The Melancholy Queen
Constance struggles with how to have her two workaholic maids, Dorothy and Claudia, get some rest. Conveniently, a letter arrives from (Captain) and the crew inviting them on a vacation in Auguste. Though Constance takes the opportunity to suggest that the two go, they see through the queen's plan to run away while they're gone and insist that she comes as well.
In the late afternoon at a castle on Sharom Island, a woman gazes languidly out the window.
Constance: ...
Her name is Constance. She is the queen of Sharom, an island of peace-loving monsters.
Dorothy: Clean, clean, time to clean. Teehee.
Claudia: You're kicking up dust, Dorothy. Please sweep more slowly.
Claudia: My intervention is always required in the aftermath of your "cleaning."
Dorothy: The aftermath, she says! Don't be a meanie, Claudia.
Dorothy: Oh? What's this?
Constance: ...
Dorothy: Queen Constance, there you go again, staring out the window endlessly. Wait, don't tell me...
Claudia: Yes, she's planning her next escape. We need to be extra wary.
Dorothy and Claudia are the unwavering handmaidens who serve Constance.
They're always on the alert as their queen is prone to run away, but this time their ruler has something else on her mind.
Constance: (Dorothy and Claudia have been working so long without any sort of vacation...)
Constance: (I wish they'd take some time off, but they reject everything I propose. What should I do?)
The queen has been racking her mind on how to give her ever-professional maids a break.
Constance: Sigh...
Claudia: A sigh... That can only mean she intends to enact her plan tonight.
Dorothy: Then we'll have to take turns keeping watch.
Claudia: Hm?
Young Steward: ...!
A monster brings a bundle of letters that just arrived at the castle.
Dorothy: Oh, Queen Constance! Some letters have arrived for you!
Claudia: Dorothy, we should have sorted through those before handing them over.
Constance: Ah, no... It's fine. I'll look at them... Oh?
One letter in particular stands out from the rest. Its sender is someone familiar to the queen, so she takes it out to read immediately...
Dorothy: Who might that be from? Oh, I hope it's from the tea merchant.
Constance: Um, I'm sorry. It's not from any merchant...
Constance: It's from (Captain) and the others!
Dorothy: From Master?
Claudia: And the others... M-meaning... Lyria as well? Wh-wh-what did she say?
Constance: Let's see... Here, I'll read it.
Written is a message from the crew saying they are heading to Auguste for a vacation and would like to meet for the first time again in a while.
Constance: "Let's have some fun together," it says!
Dorothy & Claudia: A beach vacation... with Master!
A beach vacation... with Lyria!
Constance: Y-yes! How great, an invitation for a vacation!
Dorothy: That would be a dream!
Claudia: I would be able to see Lyria... And in swimwear at that... Hee-hee.
Dorothy's expression lights up, while Claudia begins to breathe heavily.
Constance: (Ah, that's it!)
Constance realizes the answer to her problem, as she knows that the two adore (Captain) and the others.
Constance: Oh, Dorothy, Claudia... There's no pressing reason to refuse their offer, yes? Don't you think?
Dorothy: Right! I want to see Master right away!
Claudia: I, too, desire to see Lyria. She'll undoubtedly require my assistance picking out a swimsuit...
Constance: (Perfect! I can finally give them a well-deserved break!)
Constance: Very well. I wish the two of you a safe journey.
Dorothy & Claudia: ...
Dorothy: What are you saying, Queen Constance?
Claudia: Naturally, you will be joining us in Auguste, my queen.
Constance: Oh? Wh-why is that?
Dorothy: Because you'll run away without us here. Don't hide it. We'd never let that happen. Teehee.
Constance: (Oh no!)
Indeed, the queen did intend to run, but her astute attendants quickly see through her plan.
Constance: I-I-I would never! Don't be silly!
Claudia: You are coming with us, and you'll like it. Dorothy!
Dorothy: On it!
Dorothy and Claudia take their ruler, one on each arm, and drag her away.
Constance: No! Oh nooo!
Dorothy: To think, I'll get to meet Master in Auguste... I'll see to the captain's every need. Teehee.
Claudia: I live to serve Lyria! In a swimsuit! Oh, I can barely contain my eagerness... Hee-hee.
Constance: (Huh? What's this talk of serving while on vacation!)
Dorothy and Claudia are exasperated in their excitement for this chance.
Seeing this, Constance is reminded of the troublesome extremes her maids can take their duties to.
Sweet Reunion
After joining the crew, Dorothy and Claudia change into their swimsuits and enjoy some summer fun... Or rather, they dutifully attend to (Captain) and Lyria. The two handmaidens take care of everyone without the slightest intention of slowing down, and the crew, though bewildered by this, accepts it—all while Constance continues to fret over how to give them a break.
(Captain) and company arrive in Auguste and head to the beach, the meeting place for their relaxing stay.
It being one of the less popular areas, the maid outfits of their friends stand out on the spacious beach.
Lyria: Oh, over there! Hey, Dorothy! Claudia!
Vyrn: Glad we could find you okay. So, um... what's up with the heaps of luggage?
Dorothy: Hi, Master! It was such a long wait to see you!
Claudia: Lyria... It has been far too long.
Constance: Um, hello... I would like to offer my thanks for inviting us here.
Everyone is overjoyed to be reunited as they discuss all that's happened since their last meeting.
Vyrn: But hey, why're you still in your uniforms? Didn't you two bring swimsuits?
Claudia: I have mine at the ready. However, it would be in poor form to get dressed before our hosts.
Lyria: Umm... Is that the only reason?
Claudia: Lyria, I see you have already dressed for the occasion. Oh, how I would have liked to help you with your attire...
Dorothy: A maid's proper dress is this uniform! I wouldn't dare greet Master in anything less. Teehee.
- Oh, don't mind me.
- I'd love to see your swimsuit.
Choose: Oh, don't mind me.Dorothy: Oooh... You're so kind! It makes me just the happiest!
Choose: I'd love to see your swimsuit.Dorothy: R-really? Then at your leave, I'll go get changed at once!
Continue 1Dorothy: Ready, Claudia?
Claudia: Yes, let's get changed. Our uniforms are far too conspicuous and make it difficult to move on the sand.
Dorothy: Come, Queen Constance!
Constance: What! N-no, I'm fine like this. I didn't even bring a bathing suit...
Claudia: Fear not—we prepared your swimwear so you wouldn't have to worry.
Constance: Y-you did? I didn't realize...
The two handmaidens pull Constance away and disappear for a short time.
Dorothy's Voice: Apologies for keeping you. Teehee.
Dorothy: Claudia and I are back and in our swimsuits.
Claudia: Now then, we are ready to begin the day.
Dorothy: And wait for it.
Constance: Oh my...
Claudia: Come, Queen Constance. Steel thyself!
Dorothy: It's a first for the skies! Introducing... Queen Constance in formal swim attire!
Constance: H-how embarrassing... I must be unseemly—this will surely spoil everyone's vacation...
Lyria: Not at all! You all look absolutely amazing!
Claudia: Not as much as you though, my lady. Your swimsuit is stunning to behold. Simply lovely... Hee-hee.
Vyrn: Looks like everybody's ready! Then let's get the fun started!
Lyria: Yes, let's go!
Dorothy: I'm ready to be of service!
Lyria: Huh?
Claudia: I'll pitch this beach umbrella and tent at once. It is my duty to protect delicate skin from the harmful sun.
Dorothy: I'll blow up the swim tubes! We brought plenty of stuff to enjoy!
Claudia: Be sure to use an excess of sunblock. Here, Lyria—let me help you with your back... Hee-hee.
Lyria: Um, hey... Aren't you going to relax at all?
Claudia: We shall serve from out of sight to make this a perfectly pleasant vacation for you.
Dorothy: No need to worry about little ol' us. Teehee. Enjoy the beach to your heart's content! It's our pleasure to be at your service!
Vyrn: Geez... That's real nice and all, but seein' as how you came this whole way, I wish you two would let loose a little.
Puzzled as they are by the diligent maids, the crew move on to enjoy some summertime fun in the water.
Lyria: Ready or not, Vyrn!
Vyrn: Fwagh!
Vyrn: Hehehe! It's on now!
Claudia: My lady!
Lyria: Hwah! Uh, is something wrong?
Claudia: If you are going to play in the ocean, I suggest a water pistol. Here, I've a variety for you to choose from.
Claudia holds up both hands, revealing a plethora of water guns for Lyria to use.
Lyria: Oh my... There's so many! Each one looks pretty fun.
Lyria: All this swimming's got me tuckered out. Hehe, my mouth's all salty from the water.
Vyrn: We're experiencin' all Auguste has to offer.
Claudia: Would you care for some specially made juice?
Lyria: Claudia?
Claudia: It's just the thing to cleanse your palate. I made it with several kinds of fruit, and...
Claudia: Hah!
Claudia: Fresh, hand-split coconut milk. This one's made just for you.
Lyria: (Captain), wanna build a sandcastle here?
Vyrn: Sounds good after the workout we got from swimming. And there aren't so many people here.
Dorothy: Will you be playing in the sand now, Master? I've got your shovels and scoops right here! Don't worry—I didn't forget a bucket. Teehee.
Vyrn: O-oh, cool...
Lyria: I'm starting to get famished.
Vyrn: Yeah, we've been at it all day. Let's get somethin' to eat.
Dorothy: Master! Leave lunch to your faithful servant! I'll make it with every ounce of my being. Teehee!
Vyrn: ...
Vyrn: Hey, what's goin' on here? Dorothy and Claudia are working so hard—makes me tired just looking at 'em.
Constance: I'm so sorry! It's all my fault!
The two maids are working extra hard to meet every need that (Captain) and Lyria might have.
Claudia: Say "ahh," Lyria.
Lyria: A-ahh...
Claudia: Hee-hee.
Dorothy: "Ahh," Master!
- Ahhh.
Choose: Ahhh.Dorothy: Kyaaa! How exciting! Here, have another bite!
Vyrn: What is going on...
Constance: All I wanted was for them to have some rest... They've been working nonstop lately.
Constance: I should've given them regular time off to begin with, but their sense of duty compels them like this...
Vyrn: That's some strong sense of duty. They probably think if they slack off and stop watching you for one sec, you'll run right off.
Constance: Aaagh! You're right. There's no other answer!
Constance: And they're both the most enthusiastic in their maidly duties when I'm relaxing...
Vyrn: But now they've got new targets for their enthusiasm—(Captain) and Lyria.
Constance: I honestly only wanted them to enjoy playing and resting with everyone today.
Constance: What should I do? They're sure to drop from exhaustion at this rate...
Constance: And they're not even enjoying one bit of Auguste's beauty.
Vyrn: Sure beats me...