Dead Or Alive: Crossroads
Episode 3: Working
The next day had arrived and I was making my way to Helena's room. But I noticed that Ayane was leaving her room.
Ayane, are you still going to be hanging out with us?
Ayane: Later.
Well, that was unexpected. I thought she enjoyed herself, yesterday. But oh well. I made my way to Helena's room and knocked on her door. It quickly opened and there she was, looking as beautiful as she always.
Good morning, Helena.
Helena: Morning.
Shall we get going?
Helena: Of course.
Helena walked out of her room and wrapped her arm around mine...just like yesterday. Like a man, I led the way, back to the beach. We walked outside of the hotel and made our way towards the beach. That's when I noticed someone. Another woman, most likely another guest Zack invited. She had pale, creamy colored skin, and had a voluptuous figure, with curvy hips and a large bust. She was of above-average height for a Japanese (at least, I'm guessing) lady and had a small beauty mark on the left of her chin. She had light purple eyes and also seemed to be wearing light purple eye-shadow. He bikini was a black sling swimsuit with a gold ring. I couldn't tell what was going on but she seemed to be in a bit of trouble.
What's going on here? The moment I arrived on this island, my wings disappeared...
I wanted to see if she was alright...but I didn't want to leave Helena's side. So I made the decision to check on her, later on. Wherever we were going, Helena wanted to lead me to a specific place. We finally showed up and she had a chair, with an umbrella all set up.
Helena: Thank you.
Of course. Is there anything I can get for you, Helena?
Helena: A drink, if you could?
I'll be right back.
I began walking off, going to fetch Helena her drink...though, she never told me what KIND of drink. While I was walking, I passed the Sports Shop (where equipment and swimsuits could be found) and made my way to Zack Of All Trades (which was my destination). I got there...and she was too. The woman I passed, while escorting Helena. Since I was already here, I might as well speak with her and see what the problem was.
I am quite hungry...I could use something to eat.
Could I fix that problem for you?
I made my way to the woman, as I stood beside her. Up close, she was even gorgeous. I'd go so far to say MORE gorgeous than Helena.
Mmm...you most certainly can. And you are...?
I'm the owner of this island.
Is that right? You have a name, handsome?
Uhm...unfortunately, I don't.
Awww, such a shame.
Allow me to get you something to eat.
Hoping to satisfy her, I hopped over the stand and started looking to see what I could find in here. While searching, I managed to find a drink that I could bring to Helena; Fruit Punch. Not that that was taken care of, I needed to find a meal for this beautiful woman. Suddenly...
What might that be, behind you?
Huh? You mean this?
Yes, what do you call it?
Uhm...it says here that it is a"Cabbage."
Give to me.
Without questioning her, I handed the cabbage over. And like a beast, she started eating away at it. I was impressed. She must have a major appitite.
Wow...
It was incredible. She ate the cabbage and still looked beautiful, doing it. That's when I noticed someone coming towards the stand. It was Helena.
Helena: There you are. I thought you would have returned?
My apologies, Helena. I need to find this woman something to eat.
Helena looked and saw her, chomping away at the cabbage.
Helena: Is that so?
And...WHO might you be?
Helena: My name is Helena Douglas.
Douglas, is it?
Helena: And may I ask who you are?
I am Nyo...tengu.
Nyo...tengu...?
Nyotengu: Yes. We are a class of mythical creatures from the yōkai family.
Yō...kai?
Nyotengu: That is correct. We appear in Japanese folklore, and are sometimes worshipped as, revered spirits or gods.
Hold on...was she serious? Is..."Nyotengu" expecting me to believe what she's telling us?
Helena: I have heard of tales of the Tengu.
So then...she's telling the truth?
Helena: It is hard to say.
Nyotengu: All that flows through my mouth is truth. And nothing more.
...?
Nyotengu: Tell me, handsome. What is your name?
Helena: Yes. I am quite curious of that.
Well...the thing is...I don't remember my name?
Nyotengu: Oh? Is that right?
Helena: Amnesia, is it?
According to Misaki, yes.
Nyotengu: Do tell. But first...
Nyotengu rose from her seat, sucking on all of her fingers.
Nyotengu: I must work off all of this food. You wouldn't know anyway for me to work off all of this food...do you, handsome?
Uhm...
I grabbed the piece of paper with all of the sights and activities on the islands and scrolled to see what she could do.
Well, there is this rock climbing activity that you could do...
Nyotengu: That settles it! I shall rock climb.
But I wasn't finished with the other options...
Nyotengu: Come along, handsome.
Nyotengu just started walking, looking as graceful as ever. Does she even know where she's going for the rock climbing? Helena and I looked at each other, shrugged and just followed her. Elsewhere, within another room, someone was just waking up from their sleep. It appeared to be a man. Strange...since I've never seen him around the island. Then, there was a sudden knock on his door. The voice that called out sounded like it belonged to a young girl. The man forced himself to get up and get out of bed. He had fair skin and blue eyes. He was a tall, athletic young male with spiky brown hair. He was wearing some black-and-red trunks with white hearts...and ONLY black-and-red trunks with white hearts. He walked over to the door and opened it. On the other side was a young girl, revealing to be Misaki.
Something I can help you with, kid?
Misaki: It is 10:00 a.m. and time to rise from the bed and out on the beach!
What's your point? I wake up on my own time, alright? Thanks for the wake up...but not necessary. Now goodbye.
With no respect, this guy just closed the door in front of Misaki's face. I mean, I know he was tired and wanted to sleep in...but jeez. As he was walking back to his bed, he suddenly stopped and formed a smile on his face. It seemed as though he wasn't alone. Someone else was in the room with him. 10 minutes had passed and this guy was finally getting dressed. He was now wearing a white hoodie with a pair of grey and green trunks.
And to think, your mortals are quite "skilled" at this.
Better believe it, beautiful. 'Cause I'm the best, when it comes to this.
Do you charm all women with this?
Only when I'm lucky. And only when she's worthy of it.
And how did you know that I was?
I could see the way you looked at me, when we walked in. You were interested.
Is that so?
So tell me, what's a woman like you doing here?
I was invited. A shrine maiden that I know was given the same invitation. She was unsure of it all, so she asked me to accompany her.
Well, look at you and your big heart.
And you? What brought you here?
The owner of this island; Zack. Dude called me up and asked me to come.
You know the owner?
Not really. I got him out a jam from a group of thugs. Said he'd repay me, one of these days. And for his sake, he had better been taking about cash.
Hm...you mortals. What you will not do for money.
It's how you get around these days.
Whoever this guy was, he sure seemed to be enjoying himself. Back on the islands, me and Helena were at the top of the rocky ledge, waiting for Nyotengu...who had finally made it to the top.
Nyotengu: Look at me! I won!
Uhm...how do you win, if no one else was racing?
Helena: What shall we do now?
Nyotengu: Why not spend some time and buy a gift?
For what?
Nyotengu: I would like my partner to accept my gift so we can become closer.
Who's your partner?
Nyotengu: Oh dear...it seems the little one has gona and run off.
What little one?
Nyotengu: Hm...what was her name again? Rose...?
Rose...?
Helena: Do you mean Marie Rose?
Nyotengu: Excellent guess, Helena.
You know who she's talking about?
Helena: She is referring to Marie Rose. She is a servant of DOATEC. And to me.
You have a servant!? What're you saying? That your rich?
Helena: In a manner of speaking.
Wait a minute...is Helena being serious with me? She's rich!? If that's the case, why doesn't she just hire someone to build her own private island or something...
Nyotengu: Pardon me, darlings. I would love to enjoy the rest of my day with you...but deep bond of my partner awaits. Farewell to you all.
Just like that, Nyotengu walked off, leaving us.
Well, now what? Anything you'd like to do, Helena?
Helena: I would like to check on Marie Rose and Honoka.
Honoka...?
Helena: A young one that I invited to the islands. Along with Marie.
Alright then, let's go find them.
Helena and I began walking into the palm trees and making our way back to the beach. Meanwhile, The new guy and his "girlfriend" were walking around as well. They came across someone who appeared to be troubled.
Excuse me...
Huh? What's wrong?
I need to go check on my friend.
Your friend?
Yes. The one I told you of? The one I invited here?
You're talking about the Shrine Maiden?
Correct.
Alright, sure. Where is she?
His girlfriend had pointed, in the open and he could see somebody. It was a young Japanese lady with amber eyes and long black (possibly) knee length hair tied in a topknot style ponytail. Like most of the other girls, she had a very voluptuous body and was well endowed. She was wearing a crimson string bikini with frills on the bottoms.
That's the girl you were telling me about?
Yes. That is her.
Well, what're we waiting for? Let's go and say hello.
Agreeing, the girlfriend was led by her boyfriend and the two walked over to the troubled japanese youth.
An invitation from Master Ryu...Forget about training for a while and go take a vacation? Why would he say such a thing? Hmm...Besides, I don't even know what to do on a tropical island...
Momiji!
The japanese woman turned around and saw the two lovers walking over to her.
There you are.
My apologies for making you wait. I had business to attend too.
Who is this with you? A friend?
Not exactly. Momiji, this is Kurtis Scott.
Kurtis: How's it going? Nice to meet you.
Momiji: Hello...
Kurtis and Momiji shook hands and it seemed they got along well...even IF they just met.
Kurtis: I gotta say, you pick the most good-looking friends.
Easy now.
Momiji: Now that we are on this tropical island. What do we do now?
Kurtis: What do you think!? We enjoy ourselves, have a little fun.
Momiji: But...how?
Kurtis: Wow...you are a trainwreck.
Momiji: Huh?
Kurtis: Allow me to show you what having fun is.
Episode: 3
To Be Continued...