Vivian's dates

Good morning, Leader! The sky is as clear as a flawless gemstone. What a great day for a date!

There's a place I want to go, but I want to know what you think.

Leader, where do you want to go?

Oh Leader, you sure know my heart. Looks like you've been watching me closely.

Hoho, this makes me happier than discovering a new gemstone.

A good choice, but I have a better idea.

There's a treasure market going on near the mall. I believe you're interested, Leader?

During my divination this morning, I could feel some kind of power at the market. I can't help but be curious.

Shall we go then, Leader?

Oh, it seems we've been misled by the name "treasure market". Look.

They sell exotic food as well. Pickled earthworms, chargrilled fangtooth, lizard tail in plum sauce...

Um, "treasure" indeed.

Leader, which one do you want to try first?

Humans can't progress without trying new things. You're good at this, Leader.

I'll give it a try too.

Hmm...a very unique taste. You can mildly taste the wine, and an earthly undertone...

Wait... Is it because the ingredients are not thoroughly cleaned?

Don't worry, from what I saw in my divination, the future Leader is alive and well.

You can try the lizard tail in plum sauce. I'm sure you'll like it.

I tried it on a faraway southern island. It kind of tastes like sweet and sour chicken. Very appetizing!

Lizard tail in plum sauce is a traditional dish of that island. I'm glad to be able to eat it here!

This is a rare chance, Leader. Don't miss it! I'll buy a serving for the two of us!

How is it? Good, right?

Since we're here, we should enjoy ourselves. Let's try other delicacies!

Leader, what do you want to try next?

As expected from Leader. I knew fangtooth's appearance won't scare you, hohoho!

Despite their big head, fangtooths actually have a lot of meat.

During one of my travels, I had the chance to try it in Tarawa. Taste wise...well, just so-so to me.

But you don't get to see fangtooths everyday, since they live in the deep sea. It's not easy to catch them.

This is a rare chance, we must try it!

Hohoho, it's okay. I know you're not interested in all these.

I just wanted to recommend it to you since it's a rare delicacy. I'm not forcing you, yeah?

Forcing other people to do what they don't like is the worst. I won't do that.

The world is full of curious things. I look forward to seeing you show interest in something new.

I wonder what would catch your attention, hohoho!

Okay, I'm going off-topic. Back to the matter at hand...

Leader, let's check out that crystal shop!

"Choose a crystal and place it on your palm. Wait for 5 seconds and it will transform into the shape you want."

This sounds fun! What shape will it become on Leader's palm?

Okay, I'll choose this. Here, Leader.

It became a crystal rose! The petals are so delicate. Leader must care a lot about details.

You're giving it to me? Thanks!

I wonder who's on your mind when you were holding the crystal? Hohoho!

You're so proactive. You want me to hold the crystal?

Wow, this looks like...a brooch with a gemstone. I didn't expect it to work with the two of us holding it.

This feeling... It seems to contain a "power of the future". Maybe it's related to our future?

Hm? You're giving it to me? Thanks, I'll treasure it!

I think the mysterious power I felt during my divination came from this crystal.

A crystal that can change its form based on the person holding it is rare. It requires magic.

Could the shop owner be... (Vivian turns around to face the shop.)

Eh? It's empty.

Ah, Leader, wait for me!

Oops, it's slightly cracked.

Leader, don't look so guilty. This accident could be "destined" too.

A witch? What an exciting word. I can tell the shop owner has many secrets.

The fact that she could hide herself in broad daylight, she's definitely no ordinary woman.

Looks like not finding the shop owner is also "destined".

Desire and longing are the basic driving forces of man. Under their influence, we will arrive at a certain result.

Whether it's good or evil, no one knows until we reach the finish line.

Fate is predetermined; it can't be changed. But fate is also unknown. There are many things we can't see, even with my divination. It makes life all the more exciting, don't you think?

This conversation is getting a bit heavy. Let's get back to the matter at hand. We're nearing the end of our treasure market tour.

Today is indeed an unexpected day!

I look forward to the unknown fate, and my future with you, Leader.

Handsome Leader, are you waiting for the pretty and lucky Miss Vivian?

She came here as fast as she could after her treasure appraisal.

You don't mind the wait, do you?

That's right. We're guided by fate, led by destiny. This slightly delayed meeting...

...may bring us an unexpected surprise.

Is that so? I was so engrossed in the rare treasures I lost track of time.

But from now on, my time is for you.

I hope this mysterious day would make up for the wait.

Leader, are you curious why I asked to meet you here at the amusement park?

I'm sure you are. You're probably thinking this place doesn't suit me.

What if I tell you, I foresee we'll have an unexpected gain here today. Will you believe me?

Hohoho, replying a question with a question. You're getting good at this, Leader.

The answer is of course, never!

Science is good, but prophecies are more romantic.

I can't grasp the details, but I can see bits and pieces of the future.

In order to find this "unexpected gain", we should start moving towards the future.

We'll find the answer, as long as we're together.

Now, according to the usual amusement park course, where should we go first?

Haha, the lady in front of us dropped her ring, and I actually caught it. What a coincidence!

She gave me a pair of buffet vouchers as thanks. Our dinner is settled!

Wow, I got to see a cool side of Leader!

How did you know the boy was about to fall off? And caught him so quickly?

Is this the "unexpected gain"? Hmm...it's indeed quite unexpected.

But my prophecy says there are more surprises waiting for us.

The next one is...on the Ferris wheel.

Hohoho, seeing how excited you are, Miss Vivian's prophecy was worth it after all.

I've always enjoyed the process of finding out how my prophecies would come to pass.

And this time I'm doing that with Leader by overlooking the city. It makes the process even more enjoyable!

Haha, there's nothing I can't predict, you know.

Hmm...alright. Actually what happened just now was unexpected.

But I'm dedicated to seeking romance. Come with me, Leader.

Oh, the sky was clear a moment ago. Leader, have you heard of sunshower?

I think we're getting close to our "unexpected gain".

I didn't expect to see a circular rainbow! It was my first time!

When I look at that rainbow at the highest point of the Ferris wheel, it looked like a gate to another world. It's so magical.

Leader, do you think we could enter the Dream world through that rainbow?

If I had arrived on time, we would have finished going around the amusement park by now.

The timely sunshower, the Ferris wheel at the highest point, the beautiful rainbow... This is destiny!

This must be today's best "gain".

Hohoho, I've never heard you say such things before.

Is the amusement park's cotton candy too sweet, giving you a sweet tongue?

Let me try it next time. Ah, I mean the cotton candy.

Oh, looks like today's encounter wasn't to your fancy.

I don't mind a greedy Leader.

Can I take it as an invitation for our next date? Hohoho!

Somehow time passes exceptionally fast when I'm with you.

To me, you're also a rare treasure.

This is not the end of destiny's guidance. Leader, do you know that I'll be in your future?

How long will our paths cross? It's a question even divination cannot answer.

I'm already looking forward to our next meeting!

See? I'm right on time today!

Although I said to let divination decide our meeting place, I knew you would still keep your promise.

"So far yet so near."

"Began with magic, hidden in history."

This is where we're going today. Guess where is it?

Hohoho, you're such a romantic, Leader.

But I suggest experiencing a full life before going to heaven.

Since there are so many wonderful treasures in this world waiting to be discovered.

Um, close, but not a museum.

It's a more...mysterious and unique place.

I'll lead the way.

Seeing it with your own eyes would be more interesting than hearing it from me.

You're funny as always, Leader. Hohoho!

This is an antique shop, but my divination didn't tell me whether there's a witch inside.

Mystery always fascinates me. What about you, Leader?

Don't worry, I won't bring Leader to a shady place.

This is an antique shop. It looks a bit gloomy, but don't you find the retro shopfront quite pretty?

Do you feel the same, Leader?

Let's find out if it's good or bad.

It seems the owner is not around.

Then we have to get her attention. Maybe she'll come out to meet us.

Maybe...the owner has hidden herself and is standing right in front of us? Hohoho!

"Everything has a price tag". This is the rule of the world.

Even if you didn't pay the price right now, you'll have to pay it some time in the future. Double, even.

The owner knows this, that's why she could leave the door open.

Leader, did you realize that the dim lighting actually brings out the beauty of the collections on the shelves?

It seems the lightings are designed to match the displays.

Such as...

Leader, I'm impressed by your good taste!

The cat's eyes, made from gemstones, reflect the light shining at them at just the right angle.

Not only is the artisan skillful, but the position of the lightings also makes the statue a priceless piece of art!

So you noticed this doll too, Leader?

The simple white robe, thick long sleeves, and the hood.

The candle placed in front of the doll casts a long shadow behind it in the shape of a cross.

The shop owner is amazing. She knows how to make use of lighting to enhance her collections. This idea might be even more valuable than the collections themselves.

We can't leave this wonderful place empty-handed.

Leader, to thank you for your help, I'm planning to get you a small gift from here.

Let's see, what should I get? There're so many choices!

Oh? This... This is it! I'll take this brooch!

Ah, wait, Leader! Don't touch that!!

Leader!

Hohoho, you're awake, Leader.

Did you have a strange dream?

You saw the magic crystal we bought on our first date?

Leader!

Hohoho, you're awake, Leader.

Did you have a strange dream?

You saw the witch shop owner we met on our first date?

What an unexpected fate.

Perhaps there's no clear boundary between dreams and reality. Just like divination and the future.

This is going to be a lengthy discussion. Shall we talk while having dinner?

By the way, take good care of my gift, okay?