Event Quest:Desert Journey:VN:8-1

[Translated by Kukuru]

Chapter 7 Part 1

Location: Flaming Mountains

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Excuse me...... Ash-san. Is it alright if I stay close to you?

...... Oh, it's you. Are you sure about that? Shouldn't you be helping that Master of yours?

Eheheh...... It's because I'm a coward. Since I'm noisy and scream a lot, I've been sent back to doing logistical support.

...... I see. You and I are alike then.

I'm a coward as well. I just chicken out, I can't get myself to do anything until things pass -

............. Ash-san......

I can't do anything but watch. I can't help but hate myself for that.

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After looking at Seth, Xolotl shifted his eyes into empty space and began talking to himself.

...... A long time ago, it was the same for me. I abandoned a "sibling" who was important to me.

...... Is that so? You too huh......

Xolotl speaks in a dispassionate manner, with a look that can't be seen, hidden behind those glasses.

We had to become a sacrifice ourselves, or the world couldn't be saved. That's why the "siblings" that did sacrifice themselves were brave and knowledgeable.

Despite that, I only wanted to save my "siblings" - Instead, I was so scared that I ran away, crying till my eyes washed away.

I still regret it to this day. I need to get stronger, so I can fix the past where I couldn't save my own siblings.

Unfortunately, I've been completely unsuccessful. I really can't do it, ahahaha.

...... You're not feeling bitter about it? Wouldn't you go and give everything up?

I felt so too. I run away all the time, because I'm always afraid. That is the only thing I can do.

But, I swore that "I wouldn't cry anymore." Even though I cry and get scared, I still manage to stand my ground.

He is definitely strong. His mouth may show signs of fear, but he won't bring himself to run away.

For one thing, he is not giving up, because there is still something for him to protect.

Ash-san, shouldn't there be something for you too? Didn't you make a vow when you called yourself your brother's name?

...... That was, I......

During the thought sequence, Seth is just making faces.

He's right. Why did I call myself my brother's name?

Was it remorse that I couldn't help him? Or was it feelings of guilt that I didn't believe in him?

...... No, that can't be it. I'm sure it's -

My brother, I...... Yeah, he asked his own brother, Ash.

If Ash would be a family with him. If Ash would sit together on the throne with him.

I still remember that embarrassed face he made.

It was such a loving look, I wanted to remember that scene forever.

And...... Ah right, I remember what he said.
My brother wanted to fulfill only one thing -

Those were the last words he said -

The "wish" that was left behind, it was the origin behind calling myself, "Seth."

...... That's right. I wanted to grant my brother's "wish" ......

...... I'm sorry. I've been putting away something important as that.

Ash stands up, focusing on the passageway leading to the upper floor, where the "Shadow" is rampaging in.

He remembered the thing that he himself have forgotten. He found the thing that he shouldn't throw away.

...... Ash-san? Is something the matter?

Thanks for everything, Xolotl. I'll be heading out now.

I'm not gonna stop until my brother's "wish" has been fulfilled!

...... Sure. I'll go and tell everyone.

Take care, "Seth-san." Please do your best out there......!

Ah, thanks...... I'm off then!

And so, the boy started running. To the outside world, devastated by a storm of the desert.

[Transitioning...]

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O, Storms! Claws and fangs of the ruthless sands! Devour and tear them!!

I don't think so! GRUUUUAAAAAAAAAAAH!!

Gyumao becomes a literal of wall of flesh, obstructing the power of the sands that is blowing.

Hiyaaaaaaaaaaa! Let's see if you can take all of this!!

Hanuman's precise shooting with his water guns completely pulverized the sand enemies.

Even so, more and more enemies still appeared.

Bwaah, there's still more of them! There and there! I don't even have the strength to handle 'em all!!

Bah, the only thing that should be making me breath this hard is the cute babes!

3 options (Same Response)
Jeez, there's no end to this......!	He really is persistent......!	We should just surrender then!

...... What utter fools you all are. I am the very desert itself.

Your playground mimicked the world of sand. For that, I used that design choice to materialize my home world.

The deeper the erosion becomes, the more my power increases!

........ I am ashamed to admit it, but we did all that we could until now.

It looks like there's no way to beat this jerk then...... Well shit.

It should be clear to you. One who is the same as I, can defeat me -

Strongly speaking, it must be the "real Seth" ...... One who holds equal to the "Seth" that was banished from the world.

There is none that currently fit that description however. Since the moment "he" gave up on "Seth," I have emerged victorious!

That clown of a whelp, Ash, the one who now abandoned "Seth" - Who am "I" to be in this situation?

That's correct...... I am the "real Seth"!

The tyrant that governs the sands and storms! That is the great Seth himself!

( face) ...... Tch. This "me" really is a pain in the ass.

............!?

Hoy, I came back just like you wanted, right? Filthy scumbag, you slander "Seth's" name!!

3 options (Same Response)
Hey, that's my disciple!	You're late to the party, Big Brother!	We've been waiting for you, Seth!

B-Big Brotheeeer~! You came back for us!

Big Bro, you slowpoke! We got tired of waiting for ya! Come on, you gotta help us out here!

Sorry to keep you waiting, my brothers! You too, Xuanzang-sama!

...... Idiot. Even if you just arrived...... It's far too late!

You abandoned your thoughts to this "Seth," You went back to being "Ash"!

Shut your filthy mouth!! You aren't familiar with the name "Seth" as you claim to be!

I realized what your true identity is - You are not the "brother" that I love and admire!

What......!?

"Seth's" face after finishing his sentence showed no signs of fear or hesitation.

Just from looking at the other party's eyes, the true identity - He is staring right at the center of "his own weakness."

3 options (Same Response)
W-What's that supposed to mean......?	Ah, I get it!	That's how Seth is!

I'll give a short explanation later! [Player], I'll need your power to defeat him......!

"Seth" brought his long snout close to [Player]'s ears, and whispered to them the strategy details.

3 options (Same Response)
Okay, got it!	I don't really understand, but......	I'll give it a shot.

Ah, I knew I could count on you......! We'll be sure to return Tokyo back to normal!

What babble are you talking about over there!? You can't go back...... You can never leave from here!!

"The Other Seth" heaves up the sand around him then vigorously pressed on this direction.

As [Player] agreed to what Seth told him, they did not move an inch, but rather allow the enemy to approach closer.

Hmph, so the fools are frozen in their tracks, eh! This time, I will be sure to send you to the depths of hell!!

Then, "Other Seth's" body along with the Sand Monsters dropped shadows over [Player] -

Now! Do it!!

2 options (Same Response)
"Role" of "Wanderer" -	"Rule" of "Rending" -

WHA-!?

They couldn't do it until now. In front of the massive amount of sand -

It is the right time for a decisive attack. Because "Seth" approached just now -

2 options (Same Response)
I. [Player], shall inscribe thy name here -	Emerge, Yakumo no Chigiri! !

[Player] has swung their sword, causing the "Other Seth" to disconnect from the desert.

1 option
Seth, now! !

Right! I'll take care of this!!

With no delay, "Seth" brandishes his "Sacred Artifact." The moment when he vigorously stabbed it into the ground -

Gyeh...... UWAAAAAAAaaaaaah!!

Bathed in white light, the territory control is being overwritten.

Then, the moment the light disappeared...... A new dictacting ruler is there.

My name is Seth! The one that rules over the sands and storms!!

To succeed in this name - I engraved the thoughts of my brother into my soul and blood!!

Can you "overcome" my vast desert......!?

Ku.....!! You, youuu!! What cheeky behavior!!

What are you trying to become with such misleading courage and a shallow conscious!

Drown in the sea of sand, detest your own misfortune and perish!!

Damn! I stopped the expansion of the desert but him......! In that case, we'll need to go all-out!

Wait a moment, Seth! Abruptly selling out is the source of personal bankruptcy!

Investment is pouring resources into a momentary turning point! This is for my Flaming Mountaaaaaains!!

Gyumao's body puts in more power until he becomes huge beyond limit.

My body is an invincible fortress! Observe, an imposing figure that pierces, destroys and pressures the heavens!!

ULTIMATE REALIZATION!!

A gigantic wall of flesh drives away the shadows like a road roller.

Ku......! They were also useless in the desert where it had its control stolen......!!

Go, youngsters! Go and settle everything once and for all!!

Thanks, Gyumao!!

Seth's gaze runs across in the wind, glaring at "himself" that stands across the road.

What a foul, despicable man! Ash, how did you!?

You hid in your brother's shadow until it's convenient, now you're resort to relying on your comrades' powers!

Bwehehehehe! What is this guy complaining about?

He can rely on me, I can rely on him and slack off when times get rough! It's alright to entrust your life with others!

Wow, Ganglie-dono! That was a cool speech right there!

Ahhhh, what are you saying, Hanuman! I'm always a quality cool guy, aren't I!?

Fine then. If you love him dearly, then I'll entomb you all together with him -

3 options (Same Response)
We'll put that hatred to sleep now.	Do not get in Seth's way!	Don't interfere with his resolve!

The attack of "disconnection" that [Player] holds cuts off the "Shadow's" power - No, instead it cuts off the "Shadow's" memories from the sands.

What's left after that, is a lump of sand pulled from hatred.

Stop...... Stop! You are not as strong as you think you are!

Don't make dumb decisions! You cannot bear the weight of me!

Disappear, Phantom of the Past! You are a top down of obstructive thoughts that hinder growth!

Gyumao's latent strength destroys all the shadows that were left remaining.

If things don't go your way, then it's okay to try something else. If not, you might as well run to the ends of the earth!

Ganglie's hoe cuts off the heads of the Shadows, who were full of hatred.

Even if you fail once, it doesn't hurt to try again!

That's all there is to it! You have infinite chances, for as long as you live!

Hanuman splits up into numerous copies. With water guns in hand, he proceeds to destroy all the remaining shadows.

.................!!

The last one standing is none other than Seth, standing there speechless.

...... Thanks so much. Everyone, you were a great help.

Come on, [Player]! You and I together -

Let's set him free...... My weakness!

3 options (Same Response)
Leave it to me!	I'll end this, as Xuanzang Sanzang!	Stay frosty!

[Battle]