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You okay, dear?
Huh?
Oh, yes, just a case of deja vu, I think. Um, tell me about the Prince.
Poor little lamb seemed to like me more than their Royal Highnesses. I could always make him smile. As he grew older, he understood that it made his parents sad to see him sad... Such a sensitive boy! After that, he didn't cry anymore.
If you'd like to meet him, the church stables might be a smart place to look. Good luck! Oh, really? I'd never have known. I may have to try sometime. Thank you! Anytime, dear!
Time for wassail and festival cheer!
Wait, huh? We're still doing this? (Did I lose a day in there somewhere?)
(Sheesh, first deja vu, and now I'm getting the dates wrong. I guess time flies when you're having fun.)
(Well, now that Yuletide has passed, I think I ought to get back to work tracking down this mystery.) (It was just a fantastic theory, but Books mentioned something about suspecting an evil wizard kidnapped the princess. Perhaps I ought to head back down into the dungeons soon.) (First, to stock up on supplies!)-----------------------
Maybe I ought to try performing again. It was rather embarassing, but I think I'm a lot more confident now.
"I ain't ever gonna let you down... all you gotta do is trust me!" "I would never make you some clown, baby why won't you trust me~!"
"You give up so easily, I don't know why you can't see..." "I'm depending on you, don't let me down~!" ...Whew, I'm getting tired, but goodness if it's not fun.
Hey, Hilde. Been singing again? Yup! It's not consistent, but it pays well! What are you saving up for this time, magic classes? Actually, potions. I'm planning to head back down into the dungeon again soon. ...You say that so casually! What are you even doing down there? Well, just call me fearless, I guess. As for the other question, remember when you told me about that evil wizard that kidnapped the princess? O-oh, yeah! But, er, that's just a theory. I had heard some adventurers talk about being attacked by a mage down there and... Why are you looking into it? Just curiosity's sake, really. I... just watch yourself down there, okay? I will, don't worry. -----------------------------
If you don't mind me asking, are you planning on heading to the dungeon again soon? I am- right now in fact! Well, if you find any undead down there, please do tell us. We've sensed some unsettling disturbances recently, and there have been rumors of their howling. Can do! O-oh, but if I run into them down there, do you want me to clear them out? I think I can manage it. That's not a sin, right? Blast them as much as you like. It's what paladins do, after all. And remember, if you find any trace of what is going on down there, bring it back for us. Cool!
Aaand, that should just about cover it.
That's a lot of potions. Can never be too careful!-------------------------------
(Alright, I should be ready. Undead, evil wizards, annoying locked doors, here I come!)
(...As musty as always.)
(No, mustier than usual! Is that moving towards me?)
(Weird.)
(Well, just as dark as always...)
(Must be some sort of colony down here.) (They... they seemed a bit frightened by something though.)
*Distant howl*
(Okay, that's definitely undead.)
(Righteous! Why haven't I tried this sooner?)
(By the Bright Hymns, how did you end up back here?)
(...They're all running past me, it seems...)
*Ghostly moans*
(Time to ready myself for this. Feather, Mirror, and Candles, I'm relying on you.)
Aah! Ghosts ARE real!
Take this!
Here it comes... Hm? I thought it clawed at me?
...
By the heavens that was easy. This collar and armor really do their job.
Ah, here's the culprit already!
Agh, not you uppity goody-goodies! As if this day could go worse!
Holy fire!
Tch, evildoers these days. You think that's enough to wound me? Rrgh, damn you!
Smiting light!
...Why do I feel so bad about that?
I guess I should've shown mercy or something... Holiest lights, the rules on this sin stuff is so complicated...
...And thank you again, hairpin. Who would've guessed that these would be so easy?
Ooh, treasure.
Not looking for trouble, friend. Just slaying undead.
Come back to haunt me, have you? Begone!
Hyaah! (Smiting light, he's given me no choice!)
Malevolent Missile! Righteous Ray! Calamitous Cross Beam! (Hrgh, his magic has some power behind it!)
(Good thing I brought these!)
Cheater! This was a duel! Does it look like I care? You attacked me!
Smiting strike! Ah... ahaha... ....I guess you were the real deal... finally... caught up... What? Hope... they treated you...*Fades away into ashes*
Wha...? Hold on, I didn't do that! Why did he...? ... And... what was that at the end? (Huh... this ring...?)
(Whose...?) (Does this belong to the princess? Is she around her somewhere?)
Out of my way, door.
Saints above! What in the-
Easy enough... But could that have been her? N-no, she'd have to be alive, right?
This stone... it's imbued with dark magic. It must have been set here to promote the growth of the undead. The Church would want to see this.
More undead?
They can't harm me at least. 
Okay, I'm not sure how any of these would be related. I hope these aren't human bones...
Be at peace, corrupted soul!
And you as well! (Ugh... they're everywhere.)
(Might as well chug these. They're bitter, but I'm spent. I'd be a sitting duck.)
They're everywhere!
More of you? Aw, damn. Well, this is it for me. Regretting your career decision now? It's not what I wanted to do anyways. I wanted to be a pet groomer! Really? Yeah! Then this bad friend of mine roped me into this for some cash, and now here I am! Listen, lady, I'm sorry about all of this- You're not planning on just doing this some more are you? Hell no! I haven't slept right in weeks! Here, take all these dark charms and stuff- burn 'em or whatever is you people do. Tell my "friend" he can go screw himself! ...Might be a bit late for that. ...He had it coming. And I'm going. H-hold on, I'm placing you under arrest! Uh, holy arrest! I have to make sure you're good on your word. Fair enough.
(I mostly just want out of here anyhow.)
And who is this cretin? Rude, dude. Rude. A user of the dark arts. He'll have to answer to the church, I'm afraid. Former user, I swear! I can pass through the barrier, see? Whatever, not part of our jurisdiction. Oh, and before I forget, I found this ring while I was fighting the undead down there. Some wizard had it on him. Gods above! That's the princess's ring! It is? Yes! You, what is your name, Pink Paladin? (Pink Paladin?) Uh, er, it's Hildegun. Their Majesties shall know of this and we shall renew the search! (Well, at least I got that clarified.) (...Though he did take the ring.)----------------------------
We don't have rules on this, you know. I- I didn't know! I suppose we'll make sure he works away his sin though. (Speaking of, I need to as well.)
(Was that wizard driven mad by the darkness down there, or was there something to what he said? I guess I'll never know...)----------------------------
(I suppose it's both!) Hey, Hilde, how's it been?
They call you the Cute Knight now, can you believe it? Well, that sure is a step up from being mistaken for a cosplayer. (Though, how they got from "Pink Paladin" to that, I don't know...) (Although, I'm still not actually part of the Paladin Order, so I guess I am one.) The whole town's talking about it now as well. And, um...
Well, I don't know if you can really call them adventures. I still haven't done anything much. It's not like I've slain any dragons or repelled massive onslaughts of enemies. You're too modest for your own good! They say that the undead, let alone anything else, can hardly touch you, and that you found the princess's ring! I don't know if it's actually hers, but the guard really seemed to think so. Well, can you tell me about what it's like to just be there? Sneaking through dark passage, uncovering treasures... You were down there for so long! You have to be able to tell me something! Stop being so cool about it, brag a bit! C'mon! I don't do much sneaking, really, but if you want to know this badly, by all means.
Wow, that's so exciting! You can just walk past the monsters down there? Yep! Really comes in handy to save my magical reserves for more pressing matters. ...I guess I've just gotten used to it all though. The only thing that really gets the adrenaline going these days is the rare fights like that wizard. Nothing else feels that dangerous. I still can't believe I was right! I can't believe you weren't going to tell me about that! N-no, I was, it's just... I still can't help but think I was missing something there... ...Say, what's with all the sudden, specific interest in what goes on down there? Planning on writing a book or something? Well, not a book...
Could you... teach me? Teach you? To be an adventurer, like you!
I mean, they don't really have classes on this stuff at the university. Magical knowledge aside, this is all just me learning as I go. Even better! (Also, shy? She's never seemed that shy to me.) (Though, I suppose most of the time we've been out, she was drunk, so...)
I understand if you're busy... Huh? Oh, no, we can start tomorrow if you want. I'm taking a break from the dungeons for a little while anyways. Perfect! Finally, yes!----------------------------
Well, first we can work on how to hold your weapon. ...Weapon? I mean, you've gotta have something to defend yourself with. The store's got plenty, for some reason.
Hm...
I'm in good with the lady there anyways, I'm sure she's got one of good quality.--------------------
You certainly made a name for yourself out there. Huh? Oh, I guess I did. Tch, figures the best apprentice I'd ever find would be off doing other stuff. Aw, I'm sure someone else will come along. It's not like I'm gone forever. Besides, didn't you say you used to want to do other stuff in life? True enough. Anyway, here you are, the best we have.----------------------------
Yep! Here you are.
...Uh... ...What's up? I, er, kinda don't fight with my staff anymore. It's all magic now, really. Oh... I guess I do remember some stuff, though. I wasn't particularly good at any of it, but if that's a problem, I'm pretty sure there's a quarterstaff guide in here somewhere.
The thing being, most creatures will still stay away from a weapon even if it's not sharp. The more wild things might not care though. You might at least be able to distract them into biting it and not you. Okay, got it! This should really help while I'm down there.
"The power of quicksilver in this necklace will make your body as swift as your thoughts." Or, you know, that's what they say, at least. Oh, I appreciate the thought, but shouldn't you keep it? If you're going to try adventuring yourself, I mean. That's... that's a good point, but, uh, take it anyways, okay? It's, er, thanks... for helping me so much. Oh, you're welcome! I'll keep the place under control while you're gone, okay? Y-yeah, thanks. (I wonder why she's so nervous?)
(What's this inscription...?) (...Oh.) (Might've misread the situation there. I had no idea...)
(But, this also means...)
(Don't get me wrong, I don't mind the work, but I suppose it makes me realize how much I've grown accustomed to adventuring now.) (Speaking of, I wonder how her adventures are going?)
Oh, hey! How'd it go?
I couldn't watch both ratmen at the same time. If I hit one, the other would bite me... So I lost... Ah, that sucks. It's the worst when they just start flooding in like that. I'm glad to see you're back safe at least. Here, let me help you clean some of those cuts. I know some first aid. Ah, uh... thanks. That'd be nice. ...How was it here? Nothing really happened, honestly. Sounds about right. ...Um....
I think-
-well, that's not-
I-
... Oh, s-sorry, I got a bit carried away... I didn't mean to interrupt you. It's okay- I'd love to have you with me.
Wait, your real name is Lisa? Um, yeah. I never told you? Not that I can remember, no. It's just been Books. That's actually my last name. Lisa Books. No middle name? ...Lisa Reed Books. ... Yeah. So, yeah, um, don't tell anyone else. Don't worry, I won't. I don't have a name aside from Hildegun, so does this make me Hildegun Books now? I guess so... .... .... Uh, we should probably get back to fighting this undead horde. They're really rather sluggish and all but.... R-right, priorities.----------------------------
"But a set of questions would linger at the back of her mind until her final hour..." "...Where was her real family? Who were her parents, and why was she left at that orphanage?" "Will this question ever be answered? Only time will tell..."
