It's my autism and I get to choose the hyperfixation | 25 | Hakuouki brainrot since 2012 | I will never recover | "height differences in ships" lovers dni the three meter difference between the decks of 𝘒𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘯 and 𝘒𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘦𝘵𝘴𝘶 literally contributed to the fall of Ezo | not so cute now is it
-He is definitely primary driver if on the road with the group.
-His boundless patience not only makes him a levelheaded driver, but also ensures no one is getting fussed at for their antics.
-Asks frequently if everyone needs a potty break. Is gently reminded they are adults and the term "potty break" is for children.
-Leaves the snack stocking, fast food order gathering and navigating to Toshi.
-Many recollections and anecdotes accompany his driving. Loves to point out landmarks and beautiful scenery.
Hijikata Toshizo
-As a man who appreciates the solitude and quiet for accomplishing work... stuffing him in a car with the group is emotionally grating and his irritation threshold is low. Snappish in the car. (Repeats that it has nothing to do with motion sickness.)
-Riding shotgun helps him retain his sanity and navigating is a much needed distraction. (And, has nothing to do with motion sickness.)
-When it is his turn to take the wheel, he strives to make as little stops as possible. His overall goal is to retain their minimal funds and make their destination without an extra night's stay.
-Will yell that they just made a stop an hour ago and you should have peed then!
-Every stop requires him getting a coffee. Man hardly eats when on the road. His destination is his focus. He runs on caffeine. (And aspirin.)
Todou Heisuke
-He knows so many car games. Looked up car games just for this trip. Just as his energy makes him the Master Host at parties, he is the Master Entertainer in the car. It's an opportunity to bond with his friends and he is so stoaked for it.
-Only person who doesn't need a power nap. When surrounded by snoozing bodies, he uses the time to talk to Kondou-san and Hijikata-san for some catching up and life advice. Looks forward to this moment just as much as the rest of the trip.
-If no one is interested in a round of Twenty Questions or what have you, he will pull out his Switch. Willing to play alone, but he'd much prefer to Smash with his buddies. Brought extra Joycons. He's also willing to lend it to anyone bored.
-His optimism is never dowsed by any circumstances that arise. If there is a flat, he's willing to get help, call for assistance, or grab a jack. If there is traffic, has ways of entertaining everyone. Willing to dart into a gas station and get snacks. Happy to share fun, food or drink.
-He is also the master of music. Whether it is changing radio stations to playing his spotify playlists for the whole car, he picks the best tunes. He has a roadtrip playlist just for the journey. He collaborated with everyone, just to make sure that no one is left out. Unfortunately, this also exposes him to be griped at after so many songs grind Hijikata-san's nerves. How was he supposed to know there was a limit to Baby Metal songs? Wonders why Souji asked for so many... or, was it the fact that everyone was singing powerballads at the top of their lungs?
Okita Souji
-Speaking of Souji, please entertain this one in the car. He may not have bubbly enthusiastic energy like Heisuke, but this one has a capacity to make serious trouble when cramped into a car and bored. Chaos energy should never be contained without distractions. Everyone knows how unfunny it is to be stuck in a car with a cranky Souji. In order to avoid hair pulling, blame games and relentless button pushing, everyone does their best to keep him conversational if nothing else can be done. Gumny worms are a last resort.
-Thankfully, Souji also has the capability to take three power naps in the car and still arrive at the destination tired. However, no lap or shoulder is safe. Someone will be used as a pillow. If he has opportunity to rest on Chizuru's lap specifically, he will do so. Without permission. Declares it is because she doesn't stink like a man and women are just softer. Grins smugly to himself for the longest while as the car goes silent.
-He will ask "are we there yet?" Several times. He can see it clearly marked on the GPS how many miles they have left. That doesn't matter to him. If he and Heisuke start singing "are we there yet?" it guarantees Hijikata-san will snap and offer him a chance to drive. It's an absolute ploy to snag some Kondou-san time. Plus, it means the Oni can take a power nap. Not that Souji would set that up because he cares or anything. Don't get the wrong idea.
-Some moments he prefers to play games on his phone or take photos of the scenery rushing by. Souji doesn't mind staring out the window and thinking. He can wall himself off for introvert time, even shoved into a car. Headphones in, people out. Neko Atsume ensures no one will ask him questions or request he share the gummy worms. Those are his gummies. Kondou-san bought them.
-Asks for a milkshake at fast food stops. Sees how far he can go until Hijikata-san caves. "I don't want food. I just want a milkshake." (Only shares with Chizuru.)
-He likes to point out funny road signs and city names. So, so many puns with the Baka Trio.
-Souji is secretly a whole lot more excited to travel than he let's on. Plus, this group is his family. He can do a little better than tolerating everyone. He has a captive audience and is content to ride as long as he is included. Given the infectious level of cheer with the Baka Trio in the car, he might even sing along with them or goof off more than usual. He might even find it in himself to be helpful with getting snacks and drinks along the way.
Saito Hajime
-This man was prepared, packed and ready to go before anyone else. He made a checklist of everything he could need and anything that could be overlooked, checked it over three times and helped to pack the car and ensure what would be needed was accessible.
-He rose early to prepare himself and help others be prepared. He helped Souji and Heisuke pack. He took his motion sickness pill and has a large thermos filled with piping hot green tea. He also made a thermos with coffee for Hijikata-san (sugary, but black.)
-Saito has his headphones in often, but the volume low in case he is addressed. He may listen to soothing music and read a book on the history of katana. Reading in the car cuts the anxiety of being stuffed in a tin can at high speed with little wiggle room. He is grateful for the moments Souji steps in to block the extroversion chaffing his introvert soul.
-He brought a neck pillow to rest, but if he naps on anyone's shoulder he will apologize profusely. There are less tasks to focus on while riding and because this man works so hard without quite enough sleep, he will doze off. Thankfully, Souji has a pretty cozy shoulder.
-He is glad to step out and stretch his legs during a pit stop. Gases up the car without being asked. He will also wash the windows and Hijikata-san has to gently stop him from washing the entire car. Requests to drive through a car wash at the earliest convenience. Cuts a glare at Souji when he says he likes the mud. If Chizuru goes in to use the restroom, he will escort her. She needs protecc.
-Happiest when there is a beautiful rainbow or a lovely sunset on the horizon to admire.
Nagakura Shinpachi
-"Hey, do we have any snacks?" The main reason they have snacks is to keep him fed.
-This is the guy who sees the museum billboards or natural formations and requests they stop and take a look. Grumbles when the Vice Commander reminds him their budget is already tight, or they would have flown. They reach a middle ground once Hijikata-san promises they can see a museum once they get there.
-Will jokingly bemoan that they can't just drink in the car. Sano will give him a light scoff.
-Definitely will play on the Switch. Loves defeating Heisuke just to aggravate him and ask him if he needs a break from his overpowering gaming skills. This only makes Heisuke all the more pumped to win.
-"Hey, do you guys remember that time when..." What better way to pass the time than to rehash the good times? Has a funny story about practically everyone. Souji and Hijikata-san both threaten him should he begin to tell the stories they expect him to. He quiets down for a bit, only to begin a political discussion. Doesn't notice when Saito and Souji put in their headphones.
-The most vocal about restaurant requests. Would rather have a hearty meal than fast food, but orders two meals if that is their only option.
-You know what is really fun? Singing AT THE TOP OF YOUR LUNGS! Encourages Chizuru to join in. Makes a puppy face until she relents.
Harada Sanosuke
-This man is an adult. Astute. Considerate. Well-mannered. Stuff him in a car with Heisuke and Shinpachi? That erodes into fun, goofing off time. Dance in the car? Sure! Bad singing contest? Oh, yeah!
-Still, he offers a hand to Chizuru to lead her out of the car on pit stops. Makes sure she is comfortable in the car.
-He did bring headphones for a moment's peace. Politely asks Saito to borrow his neck pillow for a nap. "Shinpachi, Heisuke. I'm going to sleep now. I'm tired. I don't want to play, I want to rest. I'm warning you both, if you touch me, I won't hold back. I'll knock your head off. Souji, that includes you, too."
-If all the chaos energy becomes just a tad too much to bear, he will lean towards the front and ask for a driving shift.
-On the whole, he is present to chat, help when asked and always aware of Chizuru needing just a little more tenderness than their pack of wild wolves.
-He might also text pictures to Shiranui of city names or cool sights. Smirks a little at the replies. When Shinpachi asks who he's texting, he doesn't give specifics. "A friend."
-He tries to avoid the role of peacemaker in the car, expecting everyone to behave. However, if necessary, he will wip out that big brother attitude and quell the situation. He isn't afraid to remind any of them how they are behaving in front of Chizuru. Is it a dirty move? Maybe. Does he care? Not really.
Yukimura Chizuru
-She's in a car with seven men. She did have nerves before entering, but mainly about how she would fit in with such a tight knit group.
-Her helpful attitude is appreciated by all. She finds herself being handed candies, given a pat on the back or a thank you to her face. She blushes happily about it all.
-She helped arrange luggage so they had optimal room. She appreciated all the strong men who were willing to help pack. It gave her great encouragement when they asked her give them insight.
-She has the tiniest of all the bladders. She is going to make all the pit stops she can. She does marvel at how well they all work together, despite being such different people.
-She gets dragged into so much silliness. She tries her hand at playing some video games with Heisuke, singing along to songs, any of the car games played and laughs at a lot of the antics in the car.
-Like Saito, she will help without requested. She sometimes gets snack or food orders from everyone to make the information short and accessible to Hijikata-san.
-She did bring some headphones, a book and the notes of thoughts on her phone to entertain herself. She doesn't need it so much as she expected. She loves to window gaze, take in the sights and spend time with them all. Road trips just feel like family to her.
Some highlights of my Hakuoki Island: Featuring my Mii
Things not featured: Everyone else who dared to ask to play bowling, the three people crushing on Saito, Chizuru refusing everyone's offers to live with them, Okita asking me if I preferred tuberculosis or consent, and Hijikata and Saitos lovely wedding
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 6
Still haven't figured out what I should do next.... I sorta wanna go translate the Shimabara Disturbance drama, but the tl I found has some parts that are missing text, and I just don't wanna go look up what I ned to fill in those gaps...
whatever. maybe i won't do that. good night. 😂 i'm too tired to think right now. waking up before 6 am really messes me up unless i'm travelling.
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 6
Translation by KumoriYami
Chǒushí · Kazama Moment 《1~3 o'clock》
It was 3 o'clock, the time when all plants slept, and when the gates of the underworld [I guess?] were open.
If things were as usual, I would have fallen asleep long ago…
Unfortunately, today I woke up, perhaps from hearing the sound of insects.
"……Huh……？"
As I huddled under my blanket, I heard something outside… a minute sound.
The chirping of insects was wrapped in the sound of the wind and the sound of footsteps on gravel.
...Was that the sound of a cat or dog walking by…?
I lifted up my groggy head head, and opened the door a finger-wide crack, and looked outside——
"——I didn't think you'd be awake at this time."
"……Eh？"
"Could it be those watch dogs are forcing you to work day and night?"
"……!"
My weary mind immediately cleared up, and my eyes widened.
Standing there was the one who had repeatedly crossed swords with the Shinsengumi and declared that he was going to take me away—.
"Kazama-san——"
"——Be quiet."
"Wah!?"
Just as the yell was about to leave my throat, my mouth was covered, and I could only desperately twist my body.
But Kazama-san's arm was like it was made of stone, and I couldn't pull away at all.
"It's useless, although female oni have powerful/strong vitality, their strength cannot be compared to that of a male oni."
"Uh——"
"……Listen, just stay quiet. As long as you promise not to yell, I will let you go."
I did my best to nod, and to my surprise, Kazama-san really did let me go."
"Why are you come here at this time? Could it be that you wanted to take advantage of how everyone's asleep..."
"That's ridiculous. Do you think that I'm the sort of vulgar man who would attack a woman at night?"
“……”
What happened just now, I did really feel that this was similar to being attacked…. I always felt there was a sense of incredulity with this, so I asked again.
"….Then why did you come here? It doesn't seem like you've answered my question yet..."
"……This flower/These flowers."
Kazama-san hesitated for a moment and handed me a flower.
"This is… a sunflower/These are... sunflowers…?"
"That's right. Early this morning, beautiful sunflowers bloomed in the garden of a house in the Satsuma Domain, and since I thought it'd be a waste if only I admired them. Thinking that, I involuntarily thought of your face. You are surrounded by a group of insensitive men all day long, and have no opportunities to see such beautiful flowers."
"Um......"
If Kazama-san's words were true, he really came just to send me this flower/these flowers…
"…….Even if you say that, with you suddenly coming here, I can't believe it…"
"Why suddenly? Is there something strange about a husband who treasures his wife giving her flowers?"
"——Wife?"
"Of course, you are my wife."
…………As expected, I couldn't communicate with this person. Kazama-san slowly extend his hand towards me, who was at a complete loss for words.
"Of course, if you want me to take you away right now, isn't that another matter?"
"I don't....!"
I trembled and hurriedly took a step back.
Kazama-san's hand abruptly stopped.
".......?"
"Hmph… Who would have thought that there would be a watchdog awake at this time."
Kazama-san sighed, turned around, and then disappeared into the darkness.
"——Let's meet again someday in the future. Next time, it will have to be in a place where no one will disturb us."
Yinshi · Sannan Moment 《3~5 o'clock》
——At that moment, a voice came from the depths of headquarters.
"——Apparently an uninvited guest came?"
"Ah…… Sannan-san……!!"
"——Oya. To go as far as to intrude at this time, how truly careless."
Sannan-san looked in the direction Kazama-san disappeared in and lowered the hand he had on his sword.
At the same time, I collapsed to the ground, as if the ties around had me had been unraveled.
"……Fu……"
"It's alright, Yukimura-kun. Did you get injured?"
"Nn. I'm okay. Thank you……"
I sat paralyzed on the ground and looked up at Sannan-san,, and noticed tha tmy hands were shaking.
Although he was joking about that bitter experience, it really could have been quite dangerous.
——If Sannan-san hadn't come, what would have happened?"
While I trembled as I imagined that, Sannan-san, he——
"……Forgive me/I apologise."
He took hold of my hand, and slowly pulled me so I could stand up, then he wrapped both of his hands around my hands.
"——As expect you're terrified, your hands are still shaking now."
"……Yes. As soon as I thought that I was saved, all the fear came bursting forth……"
"I'm sorry. If I was able to notice a bit sooner, you wouldn't have been so scared."
"N-No, it's not Sannan-san's fault! You saved me…"
"……Hehe. Yes. At least the worse was avoided."
Sannan-san urged me to sit down, and the two of us sat by side in the corridor.
Even though my body was still shaking now, he smiled.
"It's alright, I'll sit with you here and accompany you until you calm down."
"……"
"Apparently, I'm meddling——"
"No….. if Sannan-san doesn't mind…. please."
Perhaps my words went against his expectations, so Sannan-san's eyes wiedened, and he was speechless.
".......Are your words sincere?"
"Nn... is that no good....."
".......You aren't afraid of me even though I've become a rasetsu?"
Sannan-san gazed into my eyes, and I laughed/smiled.
"......I think that genuinely scary people wouldn't say that sort of thing. Although it's true that Sannan-san hasbecome a rasetsu……."
"……But?"
"But, I think that your heart is the same as it was before."
Actually, until just now, Sannan-san had been saying consoling words to me,…. .
"......Oya. After hearing such adorable words, I can't do anything bad now."
Sannan-san stroked my head, as if to say that he had surrendered.
"Then… until you can peacefully fall asleep…"
Afterwards, Chizuru's moment
—Then, after that—
Sannan-san stayed and chatted with me until the sky faintly became green.
I completely calmed down and returned to my room as well.
"Today… I should say yesterday, a lot of things happened from morning until night……."
I got under the blankets again, and what happened all day long began to gradually resurfaced in my mind again.
"Waking up early, seeing Souma-kun, cooking together with Heisuke-kun…… going on patrol……"
If I fall asleep now, I didn't know if I'll be able to sleep before daybreak.
"......In the middle of the night, Kazama-san came over for some reason…. then… Ah, Hijikata-san…. I don't know if he'w awake after that…"
Incredibly, as soon as I was covered with the blanket, I immediately felt drowsy. Tired to the point where I couldn't resist.
"……"
With my narrowing field of vision, between the gaps of dreams of reality, I mumbled to myself.
"……Tomorrow too…… I'll work hard……"
Until I was woken up again shortly after by the sound of birds, a new day was about to start again. I finally slept peacefully again so I could get a moment's rest——.
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 5
there's only one part left after this... and I still haven't decided what I should do next.
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 5
Translation by KumoriYami
Haishi · Harada moment 《21~23 o'clock》
By nine o'clock in the eveening, only the soldiers who had to patrol and do chores were the only ones at headquarters who hadn't gone to sleep…
Additionally, most people were getting ready for bed.
And I had gone to the newly built bathroom [or bathing room? don't feel like looking up a better term] at headquarters that had been built on Dr. Matsumoto's recommendation.
"…I'm sorry, Harada-san. You're still exhausted yet you specifically came here…."
"Don't worry about it, I had nothing to do anyway."
That's right, as a woman wearing men's clothes, I could only take a bath at this time.
If I was left by myself, it wouldn't be difficult for me to be found out, which is why I asked the executives who knew about my circumstances to help.
So today, I had asked Harada-san to stand at the door while I took a bath.
"....Fu...."
"Don't worry, soak for as long as you want. You need to take your time and soak yourself."
"Mm… it's nice to take a bath every now and then. After all, I can usually only wipe my body with a wet towel…"
I sighed deeply while responding to the voice coming through the [folding? tl uses "(standing) screen] screen.
“…It's so comfortable, I feel like I'm going to fall asleep."
"Haha, it's fine to sleep for a bit, I won't peak."
"I'm not worried about that..."
I cupped a handful of hot water in the palms of my hands.
"I ultimately don't look like a woman, so even if someone peeked…"
If I had some sort of feminine charm, I wouldn't have been able to wear men's clothing all the time…
After I uttered self-deprecating words with a forced smile, Harada-san's whispers echoed in my ears.
"....I don't think that's the case."
"Eh?"
"I've thought this before, but i wonder if you've vastly underestimated your own charms?"
"Re-Really...?"
Was it just because of how Harada-san praising people that he was saying that…?
As I thought that, I submerged my shoulders under the water while Harada-san's voice accompanied a bitter laugh.
"Well, it's no wonder since that you don't have anyone else to compare to while living in this place like this. And it's even less noticeable while you wear men's clothing."
"Nn..."
"But I still need to say that that in my eyes, you are absolutely very attractive."
“……”
"…Hey, what's wrong? Did you really fall asleep?"
"N-No, I'm awake!… I'm just going to soak for a while longer and then I'll get out!"
I slowly immersed my nose into the water and blankly reflected.
——Soak for a while longer, at least when I get out, I can use the heat as an excuse for why there's blush on my cheeks…
Zishi · Hijikata moment 《23~1 o'clock》
It was very late at night, and most of the troop had already fallen asleep, and headquarters was completely silent.
I headed to the kitchen to get some water before going to sleep when I suddenly stopped in the corridor.
"....Huh?"
Inside headquarters, which had almost all of its lights out, there was a single room where a faint lamp was shining. That should be…
"HIjikata-san's room...?"
"——I'm sorry for disturbing you at such a late hour."
"…Hm? It's Yukimura. Why are you still awake at this hour?"
"Yes, I just finished taking a bath…"
Hijikata-san looked up from the pile of books on his desks, and I raised my head to see the dark circles below his eyes, as if he could collapse at any moment.
"Um… ou seem to be very tired, so why don't you rest for a bit…?"
"Sorry, I can't go to sleep right now. I still have some written materials that I need to write."
Upon closer inspection, there were various papers that Hijikata-san had handled so far that had been stacked on to the table. As I shifted my attention from the latest document…. I sighed softly and paused.
"Um... Hijikata-san."
"What happened. I'm really busy right now, so we can talk later——"
"——The content of this document appears to be wrong…."
"What are you saying"
"Where the position is, the Chief of the Shinsengumi is written as Okita-san… Furthermore, over here.. the number of the division doesn't appear to be correct…"
“……”
Although there places where the errors were small, the entire thing would need to be rewritten.
Hijikata-san's brows furrowed as he looked at the paper, and I spoke quietly to him.
"I really think that you should take a nap, a nap would be good."
".....Ahah, I get it."
Although there places where the errors were small, the entire thing would need to be rewritten.
"If I write this again, I'll only repeat the same mistakes, which will make everything pointless."
"That's right…! Rest for a bit/Take a break!"
"Nn......Thank you, Yukimura. This type of exhaustion is usually something that you can't notice yourself. Thank you for pointing that out."
When he lied down on the floor with his back to me, he seemed to be smilling. Was I mistaking this? Hijikata-san only took about two or three breaths before he began to store, and I gently draped the coat in the room over his shoulders.
"——I hope you can sleep well."
His now tranquil sleeping face made it seem that his usual solemn frowning expression was a lie. For the sake of not disturbing him, I hurried to quietly leave the room.
---to be concluded---
i'm glad it feels a lot like fall now. I do quite poorly whenever the temperature goes above 25°Cish... one of the reasons why I know I'd never be able to live in Italy (aside from the fact that people smoke way too much for me since I have a bad reaction to smoke 😅)
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 4
Ended up falling asleep way too early... so I didn't get to this until today. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Sorry!
Anyway, good news, my exam won't be until February... though the bad news is that this timing will screw up my schedule later. I'll probably have to start seriously studying in December since the content I need to know is going to become far less memorable as time goes by so I'll need more time to make up for that.
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 4
Translation by KumoriYami
Yǒushí·Okita Moment 《17~19 o'clock》
After successfully completing the patrol and returning to headquarters.
At dinner, I noticed that Okita-san wasn't at his seat.
".......Huh?"
The day was almost over, and the large hall was filled with members eating their meals.
But, unlike the other executives who had come, only Okita-san wasn't present, which made me feel puzzled.
"Um, Inoue-san. Is Okita-san not coming to eat?"
“"Souji? Apparently he went back to his room because he wasn't feeling well.
“————”
"——Okita-san."
"……Eh, Chizuru-chan?"
I was really quite worried about Okita-san, so I went to his room.
As usual, his brows furrowed as he saw me enter the room.
"It's should still be dinner time… have you eaten already?"
"No… it's just that Okita-san didn't go to dinner, which is why I was quite worried."
"Ahaha...."
Okita-san revealed a somewhat embarrassed expression as he spoke.
"I haven't had much of an appetite today, so I didn't want to eat dinner."
"….But you didn't eat lunch, right? So it's a better to eat a bit for dinner…."
"No need. Eating a bit will only make me feel sick to my stomach."
"Then, I'll go make some easy to eat rice balls…"
Perhaps because he felt that I was endlessly pestering him, Okita-san frowned.
"Chizuru-chan, what are you to me? I can look after myself."
"But, I really can't leave you by yourself. It's obvious that you are sick, Okita-san."
“……”
"Dr. Matsumoto also warned me that I would need to pay attention to to Okita-san's physical condition… furthermore, I think Kondou-san would also be devastated if something happens to Okita-san."
"….This has nothing to do with Kondou-san, right?"
His voice sounded somewhat angry, and while I cringed a bit in my heart, I however still summoned my courage to speak.
"——There is a concern. If Okita-san isn't well, won't Kondou-san be the most upset?"
"…….Don't you feel that your statement is quite sly?"
"Of course it's not just Kondou-san. Hijikata-san, Saito-san, Heisuke-kun, Harada-san, Nagakura-san…. everyone must be very worried about you, and be very upset."
The more I talked, the more enthusiastic I became, and Okita-san sighed helplessly as he narrowed his eyes.
"Worried, is it. ——Then, what about you?"
"Eh?"
"You didn't mention your name just now, right? Are you not worried about me?"
I didn't know why Okita-san was beaming as he stared at my face.
For some reason, my heart felt thump wildly jumped. I spoke incoherently.
"O-Of course, I'm worried about you too, of course I'm worried!"
"So you're worried... nn, I understand."
Okita-san looked at me as if he found something amusing and shrugged his shoulders.
"Then… since you're worried this much about me, I'll reluctantly have to eat some food."
"Really..."
"But, please give me something that will be easy to digest."
"Okay, I'll go get you some delicious vegetable congee immediately!"
Shushi·Saito Moment 《19~21 o'clock》
"Okay, let's starting training next. After each group has finished swinging their sword a hundred times, they will then rest."
The mission of the long summer days had come to an end, and the long night descended.
After dinner, I walked to where the Third Division was training hard.
"——Good work, Saito-san. I brought everyone's tea."
"Nn. Then let's give it to the members who are currently resting first."
"Okay. Then Saito-san should drink some too."
"No need, I plan to wait until everyone has finished their drills before drinking."
Saito-san's steady gaze was focused on the members, and I looked at him too.
Pairs from the Third Division were competing fiercely against each other, and all the members were seriously watching them.
"….Um, Saito-san, may I ask what this training exactly is?"
"What do you mean?"
"It looks like everyone is repeating different actions…"
"Ah, that's because the purpose of this training is for each individual to master the skills that best suit themselves. There will not be the time to think and chose on the battlefield, and it is useless to learn of other small actions. The only thing that can be relied upon at a critical juncture are the skills one knows best/one is most familiar with."
"I see..."
As I watched the team members repeat the same actions over and over again, I muttered to myself.
"Occasionally, I observe how the other Divisions training, and it's interesting to see how each division trains in it's own way. I believe that the Third Division can be considered among the most serious among them."
"Nn…… But to be honest, there actually were many people who opposed the way I provided guidance."
"......Why is that?
In the face of my incredulous expression, Saito-san smiled wryly.
What I teach is to enable them to kill the enemy with one blow on the battlefield. However, clinging to one technique often puts them in an unfavourable circumstances during kenjutsu competition."
"I can imagine that. After all, during a competition, there will be many instances where the opponent is someone that is familiar with your trump cards."
"Indeed. That's why many people have complained that they were unable to win during competitions since they started to receive my guidance."
“……”
"……I've even had people use that as justification to ask me about changing divisions. When considering that, I am probably the type of person who is to suited to teaching people."
Saito-san reviled a self-depreciating and forced smile.
"......I don't think that's the case."
I shifted my gaze away from the side of his face to the members and muttered.
"Saito-san, you aren't someone who is very good expressing your thoughts in words, which is why it's very easy to cause misunderstandings like that…. But, I think that the extent to which you think about the members isn't less than any of the other division captains."
"....Why do you think that?"
"To consider and provide guidance to dozens of division members in order to improve the skills that are most suited to them is something that I don't think would be possible without you carefully observing each member."
“……”
"I believe that the members of the Third Division are proud to receive Saito-san's guidance."
"…Is that so? In that case, my guidance will not be considered in vain."
Saito-san faintly smiled as he spoke, and I smiled back.
---to be continued---
random: I ended up proving feedback on google because the summary on their page stated evil "ex-boyfriends" and not evil "exes". 😂
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet "Her Long Day" part 3
The downside to me sleeping early is that I wake up way too early (before 7 am), and as that causes me to feel super tired for most of the day... I've had a hard time staying awake, which causes my attention to detail to plummet like a rock. Anyway, I don't know if I'll be able to consistently translate in October and November since I have a licensing exam that I really need to study for...
I'll worry about that later. Because I am genuinely sleepy right now.
For now, enjoy!
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet "Her Long Day" part 3
Translation by KumoriYami
Wèishí·Nagakura Moment 《13~15 o'clock》
"——Alright, form two lines! Is everyone here?"
"Yes, Captain Nagakura!"
"Then let's hurry up and start today's patrol. Shimada, can you lead the squad?"
"No problem, leave it to me."
"Alright, let's go! Chizuru-chan, remember to not leave my side."
"Yes!"
Following the sound of orderly footsteps, the Shinsengumi Second Division passed through headquarters' gates.
I had completed my morning chores without incident, and welcomed the afternoon...
Today I was going together with Nagakura-san while patrolling with the Second Division.
"I'm sorry, Nagakura-san. I'll be troubling you to take me along for patrol."
"Don't worry about it. You'll be asking the people in the streets today about Kodo-san, right?"
"Yes, although there haven't been any results, I still want to press on."
"It's been hard work for you too. As long as you don't give up, you'll certainly find him one day."
"Yes!"
I obediently followed the team members in their uniformed haori.
Perhaps t was because the Shinsengumi's reputation had increased…
There were no troublemakers in sight, and there was a tranquil atmosphere over the streets.
"The streets of Kyoto have been calm lately."
"Yeah, everything's peaceful, almost as if nothing will happen again… I'm sort of reminded of what happened when I was at Shiekan."
"Shiekan… That's the dojo that Nagakura-san and the others belonged to when you were still in Edo, right?"
"Yeah. Back then, everyone was poor, but everyone was happy every day and their smiles never stopped. Of course, that hasn't changed even now."
Nagakura-san looked up towards with the sky with some nostalgia, and mumbled.
"….In the future, it'd be nice if these days could like this."
"......Nagakura-san......"
"Oh, I'm sorry, Chizuru-chan, I'll only make you feel awkward if I say that. One day, we'll help you find Kodo, so that you as father and daughter, will be able to return to Edo."
"Ah… yes. One day…"
Although I responded like that, I however still felt speechless for a moment, what was the reason for that.
I came to Edo to find my father, and that has never changed.
But lately, whenever I think there inevitably being a day when I have to leave everyone, I feel a bit lonely.
"Sorry, I said something weird. Let's go think eat something delicious later, and not think about difficult things until later."
Nagakura-san smiled as he said that to me, then turned towards the other members.
"Alright, you guys listen up! After today's patrol ends, this Captain-sama will treat you all to dessert from a teahouse!"
"Eehh…? Since you're treating, I'd rather go to a bar!"
"Bastard! I really want to drink…. No way! We have to have something sweet today!"
"Then I want to eat anmitsu. There's a shop that I can recommend going to!"
"Shimada's recommendation is definitely going to be too sweet…"
"You guys… If you complain again, I'm not going to treat you!"
Seeing the Second Division's members laughing and joking around as they walked, I couldn't help but smile/laugh.
"Nagakura-san and the members have a really good relationship…"
I was as happy as Nagakura-san was, as if that was my own matter, and for the sake of not falling behind everyone, I quickly followed them.
Shintoki·Sakamoto Moment 《15-17 o'clock》
"Um, I'm sory, we're looking for someone…"
"....Hm? Looking for someone?"
"Yes. May I ask if you know a bald Western doctor named Yukimra Kodo?"
No. There are many bald monks that I've seen…. but I haven't heard of a Western doctor with that name."
"Is that so... thank you."
I bowed to the owner of the pharmacy and sighed as I walked out the door.
And as I asked around at clinics, pharmacies, and other places related to father work's work while the Second Division patrolled….
"Chizuru-chan, how was it?"
"Ah, Nagakura-san… Unfortunately, there's nothing here too."
The outcome was as I witnessed it, and the hope I had for today was dashed again.
Nagakura-san narrowed his eyes and patted my shoulder.
"In that case… Nn, we'll be walking around in this area, so you can investigate wherever you want as long as you're within my range of sight."
"Okay, thank you."
Hearing Nagakura-san's consolation, I walked up the street again. But I couldn't begin to feel happy.
——Truly, will it be possible to find him.
This worry in my heart has constantly been growing in my heart had lately been dulling my steps.
I've already asked so many people, yet there still wasn't the slightest bit of information, so was it possible that my father has….
“……”
"….Why the drawn face? What a waste to your cute face."
"Huh...?"
"No, your appearance in men's clothes is handsome cute, which ought to be said outright. I'll correct that, and just call you a beauty."
"Sa-Sakamoto-san...?"
In the face of this acquaintance that was publicly known to be an elusive person, I couldn't help but widen my eyes.
"Why are you here...?"
"I just came to find you. I heard that people from the Shinsengumi were on patrol here, so I came to try my luck. It's great to have met you."
Sakamoto-san, who claimed to be a ronin from the Tosa Domain, looked at me with a smile on his likeable face.
"So, why are you feeling so sad? As long as you're willing to talk, I'd be happy to listen?"
"….Uh….?"
For a moment, I hesitated to tell him, the desire to tell someone prevailed, so I decided to speak.
"Actually...."
"——So that's how it is, you haven't found any clue about your father."
"Yes… I've been wondering lately, is it really okay to be continuing like this…"
After listening to me finish worried confession, Sakamoto-san fell deep into thought.
"…Maybe, the means of finding this person/someone are wrong?"
"The means of finding someone… is it?"
If your father went into hiding for some reason, then it's unlikely that he'd be walking down the streets with a bald head and with the characteristics/traits of Western doctor displayed, right? If that's the case, even if you ask around repeatedly, you won't find anything."
"...Are you saying that my father might be disguised?"
"I'm only saying that this is a possibility… that's why, you should try searching areas that aren't just related to medicine."
Sakamoto-san spoke thoughtfully.
"He's a Western doctor, right? Apart from pharmacies, you might also have to search bookstores that sell books related to Western studies, or possibly places that make medical equipment."
"Ah… it's as you say… thank you…!"
Sakamoto-san looked at my inspired expression and used a finger to poke my cheek.
"Although my conjectures might not necessarily be accurate, it's good to occassionaly change your way of thinking. Ah, of course, remember to bring have the Shinsengumi escort you/take along a guard from the Shinsengumi when you go."
"Yes...!"
"In that case, I'd should hurry back before those awful guys appear show up again…. If you want to thank me, go on a a date with me to eat something delicious next time."
"....Um, I'll have to about that carefully."
---to be continued----
reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anmitsu
also i almost always spell "publicly" wrong... huzzah for spell check pointing out that error every time that happens...
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 2
sorry this is late... but I've come down with chills, which is unfortunately unsurprising given how that happens when I go from a hot environment to a cool one... and I've just been tired and doing a lot of sleeping early... or passing out? 😂 Honestly, I almost never sleep before 10pm so it's been nice to indulge in being lazy... even if it's due to feeling a bit off.
Anyway, I haven't decided if I want to bother with cramming in two more of these "moments" before next thursday since I need to get to the artist's notes for Deemo... but w/e! Enjoy!
Also, the tl I've referenced isn't entirely consistent with the honorifics so I've put in what I think they are.
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 2
Translation by KumoriYami
Sìshí·Yamazaki Moment 《9~11 o'clock》
Everyone ate breakfast, and once all the dishes were washed.
Members went to patrol and train as part of their daily routine——.
And I set up medical tools, including a mill and mortar, in Yamazaki-san's room.
"Then, before Yamazaki-san returns, I'll get started first…"
I pounded the sun-dried flower petals, and opened up the notebook that contained medication prescriptions/recipes.
During my time as a page, I have frequently been assigned miscellaneous tasks...
The duty I was requested by Hijikata-san today was to help Yamazaki-san boil medicine for the team members.
While I was crushing petals, one of the raw materials…
"——I'm sorry, Yukimura-kun. I've kept you waiting."
The owner of the room opened the door and poked his inside as he spoke quietly.
"Yamazaki-san, I started first, is that alright?"
"Aahh, that's fine. I'll also help now too."
Yamazaki-san sat down in front of me, and narrowed his eyes as he looked at the notebook and spoke.
"Well, today… our main focus is to replenish the drugs that have an insufficient supply that are to be used soon."
"Yes. And Ito-san said that he had a sore throat and asked for cough medicine. After, Hijikata-san asked me to make some medicine for stomach pain."
"Ito-san aside, what happened to the Vice-Commander…? Why is he suddenly having stomach pain?"
"Uh, it appears that his stomach has severely been hurting since yesterday…"
"…..It was Okita-kun again. Really, what does that person think the Vice-Commander…"
Yamazaki-san breathed out a sigh, and began to pound the petals.
"Always playing pranks and causing trouble for him, and the Vice-Commander cannot ignore him… He's obviously a division captain, so he should have some respect for the Vice-Commander!"
"No, that's not it, Yamazaki-san. It seems that it wasn't Okita-san's fault this time, but Nomura-kun's."
"…Nomura-kun? What on earth did he do?"
Astonishment was on Yamazaki-san's face, and I trembled with fear as I spoke.
"Um… it seems like he was delivering a late night snack to HIjikata-san, and he accidently fell down in his room and caused half of the letters to get destroyed by fire..."
"....I see, I understand."
Yamazaki-san abruptly stood up, and I hurried added:
"No-Nomura-un didn't have any ill intentions! He just was a bit out of luck…"
"I understand. I merely want to teach him a very, very small lesson, and tell him that he needs to be careful about everything."
Yamzaki-san had a smile on his face, but there there was no smiling in his eyes, he then turned his back to me and spoke.
"……Anyway, at least, for approximately three periods of time*, it's only natural to have him seiza and listen."
"Three moments of time* will be from day until night...!"
T/N: I think this is based on the wadokei, the old Japanese way of telling time... which divided the day into 12 hours... or alternatively, it's based on rokuji, which divided a day into 6 periods of time... and I have no idea how best to word these "periods".
While quickly catching up to Yamazaki-san who was leaving, I prayed in my for Nomura-kun's fate.
Wǔshí · Iba moment 《11~13 o'clock》
Shinsengumi Headquarters · Nishi Hongan-ji Temple
In addition to how the room was used for assemblies, it was also used by members to eat, and because it was lunch time, the large hall was crowded with many members.
"Don't push! If you want get more rice, please line up!"
"Yukimura-senpai, the rice tub is almost empty again!"
"The next pot of rice should be cooked soon, so I'll quickly go and bring it!"
Normally, Souma-kun and I were usually on in charge of the meals for the executives that were close to Kondou-san and Hijikata-san, so we rarely helped meals for the ordinary team members...
But the person in charge today caught a cold, so Souma-kun and I were entrusted by Inoue-san to begin helping him wherever.
"This… this is complete chaos…."
In a moment someone won't have a dish or chopsticks/there won't be enough dishes and chopsticks, someone will want more rice in a moment, someone will spill soup and ask me for a rag…… and so on and so forth.
In the face of one rude voice after another, I felt like I was going to have my hands far too full.
Despite that, since I had agreed to Inoue-san's request, I still had to put in the effort to handle things well, even while feeling overwhelmed.
"——Chizuru, if possible, can I help?"
Iba-san grabbed hold of my hand, and took the rice paddle from my hands.
"Ib-Iba-san? Why are you here....?"
"I happened to have something I had to come here for… but, that can be talked about later. For now, we should handle the matter at first."
After those firm words were spoken, Iba-san clearly greeted the team members.
"Those who want more rice, you don't have to stand up. Please sit where you are and lift your rice bowl, and pass it down in turn."
"How about another serving of taro? Unfortunately, all of the taro has already been eaten so how about another serving of konbu? Konbu (こんぶ) and cheerful (こぶ) are homophones, but they are very" auspicious.
the word "cheerful" is a correct translation, but I think that's wrong... since what I found on what こぶ i
means doesn't really make anything seem auspicious?
Iba-san was like a teahouse clerk, taking care of the team members in a clear and orderly manner.
Seeing him like that, I quickly continued to help——
Half an hour later, almost all of team members finished eating.
"It's almost over. Good work/You've worked hard, Chizuru."
In the almost empty hall, I hurriedly bowed my head to express my thanks to Iba-san.
"I'm sorry, I didn't expect to trouble Iba-san with chores…"
"Don't worry about it. I myself wished to help."
Hearing him say that, I relaxed a bit, though still felt apologetic.
Seeing how anxious I looked, Iba-san nodded as if he had suddenly thought of something.
"Since you're so worried about this…. how bout I receive a bit of remuneration/a reward?"
"Remuneration? I don't have a lot of money..."
"Not like that…. Just repay me with food personally cooked by Chizuru."
"……"
For a moment, I wasn't able to react to what he meant, so I blankly stared at him.
"Food that I cook… is that okay?"
"Nnn. To be honest, I came to headquarters today because I wanted to eat food that you cooked."
"…….I understand. In that case, I'm very honoured!"
Seeing Iba-san smile, I started thinking about what to cook for him.
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet "Her Long Day" Part 1
Sorry this is late... but I was pretty busy yesterday, and I likely will have to push next week's translation to the following Monday or Tuesday as I'll be travelling soon and won't have access to my laptop for a period of time... alternatively, I'll just translate more next Thursday because this story has 12 sections, one for each of the routes.
Though I'm having eye problems again so maybe not... 😢
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet "Her Long Day" Part 1
translation by KumoriYami
Note up top... so before all the "x character moment" text, there's a term... which I'm not entirely sure what to do with. I'm pretty sure there are Japanese equivalents of what the hour ranges are referred to, but I've left them as they are in Chinese since I'm not sparing time to fix things right now but the range of time themselves are then specified in the "《X~Y o'clock》" part that follows after. I have no idea if it's like that in the booklet, but as it was in the tl I translated, I decided to keep it as is.
Maoshi · Souma Moment 《5~7 o'clock》
Everyday, I always begin with hearing birdsongs.
"......Nn.....Nnn......"
The singing voices of the sparrows that rested in the backyard served in place as an alarm clock and reverberated into my eyes.
I wanted to sleep a bit more, I tried to say so as my eyelids fluttered...
The hazy morning light came in through the sliding door and caressed my cheeks.
"......Is it.... morning..... already.......?"
To be honest, I didn't sleep last well last night, but it was my turn to cook breakfast today….
As someone in the care of the Shinsengumi, I can't procrastinate.
"Alright, i need to go wash my face...!"
I got up, and straightened myself up.
After getting dressed, I went into the corridor and the cool morning air enveloped my body.
Everyone was still sleeping, so I need to be careful to not wake them up.
As I thought that while walking toward the well, I was startled by a sound coming from the courtyard.
"——Hei! Ha! Huah!"
"....Huh, Souma-kun?"
His sword carved an arc of light and shadow, repeatedly tearing through the early morning air.
I was drawn to the by the unembellished shining blade without any confusion [???], and stared intently at Souma-kun, who after noticing my presence, stopped training.
"Ah, Yukimura-senpai. Good morning."
"Nn, good morning… You've started training this early?"
"Yes. I wanted to move my body before everyone gets up."
"Even so, you woke up early, right…"
It was almost an hour before everyone else would wake up.
Originally, pages slept later than others due to being busy with chores. Could Souma-kun still rest properly after waking up so early...?
Souma-kun didn't seem to see my concerns, and clenched his fists energetically as he spoke.
"My swordsmanship can't be compared to other people's, so even if it's only for a short while, I don't want to lose out on an opportunity to practise."
"That's why you're already practising...?"
"Yes! One day, I'm going to catch up with everyone…!"
"......How dazzling......"
I unconsciously said that.
Regardless of what happens to us two in the Shinsengumi, he will surely be able to show that dazzling smile I admire while at my side..
"And if I wake up early, I can see Senpai. That's also one of the reasons."
"See me?….You can see me at any time…."
"But, if the first person I see of the day is Senpai, there will be special sense of accomplishment."
"......."
"What is it, Senpai?"
"No, it's nothing. I just think I should be working harder!"
"??"
Souma-kun occasionally things that make people feel embarrassed like this.
For the sake of preventing others from noticing the embarassmened expression on my face this morning, I decided to quickly wash my face.
Chenshi·Toudou Moment《7~9 o'clock》
I washed my face by the well, did up my hair into a bun, and freshened up again.
I renewed my spirit and left for the kitchen which was located at the corner of headquarters.
Ultimately, the Shinsengumi is a large organization, and the number of executives and soldiers alone is quite a lot.
That's why cooking duty is done by several alternating members…
"......Hey, Chizuru."
"What is it, Heisuke-kun?"
"Isn't it torture to ask me to make breakfast while I'm hungry…?"
Heisuke-kun was in charge of breakfast with me today, looked unhappy for some reason.
To be precise, his salivating face seemed somewhat resentful as he stared at the large pot.
"What's wrong with you? You seem more haggard this morning than usual…"
"Uh… I haven't eaten anything since lunch yesterday…"
"Eh…!? You didn't eat dinner yesterday?"
As I recalled dinner last night, I turned my head.
It's true that the Eigth Division's patrol was extended last nigt and they couldn't make it to dinner, but its members had rice balls that they could take back to their rooms… In that case…
"Yeah, I got some rice balls, but on my way back to my room, I noticed a stray cat in the courtyard. Since I felt sorry for it, I shared my rice balls with it."
"In that case, couldn't you have gone to explain that to get another one…?"
"I thought that too, but wasn't Takeda-san in charge of dinner yesterday?"
"Ah..."
"Anyway you must be lying about eating, right? When he said that, he wouldn't give me another one."
“……”
It's true that Heisuke-kun sometimes steals food.
So it's not unreasonable to doubt him from his normal behaviour.
But....
"....Heisuke-kun."
I looked around.
After confirming that there wasn't anyone, I secretly handed him the tamagoyaki that I just made.
"Chizuru...""
"This was just made... eat it while it's still hot."
"Ah, uh…. but is this really okay? Don't you normally get angry when I swipe food…?"
"...Today's circumstances are special. Furthermore, this is just a sample for you to taste, that's all."
It's really pitiful to have done something that was obviously good, but not have enough to eat.
Heisuke-kun stuffed a piece of tamagoyaki into his mouth with moist eyes.
"Delicious…! Thank you, Chizuru. I love this sweet/gentle and soft part of you!"
"Love....?"
"Ah————no, although I said love, I however actually meant this/mean um. I mean there's nothing special!"
"Hm...?"
"Al-Alright, I'm full of energy again, so let's hurry up and prepare breakfast!"
For some reason, Heisuke-kun seemed to be a bit flustered, but he finally regained his spirits.
In order to not lose to him, I also turned around to face the large pot.
----to be continued---
sorry, i meant to do three of these, but i'm short on time right now and trying to rush something else.... (┬┬﹏┬┬)
So earlier today I finally installed xkit and the first thing I did was turn on the extension where a cat runs all over your dash and it fell asleep on Souji
I thought I knew what I was doing but then I started dRAWING THE ARMS AND EVERYTHING BECAME A MESS I DON’T EVEN KNOW ANYMORE WHICH LINES ARE SUPPOSED TO BE THERE AND WHICH AREN’T
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