After that... The small scorpions persistently chased us, but we managed to fend them off and retreated safely to the train. It was also fortunate that the giant scorpion was apparently unable to pursue us because the golden buildings growing around it were in its way. |
Acapulco |
"- Pwah, I'm back to life no♪" |
Although there was not much water left in the Train, I did not hesitate to give it all away and offered it to the sisters who inherited the Mermaid Blood. That even included water unsuitable for human consumption, I've boiled that into tea so that it's drinkable for them, and for the time being there was no danger of them being immobile due to dehydration. |
Alexandra |
"But we're in the middle of the desert, so there's no water supply anywhere, and it's a headache to think about the way back. I don't wanna be discovered a millennia from now as a dried corpse alongside Conductor dead on the Train." |
Conductor |
The SSS headquarters are aware of our mission, so if we don't come back, a search party will be dispatched. However we're in the middle of the desert, far away from human society, so communication magic is out of range and we can't send out SOS. |
Acapulco |
"Hmmhmm, don't be so pessimistic no. It's the duty of those of the higher rank to smile and talk about hope, no matter how hopeless the situation is no... Conductor♪" |
Puerto Rico |
"For some reason, Baby Aca you has been very excited since a while ago no. I'm sure you're feeling more energetic because you drank a lot of water, that's good no♪" |
Puerto Rico |
"Hmhmm, the mixed juice that Alexandra made from our stockpile of fruit was also very tasty♪" |
Alexandra |
"Eheh, isn't it great!? If you like it, advertise it, and once I have the Flamarinian Royal Warrant slapped on it, it'll sell like hotcakes♪" |
Acapulco |
"Hmhmm. The juice was indeed delicious, and I have to compliment you on it no - Alexandra. Plain o' tea and water just doesn't taste good enough, but I feel like you've filled my heart with it no." |
Alexandra |
"Yeah! I'm glad you liked it! But you don't have to thank me, you saved my life, Acapulco♪" |
Acapulco |
"You don't have to thank me for that either no. We're now part of the same SSS, and I'd be happy to help each other, without concern of our status and rank no." |
Acapulco |
"Everyone to love, support and care for each other, and live in paradise with a smile - That is the national motto of our homeland, Flamarine no." |
Puerto Rico |
"Alexy, Alexy, Baby Aca's saying 'It's okay, we're friends♪'! Heheh, her sister me is a translator for Aca-speak no~!" |
Alexandra |
"Why are you casually giving me a nickname!? I don't mind though, considering the name Alexandra is a bit long, I too feel like it's a hassle to say it myself I guess?" |
Conductor |
It's fine to have friendly chatter now, but we still don't know where Penang Hill is, and those golden buildings and scorpions can't be ignored. While it may be difficult to do so right now, they will have to be eliminated sooner or later, for the sake of our objective of building a Station in this desert. |
Alexandra |
"Ah... Yes, I'm really worried about sis Penny. I hope she's okay, I hope she's not dead--" |
Puerto Rico |
"Yes, I'm worried no. It's a scorching hell out there, and the longer it takes to find her, the more hopeless her survival will be... No, I shouldn't have said that, yeah? Don't jinx it." |
Acapulco |
"Yes, you should shut up, stupid sister. Let your smarter sister talk." |
Acapulco |
"I'll tell you about our hope. Don't worry no, I'm a genius and if I use my head a bit - I can turnaround this hopeless situation." |
Acapulco |
"At the very least, I figured out how to kill that scorpion no." |
Alexandra |
"Wait, really? But they came right back to life after I pulverised them with my Juice Server though? I don't think it's possible to beat them, I think it's better to ignore them and let them pass by--" |
Acapulco |
"Nu-uh. You wanted to investigate the fake Night Butterfly, which seems to be very important to you, Alexandra. More importantly, in order to search for the missing Penang Hill - I think we need to kill the scorpions and secure the area no." |
Alexandra |
"T-that's true... I can't settle down and look for my sis Penny with all those creepy enemies. They also blocked the windows of the train, so we can't move the train safely as long as they're around." |
Conductor |
If push came to shove, I would consider a forced breakthrough. That, of course, would only happen after confirming Penang Hill's safety...... But as you've come up with some secret plan, can you tell us about it, Acapulco? |
Acapulco |
"Yes no, Sir Conductor♪ Leave it to me, it's basically my job to use my head. I do my job well no, because I am a politician who is expected and trusted to do it." |
Acapulco |
"Although. As I have just learned the hard way, it's hard for us sisters to do our best under this hot climate. That's why - you are critical, Alexandra." |
Alexandra |
"Eh? M-Me? But I'm not great like you all, and I can't do anything...?" |
Acapulco |
"That's not true no. There is definitely something only you can do and that is the only way out of this predicament no. Be confident, trust me, and give it your all." |
Acapulco |
"Please no, Alexandra, I will do my best on the same rank, as a fellow human being too, just like you." |
Alexandra |
"........." |