Scenario:Mirin - Tearful Parting
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Tearful Parting
Arriving at a lakeside campground on Groz Island, Mirin is ready to kick back with Shion, but Shion is determined to spend her time learning an underwater sword technique. After Shion dashes off to train, Mirin decides to have enough fun for the both of them, and joins (Captain) and friends for some swimming.
Hoping for a fun outdoor experience, (Captain) and friends visit a lakeside campground on Groz Island.
Among their group, two girls wearing unique clothing stand out from the rest.
Mirin: There we go! Our space for the night is finished!
Shion: What an ordeal... Pitching a tent was a lot more difficult than I expected.
They take a moment to wipe their brows as a gentle breeze blows by, their movements jostling the beautiful blades hanging at their waists.
The upbeat one is Mirin, a genuine samurai born and raised in an island country to the far east.
The more reserved one is Shion, born in the same island country, but raised elsewhere. She strives to be just as true a samurai.
The two are childhood friends who, by fate or coincidence, were lucky enough to meet again aboard (Captain)'s ship.
Over the course of their journey together, they have become closer than ever before.
Mirin: The tent's just big enough to fit the both of us, like a mini home! Isn't it so cute?
Shion: It is, but... Time and tide don't wait for anyone. The sun is already high in the sky.
Mirin: Time and tide?
Mirin: Ah! You're right!
Mirin: That's enough hard work for the day. It's time to play!
Shion: ...
Vyrn: Your tent's staying upright, huh? Not half bad!
Mirin: Gozaru! We couldn't have done it without you showing us the ropes!
Lyria: Now that we're set up, should we find something to do? I brought the map with me.
Colorful drawings dot the map Lyria unfurls, showing the various leisure activities around the campground.
Mirin: River fishing... Hot springs... Even a sauna tent? Whatever that is, it sounds fun!
Mirin: Shion, what do you want to do?
Shion: I... wanted to go to the lake...
Mirin: Yeah? I actually wanted to start there too!
Mirin: It's the perfect place to bust out our new special swimsuits!
Shion: That's true...
Vyrn: Special swimsuits? You guys got something like that?
Mirin: Yeah, Shion and I made them together!
Lyria: You did? That's really cool! I can't wait to see what they look like!
Mirin: Hehehe... You won't have to wait long! Let's go for a swim right now!
(Captain) gives an eager thumbs-up, but before the group can go gather their gear, Shion speaks up.
Shion: I won't be swimming.
Mirin: Oh... Are you bad at it? It's okay, we can stick to the shallows...
Shion: I'm not going to relax. I intend to train there.
Mirin: Train? In the lake?
Shion explains that, in order to learn an underwater sword technique she read about in a book, she seeks a quiet spot in the lake to practice.
Hearing about the seemingly impossible nature of the technique, Mirin bounces on her feet, for a moment looking ready to dive into the lake and start practicing herself...
Mirin: Wait, hold on! Why don't we save the training for later?
Mirin: I thought you wanted to relax in our new swimsuits together!
Shion: I-I do, but... the lake is right there. It's the perfect opportunity, and the water is calling to me...
Mirin: Well, I'm calling to you too! Hey, Shion, let's hang out! Come on!
Shion: Mirin...
Shion: (You don't know how much I want to!)
Shion: (But I'll never become a true samurai and catch up to you if I give in.)
Vyrn: Er... I hate to interrupt, but you should probably make up your minds soon. Sun's not gonna be up forever, y'know?
Mirin: Right, the time!
Lyria: Why not hang out today and train tomorrow? Or train today and hang out after?
Shion: I don't know how long it will take me to learn the technique. I might even have to spend the entire duration of our stay training.
Mirin: N-no way...
Prepared to unleash her best puppy dog eyes, Mirin hesitates when she sees the determination in Shion's gaze.
Mirin: You're not going to give in... are you? Just like when you want the last piece of cake and won't take no for an answer.
Shion: Exactly. I'm determined to do this.
Mirin: Okay, then let me help! I'll carry your bags, get you drinks—whatever you need!
Shion: Th-that's... There's no need to trouble yourself on my behalf.
Mirin: I'll trouble myself as much as I have to! You'll finish faster if you have my help, right? Then we can relax sooner rather than later!
Shion: ...!
Shion: (She's giving me the look! Maybe I should just say yes...)
Shion: (No, bad Shion! Keep it together!)
Mirin: Shion? Why'd you slap yourself?
Shion: Um... There was a bug.
Shion: (I'll never be able to focus if Mirin's around.)
Shion: (But if I tell her that, I'll only hurt her feelings! There's only one thing I can do...)
Mirin: Gozaru! Why are you running!
Shion: My apologies, but this is the only way! Go enjoy your time with the others!
Shion: (I'm sorry, Mirin. This is goodbye!)
Mirin: Shiooon!
Despite Mirin's desperate wail, Shion disappears into the distance.
Mirin: No... Shion, how could you leave me?
Vyrn: Hey, now... It's not like you'll never see her again. She'll be back for dinner, yeah?
Mirin: Ah! Yeah, you're right.
Mirin: If she's that serious about it, then I guess I should cheer her on!
Mirin: You go, Shion! You've got this!
After a few quiet moments, Mirin raises a determined fist into the air.
Mirin: There's one more thing I can do for her, even if we can't be together...
Mirin: And that's to have enough fun for the both of us!
Lyria: That's the spirit! You can tell Shion everything we do today once she comes back tonight!
Mirin: Gozaru!
Mirin: Okay, (Captain), are you ready to have some fun?
At the enthusiastic response, Mirin gives a sunny smile.
The group change into their swimwear and head for the lake.
Despite the noon sun overhead, their day is just getting started.