munch* Mmm, yummy...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It looks like you haven't eaten for days. No wonder you're enjoying it so much!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        Yeah... I can literally feel my body being reenergized!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I get that games can be fun, but you can have fun outside, too, you know?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Why don't you try it if you're feeling better now?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        The sunshine will do you good, and maybe you'll enjoy your games better after some fresh air.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        I guess it's worth a shot...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        I kinda feel bad now. This is the second time you guys have had to help me out.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't worry about it! We've taken it upon ourselves to do this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        But if we catch you acting weird again, you're gonna have to face a much rougher battle!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kagerou
    
    
        I-I'll make sure that doesn't happen. And I'll pass on the message to Wakasagihime and Sekibanki, too!
    
 
         
    Order Overload
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        The negative effects of staying at home have been spreading pretty quick. I think it's time to go all out!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        At first, I was in this just for the money. I never dreamt it'd affect the fate of Gensokyo...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But I'd say it isn't all bad. Once everyone knows we saved the day...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        There you go again... But, well, I guess you're right. That'll definitely help our business.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        The orders are pouring in! We need to hurry up and get these delivered!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I think that takes care of all the orders.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        We even managed to get everyone to leave their homes. I'd say we're doing pretty good.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yeah! If we keep this up, Gensokyo will be back to normal in no time!
    
 
         
    Tewi the Terror
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We've been doing this for a while now. Don't you think things have improved quite a lot?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, our customers have started living life the way they used to.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        And all we had to do was give them a little push. They were never the stay-at-home kind of people anyway.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Maybe excluding one...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I think we can trust Sakuya to take care of her.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        At least we were able to save Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah! And now is the perfect time―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        ―To focus on business!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We're not doing this for the money! Haven't I been telling you that since the very beginning?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Let her be, Kutaka. That's just the kind of person she is―
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wh-What was that thud?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It sounded as though something fell to the ground... I think it came from over there. Let's go check it out.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        YAAAAY! A stupid human fell for my trap!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        It's not safe to aimlessly walk around when you're lost! You gotta watch your step! A cute bunny might've dug some―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        Th-The same thing I always do... I'm just teasing the humans.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You've gone too far this time. How can you dig a hole so deep for a human?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Good thing this one isn't hurt.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You better have a good reason for this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        A reason for what? Oh, you wanna know why I dug this pitfall so deep?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        Well, you know... it's been a while since I dug one, so I kinda got carried away!
    
 
         
        
            
              What's wrong with you, Tewi?
             
            
              This isn't right. This is not you...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        Is this how you react to something I've worked so hard on? And you haven't even apologized for getting in the way.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I see you're asking for another whack.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Clearly, you have no remorse! I'm not going to let you get away with this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Even I can't let this slide.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        Huh?! What are you guys getting so worked up about?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        *sniff* I'm sorry. I hadn't played a prank in a while, so I got a bit carried away...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, OK, as long as you're sorry. But you better take that human to Eientei and get them checked.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Tewi
    
    
        OK... I'm really sorry.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Was it really an innocent prank?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Seems like it. But that's a problem in and of itself.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Didn't you hear what Tewi said? People are finally emerging from their homes, but now they've lost all control.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Maybe there are others like her. Things will get dangerous if everyone around here starts acting the same way.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Whoa, whoa, whoa, the word dangerous doesn't even begin to describe what some of these youkai are capable of.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wh-What should we do?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I wish we could do something, but I don't think we have the means to help...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Then we need someone who does!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I'm talking about the youkai-exterminating shrine maiden, of course! She can bring balance to Gensokyo!
    
 
         
    Reimu to the Rescue
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        OK, everything's ready.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Reeeeeeeeeeimu!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm glad we found you here! Please listen to what we have to say!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        What do you want now? Are you here to ask me to let you use my first name, too?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        No, but we need your help!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'm busy right now. And even if I wasn't, there's no way I'm gonna run around making deliveries.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That's not why we're here! Just listen to us! Something really crazy has been happening to the youkai of Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Whoa, so I wasn't the only one who noticed, huh?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What are you talking about?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        About all the youkai who've been acting without any restraint lately, what else?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Um, yeah, that's what we need your help with.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Hm, I gotta admit I'm pleasantly surprised to see you guys are already working on solving it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Were you also going to do something about it?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Of course. Who do you think I am? I was gonna knock some sense into every single one of them.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Actually, this is perfect.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Now you guys can help me―wait, or am I helping you?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Well, whatever. Let's just work together.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I can take care of it on my own, but I don't wanna waste any more time. There are too many of them to get it done quick.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You don't need to apologize. It's not your fault this is happening.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Maybe you contributed to it, but your customers are still at fault for relying on you for everything.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You guys did nothing wrong by trying to help. I wouldn't have let you use my shrine's name if I didn't think so.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        If you're at fault, I am too. Anyway, I'm gonna take full responsibility and fix this.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You guys don't need to feel bad about anything! Keep doing what you've been doing for Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        What's with that smile? Y-You knew I'd forgive you, didn't you?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        C'mon we've got stuff to do!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        First, we'll go around giving people warnings! If they still don't listen, we'll use force.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'll take responsibility for it―or even better, I'll blame it on Yukari.
    
 
         
        
            
              You were doing so well...
             
            
              (Gotta apologize to Miss Yukari next time I see her!)
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'll start by handling the most troublesome youkai. You guys keep an ear out for any new information.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'm counting on you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Be careful out there!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Well, you heard what we have to do... Sorry, we've had to change our strategy so many times.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Not really, our main goal is still the same.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah, your aim was to help people from the very beginning.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Now that you mention it, maybe you're right.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        C'mon, get a grip, leader!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Huh, I didn't know I was the leader!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        How are you realizing this only now?! You initiated the whole thing, so yes, that makes you the leader!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But I was just venting my concerns. I don't think I've been of any help...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Are you for real right now? We wouldn't even be a team if it wasn't for you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah, without you, it'd just be me and Takane endlessly arguing over every little thing!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Are you sure you want me as your leader...?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, now let us hear some words of encouragement from our leader!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        O-OK! I'll accept that post!
    
 
         
        
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        ...We don't have a team name, do we?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I can't believe this!!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        No worries! We can just come up with one right now!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Isn't it a bit too late for that?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Um... uh... OK, how about―
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        Cringe! That's great!
    
 
         
    Kyouko's Crazy Internal Clock
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Supportmates? Really?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We need something catchier if we wanna stay in business even after we solve this telework problem!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What's wrong with Supportmates? It's simple, and it gets the point across!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's a very inspirational name!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Of course YOU like it. You always name your inventions something cringey!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What?! Which one are you talking about?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Stop it, you two! Aren't you sick of always fighting?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'm in charge here, and I say this conversation is OVER!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        F-Fine...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And she was acting like she didn't know how to be a leader...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah, she clearly knows how to get her way...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Got something to say?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        No, it's nothing!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK, now let's take care of the trouble that's brewing here at Myouren Temple!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        According to our Geidontei customers, people have been getting attacked around here lately.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's only hearsay, so I don't have the details, but a youkai is probably behind this.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Youkai attacks around Myouren Temple, huh? The culprit sure has guts messing around out here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Let's go talk to the head priest. I'm sure she isn't happy about what's been going on in her turf.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        I'm not... but I don't even know how to begin dealing with this situation.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        EEK! You scared me! Appearing out of nowhere is clearly not a good start!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you. I heard a noise, so I came to check what it was.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        From what I understand, you heard the rumors and came here to resolve the matter, right?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's right. Can you tell us everything you know?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        Sure. Let me start with the name of the culprit.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What?! You know who it is?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        Yes, but I've failed―I mean, I'm having a hard time dealing with her. It's Kyouko.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        How is that possible?! We helped her snap out of her stay-at-home lifestyle not that long ago!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But that's exactly why it makes sense. She's gone to the other extreme after being cooped up for too long.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        She used to come down here early in the morning and help with the cleaning...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        But lately, she's been showing up in the dead of night screaming "good morning" awfully loud.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        She quickly finishes cleaning, goes back to the mountain, and proceeds to scare all the humans she encounters.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I can't believe Kyouko would do that...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        At first, I couldn't either. You should try calling out to her. Face the mountain, and shout.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        O-OK. I'll give it a try.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Cock-a-doodle-dooooooooo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        What was wrong with a simple "Hello!"?!
    
 
         
        
          
    
        Kyouko
    
    
        COCK-A-DOODLE-DOOOOOOOOOOO!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        She responded! But there's nothing abnormal about that...
    
 
         
        
          
    
        Kyouko
    
    
        YOU'RE KUTAKA, AREN'T YOU?!
    
 
         
        
          
    
        Kyouko
    
    
        I LOVE THE WAY YOU CROW!
    
 
         
        
        
          
    
        Kyouko
    
    
        ARE YOU AT MYOUREN TEMPLE?!
    
 
         
        
          
    
        Kyouko
    
    
        DON'T YOU LIKE HOW WELL I'VE CLEANED THE PLACE?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        She's awfully chatty for a yamabiko...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        She does the same thing with all the humans that pass by...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I see how that can be scary...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        I know I shouldn't be allowing her to do this, but I don't know how to approach her about it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        She's usually really well-behaved, and she still helps out with the cleaning.
    
 
         
        
          
    
        Kyouko
    
    
        HELLOOOO? CAN YOU HEAR MEEEE?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        I don't want her to feel like I don't appreciate her hard work, nor do I want to take away her freedom...
    
 
         
        
          
    
        Kyouko
    
    
        HELLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        SHUT UP AND WAIT!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Th-This is a tough one because she doesn't mean any harm.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        There's no point wasting time talking about it! We'll stop her!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, that's why we're here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Byakuren
    
    
        Thank you... Please don't go too hard on her.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't worry, we'll handle it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        MISS KYOUKOOOO! We want to have a word with you, so can you please come to us for a bit?
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        She sure didn't give up easily...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That should've calmed her down.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I think she'll be open to listening now. We'll let the people of Myouren Temple take it from here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's best to leave the lecturing to the pros.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Byakuren seemed hesitant earlier, but I think she'll be firm with Kyouko now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yes, I'm sure they'll work things out!
    
 
         
    Tramway Troubles
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Isn't this the station for the aerial tramway?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Correct. We worked with Moriya Shrine to build this. It makes it easier for human worshipers to go up the Youkai Mountain.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        They were crazy strict at first, but they've toned down the rules and now many people use it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But isn't it dangerous for humans to walk about on the Youkai Mountain?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, I guess. But that's why you'll find tengu patrolling the area. They make sure no human goes where they shouldn't.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But, then, this place should be free of all problems. Why are we here again?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I got intel from a fellow kappa that the patrol tengu have gone out of control.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Hold it right there, human! You were about to go off the track, weren't you?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Save the excuses! You better not do that again, or you'll have to pay!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Is that clear to everyone?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Follow the rules if you want to use the aerial tramway! Form a single line and keep a distance of an arm's length!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        These rules are for your own safety! You need to take them seriously!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Violation of the rules will not be tolerated! It'll be considered an insult to our kindness!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        What's with this huge line...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Just look at the way the patrol tengu are screaming. The humans are completely terrified.
    
 
         
        
            
              The line isn't moving 'cause they're so focused on safety.
             
            
              It'll be days before everyone gets up the mountain...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Silence! You're disrupting the line! How many times do I need to repeat myself―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        ―Oh, hello. I didn't see you there.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Thank you for everything you've done for us.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        You opened our eyes! We wouldn't be out here on patrol if it wasn't for you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's good to see you working again, but what you're doing isn't right! You're being too strict!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Why would you say that? It's our duty to protect everyone and keep them safe.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        No one asked for your criticism anyway. You might've helped us, but that doesn't warrant you any favors. Rules are rules.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You can't do as you please! There are stores run by kappa and yamawaro here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You're scaring all our customers away with your nonsense! You'll have to pay for ruining our business!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Um... this isn't supposed to be about your business!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Let's just get this battle started...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Grrr! How dare you get in our way! You're supposed to help us!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I understand you're only doing your duty, but are you really doing it right?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Can't you see what we can? Just look at the faces of everyone lined up here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        I can see a thousand ri ahead! I don't need you teaching me how to see―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Wh-Why do they look so sad? I remember worshipers being happy to be here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Maybe you need to rethink how to use those eyes of yours.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        How could I have been so foolish...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Phew... It looks like you've snapped out of it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        I owe you another one...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        And you owe us money, too. Our sales have dropped 'cause of your actions.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We'll be back for compensation once things are back to normal again. Keep doing your job until then if you want a concession.
    
 
         
        
    An Annoying Surprise
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What are we doing at the Human Village? Who's running rampant here?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        The worshipers at the Youkai Mountain talked about a karakasa-obake causing problems in the village.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It has to be Miss Kogasa. We got her to go outside not that long ago.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        That's the only troublemaking karakasa-obake I can think of.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Is that who I think it is?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        AHAHAHAHAHAHA! I scared you, didn't I?! DIDN'T I?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        Should I try once more?! BOOOoooOOooooOOOOoo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        Ugh! Why aren't you guys reacting?! OK, let me try that again! It's gonna work this time!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        AHA! I caught you looking at me! I know you want me to scare you! AHAHAHA! I'll be right there!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        Look at me and be scared! Be very VERY scared and make me happy!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But... she's not really attacking anyone. She's just being an annoyance.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I don't really feel like dealing with her...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Aw, c'mon, don't say that! We have to do this to bring peace back to Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Heeeey, Kogasa! Can you come here for a sec?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        Oh, it's you guys. Hello!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        Did you see how I surprised those people just now?! I'm on such a roll these days!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        I can't believe how easily I've been scaring humans! Have I, like, unlocked my full potential?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Anybody would be surprised by what you just did... Surprised by how annoying you are.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        You're jealous, aren't you?! Well, who wouldn't be?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        But jealousy isn't good, you know? You should work to improve yourself rather than envy others.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        C-Calm down, you two! Let me handle this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We saw what you were doing back there. But I really don't think that suits you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        I thought I'd change things up a bit... and it was a huge success right off the bat!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You aren't surprising anyone! Well... you are, but not in the way you think!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        They aren't afraid of you or anything. They're just confused because you're acting so weird!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        Now you're gonna find faults with the way I do things?! Are you THAT jealous of me?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You're not getting my point! Why don't you calm down and think about it for a second―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        Shut up, shut up, shut uuuuuuuuup! I'm not wrong! You're wrong!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        See... I knew there was no point talking to her! Looks like it's bullet battle o'clock!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You tried your best. Let's not waste any more time.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        *sigh* I guess we have no other choice...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Have you calmed down now?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So tell me. Do you honestly think what you're doing is right?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's OK, you just took things a little too far. Everyone knows this isn't the real you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        I'm sorry. I'll rethink my scaring tactics.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK! Just keep doing your best, and I'm sure the villagers will forget all about it and laugh with you again!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        I don't want them to laugh! I want them to be scared!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And that's another case solved.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        She's back to being her weird old self. I think she'll be fine now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kogasa
    
    
        *sob* I don't know where I went wrong...!
    
 
         
    A Sleepless Fear
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK, let's keep going! There are still plenty of youkai running amok!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Reimu's also out there doing her best, but we're still nowhere close to getting things under control.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Anyway, let's go to―
    
 
         
        
        
            
            
              What was that strange feeling?
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        D-Did you all sense that?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I feel something really dangerous closing in on us!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        R-RUUUUUUUN! I'm not gonna risk my life over this! Reimu can handle this one!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        N-No! We can't just abandon all the villagers!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Don't you get it?! We're no match for her!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Obviously, I do! B-But...!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        What are you guys on about?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        EEEEEEEEK! She spotted us! That's what happens when you're not quick enough!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It's your fault, Kutaka! Now do something about it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wh-Wh-What do you want me to do?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        W-We're sorry! Please don't hurt us! Also... it'd be great if you could hear us out!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Why would you say that?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        What if she gets mad?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        I have no clue what's happening here... Maybe you can help me understand, PLAYER?
    
 
         
        
            
              It's good to see you again, Miss Yuuka!
             
            
              I'm sorry, but I'm as confused as you are...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        H-Huh...? She's not as scary as I thought she'd be...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's all thanks to Miss PLAYER that she doesn't see us as enemies!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We've been saved by PLAYER!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But... her words don't match the energy I'm sensing from her! That's what makes it a hundred times scarier!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        S-So, Miss Yuuka... what brings you here today?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        I'm here to get some covert shopping done. Why do you ask?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        U-Um... it's just that there's something very menacing about you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        Oh... I might know why.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        Strangely, I haven't felt like doing anything these past few days. I've been spending all my time at the Garden of the Sun.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        But today, I'm feeling really good and energetic.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        Maybe a bit too energetic...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        How about now? Do you still feel threatened?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Wow, I don't feel like I'm in danger anymore!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You're, like, in a whole new league... I guess it's pretty easy for you to keep yourself under control.
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        Oh, wow. I had no idea all of this was going on.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But I must say I'm kind of relieved!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I don't even want to think about what would happen if you went berserk like all the other youkai right now...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        You might've given me a good beating for all we know.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        That's something the shrine maiden is good at! Not us!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        Hehe... Is that what you really think?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        I have an idea. We should have a battle of bullets.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        What, why?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        I may be good at managing it, but I still have a lot of pent-up energy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        I don't know how long I can hold it together. Don't you think it's dangerous for me to walk around the village like this?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Then we better hurry and get all the humans out of here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Good idea! And we'll get out of your way, too! You'll be free to wreak havoc after that―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't worry, we'll be your opponents!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        Come again?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Are you forgetting what we're here for?! Our job is to STOP the youkai from going crazy, not encourage them!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Nitori's right! How can you take such a big risk?! What if we fail?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You're the ones forgetting that our main goal is to help the people of Gensokyo!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So far, Gensokyo has managed to avoid an all-out crisis, but we can't lose sight of what we set out to do!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We're here to save Gensokyo! And that includes both youkai and humans!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        If you're not going to help me, then I'll do this on my own. You can go ahead and stop the other youkai.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        It sounds like your decision is made. It'll be tough handling me on your own, but good luck.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Thanks! Let's start―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Waaaaaaaaaaaait! Stop making decisions on your own! We were just... um... whining a little!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah! You might be our leader, but you can't do as you please!
    
 
         
        
            
              Leaving you to battle alone isn't an option!
             
            
              We're a team. You can count on us!
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I-I don't know what to say...!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        Hehe, those are some good teammates you've got there. I better give it my best.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        Thanks, I feel much better now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Supportmates
    
    
        Y-You're welcome...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuuka
    
    
        I'm off, but I'll be rooting for you guys.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I-I thought I was gonna die...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        *sob* You better give me a huge pay rise for this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Hehe, thanks for lending a hand!
    
 
         
    Fleeting Freedom of the Press
        
             
          
    
        Aya
    
    
        Ayayaya! There's chaos everywhere!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Hatate
    
    
        All the youkai have gone wild! This is the biggest scoop of the century!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You there! I forbid you from writing an article on this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        What are you gonna do if they get embarrassed by your article and go berserk again?! No way I'm gonna allow that!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Aya
    
    
        You've got a point, but nobody has the right to obstruct the freedom of the press!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Hatate
    
    
        You can't just shut people up! That's not how things work in this world!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You two are starting to sound... out of control!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's lucky we found them when we did. This has affected a lot more youkai than I expected...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Reimu's also probably struggling out there. There's nothing worse than dealing with something that has no end in sight.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, yeah. Less talking, more working! At times like these, you've just gotta focus on getting the job done.
    
 
         
    An Impromptu Party
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        *sigh* It's already getting late...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But we've covered almost all the areas people have been complaining about.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I wonder how Reimu's doing. We haven't heard from her yet. I hope we don't end up running into a scary youkai...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Looking for a scary youkai?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Why did you have to jinx it?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It's not my fault! What happens, happens!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        M-Miss Suika! What a coincidence seeing you here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I heard there was a lot going on up here, so I decided to come check it out. It looks like you guys have been working hard.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yeah, we started a food delivery service for all the teleworkers cooped up at home.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        One thing led to another, and we've been running around ever since...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Wow, that sounds rough. Let me reward you for your hard work.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I'll take the reward!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Stop being so shameless!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Ahahaha! Don't worry about it! I'm happy they're so excited.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I apologize on their behalf... And thank you, we'll gladly accept it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        To be honest, I was completely exhausted. But hearing about the reward has given me energy!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I'm glad to hear it! But you'll have to come along with me.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        The reward isn't really a thing. It's a little event I've organized. C'mon, follow me.
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Well? Do you like it?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wh-What on earth is this?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Why have all these youkai gathered so close to the Human Village?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        It's like a whole Night Parade out here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Suika! Wh-What's the meaning of this?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Isn't that obvious? We're gonna have a huge party together!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        We've all been stuck at home for ages, so I thought a party would be perfect to get everyone back to normal.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        It took me all day to go around Gensokyo and gather all these youkai!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        But I guess the real parties always start at night, so it's all good! Everyone here is in the mood to party!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But why does it have to be so close to the village...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And who knows what could happen with so many out-of-control youkai in one place...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        This is the first party in ages, so it's OK if we go a little wild.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I knew this would happen! It's all because Takane jinxed it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Stop blaming me for everything! I saw the way your face lit up the moment Suika mentioned a reward!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Quit arguing! We need to take this seriously, or things are going to get real messy!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Suika! Please cancel this party and leave this place at once!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Huh? No way! I worked really hard to arrange this, you know?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What will you do if something happens to the villagers?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Nothing's gonna happen! We've only got sensible youkai here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        This is a great way for everyone to release their pent-up energy. It's better than them running wild.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        And most importantly―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        ―I want this, and everyone here wants this. We're not gonna let anyone ruin it for us.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Got it? Now you better leave before you rub me the wrong way, 'cause I'm not gonna give you another warning.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Eep... She means it. I can see it in her eyes. One wrong word, and we'll be done for.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But it's not like we can take her on, either. Maybe we'll just have to wait for Reimu to get back.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It'll be too late by then! We need to think of how to handle this on our own!
    
 
         
        
            
              We can deal with Suika later.
             
            
              Let's start with something more our own level.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Oh, I see what you mean. We can get rid of all the other youkai one by one...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        ...without Miss Suika knowing, right?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        She could start this party any minute now. Let's keep calm and get this job done quick!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It's not easy to do this without getting caught! But we don't have time to be sneaky either!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Stop being in such a rush. Time will be the least of our concerns if that oni sees what we're doing.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        How are you so calm?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You get used to staying calm under pressure when you've messed around with dangerous gadgets for as long as I have.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wow, that's reassuring!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I see inventing weird things finally paid off. OK, everyone, let's follow Nitori's lead on this!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Do you always have to say something negative? Well, whatever. Make sure you keep up!
    
 
         
    Pro Party Poopers
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Ugh! How many of these guys are there?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I don't know, but we've definitely taken out a good chunk of them! We just need to keep at it―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's not going to be so easy! We're also losing cover in the process.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        It's only a matter of time before she spots us.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Bingo... You guys don't know when to give up, do you?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Nooo! There are still so many youkai around...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I knew something was off. I can't believe it took me so long to figure out you were sending everyone away.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I think I already warned you once.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Can you please reconsider and call off this party?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Save your breath. No one's gonna stop us, no matter how hard you try.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        You could always give up and join in, you know? It'll be more fun that way.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That does sound enticing...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, we're the only ones losing out here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Exactly! So join us―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        "Fun" isn't a good enough reason to give up!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We want to do whatever we can to help people. That's why we started this service.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But we went about it the wrong way, which only ended up worsening the whole situation.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's why we need to fix the mess we've created. If we can't do that, then what good of a service are we?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        How honorable. But I don't think you understand the situation you're in right now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        All I gotta do is give the signal to start the festivities. And then you'll have no choice but to give up.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Maybe so, but I'm going to do my best to put an end to your party!
    
 
         
        
            
              And we'll follow our leader to the end.
             
            
              Sorry, but giving up isn't an option for us.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Really, PLAYER? I thought you were a bit more sensible. I guess I was wrong about you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Well, whatever. I've got nothing more to say to you. You're gonna regret going against me!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        ???
    
    
        The only one who's gonna regret anything here is you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        My bullets got deflected?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        *sob* I thought we were done for...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Geez, what took you so long?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Reeeeeimuuuu!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You're finally here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You guys held up well! But I'm here now, so you don't need to worry anymore!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Thanks for buying me some time. I'll take it from here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That'd be great, but...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We can't just let you steal the show.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We can still fight!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        That's not really the vibe you were giving off when I got here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        All right, fine. I'll let you be the stars of the show.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'll take care of all the small fries, you guys can beat up the boss over there!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Thanks, Miss Reimu!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What makes you think we'd want to do that...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Kutaka seems pretty keen. And I think it'll be a worthwhile experience.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        You've gotta be kidding me. Do you seriously think these weaklings are any match for me?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You, of all people, should know that I never bet on the wrong horses.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        You better watch out, 'cause these guys―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Supportmates
    
    
        Suika Ibuki! Here we come!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        ―are way more tenacious than me.
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Did we just beat an oni...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah! We took down an oni!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I can't believe I lost...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I told you, didn't I?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        If I knew you'd interfere, I would've fought differently.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        What? I'm pretty sure I didn't lay a finger on you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Yeah, OK, fine! I admit I underestimated those three.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'll also admit they did better than I expected.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I was really impressed.
    
 
         
    Deliveries Complete
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Did you see that, Miss Reimu?! We did our best!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Yeah, yeah, I was watching. You can calm down now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Hmph. I don't know what's so great about winning by a fluke.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        A win is a win! I'm never gonna do that again, so let me just enjoy the moment!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But wait... Reimu, weren't you supposed to take care of the remaining youkai?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I got rid of them ages ago. They're all on their way home as we speak.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Are you for real?! Wait a minute... now I get what happened!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I felt some menacing vibes coming from Reimu during our battle. It was really distracting...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Oh, now it makes sense. I knew our win was too good to be true.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        No wonder the way you fought changed halfway through...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I did my best to hide it from you guys and made sure Suika had a hard time.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        It might've been three against one, but you're an oni. And they were already exhausted. It was only fair.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I guess I can't use it as an excuse for losing...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        So that win goes to you three, no doubt. You're allowed to feel good about it.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        But I still feel bad for all the youkai you guys sent away.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I meant it when I said the party was to help everyone cheer up. It's sad they didn't get to do that.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        *sigh* I guess we can have that party at Hakurei Shrine.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Not like I have a choice. I don't want them running rampant out of frustration.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Having the party under my supervision at the shrine and away from the village would be better.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Yeah! I like the way you think! I'm in!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I'll go inform everyone who went back and also invite others I meet on the way!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        It's gonna be better than the biggest Night Parade ever!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Geez, did you see how excited she was? But well, I guess that solves the matter.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I think we can finally relax now...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Why don't we join the party?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        There'll be free food and drinks. I don't see any reason to refuse!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        That works out well for me.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Now I can ask you guys to go get the food and drinks. Isn't that what your service is all about anyway?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Y-You're kidding, right?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        I'm sure you won't reject a request from your only sponsor.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Oni! She's the REAL oni!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We should've just gone home!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Is everyone enjoying themselves?! It's time to let loose! Let's sing, dance, and PAAAAARTYYYY!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Heh, Suika never fails to surprise. I can't believe she got all these youkai to come...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sakuya
    
    
        How are you liking the party, Lady Patchouli? Don't you agree it's good to go out sometimes?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Patchouli
    
    
        I'd agree if you hadn't forced me to walk all the way here to compensate for my lack of exercise.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Luna Child
    
    
        All these dishes are so yummy!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Star Sapphire
    
    
        The smells, the tastes, the textures...! Every dish here is perfect!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        Good ta see yer enjoyin' yerselves. There's a lot more where that came from, so lemme know if ya want seconds.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Sunny Milk
    
    
        I want seconds!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Hehe, everyone seems to be living it up.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That was some crazy turn of events at the end...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        But it was worth it. I haven't been to such an awesome party in a long time.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And thanks to that big order from Reimu, we made a lot of money! Now, let's enjoy the party!
    
 
         
        
            
            
              It was really tough, but I enjoyed every single day!
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You did really well keeping up with us. It's crazy to think that you're just an ordinary human.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I know, right? I mean, I had heard about her endeavors, but this was more than I could imagine!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Thank you for helping us, Miss PLAYER!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We may need you again some day. I hope you won't mind lending us a hand then.
    
 
         
        
            
              Of course, not! I'll be waiting!
             
            
              Of course, not! But go easy on me next time.
             
         
        
    The Orders Keep Coming
        
        
             
          
    
        Hatate
    
    
        I don't understand what's so great about all this merry-making.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Aya
    
    
        Then why are you stuffing yourself with so much food and drinks?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Aya
    
    
        You're sitting here complaining when you could easily leave. It's obvious you're having fun.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Hatate
    
    
        Shut up! I'm sticking around in case something newsworthy happens! I don't wanna lose a scoop to the likes of you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Aya
    
    
        Oh, really? Well, then you're going to have to stick around till the very end.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Narumi
    
    
        So I've been thinking... Why do we jizou always have to work on-site?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Narumi
    
    
        Isn't there a way we could work from home? Like, maybe with statues that could be remotely controlled with magic.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Alice
    
    
        Hmmm... It's not impossible, but don't you think that'd weaken the blessings people get from praying to them?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Eternity Larva
    
    
        Aaaah! Summer is the best season ever! I feel like there's nothing I can't do!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Eternity Larva
    
    
        Call me a god! Or maybe I already am one?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Eternity Larva
    
    
        You think so?! Is it finally time for me to declare myself a god?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Eternity Larva
    
    
        Are you even listening to me?!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        The party seems to be picking up. A lot of people joined halfway through.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I didn't expect so many to show up. We might run out of food...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Maybe we should arrange for some more. We're even running low on drinks.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Yeah, can you guys please go get more? I'm sick of having to cut back on my drinks...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You seriously want more?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Don't look at us like that...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Fine! We'll get more!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Aw, come on... I was having so much fun. You really want me to work now?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't you get it?! Just look at all these people here! This is the perfect opportunity to advertise our service!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Oh, that's a good idea. This'll be way faster than approaching them one at a time.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Wow, you're really hard workers. Now, let me place my order.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        I want hot spring eggs from Former Hell. People up here don't get to eat them often. I'm sure they're gonna love 'em.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Although, to be honest, I only ask 'cause I want some for myself. Just the thought of them makes me drool...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wow, I didn't know they're that delicious! Now even I'm looking forward to eating some!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Yeah, it's gonna be awesome! I'll be waiting!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Come on, let's go to Former Hell―
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        ―Huh, what's wrong?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Um... Isn't Former Hell, like, a part of the Underworld?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Th-That's not a place we're comfortable with... Just the thought of going anywhere near it is scary.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Oh... But we already accepted the order.
    
 
         
        
            
              Maybe we can get Suika to change her mind?
             
            
              If we're gonna cancel the order, we better do it soon...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        No way, we can't afford to upset an oni! We've got to get those hot spring eggs somehow!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But... they're in the Underworld!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        D-Don't worry! PLAYER and I will take care of it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That'd be great, but it'll be just the two of you. Are you really going to be OK down there?
    
 
         
        
            
              I've been there a couple of times already.
             
            
              And I've got friends there, so we'll be fine.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Wow, that's reassuring!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I guess we'll leave this one to you guys then...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK! You two can help at the party until we get back!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I know what you want to say. Even I'm not OK with letting them go there by themselves...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        In that case, I've got an idea...
    
 
         
        
    A Battle for Eggs
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So this is Former Hell, huh?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It looks really different now with all the new buildings everywhere.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What am I doing?! This isn't the time to be reminiscing about the past! We need to quickly get to the hot springs!
    
 
         
        
            
            
              Or maybe not... I'm not sure anymore...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        A-And I've got no clue. I'm just following your lead here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        ???
    
    
        What's that friendly conversation I hear?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Parsee
    
    
        Found you! Why do you guys get to have fun while I'm stuck patrolling all alone?! I'm so jealous!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Oh, hello, Miss Parsee! Aren't you the bridge guardian?! This is perfect! Can you show us the way to the hot springs?
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Parsee
    
    
        Why would I help random shady people?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Parsee
    
    
        Especially since I don't like how much fun you guys are having!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        W-We're not shady! We can explain why we're here! But I don't know what to do to make you like us...
    
 
         
        
            
            
              We need to befriend her somehow.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Parsee
    
    
        See! There you go ignoring me again! I knew you were bad people!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Y-You've got it all wrong!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        I knew I heard familiar voices. What's all this commotion about?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Yuugi! Perfect timing! Please help us!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Huh, help with what?! I'm completely clueless here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Parsee
    
    
        Oh, so now you're even gonna take Yuugi away from me, huh?! I see your plan! You want me to be forever alone!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's not it! I'm telling you, you've got it all wrong!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Well, PLAYER can explain what's going on. Kutaka, you keep Parsee company in the meanwhile.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But she's scary! I thought you were going to help us!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        I can't believe that Suika! How dare she go have a party without telling me anything about it!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's not what you should be focusing on!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Yeah, sorry about that. You want hot spring eggs, right? I can get some for you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Parsee
    
    
        Why didn't you just tell me you have a valid reason for being here?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Hahaha! Parsee didn't mean any harm. Please forgive her.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        I'll give you those hot spring eggs for free in return.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Really?! Thank you so much!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        But wait... that'll be too boring.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        I think this calls for a battle.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        If you win, I'll carry the eggs to the party. I'll arrange for a whole lot, so you can be sure they're gonna be heavy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        And what happens if we lose?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        I'll give you the eggs, but you'll have to carry them yourself, AND you'll have to take us to the party as your special guests!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        So... you get to go to the party regardless of the outcome, and the battle only decides who carries the eggs, right?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Exactly! And since Suika's the host, I'm pretty sure we don't need an invitation.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        That's true. The party's open to everyone.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Also, those eggs won't be heavy for me, so I don't really care if I gotta carry them!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Then why do we even need to fight?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Don't overthink it. It's good to let off some steam every now and then.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I guess that makes sense.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I recently learned the importance of releasing pent-up energy!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Kutaka, PLAYER! You're finally back! Did you get those hot spring eggs?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yep! We also brought along some guests.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Suika, you little scoundrel! Why didn't you tell me you were having a party?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Oh, hey, Yuugi. Um, I just forgot to invite you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        But so what? You made it here anyway!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Yeah, you're right! Let's not ruin the party over something so petty!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Yeaaaah! Let's eat, drink, dance, and paaaaaaaartyyyy!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Parsee
    
    
        I'm so jealous! I didn't know people were having such a big party without me!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Utsuho
    
    
        Sup! We're here, too!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rin
    
    
        Meow! Look, Okuu! There's so much food here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        More guests? C'mon in! The more, the merrier!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        It wasn't easy, but we managed to fulfill that order. Now we just have to tell Nitori and Takane.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But... where are they?
    
 
         
    The Search for Nitori and Takane
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Did you say you're looking for Miss Nitori and Miss Takane? Sorry, I haven't seen them.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kosuzu
    
    
        Me neither. We actually just got here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Oh, OK, thanks. But are you sure you two will be OK at this party full of youkai?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kosuzu
    
    
        Thanks for the concern. I think we'll be fine with Miss Reimu on the lookout. We've also got friends like Miss Mamizou here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        OK, then I hope you enjoy yourselves! Sorry for interrupting!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Not at all. I was getting sick of being nagged by Kosuzu anyway.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kosuzu
    
    
        I wasn't nagging you! I was saying it for your own good! An unhealthy lifestyle can be really dangerous, you know?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        Yes, you've told me that a million times already. How many more times are you going to repeat it?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kosuzu
    
    
        Is that how you talk to your friend who's worried about you?! I know you've been cooped up at home working all day again!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        That's 'cause I've been spending all my free time hanging out with you. What other option do I have to catch up on work?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kosuzu
    
    
        So it's my fault now?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Aaaaaah! They're fighting because of me, aren't they?! I shouldn't have said anything!
    
 
         
        
            
              Just let them be. This is nothing new.
             
            
              The closer you are, the more you fight.
             
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kosuzu
    
    
        I just remembered I saw Miss Momiji earlier. I'm sure she'll be able to help you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Akyuu
    
    
        She does have the ability to see a thousand ri ahead... Good thinking, Kosuzu.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You were right, PLAYER... They really are close.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Oh, hello, Miss Kutaka, Miss PLAYER. Thanks for your help the other day.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Don't be silly! We were just doing our job!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Were you looking for me?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Yes, Miss Kosuzu told us she saw you around. We sort of need your help.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Sure, what can I do for you? I still owe you one from before.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We got separated from Miss Nitori and Miss Takane, so we were wondering if you could help us find them.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        That's easy. But then again, that depends on how far they've gone. Let me try...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        Found them! They're currently walking toward the foot of the Youkai Mountain.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        What are they doing over there? Did they decide to go back home?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I guess we'll know when we ask them!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Thanks, Miss Momiji! We'll go see what's up with them!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Momiji
    
    
        I'm glad I could help. Be careful on your way there.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Hmmm... According to Miss Momiji, they should be somewhere around here...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Maybe they went on ahead. But where were they going? I'm even more curious now.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Nice timing, Miss Rumia! Have you seen Miss Nitori or Miss Takane around?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        I'm soooo hungry... I think I'm gonna faint...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Maybe not... I was so busy playing with Cirno and the others that I completely forgot to eat...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Are you telling me that you haven't had anything all day?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Yeah... And by the time I realized, my stomach was already hurting soooooo bad...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        *sniff* *sniff* What's that? I smell something really yummy.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We were just at a party, so maybe that's what you can smell.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Wait a minute... aren't you the food delivery guys?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        That means you gotta have yummy food.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You mean right now? But we aren't on our way to deliver anything, so we don't have any food on us...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        I see how it is! You're trying to protect your customer's food! That's very good of you, but...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        You can't escape a youkai dying of hunger!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        You've got it all wrong! I'm telling you, we don't have any food!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Owww... I'm soooo hungry! I can't do this anymore...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        *huff* *huff* How did you manage to fight so well on an empty stomach? I guess hunger does turn people crazy...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Waaaaaaaaah! My stomach hurts so baaaaad! I want foooood! Any food! Just give me some food!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Why don't you go to Hakurei Shrine? They're having a party with lots of food there!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Rumia
    
    
        Foooooooood! Here I comeeee!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Gah, she left... I forgot to ask her about Miss Nitori and Miss Takane...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Huh? Kutaka, PLAYER...?
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        What are you guys doing here?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Nitori is here too!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Where have the two of you been?! We've been looking for you all over!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Oops... We thought we had some more time before you got back.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, sorry, we didn't mean to worry you guys.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Geez! So what were you two up to anyway?!
    
 
         
        
        
    Kasen’s Fury
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        ―We went to get... *drumroll*
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        ―Eggs? Don't tell me they're hot spring eggs...
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I guess we were wrong to think they'd be excited...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I mean, no matter how much we tried to hype it up, they're still just eggs...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Um, I'm sorry for not giving you the reaction you were expecting...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Stop apologizing! You're only embarrassing us further!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        O-OK... um, so... why do you have hot spring eggs?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        After you guys left for Former Hell, we realized it wasn't right for us to dump everything on you two.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        That's why we decided to cook some eggs in our own way, even if they're not the same as the eggs in Former Hell.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        And so we ventured all the way to Hell's Valley Geyser...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Whoa, I've heard rumors about that place!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Apparently, it's as dangerous as the real Hell because of all the poisonous gases...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, that's the one. We thought it'd be the perfect place to replicate Former Hell's hot spring eggs.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        And this is the result of our experiment.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I'll admit they do look very much like the real ones!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        Hehehe...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But... isn't that place off-limits?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I guess... They even had a sign with weird stuff written on it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Something about poisonous gases and having a death wish. But we weren't there for long, so it was probably safe―
    
 
         
        
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Good thing Kume, my eagle, was there to report it to me. How could you sneak into forbidden territory to cook eggs?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        I had to leave the party in a hurry only to find out you two are behind this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I can't believe we got caught because of an eagle!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        I'm the one in disbelief here! Did you not read the warning?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        B-But we're youkai, so we thought it'd be fine if we went in just for a little bit...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        You being a youkai doesn't change the fact that it's a dangerous place!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        We feel bad about ignoring the warning, but we had a really valid reason―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        SILENCE! You still don't understand what you've done, do you?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Maybe my bullets will teach you the error of your ways!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Ugh! I told you it was a bad idea!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        When did you say that?! This was all your idea!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        As if you didn't agree right away! This is exactly why all your inventions fail!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        C-Calm down, you two! This isn't the time to be fighting among ourselves!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Miss Kasen, I'll talk to them about it, so please forgive them―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Who says you get to go scot-free? You're their leader. It's your job to manage your team!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Why'd you have to put up such a fight?! This would've ended way sooner if not for you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Look who's talking! I saw the way you panicked and started firing bullets randomly!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        I only did that to calm you down!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        I knew you were trying to hit me!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        You got a problem with that?!
    
 
         
        
        
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Let's settle this―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        ―right here, right now!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        I'm surprised you've managed to work as a team...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        S-Sorry you had to see that...
    
 
         
        
            
              But their disagreements make the team better.
             
            
              That's why we've been able to come this far.
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        I agree. It's like they oddly balance each other out.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Well, I wouldn't want to deal with team members like them...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane & Nitori
    
    
        You're going DOWN!
    
 
         
    A Well-Earned Meal
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Wh-When did you get so good, Takane? Let's call it a draw for today.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        You weren't bad yourself. It's not easy to get a draw against me.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Were you two still at it?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Are you finally done now? Maybe you need another lecture on why you shouldn't fight like kids...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        No, thank you! This is how we normally communicate with each other!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yeah! We learn new things when we clash!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        That makes no sense...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        Well *nom* *nom* I'll let you guys off the hook this time... but only because these hot spring eggs are so delicious.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Who said you could eat those?!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Kasen
    
    
        I was just taste testing. You risked your lives to make them, so I was curious about how they'd taste.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Um, I'm sorry... They were just lying there, so I offered them around.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        But they were for you...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Well, if you're OK with sharing, then I'm fine with it.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Pretty sure people would've eaten them either way.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rin
    
    
        The hot spring eggs from Former Hell and the ones from Hell's Valley are both delicious! *nom* *nom*
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Utsuho
    
    
        *chomp* *chomp* Yeah, so yummy! So which one's which?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        How can you not tell the difference?! I guess you gotta be a connoisseur like myself for that!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        I'd recognize this heavenly taste any day! The Hell's Valley ones aren't bad, but the Former Hell ones are something else!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        The one you just ate was from Hell's Valley, though.
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        HA HA HA! Who cares as long as they taste good?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        YEAH! C'mon, let's eat up, drink up, and paaaaaaaaaaaartyyyyy!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Rin
    
    
        They sure like to party...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Utsuho
    
    
        *nom* *nom* *nom* Did you say something...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        We ran into some trouble toward the end there, but I think we're finally done now.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Yep... I'm gonna take a loooong break once this party is over.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Yeah, we've been working non-stop lately.
    
 
         
        
            
              Just don't stay cooped up at home for too long...
             
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Hehe, yep, too much rest isn't good either. A healthy lifestyle is all about balance!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        And finding the right balance between rest, exercise, and nutrition is the first step! We need to practice what we preach!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        ???
    
    
        The things yer lackin' the most are―
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno, Miyoi & Mystia
    
    
        ―a healthy meal!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Look, it's Miss Miyoi, Miss Nemuno, and Miss Mystia!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Everyone whose food we've been delivering is here!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        We've been looking for you!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nemuno
    
    
        Yer service helped us get so many customers. Business be boomin' at me restaurant thanks ta ye guys.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Mystia
    
    
        We wanted to show you our appreciation, so we decided to combine all our skills to create a super delicious meal for you.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Miyoi
    
    
        Will you accept it?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Supportmates
    
    
        We'd be more than happy to!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        What's going on here? Why do you all look so excited?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        There she is! Another crucial member of our team! Why don't you join us for this meal, Reimu?!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Wow, really? I've been patrolling the place this whole time, so I haven't had a chance to eat anything yet!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Suika
    
    
        Look, it's Miyoi! And I smell delicious bar snacks!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Mamizou
    
    
        I didn't think I'd get to taste gourmet food made by famous chefs here! I'm glad I came to this party!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Aya
    
    
        This is great! I've been thinking about trying my hand at food reviews!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Stick to the party food! Stop trying to eat my share!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        You can have all the party food you want. We've had enough of that. We wanna try the gourmet food right here.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        As if I'd let that happen! This is all mine! You're not getting a single bite!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Mamizou
    
    
        Oh, really? Why don't you try and stop us.
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Aya
    
    
        It'll be fun to see how the Hakurei shrine maiden handles this!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Yuugi
    
    
        Finally some entertainment at this party!
    
 
         
        
        
             
          
    
        Reimu
    
    
        Bring it on! I'll show you what happens when you underestimate the Hakurei shrine maiden!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Takane
    
    
        Noooooo! Our food!
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Nitori
    
    
        Isn't there someone who can bring our food to us...?
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        Normally, that's our job...
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        But one thing's for sure―
    
 
         
        
             
          
    
        Kutaka
    
    
        ―This is definitely a very Gensokyo-style party!