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[X] Well... maybe...
-[X] You have gotten kind of used to having someone to sleep with at night...
[X] You haven't had any work in a while, but maybe you'll just go make something for fun.
-[X] Maybe Aya would like something? Or... maybe you could think of something to make for Yuuka...
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You flash Aya a reassuring smile, “Don't worry about it, I appreciate the company. If anything, I should apologize for taking time out of your day, I mean you have the Bunbunmaru paper to run after all...”
“It is a bit stressful some days, but I like to think I excel under pressure.” the tengu puffed out her chest in pride, “Besides, you help me get some good ideas of articles to write, and I like to think youkai like to read the interviews. And hey, it works out as some free advertising for your shop, eh?”
“Good point, more business will always be nice. But ah, back to the topic at hand... well, uhm... this might sound a bit odd, but er...” your face reddens a bit in embarrassment, “could you maybe stay over tonight? I uh, kind of like having someone over at night, so erm...”
Aya laughs and pats you on the back, “No problem at all! It's a bit too early to sleep right now, so I'll just get started on my book until then. Might swing by home and get some clothes to change into, but we'll see, we'll see. Thanks for the offer Reina.”
“Just, uh... d-don't write about it. In the meantime,” you glance out at the window, “there's a good amount of daytime left so I think I'll busy myself with a project. I'll be in the workshop if you need me.”
It had been a while since you had any actual work, what with the whole holidays and all... still, you were hoping business would pick up soon. After all, with the whole Mon thing, you really didn't have all that much money to spare. Could be a good time to just get some rust off your skills, and maybe make something nice to give to a friend.
As you looked for a good piece of lumber to work with, you silently had to thank Yukari for whatever she did to secure you this seemingly neverending supply of lumber – if you had to buy your own materials you could only imagine how much your costs would go up. Then again, you only did seem to have this limitless supply of basic lumbers – oak, maple, ash, and the like – but nothing all that fancy... guess you would have to get your hands on more exotic, or luxurious materials.
Maybe you could make Aya a small shelf for her new books... perhaps something for Yuuka to thank her for the books as well? Maybe a small wooden planter... it was early in the day, so maybe you could even do both! Well, you wouldn't get anywhere just thinking about it, better get to work...
~ Year 2, Spring 3 – Evening
“Excuse me, Mistress Roots?”
“Oh, Limstella. Didn't know you came back, what is it?”
The maid curtseyed, before gesturing off to the side, “I have brought Scrap, the paperwork took longer then expected. Would you like to meet her?”
“Of course! Just let me tidy up a bit...” you say, starting to put your tools back, “Oh! Ah, before I forget, I'm having Aya stay the night, could you see if she needs anything? I think she's upstairs. It'll only take me a few moments...”
Limstella curtseyed once more, then departed. Both projects were rather simple, although you wanted to install the shelf yourself, and the planter only needed a few more finishing touches. You'd probably finish it up before you went to sleep. After tidying up your workshop, you headed towards the store front, where you assumed Limstella would leave Scrap.
Turns out, you guessed right. You found Scrap standing in the middle of the room, looking around with a vague hint of interest, but mostly boredom. Upon seeing you, she immediately flashed a grin and bounced towards you, extending her hand.
“Ah, you gotta be the boss here! Didn't hear much about you, but your maid there filled out the papers and all that, so guess I'm working for you now. It's nice to meet you boss, I'm Scrap.”
Scrap had a surprisingly strong grip, for a fairy, as you shook her hand, returning the smile, “It's nice to meet you as well. I'm not sure if Limstella said anything, but I'm Reina Roots.”
Scrap nodded, “Not a bad name. And nah, she didn't say much really, she seems to be a very business-oriented fairy, she's kind of weird I say... ah! Don't tell her I said that though!”
This fairy was pretty different from Limstella. Where as Limstella had rather long hair, that looked well cared for, Scrap's hair (while also long) looked much more wild, and dirty. Understandably, she didn't wear a maid's uniform either, and instead was wearing little more then a rather worn-out looking dress – it looked like it had been patched numerous times as well, and looked a bit burnt. You somehow got the impression this hiring place was really giving you the scraps at the bottom of the barrel...
“Yes, I suppose I am a bit unusual for a fairy.” commented Limstella, having now just returned from upstairs, “But pay it no mind, after all I'm only interested in the results of your work, and not what you think of me. As you two have been introduced, I will give Scrap a quick tour of where she will be staying, along with the workshop. If you will excuse me Mistress Roots.”
With Limstella caring for your new employee, you decided to go see how Aya was doing. You figured she would be in your room, and you were right. She seemed quite engrossed in reading her book, but still heard you open the door, and gave you a smile as she set the book aside.
“I'm sure I've said this before, but you've got a really nice place. Bit small, but still pretty comfy. I think I'll stick around long enough for some breakfast in the morning, if you don't mind.”
“Not at all! I love cooking for people. I made you a shelf for your books, it's all ready I just kind of want to install it myself.”
“Really? Well, I appreciate the thought, although you really didn't have too. If you want, I can bring you over to my house tomorrow, but let's leave that for tomorrow, eh?” the tengu looked out the window, “Boy, time sure flies... didn't realize it was so dark out already. If you don't mind, can I use your bathroom? I'd like to take a bath before I go to bed is all.”
“Sure, I don't mind. I think I'll go see how Limstella and Scrap are doing... probably finish up my little project, then I'll take a bath myself and go to bed.”
Aya nodded in acknowledgment, heading into the bathroom as you left the room to see what your two faeries were up too. It seemed while you were speaking to Aya, they had already toured the room upstairs, as you found them both downstairs in the workshop, with Limstella just finishing up an explanation to Scrap.
“Oi, boss! You don't have a bad place here really, but ah... I kind of have a question.” she gestured around your workshop in general, “I mean, this place is nice and all but ah... doesn't really seemed all that well suited to my particular talent, you know? There's a lot of wood in here, but I don't really see anything else...”
Oh. Well, that was a pretty good point.
“Well, I was kind of thinking less of hiring someone to compliment what I know, and more of hiring someone different... I could expand my opportunities then, maybe get some more business.”
The metalworker rubbed her chin, “I see... well, I guess that kind of makes sense... well, whatever. I can do whatever ya need me to do, I just felt like voicing my thoughts there. Since it's kinda late and all, I guess I'll get a good night's sleep.”
Limstella watched the other fairy leave, before looking to you and shrugging, “I do apologize Mistress Roots, but as I mentioned, the agency is not keen to hire out their more... skilled workers to people they do not know. I'm afraid she's about the best you'll get until then. Although I agree, we are not particularly set up for her area of expertise, it should be no problem. I do not suspect we will get any sort of orders that an unskilled fairy couldn't handle, and if it falls within your area of expertise, well, she will probably not need to do anything.
“Of course, having her do work she is not skilled in, will make her better at it but... well, I leave all that to you Mistress Roots. You tell us what to do, and I shall ensure it gets done. I must attend to some paperwork of my own, please have a good night Mistress Roots.”
Well... guess you may as well finish that planter, then take a bath and get some rest. Shouldn't take you more then an hour, and hopefully you wouldn't wake up Aya if she's already asleep.
After finishing your planter, you quietly peeked into your own room – you found Aya awake on the bed, a lamp turned on so she could read the book. She notes you and waves lazily in your direction.
“Go ahead, take a bath first. I figured it'd be a bit rude if I went to sleep and denied you a bath, since I figured you wouldn't want to wake me up. You have a very nice bath by the way.”
You chuckle and rub your head, “Well, I appreciate the gesture, but you didn't have to stay up on my account... I'll just take a real quick bath then...”
“Take your time, take your time. Sleep is nice and all, but I don't need all that much of it.” replied the tengu dismissively.
Still, you didn't want to keep Aya up longer then you had to, so you ended up taking a rather quick bath anyway. The crow was still awake, reading her book by lamplight. Upon seeing you exit the bathroom, she slipped a bookmark in place before laying the book aside. She looked to you, then formed her hands into a square shape and flashed you a grin.
“That would make a great picture, fresh out of the bath! And with your hair down, even. You have some surprisingly long hair, Reina... though, I guess with that hairstyle, you actually do have some rather long hair. Maybe you should try wearing it down more often, it looks good.”
You blush at her praise, “T-thanks. I'm just really used to putting my hair up is all... erm, anyway... g-good night Aya. I'll make you some breakfast in the morning.”
“I'll be looking forward to it. Good night, and thanks for letting me stay the night.”
It didn't take you too long to drift off into restful sleep... before you did, you had the distinct feeling of the tengu sleeping rather close to you. She was kind of warm...
~ Year 2, Spring 4 – Morning
Come morning, you found one of Aya's arms lazily draped over your waist, and the tengu still asleep. Carefully removing yourself from the bed, without waking her, you take a moment to tuck her in before heading downstairs to make breakfast. To your surprise, Limstella was already in the kitchen – she had even laid out some of the utensils and ingredients already.
“Good morning Mistress Roots. I trust you wish to prepare breakfast yourself?” asks the fairy, receiving a nod in response, “Very well. If you will excuse me, I need to prepare some papers for you to view, we have some requests.”
Limstella curtseyed before leaving the kitchen. The prospect of some work was appealing, but for now you had to focus on breakfast – you were sure once you started cooking, Aya and Scrap would wake up. You kind of felt like an omelet today... perhaps with some cheese? It was too early in the year to have any fresh fruits or vegetables, so you guessed that would have to do for now.
It didn't take long for you to hear noises from upstairs, followed by Aya poking her head into the kitchen. There was something kind of cute about seeing her with her hair messy...
“That smells reaallllly good Reina. Will it be much longer?” she asks curiously.
“Not too much more. If you like, take a seat. I'm not sure what you want to drink, but we have some orange juice in the fridge, or I can make you some tea.”
“Some OJ sounds pretty good. Thanks.”
Before much longer, Scrap found her way downstairs and then a short while later you invited Limstella to sit as well. While you could see she had a clipboard with her, she agreed to sit down and eat breakfast with all of you before discussing it. It made you feel pretty good having all these friends to eat with... it was the first time you had the table full of people like this.
Following breakfast Aya excused herself to take a bath, while Scrap departed to await instructions. Limstella placed the clipboard on the table.
“Not too many requests, but that is to be expected. It is up to you to pick what you think we can handle, or none at all if that is what you wish. I only suggest you limit yourself to one, unless you wish to take time out of your day to attend to them yourself.”
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> Author's Note
I'm putting this first, so that way you have to read it before you get to the voting! The way the whole 'work' thing, well works, is very simple. The day, as you may have noticed, is split up into three sections – Morning, Afternoon, and Evening. There's Night, but well, everyone is generally asleep then so it hasn't come up yet.
Your workers only work from Afternoon to Evening normally, as they spend the Morning sleeping, waking up, eating... so there isn't that much of Morning left by the time they start working. Each worker has skills, and those skills have ranks/levels (whatever you want to call them), the more they have, the better of course.
When you select a job, also say who will be working on it – as we only have one right now, you don't have too, but keep it in mind for future jobs when we do have more workers. Or I'll just assign them however I feel like at the time.
Anyway jobs have a Completion score, you have to reach that within the job's time limit to get the reward. Fail and you only get partial credit, but you'll lose some things as well... so don't try to do that.
As for how Completion is given, it's pretty simple. Each skill level is basically a d3, by default, so for each work period (so by default Afternoon and Evening) you get 2 rolls of a d3, meaning you can earn as little as 2 Completion, or as much as 6 Completion per day (Assuming a skill of 0, if skill of 1 then you have 2 d3's per time period, so minimum of 4, max of 12 in Afternoon and Evening).
All the rolls are on my side of course, and I'll do my best to remember to tell you how the Completion is going whenever time passes. Whenever a job is finished, it'll be closed and the workers will be off on break. Rewards are given the next day, in the morning.
One thing to keep in mind for your workers is Stress. They gain 1 stress for doing work, and lose 1 whenever they don't. For a normal day, this means they gain 0 stress overall. You can however opt to make a worker work Morning and/or Night – keep in mind this means they'd gain 2 stress per day. They'll only get up to 6 before they refuse to work until it gets back down to 0.
Reina is a special case. For woodworking skills she counts as having 5 skill levels in it, and she always rolls the highest result on her die. For other jobs, she always gets a 2 as a result, and counts as having 5 skill levels as well. Keep in mind if Reina is working, you can't do anything else.
Sorry for the huge text dump. I hope it isn't too confusing. There's more to it, but I'm kind of working it out as it goes, and it isn't relevant yet.
>Job requests for Reina Roots
~ Make tables (Woodcrafting)
Client requests a few tables to be used during this year's flower viewing. As the viewing is still some weeks away, haste is not required but encouraged.
Required Completion: 15
Deadline: Spring 12
Reward: 100 Mon
~ Repairing of family heirloom (Restoring)
Client requests a dresser that has been in their family for generations to be restored, as its begun to fade and has suffered some damage over the year. Due to the nature of the request, it is likely only Mistress Roots can do this particular request.
Required Completion: 10
Deadline: Spring 12
Reward: 40 Mon
~ Making a kotatsu table (Woodcrafting)
While the weather has been warm, a client is looking to have a kotatsu table for when the weather chills.
Required Completion: 8
Deadline: Spring 10
Reward: 40 Mon
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Sure is nice to get some work offers...
[ ] Select which jobs to pick, if any.
Well, now then, what shall I do today?
[ ] Go to Aya's to set up that shelf!
[ ] Maybe you'll just lazy around the house today...
- [ ] Get to know Scrap?
- [ ] Chat it up with Limstella?
- [ ] Other? (write-in)
[ ] Perhaps you'll go into town to shop...
[ ] Other (write-in)
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Oh god. This took so long to write. Sorry to dump this all on you at once anon, but I knew this was going to happen eventually. Hopefully it doesn't sound too confusing and it doesn't annoy everyone that much.
I'm not sure how many jobs should really be offered, or how often either. I know it's a bit early into the whole concept, but do you feel they should be offered daily, weekly? Few times a week? Or how many jobs offered? One? Three? Six? I'm kind of fishing for input there. I don't have a list of jobs, so I kind of make them up on the spot, but do keep in mind they're how you earn your spending money.
