You want to talk to me?
I'm just a gatekeeper…

You must have met many people as the gatekeeper?

Being here, I suppose that's true.
There was this one visitor before…

You came all this way to the castle just to talk to me? What a waste of time.

But your stories are interesting!

Hmm… Alright, this time I'll tell you about when the castle almost collapsed.
When was it…

You always look tired.

… I just naturally have sleepy eyes.
Though I may look relaxed, I'm keenly watching all visitors.<PAGE>
Alright, shall we start today's chat?

A gatekeeper's greatest enemy is time.
But you defeat it for me every time, haha.

Time flies when I'm talking with you.
A young lady who gets along with the gatekeeper - I'll put in a good word for you.

If you could speak with a bit more courtesy than now, the people in the castle would appreciate it more.

I'm starting to worry about your future.
Why not try meeting some of the other people in the castle now?

Who has come to the garden?

The fragrant scent of grass is so pleasant.
May I sit here for a while?

Of course. Please sit comfortably on this chair.

The garden is so beautiful.

Isn't it? Looking at this cozy space gives me a sense of fulfillment in maintaining it.<PAGE>
Please visit whenever you need rest, #이름#.

Hello sir, may I pick some flowers?

An uninvited guest in my peaceful garden… Please leave.

The gardener refused #이름#'s visit.

Hello, Mr. Gardener.

#이름#, welcome.

The gardener welcomed #이름#.

When spirits dwell in flowers and trees, they grow better.
Look here. It's in full bloom, isn't it?

Ah! So there are spirits here?

It just ran away because you pointed at it with your finger.

……

#이름#, you sit in that spot every time.

Yes, when I sit here and close my eyes, I feel like I'm in a forest.

That's the spirits' toilet.

……

Now that #이름# is here, shall we take a walk around the garden?

#이름# is too good a person to keep to the garden alone.
I'd like to recommend you to others in the castle as well.

The garden has become so lively.
Both the flowers and the spirits seem to like you quite a bit, #이름#.

The spirits here like people with grace.
Perhaps because they're similar to flowers?

Someone has come to see me?

I've come after hearing about the reputation of a just and brave knight.
It's an honor to meet you like this.

Ha ha ha! This one knows how to judge people.
Alright, I'll make time for you.

What should I start with to become good at combat?

A simple question. The most important thing is the foundation.<PAGE>
Swordsmanship and physical techniques can be considered that foundation.
Stay true to the basics.

Sir Knight, thank you for allowing my visit.

Oh, #이름#! You've come.

The elite knight welcomed #이름#.

Wow, such a huge sword! May I try holding it once?

Who let this kid inside?
Get back!

The elite knight chased #이름# away.

Knights are respected because they risk themselves to protect people from enemies.<PAGE>
Especially me, I stood at the very front and protected everyone.
There's no one around here who doesn't know of my exploits! Ha ha ha!

(I didn't know that…)

A true warrior!
Should not rely on petty tricks like magic!<PAGE>
Magic is something only cowards use!<PAGE>
Magic and such! #$@%&….

(Seems like he's been on the receiving end quite a bit…)

Ah, that region? I've been there.
Monsters from all directions…

Someone of your caliber might benefit from talking with others to improve your skills.

I'm impressed by your qualities.
If you continue to grow like this, you'll become someone great.

You're at a disappointing level to be evaluated as a warrior.
Shouldn't you at least be able to lift my sword?

Ah… I'm tired. Oh, what can I help you with?

<?Face=Smile>Hello. You must be busy with work, right?
Is there anything I can help you with?

I appreciate the thought, but I can't make a guest work.
Oh there, could you pick up those documents?

<?Face=Embarrssed>Yes, this one? Here you go!

Phew… Moving my body is harder than I thought.<PAGE>
Thank you for helping… Purr…

You're very busy today too. Is there anything I can help with?

It's #이름#.
Just let me finish this work…

The magic clerk welcomed #이름#.

<?Face=Smile>Hello! Your fur is so fluffy and cute, may I pet you?

Eh, suddenly what on earth… Please leave.

The magic clerk refused #이름#'s visit.

Since #이름# is moving around for me, it's finishing quickly.
Thank you.<PAGE>
It's been so long since I could bask in the sunlight at a desk without documents.
Purr… purr…

<?Face=Worried>(Ugh, I really want to pet them.)

Eh… I'm itchy but I can't reach it.<PAGE>
Under that hat, yes there… Purr…

<?Face=Worried>(Ugh, so cute.)

I'm much more free now.<PAGE>
Shall we have some tea?
Something not too hot…

Someone like #이름# could have high-level conversations with the high-ranking officials too.

#이름# is a really smart person.
I feel it every time we talk.

Magic office work requires high intelligence cultivation.
I guess I talked about things that were too difficult?

Do you have business with me?

<?Face=Idle>Hello, my name is #이름#. Could you spare me a little time?

#이름#… Yes, I'll spare some time. Come this way.

Miss #이름#, welcome. What brings you to me?

<?Face=Smile>I would be happy if you could spare me some time today as well.

Of course. I always want to share various stories with young friends like you. Come in.

The Grand Chancellor welcomed #이름#.

I haven't seen you before… Do you have business with me?

<?Face=Smile>Hello! If you have a moment, would you like to talk with me?

I'm sorry, but I have important matters to attend to and can't spare the time.

The Grand Chancellor rejected #이름#'s interview.

So, what story would you like to tell? Or is there a story you'd like to hear?

<?Face=BigSmile>How about stories related to your work?

It might be a bit boring and stiff… but making it interesting is my skill.

Administrative or political talk would be boring… How about the history of the demon realm? It's like old stories.

Your brightness can shine even brighter when combined with experience and knowledge.

Governing the demon realm requires such brightness. If you polish your abilities well, an opportunity might come someday.

I hope you learn the history of the demon realm and gain various insights.

It may be somewhat rough and chaotic, but thanks to that, diversity has been recognized and various cultures have been accepted and prospered.

You want to learn about politics or administration? That's admirable, but it seems a bit early yet.

Time with a bright young person has a good influence on me too. You're welcome to visit anytime.

If you could speak more coherently, this time could have shone even brighter.

What brought you here… If you have something to say, speak.

<?Face=Idle>Hello, Mage. My name is #이름#.<PAGE>
<?Face=Idle>I've come to receive your teachings and broaden my knowledge.<PAGE>
<?Face=Idle>If possible, could you spare me some time?

I see… This magical power was yours.

#이름#, I've also become interested in you, so I'll spare some time.

<?Face=Idle>Hello, Mage. It's #이름#.

The ripple of mana told me you had arrived. Come in.

The Archmage welcomed #이름#.

The mana is swirling wildly… Something is approaching.

<?Face=Smile>Hello, Mage. Your beard is cool! Would you like to talk with me?

… Such tremendous rudeness I haven't seen in a long time. Please leave.

The Archmage rejected #이름#'s interview.

After looking at mana for many years, there comes a moment when you have the illusion that you understand its flow well.

But this is a very dangerous illusion. Always, the moment you first feel you understand is the most dangerous.

Those who study magic must never forget to prioritize stability and preparedness above all.

Interested in magical tools? Tsk tsk tsk… There's no winning against children's pure curiosity.

However, they're too dangerous to play with carelessly. It would be best to ask me how to use them first.

When you approach, I always detect a strange flow of magical power. You don't seem to be aware of it yet.

Someday when you feel you cannot control your mana, come find me. We'll need to find a way to suppress it somehow.

I hope you maintain your interest in magic and continue your research. It will surely help you on your path forward.

You should follow the path of a mage. Come find me anytime and I'll give you the advice you need.

Indeed… The mana flowing through your body is interesting. Though your magical aptitude is not so much. That's unfortunate.

Hmm, are you here for a tour? It's been a while since we had a tour student at the Demon King's Castle.

<?Face=Idle>Hello. #이름# seeks audience with Your Grace.<PAGE>
<?Face=Idle>I've come to learn from Your Grace's wisdom and broaden my knowledge.<PAGE>
<?Face=Idle>Could you spare me some time?

I see. Normally it would be difficult to spare time, but today seems fine.

Welcome, #이름#. I just heard that you were coming.

<?Face=Idle>I have more and more questions, so if you don't mind, for a moment…

Haha, that's fine. Let's share various stories today as well.

The Regent Deputy welcomed #이름#.

Hmm, are you here for a tour? It's been a while since we had a tour student at the Demon King's Castle.

Hello, Your Grace! My name is #이름#! Do you have time?

… Is anyone outside? Please escort this tour student out.

The Regent Deputy rejected #이름#'s interview.

It's been a really long time since we had a young tour student like #이름#. What should I talk about first…

I wanted to ask what Your Grace does here.

Hmm, this is where we oversee the entire administrative system that governs the demon realm. Currently, I'm standing in for the absent Demon King.<PAGE>
And sometimes when future leaders of the demon realm like you visit, we have small conversations like this.

If you have any questions in the future, feel free to visit anytime. It would be good to organize your questions in advance.

The most important goal in this kingdom right now is maintaining order. To prevent any unfortunate incidents during the Demon King's absence.

Still, everyone in the castle is cooperating, so I can say… for now, that things are being maintained well without major problems.

I also have a child about your age. Speaking like this suddenly makes me miss them.

The way you look around with eyes full of curiosity seems quite similar. I hope you continue to shine like this.

What would you like to learn today? Or if you have any opinions, feel free to share them.

Did you enjoy the tour? I hope you'll visit often and learn various things.

This is the highest facility in the castle. If you learn basic dignity and speaking skills, it will help with your tours.

Eh? What crazy person left a kid alone like this?

<?Face=BigPout>I'm not a kid! My name is #이름#!

Cheh~ You are a kid! Anyway, what business do you have with me?

<?Face=Idle>Tell me something funny!

What, you want to laugh? Is life hard?

Hey kid! What brings you to me today? How did you know I was here?

<?Face=Smile>It's obvious where a jester would be. Tell me something funny!

Cheeky brat, well… fine. There's a story I heard last time.

The jester welcomed #이름#.

Eh? What crazy person left a kid alone like this?

<?Face=BigSmile>I'm not a kid! My name is #이름#!

How laughable, you're just a plain kid. Go away, this body is devoted to the path of art today as well.

The Jester rejected #이름#'s interview.

A jester, you see, just needs to be funny, that's it. There are various methods. Tricks? Songs? Dance? Magic? Or all of them?

The important thing is, it needs to be funny AND enjoyable.

<?Face=Worried>Isn't that the same thing?

They sound similar, right? But they're actually not. You should think about it carefully.

<?Face=BigSmile>Pfft, puhahaha!

What, was what I said that funny?

Kuhkuhkuh, if you can laugh like that, you're ready to make others laugh too. Someday, that is.

You want to be a jester? Are you serious? You'd better give up~

Why? It seems fun and funny, making others laugh seems rewarding.

Making others laugh is harder than it looks, you know? It's good to be interested, but don't get too absorbed.

A jester's life? Making everyone laugh while being bored alone, I'd say.

You seem pretty good at it, maybe we could work together laaaater? Or not.

Isn't it a bit unfair to just laugh and leave? How about developing some sense to make me laugh too?

Oh my, who are you? I haven't seen you before.

<?Face=Idle>Hello, Your Highness. My name is #이름#. Could you spare some time for me?

Your Highness? What an interesting child.<PAGE>
Alright, sit and rest for a while.

#이름#, we meet again? What brings you here today?

<?Face=Smile>If Lady Linne doesn't mind, I'd like to have a conversation.

Do you enjoy being with me? I'm glad, come this way.

The Consort welcomed #이름#.

Oh my, who are you? I haven't seen you before.

<?Face=BigSmile>Hello, um… I… the Demon King's second! Would you like to talk with me?

Hmm? What a bewildering child? Who on earth let this one in? Now, please go outside.

The Consort refused #이름#'s audience.

<?Face=Sad>Um… I'm not sure how I should address you…

Do you know who I am?

<?Face=Embarrssed>Ah… um…

…Hahaha! Just call me Lady Linne. My name is Linne.

<?Face=Surprised>Would it be alright for me to call you that?

You could call me sister too?

<?Face=Pout>I'll call you Lady Linne.

Alright, you don't need to be so uncomfortable. It's okay to treat me like a sister.

I was once very interested in artistic activities too… mainly appreciation though.

When I appreciate good works, I unconsciously want to help those artists.

<?Face=Surprised>Help them? How?

Well… it's called patronage. Artists usually lack money.

When you're always surrounded by beautiful things like me… you can get a bit tired of it.

But the Demon King wasn't like that. No matter how much I looked, I never got tired of it.

I'm not saying the Demon King is like an art piece, but that's what I mean.

<?Face=Worried>I don't really understand what you mean…

You don't need to understand yet. Someday you'll naturally come to know.

Welcome, since you're here, rest comfortably.

When I spend time with you, I feel a bit lighter… thank you every time.

It's not that I dislike it, but I'd appreciate if you could empathize more with what I say. I like children with rich sensitivity.