idolpro | princess maker - Taisho Roman Revolution

[ When you insert the key and open the door, you'll find the room inside looks like the living room of a mansion. There are several doors, but one in particular stands out to you: it is ornately decorated, the very door's wood itself carved beautifully with gold etched in to make luxurious patterns depicting what looks like the sky and the wind blowing through the grasslands. Though the door is closed, you can see through it—as if it's somewhat transparent.

The room is painted baby blue and a gold-plated cradle sits in the room. Inside, a baby cries - high pitched and noisy, though immediately a nurse comes in to rock the child back to sleep. ]

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[ Slowly, the scene changes, fading in and out with various silent scenes—the baby sits up, trying to climb out of her cradle; a little toddler dressed prettily with expensive clothes beams pleasantly; a tantrum, thrown by the little girl who's distressed; the little girl holding a puppy, pleased as punch; then the wall becomes opaque. ]

[ In the middle of the open doorway, a young girl the age of 10 sits on a chair, smiling at you. a golden retriever is curled up beside her.

This is your little girl. you couldn't help spoiling her, honestly - after all, she's a noble too, and she should like to become a princess as well. She deserves it! But you also know, with how your history's gone, she's going to have to work to get to the top. Still, you have faith in her - she's your girl, after all. ]

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. . . What are the Plague Bearers?

Whatever they are, they sound rather ominous.

I am more curious as to why she wishes to own one, rather than what they are in and of themselves. Something contagious ought to not be contaminating her.

Edited 2018-09-30 02:24 (UTC)

... Samira, what are the Plague Bearers?

Oh...I've heard people talk about them, a bit. They're people who spread the plague. People who do magic or spread sickness or are dangers to society, stuff like that. They're the reason the zombies still roam. Or at least, that's what people say.

Nobles keep them as servants they don't have to take care of and entertainment. Slaves, I guess?

Edited 2018-09-30 02:33 (UTC)

If they spread sickness they ought not be in our household. But I would rather not take the words of others at face-value: for what purpose are magic-users and criminals lumped into this category?

I think it's probably an exaggeration... They wouldn't be "kept" as servants or slaves if they were really dangerous.

Edited 2018-09-30 02:58 (UTC)

Yes, those are my thoughts as well.

Now I kind of want to see it myself... Should we go with her to this "excursion?" Or maybe take her ourselves?

Yes, we ought to accompany her. I also have an interest, now that it has been explained.

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artisticliberty - 2018-09-30 03:22 (UTC) - Expand

Rather than an exaggeration, it sounds more like a justification.

You think it's on purpose?

If they really use these people as slaves, it's easier if they believe they deserve it.

bluerosestyle - 2018-09-30 03:33 (UTC) - Expand

rollplayinghouse - 2018-09-30 03:50 (UTC) - Expand

I don't know. I guess magic causes the plague? But that sort of thing is why I wanted to see.

Very well. I have no quarrel with you going, especially as it is good you have taken an interest in the world around you. The more you are aware of, the more there is to draw inspiration from and put into your work. You can create for yourself a more sublime expression of humanity than anything the world may show you on its surface only if you have some understanding of that humanity.

[ nod ]

That's what I was thinking. Thank you, father.

[ A headpat for the future princess ]

There is no need for thanks. We, too, have an interest.

And what is a Plague? If you're interested in seeing one.

The plague is the disease that causes the dead to rise. I wanted to see the bearers because I wanted to know more.

... More about undead?

[ sighs ]

You're friends with our neighbors, aren't you? Do you think well of them?

They're okay, I guess.

[ you know, that thing she says about literally everybody ]

sonof - 2018-09-30 03:40 (UTC) - Expand

What would you do with one of these people if you had them? It sounds like a tremendous responsibility.

I don't really want one. I just want to see them.

Ah, I understand. You wish to meet them for yourself so you can assess the claims you have heard about them. That is a wonderful idea. Much better than taking rumors at face value.

[he looks a bit upset]

People are people... no matter what, they shouldn't be slaves. But I think it will be good if you see them, and learn what they are for yourself.