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“It’s a pal’s entity from outside the bubble.” You don’t delve too much into it, there are far more relevant topics to discuss. “But that’s not important, I need to have a serious discussion with you.”
“Whether a topic is important or not, is for me to decide, player.” Esperanza draws the line. She always wants to stay in control.
“Esperanza. I doubt he would’ve put himself into this situation if the matter he wants to speak about wasn’t of the utmost importance. Remember what task he has to accomplish.” Smithele argues in your favor.
“Bah, I hate when you’re right.” Esperanza grumbles. “Speak up, I’m listening.”
You’d tease her a bit for being rude, but there’s no time to waste.
“Do you know someone called ‘Lokie’?” You tilt your head.
“Never heard of him or her.” Esperanza has no clue about what you’re talking about. “Is that important?”
“It appears so.” Smithele is as clueless as Esperanza. “Who is this individual?”
Maybe you got the wrong Esperanza… You still need to clarify one thing.
“Before I explain, Esperanza, do you happen to be acquaintances with my mother?” You clear your throat.
“Your mother?” Esperanza’s tune changes drastically, she’s concerned about something. “I don’t…”
“Pardon Esperanza, her memories are hazy.” Smithele is hiding the fact that she doesn’t remember a beep.
“The name ‘Ema’ doesn’t ring any bells?” You ask directly. Screw it, you think it might awaken something in her.
“Ema…?” Esperanza’s body jitters. Maybe you’re not wrong about this. Maybe they know each other. But… why?
“Ema Oka.” You adjust your glasses.
“Ema Ok27842310929832938423912…...??????” Esperanza’s eyes go blank… The jittering gets faster until she goes limp – and her entity turns back into a flame. You catch her before she hits the ground.
“Quack…” Dorothy is puzzled by what happened. Naiad is hiding very well behind you. Philonune reminds you not to lower your guard.
