Fates Supports/Subaki Oboro

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C Support

Subaki: That's an unusually large crowd at the general store... Is something going on?

(Subaki leaves)

Oboro: Hello, one and all! Fresh off the wagon, we've got these pristine new tea sets! Highly desirable! Step right on up, and get a good look at the exquisite pattern!

(Oboro leaves)

Subaki: Is that...Oboro?

(Subaki leaves)

Oboro: Oh, very sorry, sir. But our stock of ink sticks has run dry. No, I don't doubt that your cousin bought one from us, but we're simply fresh out. But you might be interested in a jar of squid ink, which is every bit as good. Not only that, it's cheaper. So really, it's a better choice all around!

(Oboro leaves)

Subaki: Oboro's in her element here...

(Subaki leaves)

Oboro: Oh, my apologies, ma'am! I think you'll find that turning it upside down will solve all your problems. I'm sorry that wasn't clearer to begin with.

Subaki: She's even good at placating angry customers.

Oboro: What the—Subaki?

Subaki: Hi, Oboro. Don't think I didn't see you dealing with the shoppers. What are you doing playing merchant?

Oboro: Well...the store's owner fell ill suddenly and didn't have enough help to stay open. Once I heard about the problem, I decided to help out.

Subaki: That's a pity, but it's very kind of you to step in. I would go so far as to say your handling of the customers was perfect! Everything from pitching the wares to addressing complaints went smoothly. I'm surprised by your skill as a merchant!

Oboro: Well, I used to help my folks around the store when I was little.

Subaki: Did you now? How interesting.

Oboro: I hate to ask this, but can you do me a favor? I know I'm needed back at the army, but...

Subaki: Say no more! I'll dash back right away to cover for you.

Oboro: Thanks, Subaki!

B Support

Subaki: This store...this is where Oboro was filling in temporarily. I wonder if the owner's recovered.

(Subaki leaves)

Oboro: Welcome! Come right in and have a look around! We've got everything you need!

Subaki: Is that Oboro? Is she still here...?

Oboro: S...Subaki!

Subaki: Is the owner still sick? That poor man.

Oboro: Yeah, it's really a shame.

Subaki: Well, give him my regards. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery.

Oboro: Subaki, I'm sorry. I know I should be spending more time with the army than this shop. And I know it's against regulations... But this is make-or-break for the owner. I can't just leave his business to dry up.

Subaki: It is frowned upon for members of the Hoshidan military to take side jobs, yes.

Oboro: You're right. I can't keep doing this on the sly. I'll go tell the lady of the house I quit.

Subaki: Oh, erm, well... I wouldn't mind staying mum a little bit longer, if it's really necessary.

Oboro: But I...but you...!

Subaki: How much longer do you think you'll need until the owner's up and around again?

Oboro: He's improved a lot. I don't think it'll take much longer.

Subaki: Then why not see it through to the end?

Oboro: Is that OK?

Subaki: I see nothing wrong with it. As long as I keep my mouth shut, who will know?

Oboro: Thank you so much, Subaki.

Subaki: Good luck minding the store!

A Support

Subaki: Oboro! If you're back here at your tent, is your stint as a merchant over?

Oboro: Yup, everything is OK now. The owner's hard at work again, just the way he likes it. They tried to give me a reward, but... That's not why I was helping them to begin with, so I turned it down.

Subaki: Very noble of you.

Oboro: Subaki, I'm really sorry for all you had to put up with while I was working. What you did for me meant a lot.

Subaki: No, no, don't give it a second thought.

Oboro: What made you cover for me, anyway? You're such a perfectionist that I didn't think you'd overlook me skirting the rules.

Subaki: You're right in that I'm always scrupulous when it comes to observing the rules. I was so anxious that someone would find out, I had second thoughts.

Oboro: Geez, really?

Subaki: But seeing you work the counter made me hold firm.

Oboro: It did...?

Subaki: You seemed to be enjoying yourself. Maybe you thought you were only doing the shop owner a favor... But I could tell you genuinely liked working there, and it seemed cruel to spoil that.

Oboro: You know, I think you're right. I didn't want to admit it, but I really was having fun.

Subaki: You have a gift for working one-on-one with people. That's a rare talent, and it would be a shame to stifle it in you.

Oboro: Well, at any rate, thanks again.

Subaki: Of course. And don't worry—this whole business will remain just between us.

Oboro: I won't say anything if you won't!

S Support

Oboro: Subaki, do you have a minute?

Subaki: By all means, Oboro.

Oboro: I wanted to thank you again for... Well, you know.

Subaki: You've thanked me quite enough. It was fun to see a side of you I never would have guessed at.

Oboro: No, wait, hear me out. That's...not all I wanted to say.

Subaki: Hmm?

Oboro: I didn't think you'd let me off the hook for skirting the rules. And yet... You were really understanding. I was so grateful, and after a while... That gratitude turned into something else.

Subaki: O-Oboro, are you saying...?

Oboro: You probably understand me better than anyone now. So I...I wanted to tell you... I love you.

Subaki: I'm honored that you would say so, Oboro. For my part, I must have felt attracted to you when you were working at the store. Maybe that's why I couldn't tear my eyes from you.

Oboro: Subaki...

Subaki: If it wasn't clear yet, I love you as well. I want to be a light in your life, encouraging you to fulfill your dreams. You'd like to open a clothing store, right?

Oboro: That was my plan.

Subaki: Then let me support you! All I want is to help you, Oboro. Let's make your dreams come true!