Event Quest:Desert Journey:VN:4-1

[Translated by Kukuru]

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Location: ???

That night, the town was liberated by bandits and taken down; The neighborhood was completely enshrouded by the night.

... Then, as [Player]'s ear sinks into the pillow, they hear someone's sweet voice calling out for their name.

???:( face) ... Excuse me, [Player]-sama......

2 options (Same Response)
Hrm.....?	Who is it.....?

There is no one other than themselves in the bedroom. A floating, hazy silhouette then comes into sight.

Good evening, [Player]-sama. You were quite active during the day.

3 options
Why are you here, Narrator-san?	Lemme get some sleep......	Did you come to my bedroom for a special time......?
Hmhmhm~...... I apologize for coming this late at night.	Yes. It is fine if you are half asleep. All I ask is to lend me your ears for a moment.	( face) The Narrator did not answer that. Rather, she had a suggestive smile on her face.

I have come over this evening... for you to listen to a bedtime story.

Day and night; A tale of a distant, foreign country, wandering between the dawn and dusk.

2 options (Same Response)
Is it something related to this world?	If you know something, then spill it.

A tale like that of a flickering candle. I will speak of it briefly, or it will fade away.

Please keep your mind at peace, and bear with me for a moment.

Having said that, the narrator quietly opens the book. A page of the book then dimly lit up, like a fire being lit on a candle.

... A place that is not here; a disant, foreign country. There were siblings, living in a fruitful, prosperous paradise.

The older brother was violent, yet mellow. The younger brother was wise, albeit timid.

Although the two were in a in-law relationship, their deep bond was stronger than their blood; A strong bond bound together than by a hemp rope.

The older brother was violent by nature. A characteristic that leads to being easily misunderstood and to be hated by the people around him.

The younger brother's role was to scold his brother, stand with people and settle scuffles.

Nonetheless, the brothers were not troubled, and continued on with their daily lives.

3 options (Same Response)
Could that older brother be someone we know......	The brothers seem to balance each other out.	What happened next?

They are members of those who govern this world. The eldest brother was the one who drove back the threat through his efforts.

The eldest brother's bravery was exceedingly great. Such bravery that was enough to kill the monster that terrorized the world.

The narrator casually spoke of the brother's eradication of the monster, yet there was still a sense of realism.

The dreadful breathing from the monster; horrifically lethal poison dripping from its fangs.

The older brother fought bravely with his specialized weapon. The moment came at last, when the monster was finally taken down.

The brother's reputation improved with the successful defeat of the monster.

They increasingly grew envious of the brother however......

3 options (Same Response)
They became jealous......?	Eradicating the monster from the world......?	What happened then?

At that moment, the light from outside the window dimmed faintly, along with sounds of the birds' singing.

... Well now, it seems the birds have begun chirping. That will be it for now.

The narrator then gently closed the book. As the light converged, she disappears.

3 options (Same Response)
Wait, that was it?!	I demand a sequel!	What's going to happen to us in the future?

That moment, they reached out to detain that figure.

Location: Oasis Lodging

Rustling about and making noises, they fell off the bed and onto the floor.

3 options (Same Response)
Yeowch! !	A-A dream.....?	But, I'm sure she was there......

The darkness of the evening was already extinguished by the light of the morning sun.

There was no trace of the narrator being here in the room either.

Ooooh, Xuanzang-dono! Should I wake you up with my water guns......?

Ack!? You woke up already?! Geeh, I was hoping to scare the life out of you......

Well, anyways. Good morning, Xuanzang-dono!! Everyone's woken up already and are chilling in the dining room.

3 options
Morning, Goku.	Did anyone leave just now?	Gyaah! Pervert!
	Huh? Was there someone coming out of the room......? I don't think I passed by someone on the way though.	Geeeh!? What do you mean by pervert!? Was it a bad thing to throw those kinds of things at you?? Meh! Hah! Heheh! I'm gonna go wait above the ceiling! Meanie! ( face) After [Player] finished changing clothes, a fidgeting Goku came running back. W-Well, are you doing okay now? Somehow, I... (Gibberish).

Let's get to the dining room, pronto! Those two are getting tired of waiting for you!

I secretly wanted to snitch some food earlier too. Cheese and bread are quite tasty when you eat them together.

Come on, let's eat some food already! We gotta do our best, since we're walking in the desert today too!

[Chapter 3]: The Xuanzang Party vs. Dokkakuji

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Location: Desert

Hooo...... It got... It got pretty serious last night......

All the cute babes were dancing all around me. I even had my fill of food and drinks too!

I can definitely talk about that again...... It got......

As usual, there's nothing but sand and sand in every direction. While they are walking, Bajie went on babbling about things with a sloppy face.

You're still on about that...... You should at least know when to stop. Was it that good? It was just an evening banquet yesterday.

I'll have you know that kind of reception doesn't happen so often!! All the babes were coming to me one by one with delicious meals!

I was dreaming of something good in bed till I was thrown into a tub of water by someone......

H-Hey, that was all on you. You were even clinging onto me while you were half-asleep!

What were you thinking doing that in the morning! Jeez! You were supposed to be sound asleep!

3 options
Don't forget what we came here to do.	You should've known better.	I'm jealous......
Aaaaw, our teacher is being serious. Of course I know what we're doing. But, didn't you just become a monk? You should've been the chief priest at our temple then.	Hey, wouldn't you think so too? That kind of luxury doesn't happen so often, ya know.	Huuuh!? I think that's the first time hearing that from you. What were you jealous of? Hohoooh~? I see, I see. You should ask someone about that. Someone like myself, a senior. Hey, Priest-sama. Don't hear him out. I don't even want to know what he has to offer.

It was a mistake for you to be that festive about it. You don't get it, do you? I'm talking about the purpose behind the banquet.

I know of such grand hospitality. We're gonna go defeat that Gyumao guy.

Heh, I wasn't expecting that from you. My view of you changed a little. Just a little though.

Anyways, Xuanzang-dono, where are we heading to next?

Ah right, about that. Do you remember what those bandits asserted to Seth after he beat them up? It was the location of the first trial......

Hey, I was interrogating them, not beating it out of them. Um... Ummm...... Huh? Well, at least I remember where it is.

2 options (Same Response)
Wasn't it the "Endless Scream"?	Why is it in English......?

Did I hear...... Ice Cream?! Oh, this is gonna be so much fun~!

If we keep walking, we should find it eventually! Okay, I will go ahead and do some scouting-

So you're gonna run off on your own again! I literally told you this yesterday! Didn't you understand what I said!?

Ack!! S-Sorry, Big Brother Seth! I'm always like this......

You really are forgetful...... Well, hopefully you'll at least remember this one-

"In a desert, you need to stick with your companions." In other words, you shouldn't separate yourself from us. Okay?

Yaaay! Big Brother Seth is so caring!

Gosh...... You guys. It's just like watching over a little brother.

2 options (Same Response)
Somehow-	This isn't so bad after all.

Even though it won't be long before we get back to Tokyo, are you really fine with building a mutual relationship like this?

We're just fellow travelers on a journey, no? That's right, Xuanzang-sama, it's something you would say.

While carrying on their slovenly conversations, the Xuanzang party continued down the desert.

[Transitioning...]

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Location: ???

There was a comfortable room with pleasant air-conditioning.

It is an extravagant, gorgeous place, which contradicts the location being called Flaming Mountains.

Enshrined there, the head of the household continued on with their conversation on a smart phone.

Hrm, so you ran into some trouble!! That's fine. Did you make sure to pass on the message?

With that many people however, they are no pushover. It appears that these "customers" have great motives.

Stay calm. I will not assess your defeat. Rather, I am going to throw in the incentives as I promised.

Of course, you will lead them to the next location. I suppose you should do it by the playbook?

Gyumao was actively giving out commands only then to be interrupted by the knocking on the door.

Good morning. You're in a good mood today, my lovely "husband."

Ah, it's my client. "Milord," I assume you woke up just fine?

Yes, it was wonderful! It was well worth to have a first-class anemity arranged for me.

By the way...... Those "customers" of yours, have they stopped by somewhere?

I just received the report. It seems they're on course to the next area.

My, aren't you being deceptive. A talented person like yourself would arrange something so?

Those "customers" then, what kind of people are they?

I was about to ask that just now. Aaah...... Excuse me, I need some information.

Do you hear the customer's name? "Milord" would like to know-

With a smart phone on his ear, Gyumao listens intently to his subordinate's report.

However, the moment he heard that name, the sunny expression on his face disappeared.

Instead, what was shown on his face was...... extreme hatred.

Xuanzang...... samaaaaaaa!?!?

He swung a fist downwards with full force, pulverizing the desk that was built there.

...!? Gyuu-chan......!?

Xuanzang-sama...... Oooh, why must I remember such a provocative name?!

Why... Why have they shown themselves here......!?

Inconceivable...... Am I to be killed again?!

Facing off with my "younger brother" in a dispute left an infuriating scar on this face-

That priest...... killed me in the end!

Gruuuaaaaaaaaaah!!

Will you just calm down for a minute?! Those buttons are popping off and flying around like bullets!!

...!! ...... I'm sorry. I could not control my anger.

(Tsk tsk). Goodness...... You couldn't bear to catch up with old times, hm?

Xuanzang and their little friends, you're so sure it's really them?

How cunning of you. Isn't it best to stay cool and collected?

Feh..... My subordinates will look into Xuanzang in detail.

I will be assigning a job then! He will be in charge of the section where the Xuanzang party will be heading to!

"Dokkakuji" will be optimal in evaluating the party's abilities.

Once he gave the necessary commands, Gyumao sits down on a chair.

With a strained expression on his face, he was worrying too much about something.

The client spoke of them...... I must work a fact base for the one who calls themselves, "Xuanzang."

That Xuanzang lot, why must they show themselves before me at this point.....!

[Transitioning...]

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About an hour of walking, [Player] and the others finally arrived at the location.

The appearance said it all to them. The modern scene seemed to be out of place for this world.

X-Xuanzang-dono? You're seeing this right? Is that the mountain?

3 options (Same Response)
It's more of an amusement park than a mountain.	It looks like there's a roller coaster here.	Is that a thrill ride?

Whoa, what is this even?! I never heard of an amusement part being in this world.

This is such a whack world! First we get attacked by bandits in town, then we get this anachronism-

The amusement park even looks like something from Tokyo! Gah, this is getting ridiculous......

But, it looks so much fun though! Hoh, I'm getting so excited~!

We're not even here to play around. Besides, are we even gonna find Gyumao's henchmen here?

All I know is we should check it out. There is no other place to investigate anyways.

If someone stands in our way, we'll give them a good beating! Then we'll make them spill the details about Flaming Mountains!

That is what we need to do. Nothing more.

Seth's stance shows that he's not trying to hide away his fighting spirit. Then, [Player] remembered the remarks from the Narrator-

The violent older brother was so brave...... Only then the people became envious of him.

2 options (Same Response)
No... It couldn't be......	Seth here is a bit different from that though......

Hey...... Hey, Xuanzang-sama. Are you even listening to me?

3 options (Same Response)
Geh!?	No, it's nothing.	I was just thinking to myself.

Jeez, can you pull yourself together? We're gonna check out the place out now.

You're gonna get a tan if you keep doing that in the sunlight.

Anyways, let's just get inside already. I can even hear the upbeat music too.

1 option
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[Transitioning...]

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Location: Amusement Park?

Passing through the entrance, you can find a nicely laid out flower bed here. There is a flashy roller coaster and ferris wheel here as well......

On top of that, there is a pool with water slides installed to it. There is no doubt that this is an amusement park.

Oooooo! Aaaaaah! It's full of attractions, Xuanzang-dono!

I wonder which one I should try out first......! Nnnnn...... I'm gonna get a headache if I can't decide soon.

Hey hey, I told you we're not here to have fun. Once we get a clue about Flaming Mountains, we're outta this joint.

Eeeeeh!? Aw, no fair! There's so many things to do here, it'll be a waste to pass this on!

Please, Xuanzang-dono? Can we play around for a bit-

3 options
Out of the question!	I guess one is fine.	We should go buy some tickets then.
A-Aaaaaaw...... I understand...... (Groans).	Y-You mean it?! I wonder which one I should try out first...... Hmmm...	Hey, hey, heeeey!! Why are you so insistent on playing around here?!

Hey, doesn't something seem off to you? We haven't seen a single visitor in a place like this......

There's not a single employee around either. There's no reason for me to find someone to sweet talk to then......

That really isn't that big of a problem. Anyways, we need to stay sharp.

Well now. To be fairly honest, that won't be necessary if we're coming to this place for any leads.

Those guys would've laid out plenty of traps by now.

Right at that moment, someone's loud laughter echoed across the deserted amusement park.

???:( face) Gaaaahahahahaha~!!

So you've come at last, "Xuanzang" and their friends! Let me give you a warm welcome!!

3 options
Oh hey, it's the old head architect!	My ears are ringing from you raising your voice......	Lemme feel your stomach!
Oh, I recognize you, but you have it all wrong. I am currently not an architect.	Hahahaha, sorry about that! Raising my voice is something I developed from my line of work!	Wah, my stomach......!? O-Out of the question! If it's only to feel my muscles then I suppose that's fine! Huh...... He's fine with letting you feel his muscles.

Hey, pops! Are you the owner of this joint?

Those bandits led us here to instigate something with you. What are you here for?

If you know what's good for you, then tell us everything you know!!

Hahah, this child has spunk. I don't hate that from youngsters such as yourself.

However, I'd watch my mouth if I were you. You wouldn't want to get yourself hurt.

Nng.....!! What is this feeling......!?

I am Dokkakuji. Gyumao put me in charge of this area.

No, rather I'm in charge of keeping guard of Endless something-or-the-other. I am the "Demon King's servant" as I would call myself.

Along with his statement, Dokkakuji boldly brandished the large hammer that was resting on his shoulders.

A wind mixed with the hot air of the desert kicked off at the party's faces.

...... So then, Xuanzang-dono, you will be facing me.

It seems I have stand in the way of these disciples. I'll wager information about Flaming Mountains, if you'll let your muscles do the talking.

This guy is a brute with a monstrous-sized hammer! Nope! I'm gonna get the hell away from this old fart!

Hey, pig! Don't tell me you're chickening out!

Besides, pops here most likely can't handle dealing with us! He's just trying to size us up by saying a load of crap-

So, that's what this chap thinks huh!!

He then swung his gargantuan hammer, scraping the atmosphere in response to Seth's assertion.

2 options (Same Response)
What did he......	Gyaaah!?

[Player], Bajie, and Seth's Sacred Artifacts all flew midair in an instant.

A blow that they couldn't believe their eyes on; They were effectively disarmed.

M-My cane......!! Shit, why now of all times!?

Yikes, that was fast......! There's no way this came from strong muscles!

This is nothing to be amazed about...... Strong muscles is crucial to a blacksmith's living.

With these skills, I can wield this large hammer with no problems whatsoever.

Wh...... What a load of crap, you old faaaaart!! You could've seriously injured yourself!!

... Huh, Goku!? Where did he go!?

Hanuman:( face) ... I'm right here, Big Brother Seth.

Thanks to my skills, I saw through your attack!!

A voice could be heard from above [Player] and the others' heads. There at the top of the electric light posts was Goku.

Goku kicked off the footing, then made one full flip before landing in front of [Player].

Xuanzang-dono and the other's "Sacred Artifacts"! Just leave this one to me!

3 options (Same Response)
G-Goku?!	I don't believe it!	Awesome......!

... Well, this boy managed to see through my hammer.

I am not just a boy! I am Xuanzang's number one disciple, Goku!

I won't let you lay a finger on our teacher!

...... Very well. If I were to evaluate your abilities, then I should challenge you with full strength!

........!!

Seeing Dokkakuji letting his guard down, Seth dashed and quickly grabbed back his cane then made a silent prayer.

Ooooh!? A whirlwind!?

You're in for it now! My...... enemy!!

I will protect my friends whom I see as my younger brothers. I will not tarnish the role of the older brother!

Come down here, Goku! You can leave this one to me!

Hah......! I won't let this slide! I'm gonna fight alongside you!

You......! That's dangerous! Didn't you hear what your older brother just told you earlier?!

But, I had such a greeaaat idea though! For that reason, I should be fighting alongside you......!

...... Ugh fine, have it your way! Can you look out for yourself?

Hmhmhmhm~!! You got it!!

... Well then. What'll it be, Xuanzang-sama?

2 options
We'll get back our "Sacred Artifacts" and back them up!	We'll leave it to those two.
...... Alright then. While those two are keeping the old fart busy, we'll go grab our "Sacred Artifacts."	...... Fine. After we get our "Sacred Artifacts," we'll go settle things with that old fart.

Come, youngsters! You and I will settle this through muscles!!

Aye! Fuuten-ryuu Ninja, Goku! I will show you what I can do!