Kabukicho
The sun is setting in Kabukicho but the festival atmosphere is just getting into full swing, and the street is bustling with crowds of festival goers.
Player, on the other hand, makes their way alone to a food stall manned by a familiar beastman.
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Barghest:(festival angry face)
Welcome, customer! Please wait just-
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Barghest:(festival surprised face)
Oh, what brings you here, Player? Did you want some grilled corn?
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| Grilled corn sounds good, I'll have one.
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Can I get some part time work too?
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I want Barghest-san.
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Barghest:(festival surprised face)
You, wipe that grin off your face! Did you just come by to tease me while I'm working?!
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Red Oni:(festival neutral face)
Wooahooa!! Watch it! Watch it!!
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Barghest:(festival shock face)
--!! Aaaaagh?!
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As Barghest moved a nearby man shouted, startling him. Suddenly the bear's foot rolled out from beneath him, sending him to the ground and his mini corn grill into the air.
Corn rolled everywhere across the floor of the festival venue as the grill found its landing point on top of Barghest.
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| A-are you okay!?
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I see you're unlucky as always...
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I'm suddenly craving some grilled Barghest...
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Barghest:( face)
I... it's fine!! I think I just stepped on a beer bottle and my foot slipped right out from under me...
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Barghest:(festival sad face)
Oogh... don't pay it any mind, this is just how things are on a daily basis for me.
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Dark Oni:(festival neutral face)
Pack it up part-timer, yer done for the day. Ya can't keep working with a burn injury like this.
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The oni, who appears to be the manager of the food stands, hands over an envelope containing Barghest's part-timer wage. As well as a bag of crushed ice.
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Barghest:(festival surprised face)
Aah... I apologize. I understand your decision.
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Barghest:(festival sad face)
Ah, damnit...
I was doing well for a while there, earning a lot.
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As you apply the ice to his burn wounds, the bear's demeanor seems to slump in defeat.
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Barghest:(festival neutral face)
Well, now what. The burns aren't all that bad, but I can't get back to work at the corn stand.
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Barghest:(festival sad face)
Tomorrow I had that part time demolition crew job to get to... Maybe I should just go home and take it easy for the day.
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| Doesn't that feel like a waste?
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Why not stay and enjoy the festival as a guest?
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Barghest:(festival surprised face)
Huh... but, even if you say so, I came here in a working mindset...
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| A little relaxation time won't hurt, right?
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I wanna go on a date with Barghest-san.
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Barghest:(festival surprised face)
Relaxtion time... But, are you sure about spending your time with me?
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Barghest:(festival neutral face)
How many times have I explained it you now? Misfortune follows me everywhere I go.
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| You don't want to stay if you can't work?
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It's important to take breaks too.
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Don't you think Kenta would like some souvenirs?
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Barghest:(festival sad face)
......That's right. I don't have anything to bring back home for him.
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Barghest:(festival neutral face)
But... is it really okay? I hate to repeat myself, but I'm a magnet for trouble. It's not safe for you to stick around.
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| That's my line.
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I'm also kind of a trouble magnet.
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I could say the same to you.
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Barghest:(festival smile face)
...Hehe. Hahaha! You know... you make a good point. You always seem to be caught up in some crisis or another whenever we cross paths.
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Barghest:(festival neutral face)
You were at the center of another mess this time as well, though, I only saw bits and pieces from a distance...
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Barghest:(festival smile face)
...Well, I suppose kindred spirits like us should commiserate with one another. I accept your invitation.
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Barghest:(festival neutral face)
You and I both -- seem cursed to suffer such terrible misfortune. We must've racked up some real bad karma in a past life, eh?
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Barghest:(festival smile face)
Well, that's probably it. Anyway, I'm interested in hearing the whole story with what was going on at the festival, if you're willing to tell me.
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Barghest:(festival sad face)
...Before that, though. I do have one request, if you don't mind.
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Barghest:(festival neutral face)
I'd like to pick up a souvenir or two for Kenta. Would you mind coming along?
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Barghest:(festival angry face)
However--
If something goes wrong, just leave me behind, alright?
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| We should be fine if we're together, right?
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Of course!
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Can't I stay with you forever?
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Barghest:(festival shock face)
D-don't say that for something so minor! How do you always say such strange things without missing a beat...
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Barghest:(festival neutral face)
Well, let's get going. Hold tight now-
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Without thinking, Barghest reached forward and took hold of Player's hand, his own massive hand engulfing it completely.
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Barghest:(festival surprised face)
Hn....? Oh!! I- sorry- I didn't realize- I usually hold Kenta's hand when we go out so we don't get separated...!
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| I don't mind.
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Don't treat me like some little kid!
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(Cling to his arm)
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Barghest:(festival surprised face)
Y-you...
..........
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Barghest:(festival smile face)
--Well, this is also good.
Won't get separated this way, will we?
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With his opposite hand, Barghest affectionately patted Player's head.
Although he felt awkward at first having fun at the festival, the large bear loosened up throughout the evening. Seeing him so sincerely joyful was a wonderful sight.
Player and Barghest gradually blended in to crowd-
Their hearts enraptured by the sound of the taiko drums, the festive music and cheerful atmosphere.