Event Quest:Shennong and a Summer Dream

[Translation by Kukuru] [Proofreading by Ripped-Saurian]

A Summer Dream with Shennong

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[Student Dormitory]

Some time after the "Palace of the Dragon King"... You were in the middle of sleeping at Shinjuku's student dormitory.

3 options (Same Response)
A phone call at this hour?	Grrrhhh... So sleepy...	Swimsuit... Adult swimsuit... zzzzz....

Suddenly a ringtone of a smartphone broke the silence of the night.

Though you are still half asleep, you touch the phone screen, shining lightly like the sun on the water's surface...

In that moment, the surroundings shines brightly. You can hear the sounds of waves as you close your eyes.

????:( face) ... Hey... [Player]-kun...... You awake?

You slowly opened your eyelids as your five senses grasped that the surrounding environment has changed to something different...

[Virtual Palace of the Dragon King]

3 options
Shennong...?	Shennong-sensei!?	Huh, this is...?
Yes, it's "Shennong-sensei." Still a problematic child as ever, I see. If you're still half-asleep, how about I make you take some nasty medicine... Or would you prefer a painful shot?

So you just woke up [Player]-kun? ...... By chance do you know where we are?

As you can tell, this is the Palace of the Dragon King. I don't got a clue on why we're here.

However, there's no hostiles to get rid of like last time. It's like... we're being welcomed?

Welcome. The Palace of the Dragon King acknowledges you two as the invited guests.

Please inform us when you want to return home. Until then, please take your time and relax at this resort, isolated from time.

Ah, okay. Honestly I have no idea what's going on, but...

I will not leave a student here and head back by myself. After all, I am a health-doctor at Shinjuku Academy.

Summer... is full of dangers, no? I'm afraid I don't know where the temptations lie.

Leave this to the supervisor. I cannot go and put my student in danger so recklessly.

However, if you want to go back, we'll break this up right now. So, what's your call?

3 options
In that case, let's play together!	This will be our secret date, Sensei!	Such a cunning adult...!
Don't worry about me, [Player]-kun. You can do whatever you want. Still... that's a nice invitation. I'll have some fun too. Thanks, [Player]-kun.	Really now. Where did you learn such grown-up words? Once again I feel you are quite the problem child. I'm the instructor... and you're the student. Don't you forget that, [Player]-kun. Now I'll accompany you if you go together with me. Whether or not you think of this as a date... that's up to you.	Yes yes, the adult is cunning. Remember that from now on. Well, I can figure out the answer by looking at your face. Now, shall I be responsible and accompany you? Is that... fine, [Player]?

Just as I thought last time, this palace is quite the fulfilling entertainment facility.

The sea, pool, a game center in a movie, a show in a restaurant, things like that.

Then there's a hot jacuzzi pool, a foaming hot spring... Whoa, there's an undersea open-air pool!

A hot spring I can immerse myself in without a care in the world. Hoh, this is going to be delightful...!

Oh, sorry. I must've shown you an embarrassing side to me. I unknowingly got real excited... Ha ha ha!

So, have you decided on where the young supervisor shall accompany you to?

3 options (Same Response)
The hot spring, Shennong-sensei!	I'd go where Sensei wants to go!	(Take Shennong's hand and start walking)

Haah... I imagine it's relaxing to go in a hot spring without worrying too much about what's going around you, right?

I understand it's necessary to discern "no holds barred," but I don't want to stay in here for too long...

Even so... the scenery that you can enjoy while taking an open-air bath is the seafloor.

Scenery that does not exist in reality is "beauty not depicted in a picture."

That's the true charm of a virtual world! Don't you agree, [Player]-kun?

3 options (Same Response)
It's certainly a valuable experience!	Shennong-sensei seems to be having fun!	(He's in a better mood than usual...!)

Oh, I'm sorry. I'm getting excited like a kid again.

...... Surely I'm being excited more than usual, I'm aware of that.

In the current real world, I cannot stop the poison I secrete, unlike here.

I try to avoid hot springs where many people gather like this.

It doesn't mean I'm impaired by that, it's just I haven't thought about it till now...

I suppose it's excessive? I'm surprised to find myself having so much fun...

3 options
I'm enjoying myself plenty!	An unintentionally charming characteristic is charming!	... You don't show opportunities on purpose?
I see! Good to hear. It's not a bad thing. In this way you share the same enjoyment with someone.	Oh dear, saying such brash words... That is so like you, [Player]-kun. I'd like to scold a bad child, but today is... Ah that's right. There is a fable of The North Wind and the Sun. It'd work better for a child to be as kind as the supervisor, yes? As he said that, Shennong approached and hugged you and mopped up the sweat off your forehead. Your faces steadily got closer and seemingly looked like they were going to stick together, but... Shennong suddenly drew back his body. ... Why the red face, [Player]-kun? This works better, doesn't it?

Even though it's a virtual world, you may become obsessed if things stay as is.

Do you want to come out? Let's go, [Player]-kun.

What should we do next? It's hard to choose when there's so much...

Ah, I got an idea. Over here, [Player]-kun.

2 options (Same Response)
Ummm...	A massage bed?

A massage bed, yes. It's a little something that came to mind.

I'm talking about giving a precious student a little physical checkup.

You're so reckless. I worry that there's something wrong with your bones and tendons.

3 options
This pain feels good...	Sensei's hand is so gentle and relaxing...	M-My hearts beating so much, Sensei...
I see. That's most important. Let me know if you want me to change the amount of pressure, alright? With a serious expression, Shennong examines your body for any abnormalities.		Looks like you're ready. There's even massage oil. Hmm? What do I mean? It's only a simple medical examination. Here, I'll get through with your back. Now, look up, look up.

Shennong:( face) Alright, all done. [Player]-kun, lift your body up slowly.

Shennong:( face) ... There are no substantial injuries. It's okay for you to stand.

It's a big deal, all things considered. Just what is this virtual world?

Your real body, [Player], reemerged almost in good condition.

Hmm? Why do I know? Well, it's because I'm an instructor of the school infirmary.

Who do you think will treat a problematic child that constantly gets wounded?

2 options (Same Response)
Well...	(Turn your eyes away)

Being self-aware is important. Don't stress out about it; I'm not going to bring that up again right now.

However, [Player]-kun. I suppose I can convey this to you.

While he said that, Shennong generously strokes your head with his big stature.

I wish I could protect you like this, but in reality, I know that will never be the case.

That's why, [Player]-kun, I want to help you at the very least.

From now on, whenever you act careless and get injured, I will scold and lecture you as many times as it takes.

Although... I'm aware I'm not good at scolding, and I don't recall being adept at it till now... but.

This is my responsibility as an adult, and an instructor... No, that's not all...

I can't help but chase after you when I look at your back. I can't help but say something for myself...

If you stop where you are and turn this way... Such a feeling comes inside me.

2 options
Sorry... I think I'll continue being a careless person.	(Hug the person in front of you strongly)
Goodness gracious... You really are stubborn. You're still a problem child either way. But still, that's who you are, [Player]-kun. I want to do everything in my power to keep you company.	Honestly, you always look at me like this... But I'll be running over to the other side again. ... You really are a problematic kid that can't be let loose, [Player]-kun.

Alright then. "Supervisor" Shennong-sensei will wrap things up for today.

As he muttered, Shennong considers your current body temperature as he slowly loosens his hugging arm.

For this short time tonight... How about we stop here and let your usual worn-out body get some rest?

3 options
As per the situation.	I had fun, and I feel refreshed!	I want to repay the favor to Sensei.
Likewise. That's what matters most. Thank you, [Player]-kun. If I say so myself, I made my worth as an instructor. As he said that, Shennong's hand overlayed with yours.		Humph... [Player]-kun, I see, then... please. Shennong lays down on the massage bed and hands you the massage oil. Please apply it properly. Think of it as token of gratitude to the instructor who is always helping you. I'm a charming instructor who loves his students; wouldn't you agree... [Player]-kun? Having said that, Shennong exposes his defenseless back to you and smiles. ( face) A summer moth flying around a fire. A languid enthusiasm rises up like an invitation...

Just for this evening... don't go running off somewhere.

...I want you to be by your instructor's side. [Player]-kun...

Two shadows reflected on the quiet seafloor, flickering in the heavens above your shoulder. Like a wave that approaches and returns, it approaches again when it recedes...