Quest
These are the story/quests featured in Hidden City. There is a vast number of stories, and please note that the order and categories are unorganized, so it might be a bit difficult to navigate. Thank you for your understanding.
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An Irreparable Loss
Maiden of Spring
I wanted to grow the flowers from which the fairies came and revive them. But - oh, woe! - the magic flowers’ bulbs disappeared. I was inconsolable, and my necklace was proof of that.
It’s the necklace of my tears, forever frozen by cold magic. Though I won the battle for life, it was at too high a cost. The flower fairies were dead, and I couldn’t bring them back.
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The Battle for Life
Maiden of Spring
One day, a dark mage, blinded by his lust for power, decided to take the energy of all living things for himself. The fairies defended the flowers but couldn’t prevail... After the battle, all that remained were their broken staffs.
My heart was as broken as the magic staffs of my little helpers, but the awakened nature gave me the strength to defeat the dark mage. And I still had hope to make things right.
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Wonderful Helpers
Maiden of Spring
Usually the clash of elements is destructive, but one day it brought life. The flower buds I created withstood the cold and were enveloped in radiance. I’ll show you how it happened.
Magical beings emerged from the buds and became my faithful assistants. They grew beautiful flowers and brought beauty to the world. I call them flower fairies.
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A Chill from the Past
Maiden of Spring
The miracle you’ve made happen will help me fight the primordial cold. This story is ancient, but ice magic is just as strong, and you’ll find its manifestations if you look hard enough.
You’ve found confirmation of my words - a piece of eternal ice that froze the first flowers. The fight against the primordial cold was long and difficult. I did everything to give life a chance.
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The Way Is Free
Martha
The magic is no longer binding the Spring Gate, but the petrification spell is very slow to wear off. I can speed up the process if you lend me some artifacts. Just pick the most powerful ones.
The artifacts have strengthened my spell and enveloped the Gate in a warm glow. It seems to have thawed and regained its usual appearance. At last, the Doorkeeper will open the way for the Maiden of Spring. Welcome!
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The Maximum Charge
Martha
To unlock the Gate, we have to charge the Amulet of Glee with genuine joy. I’ll ask everyone to sing, dance, and laugh... Try to collect as much positivity as you can.
We’ve charged the Amulet of Glee! It’s all thanks to those wonderful babies - their infectious laughter makes me feel warmer and makes flowers bloom on a dry branch. The cold crystal has been neutralized!
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A Unique Antidote
Martha
The crystal that enchanted the Gate is charged with cold magic, which is difficult but not impossible to destroy. I’ll use the Amulet of Glee to avoid a long ritual. Help me find it.
You’ve unmistakably found what we need: the Amulet of Glee. It is unique in that it can neutralize the effects of the darkest magic if fully charged. But there’s a complication.
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The Troublemaker
Martha
The tiger beetle recounted all the beetle gossip to me on the run. He completed the mission, though. Through its eyes, I saw a blob of darkness that shouldn’t be in the Gate. Let’s take a closer look at it.
It’s a magical, cold crystal. It absorbs the Spring Gate’s energy, turning it into solid stone. While it’s there, we can’t remove it without destroying the Gate.
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A Fast Messenger
Martha
All the way up in the higher spheres, I could feel the dark magic emanating from the Gate. It sends shivers down my spine! Don’t go near the Gate, as it’s dangerous. You’d better find a tiger beetle to help you look around.
Just what we needed - a tiger beetle, small and very fast. I made magical contact with it so I could quickly inspect the Gate and determine the source of the petrification spell.
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The Trolls’ Work
Conductor
The Spring Gate was not just petrified but also wrapped in barbed wire. That’s definitely the trolls’ work. Look how strong it is, but don’t hurt yourself.
Only trolls make wire with barbs like that. It’s like they’ve left a signature here, the pests. I’ve cut down the wire, though - I have a good tool. What about the petrifying charms?
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Clear as Day
Lady
It’s not the babies’ fault! Even if they’re trolls, we love them and will raise them to be good. Oh, the sun has come out from behind the clouds. Hurry up and give me some artifacts. We can’t let it hurt the children!
The artifacts’ glow enveloped not the babies but the unusual sandcastle they were molding, helping to complete it. So the sun doesn’t harm the children at all. Phew, no more suspicions!
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Holding Sunshine
Lady
What are you guys going on about? Troll babies? What nonsense! Our babies are real angels. They love cheerful songs and kind fairy tales. Where’s the book about them? Help me find it.
Oh, the book is shredded... You know, I’m not gonna scold the babies. I’m sure they didn’t do it out of spite. Ah, they cut out a sun. They wanted to take it outside to make it warmer.
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Scarlet Marks
Detective
I didn’t want to paint too bad a picture, but I came across some bloodstains. I’ll have Adeline distract Lady with a conversation, and we’ll quickly check to see if there are any more red handprints in the meantime.
Ugh, those were just jam stains, so nobody got hurt. Judging from the handprints, the babies don’t have six fingers like trolls, but four. But don’t trolls grow fingers as they get older?
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A Fluffy Steed
Valerie
Hey, that’s not fair! An Easter bunny ran past me and didn’t bring me anything! Maybe he was running away from the babies? Let’s find the bunny and make sure he’s okay.
Wow, the bunny has a tiny saddle and a bridle of some sort. Huh, so the babies were riding him, the rascals! But they didn’t hurt him. Actually, I think he’s quite happy.
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A Flight of Fancy
Adeline Svensson
The Conductor is certainly a pessimist, but it’s worth it to watch the babies anyway. Lady said they learn things quickly and don’t do anything bad. But do they show a troll’s craftiness?
The babies ruined this curtain by trying to make wings out of it. It’s not a simple prank but ingenuity. I’m not sure if the babies are trolls, but suspicions remain.
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Shards of Suspicion
Conductor
I have a suspicion that the flower children are little trolls planted on the couple to thwart the coming of spring. I’d love to be wrong, but... Do you hear that? I think they’ve already broken something.
See, this vase is broken! It’s clearly the babies’ work. There’s childish scribbling on the poor vase, too. I think they have a passion for destruction. But why would troll kids try to draw flowers?
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An Unexpected Discovery
Lady
Look at the magical flowers that have grown from such old bulbs. They’re covered by petals in the middle, but you’ll see what they hold inside if you use artifacts to shine a light on them. Do you have some?
The artifacts’ glow makes these flowers fully open. Look inside. Yes, there are soft beds. And there was an adorable baby sleeping in each one. And that’s how we got twelve babies!
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Life-Giving Water
Doorkeeper
A few of the large buds wouldn’t open, which upset Rosemary. So, I watered them with the spring rainwater that awakens all life. It pools in an old stump. Have you seen it?
You found the stump that collects rainwater. I’m not sure what its invigorating effect is on people, but it’s helped the flowers: The buds finally opened - that’s a miracle!
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Life All Around
Doorkeeper
I have a spare moment while the babies are sleeping... Yes, their appearance has to do with the growth of flowers. Let me explain. We planted the bulbs we found everywhere. Look for the teacup planters.
That’s right; these are teacups. We used even these to grow the bulbs, as there were too many in the troll’s bag. Most of them soon grew into lovely primroses, but some were different.
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In the Fertile Soil
Adeline Svensson
Lady loves flowers, so she did her best to make sure the old bulbs could sprout. She made a special soil mix for them. Can you find something similar for the photo?
Such soft soil! Part of it is from the Spring Garden, and it has particles of spring magic in it. They are activated by the warmth of your hands, so Lady painstakingly mixed the ingredients without sparing her palms.
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The Setup
Adeline Svensson
The troll’s hands were holding an old cloth bag that hadn’t petrified. Lady managed to get it out, and that’s a turning point in the babies’ story. I need the bag for a photo - can you find it?
It looks like the troll’s cloth bag Lady told me about. I put flower bulbs in it. According to Lady, that’s exactly what was in the bag. The bulbs seemed dried up, but she decided to give them a chance.
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A Petrified Guest
Adeline Svensson
The exciting story of the dozen babies will be out in an upcoming issue, once I’ve gathered the key details for the illustrations. According to Lady, it all started with a petrified troll. Let’s look for it.
Thank you. I wouldn’t have noticed the petrified troll amongst the dry grass and moss without you! Lady said she came across it while tidying up the far corner of the Spring Garden.
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A Spectacular Appearance
Detective
Be quiet; someone’s coming! Maybe the villains who kidnapped Lady and the Doorkeeper have returned to the crime scene. I’m armed, but if they’re mages, we’d better be on the safe side. Lend me some artifacts.
I’ve never seen the artifacts’ light so soft. I’ll point it at the strangers, and then we’ll see their true colors... That’s Lady and the Doorkeeper, and they’re pushing a baby carriage!
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An Important Loss
Valerie
Maybe Lady and the Doorkeeper were delayed by party preparations, and they’re running to open the Spring Gate right now? Oh, I tripped over something, and it flew off into the corner. Help me find it.
It’s the Doorkeeper’s key chain! He hardly ever parts with his keys, and now they’re lying here... Oh, if he left them behind, he’s not going to open the Spring Gate. That’s horrible!
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A Lulling Song
Conductor
I strained my ears to see if any monsters were creeping up on me... but I almost fell asleep! It seems someone is singing. Can you hear it? It sounds like a lullaby. That’s why I got sleepy. I’m going to find out who’s singing.
That’s quite a trick! The Doorkeeper’s mechanical nightingale is wearing a nightcap and whistling a lulling song. Why did the Doorkeeper reconfigure his bird? Does he have insomnia, or what?
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Wet Evidence
Conductor
No cookies would have stopped Lady and the Doorkeeper from opening the Spring Gate, so I think they were attacked and kidnapped after all. Someone spilled milk here, so maybe they’ve left other traces?
It’s a shame we haven’t found any other traces, but I’ll tell you this - if Lady hasn’t cleaned up the spilled milk, she must be a prisoner of evil forces, no doubt. Keep your eyes peeled; there could be Shadow Disciples lurking here.
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Appetizing Crumbs
Valerie
I believe that everything’s going to be okay. I mean, Lady could have just been distracted by making treats for the party, for example. Do you smell something good? Let’s find out what it is.
Wow, tiny bunny cookies! They look delicious, but they’re way too small. Was Lady skimping on the guest treats, or what? Maybe it’s just a new recipe. Let’s find her and ask.
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Disturbing Mess
Detective
What could have happened to Lady and the Doorkeeper? They are loyal to the Maiden of Spring and have always coped with their duties well. And now there’s some unfinished work... Buddy, do you see this?
Yes, the pruning wasn’t finished. There’s a mess around Lady’s gardening tools, too - a worrying sign, considering that she’s a tidy person. But there’s no sign of an attack, either. Maybe she was bewitched?
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A Cold Welcome
Detective
I’m starting an investigation into the lack of spring warmth. We need to find out where Lady and the Doorkeeper have gone and what prevented them from letting spring into the City in time. I’ll write down all the details in the Diary.
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New Level of Mastery
Detective
Do you remember the case of the Borgia’s treasures? I think we have missed some important details. I desperately need to find a new piece of evidence. The item I require is at the %s location, but it will be hard to find. Reach %s level to find the new evidence.
Great! Partner, you have become more and more important to my investigation. With a new rank, you will be able to find new items that were hidden from you previously.
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Unexpected Guests
Valerie
There’s nothing to be afraid of! Let’s hurry into the sunroom. I can’t wait to see Lady. I hope she needs someone to taste her Easter pastry. I volunteer! You with me?
I told you there’s nothing to be afraid of. The sunroom is quite the opposite - it’s bright and pretty and smells like cupcakes. Hello? Anyone here? No one... That’s weird, because Lady and the Doorkeeper are supposed to be preparing for the party.
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A Quiet Place
Conductor
We’re one step away from entering the location. What will we find there? New mysteries of the City are waiting to be uncovered. Go on, enter!
The location is now open! Do you feel the pull of new adventures? The magic of the City is calling out to us!
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A Bad Feeling
Juliette
Ah, mon ami, I’m very worried about Martha. I’ve already sent her four notes, but she hasn’t replied to any of them. Please do me a favor and visit her for me.
The Mistress has come up with so many errands for me that I can’t leave. I wouldn’t be so concerned if it weren’t for this feeling in my chest... as if something bad has happened.
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A Unique Event
Isabelle
At night, I was awakened by a bright light illuminating the fog from within. When morning came, I asked Martha about the phenomenon, but even she had never witnessed anything like that before.
I think this is a new anomaly. But how dangerous is it and what does it produce? I need help to figure this out!
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Otherwordly Bursts
Martha
I sense powerful bursts of otherworldly energy within the Manor. When trying to study them, I thought that maybe this was the Mistress fighting Death...?
Ah, the Mistress wasn’t to blame: the energy is attacking poor Juliette. Has she angered the ghosts of the Manor, somehow?
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A Hidden Thread
Mr. Black
The thread of the stolen crystals investigation leads to Fabien Delamode’s Atelier. We need to find evidence of his involvement in the theft. My people have been watching him for a long time.
Delamode doesn’t look like a criminal, but he’s our prime suspect right now. Let’s see what the surveillance reveals.
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A New Suspect
Mr. Black
A new suspect has emerged in the missing crystals case. Is the Architect, a legendary figure in the history of the City, somehow involved in this story?
I suspect that the culprit is hiding behind the good name of the Architect. The scavengers, those cunning rogues, are quite capable of that. But we shouldn’t brush aside other key evidence.
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A Hermit’s Shelter
Rayden Storke
We’re close to where the letter was sent. It seems calm here. I hope that strange message hasn’t lured us into a trap. Take a look around. Is there anything suspicious?
You’re right; everything here looks unusual, but not dangerous. It’s just the quiet outskirts, often settled by eccentrics and hermits. What brought Kira and Black out here? Let’s go find out!
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A Precious Giver
Ju
We did a great job choosing gifts for the City. Phew. It wasn’t easy, especially when we can choose only three. But who entrusted us with the wishing box? I want to know! Can I have some artifacts?
The golden vessel shows us the silhouette of a dragon - he is our mysterious giver. That’s a sign of his exceptional trust! Life in the City won’t be without its difficulties, but all will be well.
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The Heavy Burden of Knowing
Ju
Let’s look through a magic kaleidoscope to make sure we didn’t choose the wrong gifts - it will show us visions of the future. Ooh, sounds kind of scary. Knowing the future is such a burden! Can you bring it?
That’s the kaleidoscope! Who has the guts to look into the future? You? Just bring it up to your eye and twist a few times. Well, what do you see? Of course everything’s fine; I didn’t doubt it one bit!
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The Cornerstone
Martha
Now we have to choose the final, third gift to the City. Oh, I’m trembling with excitement. Have we taken everything into account? I know! This thing just has to be in the box. I think this is it. Look!
Yes, it’s a panda - a symbol of peace. It even bears some evergreen sprouts. An ancient proverb says that peace and tranquility are both more precious than gold. There can be neither prosperity nor health without them.
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What Is Happiness?
Ju
Now we must choose the second gift from the wishing box. I have to be careful to take whatever the City needs the most and not make a mistake. What’s the most important thing in life? That’s right, health. I’ll take these balls!
See how the balls seem to exude waves of life-giving power? They’re designed to influence body points and vital qi energy. Our townspeople could really use this gift!
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A Necessary Condition
Martha
I’ll put my hand in the box, close my eyes, and let my inner eye guide me. How beautiful: The City’s basking in prosperity and wealth. What’s that?
It’s an ancient scroll with a red peony, the symbol for prosperity and goodness. I pulled it out of the wishing box on a hunch. Well, it’ll look great on the wall of our City Hall.
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A Key to the Gifts
Ju
To get the gifts out of the box and into the City, we need to open it first. Not an easy task, you know! Luckily, I have a magic meditation bell, which works as a key. Can you bring it?
This is the right bell. Its rhythmic pattern will open the box, thanks to the vibrations of space. Watch me! I don’t seem to be doing anything complicated, but there’s actually magic happening!
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Publicly, in Private
Ju
We’ve collected all the memories Jul forced out of her mind. It’s better for her to deal with them rather than forget, but we’ll help her. Place the memories in a vial so they’ll never be lost again. Give me some artifacts!
We’ve filled the vial with Jul’s memories of what "never happened." Maybe she’s embarrassed to admit the results of my divination in public. But now Jul can realize something about herself, for her own sake.
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A Mysterious but Sweet Face
Juliette
What are these memories that torment me? The things I remember never happened! Ju is bringing back my memory bit by bit, and now my fiancé’s face will appear in the fortune-telling mirror. There he is!
Yes, Ju’s mirror showed my fiancé’s face, but the image was too vague to make out. And I have no idea whom it might be. I mean, I have my hopes, but... It’s impossible!
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Engaged to the Void
Juliette
My memories are coming back, but they don’t seem real. Why? I’m so eager to learn more! Ju promised she’d help me get my memory back. I saw something and reached out my hand... Look!
There it is, the wedding ring from my memories! But I don’t have that ring now. I’m confused. When I try to make out the giver’s face in my memory, I don’t see anything...
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The Memory Flower
Ju
Juliette’s memories are real, but she doesn’t remember these events. Why? I’m going to try to invoke as many details in Jul’s memory as possible... Get ready; the images are coming. Oh! Do you see that?
It’s a blue rose, a very rare flower - wrapped as a gift, by the way. Jul says it’s her favorite. And someone else knows that! I hope we can find out who gave Jul the rose.
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Silk and Yarrow
Ju
There’s a reason for Jul’s strange memories, so let’s find out what it is. We’ll cover the divination table with sacred silk and use dried yarrow stalks for the fortune sticks. Can you find them?
Now that my divination accessories are here, let’s read fortunes. I’ll be gone just for a moment, don’t worry. Hmm... it’s not visions or false memories that are plaguing Jul. Her soul is indeed united with someone else’s!
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Fortune-Telling Time
Ju
Why are these memories bothering Jul? Let’s tell her fortune. Not on the traditional Book of Changes, though, but on my folk medicine scroll - I’ve refined it for my fortune-telling practices. Can you find it?
Good, now we’ve got a scroll for divination! It’s possible Jul is troubled by paramnesia. Memories of things that never happened are a sign of mental anguish. Let’s find out!
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A Happy Recipient
Ju
This gift for Yue Lao is wonderful! I wouldn’t mind getting one myself, if I were a couple thousand years older... and had a beard. By the way, I’ve been wanting to re-gild Yue Lao’s statue for a while now. Can you give me some artifacts?
The ancient statue of the Old Man Under the Moon hasn’t sparkled like this in a long time! I can even catch glimpses of magic in its golden glow. I’m sure Yue Lao was delighted with our gift.
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A Test Card
Valerie
The gift for Yue Lao is almost ready - now we just need to see if everything works. But never mind; I’ve already done that - and spun enough threads to last a year. I made a card for Yue Lao. Would you like to see it?
Yes, you’re right! I embroidered a greeting card with the very threads that Yue Lao uses to unite souls. Maybe he’ll remember me and find me a soulmate?
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Recorded Love
Valerie
I was thinking it would be cool to make the gift for Yue Lao super convenient so that matchmaking would be even easier for him. So, I found a book cover and put it on a ledger. What do you think?
This account book can now be carried like a bag - it doesn’t get more convenient than this. Yue Lao can enter into it the names of all the lovers tied together with red threads - so there’s no confusion. Am I a genius, or what?
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An Essential Detail
Valerie
Since we need to make a useful gift for Yue Lao, let’s pay attention to the details. Where does he put the red thread he spins? Surely he’s not going to wrap it around his arm. I’ve prepared something. Oops, I dropped it!
Thanks for bringing me the thread spool. Take a look: I shaped it like a crescent moon to fit the theme. The red silk thread is securely attached to it. It’s so convenient!
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A Miniature Factory
Ju
A gift for the Old Man Under the Moon should be useful. With your help, I’ve made a pocket spinning wheel to spin the thread coming from the silkworm’s cocoon. Now, where did I put it?
There it is! Thank you for finding the pocket spinning wheel. It’s really tiny, so Yue Lao will be able to replenish his silk threads wherever! Oh, spinning thread is such a meditative process.
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A Tireless Weaver
Ju
We need to create a gift for Yue Lao that will make his job easier. He binds the souls of lovers with red silk thread! So, he should always have some at hand. Look at this wonder!
It’s a fancy device - a mechanical silkworm. My friend from the Upper City brought it to me. The silkworm spins red cocoons from the start, and it’s small enough to carry under your clothes.
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A Path of Bright Feelings
Ju
We need to collect the energy of bright love in a magic cup, and I’ll give a particle of light to anyone willing to accept it. You have the power to do this. Can you help?
Wow, there were so many bright feelings accumulated in my house, and you helped me collect them all! Not everyone is ready to receive the light right now, but when the time comes, it will be waiting here.
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A Matchmaker and a Dragon
Inspector
By figuring out the complex relationship between the matchmaker and the Dragon, we saved a young man from an imposed marriage and the whole City from upheavals. What other powerful friends does Ju have?
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By the Flap of the Wing
Ju
We’ve laid all the known love stories in the City at the feet of the Dragon’s statue. If he decides to cancel the bet, he will let me know. A bird just flew into the window! Summon it with the artifacts!
Just as I thought - the bird that flew into the window is a sign from the Dragon! It’s a magpie, the bird of happiness, and she brought us a golden ginkgo leaf. I think this speaks louder than any words: The bet has been cancelled.
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Love That Wasn’t Meant to Be
Martha
How do we show the Dragon that love can also be tragic? Valerie trusted me to tell her story. Sometimes, we need to let go of our love forever. Look at these two roses.
One of these roses is withered, as Valerie’s soulmate is gone forever, along with half of her heart. After all, those who remain need to learn to live on, even if it’s hard.
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A Fatal Passion
Ju
Love isn’t always a bright feeling, and we have to show this to the Dragon. I can’t name names, but not long ago a person came to me with an unusual request... See for yourself.
This is a vial of poison that used to be a love potion the visitor made herself. She was incognito and wanted to know why it turned into poison in her hands.
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Emergent Feelings
Inspector
Love comes in different forms, but how can we explain this to the Dragon? Jul came to see me this morning, holding a message that flew through her window. My messenger just came from her, with permission to show me the letter.
Jul asked me to find out who sent this letter. It’s anonymous and written in symbols to hide the handwriting. It also contains Jul’s favorite wildflowers - the letter was sent by someone who knows her well.
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Happy Together
Martha
We need to show the Dragon what love is. I sent a message to Lady Rosemary and the Doorkeeper - their path to love was thorny, but it blossomed nonetheless. Please see if they’ve sent a response.
The family tree you brought was grown by Lady Rosemary, I’m sure. Her family consists of only two people, but they are happy and don’t need anyone else. Touch the tree and feel it.
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Love Throughout the Years
Ju
What is love, and how different can it be? Sometimes, it lasts for many decades. Wei’s mother brought a porcelain set - a gift to her parents for their golden anniversary. Bring one of the cups!
Thank you! The steam from the cup will show the transformation in feelings Wei’s grandparents experienced, from a light romantic thrill to strong connection and partnership.
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A Long-Awaited Verdict
Ju
We did everything in our power to appease the angered Dragon. But did he appreciate our efforts? Let him answer through his statue so that everyone can read his response. Pass me the artifacts!
The artifacts worked, but I don’t feel the presence of the Dragon. He’s probably still sulking. Or maybe the statue is broken? It’s stood in this corner for the past 12 years. No, look - it’s enveloped in radiance!
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Symbolic Gifts
Inspector
We’re almost done paying our respects to the patron of the year. But what about gifts? Without them, the New Year won’t come as it should. I even made some holiday envelopes. Can you bring them?
Holiday envelopes usually contain money to buy one’s dreams. But we’re honoring an unusual guest, so we’ll put good-luck amulets in them instead. May the Green Dragon favor us!
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A Grand Treat
Ju
Let’s appease the Dragon with something delicious! I’ve allowed myself a little treat and ordered a New Year’s cake from a local housekeeper. But the one she brought me in the morning has already gone cold. Let’s heat it up!
This cake looks like it came straight from the oven! Let’s leave a piece for the god of the hearth - we’ll butter him up before he gives his yearly report to the heavenly emperor. Let him put in a good word for us!
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A Solemn Greeting
Ju
Do you know what will show our respect for the patron of the year? Fireworks! An explosive greeting! I’ve been keeping some for 12 years now; I bought them for a special occasion. Can you find them?
You’re a treasure! These firework lights take the shape of a dragon; can you imagine? The patron of the year will immediately understand who’s welcoming him the most and will forgive my insolence. Plus, it’s fun!
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The Energy of Surroundings
Martha
Preparing to honor the Dragon involves lots of subtle details. That is, it also happens on the subtle plane. Let’s clear the ambient energy in the house. Bring a bell, salt, and wormwood flowers, and I’ll perform the rite.
Great, the kit for cleansing the subtle plane is ready. Hmm, it wouldn’t hurt to do some regular cleaning here, too... But it looks like the kind of mess where everything is in its place.
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Reverence to the Ancestors
Ju
Listen and remember: In order to honor the patron of the year, the Dragon, let’s first take care of our deceased ancestors and decorate the altar. I have a gorgeous one! Can you help?
How lovely! You decorated my golden altar so skillfully. By the way, I made this dragon garland myself. Happiness is in the little things, my dears! My sworn friend the Dragon will definitely appreciate it.
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On the Lonely Traces
Ju
To complete the family amulet for Wei, we have to carry out the most important, sixth ritual. We just need to combine all the sacred elements of family life that we have collected. We’d better use some artifacts!
We received an amulet with the enormous power of light. I’m so excited I can barely hold it. Martha will send her messenger to find Wei, wherever he is. This is the magic of love, down to the tiniest detail!
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The Fire of a Distant Hearth
Martha
The amulet for Wei is almost ready; we need to perform the fifth ritual. Since the young man left his home, let us make sure that he feels the warmth of its hearth even far away. Let’s look around for something suitable.
Great, this is a miniature of a family home. I see that Wei’s sister made it when he left for his first service at a rich court - he is always welcome, even though he’s already grown up.
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A Grown Adult
Inspector
I’ll also contribute to the creation of the amulet for Wei. I just had the honor of talking with the young man’s mother, and she gave me an idea for the fourth ritual. Bring me that hat, please!
You brought me more than just a hat. When Wei turned 14, he earned the right to wear adult headdresses. And this is his first hat! It was made by his grandmother from her best materials. That’s generosity!
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Jade Science
Martha
With the next ritual, we need to fill the amulet for Wei with care. What kind of memento would be appropriate for this? I feel the energy I’m looking for in that direction... Can you bring me that bracelet?
How wonderful - it’s an abacus bracelet. I see Wei as a student, anxious that he might lose his jade abacus. His grandfather made this bracelet for him so that he wouldn’t forget or lose it. That’s caring!
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A Flying Ship
Ju
Let’s perform the second ritual to create an amulet for Wei. We’ll need a lot of faith and support for this. Let’s take them from a memento. Give me that homemade boat!
As you can see, this toy is unusual. Little Wei made wing-like sails to launch the boat both on water and into the air. And his parents always supported his experiments.
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No Longer a Child
Martha
A wedding consists of six rituals. Let’s carry them out in our own way and make an amulet for Wei! At my request, his parents have brought mementos. Can you find the name plate? I’ll explain my idea.
The name plate you found has Wei’s name on it - it was made when he was a baby. No one named him out loud so as not to attract evil forces. And the tiger drawn on it is meant to scare them away. That’s protection!
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Catch Me if You Can
Inspector
Here’s the twist: It looks like Wei feared his fate and made a run for it! He left a suspicious mess on the map table. Was he trying to confuse us? Maybe the artifacts will restore this scene.
Look, the tangerine slices line up on the map like a route. Wei must have marked places with them when planning his escape. The guy is determined not to get married. Poor Ju... the stars have let her down.
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Divine Support
Ju
Maybe Wei is worried that he won’t be able to create a harmonious and loving family? Let’s show him the support of the Old Man Under the Moon, the patron god of marriages. Can you find a sculpture of love bonds?
Oh, my... the red threads on the sculpture got tangled up a little. Let’s fix that... My wise granny always said that with these threads, the gray-haired Yue Lao, the Old Man Under the Moon, connects souls.
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Pure in Heart
Inspector
I think I understand your idea. Let me try! I found the dossier on Wei that Ju assembled. It contains his childhood drawings, which are very funny. All that remains is to take a book of fairy tales and... Can you help me?
You caught my point perfectly. Life is a serious thing, but this book of fairy tales with children’s drawings inside will remind Wei that love is magical and there’s a place for childish joy and lightness in it.
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A Growing Feeling
Martha
We can’t pressure Wei into getting married, but since there’s a bet with an angered great spirit on the line, let’s make sure he knows what a real family is. Have you seen a tabletop garden around here?
What a wonderful garden you’ve found! Let’s add some magic sand and bright details... This eloquent gift will make Wei understand that family provides an opportunity to create wondrous and beautiful things.
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What Can’t Be Forgotten
Martha
We have to support Wei by showing him what family is. He’s too young, but we’ve experienced love and loss. Bring me a key; I’ll enchant it and make an amulet for the young man.
This ancient key perfectly absorbs magic, becoming a key to the heart. By touching it, Wei will feel a special warmth that only those who know how to approach him can give.
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A Heartwarming Light
Ju
We need to show Wei that having your own family isn’t scary. On the contrary, it provides security. Let’s get ready and collect gifts for him - not material but spiritual ones. Find me a lighthouse amulet!
Wonderful - this is the right lighthouse! The spirits of Wei’s ancestors will fill it with magical light, and he’ll understand that family is a guiding light that will keep him from getting lost and crashing into the rocks of fate.
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Speaking to Spirits
Ju
Oh, this bet with the Dragon! We urgently need to find Wei a bride! But who will win his heart? I don’t usually do this, but... Please share some artifacts for a fortune-telling.
My dear, your artifacts are wonderful - I was able to read the signs of fate quickly and easily. Well, what do we have here? Oh, no! He doesn’t want to get married at all! Not the slightest interest in starting a family...
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Unexpected Facts
Ju
I have to find a bride for Wei before the New Year, but he’s rejected every date! After the meetups, he retired to my yard and then brought whatever this is into the house. Take a look!
So you think this is a monowheel prototype with a firework charge? According to Wei, it’s a self-propelled vehicle with acceleration. I don’t know how going on dates led to this. Maybe he’s nervous?
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Horse Powers
Inspector
Interestingly, the matchmaker and Wei’s family are sure that it’s time for him to look for a bride. But no one knows whom he’ll consider his soulmate. Maybe the gal who gave him a horse figurine? Find it.
Do you recognize the figurine? It comes from a family farm that breeds the finest horses. There’s also a sheet with equations here. Did Wei write them? It seems that he was calculating a horse’s running speed under different conditions.
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Nonchalant Research
Ju
Wei definitely needs to find a bride to his liking, but he’s so cold to everyone. One of the candidates gave him the best pair of shoes from her family’s workshop, and look what he did!
Yes, you got that right: He took scissors and butchered this wonderful pair. Why? To find out what they’re made of and whether they’re really durable! The bride was discouraged, to say the least.
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Disturbing Thoughts
Inspector
Ju claims that Wei should get married, but things haven’t worked out with any of the brides. A candidate from a family that grows chrysanthemums for the imperial palace brought flowers as a gift. Shall we take a look?
Have you noticed the stones in this basket of chrysanthemums? That’s weird. According to Ju, Wei ignored the flowers and immediately began testing how much weight the basket could hold. By the way, it’s quite sturdy.
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An Inspiration from a Mandarin
Ju
I have to find a suitable match for Wei! He didn’t like the previous candidates at all. Each of them brought a gift to represent her family. Look at this inkwell!
This inkwell is a gift from a mandarin’s daughter. Did you notice that the streaks in it look like mountains? Wei asked her if she travels often. But she comes from a family of homebodies, and the groom instantly lost interest.
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Weddings and Disputes
Inspector
Something strange is happening in the City: Women are being matchmade with an unknown groom, on a bet. That’s quite a situation! I’ll write this intriguing story down in the Diary - it’ll be something to remember.
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New Level of Mastery
Detective
Do you remember the case of the Borgia’s treasures? I think we have missed some important details. I desperately need to find a new piece of evidence. The item I require is at the %s location, but it will be hard to find. Reach %s level to find the new evidence.
Great! Partner, you have become more and more important to my investigation. With a new rank, you will be able to find new items that were hidden from you previously.
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A Warm Welcome
Valerie
Come in; Ju’s place is always open - she loves guests and has nothing to hide. There’s such an amazing and kind aura in here. See for yourself: Nothing bad is happening in this house.
Look how many different cool things there are in here: wedding accessories, medicinal herbs, amulets... You can look through them endlessly. Ju is a really versatile person!
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Toward Destiny
Inspector
We’re one step away from entering the location. What will we find there? New mysteries of the City are waiting to be uncovered. Go on, enter!
The location is now open! Do you feel the pull of new adventures? The magic of the City is calling out to us!
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Protecting Everyone
Vera
Alas, Violet is right - Bitey is very noticeable without a disguise. But among the scientist’s records, there’s a blueprint of a special camouflage garment, the Mask of the Half-Blood. Can you help me make it?
Thank you for helping me create the Mask of the Half-Blood! The device under the mask will create the illusion of a human face on Bitey when necessary. Now he won’t be noticed around the City!
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Lunar Waltz of Runaways
Kira Woodville
Selena and her werewolf were victims of the Shadow Cult. Fighting with the disciples, she shapeshifted as well, but we restored her human form. Will it be possible to help other werewolves?
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The Essence of Humanity
Kira Woodville
The moment of truth - it’s time to turn on the Restraining Helmet and find out if it returns Selena to her human form. Please bring some artifacts - the device needs an impulse to turn on.
The Restraining Helmet is switched on and ready for testing! Surprisingly, Selena trusts us and has allowed me to put the helmet on her head. I’m not superstitious, but I’m crossing my fingers - I hope it works!
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Eternal Sunshine
Vera
By assembling the Restraining Helmet, we might be able to return Selena to her human form. I hope this works... To charge the device, we need a self-powered battery. Please look for it.
You’ve found a self-powered battery! Now we don’t have to worry about the helmet turning off. This battery is replenished from psychic energy, so it will always be charged when near Selena.
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Eyes of the Moon
Kira Woodville
If we manage to restore Selena’s humanity, we might be able to help other forcibly shapeshifted people. The scientist wrote about selenite reflectors. Find them, and I’ll learn about why we need them.
Here are the selenite reflectors! According to the records, Selena’s inner beast needs to be pacified. Werewolves love moonlight, and selenite reflectors give off a very similar glow.
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Bright Visions
Vera
The scientist who saved Selena believed that peace of mind was the key to keeping the werewolf inside her under control. To do this, he wanted to install a transmission screen on the Restraining Helmet. Can you help me find it?
Thank you for helping me find the transmission screen! By putting it on Selena when she’s a werewolf, we’ll try to calm her mind. I hope she remembers who she is and becomes human again...
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Guardian of the Mind
Violet
So Kira thinks Selena can still be saved? Pointless stubbornness, if you ask me, but whatever. The helmet’s base is described in the drawings of this wannabe scientist guy. Let’s look for that base.
It’s good you found the Restraining Helmet’s base. The design looks intimidating; I like it. It would serve better as a weapon, but if it helps to save the girl, a helmet will do, too.
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A White Wolf
Vera
Kira is right - we have to save Selena! The scientist studied her case for so long, there has to be a clue we’ve missed. There was a mention of a "wolf cache" in his diary. Let’s look for it!
You’ve found the wolf cache! There are lots of records and drawings inside the base of the figurine. I think I found what we need! Read this. The scientist mentions his latest development here!