Event Quest:Desert Journey:VN:4-2

[Translated by Kukuru]

Location: Amusement Park?

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OOOOOOORAAAAAAAAA!!

Nope! You just happened to do that to a clone!!

Kuh, I'm not done yet......! You will submit!!

Okay, I will nail you from behind!! Take thiiiis!!

Seth swings around Dokkakuji's back faster than he could react with his hammer.

Let's finish this.....!!

Ignorant boy!!

Gwaaaaaaaah!!

The monstrous hammer slammed hard into Seth's core, as if Dokkakuji anticipated his attack.

Im...... Impossible! How did he read my movement like that......!

So reckless. You merely don't care about your own life. You are like a "flame in a shape of a person."

As someone who has worked with "fire" for a long time, did you really think you could get through this old blacksmith?

It's not hard to tame you, as I excel in this sort of thing. Thus, I can see through your attacks.

He towered over the crippled Seth. It's as if he's to overwhelm everything.

Holding his gargantuan hammer in one arm, his muscles made of steel were made more apparent.

I am done playing games with you. It's time to put out this "fire"!!

......!!

2 options (Same Response)
Seth! !	I'm coming to save you!

Stop, buhe. That's unnecessary, don't ya think?

That moment, when the giant hammer swung down on the dumbfounded Seth-

A loud sound of a sword echoed, which occured on the middle of the hammer.

...... I expected you to do that.

Being pinned down by Dokkakuji's strike, he was trying hard to fight back the overwhelming mass of the hammer.

I made it..... just in time!!

1 option
Goku!

Kuuuuuuuuuh!! My legs have gone nuuuuuuuumb!!

Geh, Big Brother Seth...... Get back while I hold him down!

You......! How were you that fast......

No way! Stay out of this, Goku! I can still fight him!!

Please. I'll take over from here!

I did all I could for my "Big Brother." I don't want you getting hurt, and for that reason, I'm not letting you go!

Go...... Goku......!

Okay, let's do this! Dokkakuji-dono......

Cloning Ninjutsu!!

Nuaaaaaah!?

A power in which it was hard to believe it came from a small build; Goku stood his ground and forced Dokkakuji's large physique back.

You've done well, Goku...... But! You will not take me down with speed alone!!

The giant hammer hollowed out the atmosphere in an attempt to nail him.

However, the attack only smashed through Goku's afterimages.

That's not a jutsu nor Rule... How did he pull off afterimages with speed alone?!

Being able to perform something like that...... What kind of guy are you!?

That movement, that flexibility, those young muscles, it's quite beautiful. Even so...... This is the limit of what a child is capable of!!

Ooof!! Gaah...!!

Despite moving at a high speed, there's was a small opening in between changing clones.

The hammer's blow literally nudged the opening, causing Goku to stagger.

Don't think of me badly, alright? It's my job to determine the abilities of my opponents......

Prepare yourself, boy. I am going to break a rib or two!!

With strength that far exceeds his movement, Dokkakuji went in for an attack with his gargantuan hammer.

...... Ninjutsu! Chaotic Narcissus jutsu!!

Being quick in cutting off his voice, Goku splits up with water guns in his hands.

The numbers were immeasurable; over a hundred figures fired their water guns.

Tch......!! This is nothing!!

Despite being bombarded by consecutive water attacks, Dokkakuji's hammer reacted with unparalleled accuracy.

That large swing did not miss Goku.

You're open!

Buwahaaaaaaaa!?!

Along with a scream, Dokkakuji's face was shot with a splash of water.

Accompanied with a loud noise, Dokkakuji's fell on his back.

Facing towards Dokkakuji, who was astounded, Goku raised out one arm with a huge smile on his face.

Heheh, you cooled off yet? I won this match, so that means victory is mine!

(Spits)...... What are you saying? Did you really think you have defeated me?

That's right, Goku! Finish this battle once and for all!

.....................

Your power surpasses him, you can easily finish him off!

This is your only chance to do it! That's how fights work!

This old geezer picked the fight with us in the first place! It's hard enough to keep up with-

It's over, Big Brother Seth.

Saying that remark in a gentle manner, Goku held out a hand for Dokkakuji.

The battle's over. There's no reason to drag it out any longer.

Hoh. Is that you what you believe? It's hard to understand how you came to this conclusion.......

That's because, Dokkakuji, your job was to "evaluate our abilities."

Old geezer here attacked me, I retaliated back and took him down.

Since you wanted to evaluate our abilities, then this should be good enough for you! ...... Did I get that right?

Wha... Huh......?

...... What kind of bullshit is that! With your speed, you could've easily took him out!

(Groan), I couldn't do that~...... I was being desperate.

Besides, I fight solely for the sake of my mission. I wanted to protect mangas, games and my other favorite things too......

And I was careful with my elders too. That's the promise I made as a ninja of justice!

...............

...... Fah! Bwahahahahahahaha!!

I see. In that regard, you have defeated me!

Yes, I have fulfilled my mission.

I had to "test" you, to gauge your limits to your abilities......

It was quite the job, I must say. You have officially cleared your first "trial."

I will escort you to the entrance of the next "trial," so you can get closer to Flaming Mountains.

Ooh, thanks a bunch, Old Geezer Dokkakuji!

There is one thing I want to comment about however. When you refer to myself as "old geezer"......

I'd appreciate being called an "elder" instead. That-is-all. Remember that!!

W-What a scary feeling!! I-I understand.

Besides, with your muscular build, you can swing that gigantic hammer around like it's nothing!

You understand well, little Goku.

Not holding themselves back, the two had a good laugh together.

....... How is that possible......

Looking at Seth's expression, it was full of embarrassment and resentment.

What a dumb way to conclude this. I can't wrap my head around this......!

That's a "fight" for you!? That's not the kind of fighting I know about!!

Yet, Goku had serious motives. I don't understand why......

3 option (Same Response)
He didn't feel the need to finish him off.	You can't solve everything by killing your opponent.	That is a strength Goku has.

I...... don't understand at all. That battle...... He could've done it.

You defeat your enemy, you pin them down, you crush them under your feet, then beat them mercilessly.

Not doing that will give them a chance to stand back up. In turn, you'll suffer from that......!

That's because... I know what it means to "win a fight."

...... There are different kinds of people out there. Hence, there are different forms of "conflict" as well.

Residing in a world that's different from your own will change how you fight. You can consider that we've "won."

Buhehe, just chill out 'cause everything got sorted out in the end. Aren't you overthinking this whole thing, Big Bro?

Even so, you did great, Goku. I gotta say, you had a neat secret trick there.

You're making me blush if you keep praising me like that... Heh... Heheh!

.....................

Well, I believe we should get moving. You all have done well in passing my "trial" -

The strongest, fastest "ride" will be something fitting for your glory.

"Ride"......? A horse? A car? What is it?

Hoh! It's on the tip of my tongue! It's the Flying Namb......

3 option
Nimbus!	No, that's not it.	That's only for the pure of heart.
		W-What the!? Why are you looking at me like that!?

...... No. Did your imagination run wild causing you to think it was something else?

M-Maybe...... (Sniffle)......

This "ride" was prepared by myself. There it is.

Dokkakuji smiling proudly, he pointed at the location with his thick finger.

There appeared a gigantic structure that rose up all the way into the sky.

Wh-What is that.....!? That construction building is gigantic!!

No, take a closer look! There's a tube stretched around it......

You're exactly right! You can reach the next trial through this "attraction."

This is the biggest and fastest slide yet! Its name is "Dive into Hell"!!

Hanuman, Gouryou and Seth:(surprised face) Dive into Heeeeeeeell!?!?

3 options (Same Response)
How did you come up with something as dangerous as that?!	We're dead.	Wow, that sounds like fun...

This slide was raised 300 meters from the ground! The endpoint is 2 kilometers and the planned speed is 100 kilometers per hour!

You will descend from the heavens straight down to the water at the bottom at full speed! This will send shivers down your spine. That is its strongpoint.

........ Whaa-?

Oooooooh!? I don't get it but all I know is it's gonna be super fun!!

Whoa whoa whoa, how are you still sane?! You know how dangerous this thing is, right?!

It's safe. It's reinforced to resist earthquakes and measures to prevent accidents have been made. As long you don't try anything funny, you will not die.

I'll lend you boards so you lay them under your behinds. I'll set your bodies and get you sliding...... Also, there may be some deceleration.

Whaddyamean by that!! Xuanzang-sama, say something come on!

2 options
I wanna slide!	I'd rather go on foot......
Oooh! Xuanzang-sama is eager to go too! You have no choice but to slide with us then! Bleh, why are you siding with them!? Aw dammit! How did things turn out this way!!	Oh yeah, you got that right! We'll just walk there! Hoh, you want to walk there? Behind this amusement park is a steep cliff. I don't how you're planning to get across the fissures in the ground. I'm afraid the slide is the only road you can take...... Aw, dammit......! It's dangerous to go on foot after all. Besides, how did you even manage to build something like that......!?

..............

It sure looks tall though! Either way, we're gonna have a blast!

After we climb up there, I wanna see the great scenery! I wanna get in the slide already!

Alright, alright. Let's head on over there. Follow me.

We'll use the private elevator, it will take us up to the top in a jiffy.

Damn...... Feels like we're heading to the gallows! Ugh, I wanna re-experience last night's banquet......!

..............

1 option
What's up, Seth?

Hyaaa!! Eh!? I..... It's nothing!!

Y-Yeah! Let's get on with the slide already! Hah..... Haha... Hah...

[Transitioning...]

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Stepping foot onto the rooftop after being led here, there was a rather strong breeze blowing.

Even just by standing here, the wind is strong enough to blow you off.

Hmm. The wind here shouldn't be a problem.

So, who's going first? Take all the time you need.

How did I get talked into this......! I seriously don't want to take the slide......

O-Oh yeah! Goku, you offered to slide down first! You'll be our guinea pig in showing us how it's done!

Eh!? You sure about that!? You really want me to get into the slide?!

Okay then, Goku's gonna go in first!!

Wasting no time, Goku rushed his skinny body into the slide.

Yaaaaaaaahooooooooooo!!!

A sound was projected on the installed monitor. A figure just got into the spiral-shaped tube.

Though their vision was disoriented due to the altitude, Goku slides out and splashes into the water.

Hanuman:( face) Hyaaaaaaaaaaaaa!! The acceleration feels am-amaziiiiiiiiing!!

Describing the speed as amazing, the figure disappears beyond the slide.

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This ain't helpiiiiiiiiing!!

What's with that idiot! He really enjoyed going down the whole thing?! He was sliding down in an awfully cheerful manner!

Why did he think this was fun?! Damn, is this what I get for picking someone for first impressions!?

Ah, you gotta admire his guts! So...... Who's going next?

Eh!? Eh... Eheheheh...... Um, haven't you seen my body?

You know I'm gonna end up clogging the thing! Because of that, you go on ahead so I can go last!

Aaagh, you are such a slacker...... You can reach Kochuuten from here, just so you are aware.

2 options (Same Response)
Kochuuten?	That's where the next "trial" is?

Ko... Kochuuten!?

From the moment Bajie heard that name, his eye color changed.

H-Hey...... Wait a minute, that's really our next stop?

Kochuuten...... A paradise unlike no other in the world......

Hoh, you know your stuff. Indeed, it took its name from that location.

It has all the luxury you can imagine. There will be unequaled "cute girls" and they will surely welcome you.

Bajie's up and going! Let's get gooooing~!

Wait for me, babes! I'm coming for yaaaaa~!!

Bajie's figure and outbursts both disappeared down the slide.

Being faster than light, he was surprisingly keen and nimble.

3 options (Same Response)
Bajie!?	That sure was an easy way to handle him.	Damn cheater!

...... Well, okay then. You're up next, ladykiller.

Eeh......!? A-Aah, me!?

Seth is far from the slide, rather he is still near the elevator.

After coming up here, it was clear that he has not moved an inch from that spot.

2 options (Same Response)
Hm?	Seth......?

I...... I'll go last. It might be better if I stayed behind.

What are you saying? You want your Teacher to go on ahead?

N-No, that's......! I'm fine, really!!

He wasn't as passionate as he usually is, rather his whole body was trembling.

It was obvious that he is anxious about the current situation.

2 options (Same Response)
Seth, could it be that-	You're scared of heights......?

D-D-D-Dumbass, what are you babbling about?!

I-I am Seth-sama......! Why would I be afraid?!

Suddenly, a gust of wind blew near the slide.

Wuuuaaaaaaaaah!?!?

Seth grabbed onto a nearby pole and while [Player] stared at him.

...................

When Seth realized this, he utters words that shows he's admitting it.

Okay, you got me! That is a pretty big deal for me!!

2 options (Same Response)
Those tornados of yours-	You ride them just fine.

I-I'm not afraid by that if I can control it myself! But......

Sometimes I can't control the speed myself, there's some instances too where I can't bring myself down after going so high up-

My legs would then end up freezing up! Damn, damn, dammit!!

Finishing up confessing in anger, Seth calmed down and spoke in a frail tone.

...... Look, Xuanzang-sama. You don't have to show sympathy for me, really.

I was supposed to be a Big Brother for Goku. I couldn't bring myself over to the slide without feeling scared......

Goku...... I didn't know his "way of winning" would remarkably clear the "trial."

Even with a slide like this, he went into the slide with no fears.

I am uncool. I...... He is stronger than I am.

3 options (Same Response)
"Stronger"?	Strength isn't about being physically strong or being fearless.	You believe there's a standard for that?

...... I'm wrong? What is it then?

3 options (Same Response)
"Strength" is if you can be kind to others.	"Strong" people-	I saw a lot of people like that myself.

.................

3 options (Same Response)
Everyone has strengths and weaknesses.	It doesn't matter what you're not good at.	Seth, do you see yourself as a "Big Brother" to Goku?

.................

Seth quickly stood up feeling determined. He then marched over to the entrance of the slide.

Th...... Thanks for that, Xuanzang-sama. You're right...... I am a "Big Brother" to him.

Yeah, I'm feeling anxious, but...... My younger brother love me for being their "Big Brother," even if I am afraid!

My younger brother is waiting for me...... "Big Brother" is not supposed to fall behind!

I will not forget my strong points! I will move on!!

Raaaaaaaaaaah!!

In the midst of it, Seth dives into the slide.

Seth:( face) G-Gyaaaaaaaaaaah!! T-That...... was a bad ideaaaaaaaaaa!!

Leaving behind a long outcry, Seth disappears to the other side.

I'm not sure what to say...... At least he was set on his feelings.

Well, it all comes down to you. Your disciples are waiting for you, Xuanzang-san.

3 options (Same Response)
Okay, let's go~!	I guess I have to then......	(Close your eyes and jump in)

Good luck, traveler!

Getting ready for the ride, they put their hand on the slide with a staggering height.

Then, an intense shock hit them, causing them to lose consciousness.

Thanks to Goku's witty actions, the Xuanzang party cleared and passed through Dokkakuji's "trial."

Using an astonishing method of travel, the party continues their way to Flaming Mountains.

Now, I shall conclude today's story here. We shall meet again on another night.