Echocalypse: Scarlet Covenant story · Themed biography
Late Summer Has Arrived!
After the Awakener's vacation ended, thanks to Daisy, time was reset back to the first day of the vacation, and now the whole thing will start all over again.
27 scenes, 821 lines
1. Summer Stops
41 linesSummer is about to end.
Awakener stood by the sea, facing the waves.
This will probably be my last time seeing the sea this holiday.
The holiday has flown by so fast, it feels like summer just started! But now it's almost over.
What an unforgettable summer.
A stranger walked up to you, skillfully took your arm, and leaned against you.
You paused for a moment and tried to recall her name.
It's you, Daisy.
How's your body feeling now?
Much better.
The conversation was just like two old friends catching up.
Strange... Something's not quite right.
But when did you two meet?
What's wrong?
Daisy, when did we first meet?
Experience it once again...?
Just consider it as me talking nonsense.
Daisy suddenly looked at you, her face getting close to yours.
Daisy...?
Summer is about to end, and we are about to part ways.
In the future, if given the chance, we might meet again at another place.
That's what you mean.
...
But I don't like it this way.
The future is uncertain and I never anticipate anything. I live only in the present.
You wanted to keep talking, but your mind felt like it's underwater. Everything around you started to blur.
You tried to think and respond, but everything around you was getting blurry too.
Is this your final farewell?
This is my farewell, and yours too.
For you, it's the [end], but for me, this is just the [beginning].
Then go to hell.
Is it because too much time has passed?
Cough, cough... I've never had such a strenuous battle.
Fortunately, everything is coming to an end.
... Hm?
The pink-haired girl was surprised.
Why... are you still here?
2. Holiday, Again!
30 linesYour consciousness was sinking in a sea of illusion...
At some point, you realized it's time to wake up, and the illusions quickly cleared from your mind.
You are awake.
Oh.....
Hmm? Ah..
You saw Librarian Toph from Nebu standing before you in a swimsuit, and your memory felt a bit scrambled.
I never imagined that musician Hathor had such a clear understanding of the history of Primal Stream.
Hold on, hold on! Wait a minute!
What's wrong?
Let me sort out what's going on.
Isn't summer coming to an end? Why haven't you packed up yet?
Summer? Over? Packing up?
What are you talking about, Awakener!
Are you suffering from heatstroke? Why are you talking nonsense?
Huh?
Am I wrong?
Are you not? Summer has just begun!
Just begun...?
What's going on.....
...
A strange yet somewhat familiar figure passed by from the corner of your eye.
It's her... I remember...
Awakener?
Hold on, Toph, there's something I must do right away.
You pushed Toph aside and started running around on the beach. Finding that that figure would answer all your questions.
Found it!
... Hm?
Why... are you still here?
3. The Second Encounter
30 linesWhy am I still here?
I knew it wasn't my imagination!
We know each other, right?
...Oh.
The girl with pink hair seems to have understood something.
Oh?
I don't know you, this is our first time seeing each other.
Huh? But you just said...
What I'm saying is, it's our first actual meet up.
I saw you on the beach over there, and unexpectedly, here you are again.
You've been following me?
Well...
I suggest you stay away from me... cough, cough!
You are injured!
We need immediate medical attention!
Trying to be kind to me is meaningless...cough cough...
Don't talk for now, let me see what I can do.
How do you feel now?
...
Thank you.
Um, my name is Awakener. I'm sorry that I followed you. I don't know why, but I felt like we knew each other.
Have we really never met before?
Daisy, do you remember this name?
Not really...
This is my name.
Clearly, we really haven't met before.
You've helped me and I'm grateful for it. But I won't develop any special feelings for you because of this.
Ah-hahaha...
See you next time.
The pink-haired girl got up and walked away, and this time, you didn't catch up.
4. Mandatory Vacation
71 linesThe first day by the sea passed without anything special happening. On the second day, you avoided Toph and headed to the beach to soak up the sun.
After the Teslovik base got destroyed, you've been numbing yourself with work.
During this period, you have been shuttling between the four factions numerous times and did tons of work. You barely had any rest.
Under the insistence of the Teslovik people, you are forced to take a vacation. You won't be allowed to return If you don't relax properly.
Originally, your destination was a hot spring inn located at the Cloud Shrine, but after your first visit, you encountered a minor mishap and hastily left the place.
Eventually, at the invitation of Nebu's librarian Toph, you arrived at Long Summer Island. This time, you plan to leave all worries behind and fully rest.
If everything goes as planned, you will have a very relaxing holiday.
Well, I did... but...how should I put it, there's always this strange feeling.
A strange feeling?
Yes, it's as if I've already experienced all of this before.
I don't understand.
Well, let's not dwell on it then. Let's continue our research on the Book of Falco.
No, let's not...
I've been listening to you for over an hour, and it feels like my head's about to explode.
Let me take a break..
Well, this is your holiday and I originally planned to sync all the research to you at once, and then we could play slowly.
Seems like this plan will have to be put on hold.
Yes?
(Daisy... Toph... No, I can't think about them anymore. This is a hard-earned vacation, I need to relax properly.)
BOOM...
A violent explosion sounded from not far away, followed by the sound of water splashing onto the ground.
Was there an explosion at the seaside?
What's the matter?
It must have been done by the people of the Empire. I saw some soldiers from the Empire heading in that direction with unfamiliar weapons earlier.
Look, they are driving people away.
...
What's wrong?
I'm considering whether or not to go and take a look.
What a surprise, you're hesitating! I thought you'd rush over straight away!
Before coming here, I was asked to think before I act..
(Of course, what's more important is that I always feel like summer has already ended, but I don't have any memories of it happening. Reality also tells me that the holiday has just begun...)
(Where exactly does this strange feeling come from?)
So let's avoid it for now.
There was an explosion, no matter what happened, it's already too late to go now.
I'm not going...
(If all of this really happened before, then given my personality, I must have checked it out last time. So, this time, I'll choose an option I wouldn't normally pick.)
Sure, let's go back.
The other side of the beach.
[Daisy], subject number 08, high risk, uncontrollable, her skill is...
[Infinite Loop]
Unknown?
The Empire has lost some of the data on the test subjects. In fact, even the name 'Diss' was provided by another test subject.
Let me explain once again, the current Empire harbors no ill will towards you, the subjects of experimentation. Our intention is not to capture and imprison, but to seek cooperation.
It's hard to imagine the Empire collaborating with me, who is considered 'high-risk and uncontrollable'.
This is the directive from the Pope.
I have no interest in collaborating with the Empire.
I can tell.
However, the command given to me by the Pope is to find you and bring you back. The specific details of the cooperation have nothing to do with me.
I have no interest in going with you.
I... can tell.
The troopers of the Empire surrounded the vicinity, each pointing their weapons at Dis.
Your strength is great, but weaker than I had imagined.
The situation has reached a stalemate.
You had many opportunities to escape, why didn't you run?
I am waiting for someone.
Waiting for someone...?
Eh? You're not waiting for me, are you?
At some point, everyone on the beach could smell the scent of roses wafting in the air.
Long time no see, Sister Di Si~
...Long time no see, Sister Lilith.
Everyone on alert! Experimental subject No.02, Lilith, her ability is...
Cera's mind went blank for a moment, then regained her senses.
, Pull everyone into the illusion.
In front of Cera, both Lilith and Daisy have disappeared without a trace.
What is my task again?
5. Banquet Charmer
46 linesYou followed your heart and evaded the soldiers of the Empire, after which nothing happened.
You don't know if this is right or wrong, what you can be sure of is that something has already changed.
it's night already, time for bed.
You can't go to sleep yet, my dear~
That's... Lilith?
A girl with white hair threw herself into your arms, her long tail wrapped around your arm.
My dear, do you miss me?
This is not a matter of whether I miss you or not... How did you end up here?
I remember you mentioned that you discovered the Empire's troops who once captured the test subjects, and went to investigate them..
Hold on, I saw the soldiers of the Empire on the beach today. Are they the ones you're investigating?
My dear, you're so amazing! You guessed it all!
So, are you done with your investigation?
I guess so, I roughly know who they're looking for now.
What a pity, despite the tremendous effort spent on searching, there's no longer any chance to catch the target.
Did you do anything?
...
The red-haired girl softly appeared beside Lilith, she is indeed the person you saw during the day.
The moment you saw her, the indescribable feeling you had finally made sense.
It's as if you were supposed to meet here tonight, and then it happened just as you imagined.
Hello, so you are a friend of Lilith.
Friend...
Actually, it's more appropriate to use the term 'sisters'. Darling, did you two know each other?
We met on the beach once.
You followed me for quite a while, and even tried to strike up a conversation with me with lame excuses.
Hold on, that was an accident.
I...
I don't know how to explain this to you.
Oh, my dear, you're going to fall in love with someone else, but it's okay, my heart's still with you...
Nonsense!!!
So, just like you, she is also...
Well, I am the test subject No. 02, and Dis is the test subject No. 08. The target of the Empire is Dis.
It has now been confirmed that the Empire's target is not me, so I can play to my heart's content with my beloved!
What about Daisy? What are you planning to do next?
Play with sister Lilith.
I see, after all, it's not easy for you sisters to reunite.
But I'd rather be with my love.
Then I'll join in as well.
Alright, alright, we'll all do it together... But even if we're going to play, it'll be tomorrow. I need to go to sleep now.
I'm here to accompany my love to sleep!
I reject!
Why!
6. Charmer and the Snake
33 linesAfter Awakener fell asleep.
Is that person your new toy? Sister Lilith?
Toy? What are you talking about! That's my love!
If I hear the term 'toy' again, I'm going to get angry.
However, when you leave, that person will forget about you.
Just like me.
If you hadn't shown up, I wouldn't have known I had a sister like you.
Yes, if it's an average person, they would indeed lose memories about to me.
But Awakener is different.
Different?
Lilith extends her hand, revealing a ring symbolizing a vow on her right ring finger.
See that? It's the proof of my pledge with Awakener.
Pledge ?!
Why are you overreacting? It's just a pledge made through the [Illusion].
Awakener has many advantages. I could sit here and talk about them until dawn. However, for me, his greatest advantage is his authenticity.
I hope you get my point. [Authenticity] is unaffected by [Illusion], and that's incredibly meaningful to me.
Take it literally. My skill [Dream-like Bliss] has no impact on Awakener.
At first, I could only experience myself in a state of [Dream-like Bliss], but over time, its constraints gradually faded away.
Now, Awakener has become completely immune.
Why do I get the feeling that you seem to have understood something strange? Are you okay?
It's okay, I just suddenly figured a lot of things out.
Sister Lilith, I have another question.
If I hadn't called you out today, what would you have planned to do?
Probably will go directly to find Awakener.
Do you know that Awakener is right here?
I didn't know until I got here, my dear. Originally, if I hadn't brought you along, I was planning to take a different path. You truly are my lucky star.
7. Enjoy Yourself to the Fullest!
29 linesThe next day, the beach.
Daisy, why have you put on a swimsuit?
No, darling, you're not allowed to look!
I didn't look again.
And your clothes aren't much different from your swimsuit, are they?
Alright, alright, I just won't look then.
That is...Awakener, along with the pink-haired girl we met yesterday.
The one we met yesterday?
Awakener even disregarded [The Book of Falco] and ran after her. Judging by the current situation, it seems that he has caught up with her.
Is it that fast?
Hmm? What topic are you discussing?
A little gossip about Awakener.
What? I want to listen too!
Others can't see Lilith by your side, they only see you chatting happily with Daisy.
These discussions about you are too quiet to reach your ears, but someone has heard them.
What are you talking about, Daisy? What's correct?
You're right.
It seems like there's a watermelon splitting game over there.
Let's go, my dear, let's go and see!
Happy times always seem to be fleeting.
In the blink of an eye, the holiday is about to end.
8. Past Reincarnations
20 linesSummer is about to end.
Awakener stood by the sea, facing the waves.
This will probably be my last time seeing the sea this holiday.
The holiday has flown by so fast, it feels like summer just started! But now it's almost over.
My dear, that's how the holiday goes.
However, you don't need to be too sentimental, Lilith will always be by your side no matter what.
No matter what my dear wants to do, Lilith can do it~
That was originally my place.
Original?
Remember one thing before you kill me.
...What could it be?
If Awakener is the person standing by the sea and sighing, asking if you have seen her, you should answer yes.
Do I talk so much in the future?
Once I kill you, all your memories will be mine.
You're right.
Aren't you going to resist?
No, the Future I represent has no value at all.
I am just an onlooker who hides jealousy deep within my heart... I envy the previous me, she possesses the most beautiful memories, and I also envy the next me, you will not make the same mistakes as I did.
Let's get started.
Sure.
9. Search and Capture
6 lines
10. Unexpected Arrival
5 lines
Levia's watchdog has brought many soldiers here recently.
There must be something here that Levia needs.
What could Levia possibly need?
I'm not sure either, but I have a hunch.
If we can figure out what Levia needs here, then the reasons why Levia has become what it is now will also come to light.
11. Holiday, Again!
Side story · 30 linesYour consciousness was sinking in a sea of illusion...
At some point, you realized it's time to wake up, and the illusions quickly cleared from your mind.
You are awake.
Oh.....
Hmm? Ah..
You saw Librarian Toph from Nebu standing before you in a swimsuit, and your memory felt a bit scrambled.
I never imagined that musician Hathor had such a clear understanding of the history of Primal Stream.
Hold on, hold on! Wait a minute!
What's wrong?
Let me sort out what's going on.
Isn't summer coming to an end? Why haven't you packed up yet?
Summer? Over? Packing up?
What are you talking about, Awakener!
Are you suffering from heatstroke? Why are you talking nonsense?
Huh?
Am I wrong?
Are you not? Summer has just begun!
Just begun...?
What's going on.....
...
A strange yet somewhat familiar figure passed by from the corner of your eye.
It's her... I remember...
Awakener?
Hold on, Toph, there's something I must do right away.
You pushed Toph aside and started running around on the beach. Finding that that figure would answer all your questions.
Found it!
... Hm?
Why... are you still here?
12. The Second Encounter
Side story · 30 linesWhy am I still here?
I knew it wasn't my imagination!
We know each other, right?
...Oh.
The girl with pink hair seems to have understood something.
Oh?
I don't know you, this is our first time seeing each other.
Huh? But you just said...
What I'm saying is, it's our first actual meet up.
I saw you on the beach over there, and unexpectedly, here you are again.
You've been following me?
Well...
I suggest you stay away from me... cough, cough!
You are injured!
We need immediate medical attention!
Trying to be kind to me is meaningless...cough cough...
Don't talk for now, let me see what I can do.
How do you feel now?
...
Thank you.
Um, my name is Awakener. I'm sorry that I followed you. I don't know why, but I felt like we knew each other.
Have we really never met before?
Daisy, do you remember this name?
Not really...
This is my name.
Clearly, we really haven't met before.
You've helped me and I'm grateful for it. But I won't develop any special feelings for you because of this.
Ah-hahaha...
See you next time.
The pink-haired girl got up and walked away, and this time, you didn't catch up.
13. Mandatory Vacation
Side story · 71 linesThe first day by the sea passed without anything special happening. On the second day, you avoided Toph and headed to the beach to soak up the sun.
After the Teslovik base got destroyed, you've been numbing yourself with work.
During this period, you have been shuttling between the four factions numerous times and did tons of work. You barely had any rest.
Under the insistence of the Teslovik people, you are forced to take a vacation. You won't be allowed to return If you don't relax properly.
Originally, your destination was a hot spring inn located at the Cloud Shrine, but after your first visit, you encountered a minor mishap and hastily left the place.
Eventually, at the invitation of Nebu's librarian Toph, you arrived at Long Summer Island. This time, you plan to leave all worries behind and fully rest.
If everything goes as planned, you will have a very relaxing holiday.
Well, I did... but...how should I put it, there's always this strange feeling.
A strange feeling?
Yes, it's as if I've already experienced all of this before.
I don't understand.
Well, let's not dwell on it then. Let's continue our research on the Book of Falco.
No, let's not...
I've been listening to you for over an hour, and it feels like my head's about to explode.
Let me take a break..
Well, this is your holiday and I originally planned to sync all the research to you at once, and then we could play slowly.
Seems like this plan will have to be put on hold.
Yes?
(Daisy... Toph... No, I can't think about them anymore. This is a hard-earned vacation, I need to relax properly.)
BOOM...
A violent explosion sounded from not far away, followed by the sound of water splashing onto the ground.
Was there an explosion at the seaside?
What's the matter?
It must have been done by the people of the Empire. I saw some soldiers from the Empire heading in that direction with unfamiliar weapons earlier.
Look, they are driving people away.
...
What's wrong?
I'm considering whether or not to go and take a look.
What a surprise, you're hesitating! I thought you'd rush over straight away!
Before coming here, I was asked to think before I act..
(Of course, what's more important is that I always feel like summer has already ended, but I don't have any memories of it happening. Reality also tells me that the holiday has just begun...)
(Where exactly does this strange feeling come from?)
So let's avoid it for now.
There was an explosion, no matter what happened, it's already too late to go now.
I'm not going...
(If all of this really happened before, then given my personality, I must have checked it out last time. So, this time, I'll choose an option I wouldn't normally pick.)
Sure, let's go back.
The other side of the beach.
[Daisy], subject number 08, high risk, uncontrollable, her skill is...
[Infinite Loop]
Unknown?
The Empire has lost some of the data on the test subjects. In fact, even the name 'Diss' was provided by another test subject.
Let me explain once again, the current Empire harbors no ill will towards you, the subjects of experimentation. Our intention is not to capture and imprison, but to seek cooperation.
It's hard to imagine the Empire collaborating with me, who is considered 'high-risk and uncontrollable'.
This is the directive from the Pope.
I have no interest in collaborating with the Empire.
I can tell.
However, the command given to me by the Pope is to find you and bring you back. The specific details of the cooperation have nothing to do with me.
I have no interest in going with you.
I... can tell.
The troopers of the Empire surrounded the vicinity, each pointing their weapons at Dis.
Your strength is great, but weaker than I had imagined.
The situation has reached a stalemate.
You had many opportunities to escape, why didn't you run?
I am waiting for someone.
Waiting for someone...?
Eh? You're not waiting for me, are you?
At some point, everyone on the beach could smell the scent of roses wafting in the air.
Long time no see, Sister Di Si~
...Long time no see, Sister Lilith.
Everyone on alert! Experimental subject No.02, Lilith, her ability is...
Cera's mind went blank for a moment, then regained her senses.
, Pull everyone into the illusion.
In front of Cera, both Lilith and Daisy have disappeared without a trace.
What is my task again?
14. Banquet Charmer
Side story · 46 linesYou followed your heart and evaded the soldiers of the Empire, after which nothing happened.
You don't know if this is right or wrong, what you can be sure of is that something has already changed.
it's night already, time for bed.
You can't go to sleep yet, my dear~
That's... Lilith?
A girl with white hair threw herself into your arms, her long tail wrapped around your arm.
My dear, do you miss me?
This is not a matter of whether I miss you or not... How did you end up here?
I remember you mentioned that you discovered the Empire's troops who once captured the test subjects, and went to investigate them..
Hold on, I saw the soldiers of the Empire on the beach today. Are they the ones you're investigating?
My dear, you're so amazing! You guessed it all!
So, are you done with your investigation?
I guess so, I roughly know who they're looking for now.
What a pity, despite the tremendous effort spent on searching, there's no longer any chance to catch the target.
Did you do anything?
...
The red-haired girl softly appeared beside Lilith, she is indeed the person you saw during the day.
The moment you saw her, the indescribable feeling you had finally made sense.
It's as if you were supposed to meet here tonight, and then it happened just as you imagined.
Hello, so you are a friend of Lilith.
Friend...
Actually, it's more appropriate to use the term 'sisters'. Darling, did you two know each other?
We met on the beach once.
You followed me for quite a while, and even tried to strike up a conversation with me with lame excuses.
Hold on, that was an accident.
I...
I don't know how to explain this to you.
Oh, my dear, you're going to fall in love with someone else, but it's okay, my heart's still with you...
Nonsense!!!
So, just like you, she is also...
Well, I am the test subject No. 02, and Dis is the test subject No. 08. The target of the Empire is Dis.
It has now been confirmed that the Empire's target is not me, so I can play to my heart's content with my beloved!
What about Daisy? What are you planning to do next?
Play with sister Lilith.
I see, after all, it's not easy for you sisters to reunite.
But I'd rather be with my love.
Then I'll join in as well.
Alright, alright, we'll all do it together... But even if we're going to play, it'll be tomorrow. I need to go to sleep now.
I'm here to accompany my love to sleep!
I reject!
Why!
15. Charmer and the Snake
Side story · 33 linesAfter Awakener fell asleep.
Is that person your new toy? Sister Lilith?
Toy? What are you talking about! That's my love!
If I hear the term 'toy' again, I'm going to get angry.
However, when you leave, that person will forget about you.
Just like me.
If you hadn't shown up, I wouldn't have known I had a sister like you.
Yes, if it's an average person, they would indeed lose memories about to me.
But Awakener is different.
Different?
Lilith extends her hand, revealing a ring symbolizing a vow on her right ring finger.
See that? It's the proof of my pledge with Awakener.
Pledge ?!
Why are you overreacting? It's just a pledge made through the [Illusion].
Awakener has many advantages. I could sit here and talk about them until dawn. However, for me, his greatest advantage is his authenticity.
I hope you get my point. [Authenticity] is unaffected by [Illusion], and that's incredibly meaningful to me.
Take it literally. My skill [Dream-like Bliss] has no impact on Awakener.
At first, I could only experience myself in a state of [Dream-like Bliss], but over time, its constraints gradually faded away.
Now, Awakener has become completely immune.
Why do I get the feeling that you seem to have understood something strange? Are you okay?
It's okay, I just suddenly figured a lot of things out.
Sister Lilith, I have another question.
If I hadn't called you out today, what would you have planned to do?
Probably will go directly to find Awakener.
Do you know that Awakener is right here?
I didn't know until I got here, my dear. Originally, if I hadn't brought you along, I was planning to take a different path. You truly are my lucky star.
16. Enjoy Yourself to the Fullest!
Side story · 29 linesThe next day, the beach.
Daisy, why have you put on a swimsuit?
No, darling, you're not allowed to look!
I didn't look again.
And your clothes aren't much different from your swimsuit, are they?
Alright, alright, I just won't look then.
That is...Awakener, along with the pink-haired girl we met yesterday.
The one we met yesterday?
Awakener even disregarded [The Book of Falco] and ran after her. Judging by the current situation, it seems that he has caught up with her.
Is it that fast?
Hmm? What topic are you discussing?
A little gossip about Awakener.
What? I want to listen too!
Others can't see Lilith by your side, they only see you chatting happily with Daisy.
These discussions about you are too quiet to reach your ears, but someone has heard them.
What are you talking about, Daisy? What's correct?
You're right.
It seems like there's a watermelon splitting game over there.
Let's go, my dear, let's go and see!
Happy times always seem to be fleeting.
In the blink of an eye, the holiday is about to end.
17. Past Reincarnations
Side story · 20 linesSummer is about to end.
Awakener stood by the sea, facing the waves.
This will probably be my last time seeing the sea this holiday.
The holiday has flown by so fast, it feels like summer just started! But now it's almost over.
My dear, that's how the holiday goes.
However, you don't need to be too sentimental, Lilith will always be by your side no matter what.
No matter what my dear wants to do, Lilith can do it~
That was originally my place.
Original?
Remember one thing before you kill me.
...What could it be?
If Awakener is the person standing by the sea and sighing, asking if you have seen her, you should answer yes.
Do I talk so much in the future?
Once I kill you, all your memories will be mine.
You're right.
Aren't you going to resist?
No, the Future I represent has no value at all.
I am just an onlooker who hides jealousy deep within my heart... I envy the previous me, she possesses the most beautiful memories, and I also envy the next me, you will not make the same mistakes as I did.
Let's get started.
Sure.
18. Search and Capture
Side story · 6 lines19. Unexpected Arrival
Side story · 5 linesLevia's watchdog has brought many soldiers here recently.
There must be something here that Levia needs.
What could Levia possibly need?
I'm not sure either, but I have a hunch.
If we can figure out what Levia needs here, then the reasons why Levia has become what it is now will also come to light.
20. The Second Encounter
Side story · 30 linesWhy am I still here?
I knew it wasn't my imagination!
We know each other, right?
...Oh.
The girl with pink hair seems to have understood something.
Oh?
I don't know you, this is our first time seeing each other.
Huh? But you just said...
What I'm saying is, it's our first actual meet up.
I saw you on the beach over there, and unexpectedly, here you are again.
You've been following me?
Well...
I suggest you stay away from me... cough, cough!
You are injured!
We need immediate medical attention!
Trying to be kind to me is meaningless...cough cough...
Don't talk for now, let me see what I can do.
How do you feel now?
...
Thank you.
Um, my name is Awakener. I'm sorry that I followed you. I don't know why, but I felt like we knew each other.
Have we really never met before?
Daisy, do you remember this name?
Not really...
This is my name.
Clearly, we really haven't met before.
You've helped me and I'm grateful for it. But I won't develop any special feelings for you because of this.
Ah-hahaha...
See you next time.
The pink-haired girl got up and walked away, and this time, you didn't catch up.
21. Mandatory Vacation
Side story · 71 linesThe first day by the sea passed without anything special happening. On the second day, you avoided Toph and headed to the beach to soak up the sun.
After the Teslovik base got destroyed, you've been numbing yourself with work.
During this period, you have been shuttling between the four factions numerous times and did tons of work. You barely had any rest.
Under the insistence of the Teslovik people, you are forced to take a vacation. You won't be allowed to return If you don't relax properly.
Originally, your destination was a hot spring inn located at the Cloud Shrine, but after your first visit, you encountered a minor mishap and hastily left the place.
Eventually, at the invitation of Nebu's librarian Toph, you arrived at Long Summer Island. This time, you plan to leave all worries behind and fully rest.
If everything goes as planned, you will have a very relaxing holiday.
Well, I did... but...how should I put it, there's always this strange feeling.
A strange feeling?
Yes, it's as if I've already experienced all of this before.
I don't understand.
Well, let's not dwell on it then. Let's continue our research on the Book of Falco.
No, let's not...
I've been listening to you for over an hour, and it feels like my head's about to explode.
Let me take a break..
Well, this is your holiday and I originally planned to sync all the research to you at once, and then we could play slowly.
Seems like this plan will have to be put on hold.
Yes?
(Daisy... Toph... No, I can't think about them anymore. This is a hard-earned vacation, I need to relax properly.)
BOOM...
A violent explosion sounded from not far away, followed by the sound of water splashing onto the ground.
Was there an explosion at the seaside?
What's the matter?
It must have been done by the people of the Empire. I saw some soldiers from the Empire heading in that direction with unfamiliar weapons earlier.
Look, they are driving people away.
...
What's wrong?
I'm considering whether or not to go and take a look.
What a surprise, you're hesitating! I thought you'd rush over straight away!
Before coming here, I was asked to think before I act..
(Of course, what's more important is that I always feel like summer has already ended, but I don't have any memories of it happening. Reality also tells me that the holiday has just begun...)
(Where exactly does this strange feeling come from?)
So let's avoid it for now.
There was an explosion, no matter what happened, it's already too late to go now.
I'm not going...
(If all of this really happened before, then given my personality, I must have checked it out last time. So, this time, I'll choose an option I wouldn't normally pick.)
Sure, let's go back.
The other side of the beach.
[Daisy], subject number 08, high risk, uncontrollable, her skill is...
[Infinite Loop]
Unknown?
The Empire has lost some of the data on the test subjects. In fact, even the name 'Diss' was provided by another test subject.
Let me explain once again, the current Empire harbors no ill will towards you, the subjects of experimentation. Our intention is not to capture and imprison, but to seek cooperation.
It's hard to imagine the Empire collaborating with me, who is considered 'high-risk and uncontrollable'.
This is the directive from the Pope.
I have no interest in collaborating with the Empire.
I can tell.
However, the command given to me by the Pope is to find you and bring you back. The specific details of the cooperation have nothing to do with me.
I have no interest in going with you.
I... can tell.
The troopers of the Empire surrounded the vicinity, each pointing their weapons at Dis.
Your strength is great, but weaker than I had imagined.
The situation has reached a stalemate.
You had many opportunities to escape, why didn't you run?
I am waiting for someone.
Waiting for someone...?
Eh? You're not waiting for me, are you?
At some point, everyone on the beach could smell the scent of roses wafting in the air.
Long time no see, Sister Di Si~
...Long time no see, Sister Lilith.
Everyone on alert! Experimental subject No.02, Lilith, her ability is...
Cera's mind went blank for a moment, then regained her senses.
, Pull everyone into the illusion.
In front of Cera, both Lilith and Daisy have disappeared without a trace.
What is my task again?
22. Banquet Charmer
Side story · 46 linesYou followed your heart and evaded the soldiers of the Empire, after which nothing happened.
You don't know if this is right or wrong, what you can be sure of is that something has already changed.
it's night already, time for bed.
You can't go to sleep yet, my dear~
That's... Lilith?
A girl with white hair threw herself into your arms, her long tail wrapped around your arm.
My dear, do you miss me?
This is not a matter of whether I miss you or not... How did you end up here?
I remember you mentioned that you discovered the Empire's troops who once captured the test subjects, and went to investigate them..
Hold on, I saw the soldiers of the Empire on the beach today. Are they the ones you're investigating?
My dear, you're so amazing! You guessed it all!
So, are you done with your investigation?
I guess so, I roughly know who they're looking for now.
What a pity, despite the tremendous effort spent on searching, there's no longer any chance to catch the target.
Did you do anything?
...
The red-haired girl softly appeared beside Lilith, she is indeed the person you saw during the day.
The moment you saw her, the indescribable feeling you had finally made sense.
It's as if you were supposed to meet here tonight, and then it happened just as you imagined.
Hello, so you are a friend of Lilith.
Friend...
Actually, it's more appropriate to use the term 'sisters'. Darling, did you two know each other?
We met on the beach once.
You followed me for quite a while, and even tried to strike up a conversation with me with lame excuses.
Hold on, that was an accident.
I...
I don't know how to explain this to you.
Oh, my dear, you're going to fall in love with someone else, but it's okay, my heart's still with you...
Nonsense!!!
So, just like you, she is also...
Well, I am the test subject No. 02, and Dis is the test subject No. 08. The target of the Empire is Dis.
It has now been confirmed that the Empire's target is not me, so I can play to my heart's content with my beloved!
What about Daisy? What are you planning to do next?
Play with sister Lilith.
I see, after all, it's not easy for you sisters to reunite.
But I'd rather be with my love.
Then I'll join in as well.
Alright, alright, we'll all do it together... But even if we're going to play, it'll be tomorrow. I need to go to sleep now.
I'm here to accompany my love to sleep!
I reject!
Why!
23. Charmer and the Snake
Side story · 33 linesAfter Awakener fell asleep.
Is that person your new toy? Sister Lilith?
Toy? What are you talking about! That's my love!
If I hear the term 'toy' again, I'm going to get angry.
However, when you leave, that person will forget about you.
Just like me.
If you hadn't shown up, I wouldn't have known I had a sister like you.
Yes, if it's an average person, they would indeed lose memories about to me.
But Awakener is different.
Different?
Lilith extends her hand, revealing a ring symbolizing a vow on her right ring finger.
See that? It's the proof of my pledge with Awakener.
Pledge ?!
Why are you overreacting? It's just a pledge made through the [Illusion].
Awakener has many advantages. I could sit here and talk about them until dawn. However, for me, his greatest advantage is his authenticity.
I hope you get my point. [Authenticity] is unaffected by [Illusion], and that's incredibly meaningful to me.
Take it literally. My skill [Dream-like Bliss] has no impact on Awakener.
At first, I could only experience myself in a state of [Dream-like Bliss], but over time, its constraints gradually faded away.
Now, Awakener has become completely immune.
Why do I get the feeling that you seem to have understood something strange? Are you okay?
It's okay, I just suddenly figured a lot of things out.
Sister Lilith, I have another question.
If I hadn't called you out today, what would you have planned to do?
Probably will go directly to find Awakener.
Do you know that Awakener is right here?
I didn't know until I got here, my dear. Originally, if I hadn't brought you along, I was planning to take a different path. You truly are my lucky star.
24. Enjoy Yourself to the Fullest!
Side story · 29 linesThe next day, the beach.
Daisy, why have you put on a swimsuit?
No, darling, you're not allowed to look!
I didn't look again.
And your clothes aren't much different from your swimsuit, are they?
Alright, alright, I just won't look then.
That is...Awakener, along with the pink-haired girl we met yesterday.
The one we met yesterday?
Awakener even disregarded [The Book of Falco] and ran after her. Judging by the current situation, it seems that he has caught up with her.
Is it that fast?
Hmm? What topic are you discussing?
A little gossip about Awakener.
What? I want to listen too!
Others can't see Lilith by your side, they only see you chatting happily with Daisy.
These discussions about you are too quiet to reach your ears, but someone has heard them.
What are you talking about, Daisy? What's correct?
You're right.
It seems like there's a watermelon splitting game over there.
Let's go, my dear, let's go and see!
Happy times always seem to be fleeting.
In the blink of an eye, the holiday is about to end.
25. Past Reincarnations
Side story · 20 linesSummer is about to end.
Awakener stood by the sea, facing the waves.
This will probably be my last time seeing the sea this holiday.
The holiday has flown by so fast, it feels like summer just started! But now it's almost over.
My dear, that's how the holiday goes.
However, you don't need to be too sentimental, Lilith will always be by your side no matter what.
No matter what my dear wants to do, Lilith can do it~
That was originally my place.
Original?
Remember one thing before you kill me.
...What could it be?
If Awakener is the person standing by the sea and sighing, asking if you have seen her, you should answer yes.
Do I talk so much in the future?
Once I kill you, all your memories will be mine.
You're right.
Aren't you going to resist?
No, the Future I represent has no value at all.
I am just an onlooker who hides jealousy deep within my heart... I envy the previous me, she possesses the most beautiful memories, and I also envy the next me, you will not make the same mistakes as I did.
Let's get started.
Sure.
26. Search and Capture
Side story · 6 lines27. Unexpected Arrival
Side story · 5 linesLevia's watchdog has brought many soldiers here recently.
There must be something here that Levia needs.
What could Levia possibly need?
I'm not sure either, but I have a hunch.
If we can figure out what Levia needs here, then the reasons why Levia has become what it is now will also come to light.