１６。キャット・ウィスパラー
SCENE #16
"CAT WHISPERER"
SETTING: STRESSIN' STREET, CELL 1
SCENE: The protagonists have successfully befriended the cat creature known only as "he".
Otherworldly Text Box
he satisfied
Takami throws her arms up in celebration.
Takami
Heck yeah! You did it!
Salaryman
Just like that, huh...
Takami
Do you understand the power of Frencounters a little more now, Mister Salaryman?
Salaryman
...Yeah, something like that.
Salaryman
Ah...but we need to get moving. You said it's a long journey ahead, right, Takami?
Takami
Eheh, yeah, it is.
Takami, putting her hands on her knees, crouches slightly to address the cat.
Takami
We're gonna get going now, okay, li'l guy? Thanks for playing with us! ♪
After a moment's pause, the cat rubs itself against the Salaryman's leg, before walking in the direction of the cell's far exit and turning back to the player party.
Text Box
he will never forget.
Takami
So long, kitty!
Salaryman
...Take care, friend.
The cat walks off-screen.
Takami
You really are a natural, Mister Salaryman.
Salaryman
I-It was nothing, really. (I just have a soft spot for cats, is all...)
Takami
That was a great idea, though -- with the business card and all! Talk about quick thinking!
Salaryman
Ah, well...I figured there'd be some use for the objects I have on my person. If the goal is escaping the underworld, I'm okay with leaving behind some of my replaceable belongings.
Takami
You know, that gives me an idea...
Salaryman
Hm? Do tell.
Takami
The truth is, once we pass Arson Street -- er, with the skeletons and the fire -- Gokuma Town gets a lot more dangerous.
Takami
So if you have other stuff in that briefcase of yours, it might be a good idea to get ready to use it! Your things might just make someone really happy!
Salaryman
Hm, all right...
Salaryman
(Although I question how a briefcase full of drab office supplies could make anyone particularly happy, I suppose it couldn't hurt to take inventory.)
Spare Tie, Earphones, Laptop Computer and Lighter were added to the Briefcase. (Actually, they were already inside it, but now you can PRESENT them!)
Salaryman
That should do it. Ready to get going?
Takami
Lead the way, Mister Salaryman!
The player regains control of the protagonists.