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- Thank you for the tour; the items are quite unusual, but I have a feeling that I've seen some of them somewhere before... After saying this, she looks over the assortment again until her gaze falls on a portrait of Rinze Reim. Ayano looks from her to Sonata and back for a while before finally saying: - Well, I don't know... Leaving the unasked question hanging in the air, she takes a nine-hundred-credit note from her wallet: - Okay, you've convinced me; wrap up this pair... But only if she tries it on first.
—Klin Chegver, nice to meet you. And this is Saneksa Rimm. —he introduced his companion, shaking hands. —So, I wasn't mistaken, and I saw your work in the "Palace of Amamus" earlier. Tell me, Suyen, could you spare a minute to tell me in more detail about, hmm, what exactly was your creative idea behind that wonderful, huggable pillow? Perhaps it's meant to help a person feel a certain emotional warmth through the image, without being able to replace that warmth with physical affection? Or am I completely wrong? Forgive me, I just... I don't want to remain a clueless savage who couldn't appreciate the depth of the creator's thought.
—Tell me, Mr. Klin, are you familiar with Sonata Reim? She was with you at Her Majesty's coronation, but given your state at the time and the rapid transformation from non-living to living, I'm not sure if you were paying attention to the people around you. Forgive me if my assumptions are incorrect. Author
—But in the case of this magnificent exhibition, I understand everything, and I will gladly examine the works of art here. By the way, don't think that I'm forcing you to vote against your will. —the last sentence was added for Saneksa.
—Yes, I'll probably abstain from voting here. For some reason, it seems that I'm not its target audience, but I'll be very interested in your opinions, so go ahead!
- So, hello... Um, Lady Erephir Lin'el Darvening... Congratulations on your new appointment. You can visit Creon in room number 6, and regarding burn victims... Who exactly are you referring to?
Marei's voice brought the girl out of her reverie, into which she had unintentionally drifted. It seemed she had blurted out her thoughts instead of real words? Never mind, she could clarify.
- Yes, thank you, - she said softly. - There was a fire tonight, have any burn victims been admitted? In particular, I'm interested in a Zimivian named Tosklav Khladnozimov. Maybe someone else, - she wasn't sure about the artists.
- Thank you for the tour, the goods are quite unusual, but I have a feeling that I've seen some of them somewhere before...
- I acquired some of them in Phantom, - the entrepreneur admitted honestly. Author
After saying this, she looks over the assortment again, until her gaze falls on a portrait of Rynze Reim. Ayano looks from her to Sonata and back for a while, before finally saying: - Well, I don't know...
- Hmm? Sonata tilts her head to the side, as Ayano usually does. Author
Leaving the unasked question hanging in the air, she takes a nine-hundred-remo note from her wallet: - Okay, you've convinced me, wrap up this pair... But only after she tries it on first.
- Yay! - Ahuli rejoiced, trying on the new item. - Hya! Vzhzh! - She made a few kicks with her legs, testing the "weapon". - Thank you, Ayano-samaaa!~
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Mari's voice brought the girl out of the reverie she had unintentionally fallen into. It seems she blurted out her thoughts instead of real words? Never mind, it's okay, I'll explain.
-- Yes, thank you, -- she said softly. -- There was a fire last night, has anyone with burns been brought in? In particular, I'm interested in a zimiviet named Tosklav Khladnozimov. Maybe someone else, -- she wasn't sure about the artists.
- Are you talking about "Ochag"? We only have its owner here, but a person named Tosklav Khladnozimov is not listed.
- I acquired some of them at Phantom, - the entrepreneur admitted honestly.
- Exactly, from there, - she recalled.Author
- Hmm? Sonata tilts her head to the side, just as Ayano usually does.
- Well... I don't see much in common, - she says to her in a whisper.Author
- Wai, wai! - Ahuli rejoiced, trying on the new outfit. - Hya! Vzhzh! - She made a few kicks with her legs, testing the "weapon". - Thank you, Ayano-samaaa!~
- It's a celebration today, so... As they say, you're welcome, - she smiled at this sincere joy, feeling warmth in her soul, as if she had given her own daughter a dollhouse. - Well, is anyone else taking a star? Maybe Kleona-san?
- Are you talking about "The Hearth"? We only have its owner under observation, but a person named Toslaslav Kholodnozimov is not on our list.
-- I see... He's an acquaintance of mine, and I owe him something, but it seems I'll have to continue my search.
"If he's still alive, of course. Yesterday, I would have had to go through the guard to find out anything, but today everyone is so polite... I'm almost embarrassed."
-- May I then visit Sir Creon? He helped us build the stage for the performance, and that's where my concern comes from.
- Tell me, Mr. Klin, are you familiar with Sonata Reim? She was present with you at Her Majesty's coronation, but given your condition at the time and the rapid transformation from non-living to living, I am not sure if you were paying attention to the people around you at that moment. Forgive me if my assumptions are incorrect.
—Personally, unfortunately, no. I seem to have heard her name before, and at the coronation itself... You are right, my transformation forced me to spend some time "re-learning" to breathe, instead of fully paying attention to my surroundings. —the half-count sighed. —However, I did not miss Her Majesty's words about appointing Sonata Reim as the left pillar of Margel, but I assume you mean something more than my superficial impression.
- Well, I don't really see that much in common, - she whispers to her.
- Well, she's just my relative, not my daughter or granddaughter, but she should have some Nihon blood in her, so... Sorry, I couldn't figure out where to take this thought. Author
- It's a holiday today, so... As they say, cheers, - she smiled with this sincere joy, feeling warmth in her soul, as if she had given her own daughter a dollhouse.
- Heh, - Ahuri patted her sister on the head, - don't spoil her too much, Ayano-sama. Author
- Well, is anyone else taking a star? Maybe Kleona-san?
- Okay, fine. We need to replenish the Phantom losses.
Purian-975 (P) + Looks stylish. + Probably more comfortable than riding on horseback or inside a carriage. + Presumably fast and reliable.
- There's a suspicion that it will be even worse in hot weather than inside a carriage. - The name could have been better. - It will take years before the infrastructure suitable for this type of transport is built.
Lightsaber + Doesn't take up much space, fits in a purse. + Somewhat levels the playing field in combat between classic warriors and mages. + Creates the impression of a useful tool in a variety of circumstances.
- The creator is a moral degenerate, and it will be difficult to avoid bad associations with him when using this weapon.
Paired hand swords + Stylish, fashionable, fresh.
Compass of paired attraction + Will help you find the way to what you are looking for.
- Will help stalkers find the way to you.
Two-handed mechanical sword - The purpose of this item is unclear to me.
Daggers + I would buy it if I had the money.
- I don't have money.
Extractors + Useful if you are a slave owner.
- If you value your own health, this weapon is useless.
Hugging pillow - Hmm, no words... Who on earth is this designed for?
If the couple knew what had happened at the villa, they wouldn't hesitate to spend all the ✹ of the universe on just one wish. But that was unlikely, and for now, they were blissfully unaware. So, Beata asked: - How plausible are wishes like "Live long and prosper" or "World peace"? Or, "May everyone love me, but in a good way, without any creepy stalkers"? Or if I just wish for a lot of money?
-- Can we visit Sir Creon then? He helped us build the stage for the performance, and that's what I'm worried about.
- Yes, of course, Lady Erefir, anything you need. Mary leads the knight to the ascetic's chamber. - Oh, Erefir! - He waved to her, not getting up from the hospital bed. - Have you decided to visit my humble person? I heard about your new appointment, congratulations.
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—Personally, unfortunately not. I think I heard her name before, and at the coronation itself... You're right, my transformation forced me to "re-learn" how to breathe for a while, instead of fully paying attention to my surroundings. —the semi-count sighed. —However, I didn't miss Her Majesty's words about the appointment of Sonata Reim as the left pillar of Margel, but I assume you mean something more than my superficial impression.
- The thing is, I am one of her twelve students, and it so happens that we all love her very much, but for anyone who knows her well, it is obvious that the path of romance or something more is closed to us. For this reason, I came up with the idea to depict her in this form, so that each of us has the opportunity to feel her presence nearby and thus alleviate the longing for unrequited love. I think that other people may experience similar emotions, even if their objects of adoration are different from ours.
- Well, she's just my relative, not my daughter or granddaughter, but she definitely has some Nihon blood in her, so... Sorry, I couldn't quite figure out where I was going with that thought.
- Then let me summarize by saying that Nihon is power, - 😎.Author
- Heh, - Ahuri patted her sister on the head, - don't spoil her too much, Ayano-sama.
- Come to me, Ahuri-san, I'll spoil you too, - 😉. - ...but my wallet will have to take another hit...Author
- Alright, fine. We need to replenish the phantom losses.
- Exactly. A star for expressing your opinion? That's practically a gift; some people would do it for free.Author
- Okay, I'm done. - Cleona announced to Ayano.
- Humu-humu, - the miko nods, glancing at the questionnaire. - An interesting blend of practical and romantic perspectives, and in some ways, this approach resonates with my own heart. As for the moral degenerate... Personally, I don't want to witness an execution, but I think it would be a "fitting" conclusion to this story - absolutely necessary to turn the page on this chapter forever. Perhaps it will bring some relief to the victims of his evil deeds, even if it can't turn back time. In any case, however ephemeral the concept of justice may be, in this case, it will benefit our world.
- So, girls. We have... - she looks at the map and shakes her head. - A photo studio... Does anyone want to check it out? I can't say for sure, but... I'm not sure it's a "decent" photo studio... I don't know, I have a strange feeling. And I haven't been to the Abundance district since they hired a very strange employee. They were "accepting stories," whatever that means. Hmm... or we could go to the Rumor district. But that's an experience for the strong of spirit. Maybe it's gotten a little more civilized there, at least for today, but I wouldn't count on it, - she glances at Cleona. - Maybe we shouldn't, just in case... But I'm a little curious about what's going on there.
If the couple knew what happened in the palace, they would spend all the ✹ of the universe on just one wish without hesitation. But that was unlikely, and they were still blissfully unaware. So, Beata asked: - How plausible are wishes like "Live long and be happy" or "Peace throughout the world"? Or, "May everyone love me, but in a good way, without any creepy stalkers"? Or if I just wish for a lot of money?
- To live long and be happy?... This is a rather broad wish in nature, so it's better not to expect great effectiveness from my spell. Most likely, your luck will increase! But I doubt that's what you would want with such a formulation, isn't it? The same applies to the rest.
- Yes, of course, Lady Erefir, anything you need. Mary leads the knight to the ascetic's chamber. - Oh, Erefir! - He waved to her, not getting up from the hospital bed. - So, you decided to visit my humble person? I heard about your new appointment, congratulations.
-- There's nothing unusual about that, you did get injured while working for us, -- the redhead assesses the ascetic's leg and his ability to move. -- It's even sadder that you're lying here on such a day, so this is the least I can do. I have something for you... -- she didn't finish, but simply took out a package of food. -- Something like that.
- To live long and happily ever after…? That’s a rather broad wish, so you shouldn’t expect my spell to be very effective. Most likely, your luck will increase! But I doubt that’s what you’d want with such a vague wording, isn’t it? The same applies to everything else.
- Ah, I see… So, I take it that wishing for material possessions is also pointless?
- The thing is, I am one of her twelve students, and we all love her very much, but it is obvious to anyone who knows her well that the path to romance or something more is closed to us. For this reason, I came up with the idea to depict her in this form, so that each of us has the opportunity to feel her presence nearby and thus alleviate the longing for unrequited love. I think that other people may experience similar emotions, even if their objects of adoration are different from ours.
—Ah, I see. It's nice to see that the Knights of the Left Column, in addition to their martial qualities, are also endowed with a variety of creative talents. Now, Her Majesty's wise choice becomes clear to me. As for the main point, thank you, now I better understand the sad and romantic message of your creation, but... Aren't you worried that such a soothing effect will only be temporary, and in the future, it may instead even more intensify the mental anguish? Longing is the first symptom of healing from a heart wound, but if you don't let it run its course, then sadness may stay with you for many years. If the chance for something more is forever closed to a person, it is certainly noble to keep the object of their unattainable aspirations in their heart and surround themselves with it, but perhaps it is worth finding a place for love that is more attainable. Who knows what the future holds, and by focusing only on one infinitely distant ideal, you sometimes risk missing something closer but no less rewarding.