Why Do the Heathen Rage?

Why Do the Heathen Rage? is the sixth part of the Trailblaze Mission chapter Cat Among Pigeons. It automatically begins after completing Heaven is a Place on Earth.
==Steps==
# Head to the Dreamjolt Hostelry
# Collect ingredients for the drinks
# Investigate the commotion
# Use clockwork on Amiky
# Talk to Gallagher and have him prepare a drink for you
# Listen to Gallagher's story
# Head to the Clock Studios Theme Park
# Enter the Clock Studios Theme Park
==Dialogue==
===Head to the Dreamjolt Hostelry===
: ???: What brings you here, Gallagher?
: Gallagher: Some friends from the old days. Do you have a moment to spare, Siobhan?
: Siobhan: I have the whole day to spare. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Dreamjolt Hostelry!
: Siobhan: This bar offers a wide variety of drinks, but we draw the line at SoulGlad. Why settle for ordinary when you can experience extraordinary? We're dedicated to serving up nothing but pure joy and laughter.
: Siobhan: What would you like to drink? I'll whip it up for you.
: March 7th: Look, (Trailblazer)! A lady as cool as Serval!
: She's cool, indeed.
: I think she is Serval.
: Siobhan: Who's Serval? Will you introduce me to her?
: March 7th: Oops, she's heard us...
: Gallagher: Just spare them, my esteemed bartender. I'll take over the bar today.
: Gallagher: I'm getting up there in age, and I need some practice before I forget the skills that used to put food on my table. Where did you stash the ingredients?
: Siobhan: They're all under the counter. Since our guests have traveled from afar, shouldn't you whip up some special drinks?
: Gallagher: That's exactly what I had in mind. Hey, my friends, do me a favor. 
: Gallagher: The discussion might take quite some time, so I'll prepare some customized, non-alcoholic drinks for you.
: March 7th: In the bar? But aren't all the ingredients right there on the counter?
: Siobhan: Why, we're in a dream, my lovely lady. You can help yourself to anything if you wish for it — comfort, hunger, confusion, or even boredom... It's all within reach, right at your fingertips.
: March 7th: Did you hear that! She just called me "my lovely lady"...!
: Gallagher: Even in reality, mixing drinks is more than just throwing ingredients together. A bartender needs to capture the bar's atmosphere, master technique, and spin a tale of mystery and anticipation...
: Siobhan: Only then can a perfect drink, crafted with the customer's life story, be created.
: Gallagher: In other words, what you get from your drink is down to luck. So don't overthink it. Indecisiveness has no place when it comes to enjoyment.
===Collect ingredients for the drinks===
;(Talk to Siobhan, optional)
: Siobhan: And let me tell you, don't underestimate the bartenders of Penacony, especially not Gallagher. This guy is pure magic... He can satisfy even the pickiest of customers.
: Siobhan: Don't go easy on this old man. Give him a real challenge.
;(Talk to Gallagher, optional)
: Gallagher: That being said, mixing a drink is way simpler than you'd imagine. Just pick your favorite ingredients, toss them in a glass, mix it up, and it's done.
: Gallagher: So go ahead, explore the bar and bring me any ingredients you prefer.
: I'll come back later.
: Gallagher: Go ahead, my friend. I'm sure you'll find splendid ingredients.
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;(Investigate cup near Siobhan)
: March 7th: Can this be used for mixing drinks? Oh, and there's a note underneath... "Exchange with your precious things."
: March 7th: What should we exchange for it?... And who should we give our stuff to?
: Give "Praise of High Morals"...
::You put "Praise of High Morals" into the empty cup in a metaphysical manner...
:: March 7th: ...Whoa, the words on the note are changing!
:: March 7th: "Happiness belongs to the noble." Does this mean we can take it? Ahaha, doing good deeds does pay off! Thank you!
: Give 50,000 credits...
::You put 50,000 credits into the empty cup
:: March 7th: ...Whoa, the words on the note are changing!
:: March 7th: "Stairs made of coins can lead to happiness." Does this mean we can take it? I'm not sure if it's a good deal... but thank you anyway!
: Give a bag of trash...
::You put a bag of trash into the empty cup
:: March 7th: Hey, what are you doing! You can't just throw trash... No way! The words on the note are changing!
:: March 7th: "Happiness is the dream of the humble." Does this mean we can take it? Something feels weird about this...
: There doesn't seem to be anything that can be put in...
;(After exchanging an item)
;(Obtain )
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;(Investigate bottles on the bar counter left of Gallagher)
: March 7th: Check out this bottle. The liquid inside looks beautiful, and the label reads... Dream Syrup (Thick). I don't see an expiration date, but the production date is...
: March 7th: 
: March 7th: Drinking this stuff can't lead to anything good. That's for sure...
: Maybe it hasn't expired yet.
:: March 7th: Ugh... the syrup has turned clumpy... I definitely don't want to drink this even if it's not expired.
: But I thought we could drink anything in dreams?
:: March 7th: That's true, but this... really doesn't seem fresh...
: Siobhan: Did you find the bottle of syrup I've been hoarding? Don't worry, it's all just a dream, and it won't upset your stomach. It's been aging for years, and should have a refined taste by now. Feel free to have some. It's perfect for entertaining lovely guests like you.
: March 7th: Then... we'll keep it for now...
;(Obtain )
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;(Investigate table in front of Himeko)
: March 7th: It's SoulGlad! But I thought they didn't sell SoulGlad at the bar?
: March 7th: Let's give it a shake! Nice, it's still fizzy and has a long shelf life!
: Maybe someone else brought it here.
:: March 7th: That's possible. You see SoulGlad everywhere these days, so it wouldn't be a surprise if someone brought a bottle here.
: Maybe it's placed here for decoration.
:: March 7th: Yeah, perhaps. SoulGlad is a classic in Penacony, and it'd be strange for a bar not to have it.
: Don't! It's no good for our drink if all shaken up.
:: March 7th: Uh-huh! I... Let's just leave it here for a while... and it'll be alright, right?
: March 7th: Why don't they sell SoulGlad in this bar? Did something happen?
: Himeko: It's all about the bartender's pride. It wouldn't make sense for customers to come here and order drinks they can find anywhere else. That's the mindset I use when I brew my coffee.
: March 7th: Um... Haha, you're right, Himeko.
;(Obtain )
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;(Investigate shining spot on the stage)
: March 7th: Hey, look at all these chips scattered everywhere...
: Gallagher: A few days ago, an actor from the Iris Family came — caused a ruckus with Siobhan... Those chips must have gotten scattered during all the chaos.
: I can only imagine how intense that scene must have been.
:: Gallagher: Nah, it turned out to be a landslide victory.
: So, enemies drop gold coins even in a dream?
:: Gallagher: Haha, that's a clever metaphor.
: March 7th: That being said, opening a bar in this place... filled with monsters... is quite a feat. Siobhan must have a lot of tricks up her sleeve, right?
: Gallagher: You'll have to ask her yourself to find out. But I have a feeling she won't budge unless you impress her with an incredible drink.
;(Obtain )
===Investigate the commotion===
;(Approach marked location)
: Siobhan: Haven't I made myself clear enough, Ms. Amiky? The Dreamjolt Hostelry only welcomes guests who want to enjoy a drink to their heart's content. I'm sorry, but I'm not interested in your proposal.
: Amiky: But you have the talent! You'll attract a huge audience... You're destined for the Iris' stage, not for this run-down shack!
: Amiky: Come with me! We'll become the talk of Penacony, shining light into every corner of the Dreamscape! Please, Siobhan, I really need you...
: Siobhan: ...
: Siobhan: ...As you see, I'm entertaining my guests. Don't make me repeat myself.
: Amiky: Fine... If you don't come along, I'll just sit here and not go anywhere else. Give me a sparkling drink, sweet, with extra ice.
: Siobhan: Just one moment.
: March 7th: What's her deal...? We can't discuss the case with other people hanging around the bar.
: Himeko: (Trailblazer), can you do that clockwork trick of yours again...?
: Just what I've been waiting for.
: How come even you, Himeko...
:: Himeko: Time is running out. We need to hurry.
: March 7th: Yeah, I'm counting on you.
===Use clockwork on Amiky===
;(Talk to Amiky)
: Amiky: You're one of Siobhan's guests, right? What can I do for you? If you're here to convince me to leave, please stop it. I'll never leave until she accepts my proposal...
: Amiky: I just don't get why she won't leave this place... this run-down shack with no customers whatsoever.
: Siobhan just said, "Anything can be imbibed"... Perhaps you can try various experiments to see what .
: Try reading her thoughts.
: I've no idea either...
:: Amiky: Ah, forget it. I'll just stay here and wait until she changes her mind.
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;(Tune Amiky's emotion to Happy)
: Amiky: I've seen it... the moment when Siobhan and I share the stage.
: Amiky: The crowd is going wild, applause crashing like waves. The aroma of irises fills the air, a beautiful melody playing, ribbons dancing around us. And the taste... is sweeter than honey.
: Amiky: I've seen that scene countless times in my dreams, and every time, it mesmerizes me. That's why I have to bring her back to that world, no matter what it takes.
: Amiky: Want to raise a glass, my attentive listener? Let's consider it... a toast to my far-fetched dream.
:
;(Obtain )
;(If the player has not yet tuned to three different emotions)
: (Trailblazer): (She's still not leaving... Maybe I'll have to try again.)
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;(Tune Amiky's emotion to Sad)
: Amiky: ...It's ridiculous, right? Our paths were never meant to cross, yet I'm still holding on to her...
: Amiky: I'm too timid and shy, longing to shine but afraid of stepping into the spotlight. I need her guidance, because I'll never be able to do anything alone...
: Amiky: You don't know Siobhan's past, and you have no clue how... radiant she used to be. Even among the talented Iris Family, her skill was unmatched.
: Amiky: I know... she probably thinks I'm just trying to ride her fame to get ahead, but all I want is for her to reclaim her place...
:
;(Obtain )
;(If the player has not yet tuned to three different emotions)
: (Trailblazer): (She's still not leaving... Maybe I'll have to try again.)
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;(Tune Amiky's emotion to Angry)
: Amiky: Those darn Iris jerks! They're the ones who forced Siobhan into hiding here, running this pesky bar... It's all their dirty scheming!
: Amiky: Ah... I get it now. She's not leaving because she doesn't want to run into them again!
: Amiky: I... I can help clear the way for her. I can do her a favor! I'll go back and write a letter to the Dreammaster, exposing the crimes committed by the Iris Family... Siobhan will definitely appreciate it!
;(If the player has not yet tuned to three different emotions)
: (Trailblazer): (Things might get out of control if she gets any angrier... I need to come up with another plan.)
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;(After tuning to all emotions)
: Amiky: Well... talking to you has got me feeling a bit down. My thoughts are swirling, making my mind clear and bringing tears to my eyes...
: Amiky: Maybe... I should find a place to reflect on what Siobhan truly means to me...
: Amiky: Here's the payment for the drinks. Please pass it on to her. I'm leaving now.
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: Siobhan: ...Amiky has left?
: Siobhan: *sigh* That's good for her... Radiant dreams may be enticing, but they're nothing more than dreams. Her drink is on the house. Please keep the money.
: Siobhan: When you're ready, go to Gallagher. I can tell he's itching to show off his skills.
;(Obtain )
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;(Talk to Siobhan)
:Siobhan: And let me tell you, don't underestimate the bartenders of Penacony, especially not Gallagher. This guy is pure magic... He can satisfy even the pickiest of customers.
:Siobhan: Don't go easy on this old man. Give him a real challenge.
===Talk to Gallagher and have him prepare a drink for you===
;(Talk to Gallagher)
: Gallagher: That being said, mixing a drink is way simpler than you'd imagine. Just pick your favorite ingredients, toss them in a glass, mix it up, and it's done.
: Gallagher: So go ahead, explore the bar and bring me any ingredients you prefer.
: I've gathered all the ingredients I need.
:: Gallagher: Nice work. Let me take a look...
: I'll come back later.
:: Gallagher: Go ahead, my friend. I'm sure you'll find splendid ingredients.
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: Gallagher: ...You've found some interesting ingredients there. Now, take your pick.
: Gallagher: Each drink has its own unique flavor, and the base ingredient sets the tone for the initial taste and the lingering aftertaste. So, ?
;(Submit )
:: Gallagher: Heh, you won't find a sweeter drink anywhere in Penacony, and that's what today's dream seekers crave.
;(Submit )
:: Gallagher: Sweeter than Sousa Juice and more bitter than Dream Syrup. — that's a metaphor for Penacony itself.
;(Submit )
:: Gallagher: The original formula is said to be Hanunue's favorite drink. It's sour and bitter, and the bubbles burst in your throat like swallowing rusty chains, evoking thoughts of dungeons and prisons.
: Gallagher: Now that you've chosen the base, it's time to pick the adjunct — the ingredient that'll create a marvelous chemical reaction with the base. It should give an unforgettable taste without overpowering the main tone. So, ?
;(Submit )
:: Gallagher: Bright Future... a taste that's been a long time coming.
:: Gallagher: I'll never forget the flavor that danced on my tongue as Mikhail whisked me through the Dreamscape wilderness. Those were haunting times... too beautiful to be real.
;(Submit )
:: Gallagher: This is the most pungent adjunct we have... and my personal favorite.
:: Gallagher: Before Mikhail left, the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes had deepened, like knife cuts. He mumbled, his breath too weak to climb up his throat, caught up in his chest. But I could smell it... the lingering scent of Penacony itself on that night.
;(Submit )
:: Gallagher: The taste is... not very intense, yet evocative.
:: Gallagher: After those despicables sent Mikhail away, I found myself lost in the wilderness of my dreams. They say that even the dirt here oozes with sweetness... Heh, all I tasted was stoic bitterness.
: Himeko: Mikhail...?
: Gallagher: Almost there. Let's pick a decoration. Which style do you prefer? Anything you need, I've got it.
: Straws with concentric circles.
:: Gallagher: ... May you always remember where you started.
: Hanu's sign.
:: Gallagher: A of bravery and dauntlessness. May you break free from your shackles just like he did.
: Coin-shaped lemon slices.
:: Gallagher: The IPC's favorite... Ambitious, aren't you?
: Gallagher: Well, it's done...
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;(If the player submitted Dream Syrup and Bright Future)
::
:: Gallagher: Here's to you, dream seeker, with this glass of El Dorado...
:: Gallagher: ...To golden dreams.
;(If the player submitted Dream Syrup and High Stakes)
::
:: Gallagher: Here's to you, sober one, with this glass of "a Dream Within a Dream"...
:: Gallagher: ...To our forebearers who dug their own graves.
;(If the player submitted Dream Syrup and Eternal Endurance)
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:: Gallagher: Here's to you, dreamer, with this glass of "The Premature Burial"...
:: Gallagher: ...To bringing time to a standstill.
;(If the player submitted Classic SoulGlad and Bright Future)
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:: Gallagher: Here's to you, lost sheep, with this glass of "The Big Sleep"...
:: Gallagher: ...To the ghosts of the past.
;(If the player submitted Classic SoulGlad and High Stakes)
::
:: Gallagher: Here's to you, seeker of truth, with this glass of "Farewell, My Lovely"...
:: Gallagher: ...To unfinished business.
;(If the player submitted Classic SoulGlad and Eternal Endurance)
::
:: Gallagher: Here's to you, watcher, with this glass of "The Long Goodbye"...
:: Gallagher: ...To a bitter childhood.
;(If the player submitted Pika White Grape Soda and Bright Future)
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:: Gallagher: Here's to you, the Nameless, with this glass of "A Ticket to the Boneyard"...
:: Gallagher: ...To the dead and the dying.
;(If the player submitted Pika White Grape Soda and High Stakes)
::
:: Gallagher: Here's to you, innovator, with this glass of "Time to Murder and Create"...
:: Gallagher: ...To great vengeance.
;(If the player submitted Pika White Grape Soda and Eternal Endurance)
::
:: Gallagher: Here's to you, Trailblazer, with this glass of "Even the Wicked"...
:: Gallagher: ...To the sad truth.
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: Siobhan: Well done, Gallagher. You're not over the hill yet.
: Gallagher: So, are you satisfied?
: March 7th: The flavors... they're way more sophisticated than SoulGlad.
: Himeko: The richness and layers of these flavors are a masterpiece, especially with the adjuncts. I can taste the spicy and sour notes with a hint of sweetness...
: Himeko: I'm not entirely sure what it all means. Maybe Mr. Gallagher can shed some light on it?
: Gallagher: Well, if you're expecting a profound answer, I'm afraid I'll disappoint you.
: Gallagher: The imagery it implies is pretty straightforward... It's just a glimpse of what this dream truly tastes like. Nothing more.
: Himeko: Does this "true taste" have anything to do with that ?
: Mikhail...
: I heard this name in my dream...
: March 7th: Yeah, that name does sound familiar... When you got knocked out by that Masked Fool girl, (Trailblazer), I think I heard someone calling that name. Do you remember?
: Gallagher: ...
: Gallagher: Heh... I was right about you. You guys seem to know quite a bit, and now there's no reason to hide anything from you anymore.
: Gallagher: Let's dig deeper into the case, and of course... I'll tell you a story about .
===Listen to Gallagher's story===
: Gallagher: Alright, let's start with what we know based on the clues The Family has. It seems that Firefly isn't a local or an invited guest. In other words... she's a stowaway.
: Gallagher: She managed to fool me at first — my age must be getting the best of me. But here, on the Planet of Festivities, stowaways are a common sight. You're bound to run into one sooner or later. After the incident, the Hounds wasted no time searching for that girl in both the Dreamscape and reality.
: Gallagher: But here's the thing... We only received bad news, and the trickiest kind at that.
: Gallagher: , leaving no trace in the Dreamscape or reality, as if she had never come to Penacony at all.
: March 7th: Huh? Does that mean...
: "Death" eradicated her...
:: Gallagher: That's impossible. The problem now is not that she's dead, but that it's as if she had never existed in the first place.
: Maybe things will turn out different than what we think?
:: Gallagher: Different...? Are you suggesting that girl wasn't actually killed? Come on, aren't you a witness in this case?
: Is she a ghost!?
:: Gallagher: Haha, a clever metaphor... Um, you were making a metaphor, right?
: Gallagher: Let me be frank... This case, actually... is unlike anything the Bloodhound Family has dealt with before.
: Himeko: "Dealt with before"? So... "Death" does happen in Penacony, if I understand correctly?
: Gallagher: You've witnessed it, so there's no need to hide. Even the shiniest city has its dark side. We're all adults here, surely I don't need to explain too much to you.
: Gallagher: Confronting The Family based on that alone would be naive. Death may occur in sweet dreams — so what? Such events are highly unlikely and only affect a tiny number of people.
: Gallagher: If you really want to delve deeper into this case, you need to understand the true "problem" with The Family.
: Himeko: I guess it's time to tell the story of that "Mikhail."
: Gallagher: You're very perceptive. The Astral Express has received that music box, too, right? Do you know the secrets it holds?
: Himeko: There's a message. "...Witness the impossible in the realm of dreams, find the Legacy of the Watchmaker, Father of Penacony, and thus the answer to the question: Why does life slumber?"
: Gallagher: That's the exact wording.
: March 7th: Hey, why are you laughing... Wait, did you write it? It's quite poetic.
: Gallagher: No... but I'm the officer in charge of this case, and how could I not know?... I'm sure you must have noticed that this message didn't come from The Family. You might even have guessed that the relationship between The Family and the Watchmaker isn't as close as it seems?
: Himeko: That's just our speculation. Actually, it's hard to believe that the and its are at odds.
: Gallagher: Now I can assure you that your speculation is absolutely correct.
: Gallagher: The Family has considered the Watchmaker as an enemy for a long time, but the Hounds haven't been able to track him down, as he seems to be living only in the characters and stories he created.
: Gallagher: Let me ask you a question: Have you ever wondered why The Family allowed the Watchmaker to send out such a ridiculous message to the outside world, inviting you here and causing chaos?
: Himeko: So, you want to seize this opportunity to expose the Watchmaker?
: Gallagher: Well, now you understand why the Oak Family authorized the Nameless to assist in the investigation but kept you in the dark, right?
: Gallagher: ...Because the Watchmaker is not the legend of the Land of the Dreams at all. He's , and he's the root cause of all the anomalies in the Dreamscape.
: But what does this have to do with Mikhail?
: Gallagher: You don't get it? Well, I mean...
: Gallagher: ....
===Head to the Clock Studios Theme Park===
:
: Gallagher: Here we are, Clock Studios Theme Park, the most popular entertainment center in Penacony.
: March 7th: Wait, aren't we supposed to be discussing "The Watchmaker"? I would have expected you to take us to maybe a library or an archive room of sorts, but an amusement park...?
: Gallagher: The culture of a city reflects its history in the most authentic way. To you, it's a fun place, but to me, it's a prison for the planet's past.
: Gallagher: You know that Penacony used to be the IPC's prison planet, right? All the prisoners were brought here, helping the Garden of Recollection salvage the leaking memoria from the Macro Void...
: Gallagher: The prolonged exposure to high concentrations of memoria caused a unique phenomenon. The dreams of countless prisoners intersected and overlapped, and people started meeting each other in their dreams, living lives that were almost identical to reality.
: Gallagher: But everything has a price, and sweet dreams are no exception. In the end, the dream world was unable to alleviate the suffering of prisoners in reality. One of the prisoners broke free from the IPC's shackles and fought for freedom...
: Gallagher: ...He is , the great leader of Dreamville, the great peacemaker, and the faithful companion of the underdogs.
: So, the character "Hanu" is based on a real-life person?
: So that Clockie cartoon is actually a documentary...
: Gallagher: History is always written by the winners. However, it's undeniable that Clockie is an animation that draws from Penacony's actual history.
: Gallagher: These characters not only exist in Dreamville but also in the distant past. Once you realize this... you'll understand why we're here.
;(Obtain Achievement A Drop of the Hard Stuff)
===Enter the Clock Studios Theme Park===
: March 7th: There are so many members of the Bloodhound Family around here...
: Gallagher: They just received a lockdown order, supposedly from Sunday himself. Who knows what it's for.
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;(Approach marked location)
: Gallagher: Heh... so many of them... I've never seen anything like this, even when they're tracking down suspects.
: Can you convince them to let us in?
:: Gallagher: We don't need to go in — we don't want to draw any unwanted attention inside. We can just talk here.
: It's pretty impressive even from out here.
:: Gallagher: Well, it's a masterpiece from The Family after all. Besides the followers of the Preservation, The Family members are the best at creating mind-blowing marvels.
: Gallagher: Let's find a quiet spot and continue our conversation.
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: Gallagher: The view here is great, right? We can see everything from here...
: Gallagher: ...Including Clockie.
: Himeko: If all the characters in the animation are based on characters in reality, then Clockie's counterpart is definitely the Watchmaker.
: Himeko: In the animation, he's Hanu's partner and one of the founders of Dreamville. Does that mean the Watchmaker was personally involved in that war and sided with Asdana?
: Gallagher: It was a monumental war for freedom. Hanunue fought alongside a motley crew of Masked Fools, Nameless, History Fictionologists, Mourning Actors, Omen Vanguards... even visitors from beyond the sky. In the end, they emerged victorious.
: Gallagher: Among them was the person who would eventually be known as the Watchmaker.
: March 7th: But if you do the math... doesn't that mean the Watchmaker was around for several centuries?
: Gallagher: I'm not sure, but Mikhail was already the Watchmaker when I met him, so maybe he inherited the title.
: March 7th: ...How old are you now, Mr. Officer?
:Gallagher: ...
: Gallagher: ...I'm thirteen.
: March 7th: No way! Not even close!
: Gallagher: Hanunue freed the frontier prison, but peace still eluded him. With limited resources, threats from the outside world, and internal conflicts between major prison districts, the future of Asdana was uncertain.
: Gallagher: It wasn't until the Watchmaker approached The Family with the idea of turning the prison into the Planet of Festivities... that Penacony finally gained its name and glory.
: Himeko: Thus he became known as the Father of Penacony.
: March 7th: But didn't you say the Watchmaker betrayed The Family? And you said you were his companion, so that means you...
: Gallagher: No, I'm not his "companion," but rather one of his many "children."
: Gallagher: But I am indeed a traitor. Not to The Family, but to... Mikhail.
: Himeko: ...What did you do?
: Gallagher: I did nothing... and that's the worst betrayal of all.
: Gallagher: Just like you, I had close companions. We dedicated ourselves to Penacony, but the Oak Family... they set us up.
: Gallagher: Mikhail was too old to protect his children anymore, so we left The Family to find our own path. We were branded traitors of the Harmony, even though the true traitors were someone else.
: Gallagher: While they continue to praise the Watchmaker's name to the world, behind closed doors they condemn him on a pillar of shame.
: Gallagher: Nevertheless, we wanted to clear his name. We intended to find the real traitor, the one responsible for all this, and restore Harmony to Penacony...
: Gallagher: ...But we failed. Too much time had passed, and the Land of the Dreams had become deeply corrupted. After countless fruitless pursuits, I gave up... like a lost dog.
: Gallagher: The Family accepted me and made me an officer, supposedly as a form of forgiveness, but it was actually a punishment. Since then, I've been completely cut off from my partners... and my past. As for Mikhail...
: Gallagher: ...I heard he died in obscurity, in a place where no one could find him. That's when I realized that the Penacony I once knew would never return.
: Himeko: We're truly sorry for what happened... but this is not the end of the story, right?
: Gallagher: Hmm... Apparently, someone has inherited the title of the Watchmaker and has been secretly working against The Family all this time.
: Who could that person be?
: Is the Watchmaker an organization?
:: Gallagher: Well, that's one way to look at it. However, only one member has truly inherited the Watchmaker's title.
: Gallagher: Unfortunately, after all these years, I have no idea who that person is, or if they're even real... or just Mikhail's lost soul haunting the dreams.
: Gallagher: So, do you understand why I'm spilling all this info...? Because I believe the girl's death must be connected to the Watchmaker's Legacy, and at the end of all these mysteries...
: Gallagher: ...We will find the answers we are seeking.
: Gallagher: If it really is Mikhail's ghost, I want to meet him, if only for the last time. Those who despise me could form a line from here all the way to the entrance of the hotel, but those willing to look me in the eye and hear me out... Let's just say, there won't be many.
: Gallagher: I've told you all I know as a sign of gratitude. Thank you for listening to this old dog — bark and all.
: Gallagher: ...Hmm? Something just happened at the theme park... Now, if you'll excuse me. Good luck to all of you.
: Gallagher: How ironic. What's so different between the stowaways rejected by Penacony today and the dream seekers once hailed as pioneers several Amber Eras ago?
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: March 7th: Gallagher... does have a troubled past, it seems.
: Himeko: While Firefly's whereabouts remain a mystery, his stories shed light on our suspicions about the true identity of the Watchmaker, his connection to The Family, and the power struggles hidden behind sweet dreams and death.
: And that... The Family isn't all "united as one".
:: Himeko: Exactly. Gallagher suggests that the real traitor is someone else... probably within the Oak Family.
: And that... "Death" is related to the Watchmaker.
:: Himeko: That lines up with what we've gathered so far. Firefly got involved in this mess because of the Legacy... And now we're sure that Aventurine's accusations against Acheron are baseless.
: And that... Clockie is based on the Watchmaker.
:: March 7th: ...You're really into Clockie, huh? He's just a fictional character, not a real person!
:: Himeko: Speaking of which, that Clockie who only reveals himself to (Trailblazer) is quite intriguing... It's a shame we've never met him since then.
: That pretty much sums it up.
: Himeko: Now that we've confirmed a lot of our suspicions, let's take a moment to think about the clues we have. (Trailblazer), send a message to Welt and see how things are going on his end.
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:Switching to Acheron's POV...
:Acheron and Welt have reached an understanding, directly targeting The Family with their suspicion. What will they discover at Dewlight Pavilion?
==Trivia==
* The name of this mission is a reference to 's 
** The title of the story is taken from the verse in the of the Christian Bible: 
* The possible variations of Gallagher's special drink reference the literary works of three American crime and mystery writers:
** for drinks with Dream Syrup as the base: , , and .
** for drinks with Classic SoulGlad as the base: , , and .
** for drinks with Pika White Grape Soda as the base: , , and .
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