Scenario:Saytr - What's Jiangshi

What's Jiangshi?

Satyr reads a book from Nezha's personal library about jiangshi. Despite their scariness, she also finds them somehow cute and decides to dress up as one for Halloween. Having little knowledge of jiangshi but still wanting to fully immerse herself in the role, she and Nezha begin researching them.

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The weather outside is beautiful, but two primal beasts have chosen an indoor activity for today.

Satyr: Run...

Nezha: ...

Satyr: Will they make it?

Nezha: ...

Nezha and Satyr are both engrossed in their own respective tomes of adventure.

Satyr: Eeek!

Nezha: ...?

Satyr squeaks out a shriek, causing Nezha to shoot a glance her way.

When he sees that Satyr's eyes are still glued to the open pages in her lap, he quickly returns back to his own text-based world.

Satyr: Awww! No way!

Satyr: You're kidding me!

Satyr carries on with her unprompted commentary as she continues to read.

Finally she closes the book.

Satyr: Phew... What a spine-tingling tale!

Nezha: Did you finish it?

Satyr: Yep! Definitely on the scary side, but I couldn't put it down!

Nezha: Is that so? Which one did you read?

Satyr: This one! It's about creepy creatures called jiangshi.

Satyr: Like, I was afraid to turn the page, but at the same time, I just had to know what happens next! Thanks for letting me borrow it!

Nezha: I'm glad you enjoyed it. This personal library I'm building is paying off nicely.

Satyr: Seems like you've got books on almost everything, Nez. I've never heard of jiangshi until now.

Satyr picks up the book she just finished and flips through the pages.

Satyr: Right here! This is the passage that gave me chills!

Satyr: It says jiangshi will always find you no matter how well you hide.

Nezha: True, though it is possible to hold your breath to escape detection if I remember that section correctly.

Satyr: Uh-huh! Too bad the story's protag couldn't stop hiccupping.

Satyr: I know it's supposed to be a tense moment and everything, but that part made me giggle.

Nezha: Yes, it does sound absurd, though I must say the juxtaposition of suspense and humor paints a marvelous scene.

Satyr: Oh, and another thing...

Satyr: I certainly wouldn't wanna run into jiangshi, but the illustrations in this book make them look kinda cute.

Satyr: I like how long and billowy their robe sleeves are, and I've never seen hats like those either.

Satyr: Something about the talisman that's stuck to their forehead is so mysterious...

Satyr: Oh! I just got a brilliant idea!

Satyr smacks her fist into her palm.

Satyr: Halloween is just around the corner, isn't it?

Nezha: Yes. The ship is buzzing with activity as many of our friends have started gearing up for the holiday.

Satyr: Yeah, I saw! So there I was, pondering how I could get in on the fun.

Nezha: I think I know where this is going.

Satyr: Teeheehee!

Satyr: Well, with jiangshi being things that go bump in the night, I can't think of a more perfect Halloween costume!

Nezha: And rightly so.

Satyr: Okay, my mind's made up: I'm gonna go as a jiangshi!

Nezha: Good choice. I can't wait to see how it turns out.

Satyr: Thanks, Nez! Where do I even begin though...

Satyr: Obviously I have to put the costume together, but I think the first thing I should do is find out more about the subject matter.

Satyr: Think you could lend me a hand in that department?

Nezha: Of course. I'm certain I can find a way to be useful.

Satyr: Woo-hoo! Much love, Nez. This is gonna be a blast!

Satyr's excitement is uncontainable. It even washes over Nezha, bringing a big smile to his face.