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This brooch is a present from her to you. Please, take it.

This...

Just take it.

Many thanks.

I will relay my gratitude to her.

Analysis complete

Now outputting analysis report

Mm...

That's not reassuring.

Mr. Phantom, can you try and move for me?

(A slightly uncoordinated walk)

Right. That'll be fine. You can sit down for now.

Presumably frostbite from hypothermic temperatures caused by Originium Arts.

Not severe, but it's already affected your mobility.

Just some small injuries.

Please leave distinguishing minor injuries to the professional opinion of a medic, thank you.

You'd best convalesce for now.

That would be my opinion.

I agree with Dr. Whisperain's view.

It might be frostbite on the surface, but it's still essentially fine Arts damage.

We aren't optimistic about your Oripathy infection in the first place. We all need to do our best to avoid any situation that could worsen its progression.

Ample rest, a healthy diet, and appropriate restorative exercise. These are what you need right now.

Of course, the most important thing is that you regularly come to the Medical Department for treatment.

Your treatment course won't be too long. Just one month, and you'll be able to take part in missions again.

If you don't like the idea of coming to the Medical Department, I can help set up rounds for you to lessen your contact with others.

If you consent, then please sign at the end of this statement.

(Another sigh)

(Signs his own codename)

Good. Thank you for cooperating.

Now I should give you your injection.

This is a new model of syringe. It won't leave too much of an ache.

Please hold your arm out.

(Uses syringe)

Right. With that, initial prophylactic treatment is a success.

I have a meeting this afternoon, so I won't bother either of you any further.

You're on vacation for a month, so live it up, Phantom.

See you.

She's gone now.

Phew... It seems I'm still not quite used to talking with Folinic. I always get so nervous...

Are you alright?

Fine, more or less.

Meow.

Miss.Christine

(She rubs against Phantom.)

Don't, now.

I'd like for you to rest well on your coming vacation.

Vacation?

I've never thought about it before. Vacation. What should I do...?

Erm, perhaps... see a movie?

If I were in your shoes, I might go and see one. And then I'd make a record of how I felt all the while.

During them, I always end up fantasizing for myself a life like the people in the pictures, and at the same time, in a contradictory way, I can feel how I truly breathe, outside of the screen...

Take care.

Fantasizing of living another's life is no good thing.

I understand. It's just that, it's a habit of mine, a way to relax.

And moreover... it's a little embarrassing to admit, but it seems as though there are some operators who very much like to read the things I end up writing...

I don't personally believe I write all that well, but if it's enough for everyone to enjoy, then I feel it might not be so bad this way.

I see...

Meow—

Miss.Christine

That tickles. Don't you... hm? What is this?

If I had to guess, she might want you to take a look at this leaflet.

'Wanted: Multiple staff members for a Multimedia Escape Experience event—'

'Staff required to take charge in planning escape rooms in whole, for an urgent and pressing adventurous atmosphere.'

'Staff required to plan deciphering and mechanisms within escape rooms.'

'Staff required to—'

'—act out roles.'

'Design (until opening) to last one month. Salaried for the duration, with three meals a day included.'

'Interested operators and staff aboard, please find details at the Human Resources Department.'

Multimedia escape experience...

I've heard it's a new manner of entertainment, one that emphasizes stimulating the senses and immersive experiences.

It seems as though... most escape experiences are themed to rely principally on elements of terror and suspense.

I'd seen one, some time before. Its theme was an underground labyrinth in Minos.

Truthfully, I wanted very much to give it a try.

But that day, the A1 Detachment's Operators told me after experiencing it themselves—

'It scared me to death!'

Yet, while they told me that, they seemed to be so happy.

(Fear, but with joy?)

(Hm... Enjoying being frightened?)

I didn't dare go back then, and now that I think of it, maybe I regret that a little...

Perhaps, this time, I can. Er, should I ask Weedy to come with me?

Miss.Christine, were you hoping for me to see this?

Meow!

Hm...

I believe I understand what you mean.

You're leaving, now? So, have you decided on where to go for your vacation?

Just some concept of it.

If the right amount of fear can serve to bring others merriment.

Perhaps... I can give it a try.