World Log 4: Against Time (3/5) Archie: We're back, and the case is closed. Mathilda: How did that go? Archie: Not very good. We found out that the murder was actually caused by the killer's reckless behavior! The victim literally died for nothing! Mathilda: That's...wow. I always knew Carlos could be guilt-free in any situation, but this...this tops it all. Mathilda: But what's done is done. I hope he gets a fair sentence in the hands of the local court. Mathilda: Now, let's get back to the task that led us to Alice Springs in the first place. Ran, can you track down Elsie for us? Mathilda: Hello? Ran? Yun: Oops, looks like she forgot to tell you this, but Ran's finally coming to see us! Mathilda: Isn't that what she do everyday? Yun: No, like offline! We will finally meet her in person! Isn't that cool? Mathilda: How? Yun: Long story short, she finally accepted Astrid's offer to pay for her plane ticket! As for her correspondence school, she has her aunt picking up her graduation certificate. If my calculation is right, she should be on flight already, that's why she is inactive for the past hours. Mathilda: Okay, I'll admit. That's actually a good news, even for me. Mathilda: Anyway - can I trust you to track Elsie down, Yun? Yun: Actually, that's why I'm here! I captured Yin's signal somewhere near the desert park, and another one from Elsie's phone could be seen soon after! My brother must've found her already! Mathilda: That's good. Finally, he's useful for once. Mathilda: Detective, take Archie with you and find Yin immediately! We're one step closer to find the lost mask! --- Yin: Archie! Detective! Archie: Yin! Glad to see you in apple pie order! Elsie: I'm sorry? Archie: You don't get it? Uhh, nevermind then. Archie: So? Did you guys find anything? Elsie: Yes, we did find something. Not the mask, though. Yin: Detective, I think we've just found one of Enigma Group's secret hideout! And it's right below our feet all along! Archie: What? It's here?! Archie: What if it's dangerous? I forgot to bring my gun- Yin: Don't worry, Archie. Ella was kind enough to help us inspect the insides of the bunker. Yin: I hope you have your headlight fully charged, Detective. It's going to get pretty dark from here... --- Ella: Finally. I was freezing cold here. Elsie: Sorry for the wait, Ella! We have to wait for backups! Ella: Don't worry about it. Let's just get this over with so I can get back to my night shift. Archie: Don't worry, Ella, this will end before you know it! Yin: I won't be so sure if I were you. This place looks huge. Elsie: Should we split up? Ella: Hell no! I don't want to get infected! Archie: Alas, it seems like I can't call anyone here... Elsie: What? We're only a few steps away from the stairs to the surface, how are you losing connection already? Archie: No, not that. My phone just died. See? Elsie: You're funny. Yin: Don't encourage him, you'll only make things worse. Ella: What should we do now? Elsie: I'll head back up to call the quarters. You guys can have a look around in the meantime. Detective, would you mind coming with me? Ella: Make it quick, okay? I'm getting claustrophobic. Elsie: I will, I promise. Good luck, guys. Yin: Well, let's not waste the opportunity. Let's do a full search! (Several minutes later) Mathilda: The sun is about to rise. Where the hell are they? Mathilda: That's it. I'm calling Matthew. Matthew: For what? Mathilda: Ah! Matthew Howard McArthur, for God's sake! Stop jumpscaring me! Matthew: I'm not. I was here the whole time. Matthew: Is it time? Mathilda: Yes. I'm worried about them. What if they got attacked? I cannot bear to witness another Niko situation! Matthew: I understand. Come, let's go find the agents. Yun: Uhh...Mathilda, it's Mrs. McBain... Mathilda: Hand me the phone. Mathilda: What's wrong, Valerie? Mathilda: ...for God's sake. Alright, thank you. Matthew: What's wrong? Mathilda: This- Yin: Mathilda! Mathilda: Yin! Archie! Detective! Where have you guys been? Ella: Well, we just found Enigma Group's hideout! And it's oddly connected to the back area of Sydney Opera House! Archie: Of course we weren't going that far, they just happened to put a map of the bunker, and Yin is a map expert... Mathilda: Funny you mentioned that, because Valerie just requested to see us at the Opera House right this instant. Mathilda: Prepare your weapons, everyone. I have a feeling this will escalate in a blink. To Sydney!
World Log 4: Against Time (2/5) Valerie: So, you killed Miss Johnson, Ella? Ella: Yeah. Well, I would've been infected if I didn't, though! Valerie: What do you mean? Abyss: Ella discovered that Layla was brainwashed by Enigma Group, and therefore did what any other Mystery Society agents would do: free them. Valerie: I see. While murder is a serious problem, you did it as self-defense. You're forgiven, Ella. Ella: Wait- really? Valerie: Yes, just be careful the next time you met someone. You're MS-ADA's best ranger, Ella. And we don't want to lose you. Ella: Yes, ma'am. Thank you so much! Valerie: You're welcome. Alright, Ella, you can go to the IT lab. The Thompson twins are expecting you. Abyss: Why? Valerie: Oh, just a monthly maintenance of Ella's communication devices. Every rangers, detectives and low-tier agents of MS-ADA have to do this to keep updating their data. Abyss: Okay then. Anyway, now that we solved Layla's murder, we can focus on the task at hand. Abyss: Which, Mathilda must've forgot to tell you this the first time we landed in Australia. Back in Dublin, precisely in a multipurpose laboratory occupied by Enigma Group, we found a map of the world, with three red circles highlighting some places on Australia. The Opera House, Alice Springs, and Great Barrier Reef. Abyss: We suspected that those three locations might also be occupied by the said group. Valerie: I don't know about that, but Lady Avery once called me to the Opera House for a quick chatting session. Although I saw no signs of Enigma Group members, she still suspected that they want to overrun the place. Abyss: Why would they want to do that, though? Valerie: Well, it's been four days since I last heard about that, and at that time, the lady's still alive, and her mask was still in its place. Maybe the mask was their target? Abyss: But someone else already took it days later, the very day where she got killed. Harvey: Valerie McBain! Valerie: S-sir! Is something the matter? Harvey: Quit the talking! I know you lost the opera mask you were supposed to protect! Harvey: In this very agency I lead, with dozens of branch organizations around the world, all agents must be responsible for their jobs, that simple! And you screwed it up! Abyss: Mind if I interrupt, sir? Harvey: Ugh...Mr. Woolf, can you and Detective leave us here for now? Abyss: Can I ask you something first? Harvey: Only one question, then you can go. Abyss: Alright. This should be pretty easy for you to answer. Abyss: (*sigh*) Why did you trust an opera mask to a non-theatrical agency? What does that thing do, exactly? Harvey: Well, you see, it's made by the previous chairwoman as a cover-up for a mini chip that contains all sorts of data regarding us, the Mystery Society. Whether the list of active divisions as of now, agents, everything. Abyss: That's it? Why do people want it so badly? Harvey: I told you, only one question. Abyss: Please, sir. I promise this will be the last question. Harvey: Fine, if you insist. As you know, the Mystery Society has been working under the shadows for years. That also goes to all existing branch organizations, except for the seven leading divisions of the agency. MS-WED, MS-NADS, MS-THA, MS-SEAD, MS-EIB, MS-ADA and MS-NFA-National Force of Africa. Harvey: If our existence is discovered by the wrong hands, there could be two possibilities. One, chaos. Two, manipulation. Abyss: What does that even- Harvey: That's enough questions, Mr. Woolf. Get out! --- Lucas: Is it true that Mr. Scholar is currently in Valerie's office? Abyss: Yes. Apparently, us losing contact with the opera mask is bad for him. Mathilda: What exactly does that goddamn mask do that even Harvey wants to protect it with every cell of his body? Abyss: It's- (Lucas's phone rings) Lucas: One second, guys. Hello? Elsie? Lucas: She's having a meeting with the global chairman at the moment. What do you want to tell her? Lucas: What? Okay, I'll make sure to tell her. Thank you, Elsie! Lucas: It's about damn time! Our mission coordinator might've just found the mask's location! Abyss: Really? Lucas: Yes! I traced the call, Elsie is currently in Alice Springs, so the mask must be there! Mathilda: How can we know that we're not hitting the wrong target like before, Lucas? Lucas: This time, it's bullseye hit! Trust me! Mathilda: Alright then. Once Valerie and Harvey are done with their discussion, we should inform them about the discovery. Lucas, the MS-WED will head to Alice Springs first, the MS-ADA can back us up if necessary. Lucas: Of course. Good luck, guys!
World Log 4: Against Time (1/5) Mathilda: That was quick. Did something happen? Yin: We found Rosalina's killer, only for them to disappear right in front of our eyes, taking the opera mask with them! Mathilda: You lost them?! Who even are they? Yin: I have no idea, but she seemed to know Detective well. Said they met each other back in Redville City or something like that. Mathilda: ..... Mathilda: Detective...did you just encounter Kayla? Matthew: They did. I saw it. Mathilda: Matthew! For God's sake, how many times do I have to tell you to always knock at the door first? Matthew: Do I have to while doing my job? No, right? Matthew: Anyway, to answer your question about Kayla, apparently she took the identity of William's dead sister for disguise. She even managed to steal Rosalina's opera mask without getting caught. Mathilda: Great, just when I thought that Enigma Group was already a pain in the neck. Valerie: Detective, I came here as soon as I received your message! What happened?! Mathilda: Apparently, Rosalina's killer escaped. And they took the opera mask with them. Valerie: What? This is terrible! We have to find it, no matter the cost! Matthew: Let me ask you something, McBain. Valerie: I'm sorry, who are you again? Matthew: Mathilda, did you forget to tell her about me? Mathilda: I can confidently say no. Valerie: Oh right...you're Mathilda's younger brother...sorry, you reminded me of Lady Avery so much... Matthew: It's okay. Now, answer me. What exactly is the purpose of that very mask to exist? And what makes it different than any other? Valerie: Well, it is a very valuable asset of Mystery Society, trusted to Lady Avery for full protection. Matthew: Why? Valerie: I have no idea. When Harvey gave the MS-ADA the mask, he only said that it's a very special item and must be protected at all costs. I didn't ask questions. Matthew: So you don't even know? Pathetic. Mathilda: Matt, please. Matthew: Sorry, I couldn't resist teasing her. Valerie: It's all right, Mathilda. But we have to retrieve that mask, fast! Harvey's going to kill us! Lucas: Sorry to interrupt, everyone, but I think we've just found it. Matthew: And you three are... Lucas: I'm Lucas Fletcher, MS-ADA's senior technologist. This is Freya Thompson, my assistant, and this is Joseph, her twin brother. When it comes to tracking down some stuff, we're the ones to call! Freya: Quit the introduction! We caught a signal near Freshwater Beach in the town of Manly, seemingly from the opera mask we're looking for! Joseph: Honestly, we're still not sure if it's really the mask or not, but sometimes we have to take the risk. Lucas: Oh, come on! My technology never fails! Valerie: Now now, Lucas. So we can't be sure that if we're hitting the right prize or not, but it doesn't hurt to try. Mathilda, can I trust you and your agency to return the mask safe and sound? Mathilda: You can count on us, Valerie. Abyss, Trisha, Archie and Yin, come with me. Matthew: Good luck. You will all need it. Niko: ..... Niko: (semi-brainwashed) Live while you still can. Soon enough, everything is going to head south.
World Log 3: Override (4/4) Rafaela: Niko is infected?! Abyss: Unfortunately, the damage was done before we even figured it out. Archie: Wait, he doesn't look like those brainless sheep, though? Niko: I guess I was just lucky to not receive the lethal version, one that could instantly affect my being. Lydia switched the vials in the last minutes. I think it was the weaker version of the serum that she injected into my body. Niko: But still, it's not something I would cheer on. It's still the same serum, so sooner or later...I will lose myself. Raúl: Niko... Abyss: Hold on a minute. Niko, the serum did take control of you earlier, after I shot your sister in the shoulder. Niko: Yeah, I know. It seems like the serum in me can only be activated in some specific circumstances. Maybe, whenever I feel threatened. Mathilda: What serum? Abyss: Mathilda! Where have you been? Mao: We just came back from the lab. Maya and Sullivan have managed to hack into the security system, while Raphael and Matthew are still out there arresting the rest of Enigma Group members, including the scientists who worked on the brainwashing serum. Mathilda: Now answer my question. What were you all talking about? Niko: I...I'm infected, ma'am. Mathilda: What?! Are you alright? Niko: For now, yeah. The one I received wasn't fatal, but it'll grow stronger as time passes. Mathilda: I'm sorry...I should've protected you... Niko: No no, don't be sorry! It's mostly my fault for snooping around the laboratory without telling any of you. Mao: Wait, are you currently experiencing Late Night Syndrome at the moment? Niko: Respectfully, Mr. Sovann, I don't think that's my case. The serum was inserted into my bloodstream exactly four and a half hours ago, and I should've been brainwashed already at this rate, even if I did experience the syndrome. Niko: As long as I know how to control myself, I'll be fine. At least, I hope so. Matthew: Another serum holder? Now this is interesting. Mathilda: Just you? Where's Raphael? Matthew: (takes off mask) Huh? I thought he was with you. Mao: No, he said he's going to help you arrest those criminals. Matthew: That's strange. I didn't even see him while I was arresting those creeps. Raphael: Maybe that's because I was on the other side of the building. Raphael: Anyway, sorry for the wait, you all. I brought the scientist here. William: (adjusts glasses) It's William, if you don't mind. Astrid: Willy! Are you okay? William: Yeah, I'm fine. I just got here, so I don't really know what happened, nor do I care. Mathilda: Good, because the laboratory is now available for you to use. William: Yeah, well, I went there with Mr. Lavigne earlier. William: Look, I know y'all are agents and everything, but seriously, you didn't have to do this. What I need is a sample, not a whole place! Mao: So ungrateful. William: I'm not saying that. It's just too much, but you do you, I guess. William: Anyway, Mr. Lavigne was kind enough to show me the creation chamber, where the serum was first produced. I was able to get my hands on some of them for testing. William: Apparently, half of my conclusions were right. The concoction is indeed a mix of Xanax and Ativan, but with a touch of a chemical compound that I cannot identify thoroughly. I do know it's supposed to endure the original effects of the main ingredients, though. The two by themselves makes separate side effects to a human being, and the third drug acts as a painkiller. William: Those who received the serum will feel nothing at first, but after some time, the painkiller will slowly wear off, while the main culprits are eating their way to the brain. At this rate, Ativan will numb the entire body, weakening them for some time, while Xanax reduces the person's consciousness one by one. Niko: What about the weaker version of the serum? William: It will take longer than the normal version to fully control your entire being, but the end results are inevitable in the end. William: Unless...if I can override the serum's brainwashing effects somehow. Raúl: You can try, because Niko here is already infected. William: I know, Sherlock. That's why he asked that question about the effects of a weaker serum, no? Niko: Am I really that readable? William: Take a wild fucking guess. William: Anyway, I'll try to find a way to counter this serum. Like I said, the weaker serum inside Niko's body will take a longer time to eat his entire brain tissue, so there should be enough time for me to figure something out. Raphael: On the other hand, Matthew and I found something that could be a veritable lead for us. Matthew: Finally, we're getting to it. Matthew: In the testing chamber, we found a map pinned to the wall with seven red circles highlighting some interesting locations. Matthew: Why did I say interesting? That's because we've been to four of them. The Guadalajara Cathedral in Mexico, Fashionista Studio in Thessaloniki, the bakery in Munich, and lastly, this multipurpose laboratory. Mathilda: What exactly are you trying to tell us here? Matthew: I don't know, but my intuition tells me that those are the places occupied by Enigma Group. Trisha: I mean...both Fashionista Studio and this very laboratory we're in at the moment, they belong to Enigma Group. But Archie and I found nothing on the other two aside from two dead people whose killers were members of Enigma Group. Mathilda: What are the other three? Matthew: That's the thing. They're all in Australia, specifically the Sydney Opera House, Alice Springs, and the Great Barrier Reef. Mathilda: If those three places are what Matt said, we have to check them out. Besides, even now we still have more questions than answers. Mathilda: Raphael, Mao, Maya, the MS-WED will take it from here. We'll head to Australia, you three can take care of the rest. Maya: What about this laboratory? Raphael: Fear not. My agency's sub-division will know what to do with the place once I give them a legal warrant. Mao: In that case, I should head back to Cambodia as well. I'll inform the other Asian divisions about our findings. Maya: Are you sure you will be okay on your own, Mathilda? Mathilda: Yuh, I'm sure. And we're not alone. I know a colleague in Australia that can help us with this problem. Matthew: Unfortunately, Mathilda, even though we're heading to the same place, I'm afraid that you have to go without me. Duty calls. Mathilda: I understand. Be safe, okay? Matthew: Will do. William: Wait a second! Y'all just going to leave me here? Mathilda: Of course not. Get in the jet, you're coming with us. William: Well, I appreciate the offer, but I came here with my teleportation watch, and I can go back to my place the same way. Astrid: But Will, what if you got hurt? What if Enigma Group knows about your connection with us? William: I can take care of myself, Mom. Don't worry. Mathilda: Unfortunately, that's an order. The enemy group might've discovered your dealings with Mystery Society, and being alone will increase the risk. William: What? Since when did I say I receive orders from someone other than my mother? Astrid: Willy, please. William: Fine, I suppose I'll board the plane. But after this, we're even. Mathilda: It's settled, then. Everyone, we're leaving for Sydney in an hour, make sure to leave nothing behind!
What's up RU-vid! Trixie here 💫 Apologies for my inactivity on this CC season for the past months, it's all because of my school life. But now, I'm back, feeling motivated as ever! Expect more cases (and chapter videos) to come out soon! 😇 - TheOnlyJester 🌹
World Log 2: Wandering Agents (5/6) Archie: Wait, let me get this straight. Anthony was controlled? Mathilda: Yes, and we would die if only Matt didn't save us. Matthew: You're welcome, big sister. Matthew: Oh, by the way, you're looking for The Shadow, right? Well, congratulations, you found him. Archie: Wow. Very surprising. Mathilda: Why the face? Did you actually- Archie: I didn't. A little bird named Ran did. Ran: Hey there, Mr. McArthur. We meet again. Matthew: Matthew. And yes, nice to meet you too. Mathilda: How did you do it, Ran? Ran: Technology, and a little bit of a clever deduction. Mathilda: Are you calling me stupid? Ran: No. Matthew: Anyway, we need Anthony's body to be autopsied. Ran: Yeah, you sent his body to Astrid already. Gosh, where's Rafaela when you need her? Mathilda: Probably experimenting with chemical liquids again. Matthew: That's...concerning. Ran: Oh trust me, you haven't seen the worst of it. She once exploded the entire lab. Not sure if that's a fact or cap, but I only need one look at the person and immediately realized the news is no joke. Trisha: Eh, at least she's still somewhat normal. Look at Yoso. He swears whenever he gets the chance for absolutely no reason! One time he would yell at me for spilling my coffee all over his paperwork, and I'm still traumatized by it! Archie: Raúl is more dangerous, y'know? With his guns and stuff- Ran: Okay, you two, stop. Astrid's on the line. Astrid: So... I know I could just call you to the morgue, but I couldn't wait, because I discovered something...weird. Matthew: Spill the tea already, Mrs. Grayson. I have your son locked up. Astrid: You what?! Matthew: Wait, I meant William is safe and sound in his room. I'm not actually holding him hostage. Mathilda: facepalms Astrid: Okay...anyway, back to Anthony. You did a pretty clean job, shooting one single bullet into his brain. How did you pull it off? Matthew: Years of training. Mathilda: He's not wrong. Astrid: ...moving on- William: Mom! Astrid: Willy! Oh my God, I'm so worried! William: Me too, Mom. Me too. William: Hey, guys. Mathilda: How did you get there so quickly? William: Technology. I installed a chip into my watch that can get me to places as fast as lightning. I've been using this for as long as I can remember. Astrid: Moving on, I sent something to Ran. Will you help me? Ran: Sure. Astrid: Those two pictures are of Anthony's brain. One x-ray, one infrared. They're no different though. Astrid: See those spots on both pictures? Well, I did a quick re-scan, and realized that those aren't part of the cells. However, I was able to identify Xanax and Ativan combined. William: Basically, those two are hypnotic drugs that have serious effects on your body when consumed. And combining them would amplify the effect even more. Heck, it could even lead to death. Mathilda: So Anthony was drugged? Astrid: That is also my question. And if he was, how did it control him entirely? Matthew: This might have something to do with Enigma Group. I mean, who else would go that far? William: It could be, but we don't have any exact proof. Archie: Wait a second. Matthew, don't you work for them? Matthew: First of all, I'm not bound by anything, not even agencies. Second of all, I would only work with them if I had a contract, which I don't. I'm neutral. Archie: Hi, neutral. I'm proton. Matthew: ...that's actually funny. William: I have another question. Xanax and Ativan, as I said earlier, are dangerous. How did Anthony survive them before he got shot? Ran: And, how does Tyriq still survive them. He has the same effect, according to Mao. William: I suspected that something, or even someone, may had altered the drugs. It would still take place inside our brains, but not with the deadly side effects. Mathilda: I know exactly who to ask. Has anyone tracked the MS-THA and Tyriq? Ran: Apparently, they're currently in Guadalajara, Mexico. However...they're not the only ones there... Mathilda: Yeah, NADS and SEAD came to help Clyde too. Ran: Not that...gosh... Matthew: Ran? What's wrong? Ran: Guys...is Pin there by any chance? Mathilda: I haven't seen them in a while. Why- One second. --- Maya: Mathilda, we have a serious problem! We're supposed to go back to THA headquarters when a car suddenly exploded right in front of us... Mathilda: Are you guys okay? Maya: No! Clyde! He's trapped inside along with Tae-Won!
Translation: Yoso: Hey b*tch! So you're the one who killed Xander! Yuda: Goddammit! Why me?! I didn't kill the goddamn little tourist! Yoso: You listen to me carefully, Yuda. You either confess, or we can take you to the police. Yuda: Why?! I didn't do anything, dammit! Yoso: Are you sure? Looks like I needa hit your head, then you can talk. Yuda: But Yoso, I am your older brother. Why would you do that? Do you even have the permission? Yoso: 'Course I do. You just never know. Yoso: Yoso Quon, MS-WED. I don't have the official badge 'cause I'm not fully qualified yet, but at least I have this card to prove myself. So, admit it or- Yuda: Oh, you're an agent too. Yoso: What- And since when did you speak English- Yoso: You! Are you a goddamn Mystery Society agent?! Yuda: Yep. You caught me. I killed Xander and I am an agent from Mystery Society. MS-SEAD, to be exact. Yoso: F*ck! Why would you hide this from me? Yuda: Because Mystery Society would hunt me down if I'm not careful with my mouth. Yoso: They do be wildin' with their f*cking ridiculous restrictions. So? Why did you kill Xander? Yuda: Actually, I was tasked to take care of one of influential DPR politicians instead of the little kid. Yoso: F*ck! So you missed and killed Xander instead?! Yuda: You could say so, yeah. Yoso: Amateur. Yuda: Tck. Anyways, you can take me away. I failed my mission and no doubt I will lose my head if I keep running. Yoso: I actually don't want to, but...whatever. Yuda Quon, you're under- Yoso: Wait, can I ask you something? Yuda: What now? Yoso: Who's this target of yours? That DPR poltician you're talking about? Yuda: Here, I'll whisper it to your ears. Yoso: ...okay, now that makes sense. Yuda Quon, we're taking you in!
World Log 2: Wandering Agents (2/6) Raúl: So... welcome to my house, everyone. Yoso: Raúl, you never told me that your family's so rich! Raúl: Privacy. Trisha: I have no idea you're that rich, Raúl. Raúl: Well, my mother's perks of marrying a politician, I guess. Raúl: Speak of the devil. Raúl: Mucho tiempo sin verte, mamá, papá. Ángela: Long time no see too, Raúl. Oh, you're getting taller. Skinnier too. Archie: Exactly what I told you a few days ago... Mathilda: Archie. Julian: Are these your co-workers? Raúl: Sí. Mathilda: Nice to meet you both. Raúl often spoke about you. Ángela: Oh, he did? Mathilda: Yes. He's a good boy. Raúl: Dios mío... Julian: Oops, looks like Raúl can't wait any more second. Come on, everyone, follow us! Álvaro: This place is as I remember. Raúl: I know, amigo. I'm actually glad you can be here again. Ran: Hey, do we not exist to you? Raúl: No offense, Ran, but Álvaro is my friend. Childhood friend. Ran: Lame. Raúl: Señorita, I swear to God... Rudy: Raúl! Raúl: Oh, hey! Were you waiting for me? Rudy: Of course! I miss you, big brother! Raúl: Aww, come on, little guy, let's head over to the dinner table. Álvaro: Long time no see, Rudy. Rudy: Hey, uncle! Niko: Rudy? Raúl: Yeah, that's his name. Niko: Isn't that name...Mexican? Raúl: My mother's marrying a Mexican politician. Niko: So you're not fully Spanish? Raúl: Niko, for the last time, I'm Costa Rican, not Spanish! Niko: Don't blame me. Your name sounds Spanish...and your mother looks like one too. Raúl: You're funny sometimes. Ángela: Feliz navidad, Raúl. Raúl: No way you're getting me a new watch. Ángela: You can thank your father. Raúl: Yeah, not a bad present. Gracias, papá. Julian: You're very welcome, Raúl. Julian: Shoot. Umm, sorry everyone, but I have an important meeting. Ángela: In the middle of the night? Julian: What can I say? Consequences of being a politician. ¡Adiós! Mathilda: You know, Raúl, for a Latino family, your English isn't that bad. Raúl: Let's say I was enrolling on an international school. Ángela: Besides, if you're an immigrant, you have to understand other people's language for easier communication. Rafaela: You're an immigrant? Ángela: Yeah. Madrid wasn't really for me. At least I got to meet Julian, and I never regret my decision ever since. Rafaela: Good, now I know I'm not the only one here. Abyss: You're an immigrant as well? What's wrong with Guanajuato? Rafaela: Oh, trust me, so much happened that I never felt safety even though my parents were around me. Cartel stuff. Guadalajara isn't the only victim. Niko: Jeez... I can't imagine the fear on your face, Rafaela. I don't know you Latinos had a tough life. Álvaro: .... Ángela: Oh come on, let's not talk about that. We're not going to kill the Christmas vibes like that, are we? Mathilda: You know, I'm thinking of bringing you guys to Minnesota. Pin: Minnesota, USA? Mathilda: Duh. Antonio: That's actually a good idea! But... didn't you say that your parents died when you were ten? Mathilda: Well, our house is standing still, at the very least. Let's say my brother and I gain our wealth from our...jobs. Trisha: Oh yeah, how's Matthew? Mathilda: He's okay. He's been forcing himself and me to wear those reindeer headbands whenever Christmas is around the corner. Antonio: I think you would be funny, dressed as a reindeer. Mathilda: *blushes* Matter of fact, I did. Once. Yoso: Oh, that explains your childhood album, then. Mathilda: Did you look through my album?! Yoso: Not my fault, you left it at my office from one of your therapy sessions. Hirata: What's she like? Yoso: Really innocent and stupid. Mathilda: H-hey! Yoso: What? I'm spitting facts. Trisha: I dressed as a Christmas tree before, beat it. Ran: You what? Trisha: I'm not joking. I did that once. People mistook me for the real tree and put the ornaments on my costume. Heh, let's say I became invisible to my father with that trick. Ran: Overnight? Trisha: Nope, although that would be a good idea. Ran: What- Trisha, I didn't mean- Ángela: I like your friends, Raúl. They're entertainers. Raúl: Yeah, to the point where I wonder if I'm really working on a police agency, or just a wandering circus team. Ángela: Oh, Raúl... Mathilda: I can hear that. Raúl: Well, you can't deny it. It's a fact. Mathilda: Heh. You betcha. Mathilda: Anyway, we should really get going now. Don't wanna be late. Abyss: Minnesota, here we come! Raúl: See you, ma. Gracias. Ángela: Goodbye, sonny. Call me, okay? Raúl: Okay, won't forget it. Niko: Thank you for the amazing dinner, Mrs. Montes! See you later! Ángela: Good luck, don't trip on the rock!
World Log 1: An Unfamiliar Environment (2/5) Mathilda: So? How did that go? Abyss: Smooth like butter! The authorities took Ailani away and she's expected to serve 45 years in prison and 5 years of mental treatment. Mathilda: That's good. At least, it is. Mathilda: Alright, you're dismissed, Harley. Abyss: Sorry? Mathilda: I meant, you can go back to your room and have some rest. Abyss: Are you sure? I still have some energy for the day... Mathilda: I'm sure. Go, or I'll drag you around. Abyss: Jeez...okay, Mathilda, chill. Abyss: Just know that I will be by your side always. Either as a mentor, or a friend. Abyss: Have a nice day, ma'am. Mathilda: Sorry you have to see that, but it's for his own good. You know, he's the oldest agent among us. He even became my mentor when I was still a trainee. Mathilda: I actually didn't want Abyss to keep working, as my boss already prepared his retiree check. But he flatly rejected the offer, saying that he would not retire until he could serve his purpose, here in MS-WED...and that's right after I was trusted with this agency. He didn't want to leave. Mathilda: Sorry. I got emotional for a second there. It's just... I never had a real friend in my life except for Matthew, I always saw my feelings in black and white, I let rage and desire to take revenge consume me... and Abyss made me see everything in color again. I couldn't thank him enough. Mathilda: Alright, moving on. Let's call Ran, see if she can find any traces of MS-SEAD with her device. Ran: Hey, ma'am. Just finished my class. Any tasks? Mathilda: Yes, and it's a very easy one...for your liking. I want you to find something that might be related to...MS-SEAD. Ran: Oh, Southeast Asian Division. I heard about 'em, but I dunno it actually exists. Ran: Sorry, American accent kicked in. Anyways, you're in Laos, yes? Mathilda: I assume you already know from your computer. Ran: Heh. Give me a minute. Mathilda: Okay- wait, another call. Ran: Go ahead and answer it. I'll be fine here. Mathilda: Hello? McArthur here. Mathilda: Hey, Lina. What's your problem? Mathilda: Okay. I'll ask Archie to come see you as well. Bye. Mathilda: Detective, Lina requested to see you. Take Archie with you. ---- Archie: Lina, what's up? Lina: So...Álvaro told me that you guys are currently investigating MS-SEAD and MS-EUF, and I couldn't help but to lend a hand. Archie: Hey, it's actually pretty good of you. You might get qualified soon...unlike Yoso. Lina: Well, I can't wait for it. I'm actually looking forward to work with Álvaro in the future. Who knows? Maybe we can be friends...and maybe I can help him with his mental illness. I just need him to trust me. Archie: Moving on. What did you find, Lina? Lina: Oh, silly me! Okay, so I noticed something weird about the new agencies. I feel like... I don't know, maybe it's just my feelings. Archie: Just tell us, Lina. We need every information now. The chief insisted to solve this mysterious problem as fast as possible, if you haven't heard yet. Lina: Yeah, I heard about it. Don't worry, I won't be beating any bushes around here. Lina: Enlighten me. What's SEAD stands for again? Archie: Southeast Asian Division? Lina: EUF? Archie: European Union Force? Lina: So basically, these two agencies operate around Southeast Asia and European Union? Lina: Well, that's the weird thing. For SEAD, at least. Why do you need to form an agency if you already have one? Archie: Are you saying that SEAD is a copycat? Lina: I wouldn't call it that. Mystery Society has formed at least one agency for each continent, Asia being one of the first. Well, if you've heard about Asian Intelligence Bureau. Archie: MS-AIB? Lina, they were dissolved back in 2016. Lina: What? No. I checked Mystery Society's official website and even visited the headquarters-mostly because I wanted to meet my old friend-and they are still intact to this very day! Archie: They still are? Maybe they were reformed- Lina: Now you get what I'm saying the entire time. Archie: Wait, basically, MS-AIB was reformed into MS-SEAD?! Archie: Well, I'll be! We need to tell the chief, asap! Lina: Ha, good luck with that. Well, just call me over if you need me, okay? Auf wiedersehen! Archie: I thought you were born Swedish- Archie: You know what? Not important. Let's go tell the chief! --- Ran: Hey, guys. Archie: Hey, Ran. You're still up? Ran: Yup. Waiting for the lady. How did the talking with Lina go? Archie: Very well done. In fact, we discovered that- Mathilda: Discovered what? Archie: Ma'am! Can't you knock on the door first before entering? Mathilda: I did. You're not listening. Archie: Oh... Ran: Someone needs an ear therapy here. Archie: Ran! Ran: Sorry, cringe effects kickin' in. Anyways, turns out that MS-SEAD didn't build their headquarters in Laos. Mathilda: They didn't? So where are they? Ran: I need to scan the whole continent to answer that question of yours. You can hear Archie's discovery in the meantime. Archie: So uh...we talked to Lina, and she said that MS-SEAD is actually an old agency reformed into a new one. MS-AIB, if you didn't know. Mathilda: Hirata worked on MS-AIB before. They dissolved in 2016, right? Archie: Yes, and then they reformed into MS-SEAD. Mathilda: Interesting. It was formed only one week ago though, so I'll give my benefit of the doubt. Anything else? Archie: Nope. That's all she had for us. Ran: Y'all are done? Archie: Yes, Ran. Ran: Good. Now, it didn't take me long to actually find the place. MS-SEAD is building their headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia. Mathilda: Jakarta? Isn't that Judge Sumadi's hometown? Ran: I expected you to say Yoso, but that works too. Anyway, yeah. They haven't actually build it due to...let's say, some unfortunate events. But, most of their agents are roaming freely around the place. Mathilda: Welp, at least we now know that SEAD is real and official... Ran: Hey, you can't just go there and look for each of them. Yoso and Judge Sumadi wouldn't be happy. Mathilda: I guess. What's your idea? Ran: Eh, I recommend you guys to stop at one or two countries before making it to Jakarta. Maybe Brunei, or Vietnam, or Cambodia... anything close to Laos and upside-down Poland- I mean, Indonesia. Mathilda: Cambodia? Well, good idea. Alright, Ran, you're dismissed. Ran: Heh, I'm done with my assignment anyway. See you soon. Mathilda: Well, you heard her. Tell the others to pack up, we're leaving for Cambodia in an hour!
World Log 1: An Unfamiliar Environment (3/5) - Transition, Bonus Scene Rafaela: That was f*cking awesome! Niko: I know! Hey, tell me one of you actually recorded the whole thing. Ran: I did. You're not getting it that easily though. Mathilda: Anyway, go back to your places. Back to work. Lina: Well, off I go now! Bye, everyone! Archie: See you soon, Lina! Trisha: Wait, where's she going? Mathilda: Indonesia, for some reason. Trisha: Shouldn't we go there, too? Ran: Nope, nope. Right now, the airport is closed...for some reason. Archie: I heard there is some sort of mass protest going on? Ran: Yeah. That's why. Mathilda: That's understandable. Mathilda: I know exactly where to go now to bring us one step closer to Indonesia. Ran, call the others and tell them to pack up. Vietnam, here we come! Bonus Scene (Lotus Pond): Raúl: So, Álvaro, here we are now. About to watch the blooming lotus for the first time. Álvaro: Sí. Raúl: We don't have such thing back in Costa Rica. In fact, we don't have any lotus there. Álvaro: I know. I visited Costa Rica once. Same thing goes to Barcelona. Raúl: Well, we need to enjoy the moment while it last. Álvaro: (sighs) Raúl: ¿Qué pasa? Álvaro: Oh...nada. Raúl: Are you sure, amigo? You look a little down. Álvaro: We don't talk about that, Raúl. Please. Raúl: Okay, fine. Just talk to me if you ever need to, okay? Álvaro: Okay...gracias, amigo. Raúl: De nada.
