Escape from Unemployment! 1

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Escape from Unemployment!

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PiedmonHey, I was waiting for you! I need your help finding a job.

PiedmonTaking it easy everyday is fun and all, but I can't keep this up.

PiedmonI've finally realized... If I want to be just like a human, I need to get a job!

PlayerCan't you just look for one? That's gonna be tricky...

PiedmonThat's easy for you to say... The problem is more complicated than you think.

PiedmonIt's this damn face of mine! Even when I try juggling on street corners, kids run away from me!

PiedmonThen adults always think I'm a human, but I'm not. They always end up grumbling that I'm too old for such strange make up, that I should know better...

PiedmonHow can I find a job like this!? This isn't make up, it's my face!

PiedmonYou know, coexistence between Digimon and humans is really tough...

Piedmon...Anyway, back to what I was saying! With this look and this face, both adults and kids are scared of me and neither will come near me!

PiedmonEven for work that isn't as public I've been told
"Looking like that will distract the other workers," and I get rejected.

PiedmonNo one will employ someone like me...

PiedmonPlease, I'm desperate. Could you find me a job somewhere in EDEN?

PiedmonAren't there various spaces in EDEN where people gossip all the time? Maybe you could find some info on a job in a place like that?

PiedmonPlease go somewhere in EDEN and get some info for me. By the way, I am great at anything physical and entertaining! ...Well, that's my PR line.

Gentle ManHey, you! Yeah, you there!

Gentle ManSorry to come out of the blue like this but, do you have any special talents? You look like someone with pride in their skills anyway.

PlayerI have fast reflexes. I have a few Digimon. I'm proud of the fact that I'm not prideful.

Gentle ManReally!?

Gentle ManThat great! I'm looking for someone with really quick reflexes!

Gentle ManYou can use Digimon...? Then...you're a hacker!?

Gentle Man...Well, this time I'm just looking for anyone who seems agile, so anyone will do...

Gentle ManIsn't it kind of pathetic if you say that yourself...?

Gentle ManWell, this time I'm just looking for anyone who seems agile, so anyone will do...

Gentle ManSorry, I should have said this earlier. I'm a circus ringleader.

Circus Ringleader...although, our circus is very small and totally unknown.

Circus RingleaderBut our dream is to do a nationwide public performance! So, we go around EDEN putting on big public shows.

Circus RingleaderThe group members are really into it but... all of them are surprisingly bad performers!

Circus RingleaderI'm looking for someone who can coach the other group members and encourage them, but...

Circus Ringleader...Huh!? You know just the person!? A Digimon with good motor skills, an ability to juggle and who is a qualified clown?

Circus RingleaderSo, this Digimon... He doesn't attack people, does he?

Circus RingleaderOkay, we won't attack him either then!

Circus RingleaderWe are a circus group operating in EDEN, so I suppose Digimon could work here just as well as the other members of the group.

Circus RingleaderAll right, let's do it! Could you please tell him to come here, then? We can have an interview in person.

Circus RingleaderPlease tell the Digimon to be himself and show me his individuality.

Circus RingleaderGreat, it's gonna be awesome to have someone talented in the group! Can you please call this Digimon here so I can see his skills for myself?

PiedmonHuh!? You found a job that would suit me!? What kind of job is it!?

Piedmon...An unknown circus group member? They're looking for a talented person who can train them up...?

PiedmonThat's it! That's perfect for me!

PiedmonI probably won't make much of a salary at first, but even though it's an unknown circus now, I'm gonna make sure that someday it's big!

PiedmonThank you for finding me a job worth doing! I'm gonna go there right now and show them how to perform!

PiedmonI'm glad I hired you. I'll send your payment to your office...

Piedmon...

Piedmon...

Piedmon...I'm still kinda scared.

PiedmonPlease! Before I meet the circus ringleader, could you give me some advice on human interviews? If you help me out, I'll make it worth your while!

PiedmonIt's just, when I start the think about the interview I get s..s..so...n..n..nervous...! P...p...please, you gotta help...!

PlayerYou're getting too worked up about it. ...Just try to relax a bit.

PlayerIn that case...it's tickle time! Well, what can you do except practice? Don't worry, you can do it. No problem.

Piedmon...Ahaha, stop!

PiedmonAhahahahahahahaha!!!

Piedmon...Cut it out!! I'm trying to have a serious conversation here!

PiedmonYou were trying to get me to relax by laughing? Actually, I do feel more relaxed now that I've had a good laugh.

PiedmonIt was just a little sudden, so I was surprised, but thank you. Okay, let's get back to talking about the interview.

PiedmonThat's pretty cold... Are you the type of person who doesn't get nervous?

PiedmonWhen you've got a once-in-a-lifetime chance at a job interview, isn't it natural to be nervous?

Piedmon...Okay, I'm good. I was a little nervous, but now I've calmed down a bit. Let's get back to talking about the interview.

Piedmon...Really? Do you think that even a Digimon like me could get a job if I try my best to make myself an attractive prospect?

PiedmonYeah, you know what, you're right! I feel a bit more confident now. Thanks for that!

PiedmonIn that case, I know it's a bit sudden, but can you teach me how to pass an interview?

PiedmonFirstly, at the interview, when I greet them and introduce myself, what should I say to seem like a good candidate?

PlayerGive clear and concise answers! Look the interviewer in the eyes and be polite. Think something up yourself.

PiedmonI see...clear and concise, right? Okay, let's try it out, you can be the interviewer!

PiedmonMy name is Piedmon! I have confidence in my ability to entertain people and in my physical skills! Nice to meet you!

Piedmon...How was that? Quite good, don't you think? I just hope I can be that clear during the actual interview...

PiedmonOf course, I need to look the interviewer in the eyes, that's important. Okay, you're the interviewer, I'm going to do my self-introduction.

PiedmonMy name is P...Piemon...ehm... I think my strengths are my physical skills and, ehm, I can entertain people in a funny way...

PiedmonThat's no good, I couldn't keep my gaze fixed while I was talking...I need to act more naturally in the real interview...

PiedmonWa...wait! Come back!

PiedmonThe interview is soon! You're not just going to leave me here like this, are you? Well?

Piedmon...What? A joke? Come on! And I'm here trying to take this seriously...

Piedmon...Okay, then, moving on. There's probably gonna be a test of my skills in the interview, right?

PiedmonI'm confident in my circus skills, but which skill should I show them?

Player...Ball tricks! For a circus, it's gotta be acrobatics! Do your special move, "Trump Sword"!

Piedmon...Hmm. There are always ball tricks or juggling, but what would make me seem like the best candidate to the circus ringleader?

PiedmonI mean, how will it look if he says "Okay, let's see some of your skills!" and I say "Sure! Let me show you some ball tricks!"?

PiedmonAh, that's it! For a circus job, obviously the best choice is some stunning mid-air acrobatics!

PiedmonBut, the interview is gonna be in EDEN, right? Who's gonna set up all the acrobatic equipment? You?

Piedmon...You can't do it, can you?

PiedmonWh...what did you say!? Do it anyway? But it's so dangerous!

Piedmon"Trump Sword" is where I teleport the four swords on my back and make them skewer the target... Is that what you're talking about?

Piedmon...What? The group leader said "Be yourself and show me your individuality"?

PiedmonWell, I have been practicing this technique for many years. You might say I grew up with this technique.

PiedmonBe myself... Okay! Like you said, I should try using it for the interview. Don't worry, I'm not gonna hurt the circus ringleader or anything.

PiedmonOh, best not keep the ringleader waiting. I should start making my way there.

PiedmonThanks for keeping me company. Please accept this as a token of my gratitude.

PiedmonThanks to you I was able to relieve my stress and calm down. Well, thanks again and see you around!

Piedmon...Huh? Is that the time already?

Piedmon...Hmm? The payment I promised? Well, your advice was good, but...isn't the usual thing to send the payment on to your office? Please, be patient.

PiedmonI really shouldn't keep the ringleader waiting, so I'm going now. Bye!

PiedmonOh! Is that the time already! ...I need to get started on my way to the interview. Okay, here's the agreed payment then.

PiedmonI'm still a little nervous, but...interview, here I come!

PiedmonI don't need a chaperon. Introducing me for the job was enough. It won't make me look good if I have someone accompany me to the interview.

PiedmonIf I ever get the chance to get on the big stage, I'll make sure to get you a ticket. You'll definitely have to come then... Okay, right then!