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[SSR] [Fiori] Each Person's Resolve In Their Heart

Chapter 1: Grudge And Mercy

Fiori: Hmhmhmm~⁠♪ It's been a while since my last shopping~

Look, Sena!

ALL the products on that table are the newest perfume that just came in.

Are there any of them that caught your eyes?

Sena: I'm not that knowledgeable when it comes to perfume, so…

Fiori: Could it be you're not that interested in perfumes? Sorry then, for making you come along with me.

Sena: Not at all. I'm happy that you invited me to shop together.

Fiori: Hehe, Sena, you're so kind⁠ ♪

You rarely went outside the castle, right?

That's why I was thinking of bringing you out for a change of mood… Glad to see you're enjoying our shopping times together ⁠♪

Say, it's not every time we visit a cosmetic shop. You should choose any product you like.

Sena: Me? Choosing a perfume?

Fiori: Yup. Don't you think it sounds nice if we bought matching perfume to commemorate our shopping time?

Sena: Fiori should be the one to choose, you're more knowledgeable about perfumes…

Fiori: Whaa? Even though I wanted Sena to choose for themself—

This one has a fruity fragrance, that one over there has a more mature scent to it. And this one is floral—

Huh… This perfume is…?

Sena: What's wrong?

Fiori: ……

Fiori: Sorry, I ended up choosing for you in the end.

Sena: You look shocked when you come across that perfume. Is it a brand you know?

Fiori: It's one that my deceased sister is fond of, she'd often used it in the past.

She was such a cute and kind girl…

Sena: I see…

Fiori: Sorry, I suddenly dampened the mood with my topic.

Aren't you curious what kind of scent is it? Let's have a whiff.

Sena: Is it alright to open it here?

Fiori: It's gonna be fine. Come on, close your eyes.

Sena: … Oh, it smells nice.

Fiori: How is it? Do you like it?

Sena: It makes me feel kind of gentle.

Fiori: Fufu, that doesn't make sense ♪

???: … Kukuku, I've finally found it. A gap in her heart.

Just you wait. I'll make you my puppet tonight…!

Chapter 2: Grudge And Mercy

Fiori: Zzzz… Mmm~~~~mm

[she falls off the bed]

Gyahh!?

Owiieee~~! I hit my nose…

This is the worst~ It's been forever since I last fell off the bed like that.

Ugh, and I even slept while still wearing my usual dress. I fell asleep straight away after I came back from shopping.

I know I told myself to always rise and shine early, but waking up this early in the middle of the night is actually bad for my skin…

Oh, speaking of skin… Is my nose red? Where's my mirror…

[she checks herself on her full-length mirror]

Doesn't seem like there's any scraps. Thank goodness.

……

(When I take a look at myself like this, sometimes I don't even know who I am.)

(The one reflected on the mirror is me, the cutest princess, obviously.)

(But it's only an appearance imitating my deceased sister. It's not the real me…)

(Dia… the Scarlet Devil… my sister's “possible” enemy…)

(To provoke my sense of guilt, I wore my sister's dress again today.)

(But was it really Dia who killed Stella…)

(I have no solid proof… which is why I'm never freed from my “obligation” of wearing this dress.)

... I would've preferred him to be more cruel, I'd kill him at the drop of a hat then.

… What is this? Am I hesitating?

Killing Dia with my own hands…

… Jeez, just what am I doing?

Please forgive me, Stella…

???: No… I won't forgive…

Fiori: Who's there!?

???: You're so cruel, brother… Why?

???: Why are you living so happily with the Devil who killed me?

Fiori: Y-You are…!?

Chapter 3: Grudge and Mercy

Fiori: You are… me? Or…

Stella: Brother…

Fiori: You're… Stella? Impossible. You're already dead…

Stella: I've always been watching over you since my death. Of course, Father and Mother have been watching over you too.

Fiori: No way…

Stella: Brother, why are you living so happily with that Devil who killed me?

Fiori: ……

Stella: You're so cruel, brother… Have you forgotten all about me?

Fiori: Stella… Please believe me. I've never forgotten you once since that day of tragedy.

Every time I put on this dress, there's never been a day you're not in my mind!

Espada: Just what's happening here!?

Fiori: Espada, why are you here?

Espada: I sensed something strange happening… Is it an intruder?

[brandishes his sword]

Fiori: W-Wait…!

This child… is probably my sister!

Stella: … You're that half-ling who's always with that Devil.

Brother, you are saddened by my death, aren't you? Don't you feel regretful?

So could you please kill that half-ling right now and then?

Fiori: Stella, what are you saying—

Stella: Enough, hurry up already and kill him! Avenge my grudge…!!

Fiori: ……

[pulls out her weapon]

Espada: Fiori…! Are you protecting that person? That's just an intruder!

Stella: Right, just like that…!

If you managed to kill that half-ling, I'll forgive all your—

[SLASH!]

Stella: —misdeeds…

B-Brother… why…?

Fiori: You're Stella? That's the worst joke I've ever heard.

[Fiori slashes “Stella” again]

Devil: GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!

Espada: I knew it, it was an illusion from that Devil.

Fiori: Don't meddle in, Espada. I'll end it myself.

Devil: I-It was supposed to be a perfect illusion… How did you see through it!?

Fiori: It was honestly so simple. My sister never speaks ill of others.

… Because she was such a gentle girl.

Devil: Eek!? P-Please, forgive me—

Fiori: Like I'd ever forgive you. You've done something you shouldn't have.

[kills him]

Espada: Is he dead?

Fiori: … Seems like it.

Espada: Hallucination magic exploits the gap in a human's mind for it to work. When's the last time you're emotional about your sister?

Fiori: … Perfume.

Espada: What?

Fiori: The perfume broke. Even though I went out of my way to buy it. It fell off the dresser.

Espada: … I'll help you.

Fiori: No, please get out… I wanna be alone… I'm sorry.

Espada: … I see.

Fiori: I'm so pathetic. A Devil took advantage of me by using my dead sister.

I won't show my weakness again…

You guys should also stay alert. Never know when someone would stab you on your back after all.

Espada: … I'll keep it in mind.

[leaves Fiori’s room]

Fiori: … It's no good, Stella.

Just reminiscing fond memories of you won't calm my overflowing hatred.

I have to kill Dia… But why…

Why can't I point my blade at him…!?

[Fin]

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Akuaya Schedule ENG Translation

Colchicum & Aquilegia Schedule

Colchicum: Dia, Espada, Fiori

Aquilegia: Claude, Eric, Oscar

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Home Voice Lines (Colchicum)

Translation of Colchicum characters' home voice lines

Note:

It is not listed per their relationship level

The voice lines for their interaction with other factions will be on another post since this will be mainly focused on the members within the faction itself

I'll update the list when they add more seasonal voice lines

Dia:

Voice Line 1: My order is absolute. Don't think you have the right to refuse.

Voice Line 2: I want to drink tea... Stained glass cookies too...

Morning Voice Line: You're finally awake. Hurry up and ready yourself, get a move on or I'll leave you here.

Afternoon Voice Line: It's already this time of the day. Let's drink some tea and take a short breather.

Night Voice Line: When the sun has fallen, it's time for Devils to come out. Don't wander around aimlessly... sleep while you still can.

Seasonal Voice Line (Monsoon): It's troublesome during rainy days since Fiori has me to help her with her plants...

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 1): Good grief, it's so hot... I won't go out from the castle today, understood?

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 2): So there's something called honey ice cream. I'll have Espada to make them.

Halloween: Trick or Treat... What? Hurry up and hand me the treats.

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 3): It's still so hot. It'll be better if it turns a bit colder...

Seasonal Voice Line (Fall): The nights are getting longer. I've made good progress with my reading too.

Espada:

Voice Line 1: I'll cut down anyone who bears ill will to Lord Dia. You too are no exception.

Voice Line 2: Don't let this day go to waste. At most, don't lose your focus.

Morning Voice Line: You're finally awake. Just so you know, I won't forgive you for waking up later than Lord Dia.

Afternoon Voice Line: Hm... It's almost time for my training. Just in time, how about you try and learn swordsmanship?

Night Voice Line: It's already this late. I need to protect Lord Dia from those hidden under the cover of darkness...

Seasonal Voice Line (Monsoon): It's been raining more and more, I need to stock up new books in the library so that Lord Dia won't get bored.

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 1): I do inspection for things like sunscreen and parasols before the real summer arrives, especially since everyone is weak with sunlight...

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 2): I've prepared an improved version of an absolute honey ice cream. I'm sure Lord Dia will be pleased.

Halloween: Give you treats? These are for Lord Dia, never!

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 3): This is the period when heatstroke can occur if you let your guard down. So don't forget to drink water.

Seasonal Voice Line (Fall): It has gotten quite chilly. I should take care of my sword even in the long nights of fall.

Fiori:

Voice Line 1: Hm, what's the matter? If you're bored, wanna go shopping with me?

Voice Line 2: Hey, aren't you tired? Don't push yourself too hard, give yourself some moderate amount of slack. Just like me ♪

Morning Voice Line: Morning — ♪ Hey, so what are we doing for fun today?

Afternoon Voice Line: Ah — I'm bored — If you're not going to play with me I'll pull a prank on you, you know?

Night Voice Line: Lack of sleep is a beautiful skin's enemy! Promise to the princess, no staying up late at night!

Seasonal Voice Line (Monsoon): My hair gets frizzy when the air is damp, so it's difficult to prep myself in the morning~

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer): Hold on just a sec! Have you put on your sunscreen? Ultraviolet rays are the archenemy of a skin!

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 2): Shall I tell you a make-up that won't be watered down even by sweats?

Halloween: Happy Halloween ♪ I'll trick you even if you give me treats!

Seasonal Voice Line (Summer 3): It's still hot, but I think it's getting bearable at night now?

Seasonal Voice Line (Fall): The time after summer's over is the most important! Gotta moisturizes and recovers the damage on the skin!

Dia + Espada:

Voice Line 1:

Dia: Don't meddle with me too much. How irritating.

Espada: I apologize. I was just worried about you, Lord Dia...

Voice Line 2:

Espada: Lord Dia, I've brought tea. Would you like some recess?

Dia: I was just thinking of drinking some. Very well, what's the teacake?

Voice Line 3:

Dia: Take a break sometimes. I'd be troubled if you pass out.

Espada: Please rest assured. I've trained myself everyday so that I can protect Lord Dia no matter the time.

Dia + Fiori:

Voice Line 1:

Fiori: I'm bored~ Prince, play with me!

Dia: I refused. I'm not as free as you are.

Voice Line 2:

Dia: How boring. Fiori, talk about something interesting.

Fiori: Hey, you're being unreasonably crude! Jeez, a long time ago in somewhere... Hey, are you listening to me!?

Voice Line 3:

Fiori: I don't really understand what you're thinking at all, Prince~

Dia: And how about you? Just what are you thinking deep within exactly?

Espada + Fiori:

Voice Line 1:

Fiori: That's some good skill. Shall I be your opponent?

Espada: I refused. You're probably thinking of nothing good.

Voice Line 2:

Espada: Hey, Fiori. You're free anyway, right? Let's do a match.

Fiori: Can you do something with the way you ask? If you want a match with me, just be honest about it.

Voice Line 3:

Fiori: What's with that face? You don't need to be concerned too much. I won't pull a prank on the Prince, you know?

Espada: I wonder. I don't have trust in you.

Group Voice Line:

Espada: Lord Dia, watch out! Please keep down!

Fiori: Mrow! Jeez! Espada! I just threatened you a little, you don't need to knock me down!

Dia: Hm...? What? I think it sounds like a squished cat just now...

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One Thousand And One Nights Reminiscence, Chapter 3

???: ......

Espada: Why... Why is Lord Dia here!?

Oscar: No, I think it's just something using Dia's appearance.

Can't remember when, but I once fought a Devil that used a similar technique. Could this be the result of that magic tool's tempering this time?

Rosé: Pretty sharp for a steak ♪ Yup, I covered my combat puppet with an illusion.

Look, I can even do this~?

Dia's illusion: — your souls are nothing but nourishment for me. Give me your souls, just like those deceased citizens of Colchicum.

Right, I can even start a Malamity here right away.

Rosé: That's just how a Devil should act? Hurry up and cause a Malamity already ♪

Espada: Guh... You bastard!

You dare mock Lord Dia, that person who deeply suffered just by thinking of the loss of his people!

Rosé: I mean, unless I pull out a strong opponent in Pada's perspective, your beloved brother here can't test how strong you've grown from your training.

Espada: You're always like this! Always acting so insensitively...!

Rosé: Aah yes, those eyes! Keep looking at me with that gaze forever!

Seeing your crying, angry face is what makes my day!

Dia's illusion: Give it to me...

Oscar: Hey, save the argument for later. Let's beat this thing first!

Dia's illusion: Give your soul to me.

Oscar: I'll end your horrible farce at once. Eat this!

Espada: —!

[CLANG!]

Oscar: What, why are you taking on my strike!? That thing isn't real, that's not Dia at all!

Espada: I understand that! But—

My head understands that, but my body moves on its own!

Dia's illusion: ......

Oscar: Hey! Watch out, behind you!

Espada: ... Wha!?

[CLANG!]

Espada: Guhh, GAAAAHHH!!

Rosé: Aaah~ Pada loses. Too bad~

[To Be Continued...]

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One Thousand And One Nights Reminiscence, Chapter 1

Espada: The town is bustling too. Albeit it's hard for me to walk around with so many people.

They seem to have a lot of strong fighters here. Are they all competitors in the Weapon Tournament?

Street merchant: Hey bud, are you competing too?

Espada: Yes... I've heard that this country's tournament attracts strong warriors from all over the continent.

I surmise that competing in a tournament would be a good training opportunity. I also want to test the result of my daily training.

Street merchant: Would you like to get some new weapons then? These are crafted by the country's finest craftsmen!

Espada: Hm... This sword isn't bad.

??? (Oscar): Could you lend that sword to me?

Oscar: Wait, it's Espada. I didn't see your face clearly, so I thought you were a local.

Espada: Oscar? You're competing in the tournament too?

Oscar: Kinda. The echelon ordered me to. They told me to show up and demonstrate the prestige of the Empire.

Espada: Although we're acquaintances, I won't go easy on you. Since I already planned to offer the victory trophy to Lord Dia.

Oscar: So aggressive. Guess I'll make do with whatever I can.

Espada: You said that, but why are you  searching for a weapon with a serious face?

Oscar: Haha. If I'm lucky enough to enter the finals, let's have a duel. Feel like it's going to be a good fight if it's you.

Espada: Bring it— show me your will.

Espada: A tag match...?

Receptionist: Yes. Competitors are asked to form a tag team of two people in the preliminary rounds.

Espada: But isn't this an individual-only competition from what I've heard?

Receptionist: The management policy has changed this time. We only grant entry to a team of pairs.

Espada & Oscar: ...

Oscar: Well, I did say we'd have our duel in the final?

Espada: Not like I have any options to choose in this circumstance...

Rosé: Hmhmm~?

Found you~, Pada ♡

[To Be Continued...]

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One Thousand And One Nights Reminiscence, Prologue

Rosé: Hm, hm, hmm~♪

It's sleeping time for little Pada. This kind brother Rosé will put you to bed tonight too~

Now, now~ What bedtime story should I tell you? A story from the Devil Realm? Or a story from foreign countries?

Young Espada: Brother Rosé, I'm sleepy already...

Rosé: Whaa? But the night is still young~?

[the screen turns dark, there are sounds of horses galloping]

Wagon driver: ... Sir, we have arrived. Please come down.

Espada: Mm...

I must have fallen asleep. That was quite a nostalgic dream I had.

Espada: So this is the Kildrab Kingdom.

Wagon driver: Surprised, sir? It is indeed a totally different view than the Colchicum Kingdom.

Espada: Yes, thank you for the long journey. The wagon was comfortable too once you get used to it.

But it's so hot... I keep sweating.

Kildrab Kingdom is famous as a country where swordsmiths gather. I had been wanting to visit for a long time—

I didn't expect it to be this hot. Imagination and reality are truly different after all.

Wagon driver: Ho. Who told you about this country?

Espada: It was from a long time ago...

From a brother of mine.

[To Be Continued...]

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【Mira's Akuaya News】 ENG TRANSLATION

01. People of the Kingdom of Colchicum

It's Mira🖋 I'll be delivering a manga report that will give you a rough idea of ​​what's going on with the lily-bearers and Chagran📜

The memorable first chapter is an introduction to the Kingdom of Colchicum👿🗡🍀

illustrated by Sanjou Kiiro

Original Source: https://x.com/black00crown/status/1801902551220339166

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Furniture Story ENG Translation

[SR] Colchicum Castle (Ground) 👥 Espada, Claude 🔗 https://s.id/27enx

TL/N: Yes, they are talking about the literal GROUND, THE FLOOR that they're stepping on.

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Light & Shadow Wavering In Twilight, Chapter 6

Tis: Hold up!? Explosives!?

Oscar: STOP! LOUISE!!

Tis: … Guh!

[Tis runs towards Louise. And SLAM!]

Louise: … Argh! Let me go!

Tis: Don't do this. You said you wanna help them, but why are you using something dangerous like this?

Louise: Shut up!

[Louise slaps Tis away]

Tis: Woah!

Sorry! I let him slip off!

Oscar: It's fine, you've done a good job taking away his explosives.

Tis, gimme a hand! We're chasing him!

Tis: Of course! That was my plan too!

[both of them left to chase after Louise]

Mere: We should evacuate the sick people to another place, just to be safe.

Espada: Right.

[later]

Louise: — Gurgh! Let go! I said let me go!!

Oscar: Come on, don't struggle that much!

Isaac: Thank you for your hard work, Oscar. A job well done.

Louise: … You damned military hound.

Oscar: ……

Isaac. What's gonna happen to this guy?

Isaac: What’s certain is that he'll be expelled from the military. Although anything else will have to depend on his superiors…

He may be permanently banished from Charette, or even the Aquilegia Empire itself.

Oscar: … I see. But I'm glad to hear that's all to it.

Louise: I don't need your pity.

Oscar: This isn't a pity, I'm saying it out of sincerity.

… Hey, Louise. I know this is forcing you, but could you allow me to make you a promise?

Louise: Promise?

Oscar: I'll definitely do something about those patients. I'll help your mom as well, I promise you.

Louise: …!

Oscar: — So please rest assured.

Oscar: What the hell? Espada already went back?

Mere: Yes. He said he had to prepare for Dia’s dinner.

Oscar: … He's like his mom.

Anyway, you guys saved me this time. Thanks a lot.

Tis: Hehe.

Oscar: I guess I've shown you some embarrassing things. Both personally and as a soldier.

Mere: … Mere would like to say that's not the case, but…

Oscar: Haha, no need to hold back yourself.

… Shady things like this happen quite often.

The military proclaimed a big name to itself, but it's not always righteous. I know that all too well.

… Even with Louise's action, I can't completely blame him after all.

What exactly is “justice”? There are still so many things I don't get.

Tis: … Oscar.

Oscar: — But, as Tis said, I have experiences. And those experiences are real.

So likewise, I'll try and continue my search for my own sense of justice using those experiences.

Mere & Tis: ……

Oscar: Crap, I said too much, that wasn't like me at all. Please forget it.

Mere: We don't mind.

Moreover, we Angels will never spill other's tea. If you ever feel like confessing, please call upon us.

Oscar: Haha, that's a good idea. How about we have a talk over some drinks?

Tis: Oh, that sounds great! Shall we go right away!?

Mere: … Fufu, good riddance.

Well, maybe Mere will allow it just for today.

[Fin]

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Light & Shadow Wavering In Twilight, Chapter 5

Oscar: Stay still! Come on out, Louise! Don't resist and—

Girl: KYAAAAAH!!

Oscar: …!?

Old man: Who are you lot? Soldiers? Get out! Cough, cough…

Louise: Curses, they found me already. Everyone! Hide in the basement!

Doc, I'm entrusting everyone to you!

Doctor: Y-Yeah, got it!

Espada: What is the situation here…?

Oscar: — Are you Louise?

Louise: You guys are the military’s lapdogs. I won't listen to what you want from me.

But if you still have a shred of humanity… Please turn back at once.

Oscar: That can't do.

‘Sides, I have tons of questions that I wanna ask.

But I'll have you return that blueprint first things first—

Louise's mother: Louise…! Run!

Louise: Mom!? Why did you come out!?

Oscar: His mother…?

Louise's mother: Stop putting yourself in danger for us! You don't need to worry about us…

Just hand him the blueprint! Cough cough, cough…!

Louise: Mom! It'll only hurt you more if you move too much…!

Oscar: … Guh.

[flashback starts]

Child Oscar: Mom, stay strong!

I couldn't buy the medicine today, but I'll definitely buy it tomorrow! So please get better…!

[flashback ends]

Oscar: Louise…

Could it be that the reason why you brought out the blueprint was to help the sick people?

Louise: ……

Oscar: Explain.

Louise: … That's right. Selling this blueprint will fetch us a lot of money.

With that money, we could access more equipment and medicines. We could help everyone who's sick in the town.

No way I can stand still while watching my old friends and mom grow sicker and weaker!

This isn't about my morality, I just wanna help others in any way I'm able to! So please, let this one go…!

Oscar: (— Damn it, this is the worst.)

[flashback starts]

Child Oscar: Please open your eyes… Mom…

I've finally bought your medicine… But, why… Why… Mom—

[flashback ends]

Oscar: (Louise is a version of me that didn't choose my “current” future.)

Louise: I beg you, I wanna help. Are you going to stand by and watch them die?

Oscar: I…

(What should I do? He's going to get killed if I capture him right here.)

(But what about the sick people? What'll happen to the lives he meant to save…?)

(If I let this one pass…)

Tis: — Don't expect that taking out the trash you can see could make the whole town clean

Oscar: ……!

Tis: Didn't you teach me that earlier?

Louise was right that the money he'd got could help save those sick people, but…

If the blueprint fell into the wrong hands, then countless Charette residents could be sacrificed because of the weapon.

Oscar, you're a soldier that has saved many people so you should know. About what's the best thing you should do.

Oscar: … Tis.

(... Yeah, it's just as he said.)

(Louise is basically me that didn't choose this kind of future.)

(But for me… I choose this current future as a soldier to protect everyone.)

(That's why I should've known. What I must do at this moment—)

Sorry, Louis. I can't let this one go after all.

Please hand over that blueprint.

Louise: Why… why?

Why can't I help anybody!?

Oscar: … Louise.

Louise: Enough.

If you won't turn a blind eye to this, I'll take you all down with me—!

Tis: Hold up!? Explosives!?

Oscar: STOP! LOUISE!!

[To Be Continued...]

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Light & Shadow Wavering In Twilight, Chapter 4

Resident: Louise? Never heard of that guy. Go away, army dog.

Mere: Is that so. Thank you for your cooperation.

… Hmm. There's no eyewitness reports of him around this area either. Things aren't going as smoothly as Mere planned.

Pardon, kind sir. Would you lend Mere some of your time—

Espada: Mere? What are you doing in a place like this…

[after a while]

Espada: I see. While it's quite humorous to see an Angel doing the investigation… I get the general pic of the whole situation.

Judging from how you disguise yourself as a soldier, I trust you also have a reason why you can't reveal yourself.

Mere: Indeed, Mere is grateful for your sharp mind. You must've been on your way home after an errand from Dia.

Espada: Yeah… But don't you think it's more suspicious that someone like you is asking questions around?

Mere: You understood very well. It's as you said, Mere is troubled because his sincere love is thoroughly rejected.

Could it be that you’re an expert when it comes to investigating others?

Espada: Huh? It's nothing like that…

Due to things going around this place, many of the assigned soldiers here are quite violent.

The residents aren't so fond of arrogant soldiers like those in the Imperial Capital to add with. I'm sure they assumed you're one of them.

Mere: Espada, Mere will be eternally thankful if you'd want to help Mere in gathering information. Would you lend a hand?

Fortunately, Mere has a spare uniform for you to use. So would you please?

Espada: … But only for a short while.

[Mere and Espada go around and ask questions to the residents]

Tis: Oh, Master Mere is back!

Hm? He's with someone else.

Mere: Mere is sorry for keeping you both waiting.

Oscar: Espada!? Why are you here?

Mere: We came across each other while Mere was doing his investigation, and he was able to borrow his knowledge. But please rest assured, Mere doesn't indulge him in the mission’s details.

Oscar: But that's still going too far…

Well, no use crying over spilt milk… Sorry for roping you in, Espada.

Espada: You can offer your gratitude to Lord Dia instead.

He greatly enjoyed the recipe you taught me long ago.

I only helped to return that debt. Nothing more, nothing less.

Oscar: … Haha, got it. Thanks a lot.

Tis: Anyway, how was it, Master Mere? Anything about Louis?

Mere: Yes, we found him.

Oscar & Tis: …!

Mere: Apparently, a soldier that looks like him has been going around and gathering many sick people in one place.

His hideout is located at the outskirts of the slums.

Tis: Why is he doing that… Is he only evacuating sick people from the weapon?

Espada: … It's possible that he's taking them hostages.

Oscar: We can't waste our time if that's true. We already found his hideout, we'll head off and confirm it ourselves.

[they heads off, later]

Tis: There it is! It's that house!

Oscar: I can sense people inside. Looks like we got the right one.

Okay guys, we'll barge inside in the count of 3.

Follow my pace, 1, 2—

[To Be Continued...]

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One Thousand And One Nights Reminiscence, Chapter 6

[lightning strikes again]

Spectator (girl): Nooooo! I don't like lightning!

Spectator (woman): The exit is that way!

Oscar: Not good... The flocking guests blocked the only exit.

Kai: There's still children left in here...!

I'll protect the guests with my barrier. Mr. Oscar, please hurry to Mr. Espada!

Oscar: Got it. The rampage should stop if we do something about that lamp!

[lightning strikes again]

Espada: Guh. Another one is striking again...!

Oscar: Espada, I'll join the force!

Espada: Get away, Oscar!

[lightning SFX]

Oscar: Guh! That hurts!

Espada: That lamp is attacking everywhere. Don't get too close or you'll be charred to death!

Oscar: ... A direct hit would be an overkill.

Espada: There's nothing we could do but be careful while closing in.

Oscar: Right. Don't force yourself either, got it?

Espada: Got it!

[step, step...]

Oscar: Damn it, I can't see clearly. We have no choice but to move slowly.

Espada: Just one step closer...!

Rosé: Ugh. What are they being so intense for?

I've adjusted that thing to match with Pada's attack patterns. The closer Pada is, the more aggressive it gets~

Oscar: ! Look out, a big one is coming!

Rosé: See? You can't stop it.

You guys have no chance of stopping it.

Get rid of Pada too. He's no longer my little brother anymore.

It's not like I'd care if he—

Espada: Curses, I can't dodge it in time—!

??? (Rosé): Pada!!

[lightning strikes]

??? (Rosé): — Guuugh!

Rosé: Huh? What was I doing? Did I jump on my own in front of a lightning strike? That's so stupid of me...

Espada: Rosé!?

Rosé: Pada...

So you're all right... Whatever then. This doesn't hurt me at all...

Espada: Did you protect me!? Answer me! Rosé!?

Rosé: ......

Oscar: Espada, focus on the lamp first!

Espada: ! You're right.

This is my personal matter, I'll settle it with my own hands! 

Oscar: Man...

The tournament got canceled because the magic tool went out of control, guess our duel will have to be put on hold.

Espada: The most important thing is that the spectators are safe. I've heard it was Kai who protected them.

Oscar: He went home along with Tis. He's so shy, he could've accepted thanks at least.

Speaking of shy.

Rosé: ......

Oscar: That dude's been looking at us from the shadow. Why don't you call out to him?

Espada: Call out to him...

... All right, I'll go.

[step, step...]

Rosé: ... Pada?

Espada: You are the reason it happens in the first place. I cannot forgive the outrage you caused, even if you do have a reason for that.

Nevertheless, I thank you for shielding me.

... You saved me there. How's your body holding up?

Rosé: Yeah, there's no way I'd get wrecked by something like that. Also, you—

Espada: What is it?

Rosé: Mm~... Nevermind. I'm going home. See ya.

[leaves]

Espada: ? That's so.

He's strangely humble today. But I was able to converse calmly due to it.

I still get nervous when I'm in front of Rosé.

I have to overcome and face this fear one day—

[meanwhile]

Rosé: Ugh, damn it, what am I being so frustrated for? This isn't like the super smart Lord Rosé at all!

I keep feeling weird since earlier. My body moved on its own when I thought about Pada dying... Why?

God damn it... Only Pada could give me this much trouble.

... AAAAAAAAAAH! So boring! I hate this! I'm going to smoke hookah before going home!

[Fin]

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One Thousand And One Nights Reminiscence, Chapter 5

Host: We're at the main event, at last!

It'll be a one-on-one individual match from here on. Who'll take home the championship trophy tonight!?

Espada: I've finally reached this point.

Things have been going smoothly in the revival rounds. It's almost time to challenge him...

Rosé: Hello~ my beloved Pada ♡

Espada: I knew you'd show up, I'll defeat you for sure this time.

Rosé: *Whistles* Raring to kill me, aren't we~?

How.e.ver, can you really cut him down~?

Dia's illusion: Destroy...

Espada: So you're using the appearance of my liege as a shield.

Kai: He's trying to deceive Mr. Espada with the illusion again. Will he be all right?

Oscar: He's gonna be fine. We'll watch over him on the spectators seat.

Rosé: All right. Do it, my sweet puppet.

Dia's illusion: Eliminate...!

Espada: My master is Lord Dia only. I won't be led astray by a lowlife illusion any further!

[SLASHES!]

Dia's illusion: G-Gaaah!

Espada: ... It still feels painful to even cut an illusion of him.

Rosé: Pada? Oh~ You don't look so well? Shall I prescribe you medicines to make you better~?

Espada: You always do whatever you want, without any consideration of my feelings...

I'm sure you never notice anyone's pain in your lifetime!

Rosé: What's with you. What's so great about that defect?

Espada: I'm certain you would never understand.

Rosé: Oh~? Yeah, I don't get anything about pain and all.

I don't care about your training result or Big brother's demand anymore.

[charging his magic]

Come and look! I'm firing up something big~! Your brother here will dote on you a ton~! 

Espada: I never thought of you as my brother once since my departure from the Belladonna House!

Noblewoman: Lord Rosé, please dance with me tonight.

Nobleman: No, with me please.

Rosé: Ew... Don't get so close to me.

Young Espada: ......

What is Brother Rosé talking about with the adults?

- later -

Young Espada: Brother Rosé, are you not feeling well...?

Rosé: Heh?

Aah, I'm fine ♪

Young Espada: But... you don't look livelier than usual.

Rosé: Ahaha, what's with that look!

... Only Pada would look at me with an honest gaze like that...

Young Espada: Wha!? Please don't pull my arm so suddenly!

Rosé: It's gonna be fineee, isn't it almost your time to sleep? Your amazing brother will tell you all the fun tales until you fall asleep.

[CLANG!]

Espada: I can still recall the voice by my bedside. I could open my heart to Rosé back then, but...

Rosé: That cold gaze and attitude...! Since when you can make that face!

Espada: I'll finish you off!

[Rosé's lamp got destroyed during the confrontation]

Rosé: Uh-oh, the lamp is...!

Espada: ...!? The magic inside the lamp is flowing out!?

[magical lightning strikes everywhere]

Spectator 1: KYAAAAAAH!!

Spectator 2: What is this... T-Thunderbolt!? UWAAAAAH!

Rosé: Oops. The lamp got wrecked. Looks like it's going out of control.

Who cares ♪ Time to slip off.

[To Be Continued...]

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One Thousand And One Nights Reminiscence, Chapter 4

- Tournament Preliminary Night -

Espada: I made a disgrace... I can't believe I was seized by an illusion...

Oscar: Don't be so down in the gutter. This isn't over yet.

We can participate in the main tournament if we win tomorrow's revival round. Let's hold ourselves together and prepare for our next move.

Espada: ...

Oscar: Okay, this feels totally depressing...

Come on now, look at how lively the street is! You're the only guy looking so gloomy here.

Kai: Sigh. Right... A gloomy someone like me could only be a burden to everyone else...

Oscar: Uhh. My bad, correction. There's another one.

Kai: ...? Mr. Oscar and Mr. Espada?

Oscar: What are the odds to see you in a place like this. Are you here for the tournament too?

Kai: I only came to accompany Tis to watch the tournament...

But I lost him when he was wandering around.

I know I don't belong in this invigorating place with other spirited warriors. I know that... I know that the me that is even breathing the same space as them is a nuisance...

Oscar: Can you speak louder... Your voice will get drowned out in this crowd.

Kai: I want to disappear...

Espada: Am I even qualified to fight...

Oscar: These guys are a pain in the ass... Whatever. Okay, let's go and lift our moods!

I'll bring you guys somewhere nice, so keep your chin up.

Oscar: Here you go, sorry for the long wait. Don't hold yourself back and feast as much as you like.

Espada: This is chickpea soup with grilled meat on a skewer... Isn't this the national dish of this country?

Oscar: Oh, you knew! I asked the innkeeper for the ingredients.

Kai: Looks appetizing...

Espada: I'll take a bite then. Mm, this is—

Did you use spices and yogurt as seasonings? The mutton's stench is completely removed, and the texture is soft to the tongue.

Oscar: Right?

Espada: Yeah, I like this. Can I ask for the recipe? I'd like to have Lord Dia try this too.

Oscar: Great to know you're back to your usual self.

Espada: My usual self?

Oscar: You always spout Dia's name whenever you open your mouth. You can even remember him while eating, you're one hell of a loyal retainer that's for sure.

Espada: But obviously. My life is for the sole purpose of serving Lord Dia.

Oscar: Then you shouldn't get dragged down by a fake like that.

Your bond isn't something so shallow that you'll lose sight of it the moment you're separated. Even I can see that.

Kai: I watched your match along with Tis then. I think that Mr. Rosé... is too cruel in doing it.

I understand how you feel, Mr. Espada... I won't be able to control my emotions if I face someone important to me too.

Espada: Important, huh.

That's right. To me, Lord Dia is irreplaceable.

Ever since then—

Dia: Follow me, Devil. Offer that body to me.

Espada: What are you—

Dia: — From today onwards, you are my possession.

Espada: ...!

Dia: I am your place to return.

Espada: Only that person is my master.

[To Be Continued...]

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One Thousand And One Nights Reminiscence, Chapter 2

Espada: Here I go— Haah!

Host: Oh, Espada is launching a fierce attack at this moment!? His incredible swordsmanship leaves no room for a counterattack!

Espada: I'll finish you in one blow!

Ax warrior: G-Gaah!

Oscar: That's Espada for you! I can't lose either...!

Host: Next up, Oscar also launches an attack! With a charge like an ogre, he closes the distance in one go!

Oscar: Sorry, I'll take the win!

Swordman: Urgh! So this is my end...

Host: And it's team Espada & Oscar's victory! The dark horses of the tournament fought brilliantly this time too!

[applause from the crowd]

Espada: We're winning smoothly. We'll make it through the preliminary if we keep this up—

Rosé: Hellooo~ Introducing the rare genius, Lord Rosé, is here~♪

Espada: Rosé...!?

Host: W-We have an announcement about an emergency surprise plan from the tournament committee!

Both opponents will be facing a special match!

Fired up crowds: Wooooaaahh!!

Oscar: Special match? There's something like that?

Rosé: Hey there, Pada. Miss me?

Espada: What's the meaning of this? You also enter this tournament?

Rosé: Kukuku, you don't get it of course. Allow me to kindly indulge you~

The truth iiis~ the Belladonna Family is a patron of this tournament~!

So, your other older brother asked me to come and "help".

Did you know I have been watching all your matches up to this point~? Not bad, Pada. I'm envious that Steak— I mean, Oscar gets to team up with you though.

Espada: I want none of your compliments... They only send chill down to my spine.

Rosé: Don't be so embarrassed~ Aw, Pada you're so cuteee ♡

Oscar: Aah—... Sorry for interrupting. This means that Rosé is our next opponent from the looks of it, right?

Rosé: Kukuku ♪ My bad for leaving you out~? I want to experiment on you, Steak. But my cute little brother comes first ♡

You have to treat Pada carefully, you see, it's always been like this since a long time ago~ I always had to put him to sleep at night!

Espada: ! Don't bring up something from a long time ago!

Rosé: Oh, righty-right. Our oldest brother also told me to go and see how strong you've become ♡

Which is why this masterful me has taken up the mantle to challenge you. Show your dear brother the result of your vigorous training ♪

Oscar: What's that? Is Rosé pulling out... a lamp?

Espada: I'm guessing it's a magic tool. I can sense a strong magical power from it. Keep your guard.

Rosé: Abra Kadabra Alakazam~

[pink haze started to appear]

Come on out, little combat puppet!

???: ......

Espada: ... Lord Dia!?

[To Be Continued...]

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Chapter 7, Episode 10: Prayer

Espada: Lord Dia! Lord Dia!!

Dia: ...

Espada: Lord Dia, please open your eyes!

Damn it...! Damn it!!

Forgive your servant for being late! For not being by your side... for leaving you alone...!

[fire continues to burn]

Espada: The fire is spreading...! If this keeps up, Lord Dia will...!!

[tries to fend off the fire]

UWWOOOOORGHH! I WON'T LET YOOUUU!!

... URGH! Shit, we got surrounded...!

Espada: Huff, haa [wheezes]... What is this fire... Is this the Malamity Adder and others were so proud of...?

This much fire, isn't a big deal... Compared to the pain... Lord Dia went through...!

Dia: ... Amongst the numerous people I've killed with my hands, they may have cared for someone just as my Mother to me.

— Until that day arrives.

Dia: —Ugh! Urgh... Argh...!

Don't...! Don't hand him, the Jewel...!

Don't lend him an ear...!

Ku...hh! Urgh...!

—AAAARGH!!

Espada: Lord Dia has always, suffered alone...!

But...!

In his long-lived sufferings, he still extends his helping hand towards me!

Dia: ... Not bad. I like the look in your eyes.

Follow me, Devil. Offer that body to me.

Espada: What are you—

Dia: — From today onwards, you are my possession.

I am your place to return.

Espada: It's because of Lord Dia... It's because I was saved by Lord Dia, that I'm standing here today...!

Lord Dia is supposed to become an outstanding Devil... That's why, he won't fall in a place like this because of those people!!

UWOOORGH!!

[fends off the fire]

Guh... Gah... Argh! I definitely... won't fall in a place like this...!

I've told you before, Lord Dia. That I won't leave your side...

Even if I die, I won't leave you. That's why, please...!

[collapses]

Allow me— to prepare your tea, again... Lord... Dia...

[everything turns black, until...]

Dia: —!!

... Espada...?

Espada: Lord Dia...?

Dia: !!

Espada! Keep yourself together!!

O flame, ceases...! Urgh... Haah!

[the flames around them ceases]

Espada: [you can hear him stumbling]

Lord Dia...!! You're finally awake!!

Dia: Yeah...

...!

You're full of injuries...! Why didn't you leave—

... Did you use, your own body to hold off my rage?

Espada: Enough about me now.

I'm really... glad. You weren't... caught up in the Malamity...

Dia: Espada...

Espada: Come on, Lord Dia. Let's leave here as soon as possible.

Dia: But, if we leave it like this...!

Espada: ...

It's already too late, Lord Dia. Pardon my rudeness.

Dia: ... Wait, Espada! Let go!

The Malamity...! We have to stop the Malamity!!

Dia: — AAAAAAAAAAH!

[everything turns black again]

— This is the end of their story.

— But thou can choose.

— O Tuner, answer my question.

— Will thou save them, or will thou not save them?

— ...

— O Spirit of Sagacity, I answer thy question

[Player's Only Choice: — I will save them]

—...

— Alright.

— Hold out thy hand, and see it through the end.

— Their future ahead—...

[all places burning with the flames of Malamity are being purified]

Aquilegia's 2nd Imperial Prince: ... It looks like it finally made its move.

Devil Marquis of the Devil Realm: I wonder what kind of face the Belladonna House will make when they find out this is all going according to plan?

Leader of Chagran's Fang: It's still too early to feel relieved. Better to be safe than sorry.

... Isn't that the creed of us "Chagran's Fang"?

— Embraced by the healing light and have a good night sleep for now, Evil Prince Dia.

[Fin]