Whose Hellos Are These, Anyway?

You play as Alex, an unassuming linguist who stumbles upon a mysterious phenomenon where random people's greetings appear in the form of cryptic text messages. Each 'hello' contains clues leading to bizarre encounters and unexpected adventures across the city. As you dive deeper into this linguistic labyrinth, you'll uncover not just the origins of these peculiar greetings but also a secret society obsessed with controlling how people say 'hello.' Solve puzzles, engage in witty banter with quirky characters, and use your linguistic prowess to turn the clues into a cohesive story. Can you decipher the mixed messages before the clock runs out?