Hachi Shiki's dates

Is this the izakaya of this city?

Young people dating here have pretty special interests.

Or did you find out about my interest?

Don't drink in a pub?

I can't understand humans...

I've been living like humans for a long time, yet there are still many things that I don't understand.

For example, when humans talk, you can tell much more from their tones and expressions.

As for compliments and praises, I can't always tell if they are sincere.

But enough about all that.

Since I'm here, I must taste all sorts of fine wine.

Let's drink to our hearts' content!

Is there a problem?

What's the point if you can't drink till you're high?

Although I've been in this world for a few hundred years, but there aren't many whom I can drink with.

Will you be my next drinking buddy?

I hope you'll say yes.

Wait, one more thing.

Young man...

...Are you of legal drinking age?

This is important. Think carefully before you answer.

Haha, you're cute! Do you always talk like this?

Appearance can't hide your true self, you know?

Only adults like me, who are mature both outside and inside, can drink freely.

Your answer is written on your face.

It's a bit lonely to drink by myself, but I'm used to it.

It looks like it'll be a while before I can be drinking buddies with you, Leader.

Like waiting for a good wine to age. I look forward to the day when it's open.

I shall drink for both of us today.

Tsk tsk, a youthful and foolish comment!

There are two things in this world that cannot be replaced: Moonlight by the sea and alcohol.

Don't expose a girl's thoughts.

Humans are foolish and narrow-minded, yet their hands can brew such fine wines. Intriguing.

The longer I live as a human, the more I'm confused. Take this wine glass for example. No matter how much I drink, every mouth brings me surprises.

You'll know the wonderful feeling of getting drunk when you're older, Leader.

Many forgotten pasts and long lost friends will come back to you in that moment.

Cheers!

They're good.

A taste I've never experienced before. It makes me want to keep a few bottles.

I'll wait for a special occasion and drink with the sea breeze.

Deliberate comments don't do fine wines justice.

But I like them. The people who made them must have a story a tell.

(Burps)

I'm sure there are many more surprises in this city. Shall we have a few more cups somewhere else?

Never mind. Kids should go home and sleep. I'll go look for more good wine elsewhere.

See you!

Cherry blossoms. Looks like they're in full bloom.

I've seen this many times, but each time there's a subtle difference.

Sometimes I would hear izakaya's customers talk about them. I guess everyone sees things differently.

Nothing surprising.

I may have lived in this world for a few hundred years...

But it doesn't make me care less about flowers that bloom and wilt in an endless cycle. Just like a wine glass that's emptied and filled, friends who parted and reunited.

I've exchanged wine for many stories. They are filled with human emotions.

Weak humans tend to attract my attention in unexpected places, like the girl who handed me the wine pot many years ago.

When I start to care about humans, the world starts to change.

To me, humans' love for cherry blossoms...

...is their way of lamenting about fate.

Interesting, interesting.

You're quick to catch the message. No wonder so many people are willing to follow you.

I'll toast to this!

Oh?

Are you that person?

Cherry blossoms only bloom for seven days. They bloom with vitality and wilt with dignity. This fearlessness is just like humans, don't you think?

It also applies to you, Leader. You move forward courageously despite the difficulties ahead.

And that little soul who gave me her body...

I am. Let's toast to Leader's bravery!

I heard that drinking and dating go well together.

Hmm... Maybe you're just naive.

Since we're already here, shouldn't we drink another round?

I've prepared some suitable tidbits to go with it.

Did you bring any good wine?

After you're done drinking your juice, let's do some activities! We can gather petals to help us remember this season.

Good. You're starting to look like an adult.

I once tasted flower wine. The strong alcohol smell was mixed with a hint of floral fragrance. It was as if I'm playing hide and seek with my senses.

Ahh, the memories.

What doesn't in the passage of time?

All forms of collection ultimately lead to the heart.

I thought a human Leader would be good at such things.

Anyway, I want to try brewing wine myself.

When the blooming season comes again, I hope I can drink with you once more!

Haha! You're always so serious when it comes to these things.

How should I put it... I guess I can call you "cute".

For now, just keep me company while I enjoy the flowers and wine.

I'm just joking.

Like I said, only adults like me are fit to taste rich and aromatic wines.

Time to me is no big deal, but every second is a precious memory.

While I look forward to drinking with you, I treasure the time we've spent together.

Another day of happy drinking! I give you permission to accompany me until the sun goes down.

Haha!

I got up early today. I need some wine to wake me up.

It's been a long time since I last went out this early. I'm definitely not a morning person.

So, you should be honored!

The weather today is gorgeous!

I need to visit these kind of places once in a while to feel the youthful vibes.

Well then, I hope you've prepared a picnic mat and tidbits.

I don't get to see the morning sights often, so...

I have wine, do you have stories?

Oh? I hope it's a refreshing one.

I've heard so many, most of which I can't even remember...

But when I hear new story, sometimes it'll sound familiar.

This place looks familiar. I might have heard of it somewhere.

Anyway, I want to hear your story.

The longer you live, the more you forget.

These stories sometimes are a reminder to yourself.

To remind you to remember them.

A girl and the sea... It brings back memories.

The endless ocean and the moon rising and setting over the horizon. I never get bored of watching them.

Maybe there are many human girls who are acting out their own stories on their respective beaches.

A human and the doll she made?

Do humans also pour their feelings into dolls?

I can't help but wonder...

...how the boundless universe looks like in the eyes of humans.

So, what happened to that girl?

Hmm... One has to press on no matter what obstacles they may face.

The girl and I could be friends.

I want to drink with such a lovely girl some day!

Hmph, something bad happened after all.

Oops. Guess I'm not in a position to say this.

If I had the chance, I would love to drink with her doll!

Humans are complicated creatures.

They would sometimes take actions that are straightforward, which makes it even harder to understand. Ahh, I'm getting a headache. I need a drink!

Leader, do you like the sea?

I agree. All the peace and joy of humans must be hidden in the ocean.

Sitting by the sea and drinking in the moonlight always calms my mind.

I've never experienced this anywhere else. It's where I can find peace.

There's danger everywhere.

I think your eyes are better at discovering beautiful scenery.

Did I overestimate you?

Ugh... I'm getting sleepy.

I'm going back to get some sleep before tonight's drinking session.

Bye!