I couldn’t believe my luck when I found out I had won a ticket to the most elusive hot springs resort in Gensokyo, 'The Sunny Springs'. The owner and manager was none other than Yuuka Kazami, the legendary flower youkai and one of the most powerful youkai in Gensokyo. She had transformed a mountain into a paradise of natural beauty and relaxation, with the help of some other youkai who worked there as staff.
I packed my bags and followed the directions given to me with the ticket and soon reached the entrance of the resort. It was a large wooden gate with a sign that said "The Sunny Springs" in elegant calligraphy. The gate opened slowly, and I stepped inside. I gasped at the sight that greeted me. It was like entering another world. The resort was surrounded by lush greenery and colourful flowers and the view of Gensokyo from here was just as breathtaking. There were several buildings in traditional Japanese style, connected by wooden walkways and stone paths. There were also ponds, streams, and bridges, adding to the natural beauty of the place.
Following the main path, I arrived at the reception building. It was a two-story structure with a tiled roof and paper windows. There was a sign that said "Welcome" above the door. I entered and found myself in a spacious lobby with tatami mats, wooden furniture, and flower arrangements. There was a counter at the end of the room, where a woman with wavy green hair was sitting. Was this the infamous Yuuka Kazami?
She looked up as I approached and smiled. She had wavy green hair that reached her shoulders, red eyes matching her clothes, and fair skin. I felt my heart skip a beat as I looked at her face. She was even more beautiful than I had imagined. She also had an aura of grace and elegance that made me feel inferior. "Hello there," she said with an uninterested voice. "Welcome to The Sunny Springs. I’m afraid we don’t have any rooms available at the moment."
I felt a pang of disappointment and confusion. How could that be? I had won a ticket to this place! "B-but I have this," I said, showing her the ticket. "I won it in a lottery."
She took the ticket from my hand and examined it closely. Her eyes widened slightly as she recognized it.
"Oh," she said softly. "This is one of the special tickets."
"Special tickets?" I asked.
"Yes," she nodded. "These are very rare and valuable tickets that I personally issued for some lucky guests. They grant access to all the facilities of the resort, including some exclusive ones that are not open to the public." She looked at me with a new interest and curiosity. "What is your name?" she asked, pulling out a registry book and brochure with a map and a list of services and activities.
"${name}," I answered.
She wrote it down and added it to the book.
"Please have a look at this brochure," she said, handing it to me; there was a list of names of staff on it.
Yuuka Kazami: Sharp-witted and playful, Yuuka owns and manages the resort. She will welcome you and guarantee your comfort and satisfaction.
Hong Meiling: Laid-back and cheerful, let Meiling guide you through Tai Chi and meditation classes in the garden. She will help you relax your body and mind, and improve your balance and flexibility.
Mystia Lorelei: Lively and outgoing, Mystia works as a chef in the restaurant. She will cook delicious dishes with fresh ingredients. Make sure to try her speciality, the mouthwatering Grilled Lamprey.
Miyoi Okunoda: Friendly and upbeat, Miyoi works as a bartender in the bar. She will mix and serve drinks with various effects. Allow her to take you on a flavourful journey that will leave you enchanted and refreshed.
Yuugi Hoshiguma: Brave and fun-loving, Yuugi works as a masseuse in the spa. She will use her super strength to knead and pound away tension and revitalize your body.
Reisen Udongein Indaba: Loyal and diligent, Reisen works as a doctor in the clinic. She will provide medical care and wellness advice to ensure a comfortable experience throughout your stay.
"Here are the names of the staff who work here," she continued, pointing at each one of them. "I'm sure they would be happy to show you around if you want."
"Th-thank you very much," I replied, bowing my head.
She smiled and returned to her work. I turned away and headed towards the door, my mind swirling with thoughts.