[02. what do fireflies wish for?]

[dudewheresmypig]

I've only been here a very short time, but I already have a few questions! I'd be obliged if someone could help me out.

First, is it true that we can't leave here unless the deities choose to let us go?

Second, where do you all come from? I'm from Kyoto, myself

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[bluesatellite]

Welcome to the City. May I ask what your name is?

The Deities decide many things around here. Our departures seem to be among them. I came here from Japan as well.

As for the scraps, I'm afraid I can't help you. You have a pig for pet? Quite an interesting choice!

[dudewheresmypig]

I'm Fujiwara Soujirou, and you, miss?

Ah, so I heard, but I was hoping there was some way out. I really shouldn't spend too long away from home!

Yes, I couldn't resist adopting him ♥ I've been told that I should ask at the restaurants for kitchen scraps.

[bluesatellite]

My name is Himemiya Chikane. Nice to meet you, Fujiwara-san.

I don't necessarily think that the Deities have absolute control over us here. At least, I don't think they should have.

Do you... can you train a pig then?

[dudewheresmypig]

And you, Himemiya-san.

Perhaps I should find out which of them it is that likes tea, and try to bribe my way out. I've heard it works for overseas merchants.

Oh, yes! Saizo already knows how to fetch, stay, and follow~ I haven't taught him any more tricks yet, because he's still a very small pig.

[bluesatellite]

Tea is a perfect place to start when it comes to winning people over. It is good that it is so easily acquired in the City.

And your pig is better trained than my dog, it seems.

[dudewheresmypig]

Is it? That's a good thing to know! I'd miss it, were it difficult to obtain.

Oh, you have a dog, Himemiya-san? What is its name?

[bluesatellite]

Yes, I would too. There are a couple of very good tea shops in the City, depending on your preferences. What is your favourite? I personally love a well-mixed Oolong.

Well, the dog doesn't really belong to me, it was a gift to my friend. But it is my responsibility to train her. Her name is Kiku.

[dudewheresmypig]

I like plain green tea, myself. Sencha is always good, of course!

Oh, really? Have you ever trained an animal before?

[bluesatellite]

Of course. I would recommend The Seiza Tea Shop if you haven't already found it.

I have, but never a dog. Kiku is nice enough, though, she's just very young and very... lively.

[dudewheresmypig]

I haven't, thank you!

Ahahaha ♥ They learn well when they're that age, but it does take patience! Young animals are a lot like young children.

[bluesatellite]

I'm happy to help.

Like children. That's no doubt very true. Small pigs are like that as well?

[dudewheresmypig]

Oh, yes. Saizo is just like one of my students, really~ although I'm afraid neither of them would appreciate hearing that....