Wild Nerd's Strange Life Saga

by WildMath55

The first part of the first season of Gensokyo Freelancer's History. Yasei found himself facing someone he didn't expect on his mission. Soon after that, he decides to leave Outside World and begin his journey to Gensokyo, the world where legends become reality. This is where his knowledge about Gensokyo will be tested. Can he survive? Will he challenge Yukari Yakumo in the end?

10. First Bridge to the Perfect Possession

AN : One of my friends in school asks me if I could remake Chapter 8 of WNSL. That puts me to a crossroad, and I decided to make a 'bridge' to Chapter 9. Only this time, I will write it on POV format. It's pretty rare, even for me. Since this is my first time writing in this format, let me know what you think. Memory Connection, open!

Wild Nerd's Strange Life Saga Chapter 8.5

First Bridge to the Perfect Possession

Yasei's POV

Two days straight without night sleep… Not like I have problems with that, though. When I was in Outside World, I often do that when I'm not assigned. Remember my self-introduction at the very beginning? Being the secret weapon of a law force instance means I must be prepared any time. But that doesn't mean I can keep on the long run of night shifts. That's why I only can hope this incident didn't occur for very long… Humans still need to sleep, you know… Even when they're used to night shifts. Oh, and by the way, I already promised that I'll try to ask Keine about another vacant house for Lucy and Rozie. It'll cause a huge fuss if I do it on day, so my only chance is now.

Human Village, Gensokyo

As expected. Keine and Akyuu are waiting for us. And my suspicion is right. The rest of the 'squad' is already here. Without wasting time, I decided to start with the plan.

"Hey Keine, do you know some place that has been abandoned in this village?"

"Why you're asking me about it all of a sudden, Yasei?"

"This is about Lucy and Rozie. I decided to bring them here because I can't leave them in the wilderness. You do hear about that, right?"

Both I and Keine fell silent for few seconds. If you're wondering what I mean, it's about Rozie. She's originally a dachshund owned by Luke back in Outside World. And that Luke I mention is obviously Lucy. By coincidence, I and Sanae met Richard-shisho few days ago, when we were talking about me. He is also the one who gives me assignment to protect Lucy and Vaati. The latter already has her house on Misty Lake. So to make it fair, Lucy also need some place to stay, since she is already exiled from Eientei and Moriya Shrine, and not only that, she also told me that she didn't want to go back to SDM either. It seems Keine finally got what I mean.

"Alright, but please don't tell any other villagers about this. We do have another vacant house apart from the one you currently live in. Only few that knows about this."

"Guide us, then."

We follow Keine to a place she conceals with her power. So the legend about her hiding the entire village by concealing its history isn't a bluff. Now that leaves me with one thing. What will we do if- Kh… Knowing Yukari, she'll found it out right away. I think I need to look at my map. Let's see… so this place is located at the exact end of the western gate… I got my house at exact end of eastern gate. Wait, that means…! Damn continental area of Outside World…

"Abandoned building again, Keine? I wonder why side gates aren't used as much as main gates…"

"Both side gates lead to dangerous places, and so far, only you and the guards that uses it."

"I see… Quite an unlucky draw, if I must say. But again, it's better than nothing. Thanks."

Even though Keine told me to stay casual, I just can't thank enough by words. Then I bow to her. Seems strange to you? Well, apparently Westerners has their own way of expressing gratitude, so I also bow in Lucy and Rozie's stead. Thankfully, she understands it, and returns the bow. When she finally left, I decided to help cleaning the place.

Lucy's House, Human Village, Gensokyo

The layout's pretty much the same as mine… Fortunately, there are two beds, fitting for them. Ugh… I don't think I can hold this any longer if I didn't avert my attention somewhere else…

"Hey Lucy, can I borrow the toilet? The symptoms are showing again."

"O-okay, Wild-kun…"

Needless to say, it's the same as before. When Lucy told me her past, I vomit blood for the first time. That's not a disease, but the result of the self-pact I made. Before you say anything, I already read The Outsider as well. But to think I meet her myself… It happens yesterday night, to be exact. I was with Hotaru and Hiroshi on the area near Misty Lake when she shows up with Vaati and the others. And she's very surprised when I speak English. And American English, at that...Make sense, though. She's American and I'm Japanese.

Lucy's POV

Still, to think Wild-kun would go that far to prevent himself from being called Gappy Stu… Not to mention even Reimu and that witchalso has their attention on him too… That reminds me with what Reimu said to me four years ago…

"This isn't just a game. Don't just think you can do whatever you like without suffering for it. Many outsiders come here acting high and mighty… and then I tell them of the last outsider who met a horrible death for trying to bend Gensokyo to their whims. Naturally, they respond by saying they'll be different from the last one, but actions speak louder than words. You're the first person to respond… like that. You actually seem like you'd be different from all the rest."

I wonder what Reimu will say to Wild-kun after she knew that he already has his own abilities… I think I'll save that for later. Rozie looks at me with concern. Four years of separation sure put quite a burden to both of us. We both fell silent for a moment. That is, until someone knocks the door.

"Lucy, can I come in?"

That's Vaati. Just how she even know about this building in the- Wait, she already knew it since she comes far earlier than all of us. (Wild-kun, Hotaru, Hiroshi, Arcluz, me, and Rozie) Better let her come in. Then I open the door.

Vaati's POV

I heard that Yasei asks Keine to find a house for Lucy and her dog. Well… not exactly a dog now. She became a cute youkai after these years… Not to mention that both her and Lucy are around the same age on physical appearances… I think he won't be able to stand it if I tell him about how Rozie came here… Oh, the door is open.

"Sorry for the inconvenience, Vaati. We're in the middle of cleaning."

"No, no. I just want to see your new 'house'."

"Well, it's not that much different with Wild-kun's house. Even the layouts are same."

"I can understand that. We were on his house yesterday."

"Certainly… That table girl even joins us there…"

Right, it does happen. Speaking about Hotaru and Yasei, that reminds me with Debut Showdown. Both are debuts? Check. Both aren't Guards? Check. And both are unorthodox fighters? Every notable character in Gensokyo is, but they're special case, since both are outsiders. So, it's a check. Now that I think about it, the letter Yukari get from Azathoth is quite… enigmatic, if I must say. Well, it takes an enigma to know another. Got my drift?

"So, where's Yasei? Is he sick?"

"No, he is in toilet. Apparently…"

I'd be lying if I didn't get shocked with what Lucy says. Guess what? She said that Yasei already made a self-pact and one of the effects is blood vomit. Talking about self-destruction…

"So he is 'sick'…"

"Hey, I can hear that!"

Yasei's POV

Darn you, Vaati… Good thing I'm still inside… If not, I might accuse you for talking behind my back, both literally and metaphorically. And also, I made that pact for specific reason, you know… That's because I already read that both you and Lucy get the same 'turning point', which is, transformed to girls.Really now… I think I must barge in.

"Guess Lucy already told you about my 'symptoms'… I'm sure you know why I decided to make that pact, Vaati."

"Certainly… Having a guy in Gensokyo will eventually lead to 'you know' moments, so you made a self-pact as counter-measure, is that what you want to say?"

I nod. No wonder Yukari calls her as well few hours ago. Someone as smart as Vaati seems to have alternate universe self too… That's very different with me and Lucy, who already experienced time-dilation effect… Wondering about what I mean?

"Now that I think about it… It seems you're the only Group 1 member that comes before Moriya Shrine relocation, Vaati. I think I should tell you my school life. This might explain why I'm immune against Sakuya's abilities."

Year 2001, in a middle school on Nagano Prefecture (Yasei's Flashback, Normal POV)

Right after the opening ceremony for new students, Yasei sits alone in the left most part of a park bench. He seems depressed because he's the only one who didn't have any parents. On the right most part of the same bench, he saw a girl with green hair sitting there. 'That girl… She's the one who gets verbal bullying as soon as she enters the gate…' Then he saw few delinquents moving towards the girl's direction. Few seconds later, they began harassing her. To the delinquents' surprise, Yasei stands up. 'I don't know why, but I get the feeling that I must help that girl.'

One of the delinquents walks to Yasei's direction, and sneers at him. "What do you want, you brat? Playing hero for this cute girl here? Too bad for you, she's ours." With an inaudible sigh, Yasei takes a step forward. 'I'm never good on talking with delinquents…' Each step he takes makes more delinquents coming to him, until he is fully surrounded. The girl watches it all in surprise. 'That boy… Did he intend to help me? But with this many delinquents…'

BGM (Linkin Park ~ Forgotten [Instrumental])

The same delinquent who faces Yasei first rudely speaks. "Heh, so that's your answer, brat. Boys, attack!" All of them charges at him. But they were surprised to see him moves rapidly, and he even managed to free himself from the 'siege'. Looking at the girl, Yasei asks her to 'assist' him.

"To be honest, I don't even know why I'm asking this. But I need you to lend me your 'inner power'. You can do that, right?" Again, the girl surprised. Unlike any school bullying cases, this boy didn't ask her to run, but to 'help' him with her 'inner power'. 'How did he know that I was born with godly heritage?' Her thought disappears when the boy shouts. "Now!"

The girl looked at the gohei she holds, and recites a simple miracle invocation while making a star pattern with it. Suddenly, a tiny tornado moves to the delinquents and knocks them away, but the boy didn't get harmed. And what's surprising her, the boy gives her a thumb. Most people tend to think their eyes tricked them when they saw this, but this boy seems thankful for that.

"Thanks for your help. By the way, I'm Sugaku Yasei. My class is 1-A." After introducing himself, Yasei motions the girl to do a hand-shake with him. She obliges and introduces herself in return. "No, I'm the one who should be thankful. You're the first person to trust me. My name is Sanae Kochiya. I'm 1-C class student. And I'm an apprentice shrine maiden." (She's a shrine maiden?!)

Present Day (Yasei's POV)

"Well, Sanae seems surprised at first, so I told her that I prefer to use romaji rather than western naming order. Good thing is, she understands."

"No wonder you give me that question, Wild-kun…"

Lucy seems to realize it now. And it seems one of Linkin Park song in my notebook is being played when I told them my school life. Forgotten, huh… I wonder why it plays at the right time... To Outside World, I'm being forgotten (thanks to Yukari), but to me…

"Around the exact same time when Sanae moves to Gensokyo, I feel like time flows rapidly while my body still intact, and suddenly, it's July 20th at 2017, more than 10 years gap. And when I look at the web headlines, it surprises me."

"What is it, Yasei?"

"The day I 'woke up' after the time drift is the exact same day of Chester Bennington's death!"

"Whoa! For real, Wild-kun?! That Linkin Park lead vocalist is really gone?!"

"Yes. That reminds me with the feeling I got when my parents massacred when I was a kid. And I'm sure you wondering why a song is being played when I told my school life. That's my tribute for the band, and since then, I become fond of its songs and downloaded it all until the latest album."

Whoa, whoa, whoa… It seems the direction is averted from my past to Linkin Park's current status. The band is still active, but I'm bringing Chester Bennington's 'memories' with me to Gensokyo. I'm sure you know what I mean. Better 'steer' it back to the right direction.

"Enough with Linkin Park. Actually, there's something I need to discuss with you two. It's about my Challenge Agenda. Fill in the points, Lucy." (Music stops here)

Lucy's POV

Let's see… Wild-kun's Challenge Agenda, is it? Looking at such planning in a simple file surprises me. He must've used his Memory Connections from May 2007 to end of 2017 to make this… Not to mention it keeps increasing by time.

"One thing disturbs me, Wild-kun. Why there are no single bosses from the Third Generation?"

"Oh, about that… Actually, I'd like to add them, but my current goal is to find out why I'm the one chosen to protect you and Vaati, Lucy. Plus, I'd be dead meat if I didn't act soon. Besides, this incident is the part of the Third Generation of Gensokyo."

That does remind me… Odysseus also said the same thing to us. From what Wild-kun told me before we go back to the village, he and Sanae also visited by the same person. Speaking about that shrine maiden, I wonder if she got her 'allowance' to assist us or not… And darn that knocking sound…

"I'll open it, Lucy-san."

"Okay, Rozie."

Honestly, I'm so jealous with Rozie. She got lucky since the tengu trained her very well, while I must go through a lot of shit just to be able to win against the small fries with exception of Cirno. I once despise her because that time, but Vaati told me that she was in rage because of the said 'Great Fairy Wars'. Exactly like the canon. Look like that fairy will be 'blinded' when she's enraged, unlike Wild-kun, who able to control it… Needless to say, when you're enraged, you'll get stronger for a period of time. And Wild-kun got the most boost from that…

"Speaking about it, Wild-kun, why you choose Byakuren Hijiri as your first opponent?"

"To put it simple, our fighting style is same, physical type with boosted stats. And I think I'd ask her to fight in MUGEN system. Not to mention that we both have same mindset and point of view."

No wonder he didn't afraid with danmaku madness… He's prepared for the worst outcome by fighting in MUGEN system, which most likely turns to a fight to the death… Make sense, since that ghost also listed there as the 'Queen of Death'…

"Lucy-san, Sanae-san is visiting us."

"Heekh?! For real?!"

Sanae's POV (few minutes before)

It took longer than I thought, but I finally got permission from Kanako-sama and Suwako-sama to assist Yasei and his party. Let's see… Knowing him, he'll surely take residence in the village. And thanks to his party efforts, the youkai I face now is less severe compared to yesterday. So, his house is on the eastern end of the village… Better give him this ruler soon, now that he finally lives gives this as a farewell gift on our last meeting in Outside World.

Just in time, I saw Hiroshi-san in the site of Dragon God statue. Better safe than sorry.

"Excuse me, Hiroshi-san. Do you know where Yasei is?"

"Oh, I saw him went with Keine-sensei, Thesda-san and her friend to the western area, Wind Priestess."

"Western area… It could only mean one thing. Thanks for the info. I'll be heading there."

It seems he managed to get a shelter for Lucy and Rozie. He didn't change a bit ever since we first met… Not to mention he's the one who awakens my inner power as miracle invoker… I still remember that day…

Year 2001, in Moriya Shrine, Okaya City, Nagano Prefecture (Sanae's Flashback, Normal POV)

Still can't believe about what happens in her school at the very first day, Sanae recites the same miracle invocation she made to help a certain boy, and the result is still same, a tiny tornado that moves according to her will. "Finally able to awaken your power, Sanae?" The girl looks around, and found out that the voice came from the roof. One of the enshrined deities is sitting there, watching the girl reciting the same miracle invocation over and over.

The said girl, Sanae, bows immediately as she saw the deity. Of all members of Kochiya family, she's the only one that could interact with the deities. It's surprising since she's the younger sister of Yayoi Kochiya. "Right, Kanako-sama. It surprises me at first, but I'm getting used to it now. You might don't expect this, but the one who awakens it is my new friend."

She didn't know that somewhere, her new friend, Sugaku Yasei, sneezes shortly after that. 'Really you, Sanae Kochiya…' (Note : So far, Yasei only introduces himself to Sanae.)

"Hmm…" Kanako seems interested by what Sanae said. She didn't say anything, though. "Um…Kanako-sama? If you could say how far I've been progressing for now, I'd be very grateful." With a hopeful expression, the latter waits for the 'judging'. (No other better words?) "That should be a good starting point. But I got feeling that we will lose our faith here in the future. You better train your power like you did now more often. Your grandfather can help you learn shrine rituals. Oh, and don't forget to talk with your sister. It looks like she's distancing herself lately."

'Onee-sama…' Concerned about her older sister, Sanae excuses herself by bowing to Kanako. Just when she is about to leave, the latter suddenly asks. "By the way, who is this friend you mention before?" The girl fell silent for few seconds as she hears that, before then answers. "It's a boy about my age. He's Class 1-A student. And his name is Yasei."

Again, at the same place, Yasei sneezes again. 'Oh, that's right. Sanae's a shrine maiden. She must've been interacting with the deities right now. Pardon my misjudging…' Relieved that he didn't have to worry about her talking behind his back, Yasei went back to Nagano branch of JPF and at the same time, Sanae went to talk with Yayoi.

Present Day (Sanae's POV)

'Onee-sama… Thanks for staying in our residence in Outside World. As long as you there, I don't have to worry about anything.'

It seems I've arrived at Lucy's new house. I didn't expect that the layout is same as Yasei's house, but that reminds me when Keine-san shows me around the village when I went there the first time. She even shows me the 'concealed' places, which now occupied by both of them. But still, Thesda-san… Look like Hiroshi-san is very polite and dedicated to his assignment. Without wasting time, I knocked the door, and Rozie shows up.

"Ah, Sanae-san. What bring you here at this hour?"

"Are Lucy and Yasei there, Rozie?"

"Yes, they're inside. I'll inform them."

Soon enough, she comes back. I could hear someone yells in surprise. Lucy must've been didn't expect me to come here…

"You can come in, Sanae-san."

"Then, pardon my intrusion."

One last thing I didn't expect is Vaati-san. She's there as well. And just like what Hiroshi-san said, Yasei is there, sitting and gathering info, which is his specialty. Speaking about gathering info, I haven't seen Fuma-san lately… And another thing that caught my attention is what he's reading. Might as well as seeing what the content is.

"What are you doing, Yasei?"

"I'm just learning about recent incident, Sanae. Thanks to Yukari and this magic-imbued modem, I able to get info from canonical Gensokyo regarding it. They always update their data on Touhou Wiki. And it seems some of the spin-offs are included as well."

Now that he mentions it, after Odysseus went away, we were discussing about that certain topic and Yasei opens FanFiction homepage shortly after that, saying that he already confirms it.

"The alternate universe theory…"

"Right, and so far, only Outsiders like us and Yukari that aware about this. By the way, is that the ruler I give to you before we bid our farewell in Outside World?"

"Yes, it is. You might need this, in case thing go rough, especially on the latter half."

Yasei's POV

So Sanae already reads the file I've sent to her… And to think she even brings my Iron Metric Sword here… That ruler is the relic of our Outside World memories and my weapon preference back there, just like Sanae and her gohei.

"Thanks for keeping this for me, Sanae. Now all I need is enhancing it with some crystals and few sparring with Hiroshi. Good thing we can rest for now."

"For now…? Mind telling me the detail?"

"We don't have to go to the concert stage until the fourth day. But that doesn't mean it's over. Besides, I'm still rookie here."

"I see… Speaking about which, after we depart, what did you do, Yasei?"

Dang… I didn't expect she would ask me about that! But thankfully, I do have done one last thing before having a time drift. The question is, should I, or shouldn't I tell her that. After few seconds, I pick the second choice. It's better than letting her know that I got time drift experience.

"It's about Yayoi-san, Sanae. You know, it pains me as well to not able to make you two meet each other for the last time. But at least I managed to locate her and give my message to her. Before you ask anything, I'll tell you the details."

May 18th, 2007, in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan (Yasei's Flashback, Normal POV)

BGM (Meramipop ~ Kaze no Uta)

Finally arrives at Yokohama, Yasei suddenly get a call from JPF HQ. "JPF Elite Agent Sugaku Yasei here." The caller turns out to be the JPF Commander. "Is this really an urgent thing for you, Agent?" The boy fell silent for few seconds, before then answers. "It is, Commander. I already made a promise with one of Kochiya family member to relay a message to their elder daughter. And if I didn't do it soon, I'm afraid this might not end so well."

"… Alright, best of luck, Agent." The call ends quickly, to his surprise. Then he realized why. 'Look like entire JPF know about my relationship with Sanae… But to think even Commander knows it as well… Now that I'm here, I better find Yayoi-san's university, fast!' Made up his minds at last, Yasei decides to continue with his personal mission, that is, meet Yayoi Kochiya personally, and relay a message to her. 'Good thing she was on the same middle school as both I and Sanae…'

After searching many universities, Yasei finally found the location. But, just before he enters, he feels another presence and frantically searching it, but to no avail. '… Sanae often told me about part of her duties and Moriya Shrine's main deities. Just now, I sensed two presences with polar opposite auras. Don't tell me…'

"So she already told you about us, Sugaku Yasei…" As he turns around, he surprised to saw two women there, and they wear 'unique' attires. With quick glance, he able to deduce their identities quickly, and bows to them. "Indeed." He didn't speak much, realizing that they already know him since middle school. The taller woman then speaks. "You must be the friend Sanae keeps talking to me. Also, you don't have to be that formal. As you already know, my name is Kanako Yasaka. And she's Suwako Moriya." To his surprise again, Kanako handshakes him.

"Consider that as our thanks for watching over her in middle school." Yasei hesitantly nods, and after he calms down unbelievably fast, he tells them his reason to come to Yokohama, as well as how he was aware about the internal conflict of Kochiya family in regards of divine heritage. "Initially, I didn't want to get dragged there, but after I went to Nagano branch of JPF and begin searching Japan citizen database, I found out that Sanae has an older sister, which is Yayoi-san. Pardon my rudeness, but I'm doing this for their sake, and nothing divine about this. So, if you two don't mind, I have to continue my mission, relaying a message to Yayoi-san, before it's too late. Whether I success or not isn't important right now. Then, excuse me."

With a bow, Yasei left and he enters the university. "Look like he cares for her far deeper than both of us thinks, don't you agree?" Kanako looks at the boy, and she smiles. She didn't expect that there is still someone like him. "Either way, what will you do, now that we manifest ourselves in front of him? You're the one who said that we must leave this world, Kanako…" Suwako sighs while putting her hands behind her head. "It is inevitable, indeed. And that boy aware about that as well, yet he still tries his best to reunite both Sanae and Yayoi for the last time, before their eternal separation. Don't you think that's worth rewarding? And speaking about it, I heard that boy also has a sister as well, though not blood related."

Inside university, Yasei asks the people there if they knew where Yayoi Kochiya went. Apparently, the said person spots the boy in the main hall. She runs to him and asks. "What are you doing here, Yasei-kun? Aren't you supposed to have a mission in JPF?" Without replying, Yasei drags Yayoi to the corridor, since this is regarding family matter.

"Yayoi-san, I need to tell you one thing, and it's not a good one. Sanae will disappear forever, so if you would come with me, you might be able to meet her for the last time. It's urgent, and…" He is interrupted by Yayoi's cold voice. "Forget about it. My grandfather didn't even care about me, so there is no reason for me to go back. Tell that to him."

Enraged all of a sudden, Yasei hits one of the lockers so hard that it bumps inward. "Don't you know what would happen to me if Sanae really left this world, Yayoi-san?! My memories with her might vanish as well! And I didn't even send this message from your grandfather! It's purely from my own heart! I refuse to leave if you didn't hear what I must say right now!" That makes Yayoi very surprised. She never thought that Yasei could be this angry. (Note : Believe it or not, Yasei just personify Linkin Park song, Faint, specifically after the second round.)

"Yasei-kun… I didn't mean it like…" It's her turn to be interrupted. "Like what?!" Thankfully, the boy calms down soon after that. "Just so you know, Yayoi-san, I have a sister as well. Her name is Iseya. We aren't blood related, but we share same family name, Sugaku. Both of us are orphans. She always calls me Onii-chan, almost exactly like how Sanae calls you, Onee-sama. Right now, she's in United States, and become UNA soldier. Sorry about my rudeness. I just didn't want you miss your last chance to meet Sanae, Yayoi-san. That's all I need to say. Then, excuse me." (music ends here)

Present Day (Sanae's POV)

To think Yasei would go that far so I and Onee-sama can meet each other for the last time… That also explains how he knows Kanako-sama and Suwako-sama as well, since his first e-mail to me mentions that. Speaking about that, both of them nod when I try to confirm he is really here. It seems Lucy overheard his flashback, and she's very surprised, too.

"Wild-kun…"

I was surprised at first, but after I look the dictionary I brought back then, it's revealed that 'Wild' is English equivalent of 'Yasei', specifically this kanji (野生), which happens to be how his name is written.

"I'm just as surprised as you, Lucy. I didn't expect that he would go that far for my sake…"

"Wait, Wilder-san really did that?"

Imagine how surprised Rozie is when I, Lucy, and Yasei nods at the same time, while looking at her. I feel sorry for that dachshund… Forcefully brought here by Yukari-san just because she wants to meet Lucy… Now that she mentions it, Lucy also forcefully brought here as well, unlike me and Yasei…

"Oh, that's right. You say that you get a rapier blueprint from Asuna-san, is that true?"

"So her name is Asuna-san… Yes, she's the one who gives me that."

Yasei's POV

Wait a second; did both of them mention Yuuki Asuna from Sword Art Online?! If I recall correctly, on the story regarding Vaati, specifically the second book of Fugere Illusion, it's revealed that all notable players there are transported to Gensokyo as well. I think I need to clarify it with Vaati.

"Is it true that the selected magical girls and virtual players were transported to Gensokyo during my time-drift experience, Vaati?"

"Indeed. And both of the groups are Elite Fighters themselves, just like you, Hiroshi, and Hotaru."

"Elite Fighters… I assume that means nearly all Outsiders with notable skills can be considered as one. So Mami Tomoe is here as well…"

"Yes. She, along with the other four, were transported here before the virtual players."

Oh, that's right. Since I already got my Iron Metric Sword back, might as well as teaching Rozie some lancer moves. Pun on 'lancer' part of freelancer, obviously…

"Hey Rozie, mind go with me to the training ground? I got my close-range weapon."

"Really? Does that mean we can train together, Wilder-san?"

I have to admit, Rozie really willing to do anything to be able to help Lucy and make her proud. Since I already assigned by Richard-shisho to watch over Lucy and Vaati, it wouldn't be hurt to help Rozie train herself. She's Lucy's friend, right? I nod and rub her head. She's just so cute…

"That's right, you cute dog. But before it, why don't ask Lucy to make a headgear for you first? It's not safe if the villagers found out about your real identity."

Sure enough, Rozie twitches her ears, and nods. When she finally enters the bedroom, Lucy drags me to the kitchen.

"Are you sure about this, Wild-kun? I didn't mean to offend you, but Odysseus only assigned you to protect both me and Vaati."

"Consider it my atonement for not being able to reunite Sanae and Yayoi-san for the last time, Lucy. I don't want to see anyone separated eternally without being able to say their farewell anymore. You do have some unused clothes, right?"

"Yes, and I also can sew the headgear you requested, since I already saw one."

"That of Ran Yakumo? Figures."

Lucy's POV

Wild-kun… I don't know how to say it, but you're just so damn nice… The last time I met such nice person is when Vaati spots me running away from SDM, and instead brings me back there she invites me to stay in her house until now, when I finally got a house with your help. Perhaps when all of this is over, I might introduce you to Hana.

"Speaking about which, Wild-kun, do you hear about another rumor apart from the current incident?"

"What kind of rumor? And it's apart from Joon and Shion?"

"Apart from them, yes. When we encountered that witch, just after she left, I could hear her muttering something, and I only got 'Arioch' part."

"Arioch…? Wait… Ungh…!"

"Hey, Wild-kun! Are you okay?"

I know Vaati told me and Hotaru to not interfere with this, but I can't just abandon him on this state. Thankfully, he recovers fast. What surprises me later, just like when we first dragged to this incident, is what he says afterwards.

"So it really happens… The 'Thought of Dolls' Trilogy… That's not exactly a rumor, Lucy. Marisa must've remembering about how she and Alice facing an automaton back before Eientei showed up on Gensokyo map, or in short, before Eternal Night Incident."

"I see… I assume you can 'connect' many memories regarding Gensokyo because your connection with the Moriyas, did I get it right?"

He nods, and motions me back to the living room. Sanae is still waiting there, and I suddenly realized why.

"Can I join your party, Yasei, Lucy? Kanako-sama and Suwako-sama finally allows me to assist you two, Vaati-san, Hiroshi-san, Hotaru, Arcluz, and the small fries squad."

"Why not? A member of Touhou Top 4 joins us sounds great, don't you think so Wild-kun?"

"Exactly. We'll resume our mission on the fourth day. Right now, we already enter the third day. We have until tomorrow to prepare ourselves. And again, give my regards to Kanako and Suwako, Sanae. Tell them we thank you for allowing you to join us."

Yasei's POV

All's well, you think? Sorry but you're wrong. We're not done with this yet. Like I said before, we need to prepare ourselves for tomorrow, and thanks to Touhou Wiki, we were able to plan our moves for better outcomes on incoming days. Since Yukari is involved in this as well, it seems like three-pronged offense if you count others, and both of us acts behind the screen, except Yukari will shows up eventually. Either way, I only can hope that we can resolve this incident.

AN : I didn't expect to include many shout-outs here…

First, from Sekken-ya ~ search&caved. When Yasei thinks about the certain legend of Keine hides Human Village's history, the video that accompanies the song is the first thing that appears on my thought. Apparently, it's canon, since Imperishable Night does mentions Keine did the exact same thing.

Second, Linkin Park. Yasei already explains that part for me, thankfully.

Third, MUGEN system. Again with this one… To put it simple, MUGEN system in Gensokyo is shown in IaMP, SWR, UNL, HM, ULiL, and AoCF. Unlike danmaku duels, this system includes physical contacts as well.

If you notice, I did mention about Fuma Mishandra from Book of Star Mythology, a danmakufu script by Oyasu Milka. That's the fourth shout-out and the fourth script from Milka. I heard the team is planning the fifth official script this year.

Did anyone read that Yasei opens Touhou Wiki? I do agree with him that Touhou Wiki has more info compared to its Wikia version. Don't forget FanFiction as well. That's the fifth.

Wondering about why Sanae has a sister on the flashbacks? I'm referencing the second episode of Hifuu Club Activity Record ~ The Sealed Esoteric History, and puts Yasei there for the sake of the whole plot, since in Chapter 2, he said that it's been a long time since he met Sanae. Plus, on the staff roll, I found out that both Yayoi and Yasei shares a kanji on their names. (弥生, 野生) Not to mention I revealed that Yasei has a sister as well… It's already the sixth, isn't it? (PS : If you open Wikipedia and type 'Moreya', you'll know why I put Moriya Shrine in Okaya City at Nagano Prefecture, on Outside World.)

Do note that since Vaati is included on WNSL, expect to find references from Fugere Illusion series, especially on the first two books. And as I said in the profile, I'm continuing Savato93's legacy by adding Lucy and Rozie here, since 'The Outsider' is gone for good... It's the seventh.

Last, Thought of Dolls Trilogy. Anyone must've thinking of Maybell when hearing about this manga series by Haniwa, right? Actually, Haniwa made another OC apart from Maybell. Automaton from Moon, Arioch. If I were to judge about her skills, she's ranked Extra at least. Probably that's why Lucy hears Marisa muttering about her.

Many shout-outs, indeed. Well, I don't know if this can be considered good or not… But at least, some efforts have been made. Since World Cup 2018 Russia is on the way, I've planned to make a FanFic regarding it. I'll resume writing WNSL once the world champion is decided. With that, goodbye for now, and see you in the World Cup 2018 Special FanFic.