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You stand at a crossroads in your academic journey, about to embark on an adventure abroad to pursue your studies.
[[Choose to be Olivia, the art enthusiast]]
[[Choose to be Olav, the aspiring engineer]]:: Olivia
You've always dreamt of studying art history in Florence, Italy. The rich culture and history of the city have always called out to you.
[[Continue to Chapter 2|Olivia - Chapter 2]]:: Olav
The allure of engineering and innovation in Tokyo, Japan, has captured your imagination. You've been waiting for this opportunity your whole life.
[[Continue to Chapter 2|Olav - Chapter 2]]:: Olivia - Chapter 2
In Florence, you find yourself surrounded by stunning architecture and an atmosphere that oozes with history. Cobblestone streets wind their way through the city, leading to hidden cafes and picturesque piazzas. The Uffizi Gallery becomes your second home, and you spend hours studying the masterpieces of Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.
As you explore the city, you stumble upon a small art studio tucked away in an alley. The charming owner, Luca, notices your passion for art and offers to show you his latest works. His deep knowledge of art and history intrigues you. Could this be the beginning of something more?
[[Continue to Chapter 3|Olivia - Chapter 3]]:: Olav - Chapter 2
In Tokyo, the bustling streets are a whirlwind of neon lights and futuristic technology. You attend lectures at the renowned Tokyo Tech University, where brilliant minds from around the world converge to study robotics and engineering.
During your free time, you explore Akihabara, the hub of electronic and anime culture. The city's unique blend of tradition and innovation captivates you. One evening, as you stand on a busy street corner, you meet Mia, an international student who shares your passion for robotics. She invites you to a local izakaya, and the two of you bond over your dreams and the challenges you face as international students in Japan.
[[Continue to Chapter 3|Olav - Chapter 3]]:: Olivia - Chapter 3
As the days turn into weeks, the academic pressure in Florence continues to mount. Your professors demand excellence, and the coursework becomes increasingly challenging. Late nights at the library and long hours spent analyzing paintings become the norm.
One day, after a particularly grueling lecture, Luca notices the exhaustion in your eyes and offers to help you with your studies. He explains complex art concepts in a way that makes them come alive. Your connection deepens as you spend more time together, but the demands of academia still loom large. How will you balance your studies and newfound romance?
[[Continue to Chapter 4|Olivia - Chapter 4]]
:: Olav - Chapter 3
In Tokyo, you grapple with the language barrier and the complexities of advanced engineering concepts. Your determination keeps you going, but you often find yourself burning the midnight oil in the university lab, trying to catch up.
Mia becomes your anchor in this unfamiliar land. She helps you translate technical documents and explains complex theories. Your friendship turns into something more as you share quiet moments in the lab and explore Tokyo together. Yet, the distance between you and your home country is a constant reminder of the challenges ahead. Will you prioritize your studies or your budding relationship?
[[Continue to Chapter 4|Olav - Chapter 4]]:: Olivia - Chapter 4
As your connection with Luca deepens, you can't help but feel torn between your love for art and your academic pursuits. The romantic walks along the Arno River and shared experiences at the local cafes are magical, but the pressure to excel in your studies weighs on you.
One evening, Luca takes you to a rooftop terrace overlooking the city. Under the starry Florentine sky, he confesses his feelings for you. You're swept off your feet, but the academic expectations and your career goals still loom large. What will you choose - love or your passion for art history?
[[Continue to Chapter 5|Olivia - Chapter 5]]
:: Olav - Chapter 4
Your friendship with Mia blossoms into a deep and passionate romance. Together, you face the challenges of being international students and share dreams of a future where your work in robotics changes the world.
One evening, while strolling through Tokyo's cherry blossom-filled parks, Mia looks into your eyes and asks you a question that could change your life. She wonders if you'd consider staying in Japan and building a future together. The decision weighs heavily on your mind. What will you choose - your career or love?
[[Continue to Chapter 5|Olav - Chapter 5]]:: Olivia - Chapter 5
It's time to make some crucial decisions.
[[Prioritize your love for art and history|Olivia - Love Ending]]
[[Prioritize your studies|Olivia - Career Ending]]:: Olav - Chapter 5
It's time to make some crucial decisions.
[[Prioritize your studies|Olav - Career Ending]]
[[Choose love and be with Mia|Olav - Love Ending]]:: Olivia - Love Ending
You become a successful art historian, preserving and sharing the world's cultural treasures. You and Luca build a life together, full of creativity and passion.
[[The End|The End]]:: Olivia - Career Ending
Your career in art history allows you to preserve and share the world's cultural treasures. You leave behind a legacy of appreciation for art and history.
[[The End|The End]]:: Olav - Career Ending
Your contributions to the field of robotics revolutionize technology, leaving a legacy of innovation and progress that changes the world.
[[The End|The End]]:: Olav - Love Ending
You and Mia create a life together, facing new challenges but cherishing the love that brought you back together.
[[The End|The End]]:: The End
Your choices have shaped your character's destiny. Thank you for playing!
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