Chapter 2

We're back.

*Sigh* That took forever...

Welcome back, Nina.

Good work, you two.

Ah, you're back! Or should I say, "trick or treat!"

I'm afraid we don't have any candy for you.

We couldn't very well say the mission was finished if we still had candy, could we?!

Ha! I was only kidding! You two really work fast, don't you!

As a reward for a job well done, I have your next assignment for you!

Huh?! What kind of a reward is that?!

Just hear me out. It seems that this year's pumpkin harvest was somewhat lacking.

The usual place didn't harvest enough to make all the lanterns for the town square.

Which is why I'd like to ask the two of you to go gather some more.

All those large pumpkins that were used last time did make for quite an impressive display.

Yeah? I'd love to see that.

Well, it sounds like you're out of luck. If there's not enough, there's not enough.

Now, now. Don't give up so fast! Just think of all the children who are looking forward to this!

*Sigh* Getting sent off again when we just got back... This is no way to treat people.

You might grumble, but you always come through in the end. You're too nice not to, Nina.

Hmph...

Hey. We got work to do, so let's snap to it, Niiha.

Yes, yes.

I'm sure we'll be paid well for the work...won't we, Chief?