Riko #490: Your Memory of Me
Riko
Look, the stars are out.
Player
You're right.
Riko
I can see the Milky Way in its beautiful glory as well.
Player
It's almost time for the Star Festival!
Riko
It sure is. Hey, have you ever actually thought about how tragic the Star Festival is?
Player
Huh? What do you mean?
Riko
I mean, think about it! Orihime and Hikoboshi are in love, but they only get to see each other once a year.
Riko
I just think that it's a pretty harsh punishment for slacking off at work.
Player
Now that you mention it, maybe you're right.
Riko
Hey, what would you do if you were in that situation? If you were only allowed to see the person you loved once a year?
Player
Hmm, well…
| Option 1: “I might go and see them in secret.” |
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| Player I might sneak out and go see them in secret. I'd totally want to see you. Riko But you might put yourself in danger. You could even lose your life. Player I'd be prepared for the consequences. Riko How reckless of you! But I guess it's something I might expect you to do. |
| Option 2: “I wouldn't be able to bear it.” |
| Player I don't think I'd be able to bear it… Riko You don't have to get so depressed. It was just a hypothetical question! Player Wha?! Oh, you're right. Just the thought of not being able to see you really got to me… Riko *Giggle* You're such a little oddball. |
Riko
Huh? Wait, did you just mention me specifically?
Player
Yeah. I was just thinking about what I'd do if I couldn't see you.
Player
Because I just love you so much!
Riko
What?!
Riko
Argh! You're so sneaky blurting out embarrassing things like that!
Player
Why are you getting all angry? I really mean it.
Riko
Geez, you're always like this…
Riko
But… I guess I feel the same way too. It would be heartbreaking to only be able to see you once a year.
Player
Okay, what would you do if we really could only see each other once a year, no matter how hard we tried?
Riko
Then I'd get all dolled up as beautifully as I can and come see you with the biggest smile on my face.
Riko
Because that's the memory we'd keep close to our hearts while we waited until we could see each other again the next year.
Riko
I'd want your memory of me to be me at my most wonderful.
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