Lossy's Journal

Yukari

Hello again, PLAYER. Winter is upon us and Gensokyo is covered in a blanket of white snow.

Yukari

How do you like to spend cold days?

By eating lots of warm treats!

By putting on lots of layers!

Choice Selected: "By eating lots of warm treats!"

Yukari

Ah, so food is where your mind goes to first, heh?

Yukari

Warm, delicious treats are part of what makes winter special. Indeed, you'd be a fool not to enjoy them.

Yukari

But what really warms you up―

Continue onto main branch.

Choice Selected: "By putting on lots of layers!"

Yukari

Well yes, that's important. If you left the house without enough layers, you'd surely freeze.

Yukari

But what really warms you up―

Main Branch

Yukari

Is this.

Yukari

Sharing in another's warmth and making memories together. This world is built on the connections we all share.

Yukari

Perhaps it's that way because no one can survive alone.

Yukari

Now, let's turn our attention to the next interworld festival.

Yukari

In one of the worlds, everyone enjoys winter by going out to play with people.

Yukari

I'm sure you can't wait to see it for yourself... and to find out what visitors have arrived in the other world.

Yukari

Oh, but before you go, I suggest you wrap yourself up nice and warm.

Yukari

I'm sure you'll be greeted with warm food and even warmer friendship, but I'd hate for you to catch a cold.

Yukari

Now, off you go, PLAYER.

Yukari

When you get back, there'll be another hug waiting for you.

Yukari

Be careful out there.

I will. Bye, Miss Yukari!

Yukari

...Right, I better get set up.

Yukari

Heater, check. Blankets, check. Winter snacks, check.

Yukari

It's nap time!

And so Yukari closed her eyes and fell into a deep sleep that lasted far longer than a traditional nap.

Will PLAYER make it back in time to greet her when she finally wakes up? Only time will tell!

In the L2.8 Universe, where winter's latest trend was going out to play with people...

Hecatia

Welcome to my very own charity event, Fairy Fundraising Day!

Hecatia

Thank you to everyone who came and to all those who set up stalls. Have fun today!

???

Whoa, let's go check out over there next!

Keine

The winter decorations and sparkling blue monuments are delightful, but there's also a lot to do at this event.

Futo

With all the games to play and food to eat, I know not where to start!

Tenshi

Let's let our guides, PLAYER and the Hell fairy, decide for us! They helped organize all this.

Keine

Good idea. Where do you recommend we go first?

Tenshi

Seeing as the Hell goddess specifically asked you to help out, you must know all about this event, right?

I sure do. You can count on me!

We'll make sure you have fun. Won't we, Clownpiece?!

Clownpiece

Yep! Our guide skills are LUNATIC!

Futo

Well, I'm convinced! My goal is to make Tojiko jealous with how much I enjoy myself today.

Tenshi

Going out with other people sure is great. I'm gonna have lots of fun then go home and show off to Iku!

Keine

...

Keine

She's not here...

Shortly before Keine and the others arrived at the charity event...

Keine

...And that's the end of today's lesson. Make sure to do your homework before next time.

Fairies of Light

Yes, Miss Keine!

Keine

Goodness, look at the time. I better start getting ready.

Star Sapphire

Are you going out with someone later?

Keine

A-As it happens, yes.

Keine

We're going to this charity event.

Sunny Milk

Oh, I've seen that flyer before!

Star Sapphire

It looks really fun. And the flyer says there are special items on sale, right?

Sunny Milk

Well then, why don't we go, too?

Luna Child

Sounds good to me!

Keine

Why don't we all go together?

Luna Child

Hmm, going with you sounds pretty cool...

Sunny Milk

But we're gonna see who else is available first!

Star Sapphire

We don't wanna barge in on your fun!

Keine

Hah, fair enough.

Fairies of Light

Enjoy the event, Miss Keine!

Keine

...Thanks.

Keine

...

What's the matter, Miss Keine?

Keine

Oh, it's nothing. I was just thinking about how I ended up here with everyone.

Clownpiece

Come to think of it, I don't see that friend of yours around. Was she busy or something?

Keine

I suppose you could say that.

Clownpiece

You suppose, huh? You sure you didn't just forget to invite her?

Keine

No, I definitely invited her...

A little while ago, at a popular meet-up spot...

Keine

Mokou's late.

Keine

(Maybe something urgent came up...)

???

Hello there.

Futo

Art thou also waiting for someone?

Keine

I am indeed.

Keine

I take it you are, too?

Futo

Yes. For Tojiko, that is. I wonder what she is upeth to...

Futo

*gasp* Mayhaps she received an order of some kind from Lady Taishi!

Futo

Hmph. How could she forsake our plans?

Futo

Wait... It's anger, not sadness I should be feeling!

Keine

Wh-Why don't you just try to calm down―

???

Hey, you two!

Tenshi

Do you know where Iku is? I've been looking all over, but I can't find her.

Keine

Sorry, I haven't seen her.

Tenshi

Maybe I passed her somewhere. Or I guess she could've gotten lost... Nah, Iku knows her way around.

Meanwhile, PLAYER was in the village buying things for Hecatia's charity event...

Hmm... I think that's everything!

The event's gonna start soon. I better hurry back!

Tenshi

I just got an incredible idea!

That sounded like Miss Tenshi.

I don't have much time... but I'll go say hello quick!

Futo

Wh-What art thou doing?!

Tenshi

It's simple. If we start a little trouble, Iku is bound to come and find me!

(Wh-What's going on?!)

Futo

Stop. Thou canst not fire bullets here! And thou most certainly canst not firest them at ME!

Keine

You're right... but I don't think she's going to listen. Our best bet is to beat her in a battle.

Keine

Are you with me?!

Futo

It doesn't sound like thou art listening to me either!

Tenshi

Still no sign of Iku. Maybe she's not in the village...

Keine

Now that the battle's over, why don't you fill us in, Tenshi?

Y-Yeah, good idea!

(Some of those bullets almost hit me!)

Hecatia

There you are, PLAYER!

Clownpiece

C'mon, we gotta get back!

O-OK. Come and check out the event later, everyone!

Futo

I feel like I'm always getting dragged into things...

Keine

...So we were all here waiting for people who never showed.

Futo

And we all had plans to attend the same event. 'Tis quite the coincidence.

Tenshi

Here's an idea...

Tenshi

Instead of waiting here forever, whaddya say we go to the charity event together?

Keine

That sounds fun, but what if the people we're waiting for get here just after we leave?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

...

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Who cares?!

Keine

Spending time with different people is nice once in a while.

Futo

We can tell our friends about all the fun we had today to make them regret not showing up...

Futo

Hehehe, this is starting to sound better and better!

Tenshi

So what are we waiting for? Let's go!

Keine

...And that's how we all ended up here together. It was all a bit spur of the moment, but we're having lots of fun already.

So none of your friends showed up...

That's so sad!

Tenshi

Meh, it's fine.

Futo

We just have to make the most of it!

Futo

Together, that is!

Tenshi

Hehe, I can picture it now. Iku's gonna be so jealous when she finds out how much fun I had without her!

Keine

I suppose I'll get Mokou a souvenir...

Keine

To go along with the scolding I'm going to give her for not showing up!

Clownpiece

...Are you sure you guys aren't upset?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

T-Totally sure!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

...

Tenshi

I feel like that came out angrier than I intended.

Futo

Me too.

Keine

Me three.

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Right, let's find someone to battle!

Clownpiece

I just wanna go on the record and say you guys are DEFINITELY upset!

Clownpiece

C'mon, you guys are seriously telling me you're not hung up on your friends ditching you?

Futo

N-Not at all! And that battle most certainly wasn't just us letting out our frustration!

Tenshi

Nope. We, uhh... We were just cold and wanted to move around a little!

Keine

Oh, right. PLAYER, Clownpiece... there's something I've been meaning to ask you.

Keine

I want to buy one of these special friendship charms. Do you know where I can find them?

Futo

I'd almost forgotten, but I wanted to buy a set, too!

Tenshi

Hmm, I have a feeling Iku mentioned those before.

Tenshi

All right, let's all secure ourselves some friendship charms and go show them off to our lousy friends!

Futo

Sounds good! Even if Tojiko says she wants one, she shan't receive any from me!

Keine

So, will you show us where to find them?

Sure thing!

Clownpiece

Yep, just follow us!

Meanwhile, with the charity event organizers...

Hecatia

I knew Clownpiece and PLAYER would do it!

Hecatia

I wanted them to find the perfect guests to buy these friendship charms and that's just what they did!

Yukari

Hehe, you dreamt up quite the unique festival.

Yukari

Although, I suppose it's really just one aspect of it that's unique.

Hecatia

This is what I do best. I just hope our plan succeeds.

Hecatia

But the event is young. We both have a lot of work to do...

Hecatia

In order to achieve our goals.

Meanwhile, in the L^8 Universe, PLAYER and her friends were on their way back from their errands...

Youmu

I must say, I was surprised to run into you two.

Sanae

Same. But it was super fun shopping together.

Let's do it again sometime!

Youmu

Sure! Until then, try not to catch a cold―

Sanae

Brrr... Today's wind sure is frosty! It feels like the middle of winter! We'll all catch colds at this rate.

Youmu

Yesterday was so warm I thought spring had sprung early... The weather's been so unpredictable lately.

Sanae

You're telling me. I've had the sniffles for weeks now. Plus, I'm always drowsy and I've been getting mild headaches...

Sanae

You don't think someone's collecting all the spring again, do you?!

Youmu

No way. That incident's long gone. Besides...

Youmu

I can barely remember the last time Lady Yuyuko got out from under her covers!

Sanae

Can't say I blame her...

Youmu

Anyway, if you're feeling unwell, maybe you should go to Eientei for a checkup.

Sanae

I guess. But I feel like most people catch colds around this time of year...

Sanae

I'm sure the weather will settle down soon!

Urgh... Why am I so tired?

I better get back to Hakurei Shrine.

W-Whoa!

There was something strange about that gust of wind.

I can't tell if it was warm or cold...

???

How many times have I gotta tell you? I'm gonna end winter early!

???

And I'm telling you not to. Give it up already.

It sounds like someone's arguing! It couldn't be...

There's no way! ...But that WOULD explain the weather.

Wow, it really is them!

(They're both from parallel worlds!)

Letty

It's supposed to be winter in this Gensokyo.

Letty

So we need to make it as cold as we can!

Lily White

Says who? Spring is clearly the best season, and winter is, like, the least spring-y season there is.

Lily White

That's why I'm going to make it spring... forever!

I've got a bad feeling about this!

Lily White

Winter―

Letty

Spring―

Letty & Lily White

Is never coming again!

Letty

Winter versus spring, cold versus warmth... I don't see either of us backing down here.

Lily White

Me neither! I don't care about the temperature, though. I just want it to always be spring.

Letty

So what, you just want to abandon all the other seasons? There really is no reasoning with you.

Lily White

Does that mean I win?

Letty

I guess so. But before I throw in the towel...

Letty

I'm going to freeze your lips shut. You'll never be able to speak again!

Lily White

Oh, yeah? I'd like to see you try!

Lily White

I'll melt my lips right open again, then I'll melt you with never-ending spring!

Th-This is getting way outta hand!

I gotta stop 'em!

???

Wonderful idea. After all, fighting is dangerous and the total opposite of peace.

???

Don't you agree?

(I-Is that a goddess?)

(No... It's a parallel-world version of Daiyousei!)

Daiyousei

We must do whatever it takes to end all conflict. Peace must be maintained.

Daiyousei

Come on, let's stop those two together!

O-Oh, uhh... (She's kinda intense!)

Daiyousei

You heard me, right?

I-I heard you! L-Let's go!

Daiyousei

Good. We ended their conflict and ushered in peace―

Letty

Hey, you! What gives?!

Lily White

Yeah, stay out of this!

Daiyousei

Huh?!

They're fighting again!

What do we do, Miss Daiyousei?!

Daiyousei

Their reactions caught me off guard, but I'm OK now. Leave this to me.

Daiyousei

Peace must prevail across the land and in the hearts of all that inhabit it...

Daiyousei

If they won't stop this fight, then I'll have to stop it for them!

Daiyousei "lectured" Letty and Lily White with her bullets for some time, but she couldn't get through to them...

Daiyousei

They're both so stubborn. Maybe I shouldn't have taken it so easy on them.

Daiyousei

I know...

Daiyousei

Listen up. I have presents for you!

Daiyousei

Now you have these, you can get along, right?

Letty

Uhh... What even are they?

Daiyousei

Peace is all about sharing.

Daiyousei

These charms are here to remind you of that.

Daiyousei

If you share your true feelings with each other, there'll be no need to fight!

Letty & Lily White

...

Letty & Lily White

We don't need 'em!

Daiyousei

Wh-Why not?!

Lily White

Spring is the only season Gensokyo needs. Anyone who likes winter can get lost!

Letty

You're the one who should get lost. No one in their right mind would want to end this beautiful winter early.

Daiyousei

Why didn't my charms work...?

(I guess they just weren't interested in them.)

(If anything, they ended up making things worse!)

Daiyousei

There's only one thing for it. I'm going to try and stop them again. But this time...

Daiyousei

It's no more Miss Nice Fairy!

(I-Is she gonna use bullets again?!)

U-Umm... Why don't we try talking to them instead?

Daiyousei

I hate to say it, but we're well past that. If I want them to listen to me, I'm going to have to put them in their place.

I just wish there was, you know, a peaceful solution!

Daiyousei

Hmm...

Daiyousei

I'm going to usher in an age of true peace! Are you trying to derail my plans?!

Wh-What?! No way!

Daiyousei

It's all right.

Daiyousei

These bullets of mine will be fired in the name of peace!

Many a bullet was fired, but peace seemed further away than ever...

Things just keep getting worse!

Daiyousei

I understand how you both feel, and it's not my intention to cause conflict.

Daiyousei

So...

Daiyousei

Do whatever you like!

Lily White

Now you're starting to make some sense!

Letty

Finally. I better go get started.

Daiyousei

And we have peace! I've done it again!

W-Well that was a wild ride...

???

You there! Are you OK?!

*profound confusion*

Who on Earth are you?!

Girl in Armor

What are you doing out here alone?

Oh, uhh...

(I don't even know where to start!)

Girl in Armor

Oh, I get it!

Girl in Armor

You've fallen gravely ill and are in need of assistance.

Girl in Armor

Fear not. I'll take you someplace you can rest!

W-Wait! I'm not ill―

Girl in Armor

You don't have to lie to me.

Girl in Armor

I'm the Brave Armored Fairy. Rescuing those in need is what I do.

Girl in Armor

Ready? Away we go!

Girl in Armor

Tch, can't these spirits see we're in a rush?

Just to remind you... I feel completely fine!

Girl in Armor

There's no need to worry. These pesky critters are no match for an armored fairy like me.

Girl in Armor

Make way, spirits! Make way!

Girl in Armor

I'm back, Keine. I found another soul in need.

Keine

Oh, it's you, PLAYER. This is a surprise.

Girl in Armor

I found her frozen stiff on the side of the road. Will you take a look at her for me?

Keine

Of course. What seems to be the problem, PLAYER?

I guess I've been feeling kinda drowsy lately...

But it's not that bad. I can still run errands and stuff!

Girl in Armor

Y-You mean you're NOT gravely ill?!

Keine

That's a relief...

???

What's with all the noise?

???

I'm treating someone with fatigue and a headache back there, so could you keep it down―?

???

Oh. If it isn't this world's PLAYER.

Hi! You must be... Mokou, right?

Mokou

Correct.

Mokou

But I'm not the Mokou you know.

Girl in Armor

So you're this world's PLAYER? I can't believe I never stopped to ask your name.

Girl in Armor

In fact, I haven't even told you MY name. I'm sure you've already figured it out, though.

...Nope.

Girl in Armor

Seriously?!

Girl in Armor

Fine... Is this a big enough clue?

Cirno

It's me, Cirno...

Cirno

The Brave Armored Fairy!

Back in the L2.8 Universe, everyone was enjoying the charity event...

Since we're here, why don't you play a few games?

There are lots of different game stalls around here!

Clownpiece

Lady Hecatia's selling those charms a little further ahead, but I say we have a little fun on the way!

Futo

Hm, I came to this event for the charms... but also to enjoy myself! I'm in!

Sannyo

Hello, ladies. Fancy a game? If you beat Urumi, you get a prize.

Futo

A prize, thou sayest? What sort of game is it?

Urumi

Isn't it obvious?

Sannyo & Urumi

Sea urchin menko, of course!

Keine

S-Sea urchin what now?

Tenshi

Never heard of it, but it sounds kinda fun. Let's play!

Futo

That was most enjoyable. I do believe I got a little carried away!

Tenshi

Iku's great at stuff like this. You know, games that look simple but are actually pretty complicated.

Tenshi

B-But only 'cause she always has me teaching her!

Keine

Can you believe THESE were the prizes...?

Keine

What do you say we drop them off at the school for now?

Futo

Hmm, there's no way I can carry this many of them home... I'd be grateful if thou wouldst keep a few.

Nitori

Knock it off. I'm in charge here!

Takane

No, you're not. I'm the better saleswoman, and you know it!

Everyone

...

Keine

I was thinking of buying something, but it looks like the shopkeepers are a little preoccupied...

Tenshi

They haven't even noticed us. Let's just go to the next stall.

Futo

Tch. Thou must always put the customer first. These hotheads could learn a thing or two from me and Tojiko...

Futo

B-But only because Tojiko listens to me, and I always know what's best!

Futo

She hath me to thank for all her success!

Clownpiece

Really? I feel like you two make a pretty good team...

Futo

Pr-Preposterous!

Takane

Hey, look. Customers!

Nitori & Takane

What are you looking to buy?!

Keine

Th-These guys make a good team, too.

Futo

Hrmm...

Keine

We all spent a fair bit of money, huh?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(I can't believe I bought something for HER!)

Clownpiece

It all seemed like you were having fun, though!

Clownpiece

There are plenty of food stalls around here. Why don't we warm ourselves up with a delicious hot treat?

Futo

G-Gladly. I, for one, am famished.

Tenshi

I was just thinking I could use a break. Take us to your favorite spot!

Ran & Mamizou

Welcome!

Keine

A tanuki and a fox. I must say, that's an odd pairing...

Tenshi

Looks like they're getting on fine to me!

Futo

Agreed. And whatever they're cooking smells irresistible!

Clownpiece

That'll be the soba and udon noodles! I can't remember what this stall was called, though...

Ran & Mamizou

Yakumotei Udon! Rokkaya Soba!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(Th-They said different names!)

Mamizou

Want to try my traditional Futatsuiwa-style tanuki soba noodles? They won't let you down!

Ran

Pfft. You'd be much better off with a bowl of my shikigami-style kitsune udon noodles.

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(Are they partners or rivals?!)

Keine

I-I think our best bet is to try both.

Futo

Th-Thou read my mind.

Mamizou

You got it!

Ran

We'll get started right away!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

I feel like we've been tricked!

Note from PLAYER and Clownpiece: "All of the noodles were super yummy!"

Futo

Well, they played us for fools, but at least the noodles were good!

Turns out their little argument was just for show!

How about we get something sweet next?!

Keine

Sounds good to me.

Eika & Narumi

Welcome to La Patisserie JIZOU. Would you like some healthy cakes?

Eiki

Even if you're not a fan of veggies, we promise you'll love them.

Tewi

Come and get your cream-filled dango! Earth-style and Moon-style, take your pick!

Reisen

Tewi, I just gotta check...

Tewi

What's up, Reisen?

Reisen

This isn't some kinda prank, is it? Like, those dango aren't secretly super spicy or anything?

Tewi

*gulp*

Tenshi

Did anyone else hear that scream?

Clownpiece

It was probably just someone having fun! C'mon, it's lunatic sweets time!

Tenshi

Everything was so yummy! There was definitely something a little strange about those dango, but I still liked them!

Clownpiece

What do you mean a LITTLE strange?! My tongue's on fire!

Futo

What sweet treat shall we try next?

Keine

This stall's selling miso soup and steamed buns, huh?

Futo

Hmph. I was hoping for more sweets.

Tenshi

We can't JUST eat sweets. This is a good chance to mix it up―

Kasen & Reimu

There's nothing sweet for you here!

Everyone

Huh?!

Kasen

But since you're our customers, we'll do our best to serve you.

Reimu

Try some shrine maiden miso soup, made with ingredients foraged by a magician!

Kasen

And some of my hermit steamed buns, made with eagle-caught wild game!

Kasen & Reimu

C'mon, start eating already!

Everyone

T-Take it easy!

Futo

What's gotten into that shrine maiden and hermit?

Clownpiece

All the stalls around them sell sweets, and I guess they're tired of people thinking the same about their stall.

(Sounds like what Futo said set them off!)

Tenshi

I dunno about all that, but everything we've eaten so far has been great! Where should we―

Futo

*sniff* That smells like... grilled lamprey.

Keine

It must be coming from the night sparrow's stall. Want to go take a look?

Tenshi & Futo

You bet! Thou bettest!

Clownpiece

H-Hold up! I'm glad you're enjoying the food, but isn't it about time to head to Lady Hecatia's stall?

Clownpiece

Those friendship charms might sell out, you know?!

Keine

She's right. We've been eating for some time now. Let's save the grilled lamprey stall for later.

Meanwhile, at that very stall...

Nemuno

Everyone at this charity event has been loving your grilled lamprey, Mystia!

Mystia

Well, I couldn't have done this alone. This is all thanks to your help.

Mystia

And yours too, Mokou!

Mokou

You're welcome. I'm just sorry I could only help out until the time I agreed to meet Keine.

Nemuno

Speaking of which, it's past noon already. Shouldn't you get going?

Mokou

I-It's past noon?!

Mokou

I was supposed to meet Keine hours ago! I gotta go find her!

Nemuno

Don't worry about us. Go see your friend!

Mokou

Sorry! And thanks!

Mystia

You have nothing to apologize for. Now get outta here!

Mokou

Hmm, where did we agree to meet up, again―

???

Eek!

Mokou

S-Sorry! I wasn't looking where I was going...

???

No, it's my fault. I should've been paying more attention.

???

By the way...

Iku

Have you seen the Eldest Daughter?

Meanwhile, at the meet-up spot...

Tojiko

Futo's late...

Tojiko

This is the time we agreed to meet. I wonder if something happened to her...

???

I saw Miss Futo not long ago!

Chen

I'll take you to her if you like!

Tojiko

Well, it beats hanging around here all day.

Tojiko

Lead the way!

Hecatia

We're watching over everyone through gaps... but it looks like they all missed each other. (Good job, Clownpiece!)

Yukari

Yes, it's hard not to feel sorry for them. (Keep at it, Chen!)

Hecatia

But I've got to say...

Hecatia

Your shikigami's udon noodles are delicious!

Yukari

Right? They both deserve some amazing Christmas presents!

Hecatia

So does Clownpiece! But first, we have to make sure this charity event is a big success...

Yukari & Hecatia

To get money for the presents!

Yukari

I think it's time we made a move.

Hecatia

Agreed. I can't wait to see if we can really pull this off!

Meanwhile, in the L^8 Universe...

Keine

The recent fluctuations in temperature have been a little too extreme.

Keine

You two agree, right?

Cirno

I felt like the weather was strange the moment I got here, and that feeling's only gotten stronger.

Cirno

Something's definitely not right.

Mokou

On some days, there's a warm spring breeze, and on others, it's too cold and snowy to even go outside.

Mokou

There's got to be something causing this.

Keine

These fluctuations aren't normal, that's for sure. More people are getting sick this winter than ever before.

Keine

Maybe you're right. Maybe something's to blame for all this.

Keine

When things only change a little each day, it's hard to notice.

Keine

And before you know it, you hardly recognize the world around you. How could I have been so foolish?

Mokou

Don't be so hard on yourself.

Mokou

If I was back in my world, I doubt I'd have picked up on the warning signs either.

Cirno

Don't worry. We're here to help.

Cirno

It can't be a coincidence that we got transported here. There's gotta be a reason!

Cirno

I just wish there was more we could do!

Mokou

You're right. If all we do is tend to the sick, things won't get any better out there. In fact, they'll probably get worse.

Keine

I heard more and more people are visiting Eientei to ask for medicine.

Keine

But if things don't improve soon, we'll run out of beds for people here at the school.

Cirno

Whaddya say we try and fix this? You know, find the cause and put things back to normal.

Cirno

As the Brave Armored Fairy, it's my job to help those in need and reduce people's suffering, whatever world I'm in!

Mokou

Let's do it.

Keine

You guys...

Umm, I can't be sure...

But I think I know who's behind the changing weather!

Cirno

Y-You do?!

Keine

So far, we've been working off pure speculation, but if we're going to succeed, we need all the info we can get.

Mokou

PLAYER. Tell us everything you know.

Keine

So THAT'S who you saw...

Keine

Lily White wants to start spring early and make it last forever.

Keine

While Letty wants to make this winter as cold and snowy as possible.

Keine

And then there's Daiyousei...

Keine

She claims to want peace, but her actions are totally unpredictable.

Keine

Safe to say all three of them are from parallel worlds, just like Cirno and Mokou.

Cirno

I can't believe Dai's acting like that...

Mokou

Putting Daiyousei aside, Lily White and Letty are the ones behind this, aren't they?

Keine

I'd say so. They've turned Gensokyo into a battleground between winter and spring.

Keine

And that's what's causing all the sudden temperature changes.

Mokou

So in a roundabout way, they're to blame for all the people getting sick.

Cirno

You guys kinda lost me in the middle there... But the point is that we've gotta stop Lily and Letty, right?

Cirno

I'm gonna go find them!

Mokou

I'm coming, too. Keine, you stay here and look after everyone. That includes PLAYER.

Keine

You got it. Sorry you got wrapped up in all this. We're counting on you.

W-Wait! I know I won't be as useful as Miss Keine...

But take me with you!

Mokou

No. You're staying here.

Cirno

Things could get ugly out there. If you come with us...

Cirno

I'm afraid I can't guarantee your safety.

Cirno

Sorry, but that's not a risk I'm willing to take.

But... I want to help everyone.

I might not be much good in a fight...

But I'm sure there's something I can do! Please!

Mokou

...I feel bad leaving you here after a moving speech like that.

Cirno

In that case...

Cirno

Let's give the talking a rest. There's a simpler way to decide this.

Cirno

On guard, PLAYER. Show us what you're made of!

Cirno

With your levels of bravery, you'll be able to fend for yourself! In fact, you may even be of some assistance!

Mokou

...

Th-Thanks! I'll give it my all!

...What is it, Mokou?

Mokou

...Nothing! I feel a bit bad springing a battle on you like that.

Mokou

You're not hurt, are you?

I don't think so. Thanks for asking, though!

Cirno

Right then, time to head off!

Keine

Don't push yourselves too hard out there. If anything happens, come straight back.

Mokou

You got it.

Meanwhile, at Hakurei Shrine...

Reimu & Marisa

Achoo!

Reimu

Urgh, am I coming down with something?

Marisa

I dunno, but I've been feeling super drowsy lately. We better take care of ourselves.

Reimu

I've been thinking...

Reimu

The weather's been changing way too quick lately. I'm starting to get suspicious.

Marisa

It could be some kinda medium incident...

Reimu & Marisa

Nah, no way!

Reimu

Whatever's going on, we can deal with it tomorrow.

Marisa

Yeah, I need a lie-down.

And so Reimu and Marisa took an extra long nap.

Cirno

This is the place I first spotted PLAYER. I'm sure of it.

Mokou

There's no sign of Lily, Letty, or Daiyousei, though... We need to find out where they went.

They didn't leave any footprints in the snow...

Why don't we ask around?

Mokou

Good idea. Even if no one's seen them, we might find someone else who's picked up on this strange weather.

Loud Voice

I LOVE how warm it's been lately!

Cheerful Voice

Really? Tell you the truth, I was hoping winter would stay a little while longer.

Cirno

Sounds like there are some people over there. Let's go talk to 'em!

Kyouko

Don't you think spring's better than winter? I don't like cleaning in the cold.

Meiling

Yeah, I think napping... I-I mean guarding the gate and tending to the flowers is easier when it's warm!

Benben

I prefer winter, though. Snow is really beautiful, so it'd be a waste not to enjoy it while it's here.

Yatsuhashi

I like all the seasons. We get to play different concerts in each of them!

Shion

You're right. So long as it's not super cold, it doesn't matter whether it's winter or spring.

Shion

Winter hotpot is yummy, but so are all the fresh spring salads. With a full belly, I don't care what season it is.

Aya

Autumn has the best food, though. And the best scenery!

Eternity Larva

What are you on about?! Summer's clearly the number-one season!

Eternity Larva

The sunflower fields are beautiful, and all the swallowtail butterflies take flight! And who doesn't love shaved ice?!

Mokou

Sounds like they're all having fun.

Cirno

Yeah, but we need to find out what they know.

Cirno

Let's get 'em!

Mokou

You mean get them to talk, right? ...Right?

Cirno

Well, none of them had seen Lily, Letty, or Dai, but we got some pretty good intel!

Mokou

Yeah, but...

Mokou

(She gave them a shock, interrupting them like that...)

Mokou

(But all she did was try and talk to them.)

Cirno

What's the matter, Mokou?

Mokou

Oh, it's nothing.

Mokou

You're right. We did get some good intel.

Mokou

They told us the weather around the Youkai Mountain is even stranger than it is here.

Mokou

And that there's a strange wind blowing there. One that's both hot and cold. We should go investigate.

Hang on a minute!

I felt a similar wind when I met Miss Lily and Miss Letty!

Mokou

Sounds like they must've made a stop at the mountain.

Cirno

For all we know, they could still be there, duking it out.

Mokou

We better get there as fast as we can, then!

Back in the L2.8 Universe, everyone was on their way to buy friendship charms...

Clownpiece

We're almost at Lady Hecatia's stall! I hope they still have some in stock!

Tenshi

Me too!

Keine

Wait, why did you say "they"? Is someone there with her?

???

How very astute!

Hecatia

I'm the Hell goddess who organized this charity event!

Yukari

And I'm the sage who's sponsoring it.

Keine

Wow, a sage sponsor.

Futo

I have a bad feeling about them working together...

Yukari

Is that so? Would THESE put your mind at ease?

Hecatia

Check out these Hell goddess friendship charms! Only available at this charity event!

Yukari

There's a limited supply, so you better act fast.

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

We'll take 'em―

What's the matter, guys?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(I hadn't really thought about it until now...)

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(But those are FRIENDSHIP charms!)

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

On second thought...

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

We WON'T take 'em!

Hecatia

Oh, really? That's too bad.

Hecatia

These friendship charms have a special effect.

Futo

What kind of special effect?

Hecatia

So long as you carry one, it keeps all trouble away.

Yukari

When you're spending time with someone you care about, the last thing you want is to be disturbed, no?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Someone I care about...

Tenshi

Amazing!

Futo

That truly IS a special effect!

Hecatia

Isn't it just? And by the way, the "trouble" includes people...

Hecatia

Like those who agreed to meet up with you but never showed.

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Huh?!

Futo

Hrmm, is it really OK for us to buy these?

Tenshi

I dunno, but I really wanna take a set home and rub Iku's nose in all the fun we had today...

Keine

B-But what if the special effect keeps our friends away from us?

Yukari

Looks like you're not quite sure what to do.

Hecatia

How about a quick battle of bullets to help you relax?!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Whaaaaat?!

Yukari

Wonderful idea, Hecatia. Are you three ready?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

N-N-No!

Yukari

My, are you still not sure what to do?

Hecatia

Your friends let you down today, didn't they? What's there to think about?

Keine

Mokou did let me down. It's just...!

Futo

I'm annoyed with Tojiko. Of that, there's no doubt. But am I ANNOYED annoyed...?

Hecatia

Well, in that case, it sounds like you were all lying to each other as you enjoyed this event.

Tenshi

W-Were not! I really do wanna make Iku regret not showing up―

Keine

Hang on... How do you know what we've been talking about today?

Yukari

Simple. Because we've been watching you through my gaps.

Tenshi

I knew it...

Futo

Th-Thou hast been spying on us?!

Hecatia

I wouldn't go that far. But as this event's organizer, I had to keep an eye on all our guests.

Hecatia

If you've been telling the truth all day...

Hecatia

Then isn't your best bet to forget about your friends and have the best time you can together?

Keine

M-Maybe, but...

Hecatia

Don't worry. I know a lost cause when I see one.

Hecatia

I suppose I'll go and sell these last three friendship charms to someone who actually wants them.

Keine

W-Wait!

Yukari

What now?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

...

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

We'll take 'em... For real this time!

You really bought them, huh?

Futo

Uh-huh. We really did.

Keine

Are we sure this was the right thing to do?

Tenshi

A part of me still wishes I could meet up with Iku...

Futo

I say we DID do the right thing!

Futo

We can show off our charms to anyone we like. We don't need our friends. Dost thou not agree?

Keine

Y-You're right. And I can talk all about the fun we had here today with my students at school.

Tenshi

O-OK. We got what we came here for. All that's left is to enjoy the event!

In that case, I'll take you someplace new!

(I hope they don't regret this...)

Tenshi

I can't wait!

Clownpiece

What's up, PLAYER?

I feel like they're all trying really hard to act fine...

Clownpiece

Yeah, I get that. Lady Hecatia said she had some sorta plan, though...

Clownpiece

Anyway, there's no use getting hung up on it. There's still plenty of fun to be had today!

You're right... We have to show our guests around, too!

Clownpiece

All right, everyone, time to get moving! Next up―

Meanwhile in the L^8 Universe, at the foot of the Youkai Mountain...

Cirno

The mountain looks beautiful covered in snow, but the air feels strangely warm.

Mokou

I'd say we've come to the right place.

Yep, this is exactly what it was like before!

Miss Lily and Miss Letty must be here somewhere―

???

Wow, there's snow here, too!

Momiji

I was just thinking how warm it is today when it suddenly started snowing...

Sanae

When I got back from my errand, Moriya Shrine was covered in snow, too! I hope Biten and Miss Nemuno are OK...

Cirno

Hey, guys! Wait up―

Momiji

*gasp* You're from a parallel world!

Sanae & Momiji

Are you two behind this?!

Cirno & Mokou

No! Why would you think that?!

Sanae

You're clearly not this world's Miss Mokou and...

Sanae & Momiji

Wait, who are you?!

Cirno

Who do you think?!

Cirno

It's me, CIRNO!

Sanae & Momiji

Sorry for wrongly accusing you guys...

Mokou

It's all right. We're just glad everything's been cleared up.

Mokou

By the way, how long's the Youkai Mountain been like this?

Momiji

Hmm... A couple of hours, I reckon. It started snowing and since then, the weather's been crazy.

Sanae

It's kinda neat seeing all this snow when it's this warm, but if it all melts at once, we're in for a rough time.

Don't worry, we'll get to the bottom of this!

Momiji

Thank you. I'll let the white wolf tengu know what's going on.

Sanae

And I'll go tell Lady Kanako and Lady Suwako!

Cirno

She said it's only been like this for a couple of hours. Lily and Letty could still be on the mountain.

Mokou

If they are, then we gotta find them and put an end to all this.

Meanwhile, above the Youkai Mountain...

Letty

You really are a pain. Can't you see I've already brought winter to the mountain?

Letty

I don't care how much you want to make it spring here, you'll have to go somewhere else.

Lily White

Hehe, I think I'll stay. All I have to do is erase your winter with my spring!

Lily White

What's the point of a season this cold, anyway? Spring is the only season Gensokyo needs!

Lily White

Which is why I'm going to make it last forever! This will be my new paradise!

Letty

Well tough luck, because I've already decided this is going to be MY new paradise.

Letty

The longer winter lasts, the better. The colder, the better, too.

Letty

At least, that's what I thought before...

Lily White

You mean you changed your mind? Have you finally released winter is literally the worst season?

Letty

Far from it.

Letty

I've decided to make this winter last forever!

Letty

We clashed right away, but deep down, all I wanted was to know winter would come back around eventually.

Letty

After all, there are plenty of people like you who love spring. I didn't want to take that away from them.

Letty

So I was open to working with you...

Letty

But then you really started to annoy me.

Lily White

(Oh, boy. She seems REALLY angry!)

Lily White

C-Calm down! Someone's gonna get hurt!

Letty

Maybe.

Letty

But it isn't gonna be me!

Cirno & Mokou

...

Mokou

I don't wanna be a downer, but... how are we supposed to stop them?

I-I guess we could try talking to them?

Without interrupting them, that is. Or getting too close!

Cirno

Well, we've gotta try something! Leave this to me!

Mokou

I hope they realize she's just trying to help people. I doubt it though...

Letty

What do you want?

Lily White

What's an ice fairy doing here? Did you come to root for winter?

Cirno

Nope. But I heard you both talking about creating paradise. That's a truly noble goal.

Cirno

But there are people out there suffering because of what you're doing, and I can't let that slide!

Letty

I know we've been fighting over whether it should be winter or spring...

Lily White

But how are people suffering?

Cirno

Well, you know... with all the winter... and all the spring...

Cirno

I dunno! But people ARE suffering!

Cirno

It's got something to do with temperature frustrations. Or is it fluctuations? Whatever it is, people are getting really sick!

Cirno

Which is why I'm here to stop you!

Letty & Lily White

...

Letty

Sorry, but you've totally lost me.

Lily White

You're saying a whole bunch of words, but it's so hard to follow.

Letty & Lily White

So whatever it is you want, the answer...

Letty & Lily White

Is no!

Cirno

Whaaaaat?!

Mokou

It looks like Cirno's plan didn't work.

Mokou

We better go give her a hand!

Mokou

Urgh... With all the snow and cherry blossom petals, I can hardly see a thing.

Mokou

What's with all the spirits?! They're getting in the way!

Mokou

Wait... They seem way too energetic. Please tell me there's not ANOTHER problem for us to deal with!

Mokou

Well, we managed to get rid of the spirits...

Cirno

But we lost sight of Lily and Letty. Sorry I couldn't convince them to stop.

Mokou

Don't sweat it. They were being stubborn and with all those spirits, what were you supposed to do?

Cirno

It would've been easier if all we had to deal with was snowflakes and petals...

Mokou

Agreed. Where did those spirits even come from?

Do you think it has something to do with the weather?

Mokou

Hard to say. What bugs me is how quickly they all appeared.

Cirno

Yeah, but for now, we just gotta focus on finding Lily and Letty again. They can't have gone far.

Mokou

You're right. Let's go!

???

Aww... Even getting the spirits to help didn't do the trick.

Daiyousei

Why are they so determined to ruin my plans?

Daiyousei

All I want is peace!

Meanwhile, at Hakurei Shrine...

Marisa

Is it just me, or are more and more people complaining about feeling drowsy and getting headaches?

Reimu

Yeah. And this weather's getting really crazy. It's like winter and spring have both come at once.

Reimu & Marisa

Maybe this IS a medium incident...

Reimu & Marisa

Nah, no way!

Marisa

Reimu, can you pour me some more tea?

Reimu

Pour it yourself. I can't be bothered to move today.

And so Reimu didn't move for the rest of the day. And after giving up on her tea, neither did Marisa...

Back in the L2.8 Universe...

Futo

Wow, there's so much to do at this event!

Tenshi

Today's been great! We ate a ton of yummy food and bought a bunch of stuff to go with our friendship charms!

L-Listen up, guys! The live music show's about to start.

Wanna go check it out?

Keine

Sounds good to me. Sorry for making you show us around all day.

Clownpiece

Don't sweat it. It's all part of our job! Now, follow us!

Lunasa

It's amazing that this many of you came to see us play.

Merlin

We hope we can make you all happy with our music!

Lyrica

Speaking of which, let's start the next song!

Tenshi

I never would've guessed we'd get to see the Prismriver sisters perform today!

Futo

Did thou readest not the flyer? I was looking forward to seeing this with Tojiko...

Tenshi

Come to think of it, Iku did mention something about live music. I always leave everything to her so I guess I forgot...

Keine

They really know how to put on a show. I can see why Mokou likes them―

Keine

N-Not that I know that for sure. I've only tagged along with her to a couple of their shows!

Keine

Anyway, today's show was another spectacular one!

Keine

I-I think we're done here. Is there anywhere else you can show us?

Clownpiece

Hmm, let me think...

Clownpiece

Oh, I know! It's gonna be a little crowded on the way, so stick close to us!

Byakuren

My, I didn't know you were all here.

Miko

Hello, Futo. Isn't Tojiko with you?

Futo

T-Tojiko?!

Futo

She never came to meet me. I-I assumed she was busy carrying out a special order from thee.

Miko

I never gave her any orders... It's a little concerning she didn't show up when she was supposed to.

Byakuren

Maybe you two slipped by each other. She could still be waiting for you. Are you sure you don't want to go check?

Futo

W-Well, uhh...

Futo

Wh-Why don't we all warm up with a battle of bullets first?! I'm freezing!

Everyone

Huh?!

Miko

...Very well. I suppose a little battle couldn't hurt.

After the battle, Futo and the others went back to enjoying the event. There was just one problem...

Everyone looks kinda bummed out.

Maybe they're still thinking about their friends...

Clownpiece

Hmm, I think you're right.

Tenshi

I know we just bought these...

Tenshi

But do you wanna see if we can give 'em back?

Futo

I was thinking the same thing. I'm worried about their special effect...

Keine

Me too. I feel bad for the Hell goddess, but we've got to get rid of them.

Yukari & Hecatia

Not a chance!

Hecatia

Those charms are non-refundable. Besides, until you break the curse, their effect won't go away.

Yukari

So there's no use simply throwing them away.

Keine

Hold up... What's this about a curse?

Hecatia

Oh, did I forget to mention?

Hecatia

Those charms are cursed.

Tenshi

The charms are cursed? What does that mean?

Hecatia

Exactly what it sounds like. And I should know, I cursed them myself.

Futo

So it's the curse that keeps trouble―and troublesome people―away?

Futo

So whoever owns the charms is afflicted? Thou hast truly gotten the better of us...

Yukari

Only a fine Taoist would grasp all of that so quickly. You saved us from having to explain it to you.

Hecatia

Hmm, you don't seem fully convinced. But surely you've experienced the curse's power already.

Hecatia

None of you have met up with your friends yet, have you?

Keine

Well, no. But why would we have? It's not like Mokou and the others are even at this event.

Yukari

How can you be so sure?

Yukari

It'd be strange if not one of them came here to look for you, wouldn't it?

Tenshi

I-I guess...

Yukari

Hehe, you're free to believe whatever you wish.

Hecatia

Don't look so worried.

Hecatia

I'll give you a clue as to how you can lift the curse. Think of it as a freebie that comes with every purchase.

Futo

Well, she gaveth us a clue... but what should we do now?

Keine

She said... "If you've been lying to yourselves and each other all day, then perhaps it's time to tell the truth."

Clownpiece

Hmm, I think when you guys decide you're gonna lift the curse, those charms are gonna test you.

Tenshi

Test us? But how?

Sorry, we don't know the specifics...!

(And sorry for not telling you all this sooner!)

Keine

Maybe the charms will transform or something. Let's wait a while before―

???

Ikuuu! Where are youuu?!

???

Tojikooo! Where art thouuu?!

???

Mokouuu! I miss youuu!

Tenshi

D-Did you guys hear that?!

Futo

Y-Yep. Let's go check it out!

Tenshi?

Iku! If you don't come find me, I'm gonna cause an earthquake. That OK with you?

Futo?

I can't bear to be apart from thee, Tojiko! I'm nothing without thee!

Keine?

Mokou, are you spending the day with the Lunar princess or something? I'm so lonely I could cry...

Tenshi, Futo & Keine?

Come quiiiiick!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Stooooop!

Tenshi

What's with those guys? They look like us, but they're so... cringey!

Futo

That version of me is screaming about how I truly feel... I-I mean, she's screaming a bunch of nonsense!

Keine

What if someone hears them? ...What if OUR FRIENDS hear them?!

Keine

W-We've gotta stop them! This could be the test! (I sure hope it is!)

Tenshi & Futo

R-Right!

Tenshi?

*sniff* Why won't you come find me, Iku? Please! I promise not to act selfish anymore...

Futo?

Tojiko, I'm sorry for eating the sweets thou made the other day. They just smelled so good...

Keine?

Mokou, if you want me to wear cute clothes, just say so. I'd dress all in peach and put ribbons in my hair for you...

Tenshi

(I-I wanted to tell her all that myself, but it's just so...)

Futo

(Hrmm... I kept meaning to apologize to her for that, but it's just so...)

Keine

(I'd love to ask Mokou about my outfit, but it's just so...)

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(Just so embarrassing!)

Futo

They finally quieted down.

Keine

If you ask me, they're a little TOO quiet...

Fake Tenshi

Hey...

Fake Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Have you guys really been telling the truth all day?

Fake Tenshi, Futo & Keine

Or have you been locking your true feelings inside? How long do you intend to keep lying?

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

...

Fake Futo

Was what we said really nonsense? Or were we simply saying what you were too afraid to?

Fake Keine

You can keep your feelings trapped inside if you wish, but surely you know where that path leads.

Fake Tenshi

You don't need to share everything.

Fake Tenshi

But a little honestly can go a long way... for both your friends and yourselves.

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

...

Tenshi

I...

Tenshi

I have so much more fun when I'm with Iku.

Tenshi

Even though I can be selfish, she accepts me. And when I take things too far, she isn't afraid to tell me!

Futo

Tojiko and I often argue... but we make up for each other's shortcomings as we serve Lady Taishi.

Futo

I can always depend on her. In a way... No, in EVERY way, I'm in her debt.

Futo

I'm nothing without her by my side!

Keine

Wow, you guys...

Keine

...

Keine

I always try my best to teach Mokou. I figured my role in our friendship was to lead her.

Keine

But if that's the case, why do I feel so lost without her? It was her who showed me the wonder of music concerts.

Keine

Turns out I need her.

Tenshi

Th-They vanished... What even were they?

Futo

And what was that shattering sound?

???

Congratulations!

Clownpiece

It's Lady Hecatia!

Hecatia

You passed the test and now the curse is lifted!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

F-For real?!

Yukari

Uh-huh. The big blue Seal Crystals we built into all the monuments granted your wishes and shattered.

Yukari

But you all wished for the same thing, right? To see your friends.

Tenshi

Whoa, let's go check out over there next!

Keine

The winter decorations and sparkling blue monuments are delightful, but there's also a lot to do at this event.

Keine

So they were blue because there were Seal Crystals inside?!

Yukari

Hehe, pretty ingenious, no?

Futo

I'm just glad the curse is lifted...

Tenshi

I wish Iku and the others were here, though.

Hecatia

In that case, I have good news.

Keine

...What is it?

Yukari

Don't worry, you're about to find out. Look...

Tenshi

Whoa, the charms are glowing!

Hecatia

Which means it's time for us to leave. Enjoy the rest of the charity event!

???

Our charms are getting brighter!

???

We must be close now!

???

Yep. There's no doubt about it!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

That's...!

Futo

Wh-What art you three doing here?!

Tenshi

And...

Keine

Why do you all have friendship charms?!

A little while earlier...

Mokou

So we all came here to meet someone, huh?

Iku

Yep, it's quite a coincidence.

Tojiko

I can't believe our friends aren't here, though... Plus, the bakeneko shikigami who led me here has disappeared.

Iku

If only there was an event organizer or a guide here...

???

You called?

Everyone

...Huh?

Hecatia

It's us, the event organizers!

Yukari

If you're searching for your friends, we have some items that can help.

Tojiko

Are they... limited-edition friendship charms?

Yukari & Hecatia

Bingo!

Hecatia

They're each imbued with magic.

Yukari

If you keep them with you, you might just find who you're looking for.

Mokou

Sounds fishy... but I guess we've got no better options.

Yukari

A wise decision. There you go...

Yukari & Hecatia

And here's your change!

Iku

It wasn't long before the charms started glowing.

Tojiko

We went in whatever direction made them brighter, and they led us to you.

Keine

W-Wow.

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(I'm glad they didn't see the fake versions of us!)

Futo, Keine, and Tenshi apologized to their friends. They were glad to finally be together. There was just one problem...

Futo

What?! I got the time of our meet-up wrong?!

Tenshi

You're telling me I got it wrong, too?!

Futo and Tenshi were to blame all along. But with time, perhaps this whole debacle will become a fond memory...

Clownpiece

Right, we're all together and there's still some time left before the event ends.

Whaddya say we have some fun?!

Tenshi

I like the sound of that!

Futo

Thanks to these charms, we've all managed to make some new friends.

Keine

Let's celebrate our day of coincidences and miracles in style.

Clownpiece

That's what I like to hear! Follow us, everyone!

Keine

Say, Mokou... weren't your charms cursed?

Keine

Assuming they were, then the reason the curse didn't activate must've been...

Keine

Because you were searching for a true friend.

Mokou

Hm? What was that, Keine?

Keine

O-Oh, nothing! Let's catch up with the others!

Hecatia

Power is generated when someone overcomes adversity.

Hecatia

Like when they eat a steaming hot snack out in the cold, when they make new friends and reunite with old ones...

Hecatia

Or when they lift a treacherous curse.

Hecatia

Everyone performed magically at this event. Particularly the three Clownpiece and PLAYER led around.

Yukari

Yes. With all the power generated, we're one step closer to completing our true goal.

Hecatia

I'm getting excited already.

Yukari

Before long, we'll be able to hold a truly extraordinary festival!

Hecatia

The venue...

Yukari & Hecatia

Hecatia Land!

Doremin

Hm? Is that a rival I smell?

Hecatia

But we're in no rush. For now, let's make sure everyone enjoys the last of today's event.

Yukari

Agreed. Here's to today's guests.

Yukari & Hecatia

And to Gensokyo and Hell, which stay warm even on the coldest of winter nights.

Meanwhile in the L^8 Universe, high above Gensokyo...

Mokou

We've got a good view from up here, but we still can't seem to find them.

Cirno

(We need to find Lily and Letty, but I can't stop thinking about Dai. I wonder where she is...)

Mokou

What's up, Cirno?

Cirno

I-It's nothing. I was thinking about something... but it doesn't matter right now!

Mokou

If you say so... Hold up. Who's that over there?

Let's ask her if she's seen Miss Lily and Miss Letty!

Mokou

It looks like she's a bit flustered... Which I guess is good news for us.

Youmu

...Miss Lily and Miss Letty were fighting, but they looked different from normal. I didn't recognize them at first.

Mokou

That's who we're trying to find. Can you tell us anything more?

Youmu

S-Sure. Their battle was over by The Barrier of Life and Death, and...

Cirno

What is it?

Youmu

Nothing. It's just...

Youmu

I don't recognize you two, either!

Cirno & Mokou

(Who does she think she's been talking to?!)

Youmu

Umm, the one in the big winter coat is Mokou and the one in the suit of armor is...

Youmu

Oh, it's you, Miss Cirno! You look all grown up.

Cirno

For the hundredth time! IT'S ME, CI―

Cirno

Wait, you knew it was me?!

Youmu

U-Umm, Miss Cirno, c-can you let go of me?!

Cirno

I just wanna give you a nice warm hug! What's the big deal?!

Youmu

That's fine... It's just... your armor... is so... heavy.

Cirno

Y-Youmu?! Sorry, I just got so excited!

Mokou

Getting back on track, you said you saw Lily and Letty battling by The Barrier of Life and Death, right?

Youmu

Y-Yes. I tried to stop them, but the temperature kept fluctuating and I started to get dizzy...

Youmu

Not to mention, their battle was super intense! You parallel-world folk sure are scary!

Cirno

I can't blame you for being frightened. But don't worry, we'll handle them.

Youmu

O-OK. If things don't get better soon, Lady Yuyuko might never get out from under the covers again...

Youmu

B-But this is bigger than that, I suppose! Please, do all you can!

Mokou

We will. And... good luck with your master.

Lily White

Quit following me! I'll turn you into spring, you know?!

Letty

Oh, yeah? Not if I turn you into a snowfairy first.

Mokou

Things have escalated since we saw them on the mountain! I'm not sure we can get close enough to talk.

Cirno

Then we'll have to let our bullets do the talking!

Cirno

Well, this isn't working!

Mokou

Bullets aren't enough to stop them, huh? But maybe this is our chance to talk to them!

Cirno

All right, I'll try and convince them to stop! Will you come with me this time?

Mokou

Hmm... You got it!

Cirno & Mokou

Hey, you two! Listen up!

Letty

What now?

Lily White

Do you want another battle of bullets?

Cirno

No. There's something we need to tell you.

Lily White & Letty

There is?

Mokou

Letty! You want to make winter even colder and stop it from ending, right?

Letty

That's right. I want to create an ice-cold, spring-less paradise.

Cirno

But if a season never ends, can it even be called a season? By definition, a season has to come and go.

Mokou

Besides, an ice-cold Gensokyo is YOUR idea of paradise. Is your plan to force it on everyone else?

Mokou

Are you really OK making them all miserable like that?!

Letty

I-I...!

Cirno

And Lily! You want to turn Gensokyo into a land of spring, yeah?

Lily White

Sure do! I've been busy collecting all the spring I can find!

Mokou

Hate to break it to you, but no matter how much spring you collect, the cycle of the seasons won't stop.

Cirno

All that spring will soon dissipate. There's no stopping it. But remember, without the other seasons, there'd be no spring.

Lily White

So you're saying everything I've done has been for nothing? I can't make spring last forever?

Mokou

No, you can't. The cycle of the four seasons can't be stopped.

Cirno

Even if you somehow pulled it off, everyone's lives would be disrupted, and they'd start praying for a new season.

Cirno

In other words... they'd end up hating spring!

Lily White

H-Hating spring?!

Lily White

To me, spring is the most wonderful season, and that's never going to change.

Lily White

But...

Lily White

Everyone starting to hate it would make me really sad.

(We're getting through to her! That just leaves...)

Mokou

I think you already get what we're trying to say, Letty, but let me tell you about my world.

Mokou

The only season there is winter. By now, we've gotten used to it and have even found ways to have fun...

Mokou

But if it were any colder, we'd have to struggle to survive. Before long, we'd come to resent our world.

Mokou

The reason we enjoy winter is because it's cold... but not too cold.

Letty

...

Letty

I'm sure there are others who feel the same. No doubt they want this winter to come to an end sometime soon.

Letty

A part of me still wants to turn this Gensokyo into my version of paradise...

Letty

But just like Lily, I don't want everyone to start hating my favorite season.

All right! They both stopped!

Cirno

It was a little dicey, but we did it!

Mokou

Now we just need to find a way to put the weather back to normal―

???

Stop right there!

Cirno

I-It's you!

Cirno

Are you...

Cirno

Daiyousei?!

Daiyousei

Oh, it's you, Cirno. That outfit isn't very peaceful, but it's rather splendid.

Daiyousei

Now, let's get straight to business.

Daiyousei

I came to stop these two.

Daiyousei

They're free to do as they please, just as I'm free to find a peaceful solution to their conflict!

Oh, uhh... we actually already sorted everything out!

Thanks for coming, but we're all good!

Daiyousei

No, you're not "all good."

Daiyousei

I was watching from above, and it seemed to me that you lectured both Lily and Letty. Hardly a peaceful solution.

Daiyousei

I instructed them to both do as they please... but thanks to you, the path to peace has been shut.

Daiyousei

Lily, Letty, you have my blessing to pick up where you left off!

Lily White

Th-Thanks, but...

Letty

But we're done fighting each other. We don't want to mess with the seasons anymore.

Daiyousei

Hmm, what an unfortunate turn of events. I'll have to rethink my plan for universal peace.

Cirno

Daiyousei...

Cirno

Why do you want them to keep fighting? How does that lead to peace?

Daiyousei

Isn't it obvious?

Daiyousei

You can't suppress your true feelings for long. They soon burst free and cause even greater conflicts.

Daiyousei

I thought about stopping Lily and Letty, but I decided letting them act freely would lead to a better outcome.

Daiyousei

After releasing all their emotions, their hearts would find peace.

Daiyousei

Lecturing them both isn't a true solution. Just like asking them to suppress their feelings, it'll lead to more conflict.

Mokou

Go on then, what's your big plan?

Daiyousei

To let them do as they please, except when they cause conflict―in which case, I'll stop them. Over and over again.

Mokou

Isn't that just like us lecturing them both... but worse?

Daiyousei

Not at all. You're merely trusting them to not fight, but I KNOW I'm powerful enough to stop them.

Daiyousei

And in doing so, I'll usher in true and everlasting peace.

Cirno

So you'll stop them, and then what? Are you gonna tell them to "do as they please" again?

Daiyousei

Very good, Cirno! That's exactly what I'll tell them.

Daiyousei

And if they happen to start fighting again, I'll stop them once more!

Cirno

You're wrong. The Dai I know would never do something as reckless as that.

Daiyousei

What do you mean?

Cirno

Daiyousei, what you're describing is peace in the form of endless conflict!

Cirno

If that's truly what you want... then I'll have to stop you!

Daiyousei

Hmm... How do I make you understand?

Daiyousei

I know!

Daiyousei

I'll try shooting bullets at you!

Mokou

That's hardly a peaceful solution, is it? I don't know anything about you or the world you're from...

Cirno

But allow us to show you the meaning of peace!

Daiyousei

I-I lost...

Daiyousei

I can't lose. I need to stop all conflicts in the name of peace.

Cirno

Dai...

Cirno

It doesn't matter what your goal is, fighting is fighting.

Cirno

I might not be the brightest, but there are some things I know.

Cirno

I know what conflict is. And I know what peace is.

Cirno

People don't fight because they want to. They fight for their ideals... and for peace.

Cirno

Once peace is achieved, people fight to protect it. Some fight to protect the ones they love, others fight to end conflict.

Cirno

In some ways, peace requires some people to resist doing as they please...

Cirno

And instead, choosing to join hands with those around them. That's what true peace means to me.

Daiyousei

Cirno...

Daiyousei

To you, peace is something everyone builds together, not something bestowed upon them.

Daiyousei

That's a wonderful thought.

Mokou

...You still intend to go ahead with your plan, don't you?

Daiyousei

No, I'm done with that. I see now that in this world, my methods won't bring about peace.

Daiyousei

If anything, all I managed to do was prolong Lily and Letty's conflict, and for that, I must apologize.

Daiyousei

I'm sorry, everyone.

Cirno

We all make mistakes. Some people never realize the ones they've made.

Cirno

But you did. And I think that makes you pretty special!

Mokou

That goes for the two of you as well. You really listened to what we had to say.

Letty, Daiyousei & Lily White

Thank you.

Daiyousei

Huh... All this gives me an idea.

Everyone

What kinda idea?

Daiyousei

I think I have a way to make up for all the trouble we've caused in this world...

A few days later...

Meiling

Winter's in full swing, huh? I liked the warm days, but it feels better now the flow of qi is back to normal.

Kyouko

I found some ways to have fun while cleaning in the cold. I've been making snowmen and practicing my screaming!

Meiling

(Sounds like she hasn't been doing much cleaning!)

Shion

Tonight, me and Joon are having luxury hot pot, and tomorrow, we're going to the Former Hell hot springs!

Keine

Now the weather's settled down, there are far fewer people getting ill. We don't need to treat them here anymore.

That's great news!

All our new parallel-world friends did amazing!

Keine

Oh, yeah?

Mokou

It was all thanks to Daiyousei's plan...

Cirno

So what's this idea then?

Daiyousei

Lily, Letty, you messed with the weather to get your favorite season to last forever, right?

Daiyousei

Why don't you mess with it again, but this time, take it nice and slow and try to put everything back to normal?

Cirno

You're right. If they try to fix things too quickly, it might make everything worse.

Mokou

Then we'll have more than just a bunch of sick people on our hands.

Letty

Wait, people were getting sick because of us? I had no idea...

Letty

I'll do whatever I can to make things right.

Lily White

Me, too!

Lily White

If I disperse the spring I've gathered little by little, winter should reappear!

Letty

In the meantime, I'll try and fine-tune the temperature.

Letty

It can't be too hot, or too cold. I'll make it just right.

Daiyousei

Thanks, guys!

Keine

So after Daiyousei's original plan kept making everything worse, she came up with a new one that actually led to peace.

Mokou

Pretty much. Now that the weather's stable again, I'd say we've got nothing to worry about.

Cirno

Hey, guys. You got a minute?

Cirno

Daiyousei says she has something to show everyone from parallel worlds.

Mokou

Not sure I like the sound of that...

Keine

I'm sure it'll be fine. But just in case...

Keine

Will you go with them, PLAYER? I have to get ready for the school to reopen.

Sure thing, Miss Keine!

Keine

Thanks. If you run into any trouble, let me know right away.

Daiyousei

Thanks for coming, everyone! I found something rather special and wanted to show it to you.

Letty

Wow... they're beautiful.

Lily White

I've never seen flowers blooming in the snow before... They're incredible!

Daiyousei

Aren't they just? It's like winter and spring are in perfect harmony. They've found peace.

Cirno

You know, I think you're right!

Daiyousei

Oh, and I also found this!

Mokou

Th-That's a pretty big Seal Crystal.

Daiyousei

I know, right? I couldn't believe my eyes at first!

Daiyousei

I kept wondering what I could do for everyone.

Daiyousei

But I can't control the seasons or the weather. So I looked for a way to get us all home.

Daiyousei

Some of you might want to stay, and that's OK. But I know at least one person who wants to go home...

Daiyousei

Me.

Daiyousei

I want to go back and use everything I learned here about peace.

Daiyousei

With a Seal Crystal this big, I figure it has enough power for more than one of us. What do you think?

Cirno

I think you might be onto something! It definitely looks more powerful than a regular red Seal Crystal!

Mokou

I hope it is.

Mokou

I have people waiting for me back home.

Letty

Since it's red, I guess we have to wait until someone somewhere uses a big blue Seal Crystal.

Lily White

In the meantime, let's search for some regular-sized red Seal Crystals!

Everyone

Hm?

Mokou

Well, that was fast...

Everyone

It smashed!

Daiyousei

Th-This is all happening so fast...

Daiyousei

Sorry, everyone!

Th-They're all gone!

I wish I got to say goodbye... but I'm happy for them!

???

PLAYER, we found you!

Reimu

I don't wanna alarm you, but I think Gensokyo's been struck by...

Reimu & Marisa

A medium incident!

I know. We just got done resolving it.

Marisa

...Hm?

Reimu & Marisa

You resolved it already?!

If ever there was a moment that encapsulated the peace of daily life in Gensokyo, it was this.

As PLAYER laughed at her friends' overreactions, she thought to herself that she wouldn't change a thing...

Reimu & Marisa

We got out of bed for nothing!

Yukari

...

Miss Yukariiii, I'm baaaack!

Yukari

...

...Miss Yukari? What's the matter?

(Since when did she have all these blankets?)

Yukari

*snore*

Sh-She's asleep!

I don't wanna wake her up, though...

(Guess I'll help myself to a blanket!)

*yawn* (I'm getting kinda sleepy.)

(...No. I gotta stay awake till Miss Yukari wakes up.)

Yukari

*sleepy stretch* How long was I napping for?

Yukari

...Hm? Is she still not back yet―?

Yukari

I wonder how long she's been sleeping next to me.

Yukari

Hehe, I promised her a hug when she got back, but I don't want to wake her.

Yukari

So for now...

Yukari

She'll have to settle for some of my finest head pats.

Yukari

Welcome back, PLAYER.

Yukari

May your dreams be full of joy.

In the L2.8 Universe, after Hecatia's charity event had come to a close...

Clownpiece

Hey, everyone, wanna have a house party?!

Keine

A house party, huh? I suppose it'd be nice to get together with everyone.

Futo

Indeed. Spending time with others is the best. And indoors, we can truly relax!

Tenshi

It's settled then. Let's decide on all the details!

Keine

We'll need to prepare a few things. What sort of activities and food should we have?

Futo

Why don't we make it a healthy hotpot party? I can secure all manner of healing herbs and spices from Lady Seiga!

Tenshi

I like the sound of that.

Keine

OK, assuming we go with hotpot... PLAYER, do you have any requests?

Hmm, it's got nothing to do with hotpot...

But since it's almost Christmas, how about some cake?

Clownpiece

Good idea! I love cake!

Keine

Sounds like we're all agreed on hotpot and cake. Next, we have to pick a venue―

Clownpiece

Wait! There's something I wanna do!

Tenshi

What?

Clownpiece

For helping Lady Hecatia make her event a HUGE success...

Clownpiece

She gave me a present!

Tenshi, Futo & Keine

(D-Does she just want to show off?!)

Clownpiece

Getting presents is fun, opening presents is fun, and giving presents is fun.

Clownpiece

So why don't we all get each other presents?!

Futo

Hmm, that sounds fun to me!

Tenshi

I can't give you all artifacts from Heaven... so I'll have to find something else!

Keine

Well, now that's settled, back to the venue―

???

Where are we?!

Tenshi

Wh-What now?!

Clownpiece

Dunno! But let's go check it out!

Keine

...What about the venue?

Daiyousei

Umm... does anyone recognize this world?

Letty

Sadly not. This doesn't look like home to me.

Cirno

This... isn't Former Fairyland, huh? Which means this isn't my home either.

Lily White

Nor mine. The Netherworld hasn't stolen any of Gensokyo's spring here.

Mokou

Do I even need to say it? This world clearly isn't stuck in winter.

Daiyousei

Tough luck...

Daiyousei

I can't believe that big red Seal Crystal sent us to a world none of us know...

Daiyousei

Sorry you all got dragged into this!

Cirno

Don't sweat it! We were just as excited about the crystal as you―

Cirno

...Huh?

People From This World

Wh-Who are you?!

Parallel World Visitors

Who are we? Who are YOU?!

Letty

...And that's how we ended up in this world.

Hecatia

Thanks for the explanation. It all makes sense now.

Yukari

You'll need somewhere to stay as you search for a way to get home.

Hecatia

Don't worry, I have just the place.

Tenshi

Wow, that's great!

Futo

If there's anything we can do to help, I pray thee let us know!

???

That's all well and good...

Reimu

But why are you here?

Hecatia

I could take them back to Hell, but them being in Gensokyo seems more convenient for everyone.

Yukari

Plus, it'll be more fun for you this way. Just think of them as worshippers.

Reimu

Except I doubt they'll be leaving any offerings! And besides, who says I wasn't having fun before they showed up?

Reimu

...Whatever. I suppose I have enough room and food to spare.

Lily White

That's what we like to hear! I'll let you be my Fairy Herald of Spring herald as a reward for your kindness!

Daiyousei

Can I bring a few small animals inside before bedtime?

Mokou

I'd prefer all of my meals hot if you don't mind.

Cirno

I'm gonna need somewhere to train.

Letty

Don't worry about a bed for me. I can sleep in the freezer if things are getting tight.

Reimu

There are SO many things I wanna say right now, but instead...

Reimu

I'll just exorcise the lot of you!

Parallel World Visitors

(Sh-She wouldn't ACTUALLY exorcise us... would she?!)

Hecatia

Now that's all settled, why don't you explore this world a little?

Yukari

You can make the most of this Gensokyo while looking for a way home.

I'll show you around! I've already had lots of practice!

Mokou

In that case, lead the way.

Clownpiece

I'll come too―

Hecatia

Clownpiece, we need you to stay and help us!

Clownpiece

Oh, OK...

Daiyousei

So you brought us to this world's Youkai Mountain, huh?

Mokou

The weather here isn't so different from the last world.

Cirno

Hold up. That's...

This World's Lily

I'm looking forward to spring, but the mountain's so pretty this time of year! All the snow is so soft and sparkly!

This World's Letty

Hehe, I'm glad you're enjoying winter. I'm excited for spring's scenery to arrive.

Letty

Sounds like this world's us have found ways to understand and appreciate all the seasons, huh?

Lily White

Th-They get along so well! I can't believe this world's me respects seasons other than spring...!

You shouldn't force it, but it's important to get along!

Lily White

I-I'll try and remember some people think that way!

???

Hey, you over there―

This World's Letty

Wow, I can't believe I ran into another version of me.

Letty

Me neither. It's like looking in some kind of fascinating mirror.

This World's Lily

You're so grown up! I love your outfit and your staff!

Lily White

My staff's pretty great, right?! You can hold it if you like.

This World's Letty

I know! Why don't we have a battle of bullets?

This World's Lily

That sounds like fun!

Letty

Hehe, I guess we have enough time to spare.

Lily White

All right! Get ready for me to warm you up!

This World's Letty

That was so much fun. What a wonderful experience.

Letty

Well, it was all your idea.

This World's Lily

Enjoy the rest of your time in this world!

Lily White

We will! We're planning to see as much of it as we can!

Letty

Say... Do you think we could try getting along like those two?

Lily White

Hrmmm...!

Lily White

I-I'll think about it!

Letty

Hehe, thanks.

Daiyousei

Wow, Cirno's house is so pretty! I'm glad it's not damaged!

Cirno

Wait, I have a house?!

Mokou

Turns out there are more than similarities between us and our parallel-world selves.

Letty

Customs and day-to-day life are different in each world. The way people look and think, too.

Lily White

Come to think of it, this world's me was pretty tiny. Reminds me of old times.

This World's Cirno

Hey, PLAYER! You here to play?!

This World's Daiyousei

What should we do today? Maybe we could invite Sunny and the others and play hide and seek in the forest...

Cirno & Daiyousei

...Who are all of you?!

Lily White

C-Calm down, you two!

Daiyousei

Hey, Cirno. What do you say we play with them?

Cirno

You read my mind. It's not every day you get to battle yourself...

Cirno

I wanna see my―I mean HER bravery first hand!

Daiyousei

You're all business, huh? Let's give them our best shot!

This World's Cirno

S-So, uhh, you guys are us... right?

Cirno

I know it's confusing, but basically, yeah.

Daiyousei

Uh-huh. Think of this as your chance to see what you look like in parallel worlds!

(That doesn't really explain much!)

(But maybe it's easier this way...?)

This World's Daiyousei

G-Got it. I feel like that clears things up.

This World's Cirno

Whoa, wayda go, Dai!

This World's Daiyousei

Hehe...

Cirno & Daiyousei

...You know what?

Cirno

What?

This World's Cirno

I look so cool!

This World's Daiyousei

A-And I look so elegant and grown-up!

This World's Cirno

Are we friends in parallel worlds, too?

Daiyousei

Oh, uhh...

Cirno

Of course you are!

Daiyousei

We are?!

Cirno

We had a little falling out, but we're back to being friends again. Isn't that right, Dai?

Daiyousei

That's right!

This World's Daiyousei

Did you hear that, Cirno? We're friends everywhere!

This World's Cirno

Not just friends. BEST friends!

Daiyousei

Cirno...

Daiyousei

Thank you.

Cirno

This world's village has a ton of shops just like the last world's.

I wanted to bring you here while they were all open...

But with all the stops we made, it got kinda late!

Mokou

It's all right. In a way, it's better for us with fewer people around.

Letty

Agreed. We don't want to confuse anyone else today.

Lily White

We can always sneak back here and look at some of the shops tomorrow!

Cirno

Come to think of it, everyone in this world always seems to be out and about with someone.

Daiyousei

Yeah, and they get along really well... It's wonderful.

Letty

We ended up in this world by chance, but I feel like I've learned a lot here already.

Cirno

I'm worried about my friends back home... but these parallel worlds really are something.

Lily White

...Huh? Where did Mokou go?

Daiyousei

Hmm, I don't see her.

Letty

But she was with us a second ago... I hope she didn't get lost.

Cirno

I doubt it. But we should still look for her.

Keine

It's a little frosty today...

Mokou

Hey, you OK?

Keine

Mokou?!

Keine

Wait... you're not this world's Mokou.

Mokou

Speaking of which, where is she? How come she's not with you?

Keine

We agreed to meet here after I finished teaching for the day―

Mokou

You must be cold. Here, take my coat.

Keine

Thanks, but I'm OK. Besides, if you lent me your coat, you'd be the cold one.

Lily White

Look, there's Mokou! She's talking to Keine.

Phew... Let's go over to them!

Daiyousei

We're right behind you―

This World's Mokou

Hey, Keine!

Cirno

...Am I the only one who has a bad feeling about this?

This World's Mokou

Sorry, I meant to get here sooner... Huh?

This World's Mokou

I'm already here?!

Mokou

...

Mokou

Why are you so late?!

This World's Mokou

Eep! I-I'm not late! At least, I don't think I am―

Mokou

Don't play dumb with me. You need to be taught a lesson. A painful one!

Daiyousei

Is she really going to disturb the peace over this?! I'll go stop them!

Cirno

J-Just try not to make things worse, OK?

Mokou

You mean...

Mokou

She really wasn't late?!

Keine

No. If anything, she's a little early. It's just I showed up even earlier.

Mokou

M-My bad. I was sure you'd kept Keine waiting out here in the cold.

This World's Mokou

Well, I kinda did...

This World's Mokou

I was super late before, so I wanted to come early this time. But Keine still got here ahead of me.

This World's Mokou

It was weird being told off by another world's version of me, but I deserved it.

This World's Mokou

I'm so sorry, Keine!

Keine

C-Come on, you two, cheer up!

Parallel World Visitors

...

Daiyousei

Umm...

Daiyousei

This isn't peaceful, is it?

Cirno

PLAYER! You got any peaceful ways to fix this?!

Lily White

It's almost like Daiyousei has a severe allergy to conflict!

Letty

If we don't act fast, it'll be lights out for both Mokous.

(Wh-What do they expect me to do?!)

Let's see... No, that won't work. Uhhh... I know!

We're throwing a house party soon! Wanna come?!

With us all together, I'm sure we can fix this peacefully!

Parallel World Visitors

What's a... house party?

And so the day of the house party arrived.

Time flew by as everyone, including all the parallel-world visitors, had heaps of fun...

Cirno

Crazy to think we're at a party in a parallel world. I wish there were parties like this in my world.

Letty

And it's so nice how everyone makes sure to spend lots of time with their friends here.

Daiyousei

It sure is. If all the conflict in my world ends, maybe I can do the same there!

Lily White

I wanna throw a huuuuge party to celebrate spring in my world!

Lily White

A-And... I guess I could throw parties to celebrate the other seasons, too.

Mokou

Talking like this is making me miss home. I wonder how everyone's getting on without me.

Cirno

Yeah, I'm missing home, too.

Keine

Are you having fun, everyone?

Letty

Tons. Thanks for inviting us.

Don't mention it! We're glad you came!

I hope you enjoyed your time in this Gensokyo!

Daiyousei

How come no one's in their seats anymore?

Clownpiece

Hehehe, that's because...

Tenshi

We're all exchanging presents!

Futo

And there are some with your names on them!

Daiyousei

There are?! I wish we'd thought to get everyone else presents.

Cirno

We forgot to ask what sort of party this was. We were having too much fun exploring.

Lily White

I could've found presents that show the splendor of spring. Oh well, I'll just have to show it to everyone back home!

Hecatia

Speaking of home!

Yukari

These are our presents for you, interworld travelers!

Mokou

Are they... Seal Crystals?

Yukari

Yes. And special ones at that.

Letty

Special how?

Hecatia

Hmm, I'd rather keep it a secret... but I'm sure that would only make you suspicious.

Hecatia

To put it simply...

Hecatia

These Seal Crystals transport you to the world with all the people you most want to spend time with.

Cirno

So they'll take us back home?!

Yukari

Hehe, you'll have to use them and find out.

Lily White

Well, what are we waiting for―

What's the matter, everyone?

Daiyousei

If we use these, we'll get transported home... but this party's not over yet.

Letty

We were invited to it. We can't just leave part way through.

Cirno

Not to mention how much everyone here's helped us.

Tenshi

You don't have to stay on account of us, you know?

Futo

Surely there are people eagerly awaiting your return.

Keine

It's time for you all to go home.

Mokou

...Thanks.

Lily White

Next time we're here, we'll give you all AMAZING presents! Got that?!

Letty

Hehe, talk about setting the bar high.

Cirno

Take care, everyone!

Daiyousei

We promise to come back someday!

"Promise."

That simple, yet elegant word has the power to bind people together, even when they're worlds apart.

Hecatia

In a way, every promise is a curse.

Hecatia

But they're far from the worst kind.

Hecatia

After all, nothing warms your heart on a cold winter's day like a promise from a dear friend.

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