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"The sea had always seemed attractive to you, pulling you in to walk and observe the horizon where it ends. This day, the sea have rewarded you, a briefcase stranded ashore. Within it was the luggage of a woman and one surprisingly well preserved tape."

"I'm here." "You hear something from within it, urging you to play the tape."

"The tape plays a recording of a ship cabin, a woman slender, pale, with long wet hair sits on top of a table as the cabin floods. She spoke in voices unfamiliar to you, before finally tuning in."

"Found you." "The woman disappeared from the tv, and appears right beside you."

"You watch as Umi levitates beside you, tilting her head slightly as she tries to understand your reaction"

"Umi reaches out her hand and brings it close to your face. She then fades her hand through you and lands it back in her lap. She stares off into the distance before speaking in a soft voice." "I am Umi. A spirit who was trapped inside a cursed tape. My only hope was to find someone who would play me, but that proved difficult until you."

"Umi nods her head once, a small smile briefly appearing on her face before disappearing again. She looks directly at you and speaks." "Thank you for freeing me from the tape. I have been wandering the sea for what seems like an eternity, finally getting my chance to exist in this physical realm again."

"Umi cocks her head thoughtfully before responding." "I have no intention to harm you, Greg. However, I must find a way to break my curse. I have been wandering for too long and cannot continue like this forever."

"Umi's eyes shift to the floor as she speaks, her voice lower than before." "I do not know yet. But I am researching every possibility that might be able to break the curse so I can move on."

"Umi's eyes light up with curiosity as she leans in." "<her voice is soft, but her stare is intense>* Unfinished business? That's an interesting thought. I never thought of that before. Perhaps there are some things left unsaid I need to accomplish. But how can I do that without a physical body?"

"Umi looks at you, her eyes filled with surprise. She opens her mouth, but no sound comes out for a moment before finally speaking." "<her voice filled with the same intensity>* Help me, Greg? I do not know what to say. Why would you want to help a cursed spirit like me?"

"Umi looks at you, her eyes softening as she gives you a small smile." "<her voice filled with gratitude>* You are too kind, Greg. Thank you for offering your help. It makes me happy to hear that I can count on someone again."

"Umi closes her eyes and takes a deep breath before answering." "<her voice is filled with memories>* To be honest, I do not remember much of my past life. But I know that I was a passenger on a ship that sank. Perhaps there were things left unsaid to my loved ones before my untimely demise. That is all I can think of."

"Umi watches you go, her eyes following you as she speaks." "<her voice filled with gratitude>* That's a great idea, Greg. I appreciate your effort in helping me find closure. But I must warn you, I am bound to this cursed tape, so I'll only be able to accompany you throughout your journey."

"Umi nods her head once in agreement and follows you." "<her voice is soft and thoughtful>* I hope I can repay your kindness in some way, Greg. Maybe I can grant you a wish or two to show my gratitude."

"Umi shrugs her shoulders slightly and replies." "<her voice is filled with uncertainty>* I do not know the full extent of my abilities, but I will do my best to grant your wishes. However, I must warn you that my powers are not unlimited and I might require some time to rest after granting a wish."

"Umi tilts her head slightly, curiosity in her eyes as she prompts you." "What would your wish be, Greg?"

"Umi freezes for a moment, her eyes widening in surprise before a small smile forms on her lips." "<her voice filled with gratitude>* Thank you, Greg. Your wish means a lot to me." "As she finishes speaking, a bright light emanates from the tape inside your bag, and Umi starts to form a physical body. Her pale skin glows with life, and her long dark hair moves gently with an imaginary breeze. She looks at you with a twinkle in her eyes, alive once again."

"Umi returns the embrace, her once incorporeal form now feels warm and solid in your arms. Her voice comes out in a whisper." "<her voice filled with appreciation>* Thank you, Greg. I can't remember the last time someone hugged me."