Fate/Grand Order story · Events, Chilling Dreamlike Nether Peak, Paradise Lake
Summer with the Ghost Girl
Chilling Dreamlike Nether Peak, Paradise Lake . Dense Forest A
1 scenes, 263 lines
1. Before the battle
263 linesThis story takes place as summer draws to a quiet close, after the season's other events had reached their end.
It began when I dimly recalled the promise I made to her.
Man, those cicadas are really loud...
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Yes, they are. It's very evocative of summer in Japan.
I wonder what makes people think of summer in other countries, like America and China.
I don't think I've ever heard much about cicadas in those places.
Uh
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Hehehe. I've been walking alongside you. Did you not notice?
Since it's been so long since we last saw each other, let me reintroduce myself. My name is Asagami Fujino.
I know who you are.
You do? I see.
Am I in Chaldea, by any chance? ...I am, huh.
...I'm very glad to hear that. I only hope that version of me is making herself useful.
I'm sorry, I actually don't remember meeting you.
Oh, that's all right. I'm not surprised.
I'm just an ordinary girl with somewhat unusual eyes. I don't compare to all the other heroes.
I'm probably only here because the god of this world brought me in as a kind of special guest.
Still, for doing that, this god must be a wonderful person.
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You're the one who introduced Murasaki Shikibu to horror movies.
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Did I now? Well, that does sound like something I'd do.
...I must say, it's a little strange to hear about something another version of me did...
Tell me, how many days has it been since you and I last met?
I think it was after the Phantom incident?
Yes, that's right.
Didn't we meet on the last day?
...No, we didn't.
If you can't even get that simple a question right, maybe your only hope is to die and start all over again.
...Hehehe, just kidding. Don't worry.
Oh, but do be careful.
Even someone who would usually never get a bad ending can wind up with one if they make enough mistakes.
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You want to know why I came here today?
Hehe, that's funny. That's exactly what I wanted to ask you, Fujimaru.
Why did you come here today?
To keep a promise.
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Let me give you one word of advice:
You shouldn't take promises to ghosts too seriously.
All they know how to do is curse, haunt, and possess.
They're sad creatures who can only respond to goodwill with malice.
...No, even thinking of them as "sad" isn't right. That's how far gone they are.
Still, that said...I am happy you kept your word.
Thank you for that.
All right, shall we be on our way then, Fujimaru?
Where are we going?
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The place where we first met.
Don't worry, there aren't any more ghosts there. We can just spend a nice, relaxing day together.
The clear blue sky seemed to stretch on forever.
The sun's piercing rays burned fiercely, but not unpleasantly.
Their glaring light simply helped drive home the fact that summer was in full swing.
...Ahh, I knew it.
This may have been my biggest mistake of the summer.
Wh-where'd that come from?
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I'm sorry. Forget I said anything.
Did I do something wrong?
Please, don't worry about it. I've made plenty of mistakes as well.
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Anyway, here we are.
This place is still fairly tidy, but it's also a little dusty.
Then we'd better start with some cleaning.
I agree.
Wait right there, Fujimaru. I'll be back as soon as I
Huh? You want to help me?
...Well, all right.
We're not Master and Servant at the moment...
...so it shouldn't be a problem for us to clean together.
So what? Can't we just leave it like this?
Hmph. No, Fujimaru, we can't.
Laziness gets you demerits, you know.
Now come on, let's start cleaning.
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Where do you want this?
Let's see...
...Let's put it in the closet. I don't think it will work anymore, anyway.
I'll go take out this trash.
That would be great. Could you bring this out, too?
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Those are fall cicadas. They make that clicking when the sun is high.
I kind of like how restless they sound, myself.
How about you, Fujimaru?
Not really my thing.
I can understand that.
There is something about that sound that almost makes me feel as though I'm being forced to run a race.
I think I like it, too.
Well aren't you the rascal.
Still, I can see how well it would suit someone who's always in a hurry, running around.
Say, did you happen to be the anchor runner in your class's relay race whenever you had track-and-field day?
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Okay, I think now's a good time for a light lunch. Does soumen sound good?
Wonderful. Then I'll start making the noodles now. Could you pass me the flour, please?
You got it!
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Um... I'm sorry. I was only joking.
We can't actually make soumen from scratch right now. It takes time to prepare the noodles.
Wait. You meant make them from scratch?
...I'm sorry. I was trying to make a joke, but I guess it didn't come across.
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All right, I'll put the soumen in the pot now. Would you cut the vegetables for the garnish?
Sure thing!
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There we go. Now we make sure the soumen are completely drained...
Add the chopped vegetables...
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Oh, yes, we also need some form of protein, so let's add some thinly sliced pork.
How do you feel about spicy dipping sauce?
I love it.
So do I. I've always been fond of things that are unashamed to be what they are.
I'm not too big on it...
I see. That's too bad.
In that case, why don't we have sesame sauce instead? That always goes well with pork.
All right, let's go with that.
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Ready to eat?
Absolutely!
Good. Then let's eat.
(Munch, munch) Sorry, did you say something?It's really good!
Ah! What do you think you're doing? Don't you know you're supposed to wait until everyone's ready?
I have to take away some Fujinon Points for that.
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I know Servants don't need to eat to survive...
But there's something about a delicious meal that just fills me with energy.
I'm gonna see if there's enough for seconds.
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Oh yes, don't worry. There's plenty of soumen left to go around.
...Maybe I'll have a little more, too. There's something devilishly tempting about summer soumen, isn't there?
Mmm, that was delicious.
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Indeed. It was a lovely meal.
And I think it tasted even better because we made it together.
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Oh no.
Now that we're done eating, I don't know what to do next.
Maybe we could just hang out and take it easy?
I see.
Maybe we could just lounge around and be lazy?
Lounge around...? Hehe, what a funny word. "Lounge." Hehehe.
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All right then, let's hang outor lounge around, if you preferon the porch by the garden.
Wind chimes echo throughout the otherwise quiet house.
You know, I've never spent summer anywhere outside Japan. I wonder if it's like this everywhere?
It might be a little different in Hawaii.
Hawaii! It's always summer there, isn't it!?
Speaking as Fujinon the Twister, that's easily at the top of my list of places I'd like to visit someday.
I get the feeling it might not be.
You think? ...That's a shame, but at least I'm happy spending this one here like this.
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By the way, this may be a bit of a strange question, but are you feeling sleepy at all?
So you are. I knew it. By all means, take a nap if you like. Sleep as long as you want.
Don't mind if I do then...
...While we're at it, I could even fan you and sing you a lullaby, if you like.
Here, close your eyes...
Rooockaby baaaby... Onnn the treetooop...
Wheeen the wind blooows... Oh. He's already fast asleep.
My, she's completely defenseless now, isn't she? ...Hehe.
It's hard to believe he's such an accomplished Master.
Oh, he must be more tired than I thought. He looks like he's in pain.
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...Maybe I'll twist him, just a little bit...
No thanks. There's no telling what could happen while I'm asleep.
...I see...
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I fell asleep!?
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Oh yes. You were out like a light, but only for thirty minutes or so.
By the way, on a different subject: How are you feeling right now?
Especially your insides?
Now that you mention it...I feel pretty good.
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I see. I'm glad to hear that.
I knew it was worth doing a little careful twisting.
What'd you say?
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Oh, me? Nothing. Nothing at all. Hehehe.
Ah.
That's right. I very nearly forgot.
You can't spend summer in Japan without having watermelon at least once.
Ooh, watermelon!
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You know, Japanese people actually didn't start eating watermelon until relatively recently.
They began in the Taishou period, sometime in the early twentieth century.
Perhaps it was slow to catch on because its red insides reminded some people of flesh and blood.
I'm one of them myself, actually, but I enjoy the taste all the same.
Ahh, what a nice, cool breeze.
It really does help you cool down, even on a hot day.
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Yes, it does.
...How did you like summer this year, Fujimaru?
Was it fun? Was it difficult?
Well, no matter how fun or difficult it may have been, the memories you cultivated here will never go away.
They may fade with time, but they'll never disappear.
That's just as true for things you experience with a ghost: both fear and grief, and joy and fun alike.
Basically, um, what I'm trying to say is...
...I really hope you remember me.
Of course I will.
Hehe.
(Stay silent)
...Was I really that scary?
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Oh my. The cicadas are out in force this evening.
That means it's about time for us to say goodbye.
So, this is it...?
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...Yes, it is.
Do take care of yourself, Fujimaru.
Today, you earned a perfect score.
Oh, and if you should see another me around Chaldea, I hope you'll give her my regards.
All right, let's shake hands one last time before we go our separate ways.
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Is something wrong?
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Maybe it has something to do with my being a ghost...
...but I'm tempted to keep holding your hand and take you off to the afterlife with me.
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U-um, I'm only kidding, of course.
I would only take someone with their consent, after all...
...Ahem.
Anyway, I do hate to say goodbye, but it comes with the territory when you're a ghost.
So...goodbye, Fujimaru.
One day, I hope to see you again somewhere.
Goodbye, Fujino.
Hehe, it's a little embarrassing for me, being on a first name basis with someone.
Goodbye, pretty lady.
... ...I, um, wasn't expecting that.
Hmph. Don't you know better than to go around scaring ghosts?
And to think, you were so close to earning a perfect score, then you messed it up at the end. Hehe.
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...You know, I loved hearing you call my name.
...Now then.
Today, Fujimaru, you earned...
Zero points.
Hehehe. Were you misbehaving on purpose, perhaps?
Either way, now that you've toyed with an innocent girl's heart and acted salty to her at every turn...
...you've earned yourself a nice twisting as punishment.
...Look. Even as we speak, there are hands sneaking up from behind to...invite you.
Goodbye, Fujimaru.
Maybe the twisting you receive in the realm between this world and the next one will help you learn a little lesson.
And besides...isn't this how every good scary story turns out?
Welp...it looks like my summer nightmares have only just begun.
...Yes, it is.
Do take care of yourself, Fujimaru.
Oh, and if you should see another me in Chaldea, I hope you'll give her my regards.
Well...goodbye.
Oh, and one more thing:
Today, you got seventy points.
Hehe, not that there's any particular significance to that score.
Ah
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When I came to, it was already dark. I was alone.
I made my way back, following the path as best I could in the dark.
...At times, I felt an urge to turn around, but I managed to suppress it.
After all, memories of a summer day like this are best kept tucked away in one's own mind.
As I walked back, I heard the songs of crickets, and I knew this summer would soon be over.