Hotel

Eh? Look at that!

There's a hotel!

Whoa! Where did that come from?

A hotel in the Outpost,

can we use it as our dormitory?

No.

That was built following a certain squad's request.

A certain squad's... request?

What does that mean?

They live in this great hotel but not our small dorm?

Who knows?

All that I know is that a squad requested that building and it's up to us to make it come true.

Liter told you that?

Yeah.

Even Mighty Tools don't know the real story. How can a squad have so much sway?

How about we request another hotel?

I guess everyone will be happy.

Yeah, that's a great idea! We want one too!

That's not possible.

Why not?

Because unlike the other squads, we're a penal unit.

!!

Th- that's still affecting us even now?

...

We can't do anything about it.

We will forever live in that shabby dorm... stand in shabby bathrooms... use shabby shower heads... and have shabby showers...

...

...

...

Living in that hotel must be worse than in our dorm.

Huh?

It looks so gloomy.

And if you didn't notice, only one squad of Nikkes live in such a huge building.

That's the perfect place for ghost stories!

To request such a scary building, they must be scary people!

... Anis.

She's right!

Water will never come out from their shower heads!

Ours may be shabby, but at least we have water! I'm sure they won't have water when they move in!

We also didn't have water when we moved in.

Then they won't have water forever!

They also won't have sodas! No, they won't even have a refrigerator!

Yeah! Living in such an ugly place, their firepower is sure to go down!

Hear hear!

...

Let's leave this place, Commander.

This should be enough.

Thanks for coming.

I know I called you out of the blue.

All fixed up. Should last for another few decades, I'd say.

Should we move on to the next order of business?

We've got some time to kill before we have to leave.

Let's spend an hour or two at the hotel.

Are we allow to do that?!

Yes, we are.

When the request came in,

they offered to give us a room once the repairs were finished, so we could relax.

They even sent a room key.

Thanks to Greenhorn, we finished up early,

so we can kick back and relax before we head back out.

It's been a while since we had some proper R&R.

You pulled your weight too, Greenhorn, so you can join us.

Anyone here?

They invited us over and no one's even in the lobby...

Where are their basic manners?

Beats me.

Is there really no one here?

Silent as a tomb in here.

But the lobby's totally immaculate, as if it was just cleaned.

There isn't a spec of dust anywhere. Not even the window sills.

Well, that's a good sign.

It's been well maintained, that's for sure.

Yeah, I've never sat in such a comfy chair!

Hmph.

Well, there's no point in waiting for someone to show up.

Let's just head up to the rooms.

All right!

Wow, check out these digs! It's even separated into different rooms.

The beds are so soft too!

It's like sleeping on a cloud!

Haha, you're awfully excited.

Nice, that'll be perfect for working the kinks out of my shoulders.

You can open and close the curtains just by pushing a button!

It's all so modern.

It's nice to see that one of the buildings

we constructed are being put to good use.

Yeah, really makes you feel pride in your work.

Who is it?

Must be the hotel owner.

Better answer it.

No one's there!

Huh? There's a trolley...

Just some snacks... and a note!

What does it say?

Let's see...

It says, "We prepared some snacks for you. Have a nice rest."

You're just saying that 'cause I'm the one who read it!

The hotel owner certainly is an unusual fellow...

With a personality like that, they're in the wrong business.

I'd be curious to see the owner's face,

but there must be a reason why they're staying out of sight.

Well anyway, let's take their advice

and enjoy ourselves.

All right!

I'm gonna jump in the tub and let those water jets work me over.

I'm gonna lay on this comfy bed and eat some snacks.

This hotel is awesome!

This might be the best hotel I've ever been to.

No, today's my first time.

!!

I'll get it.

No one again!

They must be quick on their feet. There's another trolley.

Wow, all this food smells amazing! It must be super fresh too, just look at the steam coming off it.

Now I'm really starting to get curious about this hotel.

Still, can't complain about the service.

Anyway, it's time to move on to the next assignment.

Let's finish eating, pack our belongings, and head out.

Huh? There's a note underneath the dish.

Let me read it!

It says

"Hope you had a nice rest. Everything is in the house, so you can leave whenever you like. I hope you've enjoyed your stay at our hotel."

We may not have seen their face, but the owner certainly seems like a nice person.

That's right! The service was spectacular!

Vacation is a bit of an exaggeration...

Anyway, if I ever come again, I hope I can get a look at the owner.

... *Squeak* ♪

*Quack squeak... Quack... ♯ Quack squeak ♪ Squeak*

...

*Quack squeak* ♪

*Quack squeak squeak... Squeak squeak... Squeak squeak... Squeak squeak quack* ♪

One moment!

I'll be right there. I just want to finish this section first.

Oh, Conductor, it's you! You scared me.

I didn't expect anyone would be listening in such a deserted hotel.

!!

Not at all!

Actually, I originally intended on playing something easier on the ears.

But every time I start to play...

the room next to mine goes berserk! It sounds like the end of days in there...

Once it starts, it doesn't let up, so eventually the music I was playing became just as shrill in turn.

Can you not?

Sorry, I can't tell which sound is real and which is from my imagination at this point.

...

If you can get them to cut out that awful racket,

I'm positive that I'll be able to play properly once again.

...

... Who's there? I'm not expecting any other visitors!

!!

Oh, um... one second. I just have to tidy up a bit.

...

...

So...

I apologize if I've disturbed you, but there was a good reason for it.

We had planned to come here and do some trading. You know, to keep it all hush-hush.

But these strange noises kept coming from the room close to us.

It could be a trap set by a rival organization or a monitoring device installed by some government agents.

I was planning on getting rid of it quietly, but the sound is coming from inside the wall.

So all I can do is smash through the wall.

Sorry for making such a commotion.

Yeah, it's been going on for a while now.

If I can't find the source of that infernal sound, I'll tear this entire hotel apart brick by brick.

You know I'm not playing around.

And my patience is running really thin.

Who is it?! What do you want?

Wait, that voice...

Don't you have any manners?!

Relax, I'm coming! If you keep beating on that door, I'm gonna beat you on the head.

... Commander? I didn't expect to see you here.

What are you doing here? This entire place is about to be nothing but rubble.

Despite the fact that the entire place has no actual staff, I had heard good things about the service here.

I came here all the way from the Outer Rim.

However, the second I got here, all I could hear were people stomping around upstairs.

Not only that, they had the TV blaring at full blast.

It's been like this for hours.

I tried being civilized and calling the front desk,

but then I remembered that this place doesn't have any actual staff.

So I decided the next best thing was to blow it to smithereens.

And it just so happens I've got a timebomb in my luggage.

Hmm? What is it?

Huh? Sorry for what?

...

...

... Is it here?

Let's go in.

Ahhhhh!!

!!

Jeez, you scared me! I thought you were Helm... I mean a bunch of ghosts!

Anis? What are you doing here?

Um... I'm just...

I really wanted to sleep at a hotel...

I was wondering what it'd be like to stay at a hotel for no particular reason, and sleep somewhere really luxurious for a change.

... I see.

What are you all doing at a hotel anyway?

...

... Commander?

Are you crazy?! Coming here to do that sort of thing in broad daylight?!

I have no idea what you're thinking, but I can guarantee it's not that.

I just came here to use the shower.

Don't lie to me! I saw you holding hands when you came in here! Save the hanky-panky for the Commander's Room!

??

You're saying I should take a shower in the Commander's Room?

Now you're taking it too far, Anis. Why, it's practically unthinkable.

...

I came here because I heard it has a functioning shower.

If it's not too much trouble, could I use it?

Do whatever you want. Just keep it down so I don't wake up.

...?

...?

Is someone in the shower?

Hey! I don't know who you are, but this isn't a bed and breakfast!

You can't just waltz in here and use the facilities as you please!

...

Huh? They're acting as if they can't hear me.

Hey. Are you not lis...

... tening?

What the...

But... didn't you guys just hear the shower running?

I heard it.

The floor isn't even wet.

What's going on here? Maybe I'm just imagining things because I love being able to shower any time I want.

Anyway, like I said. You can take a shower, just keep it dow...

...

...

Hey! Who is that?!

...

What is this?

...

I think it's best you don't say anything and just leave.

Why?

!!

Commander... what does that sound like to you?

That's what I thought.

I don't know about you, but I'm not keen on meeting any paranormal entities today. Let's get the heck out of here.

Aaaagggh!

Anis, calm down.

How do you expect me to calm down?!

Ghosts aren't real.

There has to be a scientific explanation for that sound.

Don't try and act smart! You don't have the faintest clue where that sound's coming from, just like the rest of us.

Here, I'll open it. Will that make it better?

I-I don't think that's a good idea.

Trust me, Anis.

There's no such thing as ghosts.

...

Wh-what is it?

...

I-it's nothing, right? There's a perfectly rational explanation for all of this, isn't there?

... We have to get out of here.

... What was it?

... Wet hand prints.

...

... We're leaving.

Man, this▣※ hotel is massive※□!

▣※□Staying would really make you feel※※like you're in vacation mode▣※□.

Says you...

How much do you think this place costs?

Think I could afford to buy it?

Quency...

There aren't enough bottle caps in the universe to buy this place.

I was just asking!

Hey, Counselor.

Right on time.

Wh□▣at?

You mean□▣, you came here※without knowing※what we're doing today?□▣?

We're※▣▣※ doing something huge※※today.

... We are?

※※Well, to be□□honest... I don't really※know either▣※.

※▣You really▣don't have a clue what's going on▣.

※※And neither does▣Guilty▣apparently.

※※Actually, to be□□honest... I don't really※know either▣※.

Don't tease the Counselor, Sin.

It's only natural that no one knows what's going on.

I said I'd let everyone know once we were at the hotel.

If I'd told anyone beforehand, none of you would have come.

What is it?

You're all going to help me put the finishing touches on a new escape route.

I already started digging it around the back of the hotel.

I dug all the way through a few rooms, but it became too hard to finish on my own.

But I'm not really in the working mood right now...

I should have※▣▣ expected※□something like this.

Of course. Why wouldn't you?

I'll take it that everyone agrees to assist?

All right, that's settled! Let's head in.

※□Sorry Instructor,※□ you're▣in the same boat as us.▣□▣

Hm... Let's see.

I think we can start digging near the fan.

For a good night's sleep.

I can't sleep very well in the Rehabilitation Center.

A few days ago, I came here to rest for a while,

and I fell asleep the moment my head hit the pillow.

It made me start wondering if a different bed would help me sleep better.

The beds here are super fluffy.

Wow, Quency is right. It feels like a cloud.

Exactly. I'll be able to get a good night's sleep here.

In case you forgot Counselor, I haven't been rehabilitated yet.

Don't you think it might set off some alarms if I waltz into a hotel lobby?

Well, what do you say everyone?

Can you lend me a hand?

This place is way different from the Rehabilitation Center.

The beds in the center are as hard as a rock, and freezing.

The ones here are so fluffy... I kinda want to take a nap...

There's even※▣▣ a TV※.

※▣□And a□ shower.

With warm water, □□no less※※□.

Oh my god, they've□▣even got a▣▣※blender! ※ 50 points for that※※!

*Sigh* I knew I couldn't count on those two.

Looks like that leaves only you, Counselor.

That's the first phase of construction finished.

We can do the finishing touches a little later.

What do you think? Does it look good?

Nice try Counselor, but flattery won't get you anywhere with me.

That won't happen. People don't pay attention to areas like this.

Nicely done, you two.

□▣Looks like a nice▣※route▣※.

I'd say that's worth...※※□▣30 points.

Good job everyone... even though the Counselor and I were the only two who did anything.

Can we hang out at the hotel a little longer?

Yeah, □▣ can we?

I wanna stay too!

You deserve a break too, Counselor, especially after all that hard work.

Who could that be?

I'm not expecting any visitors.

※□Let's▣hide※!

Why are you two even hiding in the first place?

Oh right, we've already been rehabilitated...

Whatever, ※□who cares?

※※We're helping□▣each other out※▣.

You call this helping?

Is anyone there?

Just be quiet, everyone. If anyone discovers this route, we're finished.

I'll have done all that digging for nothing.

Counselor, take care of them so we don't get caught!

*Bark, bark*

You wanna go inside, Volt? Okay, let's check it out.

Greenhorn? What are you doing here?

Chill... chill what?

Speak properly, will you?

Alone time?

I'm not intruding, am I?

I was walking Volt,

and saw this gaping hole behind the hotel.

I figured someone could end up tripping and hurting themselves, so I was gonna fill it back up,

but it turns out the hole really went down further than I thought.

How can you say that? Someone could be walking along and accidentally trip and fall into that hole.

Who would dig such a deep hole anyway?

Owwww!

Haha, don't worry Volt, I know you're not the culprit.

Actually, it's a good thing that I ran into you, Greenhorn.

Centi has the day off, so I was contemplating how to best go about filling that hole.

Since you're here, you can be my assistant.

Are you busy?

Then what's the problem? You seem awfully reluctant.

Don't worry, it won't take too much time.

Right this way.

Are you sure you want to do this?

Even if it means bending the rules?

...

Don't worry.

I'll take care of them while they're asleep.

...!

... No.

No one can kill the guests in here.

Not even assassins like us.

I don't know what's running through your mind,

but I'm not here to kill you.

Guests are not to be harmed in any way.

It's the number one rule of this hotel.

To look after you, what else?

You're running a fever.

We were about to take your temperature and see if we needed to get you any medicine.

Then you woke up and spoiled all the fun.

...

Anyway, let me take your temperature.

You're hot to the touch.

K, get me some medicine from the office.

You got it.

Yep!

Being an assassin can get tiring,

y'know.

Whenever we're given a target, that person's life hangs in the balance.

The decision as to whether they live or die rests entirely on our shoulders.

After we've made our final judgment, we have to live with that decision from then on.

We may not be entirely human,

but even we can't live every day

with that kind of burden weighing us down.

We've got to find some respite from the heaviness of it all somehow.

So, we opened this hotel.

It doesn't matter if you're a saint or a sinner.

As long as you're within these walls,

no harm will come to you. Not from us at least.

Trust us, your life isn't in any danger whatsoever.

That's rule number two.

We're assassins.

Parading ourselves out in the open may upset the guests.

Yeah, it might give people nightmares.

Worrying about axes flying towards their heads and such.

After all, you had the wrong idea yourself just a moment ago.

You could say that.

I'll go get the medicine. D will stay here with you.

...

You're burning up.

Lie down.

Get some sleep.

We'll have some medicine and a warm meal ready for you when you wake up.

...?

...

Thanks.

Come whenever you're in need of a sanctuary.

No matter what time of day it is.

I'm deeply grateful for the invitation, Servant.

Ever since I started running Snowfield Hot Spring, my desire has been to enhance the standards of our services.

In order to accomplish that, I'm trying to get experiences in all manner of different services.

You said this hotel has exceptional service, right?

That only heightens my anticipation.

Hmm?

This hotel is rather intriguing, but

shouldn't there be employees in the lobby?

It's difficult to fathom how they have the best service.

But I doubt you brought me here to deceive me.

So, I shall leave it to you to guide me.

Hmm...

The room is undeniably impeccably organized.

It's truly immaculate with not a single speck of dust in sight.

There must be someone overseeing this place,

yet we've not run into any employees this entire time.

Interesting.

Does this place offer room service?

How do we use it?

Hmmm?

I think someone's at the door.

There's no one outside,

but something's been delivered.

Here's a steak with a salad on the side,

and even a delightful dessert served with tea for a digestif.

I presume this is the room service you spoke of.

The quality is outstanding.

They seem to have made it with great care. Shall we have a taste?

Goodness gracious, I'm truly astonished.

This is absolutely remarkable.

Even the tea has been perfectly prepared.

I'd love to know exactly what tea leaves were used.

Hehe, I find myself growing more pleased with this place.

I thought nothing could surpass the bath products we use at Snowfield,

but the ones they have here smell absolutely divine.

This is a place that you really need to luxuriate in.

I'll have to bring my squad members here next time.

It would be unjust for me alone to enjoy such splendid service.

Extremely.

This hotel spares no effort in catering to its esteemed guests, attending to every detail with unmatched precision.

I can't tell how pleasant my stay here has been.

This is a wonderful lesson that I can use for the future.

I'll see to it that Snowfield Hot Spring brings even greater joy to its visitors.

Would it be possible to meet the owner of this establishment?

That's a shame.

Then can you pass along this for me?

Bath products and tea leaves used at Snowfield.

One is a gift for you, Servant, for spending time with me like this.

The other is a gift for the owner, who bestows joy upon all who stays here.

It wouldn't be polite of me to come here empty-handed.

All right, then. I'll see you next time.

Thank you again for today, Servant.

...

I see they've left behind some useless trinkets...

...

... You're here.

Yeah, I have a favor to ask you.

K said that...

there's an odd tale circulating around the Outpost lately.

I'm talking about

the Hotel Night Shift Code.

... Not if you know what it's actually about.

Anyway, if a tale like this spreads around,

the hotel guests will feel anxious.

So, I'm gonna figure out what's really going on.

I want this Hotel to remain as a safe zone.

That's the point.

I can't reveal my true identity,

so I can only disguise myself.

Any more questions?

I want to start the investigation right now.

Just wait here.

Rule No. 1 is about this place,

Room 307.

... That's rule No. 1.

We'll just sit here and wait for the door to open on its own.

Then, we can uncover the truth.

Yes?

This is the key card I sent you. Is there any problem?

...

The next rule is:

... That's rule No. 2.

Yes.

Well, tail them for more info?

Why don't we patrol the corridor

to find out more about rule No.2?

What do you mean?

...

... Ah.

Now, here's the final one.

That's what it says...

You look like you're onto something.

K...

... Have you perhaps...

heard about it before?

...

... I don't think so.

No way.

...

... Huh?

How boring.

Rabbity,

there you are!

I finally found you!

I've got a favor to ask you.

Can you go to the Hotel with me?

I was invited there by someone.

They said they're gaga for rabbits, and they were hoping I'd dress up like one and we could talk.

So you need to come with me!

Because you're Rabbity! You probably know more about rabbits than anyone else I know.

I knew you'd agree to it!

Let's hurry, or else we might be late.

Hello there.

Hello! You're the one who likes rabbits, right?

Yep, that's me.

Who's this you came with?

Her guardian? You look awfully young to be looking after someone her age.

I was intending to have a conversation between the two of us, but I suppose there's not much I can do now that you're here.

Very well then, Alice, should we start talking about rabbits?

Sounds good!

Oh, just a moment. I prepared something.

Really? Consider me intrigued.

Didn't she tell you?

I simply adore rabbits.

...

It's a simple matter.

I assume various roles while carrying out assassinations, but having to don the guise of a Bunny Girl is something I haven't done before.

Therefore,

I want to collect more information on them.

From their mindset, down to how wearing the outfit affects their smallest behaviors, I want to know everything there is to...

All done!

...!

Gee, you two are getting along like a house on fire.

We certainly are.

Sorry to keep you two waiting, but I brought a few things.

Let me show you!

This is a conversation I had with Rabbity.

Hmm...

And check this out! It's a doll that looks just like Rabbity.

Isn't it the cutest?

Oh my, it really is precious.

It was tough trying to find one, but I really wanted to show it to you.

Do you have other things to show me?

I sure do! This is a photo I took with Rabbity.

...

It sure is.

You asked for information about Rabbity,

so here it is!

Um, Alice...

I like spending time with Rabbity as much as the next person, but I was more curious about you.

Me?

That's right.

You're a big fan of that bunny outfit you're wearing, right?

I'm curious as to how wearing it makes you feel.

Hmm...

Well, when I walk around in this outfit,

it softens my steps, so I can run faster and farther.

Plus, everyone smiles whenever they see me.

Seeing everyone become happy because of me makes me feel happy too, hehe.

Even now, I feel good just thinking about it.

Can you tell me more?

Goodbye, then!

Thanks for coming with me, Rabbity.

It was nice meeting you both. See you around next time.

It wasn't exactly what I expected, but it was absolutely helpful.

Alice has an innocence wholly her own, which you can't find anywhere else.

She'll make a fantastic reference for future scenarios.

Now, if you'll excuse me.

Are you okay?!

Commander, are you awake?

Do you not remember?

Trina and I found you collapsed at the Outpost.

Are you okay?

You don't look so good.

Oh my goodness! Two whole nights?

Whatever for?

I expected that's what you'd say.

Huh? Does this happen often?

Not often necessarily, but certainly every once in a while.

!!

You can't be doing that, Sun.

You have to make sure to eat and sleep properly.

If we took you back to the Commander's Room, you'd get right back to overworking yourself.

We wanted to make sure you get some proper rest, at least for today.

It sounds like you've been running yourself ragged.

Good!

Very good!

Yes, but not in the way you apparently expected.

We're going to help you relax.

Do you remember the aromatherapy I gave you before?

Hmm?

Oh dear, this isn't good.

I barely have any oil left.

This isn't even enough for an upper body massage.

How about this, Emma?

Would this work?

What's that?

Oil extracted from the herbs in the garden.

Ooh, fascinating.

I've never seen handmade oil before.

Would you be able to use this?

Of course I could. In fact, I think it might smell even better than what I have here.

Now then, shall we get started?

Feeling comfortable, Sun?

Let's see... is this how you do it?

Hehe, nicely done!

You're pretty good for someone who just picked this up.

Hehe, you're making me blush.

This can be a bit difficult to do solo.

Having a partner makes it much easier.

Maybe we should get into business together, haha.

Looks like you're getting sleepy.

If you're feeling drowsy, feel free to doze off.

Absolutely.

Today is a day where you can relax without having a care in the world.

Wow, what an interesting color.

It looks just like the nutrient-rich soil my plants love.

Ha, you've got a good eye.

This is a nutritious porridge filled with all sorts of lovely ingredients.

I made a whole bunch, so I was planning on sharing it,

and this is the perfect opportunity.

Is this stuff good for you when you're feeling tired?

Absolutely!

If you need, I can write down the recipe for you.

Thanks! You're so nice.

...

Hmm...

Sun is still asleep.

He must have really been exhausted.

Seems that way.

Hmm...

What if we feed him a bit of the porridge? Do you think that would wake him?

Do you really think that's a good idea?

Hehe, I was only kidding.

If we did that, he could end up choking.

He can have some when he wakes up.

Okay.

Why don't we sit here and wait? He should be waking up soon.

That's a great idea!

He's gonna be so surprised when he sees what you've made!

That's right! I'm excited too.

Hehe!

Haha!

Wow, this is my first time setting foot inside a hotel.

It's much bigger than I expected. And nicer.

It's too bad that we can't use the Commander's Room, what with all the construction going on there.

Having said that,

this place makes for a very satisfying substitute.

It's awfully quiet here as well.

Okay,

go and wash your hands.

*Slurp*

I'm famished.

Bonne Bouche, how much longer are you going to wash your hands for?

At this rate, you're going to rub them raw.

Oh yes, you washed them quite thoroughly.

They look delicious.

Time to dig in!

Ahhhh...

Huh?

Who could that be? There wasn't anyone else here when we arrived.

Who is it?

...

No response.

I'll go check.

Oh,

it's room service.

The smell alone tells me that it's going to taste amazing.

Did you order this, Bonne Bouche?

Really?

Hmm.

Should we take it?

You think so?

All right, I guess it's a complimentary service.

Wow, these portions are rather prodigious. Looks amazing!

However,

I still want to taste you first.

This can be our dessert later.

Now,

where was I?

Ahhhh...

...?

Again?

This time, it's alcohol.

Why didn't they just bring everything at once?

There's a note too, "Enjoy the food while it's warm."

Seems they want us to eat the food before doing anything else.

What do you think, Bonne Bouche?

All right, sounds good.

We don't know what may be in the food though, so why don't you let me taste it first?

All right, here I go.

*Nom*

...

...

Hmm.

There's no issue with the taste itself,

but I'd wager whoever made this

is more skilled in other areas than cooking.

Do you come to this hotel often?

Good.

I don't know who's in charge of this hotel,

but it's probably best not to get too involved.

It seems that someone is going out of their way to prevent me from tasting you,

so I guess I'll settle for room service today.

Sure.

It's been a while since I've experienced these kinds of flavors and the story behind them. It's rather enjoyable, actually.

Anyway, let's eat.

What the... Weakling?

C-Commander, you're here too?

Yeah, and from an unknown sender.

I-I got the same one too.

With the three of us here,

I can more or less figure out what's going on.

Hehe, judging by how lively it sounds in there, looks like everyone's here!

Looks like we've walked right into a trap.

This is bad...

Hehe, everyone's here.

So, are you all ready to enjoy the staycation?

Wh-why did you send us those texts anonymously, Emma?

You could've just asked us to meet up anytime...

Hehe, I just wanted to surprise all of you today!

Oh... so wh-what are we doing today?

Heehee, think of this as a little morale boost for the team.

I've brought some delicious food for us to enjoy!

While you relax comfortably on the bed, you can get the massage I've been wanting to give you.

I've been wanting to do this for a while, but somehow our schedules never matched up.

...

That's because you're part of the team too, Commander.

Now then...

All righty, who wants the first bite?

... Give it up, Weakling.

You're already here. It's impossible to escape from Emma's clutches.

Would you like to start, Eunhwa? Or maybe you, Vesti?

Oh, I ate a lot just before coming.

Too bad.

M-me too! I went with Eunhwa!

Oh my, really? You two are even going out to eat together now?

Hehe, I'm really glad you've become so close!

Now then, Commander. Be a good boy...

Open up for me.

C'mon, say "Ahhhh."

Hngh...

Ughhh...

U-ughh.

Hehe, Emma, that tickles.

Hehehehe.

Oh, are you awake?

Hehehe, that tickles!

Really, Vesti!

You have to stay still during a massage, you know.

B-but...

I can't help it... It's way too ticklish!

Urgh...

Emma... ease up just a bit, will you?

Oh my, I'm sorry. I didn't realize you were hurting since you kept holding back your voice.

Phew... Still, that really hit the spot. Good work.

Oh my, you're too kind!

Hehe. Now then, looks like you're the only one left, Commander.

Em-Emma. I have a good idea.

Hmm? What is it?

*Whisper whisper*

Oh my! That's a wonderful idea!

Don't just stand there, Eunhwa. Come give me a hand, will you?

No.

Why should I give him a massage?

Hehe, that's because this is a present for our Commander who's been working so hard!

Hehe, I think I understand why you like massaging so much, Emma.

It makes me happy to see the person enjoying the massage so much.

I know, right?

Oh, was that not hard enough?

Okay. Just tell me if it hurts, all right?

Hmm... a bit harder?

Like this?

Oh no... wh-what do we do?

Commander, are you okay...?

Here, let me take a look.

Looks like this part is sunken...

C-Commander, l-let me help you...

No, Vesti! Don't touch him there anymore!

...

... On second thought, this does seem kind of fun.

Wow! It's a hotel!

Whoa! A hotel!

Commander, I didn't think you'd suggest resting at a hotel.

Haven't you been quite busy lately?

Commander...

Wow! You're the best, Commander!

That's my Master!

Whoo!

Yay!

Everyone, check this out!

This fridge is packed with soda!

Oh, you're right.

There are way more than five flavors too!

Sure, but the ones in the hotel always hit different.

Whoa, get a load of this!

The minibar's filled with snacks too!

You're right!

I'm gonna try every single one!

Nah! What they have at a hotel is just different!

The bed is also incredibly spacious.

With a bed this size, we could all share it with you, Commander.

Like you said, we should get some proper rest!

If it's a massage...

Would you be the one giving it, Commander?

Then there's no need to get one.

Hmm...

Nothing's really calling to me at the moment.

I'll just have some soda for now.

Which flavor would you like?

Is there lemon?

Yep! Here you go!

Thanks.

Ahh! That's the stuff!

For some reason, hotel sodas just taste better.

It was just a figure of speech!

I'm going to catch up on some backlogged paperwork.

Yes. Care to join me?

Oh, right!

It's time for the Firepower Documentary!

Anyone want to watch it with me?

I'm gonna go take a shower.

I bet the hotel water feels different too.

Does it really have to be any different?

Commander.

You weren't imagining us doing all kinds of things together at the hotel, were you?

Wait, seriously?

But I'm not at all ready!

You could've told us ahead of time!

Very well.

If that's what you want, Commander, I'll play along.

Master, your face is all red.

Teeheehee!

Hahaha!

Heh.

Now that the documentary's over, time to clean my guns!

Firepower! Firepower! Doo-da-dee ♩ ♪ ♫

Neon! Bring me a towel!

Hmm...

I'm done with these documents. Next up is the mission report...