Oh, and you are...?

I was so surprised as I thought Solorius had been resurrected.

Solorius always liked wearing red clothes. Just like the one that you, Player, are wearing.

Of course, I've never seen him. He died before I was born. I know that because I read a book about him.

Player: Continue listening.

By the way, did you know that the Solorius Festival was originally the Empyrean Festival?

Solorius changed the boring festival into a big one like today.

He made efforts to help those who had lost their homes, families and joy in the long war. Especially as a Daeva of Marriage, he worked hard to help single men and women.

If not for Solorius, it wouldn't have become the festival it is today.

However, I feel that the tail wags the dog these days. People seem to think of Solorius only as a day to find their lovers, not as a day to get together with lonely people.

Player: Nod.

We, the Salvation Army, are running a fund raising campaign for the lesser fortunate to honor the will of Solorius.

Many people have joined us. But the number of participants is not large enough yet. There are some in particular that didn't donate yet in spite of me asking nicely.

You resemble Solorius...! Hey, how about serving as a one-day Salvation Army officer for the holy Solorius Festival?

Player: Accept.

You made the right decision. Please proceed with the fund raising campaign on my behalf.

The potential donors you have to ask are Angparinerk, a sales agent in the Sanctuary of Prosperity, Fasimedes, the Sanctum commander-in-chief, and Lityerses, who lives in the Outer Port of Sanctum.

Being well-known wealthy figures in Sanctum, they will all donate with pleasure.

If you feel embarrassed in doing it, think of the children dying from hunger. Then you will work harder.

Player: End dialog.

Nowadays, people in Sanctum are very excited because of the festival.

Thanks to that, sales and purchases have increased.

Especially, the trade of useless items has increased. (Looking you up and down) Right, just like the one you are wearing.

Well, I don't care about it as long as I can get the commission, nyerk.

Player: Ask for a donation.

It is abuse to ask for donation from a Shugo, who is neither a human nor a Daeva, just because it is festival season.

Nobody should take responsibility for the poverty of others.

After all, it’s a battle to survive out there in the world! My motto is no Kinah for a Shugo who doesn't work.

However, if people find out about me being cold-hearted, it’s going to impact my business, nyerk.

Okay. At the end of the day, I will check my profits and donate accordingly. You, Daeva, go on your way.

I, Angparinerk, always keep promises I make, nyerk.

Player: End dialog.

What is it, Player?

You seem to be having a good time at this festival.

So did you find someone to enjoy the festival together with you? Whatever joy the festival may bring you, you will feel lonely if you don't have a lover with you.

Getting rest is also a part of combat. So have fun when you can.

Player: Ask for a donation.

The Salvation Army fund-raising campaign? (Slapping his forehead) Oh, I forgot about that.

Please lower your voice. I don't want my subordinates hearing that I am a stingy commander-in-chief.

Phorkius told me, but I forgot because I was busy.

I will have one of my men deliver the donation. Thank you for telling me about it. Now, keep enjoying the festival.

Player: End dialog.

I was once the refined, yet cold-hearted city type, but recently I feel this sense of compassion come over me.

Does the blessing of Empyrean Lords warm the heart? I guess that’ll do me some good.

(Wearing a hinting smile) Especially in front of her.

Player: Ask for a donation.

What? Did the Salvation Army ask me to donate?

How did they know that I received the rental fee from my brothers in Verteron...

Well, it won't hurt me to donate out of that profit.

I feel pretty good now and could be kind to just about anyone!

Then tell Phorkius. That I will send my brothers to him soon.

Player: End dialog.

Have you already met the three men? So, how do you feel after having served as a one-day Salvation Army officer?

Is it more difficult than you expected? You may have wondered whether you should ask for this many donations.

But this fund raising campaign is definitely necessary. Whether the money comes from donor's vanity or not, there are people who starving for just 100 Kinah.

You remind me of Solorius... Were you able to help me?

Player: Tell him the result.

Did Angparinerk really tell you that he would donate? That really is some surprising news.

Thanks to you, Player, the festival this year will be warmer than ever before.

You must be a little tired from running around so much. Go join the festival and enjoy. But don’t forget the true meaning of the Solorius Festival.

May the blessing of Solorius be with you forever!