Xiao

Xiao is the treasurer and assistant to the Mayor of Moonbury. He manages the main desk and Community Board at Town Hall.

## Appearance

Xiao is a tall thin man with short black hair and calm dark brown eyes. He wears a black suit coat with silver buttons, black suit pants, and brown dress shoes. Under his coat he wears a pale grey-blue shirt with a long brown tie.

## Residence

Xiao lives in a small square house with a pale red roof with a chimney and small tower. The house has slightly curved beams which have red paper lanterns hanging from it, and red diamond charms are stuck on the wall and door. His house is located directly below Moonbury Beach.

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## Background

### Journal Notes

Four pages of background are recorded in the journal in-game. The first page is unlocked after officially meeting this character, while the remaining three pages are unlocked by increasing Friendship with them. The fourth level and journal page relate to Romance for this character.

1/4
**Page 1**: *Xiao is a calm, thoughtful and rational man who always takes a logical approach to solving problems.*
*He works under Myer as Moonbury's treasurer, and when off-duty, he tutors Rue at Myer's request. As one of the busiest men in town, he rarely takes any time for himself.*

**Page 2**: *Being a tutor sometimes tests Xiao's patience, especially when it comes to Rue, who isn't always too keen to read and learn.*
*Luckily, [the Chemist] is there for him, and thanks to Lucke's book collection, Rue's interest in reading is coming back.*

**Page 3**: *The whole Town Hall is full of Rue's books, so Myer asks Xiao to bring all of her books back to his home.*
*[The Chemist] decides to help Xiao carry some of the books, which strengthens their bond.*

**Page 4**: *Because Xiao has been busy working lately, Myer has given Xiao a free pass as a token of his appreciation.*
*Xiao decided to share the free pass with [the Chemist].*
*Together, they had a really fun night of gaming in the Arcade Centre.*

### Friendship Quests

A Friendship Quest is initiated for each bar of Friendship that is completely filled with green. Their friendship level will be locked and cannot be increased until the quest is completed.

*Lucke has given [the Chemist] some books that he thinks might be of interest. Xiao will be delighted.*
 Second Quest
Enter Town Hall between 8:00-15:00 (Mon-Sat)
 Third Quest
Enter Town Hall (1F) between 8:00-15:00 (Mon-Sat)
 Fourth Quest (Romance)

### Event Gallery

Bulletin Post for Friendship Quest 1Bulletin Post for Friendship Quest 2Bulletin Post for Friendship Quest 2Xiao's Max Friendship Tarot Card
### Romance

This character is a Romance candidate, which means they can be dated. After completing the third Friendship Quest, you can gift Xiao a Moon Brooch, which will trigger a confession cutscene with Xiao.

He wonders if the Chemist believes in superstition because of the Tarot reading from Helene. He then clarifies it's a joke and that the Chemist should relax more often, which the chemist throws back at Xiao. He then states that he wants to cook something for the chemist, and makes a meal based on his grandmother's recipe.

After the completion of the fourth quest "Rekindled Memories", the Dating option will appear (two red wine glasses) when interacting with Xiao. Each date initiates a cutscene, and will not take any time out of the day. You can go on a date with him once per day to any of the following date locations:

* Moonbury Cliff
* Willow Waters Bathhouse
* Arcade Centre

## Schedule

 7:00
 19:00
 20:10
 23:50

 7:00
 23:40
 1:10

 7:00
 19:00
 20:20
 0:00
 1:40

 7:00
 19:00
 20:30

 7:00
 17:10
 17:40
 22:20
 23:40

 7:00
 20:10
 23:50

 9:10
 20:00
 22:00
 23:20

## Dialogue

### Villager Conversations

**Xiao**: I'm doing that as we speak, Myer.
Myer: Okay, report back to me when you've finished it.

Rue: I...I'm sorry. I don't really get it...
**Xiao**: Oh...Alright. I'll explain it to you once more. But pay more attention this time.
Rue: See? It's nice to enjoy the outdoors.
**Xiao**: Next time, we study here. What do you say?
Rue: Yes, it is. And it'd be much better if we went out to explore the world and...
**Xiao**: Stop, it Rue. I know what you're trying to do. Your father would kill me.

### Chemist Conversations

When interacting with the character, the Chemist can talk to them. Depending on Trust and Friendship level there will be different things this character will say to the Chemist.

**No Trust**

* "Please be more diligent in your duties as our chemist!"

**Friendship Level 1**

* "Good day, Chemist."
* "How does working in this small town compare to life in the capital?"
* "Everyone is doing their best for this town. I'm grateful that I'm not alone."

**Friendship Level 2**

**Friendship Level 3**

* "I often used to go to the Arcade when I was a kid, but my parents never liked it. They wanted me to study and study. I haven't visited the Arcade since."
* "How's the job going, [Chemist]? I always see you working hard. I'm very impressed with you."
* "We should spend more time together. I'd like to get to know you better. Your journey is very inspiring. I could learn a lot about diligence from you."

**Friendship Level 4 (Romance)**

* "I've got a question for you. When you get sick, who exactly is going to help you? I know a bit about traditional healing methods. You can find me if need be."
* "I've been reading this book lately. The man is willing to die for his love. It sounds irrational, but after I finally found you, I'd do the same."
* "Sometimes I think it must be great to have some leisure time. Doing what I like, spending time with people I care about. I'll definitely ask you out for dinner if I get chance."
* When gifted Moon Cloves: "Giving me all these presents... you are really very kind."