Shadows of London: 1-13 Scarlet Rose Club

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While window shopping in Petticoat Lane Market, Caroline spots a busy Priscilla. She gathers up her courage and follows her, and after passing through various alleyways, they arrive at a tightly shut door...

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Final Regret

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Gathering my courage, I walk to the door, and try to recall the knocking pattern Priscilla used.

• Knock once, pause, knock four times, pause, knock once
• Knock twice, pause, knock three times, pause, knock once
• Knock three times, pause, knock once, pause, knock twice
  • This one is the good code.

(Oh, it's the same code! I should respond with--)

• Roses wilt.
• Roses wither.
  • This one is the good code.
• Roses grow.

Endings:

• To continue the story, either:
  • Get both codes correct
  • Get one code correct and choose <Wuthering Heights> in Shadows of London: 1-8 Uncertainty
• Ending: Evil Rejoices
  • Get one code correct, and choose Voodoo doll in Shadows of London: 1-8 Uncertainty
• Ending: Unknown Terror.
  • Get both codes incorrect

Transcript

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• After the conversation in the greenhouse, I wait eagerly for news from Jesse.
• But the days pass by, and Jesse does not contact me.

• Aunt Petit is preparing to take me out shopping for a new outfit, so that we can visit Lord Windermere some day.
• But we receive news at lunch regarding a problem with the column at the papers, and Aunt Petit rushes out to check on things.
• You: It's rare for Aunt Petit to let me go out alone these days...

• You: Even if it's just a walk along the street, it'd be better than being cooped up in this house.

• I reassure myself with these thoughts as I open my wardrobe.

• Jack: My lady, you look so lovely today!

• Jack: Are you going to Regent Street to buy formal clothing, or Bond Street to buy jewelry?

• You: Oh... Let me think...

• Suddenly, the place Jesse mentioned comes to mind.
• You: Jack, do you know of "Petticoat Lane Market"?

• Jack: Of course! It's the most famous clothing market in all of London. You can buy all kinds of vintage clothing there.

• Jack: Anna even bought me a frock coat there!

• Jack: It's a pity I rarely get to wear it...

• You: Let's go to Petticoat Lane Market then. I'm quite curious about it.

• Jack: You must be joking! I've never seen a noble lady go shopping at Petticoat Lane Market.

• You: After arriving in London, Aunt Petit has prepared a lot of fine, luxurious clothing for me, but they are a bit restrictive.

• You: After so many days, I'm starting to miss the light and comfortable clothing I used to wear in Hampshire...

• Jack: My lady, you really are one of a kind. The outfits Madam purchased for you are very high-end.

• Jack: Ordinary girls would be envious of you.

• You: I just want to take a look at Petticoat Lane Market. I promise I won't buy things on a whim, and get you in trouble with Aunt Petit.

• You: Will you help me, Jack?

• Jack: *sigh*... Alright.

• The carriage passes through uneven cobblestone streets before arriving at the entrance to Petticoat Lane Market.
• There are clothing stalls of various sizes lining the street on both sides, and the lively place is crowded with people.
• You: This looks just like an ordinary market. Would the mysterious club really hold its activities nearby?

• I wander about the market, but do not spot any suspicious people.
• When I arrive at a fork in the road, and am wondering which path to take, a familiar figure appears in a corner.
• You: (Priscilla?!)

• Priscilla doesn't look like she's here to window shop.
• She gazes warily in all directions, and having determined that no one's following her, she quickly walks down one path.
• You: (I've not seen her for a long time because the lessons have been suspended.)

• I recollect Priscilla's strange words, and her bizarre actions.
• You: Perhaps she's a member of that mysterious club.)

• You: (If I follow her, I might be able to find that club!)

• Seemingly on purpose, Priscilla loops around the market area a few times before she enters a quiet shop.
• I enter along with a few customers, and watch Priscilla make her way through the shop and out the back door.
• I hurry after her.

• The back door leads to an unfamiliar street.
• You: (Where's Priscilla? Have I lost her?)

• A horse neighs in alarm somewhere down the street.
• I look towards the sound, and see Priscilla avoiding a carriage, and running into a small alleyway.
• You: (I mustn't lose her again!)

• There's a dilapidated house at the end of the alley. It's surrounded by rose bushes.
• Priscilla hesitates at the door, and then turns around suddenly--
• I crouch down in a hurry, and thankfully, I'm well hidden behind the rose bushes.
• You: (This is probably the club's gathering place...)

• Priscilla checks all around her. Finally, with a dubious expression, she turns back and knocks on the door.
• The wooden door creaks open slightly, and a man's raspy voice sound from the darkness beyond.
• Mysterious Man: Scarlet splatter.

• Priscilla Barnet: Roses wither.

• The wooden door is pulled open, and slams shut the moment Priscilla disappears into the house.
• You: (What do I do?)

• You: (I'm here, and I can't just turn back when there are clues right in front of me.)

• You: (And if the club is doing bad things with regard to the epidemic, Priscilla might be in great danger.)

• I steady my mind, and stand up. While brushing past the rose bushes, I accidentally prick my finger on a thorn.
• You: (At least it's just a tiny wound.)

• Gathering my courage, I walk to the door, and try to recall the knocking pattern Priscilla used.

Knock once, pause, knock four times, pause, knock once

• You: (Oh no... I can't remember it clearly. Perhaps it goes like this?)

• Nervous, I try knocking according to what I remember.

Knock twice, pause, knock three times, pause, knock once

• You: (If my memory is correct, it goes like this.)

• Nervous, I try knocking according to what I remember.

Knock three times, pause, knock once, pause, knock twice

• You: (That's right, this is how I remember it!)

• I knock according to what I remember.

• The door quickly opens, and I see a man wearing a black cloak.
• He looks me up and down sharply, and I feel a shiver down my spine.
• Mysterious Man: Scarlet splatter.

• You: (Oh, it's the same code! I should respond with--)

Roses wilt.

• You: Roses wilt.

• I speak calmly, but my heart is racing.
• You: (It's just a simple two-word code. It can't be wrong, can it?)

Roses wither.

• You: Roses wither.

• I pronounce each word clearly, and gaze calmly back at him.
• You: (I remember this well. I'm sure I'm right!)

Roses grow.

• You: Roses grow.

• I speak calmly, but my heart is racing.
• You: (I think Priscilla said this just now...)

• The man stares at me coldly. My unease grows, and I break out in cold sweat.

If you got both codes correct

• Mysterious Man: You look unfamiliar. Tell me, who is your guide?

• You: (Guide? He means the person who referred me, right...)

• You: My guide... is Priscilla Barnet.

• Mysterious Man: So it's her. I guess letting a newbie barge in here is something she'd do.

• Mysterious Man: Follow me.

• You: (I hope saying Priscilla's name won't get her into trouble.)

• I follow him nervously into the house.
• The interior of this dilapidated house is actually quite grand.
• There's a large candelabra in the center, and I recognize the woman who is lighting the candles.
• Mysterious Man: Priscilla, the person you guided is here.

• Priscilla turns around and looks at me in surprise. I give her a beseeching look.
• Mysterious Man: Don't you know the rules? How could you let her come here on her own without going through the ceremony?

• Priscilla Barnet: She's called Caroline Rayes, and she's my friend.

• Priscilla Barnet: I wanted to recommend her to the Baroness at today's ceremony, but we got separated on the way here.

• Priscilla Barnet: Thank goodness she's clever enough to find her way here based on my descriptions. Perhaps she was guided by the High God.

• Priscilla Barnet: And I don't think the Baroness will think much of this tiny accident.

• You: (Who is this Baroness? And what High God?)

• Mysterious Man: Hmph, I hope so.

• Mysterious Man: We've determined your identity, but you must still go through the ceremony. Priscilla, she's all yours.

• Priscilla Barnet: Don't worry, I know what to do.

• The man leaves, and Priscilla heaves a sigh. She finally looks like the Priscilla I know.
• Priscilla Barnet: Caroline, you followed me?

• You: Let me explain, please! I saw you walking near the alley, and you looked rather nervous...

• You: And then you walked into this dilapidated house, and I was worried about you, so I gathered up my courage and tried to enter.

• Priscilla Barnet: Weren't you afraid this might turn out to be a den of villains?

• You: Of course I was! But your safety is more important, and you're my friend.

• Priscilla Barnet: Hmph, I don't need you poking about my business.

• Priscilla Barnet: We're about to greet the Baroness. Don't try to be clever. You might mess things up.

• You: You keep talking about this "Baroness". Who is she?

• Priscilla Barnet: This is the Scarlet Rose Club. We are devotees of the High God, and the Baroness is the messenger of the High God.

• Priscilla Barnet: All who wish to join the club must gain the Baroness' approval.

• You: And who is the "High God"?

• Priscilla Barnet: How dare you! It is not your place to question the identity of the "High God"!

• Priscilla Barnet: The "High God" is everywhere. He is all-powerful. How could mere mortals possibly know his name?!

• You: Can the "High God" banish the epidemic?

• Priscilla Barnet: Of course! The High God wields ancient magic, and knows the truth about the world.

• Priscilla Barnet: As long as you're a devout follower of the High God, you will be saved from the impending disaster.

• You: If that's the case, why won't the High God save more people, and why are you all hidden in a place like this?

• Priscilla Barnet: You're so frustrating.

• Priscilla Barnet: There are so many sinful people in the world. Why should the High God save them all?

• Priscilla Barnet: Only the kind, pure, and devout deserve to worship the High God!

• You: (I just can't help feeling that this "High God" of hers is incredibly shady.)

• You: (I guess I'll just have to become one of the club members in order to investigate the truth behind all of this.)

• You: (Besides... I don't think I have a choice.)

• You: How do I become a follower of the "High God"?

• Priscilla Barnet: The night of the full moon is almost upon us. Today, we are holding the very last "guiding ceremony" for this month.

• Priscilla Barnet: You are lucky, to have gotten hold of this miraculous opportunity.

• You: What do I do during the ceremony?

• Priscilla Barnet: Don't be afraid. The baroness has appointed me as an assistant for today's ceremony, and you just need to follow my bidding.

• Priscilla Barnet: Let's go. I shall take you to the Baroness now.

• You: Alright.

If you got one code correct

• After a moment of silence, he speaks--
• Mysterious Man: You got half the code right. I can't let you go in, but I can't let you leave either.

• You: I've, I've only just joined, and couldn't remember the code clearly. Will you give me a chance?

• Mysterious Man: Haha, would any member forget the life-and-death code?

• Mysterious Man: Speak! Who sent you to spy on us?!

• You: (Life and death? They're going to kill me?!)

• You: Please, sir, I'm telling the truth! Someone asked me to come here for "salvation"!

• Mysterious Man: Oh? Looks like one of the members is your "guide".

• Mysterious Man: So, what's the name of your "guide"?

• You: (Guide? He means the person who referred me, right...)

• You: Her name is Priscilla Barnet.

• The man scrutinizes me for a long while before stepping aside.
• Mysterious Man: Enter! If she cannot prove your identity, you're in deep trouble!

• I follow along behind him.
• The interior of this dilapidated house is actually quite grand.
• There's a large candelabra in the center, and I recognize the woman who is lighting the candles.
• You: Priscilla!

• Priscilla Barnet: Caroline?! Why are you here?

• Mysterious Man: Quiet! No talking without permission!

• The man glares at me, and then looks at Priscilla.
• Mysterious Man: You know this girl?

• Priscilla Barnet: I...

• You: Priscilla, have you forgotten?

• You: You told me the only way to avoid disaster is to rely on ancient magic!

• I look beseechingly at her, hoping to read something on her face.

If you gained Priscilla's trust

• Mysterious Man: Stop dazing! Do you know her or not?!

• Startled by his outburst, Priscilla hesitantly nods her head.
• Priscilla Barnet: She's called Caroline Rayes, and she's my friend.

• Priscilla Barnet: The Baroness gave me permission to gather more people before the full moon, to be blessed by the grace of the High God.

• Priscilla Barnet: Caroline is very pious, and I planned to guide her here after reporting to the Baroness today.

• Priscilla Barnet: I didn't expect her to find her way here. Perhaps she was guided by the High God.

• You: (Who is this Baroness? And what High God?)

• Mysterious Man: I see.

• Mysterious Man: We've determined your identity, but you must still go through the ceremony. Priscilla, she's all yours.

• Priscilla Barnet: Don't worry, I know what to do.

• The man leaves, and Priscilla heaves a sigh. She finally looks like the Priscilla I know.
• Priscilla Barnet: Caroline, you followed me?

• You: Let me explain, please! I saw you walking near the alley, and you looked rather nervous...

• You: And then you walked into this dilapidated house, and I was worried about you, so I gathered up my courage and tried to enter.

• Priscilla Barnet: Weren't you afraid this might turn out to be a den of villains?

• You: Of course I was! But your safety is more important, and you're my friend.

• Priscilla Barnet: Hmph, I don't need you poking about my business.

• Priscilla Barnet: We're about to greet the Baroness. Don't try to be clever. You might mess things up.

• You: You keep talking about this "Baroness". Who is she?

• Priscilla Barnet: This is the Scarlet Rose Club. We are devotees of the High God, and the Baroness is the messenger of the High God.

• Priscilla Barnet: All who wish to join the club must gain the Baroness' approval.

• You: And who is the "High God"?

• Priscilla Barnet: How dare you! It is not your place to question the identity of the "High God"!

• Priscilla Barnet: The "High God" is everywhere. He is all-powerful. How could mere mortals possibly know his name?!

• You: Can the "High God" banish the epidemic?

• Priscilla Barnet: Of course! The High God wields ancient magic, and knows the truth about the world.

• Priscilla Barnet: As long as you're a devout follower of the High God, you will be saved from the impending disaster.

• You: If that's the case, why won't the High God save more people, and why are you all hidden in a place like this?

• Priscilla Barnet: You're so frustrating.

• Priscilla Barnet: There are so many sinful people in the world. Why should the High God save them all?

• Priscilla Barnet: Only the kind, pure, and devout deserve to worship the High God!

• You: (I just can't help feeling that this "High God" of hers is incredibly shady.)

• You: (I guess I'll just have to become one of the club members in order to investigate the truth behind all of this.)

• You: (Besides... I don't think I have a choice.)

• You: How do I become a follower of the "High God"?

• Priscilla Barnet: The night of the full moon is almost upon us. Today, we are holding the very last "guiding ceremony" for this month.

• Priscilla Barnet: You are lucky, to have gotten hold of this miraculous opportunity.

• You: What do I do during the ceremony?

• Priscilla Barnet: Don't be afraid. The baroness has appointed me as an assistant for today's ceremony, and you just need to follow my bidding.

• Priscilla Barnet: Let's go. I shall take you to the Baroness now.

• You: Alright.

If you did not gain Priscilla's trust

• Priscilla Barnet: I know her.

• Priscilla Barnet: But I've never told her about the club.

• You: Priscilla, stop joking! I beg you, help me undo this misunderstanding!

• Priscilla Barnet: Don't you dare drag me down with you!

• Priscilla Barnet: Just now, I kept feeling as though someone was following me. It's you!

• You: I... I was just curious...

• Mysterious Man: I knew this sly little mouse was lying.

• Mysterious Man: Since you've barged in so boldly, you're not leaving again!

• The man shoves me to the floor, and puts his large hands on my shoulders, holding me still.
• You: Let go of me!

• I struggle violently, but in vain.
• Priscilla stands to one side, eyeing me coldly.

Being observant is a good thing, but that doesn't mean things will go according to your expectations. Sometimes, you still need friends to trust you.

Priscilla is a club member. Earning her trust is the only way to make things go more smoothly.

Ending [Evil Rejoices]

If you got both codes incorrect

• You: I just said the code, can I go in now?

• The man grabs me by the collar, and drags me into the house.

• Mysterious Man: Speak! Who sent you?!

• You: I, I'm a member here...

• Mysterious Man: Do you take me for a fool? Your code is all wrong!

• Mysterious Man: If no one instructed you, how did you find this place?

• You: No one guided me! I heard of this place, and I want to join!

• Mysterious Man: Heh, maybe in your next life!

• No matter how I try to explain and beg, the man remains unmoved.
• He shoves me into a chilly, pitch black room, and shuts the heavy metal door.

When faced with the unknown, if you insist on being reckless despite having no confidence, things will only end badly.
Listen carefully. A secret organization does not let you off lightly if you use the wrong code.
Ending [Unknown Terror]