Odyle Jelly Misappropriation Investigation

VeKauf: Hmm, you really came over.

VeKauf: ...Actually, I have a favor to ask of you. It's something Nemon asked me to do, but it's a bit tricky for me to handle directly.

VeKauf: The village's Odyle Jelly consumption has spiked recently. Nemon also noticed, and asked me to investigate.

VeKauf: I planned to ask around since I'm the one in charge of supplies, but seeing me walk up will probably just scare them into silence.

VeKauf: So, if I give you the list, can you go ask around for me?

VeKauf: It's nothing hard. Just jot down what they say here. I've already narrowed down the list of suspects.

VeKauf: Go and ask these individuals about the Odyle Jelly supply. They might lower their guard with you and reveal things they wouldn't tell others. Be subtle.

VeKauf: Once it's done, let's head to Shadow Hall and report to Nemon together.

VeKauf: Come here, outsider. I have something to say.

VeKauf: When you finish your investigation, come meet me at Shadow Hall.

Galorik: Hm. What brings you here? You're investigating the increased usage of Odyle Jelly?

Galorik: Hmm... Well, the village population has indeed grown. I guess I'll have to tell people to be more frugal.

Galorik: Since we'll have to continue relying on Odyle Jelly... Nemon is quite concerned about the supply as well.

Galorik: If even an outsider like you has noticed, then it's a serious issue. I'll keep a close eye on it from now on.

Tomgus: *sigh* I'll have to try to make this batch last a while...

Tomgus: Hmm? What's going on? The usage of Odyle Jelly has suddenly increased?

Tomgus: Ugh, I've been trying to tell Nemon we should distribute it differently since everyone's circumstances and contributions are varied.

Tomgus: Since we just hand it out, everyone's using Odyle Jelly too carelessly.

Tomgus: All right. I should bring this up to Nemon again. We should evaluate villagers' contributions monthly and distribute accordingly.

Markan: What's that? Do I know about the increased use of Odyle Jelly?

Markan: I don't know many details, but... I do know the support to the Creion was decreased because of it.

Markan: Tsk, at times like this, they should be investing more in the Creion. That's the only way we can develop alternative resources.

Markan: How can the world progress without investing in the future? That's foolish shortsightedness.

Nemon: Oh? You're here too. Looks like you helped with VeKauf's investigation?

Nemon: So, VeKauf... How did the investigation go?

VeKauf: We've started by investigating the suspected individuals. Take a look at this.

Nemon: Hmm... Nothing that really counts as a solid lead.

VeKauf: Shouldn't we check if there's a problem with the Odyle Jelly Storage? If no one's been sneaking any, it could simply be leaking.

Nemon: Hmm... All right. To catch a bug, we'll need sweet honey.

Nemon: ‹your name›, could you investigate the Odyle Jelly Storage? Take Ulgorn with you just in case.

Nemon: The storage is located in a cave below the Crash Site Cliffs. We keep all our Odyle Jelly there.

Nemon: Then I'll leave it to you. VeKauf, you can head back now.

VeKauf: Haha, sounds good to me. Good luck.

Ulgorn: Nemon must have told you to come drag me into something again. What is it this time?

Ulgorn: Investigating Odyle Jelly Storage? Wait... Nemon told you where it is? Are you serious?

Ulgorn: Wasn't that supposed to be classified information only Nemon knew?

Ulgorn: But it's closer to the village than I thought. I thought it would be on some Sky Island or something.

Ulgorn: Well, let's go. We'll see once we're there.

Ulgorn: What's Nemon up to now...

Ulgorn: Shh. I think someone is inside.

Ulgorn: Shit, was it already raided? Let's hurry!

Ulgorn: Be careful. We don't know what's inside.

VeKauf: The Odyle Jelly must be here. Search every corner!

Ulgorn: VeKauf? He was a damned traitor!

It's all ours! Don't touch it!

We won't let you leave alive.

I'll put you traitors down!

You'll pay for this!

VeKauf: Catch them, now! Take them all down!

VeKauf: Y-You guys can win, right?

VeKauf: H-Hey! What's wrong with you? You should be able to deal with them!

Ulgorn: VeKauf! Come out, you rat!

VeKauf: W-W-Wait! L-Let me explain, okay?

VeKauf: You're misunderstanding something... I'm in charge of supplies! I was just conducting an investigation in advance!

Ulgorn: Ha, a likely story! Take him to Nemon right now!

VeKauf: Wait, wait! *sigh* Fine, I'll be honest.

VeKauf: Aren't you fed up with working under Nemon? Frankly speaking, what does Nemon do besides order everyone around?

VeKauf: She rules over the village like a monarch just because she controls the Odyle supply. Even with this, she's pushing all the hard work onto you.

VeKauf: How about we join forces? With all this Odyle Jelly, we can live like kings anywhere!

Ulgorn: Shut your mouth before I tear it off of you.

Ulgorn: Do you know why Nemon gave Odyle Jelly to a village she had no ties to? Like you say, she could live in luxury if she kept it all to herself.

Ulgorn: In this cruel world, she wanted to give hope to those fleeing from the persecution of the Balaur.

Ulgorn: She wanted the people here to help each other and live harmoniously! Nemon never thought of living in luxury alone, unlike you!

VeKauf: I know, I know... I was short-sighted. My greed blinded me.

VeKauf: I haven't even touched the Odyle Jelly yet. You should check those chests yourself.

Ulgorn: I'll check them. ‹your name›, you keep an eye on him.

VeKauf: *chuckle* You fool! Farewell on Nemon's behalf!

Urgh...

Ulgorn: That bastard...! It was... a trap...

Ulgorn: Be... careful... ‹your name›...

VeKauf: Hehe, now there's only you left!

Nemon: Are you sure about that?

VeKauf: Nemon!? What are you doing here? Guys! Come out!

Hahaha! Serves you right!

VeKauf: Shit, I'm screwed...

You think that's enough to stop me?

It's time you get taught about consequences!

VeKauf: Please kill them! Or we're finished!

VeKauf: *cough* O-Okay, Nemon... I was wrong... Please, spare me...

Nemon: Was this it? I assumed you had some grand plan when you went after the Odyle Jelly.

Nemon: VeKauf. Ending your miserable life here wouldn't mean much to me.

Nemon: I'll spare you only to give you a chance to prove your worth.

VeKauf: Th-Thank you...

Nemon: ‹your name›, let's go check on Ulgorn.

Ulgorn: Ugh... That bastard... I'll tear him limb from limb!

Nemon: Seeing as you have the strength to talk, you must be fine.

Ulgorn: ...Nemon? Could you not have shown up sooner?

Nemon: Then I wouldn't have caught him red-handed. I told you, to catch a bug, we'll need sweet honey.

Nemon: You did good, Ulgorn. Thanks to your work as bait, we were able to lure him out.

Ulgorn: Aren't bait usually warned they're being used as bait beforehand?

Nemon: How long are you going to keep complaining? Would you rather we hadn't caught the traitors?

Nemon: Besides, this isn't even the real Odyle Jelly Storage, so there was no need to worry about being followed.

Ulgorn: ...Even this place was a decoy? Was there an ounce of truth in anything you told us?

Nemon: Enough, Ulgorn. You'll wear your mouth out.

Nemon: ‹your name›, go tell Galorik that everything went smoothly. He must be waiting for news.

Ulgorn: Huh? Did Galorik know about this plan, too?

Ulgorn: Was I the only one who wasn't told a damn thing?

Nemon: It was the only way. Ulgorn, you know you're a terrible liar.

Galorik: ‹your name›, you're back. It seems the Odyle Jelly matter has been resolved.

Galorik: Haha. That's right, I already knew. Actually, Nemon suspected something from the moment the Odyle Jelly usage spiked.

Galorik: She pretended not to know and had VeKauf investigate. She even anticipated he'd name me as a suspect since we don't get along.

Galorik: Nemon asked me to play ignorant until she found the real culprit. So I acted like I didn't know when you asked.

Galorik: Was my acting convincing? Haha! Once VeKauf made his move, she set the trap perfectly.

Galorik: So Ulgorn was the bait? That's Nemon for you. Always a step ahead of everyone. That's why she's still in charge here.

Galorik: Anyway, I'll keep a close eye on the future supply of Odyle Jelly. You did well.