Shuumatsuban Suspicions

Shuumatsuban Suspicions is a quest in .
==Steps==
# Go to the agreed place and wait for the other party
#*Ask Ogawa to tell the truth. Proceed to The Truth Behind the Order.
#*Hand Ogawa over to the Yashiro Commission. Procceed to Face-Off.
===The Truth Behind the Order===
#Go with Ogawa to meet the Kairagi
#Defeat the Kairagi
#*
#* 
#*Sayu will join the team as a trial character.
#Talk to Sayu
===Face-Off===
#Bring Ogawa to the Yashiro Commission for a confrontation
#Comfort the confused Sayu
==Trial Character==
==Dialogue==
===Two Can Play This Game===
;(Approach the location)
: Ogawa: Sayu, is it true? Have you completed the mission?
: Ogawa: I don't recall you ever taking any ambush missions before. How were you able to deal with the renowned Traveler so swiftly?
: Sayu: Uh, well... You see, I... I caught off guard! Yeah, that's it, didn't have time to react.
: Sayu: All it took was one THUMP! Then BAM! And it was over...
: Ogawa: Oh no, how could this be. I really didn't see this coming...
: Ogawa: Don't you usually just ignore your orders from the Shuumatsuban? How was I supposed to know that you'd actually take this one and finish it so efficiently?
: Sayu: Uh, well, I don't feel sleepy every day, you know.
: Sayu: So don't underestimate me. My sensei did teach me some ambush techniques, I just never used them before, that's all.
: Ogawa: I see... Fine, I'll report back then.
: Sayu: Hey, wait! Don't leave! , you can come out now!
: Stop right there.
: Don't even think about running off.
: Ogawa: Huh!? Explain yourself, Sayu. What's going on here? So... you were lying to me the whole time? The Traveler is still alive?
: Alive and in the flesh.
: Sayu: The shrine maiden already confirmed that there was no such mission.
: Sayu: So we decided to catch you red-handed in your own game, you sneaky sneak.
: Ogawa: W—Wait, I can explain! It's not what you think!
: Ogawa: Yes, I was the one who forged the ambush mission, but I had good reason to!
: Tell us the truth, no more lies!
:;(Proceed to Branch 1)
: Save it for the Yashiro Commission. I'm sure they'd love to hear your story.
:;(Proceed to Branch 2)
===Branch 1===
: Tell us the truth, no more lies!
: Ogawa: Just hear me out! You see, last night, my little daughter suddenly disappeared from home. I was starting to get worried when a Kairagi appeared at my door and told me they'd taken her.
: Ogawa: They told me I'd only see my kid again if I did exactly as they said. Their terms were for me to forge orders from the Yashiro Commission and dispatch a ninja to ambush the Traveler.
: Sayu: Huh? That doesn't make sense... Why would the Kairagi want to ambush the Traveler? And why the Shuumatsuban?
: I fight the Kairagi on a daily basis, it only makes sense that they would seek revenge.
: Sayu: Oh, no wonder...
: Maybe they know that they're not strong enough to take me out, so they wanted to hire an expert to do the job.
: Ogawa: That seems about right. I was puzzled myself, but they didn't tell me anything... and I didn't dare to ask.
: Ogawa: I was scared out of my wits. I simply did whatever they told me to.
: Ogawa: Then it dawned on me that Sayu was the only ninja that never carried out such confrontational tasks, and that Kano Nana is her guardian.
: Ogawa: So I thought that if I assigned the task to Sayu, it wouldn't be a threat to you at all. Half the time she never even completes her tasks.
: Ogawa: To my surprise, just as I was about to secretly contact the Tenryou Commission and save my kid, I found Sayu's bag in the mission crate indicating that the job was taken care of... It scared me half to death.
: Sayu: No wonder you looked so unhappy when I met with you.
: Ogawa: Of course, given the Traveler's position in the Yashiro Commission, who would dare make any move against them... After hearing Sayu carried out the task, I really felt things were spinning out of control.
: Ogawa: To be honest, I was relieved to see that you were all right.
: Sayu: He seems to be telling the truth.
: He did seem a bit relieved when I appeared. Now it makes sense.
: Sayu: Are the Kairagi still holding your child hostage?
: Ogawa: Yes, that's right. Myself and the Tenryou Commission are both at a loss as to what to do now...
: Ogawa: If the Kairagi catch on to us, they might harm my child... *sigh* No, we mustn't let that happen, no matter what.
: Sayu: Seems we need to come up with a plan of our own.
: Ogawa: What do you suggest?
: Sayu: Think about it this way... If I did successfully ambush the Traveler, you would still have to report it to the Kairagi.
: Ogawa: Ah, I see. I'll use the evidence to rescue my daughter!
: But there's a chance the Kairagi won't go along with it.
: Sayu: No worries, we'll be hiding nearby, so we can act if we need to.
: Sounds like a plan.
:: Sayu: Now I can put my ninjutsu to good use, heh!
: Seems you've considered all the possible angles.
:: Sayu: It's a serious situation, we should all be vigilant.
: Ogawa: Then it's decided. I'll contact the Kairagi as well as the Tenryou Commission.
: Ogawa: My child's safety is in your hands. Please, don't let anything happen to her.
:;(Proceed to The Truth Behind the Order)
====The Truth Behind the Order====
;(Approach the location)
: Sayu: It seems the Kairagi has arrived. Oh, and that must be Mr. Ogawa's daughter.
: Sayu: Even after they hear the news that the ambush has been completed, there's no telling whether they'd make good on their promise to Mr. Ogawa.
: I have my doubts.
: Sayu: They really have no honor, do they?
: I'm sure they'll still want more.
: Greed has no end.
: Sayu: I see...
: Sayu: Alright, I'll stay wide awake and fully alert.
: Yes, me too.
: Ogawa: Alright, you asked me to dispatch a ninja to get rid of the Traveler. Well, the deed is done. Here's some proof: hair and clothing.
: Inou: Oh, is that so? Show me.
: Inou: Hmph, seems legit. How could I forget this gaudy hair color.
: Inou: Imagine, a Traveler from another land just coming here and attacking my people. That rascal should have known better.
: Inou: Heh, too bad never had the chance to learn from mistakes. Haha!
: Ogawa: Well then, I've held up my end of the deal. Now you must hold up yours, where's my child?
: Inou: Oh? You really don't get it, do you?
: Ogawa: What!?
: Inou: I only said that it was over for her unless you do as I say. I never said anything about returning the little brat to you.
: Kotomi: Daddy...
: Inou: I think we've held up our terms, I even brought her here to prove it to you.
: Inou: This way, I'm sure you'll be willing as ever to continue working with us.
: Ogawa: Huh? That's not what you said!
: Inou: You dare speak in such a tone with me!?
: Inou: Don't let me lose my temper. Who's to say that I won't just do away with the both of you... I can do anything when I'm angry.
: Inou: Or... perhaps you feel bolder now because you've already ratted on me to the Shogunate? Hmm!?
: Ogawa: Huh? No, no, I wouldn't dare, I...
: Ogawa: But my child... Tell me, what must I do to get my child back!
: Inou: Let me think about it... And while I'm thinking, you can use these invincible ninja of yours to take out a couple pesky members of the Tenryou Commission.
: Ogawa: Huh, how could I do that! How could anyone from the Shuumatsuban move against the Tenryou Commission!?
: Inou: That's not my problem to figure out. It's yours!
: Inou: Enough talking. Now, get out of here.
: Ogawa: Argh!
: Sayu: Hey! You really think we'd just let you off the hook like that?
: Inou: Huh!? Who are you? Ninja?
: Inou: And you! Aren't you supposed to be...
: Getting rid of me isn't that easy.
: I'm the outlander, Traveler of countless worlds!
: Inou: Ugh! Brothers, get them!
: Inou: Ugh, Ogawa! This isn't over, you'll pay for this. You haven't seen the last of me!
----
;(After the battle)
: Inou: Hehe, not another step closer, Traveler. I'm warning you.
: Inou: You certainly live up to your reputation, there's no doubt about that... But remember, the little girl is still in my hands.
: Inou: Best not to do anything too hasty, we wouldn't want anything to happen to her, would we now?
:;(The camera pans to "Kotomi" who turns out to be the Sayu trick)
: Inou: Hehe, don't test me now, I'll... Wait, huh...!?
: It's not afraid of your blade.
: Go ahead, do it.
: Inou: H—How did this happen? When did you...
: Sayu: You've heard how skilled the ninja of the Shuumatsuban are, haven't you? Heh, too easy!
: Sayu: So easy that... *yawn* I'm starting to feel a little bit sleepy.
: Inou: Huh? You little brat, you dare mock me? I'll pulverize you!
: Aoki: Stop right there!
: Aoki: This is the suspect behind the incident you reported?
: Ogawa: Yes, that's right! Kotomi is already safe. Quick, you must apprehend him immediately!
: Inou: Argh!
:
: Kotomi: Daddy!
: Kotomi: *sobs* I knew that you would come to rescue me!
: Ogawa: Don't cry, my dear. Daddy's here. Everything's all right now.
: Ogawa: Come now, you should thank these two. Without them, we would have never been able to rescue you.
: Kotomi: Thank you, Traveler! You and Ms. Ninja saved me!
: Sayu: Ms. Ninja...
: Sayu: Hehe, don't mention it. It's nothing for a ninja.
: I'm just glad you're okay.
: Ogawa: Such agility, and the way you handled that blade... I must say that I am quite impressed.
: Ogawa: As for Sayu, I had thought that you'd given up on your ninja training. But somehow you seem to be stronger than ever.
: Ogawa: If you don't mind, I'll be taking my child home now. Her mother has been worried sick.
: Ogawa: Thank you, all of you. I could never repay you.
: You're most welcome.
: I'm glad we could help.
: Ogawa: Please take care, the road is still dangerous.
: Kotomi: Thank you Traveler and Ms. Ninja!
:;(Ogawa and Kotomi leave)
: Sayu: Hey, please wait a second. There's something I've been meaning to tell you.
: Sayu: This isn't the first time the Kairagi have done something like this. With a little further investigation, I think we could track down the bigger fish.
: You seem to have changed, Sayu. So hard working now...
: But don't you feel sleepy?
: Sayu: Well, to be honest, I couldn't care less at first. All that ambushing stuff was just getting in the way of my nap schedule...
: Sayu: But after witnessing the crying kid and that big, nasty bad guy, I couldn't just ignore the situation like usual.
: Sayu: At that moment, the situation felt a lot more personal... Like it was my own problem, too.
: Sayu: In the end, the little girl thanked us, and even called me Ms. Ninja... No one has ever called me that before.
: Who knows, Sayu... Maybe you're a really hard worker after all.
: Sayu: Hmm, don't count on it... This time just was an exception. Sleeping is still what I do best.
: Sayu: In fact, once this is all over with, I'm going to find a nice, comfy spot where nobody can find me and take a long nap.
: Sayu: Yes... A really long... Comfy... *yawn*
: Sayu: Whew, I'm getting sleepy...
: Let's all take a rest then, shall we?
: Sayu: No need, let's head back first. If I fall asleep now, I'm worried that I might forget some of the things that happened today...
: Sayu: So don't worry about me... I'll be just... fine... *dozing off*
====Ending: The Best Rest====
===Branch 2===
: Save it for the Yashiro Commission. I'm sure they'd love to hear your story.
: Ogawa: N—No, please, just hear me out! I'll explain everything!
: Sayu: I've got him tied up, he's not going anywhere.
: Sayu: That takes care of that. Now all we need to do is drag you back and I can have a good night's sleep.
:;(Proceed to Face-Off)
====Face-Off====
;(Talk to Ayaka)
: Kamisato Ayaka: Hm? Oh, hello Traveler. And I see Sayu and Mr. Ogawa are with you. Is something the matter?
:
: Kamisato Ayaka: I understand the situation... It seems Mr. Ogawa was only acting out of coercion from the Kairagi, he had no intent to truly harm you.
: Kamisato Ayaka: However, it concerns me that those forged orders went as far as they did, it's my responsibility to look into such matters. I will take the appropriate measures to resolve this.
: No problem.
: As long as we can resolve the situation.
: Kamisato Ayaka: Allow me to take the investigation matters from here. You needn't worry any longer.
: Sayu: *yawn* If that's all, then we should get going.
: Sayu: I can't help but feel a little uneasy here...
: Kamisato Ayaka: It's not often that I get to see you here, Sayu.
: Sayu: Uh... Heh.
: Kamisato Ayaka: It seems that Sayu is almost always sleepy and in need of a good nap. To see her here accompanying you and addressing these matters goes to show how much effort she is expending on your behalf.
: Kamisato Ayaka: But from now on, you should better attend to your duties. There's no need to keep Kano Nana worrying all the time.
: Sayu: But I don't want to work...
: Sayu: All I want is some sleep, but you keep the shrine maiden on my tail all the time.
: Sayu: There's loads of way more qualified ninja to handle every task. The Shuumatsuban would be the same with or without me.
: Kamisato Ayaka: But you performed admirably the first time you assisted the Traveler, did you not?
: Kamisato Ayaka: Everyone believes that there are some missions that only you can accomplish.
: Kamisato Ayaka: This truth remains, whether you choose to believe it or not. Your sensei taught you ninjutsu so that you may step in when a mission needs you.
: Sayu: Yes, I understand, but...
: Sayu: Sorry, I don't know what to say.
: Sayu: I should go... bye.
: Kamisato Ayaka: *sigh* ...
: Perhaps you were a little too hard on her?
: Kamisato Ayaka: She's just a little... lost. It is only my wish to help her.
: Kamisato Ayaka: Before her sensei suddenly decided to leave, they insisted that I watch over her progress. Part of the reason I've assigned Kano Nana to keep an eye on her is to fulfill my promise.
: Kamisato Ayaka: In fact, I'm certain that Sayu remembers her sensei's aspirations for her quite clearly. Otherwise, she would have quit the Shuumatsuban long ago.
: Kamisato Ayaka: She's been lost and unsure of herself ever since her beloved sensei's abrupt departure.
: I understand. I'll go see if I can talk to her.
: Kamisato Ayaka: Thank you, Traveler. She obviously has some reservations towards me. Though I've only desired to help and look after her, I'm afraid it's never culminated to much.
: This is what we call "growing pains."
: Kamisato Ayaka: Yes, perhaps you're right.
;(Talk to Ayaka again)
: Kamisato Ayaka: Please, go and talk to her. See if you can offer her any console.
: Kamisato Ayaka: I understand the trouble she is facing. Fortunately, she is young and has many years ahead of her. There's no need to be hasty.
----
;(Talk to Sayu)
: Sayu: Sensei told me that all I need to do is grow big and tall. I remember that...
: Sayu: I had no idea how difficult such a simple thing could turn out to be.
: Sayu: I'm not complaining, you know. I understand everyone has hopes for me... Miss Kamisato, Sensei, the shrine maiden...
: Sayu: But I haven't done anything right. And whenever I try to do my best, I can't help but feel more pressure bearing down on me.
: Sayu: If only I grew a little taller, maybe then I could handle it.
: Don't worry Sayu. Like Ayaka said, no one wants to pressure you.
:: Sayu: *sigh* I guess all I can do is say sorry...
: If you don't try now, there's no guarantee that you can do well in the future.
:: Sayu: I get it. That's why I admire those who still try... even if they don't want to.
: Maybe you won't grow right away, but I can lift you higher whenever needed.
:: Sayu: But, what would I do if I keep you from growing? No, I would feel too guilty...
: Sayu: Anyway, thank you. I don't know what else to say. Even talking is starting to feel difficult now.
: Sayu: This is why I don't like coming here...
====Ending: Little Sayu's Troubles====
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