Scenario:Vane - Once Upon a Spring Day
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Once Upon a Spring Day
Vane visits Lancelot and the view outside the window inspires them to go on a hike. They decide to hike the mountain they once attempted to climb but couldn't finish. (Captain) and the crew join them on the hike and they all have a picnic on the peak.
On a fine spring afternoon, with tea and assorted confectionary treats in hand, Vane knocks on a door.
Vane: Lancey, it's me! Can I come in?
Lancelot: Hm? Vane? Oh, by all means!
The office door opens and in comes Vane.
Vane: Comin' in!
Vane: Lancey, you've been cooped up in here all morning, haven't you? How about a break?
Lancelot: Mmm... Good advice. I was just thinking of taking a breather.
Lancelot: Heh. Your timing couldn't be more perfect.
Vane: But of course! I've known you your whole life, Lancey—I'm practically a pro at reading you.
Lancelot: Haha. Can't argue with you there. So what've you brought?
Vane: Today's menu is... Ta-daa!
Freshly baked apple pie and freshly brewed tea!
Freshly baked apple pie and freshly brewed tea!
Lancelot: Wow! That looks amazing! I've been craving something sweet lately. This is perfect.
Vane: Heh! Glad to hear that! C'mon, let's dig in while it's hot!
Lancelot: Hmm, let's set the plates over here!
The two enjoy each other's company as they savor their apple pie and tea.
Vane: Man, just look out that window. Perfect day out today—not one cloud in the sky.
Lancelot: It almost feels like a waste staying indoors with such perfect weather.
As they stare out through the windows at rolling mountains, Vane blurts out something unexpected.
Vane: Y'know, this would be a perfect time to take a hike up in the mountains.
Lancelot: Mountain hiking... That does sound nice!
Now that you mention it, didn't we take a group hike with our order a while back?
Now that you mention it, didn't we take a group hike with our order a while back?
Vane: Oh yeah, we did! Mount Kirchberg, right?
Lancelot: Ahh, good times. But we weren't able to reach the peak, were we?
Vane: Yeah. The weather took a turn for the worse and we were forced to turn back.
Lancelot: A real shame, that was. We were almost at the top too.
Lancelot lets out a wry chuckle, but is surprised to find Vane wearing a most serious expression.
Vane: Hey... Lancey?
Lancelot: Hm? What is it, Vane?
Vane: What do you say we try going up that mountain one more time?
Lancelot: Huh? Us? Hm...
Lancelot: Yes, I think I like the sound of that!
Vane: Really?
Lancelot: Now's the time to finish what we started! There's no fun in leaving things half done!
Vane: All right! Then let's get ready! Double-time!
Just then (Captain) and company pop in to visit the two knights.
Vyrn: What's up, guys! We came to check in on you!
Lyria: Good afternoon! You two seem to be having fun! What're you talking about?
Vane: Oh! Well, if it isn't Lyria, Vyrn, and the gang! Actually, we were just...
Vane's eyes shine with a certain sparkle as he tells (Captain) and company of his mountain-climbing plans.
Vane: Say, why don't you guys join us? You came all the way out here, after all.
Vane: I was hoping you'd say that, (Captain)!
Vane: Lancey, you're okay if (Captain) and the guys tag along, right?
Lancelot: Of course! It's not too dangerous a mountain; I've no doubt (Captain) should be able to handle it!
Choose: Won't we be, uh... intruding?
Vane: Hm? Intruding? Why would you say that?
Vane: Oh, unless... hiking's not really your thing?
Vyrn: No, it's not that. It's just that, uhh... Lyria?
Lyria: Well, that mountain holds a lot of memories for you two, doesn't it?
Vane: Sure does!
Lyria: I guess we thought you two might want to relive the moments by yourselves.
Vane: Wahahahaha! That's what you're so worried about?
Vane: C'mon, we're all friends here! We'd love to have you around!
Vane: The more the merrier! Right, Lancey?
Lancelot: Indeed! And I know (Captain) and the others shouldn't have a problem in the stamina department!
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Vane: All right! It's decided! I'll fill you guys in on the details later. Just hang tight!
Thus, (Captain) and company agree to join Vane and Lancelot on their hike.
After several days the group meets at the foot of Mount Kirchberg.
Vane: Ahem. Ladies and gentlemen, are you ready to climb this mountain?
Vyrn: Yes, sir! I got a full night's sleep for today!
Lyria: Me too! I made sure I ate all my breakfast!
Vane: That's the spirit! How about you, (Captain)? All good to go?
(Captain) answers Vane with a smile and a nod.
Vane: All those gathered here today are tied by fate—we're family.
Vane: If you get tired, hurt, or have any problems at all, don't hesitate to ask Lancey or me for help!
Vyrn: Sure will! We're counting on ya!
Lyria: Hehe. Wow, Vane, you sound just like a mountain ranger!
Lancelot: Um, Vane... I've no doubt of your enthusiasm, but I just wanted to make sure you know the way.
Vane: You bet I do! I reviewed the route dozens of times for today!
Lancelot: That's good to hear. Would you mind if I held onto the map though? Just in case.
Vane: Here you go! Man, you're such a worrywart, Lancey!
(Captain) and company breathe a sigh of relief as they see Lancelot grab hold of the map.
Vane: Now! Before we leave, let's do a head count! You start with number one, Vyrn!
Vyrn: One!
Lyria: Two!
Lancelot: Three!
Following Lancelot, (Captain) calls out the next number with gusto.
Vane: That's the spirit! Now, let's get moving!
The group had been somewhat concerned with Vane's knack for getting lost, but the knight's extensive preparation is soon apparent.
Vane's friends see him in a whole new light as he leads them.
With the peak nearly in reach, Vane makes a stop along the way.
Vane: Lancey, Lancey! This is the place!
Lancelot: I remember! This was where the storm hit us.
Vyrn: And forced you guys to turn back, right?
Lancelot: It was so bad that our squad had to take shelter behind some of the rocks here before we left.
Vane: Ahh, this place brings back memories. I was so hungry that time—my stomach was killing me.
Lyria: Hehe, aren't you always hungry?
Vane: Hey now! That's...
Vane: Actually true!
Vane: Guess I can't complain about that! Wahaha!
Lyria: Hehe! So where are we going to have lunch?
Vane: I'd love to chow down right here and now, but if we push just a little further, we can have lunch at the peak!
Vyrn: All right! Race you there! I'm gonna be first!
Lyria: Vyrn! No fair!
Vane: Hey! No running around or you're gonna hurt yourselves!
Lancelot: Vane, leave those two to me.
Vane: Thanks, Lancey! Keep 'em safe!
Vane: Okay... (Captain). This part's a little tricky. Give me your hand.
Taking hold of Vane's outstretched hand, (Captain)'s body is lifted into the air.
(Captain) thanks Vane for his kindness.
Vane: Wahaha! It's nothing! I'll even piggyback you if you're tired! Just say the word!
Vane: Whoops! We better get moving before we're left behind! C'mon!
The group soon reaches the peak of the mountain without incident.
Vyrn: I did it! First place goes to me!
Lyria: Pant... Pant... No fair, Vyrn. You can fly...
Lancelot: Are you all right, Lyria? Sit down and rest.
Lyria: Th-thank you. I just need to catch my breath.
Not long after the others, Vane and (Captain) arrive.
Lancelot: Vane. We finally made it.
Vane: We did. And I'm glad I made it with you, Lancey.
The two knights bask in their achievement; they've finally finished what they started all so long ago.
Vane: Right! Now that the gang's all here...
Vane: A very special surprise for all of you! Courtesy of mountain ranger Vane!
From his bag Vane takes out a lunch box stuffed full of handmade sandwiches and delicacies.
Vane: Feast your eyes on my specially made Vanewiches! Woke up at the break of dawn just to make 'em!
Vyrn: Awesome! This is gonna be the best picnic ever!
Lyria: Wow! They look absolutely delicious!
Lancelot: Heh. Good going, Vane.
Vane: We couldn't have made it this far without each other! Great job, everyone!
Vane: Now, let's get this picnic started!
Vyrn: Yeah!
Lyria: Yeah!
Lancelot: Yeah!
The group gets busy setting up their little picnic.
Spreading the picnic blanket and sitting in a circle, they get ready to eat.
Vane: Bon appetit!
Vyrn: Bon appetit!
Lyria: Bon appetit!
Lancelot: Bon appetit!
Vane: Dig in, guys!
They waste no time in tasting their lovingly made treats.
Lyria: Mmm! This is so yummy!
Vyrn: I'll be the judge of that... Mm! She's right! This is out of this world, Vane!
Sounds of delight and expressions of satisfaction fill the scene as they dig into the amazing-looking food.
Lancelot: Haha. Vane, you should open up a shop! These victuals would sell for sure!
Vane: Vane's Vittles and Vanewiches! I like the sound of that!
Vane: Wait, I can't manage a shop and be a first officer at the same time!
Lancelot: Hahaha! Don't take it too seriously, friend. What would we ever do without our favorite first officer?
Vane: Aww. Oh well! I can still make food for everyone even without a shop!
A happy and merry time it is on that mountain peak of Kirchberg.
In the midst of the revelry, a light breeze greets the jolly picnickers.
Something small, light, and pink drifts down from above and lands in Lancelot's hair.
Vane: Huh. A pink flower petal.
Lancelot: Hm? Flower petal? Where?
Vane: Don't move.
With delicate care, Vane plucks the tiny petal from Lancelot's locks.
Vane: It's... beautiful.
Lancelot: Indeed.
Like warm snow on a spring day, the pink petals waft gently down from the trees.
Vane: Wow. I never knew such beautiful flowers bloomed up here.
Lancelot: They must only bloom during this time of the year.
Vane: Lancey... promise me we'll come here again next year.
Lancelot: Haha. An easy promise.
Enthralled at the magical beauty before them, Vane and Lancelot vow to return when springtime comes again.
Just as the blossoms atop that mountain continue to bloom, so does the camaraderie between the two knights ever flourish.