Episode 1: The Seaside Maho-Maho Kingdom
Yuuki and the members of Kaon crossed the sea on a ship and arrived at a seaside resort. Maho and the others had changed into swimsuits and were getting themselves ready on the beach.
Maho
To avoid taking in too much sunlight, we'll want to put up this parasol.
Maho
Okay, this should be good. It's been so long since our last outing, and everyone looks to be in good spirits. The breeze feels nice, and the weather is perfect for a dip.
Makoto
Pant, pant... I didn't think you would seriously have us bring all of the plushies from the guild house...
Kaori
It was a good warmup!
Makoto
Hey, Princess, why did we need to bring all of these plushies, anyway?
Maho
Makoto, these kids are our dear friends. It would not do to leave any of our friends behind.
Kaori
Maho really cherishes all of these plushies. It must be nice and lively, having so many friends!
Makoto
Yeah, I know that she really cares for all of the plushies. Well, I guess it's cute to see them all lined up on the beach like this.
Maho
I'm glad you understand how adorable they are, Makoto!
Makoto
I mean, yeah... It's not like I dislike things that are cute.
Kaori
Makoto likes to cuddle with those plushies a lot when she's in the guild house!
Makoto
Ahh, Kaori, I told you not to tell anyone about that! A-Ahem. Anyway, speaking of friends, Princess, you also invited Kasumi on this trip, but...
Makoto
Her answer was something like, "Thanks, but I'll have to decline. My books would be damaged if I brought them to the seaside."
Maho
Well, it's all right. It's too bad that we couldn't all come together, but now that we know that Kasumi is staying at the guild house to watch over things, we can relax and enjoy ourselves a little more here, yes?
Makoto
Well, that's true...
Yuuki
1. "Do you miss her?"
Makoto
Ah, what are you talking about!? That's not it!
Maho
And anyway, would you look at that?
Kaon
It's the ocean! I'm going swimming!
Makoto
Already!? Kaori's already diving into the ocean!?
Maho
See? It's nice to be able to enjoy ourselves to the fullest, don't you think?
Makoto
Yes, you're right. But, Princess, how'd you find out about this place? The ocean here feels really different than it does at the Marjan Coast.
Maho
You've heard Kaori talk about her homeland, yes? I looked for a place that seemed similar, so that she might be able to enjoy herself a little more.
Yuuki
1. "That was kind of you."
Maho
I'm glad to hear your praise, Mister Prince. Feel free to give me more, all right?
Maho
I'd love to hear what you think of our swimsuits today. Look, Makoto also seems eager to hear, don't you think?
Makoto
What are you saying, Princess!? Hey, don't stare at me!
Yuuki
1. "Both of your swimsuits are very cute."
2. "You both look sexy."
Option 1.
Makoto
S-Stop saying stuff like that!
Maho
Ha ha. As honest and straightforward as always, Mister Prince.
Option 2.
Makoto
Hey, just how are you looking at me!?
Maho
Mister Princess is a boy, after all. I'm glad to hear it, but it is just a little embarrassing.
End of branches.
Kaori
Hmm? What's going on? Why are Makoto and Maho's faces bright red? Well, never mind that, Yuuki -- come here! Let's go swimming together!
Kaori
Huh? You're still not good at swimming? That's right, you've lost your memories! But don't worry, I'll be there with you!
Later.
Kaori
See, the sea isn't anything to be scared of. If you just relax, you won't sink! All right, I'm letting go of your hand. There!
Makoto
Hey, Kaori! He's sinking! He's totally sinking!
Kaori
Uh-oh, just hang onto me! Don't panic, don't panic, just relax!
Kaori
Ha ha, have you calmed down? Then, could you loosen your grip? You're about to pull my swimsuit off.
Yuuki
1. "I'm sorry."
2. "Just a little longer..."
Option 1.
Kaori
Don't worry about it -- I shouldn't have rushed things! Just loosen up and relax...
Option 2.
Kaori
It's okay, it's okay. You must have been scared. Hold on for as long as you'd like. But I'd like it if you could loosen your grip just a little...
End of branches.
Maho
Everyone, you must be hungry by now, yes? Shall we return to the shore briefly for lunch?
Makoto
Yeah, sounds good.
Kaori
It'd be great if there were bitter melons around here!
Makoto
I thought you'd say that, so I brought some lunch boxes with us. It's a stir-fry with bitter melon -- or, at least, with the closest things we had back home.
Kaori
If you're the one who made it, Makoto, then I know I'll love it!
Makoto
C'mon, I'm not that great a cook. Huh, Princess, what's wrong? You're standing so still.
Kaori
Maho, what's wrong?
Maho
Why...
Makoto
Princess? What do you mean, why... Hey, what's going on here?
Kaori
The parasol is still here, so there's no way we have the wrong place, right?
Makoto
We did look away, but there was more than just this, wasn't there?
Kaori
But I don't see them anywhere...
Maho
All of them...
Maho
Where did all of the plushies go...?
Maho and the others were stunned. Of the plushies that had been lovingly arranged on the shore, not a single one remained.