Another Eden story · Side quests

The Other Side

Moke has taken a liking to Clarte recently. But Rosetta says that even the seemingly innocent Moke has a dark side...

5 scenes, 123 lines

1. Scene 1

19 lines

Well, well... Aren't you just a sweety, Moke.

Rosetta

Am I interrupting something? Or are you two just showing off?

You and Moke are like two peas in a pod.

Haha, you think so? Moke's been like this since the events at the Winged People's Village.

Rosetta

As a member of the clergy, it is my duty to show love and affection to all living creatures♪

Moke

Blup?

Bli-bleep!

Rosetta

Aww... Apparently Moke doesn't like me. Heehee♪

I do not think it's that simple. Moke is just deciding how close is appropriate with you.

Rosetta

That's sweet of you to say that, and I hope you're right.

I know I'm right about this. I know it's your job to reveal people's deepest truths, Rosetta. However, the complex rules governing humans don't apply to the animal world. Why not relax and just have fun with it?

Rosetta

I've never really taken the time to think about it that way.

The clergy must love and be loved by even the smallest of creatures♪

On the other hand, Clarte, you're making one mistake. Animals also have hidden truths and motivations.

Is that so? Somehow I don't think Moke acts on much more than instinct.

Rosetta

Heehee... I can understand why you'd get that impression. Then I'll just have to prove it by finding out what goes on behind Moke's cute face♪

Follow me. Based on my in-depth analysis of Moke's behavior, it hasn't gone far.

An in-depth analysis?

Hmm... I see. Now I know why Moke's been avoiding you.

2. Scene 2

29 lines
Girl

My goodness! Look at how fluffy it is! And it's fur is so white!

But that face though... It's kinda strange.

Moke

Bleeeep!

Girl

What is it? Do you wanna play?

Moke

Bli-bleep!

Girl

Sorry, but I'm playing with that blue animal today. Maybe next time!

Moke

Blup!

Oh... That was hard to watch...

Moke

Blip! Bleep!

There, there. Don't be sad. I'll always be here for you.

Moke

Bliiip-blep blipple...

Rosetta

I think I've figured you out, Clarte. You are someone who likes looking after people. You'd make quite the inquisitor♪

Haha, I hope that's a compliment. But I'm undeserving of your praise.

Getting back to the topic at hand. Moke isn't as two-faced as you seem to believe.

???

Clarte? Rosetta?

Thillelille

Never expected to see you two spending time together. What's going on?

Hello, Thillelille. We were actually talking about Moke.

Thillelille

Moke! There you are! Where have you been? Come along now!

Moke

Blepple!

Thillelille

What's the matter, Moke?

Rosetta

Moke's been real friendly with Clarte these days. Heehee... Perhaps Moke thinks Clarte is its owner rather than you, Thillelille♪

Thillelille

WHAT?!

Hmph! That doesn't bother me at all! It's not like I, Thillelille, think of Moke as my pet.

If you like Clarte better, then fine! He's your owner now!

Moke

Bli-bleep?

Bleeep!

Uh oh, Moke's leaving the settlement. We'd better go get it before it gets into trouble!

Rosetta

I'm right behind you♪

3. Scene 3

45 lines
Moke

Bleep...

Animal Dealer

Gather around all! We've got some nice, smart kitties today!

Young Lady

Awwww how cute! It's impossible to pick just one!

Moke

Bliiip-blep blipple!

Young Lady

Huh? What are you? You're no cat.

Sorry there, but I'm looking for a cute kitty! I'm sure someone else wants you.

Moke

Bli-bleep...

Thillelille

So my first voluneer work is to present myself to the king.

Come on, Thillelille, if she can do it, so can you! As the older girl, there shouldn't be a problem.

......

Ugh! I can't do it! I'm too nervous!

Moke

Bleep?

Thillelille

Did you just bleep at me?

Pff! What kind of a creature are you? You look silly!

Moke

Blepple-blip?

Thillelille

Heehee! You even make silly noises. Geez. Stop staring at me like that!

Moke

Bliiip-blep blipple!

Thillelille

Pff... Hahahah!

Phew... You know what? These giggles are helping me relax.

Thanks, you mysterious, white furball!

Moke

Blip! Bleep!

Thillelille

Yes? What is it?

Moke

Blup blipple-blep!

Thillelille

Hey! Are you following me?

What can I say... It's so hard having so much charm and charisma.

Oh well...

Feel free to follow Thillelille if that's what you wish. Your furry face looks like its mocking me you...MOKE! And that's what I'll call you.

Though I might reconsider if you grow up to become a being worthy of accompanying the savior.

Hmph! That doesn't bother me at all! It's not like I, Thillelille, think of Moke as my pet.

If you like Clarte better, then fine! He's your owner now!

Moke

Bleep...

Bleep! Blipple-blep! Bliiiiiip!

......

Blepple-blip...

Blep?!

Though I might reconsider if you grow up to become a being worthy of accompanying the savior.

Moke

Blep.

Blepple!

Rosetta

Good thing we made it in time.

I believe I just made my stock go up in Moke's eyes.

Oh, Moke. Don't you ever learn?

However, standing up to that monster was rather brave.

Moke

Bli-bleep!

Rosetta

Dear, dear... It looks like this monster's out for blood.

Well, it can't be helped. Let's take care of this nuisance♪

4. Scene 4

5 lines
Rosetta

That takes care of that. How's Moke?

Not a scratch.

Moke

Bliiip-blep blipple!

Hahah... Stop that. You're tickling me.

Let's take you back to your owner. I'm sure she's worried sick about you.

5. Scene 5

25 lines
Thillelille

Now where the heck have you been?!

Not like I was worried about you or anything.

...Well, maybe just a teeny-tiny bit.

Moke

Bleep!

Thillelille

...... To tell the truth, Thillelille said some... bad things.

And Clarte. Rosetta. Thank you for bringing Moke back to me. Without your help, I might've spent the rest of my life regretting my stubbornness.

And because of that, just this one time, I'll forgive your indiscretion with Clarte!

Moke

Bli-bleep?!

Bliiip-blep blipple!

Thillelille

Hey! You're getting fur all over my stockings, Moke! But I'll let you off the hook this time!

Moke

Bleep!

Thillelille

All right, that's enough of that. Come along for real, Moke!

The world's waiting for the reincarnation of the Sword-wielding Savior to save the day!

Rosetta

There they go...

Now I understand what you meant about Moke having another side to it.

Rosetta

Oh... You do? I thought we had moved on from that topic.

Part of it wants to be a fluffy star that everybody loves... But another part wants to be loved only by Thillelille.

I admit, I'm kind of jealous. What do you think? Are my thoughts correct?

Rosetta

Hmm... I wonder.

What? Are not going to tell me? I thought you were going to find out who Moke is deep down.

Rosetta

Heehee... You've already figured it out yourself, right? Still, I can tell you one thing...

Not all hidden sides are bad. People and animals are complicated in unique ways. That's what makes our connections so interesting.

I see... Sounds just like what an inquisitor would say. You must take pride in what you do.

Rosetta

Is that right? Well anyway, I'm just happy that I now know Thillelille's weakness♪

Haha... You really know how to hide who you really are, Rosetta.