Luofu Myths: Haunted House

Luofu Myths: Haunted House is an Adventure Mission from the A Foxian Tale of the Haunted event. It begins after accepting the "Weird stuff keeps happening in haunted house" Investigation Assignment in A Foxian Tale of the Haunted: Ghostly Grove.
==Steps==
# Head to the Alchemy Commission and find the poster
# Speak with the poster
# Speak with Guinaifen and prepare to enter the haunted residence
# Investigate the odd billboard
# Investigate the abnormally posted wanted poster
# Investigate the haunted residence's secrets and continue onward
# Go through the locked gate and continue
# Open the safe and take out the deed
# Give the deed to the landlord
# Cast the heliobus into the suppression tower
==Dialogue==
===Head to the Alchemy Commission and find the poster===
:Guinaifen: A haunted house... A ghost... I can already smell our followers increasing!
:Sushang: ...This must be the work of a heliobus?
:Huohuo: Yes, I imagine so.
: We're not ruling out the chance that it's a fraud...?
::Guinaifen: ...(Trailblazer) is right. We'll need to visit personally to reach a proper conclusion.
: There's no doubt about it. It's a heliobus!
::Guinaifen: It's so hard to tell what's true and what's not on the network... We should go and visit before reaching a conclusion.
:Sushang: So, will you go, Huohuo?
:Huohuo: I've found some clues that may be linked to Tail on another post. I want to go and confirm for myself...
:Sushang: You go and do what you need, Huohuo. Little Gui, (Trailblazer), and I will go to the haunted house!
: Don't worry. We're on it.
::Guinaifen: Make sure you tell us if you come across any trouble, Huohuo.
: ...I actually want to find Tail more.
::Huohuo: I'm not actually sure if these messages are reliable, so I don't want to trouble you all...
::Guinaifen: Huohuo, make sure you tell us if you come across any trouble!
:Sushang: After all, it's not the ghost-hunting squad without any of us, right?
:Huohuo: ...Thank you.
:Guinaifen: I've messaged the person who made the post, and he has sent me an address. Alright, ghost-hunting squad, let's move out!
: Move out!
===Speak with the poster===
;(Approach marked location)
:Guinaifen: This is the meeting place. That must be the person who made the post?
;(Talk to Renault)
:Unfamiliar Man: ...You're finally here. It's me, and I am the landlord of the haunted house. Just call me Renault.
:Guinaifen: Woo, let's go! It's time to investigate your haunted house!
:Renault: Wait a minute. Where is your Ten-Lords member?
:Sushang: We may not be members of the Ten-Lords, but we're all pretty capable! Is there something that you cannot tell us?
:Renault: It's not that I am looking down on you. It's just that there are so many strange stories on the Ghostly Grove, and so many of them are just baseless made-up stories... But this time, I've met the real thing!
:Renault: Without the assistance of the Ten-Lords Commission, I fear that you alone may not be of any use.
: We've dealt with the real thing before, too!
: If you ask me, the Ten-Lords Commission aren't all they're cracked up to be.
::Renault: You talk big, .
: For all we know, you're the one making up stories.
::Renault: Hey! You still don't believe me?
:Renault: Fine. There are some things that I did not mention in my original post. You'll understand once I explain.
:Renault: At first, this was just a property that I bought at a low price, thinking I'd gotten myself a steal. But, after they sold me the property, I never heard from the previous owner again. It was later that I learned that every prior landlord had met with an unfortunate end.
:Renault: I never used to believe in "haunted houses" or things like that... But, ever since I moved in, I've developed a cough and it was difficult for me to even breathe sometimes. It's starting to make me nervous.
:Renault: After some time, I found a geomantic master. He checked his compass and said that: "Though there are windows and pavilions, there is no flow of yang energy. The courtyard walls do not foster a growth of wealth. There is sickness to the east and the population to the west lacks harmony in community. The four directions are not favorable and the five elements clash..."
:Renault: "What's more, this house has a long history and all residents have met with ruin. Spiritfarers are frequently called, yet the spirits of the aggrieved dead linger. My advice: Move out within three days, or you will fall gravely ill and tragedy will befall you."
: Are you sure this geomantic master isn't just a con man?
::Renault: Once you're inside, you will know that the master was telling the truth.
: We decide our fates, not the heavens. You should continue living there.
::Renault: What do you mean? Continue living there!? If I hadn't moved out when I did, I'd have fallen into mara-struck long ago!
:Renault: Even though I don't want this busted house anymore, it is still a personal asset. I'd like to sell it no matter the price. If you're going to investigate the haunted house, there's something I'd like to ask you.
: I knew it. Well, what is it?
: Who could you even sell this rickety haunted house to?
::Renault: Well, whether I can sell it or not depends on the results of your investigation, does it not?
: Little Gui, I think we should just head back.
::Guinaifen: Wait! "Haunted house investigation" is perfect material. We can't miss out on this!
:Renault: While you are investigating the haunted house, could you help me find the ? I won't be able to sell it without...
:Renault: If you do that, then I'll allow you to visit the haunted house. What do you think?
:Guinaifen: Easy enough! Leave it to us!
:Sushang: ...I really don't know where this baffling self-confidence of yours comes from.
===Speak with Guinaifen and prepare to enter the haunted residence===
;(Talk to Renault, optional)
:Renault: I was worried I would lose the deed, so I put it in a safe. I know you can find it. I'm counting on you!
;(Talk to Sushang, optional)
:Sushang: A haunted house... I hope the paper talisman Huohuo gave us works...
;(Talk to Guinaifen)
:Guinaifen: Well? Shall we head on over?
: Let's!
::Sushang: ...I—I'm ready.
::Guinaifen: Let's go!
:;(Enter Exploratory Excursion Haunted House)
: Hold on a sec. I'm not ready yet.
===Investigate the odd billboard===
:Sushang: This... Isn't this place exactly the same as the "heliobus labyrinth" that we encountered before? So creepy...
:Guinaifen: Ah, there is limited resource on the The Xianzhou Luofu, I just had to piece things together with a blueprint of a similar house.
:Sushang: ...That must be the haunted house up ahead.
: So we're staying here tonight? Good night!
::Guinaifen: Wait. I'm not stupid enough to spend the night in a haunted house!
: I thought we would be able to look around inside...
::Guinaifen: The owner said that when he was moving out, the house was cleared out and locked shut. The deed should be in a safe somewhere.
: This isn't as scary as I imagined...
::Guinaifen: This is a Luofu model house. How scary can it be?
:Guinaifen: Either way, we need to find the deed and investigate the truth behind this heliobus while we're at it. Two birds, one stone. Then, we'll put up a "haunted house investigation" post and rake in the followers!
:Sushang: You make it all sound so easy! I'm a little concerned... Come to think of it, don't you think that advertisement board over there is a little out of place?
: Is this something that should be in a civilian home?
::Guinaifen: ...Nope.
::Sushang: Come on. Let's go take a look.
: See what we can find out...
::Guinaifen: ...No time to waste. Let's go now.
;(Investigate the odd billboard)
: Investigate
: An advertisement board that looks a little out of place. No one would have something like this in their house.
: (Investigate closely)
:Just as you move closer to inspect, the advertisement board suddenly flips over, like it's come to life.
: Woah, there's a wanted poster for Kafka!
: Given that some time passed since the "Ambrosial Arbor" incident, the Luofu should have already removed the wanted notice for the Stellaron Hunters. However, grassroots-level work can be slow, and you may still see Kafka's wanted poster on the streets.
: However, a wanted poster for Kafka appearing here, in the courtyard of an apparent haunted house, should raise some caution among you and your companions due to its unexpected nature.
: It shouldn't be here. You should probably get closer and take a look.
===Investigate the abnormally posted wanted poster===
;(Investigate the abnormally posted wanted poster)
: Investigate
: (Touch it)
: (Get closer)
: Who would have expected this?
: ...Your first thought right now is...?
: This must be a clue about the haunted house!
:: That's right.
: Cool! Are there any more?
:: Sorry, not enough have been produced.
: What about a wanted poster for Blade?
:: No way!
: I want to tear it down!
:: ...Stop.
: She is beautiful.
:: Correct, but now is not the time to be saying such things.
: *Crash*
: 
: A strangely-colored stone falls down before your eyes, as if someone had notice you looking at the wanted poster.
: There is no one around. Just where did this come from? As you pick it up, you realize that this is probably an important clue.
: At that moment, you hear a ghostly voice coming from behind you, like an echo that directly imprints into your brain.
:Some Kind of Ruffling Sound: ...Save... Me...
:Some Kind of Ruffling Sound: ...It's... so dark. I... I don't want to be trapped here...
:Some Kind of Ruffling Sound: Please find me... This magnetic stone... Is the first clue...
:Some Kind of Ruffling Sound: Bring it... Come and fine me... Come and... save me...
: The weakened voice comes to an abrupt halt.
:Guinaifen: ...Did you hear that? It was a vengeful spirit!
: I thought only I could hear it...
: I heard it. I suddenly don't really want to rescue them.
:Sushang: W—What do you mean by a vengeful spirit? That was obviously a heliobus, right?
:Guinaifen: Ah, yes, yes! It looks like all of the clues are hidden in this residence. All we need to do is find the heliobus, and all these problems will be solved.
:Sushang: This magnetic stone must have some use. Take it for now.
;(Obtain )
===Investigate the haunted residence's secrets and continue onward===
:(Trailblazer): (There's no time to waste. Let's take a look around for any clues around here...)
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;(Talk to Guinaifen and Sushang, optional)
:Sushang: What is this magnet used for?
:Guinaifen: It must be for finding hidden metal items? Let's give it a try.
;(Investigate the stone monument)
: Investigate
: A heavy stone. It looks like it is engraved with some kind of script, but it is hard to make out. Maybe if you could use , you may be able to copy the inscription and read it?
: (Try using an item)
:; (Upon not having the key item)
:: (Trailblazer): (Something doesn't seem right. Have another think about what to do.)
: (Give up)
;(Investigate the shelf)
: Investigate
: A shelf. Immovable, reliable, and stable.
;(Investigate the box next to the shelf)
: Investigate
: 
: It's a broken Cloud Knights' devastator glaive. It is extremely sharp, so you decide to take it with you in case it comes in handy.
;(Obtain )
;(Investigate the bush)
: Investigate
: A plant. There's nothing out of the ordinary.
;(Investigate the box on the left of the door)
: Investigate
: A broken box that is hard to move due to its weight. The lock is corroded, and there is a hole the size of a fist on the topside. It looks like there is something metallic inside. Perhaps there is a way to get the item out from the box...
: If you use a strongly , you may be able to remove the item from the box.
: (Try using an item)
:; (Upon not having the key item/use the wrong item)
:: (Trailblazer): (Something doesn't seem right. Have another think about what to do.)
:;(Select )
:: With the magnetic stone placed near the base of the box, you heard the metallic item cling to the side of it. You guide the item to the missing hole in the top and extracted it.
;(Obtain )
: (Give up)
;(Investigate the door)
: Investigate
: A door that is sealed shut, it requires a key to open.
: (Try using an item)
:; (Upon not having the key item/use the wrong item)
:: (Trailblazer): (Something doesn't seem right. Have another think about what to do.)
:;(Select )
:: You easily open the courtyard door and the key broke off in the lock... Let's just leave that there.
: (Give up)
===Go through the locked gate and continue===
;(Talk to Guinaifen and Sushang, optional)
:Sushang: ...A fragment of the Cloud Knights' devastator glaive? That could be used as a paper cutter.
:Guinaifen: That's really gonna hurt your hands.
;(Investigate the bush)
: Investigate
: 
: An old bell. It looks like an item used to call a small animal. Let's take it, it may come in handy later.
;(Obtain )
;(Investigate the box)
: Investigate
: 
: A broken courier package. The sealing tape seems very strong. Wonder if there's a way to open it?
: (Try using an item)
:;(Upon not having the key item/use the wrong item)
:: (Trailblazer): (Something doesn't seem right. Have another think about what to do.)
:;(Select )
:: The broken Cloud Knights' devastator glaive easily tears through the packing tape, and you obtain a key from the various items inside.
;Obtain 
: (Give up)
;(Investigate the box that has a cloth covering it)
: Investigate
: A discarded food box. The food inside seems to have been prepared very recently.
: Remove the food from inside.
: You remove all of the food items from within and make it into something that "looks like a rice ball." Is there a hungry someone in this courtyard in need of this?
;Obtain 
;(Talk to Guinaifen again, optional)
:Guinaifen: Let's investigate the area again. We must have missed some clues.
;(Investigate the door)
: Investigate
: A door that is sealed shut, it requires a key to open.
: (Try using an item)
:;(Upon not having the key item/use the wrong item)
:: (Trailblazer): (Something doesn't seem right. Have another think about what to do.)
:;(Select )
:: You easily open the courtyard door and the key broke off in the lock... Let's just leave that there.
: (Give up)
===Open the safe and take out the deed===
;(Talk to Guinaifen and Sushang, optional)
:Sushang: There's definitely something not right about that courier package that making noises...
:Guinaifen: If we can open it, I'm sure there's something good in there.
:Sushang: ...If you want it to come closer, why don't you try using a bell or something?
;(Investigate the bird cage)
: Investigate
: A bird cage. Its captive has long left.
;(Investigate the table on the left)
: Investigate
: A teapot. No tea leaves, no water, no tea.
;(Investigate the zither)
: Investigate
: Seems like a broken musical instrument that can no longer make any sound. Leave it aside.
;(Investigate the pile of box)
: Investigate
: A courier package that is making a growling sound. The package is out of reach. Maybe you can use to lure it closer?
: (Try using an item)
:; (Upon not having the key item/use the wrong item)
:: (Trailblazer): (Something doesn't seem right. Have another think about what to do.)
:;(Select )
:: You ring the bell and it looks like the courier package moved closer.
: (Give up)
;(Investigate the small box)
: Investigate
: A courier package that is making a growling sound. It sounds like there is a small hungry creature in there waiting to be fed. Throw it some food or it won't let you open the courier package.
:Critter in a Box: Meow, meow...
:Critter in a Box: Woof, woof...
:Critter in a Box: Awooo, awooo...
: Growl, growl...
::Critter in a Box: Eeep, eeep...
:;(Upon not having the key item/use the wrong item)
:: (Trailblazer): (Something doesn't seem right. Have another think about what to do.)
:;(Select )
:: You place the square rice ball to one side and, in the blink of an eye, a shadow seems to burst out of the package, snap up the rice ball, and let out a low growl... What on earth is in that box?
:: Then, it seems like an invisible monster crawls out from the box and shuffles along the wall, leaving... hand prints?
:: Follow it and see.
: (Give up)
;(Investigate the location where the hand lead)
: Investigate
: The strange hand prints remain. Upon closer inspection, there is scrapped rubbing paper hidden around here.
;Obtain 
;(Investigate the safe in the middle of the courtyard)
: Investigate
: An exquisite safe that looks to be holding precious items. There is a note attached. It seems to be reminding the owner of the password. Let's try inputting the password...
: The note says "the safe's password is 'T.'" There is no "T" on the lock. So, "T" must represent a series of digits? You will need to find clues to prove this.
: Now, to enter the password...
: (Enter the password)
:: You have no idea what it could be. Perhaps there are clues around?
: (Give up)
;(Investigate the stone monument again)
: Investigate
: A heavy stone. It looks like it is engraved with some kind of script, but it is hard to make out. Maybe if you could use , you may be able to copy the inscription and read it?
: (Try using an item)
:;(Select )
:: You flick through a few pages of unused rubbing paper and place it on the stone, and carefully rub on the message on the stone.
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:
:: To my unfamiliar friend,I trust that you've come for my safe. However, before that, I believe you should become aware of what had transpired within this residence.As an outworlder burdened with a gravely ill wife, I invested a considerable sum to acquire this property near the Alchemy Commission. I have resided here for quite some time and have encountered numerous inexplicable phenomena. Whispers seem to emanate from the corners, an unexplainable chill occasionally fills the air, and my furniture would move on its own.These occurrences led me to experience severe nervous breakdowns, succumbing to overwhelming despair. Just as I nearly listed my home for sale, a real estate agent tormented me too. He inquired, "Is your house haunted? A haunted property like this won't fetch a high price. Selling it to me at a reduced rate would be your best option." However, I never disclosed the haunted nature of my home to him... If you are perceptive enough, you might have discerned the true reason behind its "haunting."I don't do things like other people. Upon discovering the truth, I resolved to seek retribution. I place the deed within the safe, refraining from selling to anyone and let that agent wonder about the place for all eternity. I shall depart from the Xianzhou for good, ensuring that he never gains possession of this abode.If you, my unfamiliar friend, wish to unlock the safe, you must solve the puzzle I have left behind!The combination to the safe is written on a note affixed to its surface. Enter the correct combination, and you shall discover the surprise I have prepared for you.Yours most sincerely,Renault
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:: Obtain 
: (Give up)
;(Approach the room with the safe)
:Sushang: Looks like we've found everything we need.
:Guinaifen: Let's look at the clues... So if "M" is 71839, "N" is 7193 and "V" is 183... What is "T"?
:Sushang: This is so tough... (Trailblazer), why not try drawing them with your hands? "M" is like this, and "N" is like that...
:Guinaifen: What does this have to do with the numbers in a nine-square grid?
: You're being too abstract!
: Let me think.
:Guinaifen: ...The deed is likely held inside the safe. Please, (Trailblazer), we're counting on you.
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;(Investigate the safe in the middle of the courtyard again)
: Investigate
: An exquisite safe that looks to be holding precious items. There is a note attached. It seems to be reminding the owner of the password. Let's try inputting the password...
: The note says "the safe's password is 'T.'" There is no "T" on the lock. So, "T" must represent a series of digits? You will need to find clues to prove this.
: Now, to enter the password...
: (Enter the password)
:: "M" is 71839, "N" is 7193, "V" is 183... You have the clue for the password: The safe password is 'T.'" So, do you have an idea?
:: Start from "1"...
:: Start from "4"...
:: Start from "7"...
:: Start from "0"...
::: Sorry, this safe has no "0".
::; (Return to the courtyard)
:: Enter (1/4/7)...
:: ..."1"...
:: ..."2"...
:: ..."3"...
:: ..."4"...
:: ..."5"...
:: Enter (1/4/7) (1/2/3/4/5)...
:: ..."2"...
:: ..."4"...
:: ..."6"...
:: ..."8"...
:: ..."0"...
:;(If the player enters the wrong password)
:: That doesn't seem right. You'll have to try again...
:;(If the player enters the wrong password 3 times)
:: (Why not get Sushang to give the password a try?)
:: From what you know of Sushang, she is a good young girl, but she struggles with studies. By this logic, it makes sense that a brainteaser like this would bring her wit's end.
:: But, there is a phrase on the Xianzhou: "Enough random punches can kill a grandmaster," meaning sometimes it is possible to win through pure chaos that defies normal logic. Perhaps this is the "ace up her sleeve."
:: Well, will you ask Sushang?
:: (Silently look over to Sushang)
:::Sushang: Ah, I get it, you want me to have a try! Alright... let's give it a shot!
:::Sushang: These... Strange characters, I have no idea what they mean. However, looking at their shapes, "M" is 71839 if we're going by a single strokes, "N" is 7193, and "V" is 183...
:::Sushang: Then, "T"... That doesn't seem like it can be written with one stroke.
:::Sushang: Then I guess we'll use two. 1, 3, 2, 8.
:::Sushang: Ah, it opened!
:::Guinaifen: Seriously? The password is the stroke order for "T" on a nine-square grid?
::: Seriously?!
::: What a dull password!
:::Sushang: Don't worry about that. It's open, isn't it?
:: (Keep your head buried and find the answer yourself)
:;(If the player enters 1, 3, 2)
:: You've guessed "1", "3", "2" and "8" so far. The password must be the stroke order for the letter "T" on a nine-square grid.
: (Give up)
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: You successfully open the safe and, alongside the deed, there is something you never expected to see... A heliobus.
:Tired Heliobus: ...You... You finally... came...
:Tired Heliobus: Blasted humans... Cursed humans! How dare you do this to me!
;(Begin battle against , )
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;(After the battle)
:Burnie: Stop, I can be reasonable... Finally, a living person for me to breath the sweet scent of life. Let me catch my breath first.
:Burnie: What is wrong with all of you? You think these kinds of terrifying tricks are funny? You almost scared me to death!
: Wait! Isn't the haunting caused by heliobi?
::Burnie: Who told you that? Aren't humans the ones who make houses haunted? Seriously.
: Do heliobi get scared?
::Burnie: Why shouldn't a heliobus get scared? It's dark and creepy in here. It's terrifying!
:Sushang: Ah, we heard from the landlord, Renault, that this place is haunted, so we came to investigate!
:Burnie: ...Oh. Renault, the landlord. Wait. You're talking about... Renault?
:Guinaifen: He said his name was Renault.
:Burnie: The owner of this house was indeed Renault, and he was a short-life species, who died a century ago. So, the person you actually saw was...
: Renault's ghost!
::Guinaifen: Sushang, hey! Sushang... Wake up!
::Sushang: I, I—I'm awake!
: It's an imposter Renault!
::Guinaifen: That's right. The truth is just that boring.
:Burnie: I've had enough here. You lot, get me in that gourd and get me out of here. Take me somewhere with some life and yang energy!
: If I call your name, do you dare to respond?
::Burnie: My name is Burnie. Hurry and claim me!
: I'm taking you right now.
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:Sushang: So... What's the deal with that Renault?
:Guinaifen: Look at this picture. Isn't this the same one that's on the deed?
:Sushang: Ah! I saw that by accident, and I didn't mean to see that... That is indeed the same person. The name on the deed is "Renault" and he was an outworlder!
:Sushang: So... Who is that "Renault" that we met before?
:Guinaifen: ...I think I have an idea. Come on. Let's go back and see that "landlord".
; Obtain , 
;(Challenge completed)
:;(Obtain , , , )
===Give the deed to the landlord===
;(Talk to Renault)
:Renault: You're back! Well, did you find my deed?
; (Submit )
:Guinaifen: Wait, how about we test you a little about who exactly is the owner of the household written on the deed?
:Renault: ...I-is... Is it not Renault?
:Sushang: So, you are Renault?
:Renault: ...Yeah! I told you that before. I am Renault.
:Guinaifen: Wrong. Renault was a short-life species that passed away a century ago. It says right here on the deed! You are not the real Renault!
:Renault: ...W—What?
: You faked the haunting!
: You were the one that chased out the real landlord of that haunted house.
:Guinaifen: We found a picture of Renault and his family. Which one of these is you?
:Guinaifen: We also found messages left behind by Renault. His family recorded multiple "supernatural incidents" encountered. In the end, these "hauntings" forced them to sell the place and move out of here.
:Guinaifen: Just when you thought that no one would know who this outworlder was, you tried to sell off his property. But, realizing this "haunted house" really was haunted, you got scared...
:Sushang: So, you contacted us on Ghostly Grove, hoping that the Ten-Lords Commission could help drive away these ghosts for you.
:Renault: ...
:Sushang: We have all the evidence here. I am a Cloud Knight, and I'll be taking you with me to the Realm-Keeping Commission.
:Renault: ...Curses, curse you!
:Now the truth behind the haunted house has come to light. The rest is for the Realm-Keeping Commission to handle.
:Sushang: I have already explained the situation to the Realm-Keeping Commission. I'm sure they will be able to handle this.
:Guinaifen: Let's go back to Fyxestroll Garden. We can put this unfortunate heliobus in the suppression tower.
===Cast the heliobus into the suppression tower===
:Guinaifen: I never thought the results of our "haunted house investigation" would be that it wasn't "haunted" at all...
:Guinaifen: ...Although, that doesn't stop us from posting an update on Ghostly Grove.
;(Opens A Foxian Tale of the Haunted: Ghostly Grove)
: BREAKING NEWS
::The Cabin in the Mist!
: Mythopedia
::Debunking the Haunted House. No more Fake News!
: Hottest Scoops
::New Horror Immersia Marketing Ploy?
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:Guinaifen: ...I never thought someone would do something as despicable as faking a "haunting" to scare someone off and sell their assets for profit!
:Guinaifen: We have a saying in my homeworld: "Sometimes men's hearts are even darker than demons'." Seeing how scared that heliobus was, I've finally truly understood this phrase.
:Guinaifen: ...Even though we found out the truth behind the haunted house, I feel a little unsatisfied.
:Guinaifen: Well, let's leave it there. I've got things to do. See you later~
;(Mission completed)
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