ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.3: Your Friendly Neighbor

(Word Count: 5400+)

Genre: Adventure // Fantasy // Sci-fi

First Chapter of this series:

ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.1: Hello World! - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

Previous Chapter:

ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.2: Glowing Ruins - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

Next Chapter:

ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.4: I Am Your Guide, Olivy - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

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Story Starts Here:

「What happen to your friends? 」

The fire crackled in the fireplace, the log slowly turning into charcoal. The blurred woman placed Oblivion on the couch.

「They left you?... They aren't good friends. You shouldn't hang out with them. 」

Oblivion looked down a bit upset before looking up, replying to her. Their voice still inaudible and no matter what they say, their voice couldn't reach this world. It's all quiet with the sound of the fire. The scene continued to play out like a script.

「Bad friends should not be your friend. You'll end up hurt... 」

「Now is not the time to daydream. The vessel is in danger and now is not the time to peek into their thoughts. They must continue to reach their goal. 」

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

[] Memory 1.3: Your Friendly Neighbor []

<> Location <> Glowing Ruin I // Dark Ruin Bridge

◇ Entering Self-Defense State // Warning: Elite Encounter ◇

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「The vessel stood on the stable stone bridge, rumbling as the gray serpent coiled around, his red eyes glare while the yellow tongue flicker out. They seem hostile toward them and ready to strike and end this memory. 」

(Deep Snake Voice) ???: "Time to feast on the sound of crunching glass~." The snake hissed as he prepares to lunge at their target.

「In a panic to save themselves, they raised up their hand and flash, using [Purify] in hopes of calming down the serpent. However, the bright flash didn't affect the elite creature and only annoyed him a bit. 」

◇ +10% Purity ◇ 10% / 100% Purity ◇

◇ ???'s Turn◇

(Deep Snake Voice) ???: "Trying to blind me? How cute~. I wonder how loud you'll scream~."

「The serpent lunge forward in an attempt to bite the vessel. However, they managed to jump over and on top of the serpent to avoid his attack. When this happened, the scale on the snake started it raise up and pop out inner sharp scale as a defense mechanism. It slowly accelerated from its tail to up the head. 」

「They noticed it quickly and hopped off its head before their feet would get impale. 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「Instead of attempting to use [Purify], they [Check] the creature, in hope of learning something about them. They started quick scanning the serpent! 」

[] Grayfool // A serpent that guards this bridge. His taste bud is sensitive, so he like to devour anything. Even rocks... Don't question his diet. // High Resistant, 25% A.A.P (Average Attack Power) []

◇ Grayfool's Turn◇

Grayfool: "I want to see my prey run away~!"

「The serpent spewed out a few inner scales and had them float using magic. The sharp blade-like scale tossed at the vessel! 」

「With quick reaction speed, they kept walking back to avoid the scales before one got them by one of their legs. It went through, hitting the ground behind them. Although with the mana, their leg regenerated but they've taken some damage. They didn't feel so happy about it, and it had numbed their movement a bit. 」

◇ -20% Mana ◇ 80% / 100% Mana ◇

Grayfool: "That hurt didn't it~?"

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「The vessel attempted to [Plead] with the serpent but unfortunately, they weren't able to speak. If they were, there might be some slight effect. It seemed that their mouth movement visible to Grayfool although no sound come from it. 」

Oblivion: "..."

◇ Grayfool's Turn◇

Grayfool: "Trying to speak~? I can't hear you~.""

「Out of nowhere, his tail appeared behind the vessel and whipped at the vessel with a loud snap. It managed to connect as they weren't paying attention to their surroundings, fixated at the snake's red eyes. 」

◇ -30% Mana ◇ 50% / 100% Mana ◇

「They fell onto the ground, wincing as they quickly got up and glanced around, their focus mostly forward though. They seemed to be more aware but mainly wished they didn't have face against the serpent. Not only that, but they also noticed that they wouldn't be able to escape due to the tail now. 」

「Perhaps the tail had always been under the bridge behind them. 」

Grayfool: "Be more aware. Luckily it's just a tail~."

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「The vessel ran out of many good options to befriend Grayfool and it seemed that any action isn't that good either. They could not speak nor touch the serpent due to their scale that may suddenly shoot out knives. The best way they could think of is using [Purify] nine more times although with how difficult this fight seems; they do not make it... 」

「...At least during this memory. The thought of themselves resetting back to their [SAVE MEMORIES] or their save point again and again to brute force this battle could be a painful process. 」

「What could the vessel do? They closed their eyes and tried to think of something. The time slowed down for them, especially being a robot, the world will wait till they make their move. The description of Grayfool might have something in mind. 」

「...And with an idea in mind, the vessel took a deep breath and use the [Item] option and took out the [Always Fresh Honey Bottle] before opening the cork and raising it up high to show to the serpent. 」

Oblivion: "..." Without a voice, action spoke louder than words.

「Grayfool paused for moment and squinted, their eyes turned back to orange as they observed the item that they help. His eyes started to sparkle as they suddenly knew what it could be. A sudden relaxation surrounded the vessel as they watch the large mighty serpent lower their tail and move their head back, flickering their tongue in excitement. 」

Grayfool: "I-I-I-Is that what I think it is! NO WAY! The always fresh honey! Say~. Where did you get that from~?... Wait, don't answer that, mute. How about this instead~. You give that me and I'll let you go for now. Not like you have a choice~."

「The vessel nod and placed the bottle on the ground before taking a step back. Not like they had a choice like he said so this is the only safe option left to do. They hope that this item could allow them to pass the bridge to the next area instead of having to [Purify] the creature. Or at least attempted to. 」

「Grayfool leaned toward the bottle on the ground then flicker his tongue to flip the bottle into the air before quickly snapped at it, consuming the whole thing. A bit of glass crunched although he doesn't seem to mind it. If he could eat rocks, then he could eat glass as well. What an odd creature. 」

Grayfool: "Sweet, delicious, sugary sludge made from the honeybees of the ruin~. Although they deep in the ruin that I could not fit in. The last I tasted them was a few days ago. Hey~, yes or no, have you met her a while ago~?"

「The vessel tilted their head in confusion. 」

Grayfool: "Her. The one that gave you this bottle. The wendigo slime. Lady of the autumn ruins. The one purely orange~."

「The vessel shook their head in a disagreement. 」

Grayfool: "Strange..."

◇ Grayfool is now Perfectly Vulnerable! ◇

◇ Oblivion's Turn Again ◇

「They [Purify] the serpent as they had the opportunity to. 」

◇ +100% Purity ◇ 110% / 100% Purity ◇

◇ Self-Defense State Completed ◇

「Grayfool shifted and moved, his body scrapped and climbed the wall to avoid blocking the vessel's way. The path forward is now opened, and his head now hovered over the entrance with his tongue flickering. 」

Grayfool: "Not sure why, but I feel like I could let you for now~. Although, under one condition. If you could get me another one of those honey, then I'll let you pass through here again~. It's a toll~." He chuckled and chill where he at. It seemed that his scale allowed him to balance on the vine wall. "You may be an Obsirose, but screw my hatred if I'm treated to such luxury dessert. Remember, if you come back here again, please have the honey ready..."

「His eyes glowed red and leaned in, causing the vessel to become timid and afraid of their head close of theirs. 」

Grayfool: "Or else~."

「He leaned back and returned back to a neutral state. 」

「The vessel nod and slowly stepped forward, glancing upward as they traveled to the entrance. They would say "Goodbye" if they could speak but they waved instead, silently going through. They could hear his voice on last time. 」

Grayfool: "See you next time~. Remember."

<> Location <> Autumn Ruins A

「Upon entering through the entrance from the bridge, they seemed to find themselves in a new part of the ruin's entirety. This place contained orange leaves scattered around the ground with the vines being dark brown with dull thorns and orange leaves with three points grew from them. There were no longer glow berries, but the place seemed to be lit by luminous fireflies and beetles that has a glowing abdomen. 」

「As those insects do provide a decent light source, there were metal lanterns hanged on the ceiling and from the thick vines. Many of them lit the majority of the room and perhaps even in the further area as well. Not only that, but this place also seemed a bit livelier as it has more insects around and there's even a weird cut out of a dog leaning against the wall. 」

「They glanced around and found other objects on the ground as well. Perhaps that there may be more creature roaming in these ruins. 」

<> Interact <> Dog Cut Out

「A wooden cut out of a dog, painted with simple features and a silly tongue sticking out. It was quite cute and made the vessel enjoy looking at it for a while. It kept them occupied and curious as if they never seen a dog. Come to think of it, do they remember something about different animals in this world? 」

「Enough time had been spent on one object in this room. The dog had them for a while, but it seemed they're ready to move on. 」

<> Interact <> A Torn Deer Plush

「When the vessel walked further in the room, the noticed a deer plush on the ground. As they pick it up, it's quite a cute deer with button eyes, and ripped threads exposing its soft cotton insides. It was also lacking in color as its brown cloth seemed to be fading. There's a little black ant crawling on top of it. 」

「Could someone has dropped these here and forgotten about it? Who could this stuffed animal belong to? 」

「They picked it up and observed it up close. They then held onto it, treating it like a temporary lucky charm. 」

「The vessel shouldn't worry about someone that may or may not exist. Not like it mattered anyways. They continued until the noticed a sign hanging from the ceiling vines, held up with two ropes that looked like they're apart to fall apart. The wood of the sign itself is in decent condition. 」

<> Interact <> A Hanging Wooden Board

「A wooden sign, very large and noticeable even from far distance. The sign reads, "WELCOME" in bold letters and black paint. It even has a few flowers attached to it but they're dead due to the lack of basic needs. Water. Sun. Perhaps some care toward them. Then again, flower could only live so long without their roots. Their place of comfort. 」

「The vessel ignored the flowers and accept the welcoming sign for what it is. It made them feel welcome to be in these ruins, despite it filling with mysterious, and danger. They do wonder where the Lizker went. Where could it have run off too. 」

「They suddenly noticed two pathways in this room. There's a left side leading into a dark corridor. Not sure what could in lurking within and they don't want to find out. Yet... 」

「There's another path they could take. The forward obvious safe area where the welcoming sign had faced. Very bright and lit up, and most important, gave the aura of a welcome open arms. That had them immediately choosing that path. 」

「Although... What could be in the other place. Who knows... 」

<> Location <> Autumn Ruins B

「The vessel entered into this room to see that there were more critters all around. Not only just insects but there were mammals as well. The most active one being the squirrel that seemed to have notice them before quickly skittering away. 」

「These ruins became a very lively place, unlike the glowing ruins where everything is glowing with glow berries but not many livings organism had lived there. There were many large entrances to different hallways, making this place the center that connects it all. That is what they assumed at least. 」

「Not sure which path to choose. Of course, they could always depend on the straightforward one but with so many places, the curiosity had to go somewhere other than forward. 」

「Suddenly something gotten their attention. There seemed to be a pole with a wooden sign pointing toward the left hallway once they made it to the middle of the area. It reads, "Wendigo Slime". They had remembered that from what the serpent had mentioned. 」

「Without caution, they entered into the hallway and make their way to another smaller room. An entrance to a much expansive area. A home perhaps. 」

<> Location <> Autumn Ruins // Wendigo's Entrance

「The vessel glanced around this small place and noticed there's a lot of leaves, in fact, orange of many shades covered the whole floor with occasionally rocks on the corners and edges. There were even decorations put up like rainbow color triangles hanged on the walls and little stuff animals sitting on top of the rocks. The deer felt like they belong among them, despite it being a bit more damaged. 」

「Decorations and plushies weren't the only thing in this area. There were also two large stone statues on the ground with a cat on the right one and a dog on the left. The cat had blue ribbon on their tail and the dog has a red collar. The stone based they were on had a handle and there seemed to be their respective color glowing from underneath. 」

「With a deer plush in hand, they ignored the statues for now and went for the other stuffed animals in this room. 」

<> Interact <> Animal Plushies

「The vessel checked the plushies on the boulder in the corner. There were a few of them, being a dog, a cat, a giraffe, and a hippo. All were stuffed and with different color button eyes. Back to where the deer one belongs, they placed it right next to those and left it there to hang out with their animal friends. 」

「They felt positive doing something like this. Hope that someone would be happy to find it back here. Whoever it could be. 」

<> Interact <> Stone Statues of Blue

「They went over to the cat statue and observed it. Purely stone but the only thing odd about is the base seemed a bit old and cracked as the cat itself doesn't seem to have anything wrong with them. The ribbit itself is in perfect condition as well. The expression on the cat's face is neutral. 」

「Behind the cat statue is a blue pressure plate which stepped on doesn't seem to do anything. Perhaps this statue could be placed on it? They attempted to move it, but it doesn't seem to work since they were heavy. 」

<> Interact <> Stone Statues of Red

「When observing the dog statue, everything is the same as the cat version. This time, it was a happy dog with their gray tongue sticking out. They had a plain red color, also in perfect condition. This statue could not be moved as well, as it also do have a red pressure plate behind it. 」

<> Interact <> Wooden Door

「This is a wooden door, reinforced with some metal and an aura of magic that the vessel could feel with their hands. There were a handle and no key lock. When they tried to open the door, it wouldn't budge. Could the statues have anything to do with this door? 」

「Come to think about it, if they do have something to do with the door, how could the vessel move it? They looked around for a moment as they tried to find anything to get inside. Although under if they wanted to since they don't know if it's a kind thing to enter into someone's home without permission. 」

「Their thought slowly faded as they noticed a welcome mat on the ground where they entered from. Oddly enough, they missed it and even odd that it's facing against a wall. Curiosity spark as they went over and stood upon it... Nothing happened. That was useless. 」

「Not sure what else to do, they stared forward at the wall. It looked oddly strange as it's a had a brick piece pushed outward. They touched it and pushed it back into back before a small bell could be heard. 」

「The sound of tiny voices echoed in the room which caught their attention. They suddenly notice sky blue fireflies in the center of the area slowly moving toward the edge. The eyes of the statues opened up, staring at the vessel. 」

「A yellow circle glow appeared below them as a diamond glow appeared in front of the door. This seemed to be those "Circle to Diamond Puzzle". When they took a step forward, the fireflies moved. When they slowly walked toward the moving glow bugs, they would get swarmed by them, slowly guiding the vessel back to the circle before they moved back into their original position at start. 」

「This is another puzzle, although this time it's for real. When they thought for a moment, perhaps they activated the start and now would be able to move the statues. They might have to do that before going to the diamond spot. However, those fireflies would be the obstacle of this puzzle which is a problem. 」

「However, they've done two other puzzles by themselves, and they'll eventually figure out this one as well. 」

★ Note: Each of the Movable Square must be on their respective color tiles or else the Diamond Tile will not activate, and the puzzle will remain uncompleted. Upon pushing the Square, you take its spot. ★

「The vessel took a deep breath and stepped forward before completing the puzzle that they simulated in his mind. A small room with a compacted puzzle. The fireflies moved just like they thought and when he walked to a spot, they always move as if those insects are fixated on a set path. Blue fireflies... Quite pretty. 」

「After they pushed the blue cat statue onto the pressure plate, a loud click heard from the door. When the red dog statue pushed onto its respective spot it needed to be in, another click was heard. And finally, when stepping on the diamond, it glowed bright before dimming. A soft music of bells played, signaling that they had completed it. 」

「The solution for this was: Right, Down, Right, Left, Up, Up, Right, Down, Right. 」

「The vessel placed their hand on the handle and pushed forward, opening the entrance to inside the home of the wendigo slime. 」

「Sudden sound of leaves crunching and a bark behind them caused them to turn around in a panic. They noticed the Lizker happy and excited as it rushed up to their leg and gave it a lick! They were glad that this purple lizard was safe after going ahead. Then again, they are a part of the ruins so they wouldn't have to encounter any threats. 」

「Leaves crackled as something else stepped on those. A red eye glared from the socket of a huge deer skull. They walked in with a brown clock revealing on their right side. However, when looking down, there's orange slime legs dragging against the orange leaves. It blended in well with the environment of this ruins. 」

「The person stopped and turned facing them. Most of their orange slime body revealed to the vessel. Now there are two glaring eyes staring right at them, making them freeze in fear while they observed the immense hostile aura around them. 」

「However, the person placed their slimy hands on their deer skull. The red eyes vanished instantly as they pulled it off their head and placed it on the ground next to them. They had sparkling orange eyes with a hint of red to them as well as having some shape of a slime hair on their head. A slime girl with a bright smile, even tearing up a bit with tears of joy. 」

「The aura that she had vanished entirely. Instead of being the scary wendigo slime creature that might've attacked the vessel, it's now a slime girl with a cloak and a small deer skull on her left shoulder. 」

(Female Voice) ???: "Y-you solved the puzzle to me home!" She said with excitement, her eyes sparkled as she got closer. "Wait, aren't you also the one who solved the other two that I made back in the Glowing Ruins as well!? Because I was notified that they were solved and also have taken the honey too!"

「She got right in front of the vessel and put her hands on their shoulder. Their tears of orange fluid going down their face and dripping onto the leaves and stone ground. The Lizker barked and went off to the side before staring at the dog statue. 」

(Female Voice) ???: "W-w-when I crossed that bridge to check, I heard that a boy has been traveling in the ruins and had given him a h-honey bottle." She let go of them and rubbed her eyes before calming down. "I did have to teach that snake a lesson for taking that one from you. What a gluttonous fool."

「The slime girl sighed and moved back a bit to give them space. All good to normal, her face bright, happy, and no longer crying a little. 」

(Female Voice) ???: "How silly of me! I forgot to introduce myself! I'm Windi! Windi Anenstia of the Autumn Ruins. This is my territory and the ruins you were in before is the Glowing Ruins, that is Etheio's territory! He's my best friend! ..."

「Suddenly, her expression turned a bit neutral as she looked to the side. A few seconds later, she stuck her tongue out and struck a pose with her hands bending downward, making it look like she had ears. 」

Windi: "He's not a good person, trust me. I think it's a great idea that you don't linger in those ruins for too long. I'm basically his only friend! Or at least his closest one." She giggled and walked toward the entrance and stood at the doorway. "However, we continue talking in here! I would love to know more about you!"

「She entered into her home and waited for them to go inside. As soon as they went in, she closed the door and now they both in her cozy domain. The vessel went along with anything since she's a friendly creature. The lizard creature went inside as well! 」

「It doesn't seem like she knows that the vessel couldn't speak. 」

<> Location <> Autumn Ruins // Wendigo's Den

「They were all inside and the Lizker leaped onto a purple bean bag, soft and made a loud sound when sat on immediately. The lizard gotten cozy and seem to be taking a nap on their special spot, eyes closed and a gentle snore. 」

「The den of the wendigo slime had many lit-up place, lanterns in the ceilings and placed on the large tree stump in the center. There was even more decoration in this home with different stickers slapped on the walls, showing different expression of many different emotion and characters which they don't seem to know any. 」

「There was a cozy bed on the corner that had tons of pillows yet still have so many spaces to sleep. A disorganized blanket laid on the floor. Speaking of the floor, it wasn't just stone and covered in leaves, it was a wooden planked floor. The walls however remained to be the same without vines though. 」

Windi: "Say, want something to drink?" She asked with her fist clenched and when she saw you nod in agreement, she punched up and cheered! "You seem like a quiet type, so I'll just get anything you want. Trust me, I'll be brewing something great!" :D

「Windi opened a door which leads into her kitchen part of her den. They could see her starting to prepare with a metal pan and ingredients from the cabinets. 」

Pearl: "Psst, outside here. Come out for a second!" Pearl spoke to the vessel while the door behind them creaked open. She was there, waving from outside the home. "I got to talk to you about something."

「The vessel walked toward the door and went outside to listen to Pearl. 」

<> Location <> Autumn Ruins // Wendigo's Entrance

Pearl: "As you wait for her, I have to say, you've been doing wonderful so FAR! You made it farther than I thought you would." She floated in front of their face. "That slime lady is a nice person. Something about them feel like they should be trusted. But then again, that is their feeling around them. The first creature in this ruins that doesn't bring hostility toward you. Thought every creature of the core had a grudge against your kind."

「Pearl raised her paws before a bright flash occurred and the process of [SAVE MEMORIES] had been completed. Their eyes adjusted to that, still haven't gotten used to it yet. 」

Pearl: "There we go! Keep going on this journey! I bet you'll find something to look forward. Maybe like a goal or something... Whatever it is, I'm with YOU!"

「She went back on his hat and laid on top like before. 」

Pearl: "You should probably head back in or else she might go looking for you. One more thing, you should also get some rest. Even an Obsirose robot like you need some sleep to recover some fatigue mana that controls the flow of your system. It helped the mana organized." She yawned and relaxed on your head. Sleepy time just like the Lizker.

「The vessel nod before heading back inside. The thought of sleeping had not passed their mind until now. They wonder what would sleeping be like. Memories fogged up their mind with many blurs. They seemed a bit upset about it. 」

<> Location <> Autumn Ruins // Wendigo's Den

「They went inside and noticed the kitchen had steam coming from there. There were a strong scent of tangy orange and cinnamon in the air. It had attracted the sense of the vessel, wanting to know what it could be. What would the drink taste like? If it smells great, does that mean it would taste great well? 」

「They glanced around and noticed a pillow on the ground next to the tree stump. They sit down and get comfortable with the stump acting as a table of them. 」

Windi: "I'm done! I got the drinks right here! One for me and you." She said as she came out of the kitchen with two metal cups of hot liquid, being held by the top edges. "They're very hot so don't drink right away."

「The two cups placed on the stump. One in front of the vessel and the other on the left side of them. She then sat down and got comfy on the pillow as she looked at them, ready to become a curious slime. 」

Windi: "Mind if I know your name?" She looked at them with curiosity as if they would look at the world around them with the same expression. 

「The vessel stared back and went silent. They moved their hand and touched their own mouth to give her a message about them being muted. 」

Windi: "Wait! You can't speak? Well... That's unfortunate. So, you're a mute then. You can't speak whatsoever, right?" She looked at me a bit concerned.

「They nodded... 」

Windi: "I see... Don't worry about speaking though, I can tell you a lot about myself and about this place as well! I don't mind you sitting there and listening." She clapped her hands before picking up the hot drink. "Just remember to take a sip once this cools down. And one more thing, you could stay and rest here as well. Not sure how you gotten down here the aura you have. It's a little tired."

「The vessel has an aura. Although they themselves could not inspect their own aura. It seemed that Windi could see their yellow semi-transparent outline around them, a bit dim for being exploring for too long. 」

Windi: "Let's enjoy this before I let you rest." She lifted the cup and took a small sip from the drink.

「They tried to pick up the cup, but the metal heat left them a bit sensitive. For being a robot, they could feel much heat. Then again, they are an Obsirose robot. Not just any normal robot, devoid of any sensory and intelligence. 」

Windi: "Still hot? Here, let me tell you something about me. You already know my name and what this place is called so I'll explain more! I'm the lady of this ruins. I keep track of this area, kind of like a chief that keeps track of their own village. There's a lot of other creatures here that roam these ruins which you probably shouldn't meet due to you being, uhmm, an Obsirose. But don't me! I'm friendly toward you!"

Windi: "There isn't many things to do around here except interacting with each other, scavenging for any objects that manage to get their way into the ruins, and even trying to prevent Obsirose from entering into here. All of this live down here, a rough place but still a place to live. It's a part of the core." 

「She took another sip before looking at you and noticing your hat. They reached over and touch it a bit before moving back to her spot. 」

Windi: "Sorry if I'm too chatty but I do love that hat of yours. It's a nice cowboy hat and it fit you very well. Come to think of it, you probably have a name. And I don't think I have anything quick for you write on unless you want to use some paint?"

「The vessel looked down and shake their head. They picked up the cup, it was hot but not too high in temperature. 」

Windi: "Hey, don't worry about it! I have a quick idea. Nod if you like this but what if I call you by a nickname. Would you like that?"

「The vessel nodded and smiled. They seemed happy to have someone referring to them as something. Perhaps they know. Vessel. 」

Windi: "Great! I have one just ready for you." She moved over closer to them before putting her hands on their head. "Lil' Cowboy."

「Their eyes sparkled with white stars, glowing from their yellow eyes. They stared at Windi and frown a little, their eyes tearing up a bit. For some reason that nickname had an effect on them. They themselves do look like a little cowboy. But something about that nickname reminded them of something. But when they try to remember, it's not there. 」

Windi: "W-wait, don't cry! If you don't like that, I can always come up with a different nickname for you. J-just don't cry."

「They smiled and hurriedly rubbed their eyes before quickly shaking their head. They stood up and adjusted their hat before striking a pose. A hand on their hips and a finger pointing to the side. They wink while they still had tears on their face. 」

「Lil' Cowboy... All they could feel is lingering memories, but their heart hurt that they could recall. All they know is they were once called Lil' Cowboy... Something more than just their name Oblivion. 」

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

「To Be Continued... 」

★ This is Windi Anenstia ★

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.4: I Am Your Guide, Olivy - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)