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00:00Miss Marie?
00:12That was a close one.
00:15Where did that thing come from?
00:17Yeah, where'd it go?
00:18Lloyd?
00:19Oh, I get it. Miss Marie swooped down and rescued me.
00:24I have no idea what was going through your mind back there, but I'm very disappointed.
00:28I'm sorry, miss. I promise it won't happen again.
00:32I'll never be able to repay you. You didn't just get me out of a jam. You saved my life.
00:38Knock it off.
00:39It's not like that was a life or death situation or anything.
00:43Sure it was.
00:44Don't give people so much credit, Lloyd.
00:47Someone like me might take advantage.
00:49What? Come on. You're like the sweetest person I've ever met.
00:52What?
00:57Are you okay?
00:59Fine. Nothing to see here.
01:01Lloyd!
01:02Sorry to break up the party, but I need you back in the kitchen.
01:13Yes, sir. On my way now.
01:16So, uh, that little cyclone was your doing. Thought it looked familiar.
01:21Been a while, huh, old friend?
01:22An honor as always. And a relief to see you. Things haven't been the same since you took your leave.
01:31It's good to know that you're still out there. What are you doing with yourself these days?
01:34After you vanished, I had no choice but to resign from my post and shame. I maintain a low profile working in hospitality. But it's just a front. Behind the scenes, I've been piecing together what happened to his majesty.
01:47I see. Looks like we share a pastime. Thankfully, it's all about to come to a head.
01:53I'm thinking the international summit. Third day of the festival. Has to be. Our culprit won't miss the chance. It's the perfect setup for declaring war on Joe. Lest we make the king see reason.
02:06Time's not on our side here. Do you know who's pulling the strings?
02:11Not at the moment, no. I was hoping you could help.
02:16I thought you'd never ask.
02:17Uh-huh, still fine-tuning the regiment, I see. You know, a break wouldn't kill ya.
02:27The kingdom's peace is at stake.
02:29Hey, I know it's none of my business, but why are you so single-minded?
02:35You ever known starvation, Colleen? My hometown was ravaged by famine when I was young. It was hell on earth.
02:44What few provisions we could scrape together were pillaged by Joe militants. We were on the brink of annihilation and they showed us no mercy.
02:54Never again. Not on my watch. Not if I have to move heaven and earth.
03:00I had him. So close and yet so far.
03:06Can't you just see each other whenever you want?
03:08Yes! Our fates are intertwined! That's the meaning of destiny!
03:11Um, it's not, actually, but never mind. If we want your knight in shining armor admitted to the academy, we have to track down this missing princess and claim the prize.
03:19Thanks, I'm aware of that. Why do you think we're here? We need a witch, particularly one with a reputation for peddling information.
03:29Coming!
03:31Uh, hey!
03:32I simply refuse to believe it. How could Sir Lloyd consent to living under the roof of a-
03:41Careful. I take it this is the first time you're hearing of their, let's call it, special arrangement?
03:45I had no idea!
03:46Sketchy. I thought the two of you were supposed to be boyfriend and girlfriend.
03:50We are! We're deeply in love! Our destinies bind us together!
03:53And while it's only been a week, I shall remember the day we met for the rest of my life!
03:57Wait. It's only been a week?
04:01Give it a sec. It's fresh off the stove.
04:03I will show the utmost deferred gratification, Sir Lloyd!
04:06I think I've got this figured out.
04:08Lloyd's power must have somehow unlocked her chastity belt or whatever that thing is.
04:12And now she thinks they're meant to be.
04:14Bad enough he could rip me apart at a moment's notice.
04:17Now I've got to worry about her throwing hands to protect it.
04:20La home!
04:21And not a moment too soon!
04:22Lloyd, if you could work your ice magic on some beer, that'd be great!
04:25Sure thing!
04:26You want some edamame?
04:27Oh, that sounds delicious!
04:29Why are you entertaining cats?!
04:31Oh, these are just some friends from the Academy, Riho and Selen.
04:34Hey, what's up?
04:36And apparently I'm his friend, Selen.
04:38Sorry to intrude like this.
04:40What's wrong with her eyes?!
04:42Um, technically they stopped by to pick your brain about something.
04:45Well, they've come to the right place then.
04:47Hang on.
04:48I've seen that face before.
04:50What exactly is it you'd like to know?
04:55We're trying to pinpoint the current whereabouts of a certain missing person.
04:59This is the last known photo.
05:02Whatever you've got, we'll pay.
05:05Sorry, but I'm afraid missing princesses aren't my area of expertise.
05:09Oh, yeah?
05:10When did I say she was a princess?
05:12Oh, you didn't?
05:13I just made a guess.
05:14I can't quite put my finger on it.
05:17Something's off.
05:18Pull yourself together, woman!
05:20They're onto you!
05:21Who does she remind me of?
05:24So!
05:25I'm curious, Miss Marie.
05:27Tell us more about yourself.
05:28Uh...
05:29Like how long you've lived here, for example.
05:32Um...
05:33About two years.
05:34Two years?!
05:35Two years?!
05:39Oh, no.
05:40What have I done?
05:41Look at me.
05:42A royal princess playing dress-up.
05:45All while her father lets himself be talked into waging war.
05:50I won't say that I'm not crushed.
05:52But don't think me so crushed.
05:54I haven't the strength to demand the truth.
05:56She's so determined.
05:58What kind of princess would I be to ignore the tears of such a passionate, steadfast citizen?
06:05Very well.
06:06There's no point in denying it.
06:08Go on.
06:09I am the one you seek.
06:11But are you married to Sir Lloyd?
06:13Are...
06:14You...
06:15Good?
06:16It should not have taken me this long to realize it.
06:18Married?!
06:19God no, nothing like that.
06:20We have more of an anti-nephew relationship.
06:23So you are...
06:24Whoa, whoa!
06:25Can we back up a second, please?
06:26You're the one we seek!
06:27Whatever are you talking about?!
06:28I didn't say that!
06:29What I meant was...
06:30Dear, oh dear!
06:31Look at that stain!
06:32Okay, let's start over.
06:35Anything you have regarding the princess would be appreciated.
06:38It's imperative we find her as soon as possible.
06:41But...
06:42Why do you care?
06:43Because the reward for finding her is Sir Lloyd's enrollment into the military academy.
06:48Oh...
06:49Oh...
06:50So you're doing this for him?
06:53Hmm...
06:54I propose that we work this out quid pro quo.
06:59You mean like a trade?
07:01Information for information.
07:03You keep me up to date on the king, the academy, the military...
07:06I want details, however insignificant or frivolous.
07:09Anything.
07:10Our kingdom is in grave danger unless we do something.
07:13Strikes me as a fair deal.
07:15There's just one tiny little problem.
07:17Who are you really?
07:18Come clean!
07:19Yes, of course.
07:21I imagine you've already figured it out.
07:23You do know, right?
07:25Hmm...
07:26They're not the only ones.
07:30I've had my suspicions for a while.
07:32Sorry, ma'am.
07:33No offense.
07:34Huh?
07:35I didn't want to say anything because I wasn't certain.
07:38But now?
07:39Well, there's no doubt.
07:41Who do you think?
07:43The hero!
07:44You're the savior of this kingdom!
07:46Sweetie, what are you talking about?
07:47Please, miss!
07:48It's no use trying to hide it!
07:50I knew who you were the moment you rescued me from that fight!
07:53I'm not following.
07:54I saw you sneak into a back alley where only moments later someone single-handedly defeated
07:58a vicious monster!
07:59But I really don't know.
08:01And you didn't even stick around to take the credit!
08:03You've been defending the city in secret this whole time!
08:06Just like a hero would!
08:07Oh dear.
08:08Look, miss.
08:09Please.
08:10You said the kingdom's in danger.
08:12Well then...
08:13Let me fight alongside you to protect it!
08:15I'm begging you!
08:17You mean that?
08:23Oh Lord, oh honey!
08:27What's so funny?
08:28You've got me dead to rights!
08:31I am she, Marie, the legendary savior.
08:35Hey!
08:36What are you playing at here?
08:41And as the savior, it is my duty to tell you, you're not strong enough.
08:46That doesn't mean I can't help you!
08:48Yes, I'm a weakling.
08:49I get it, okay?
08:50But the person I want to be wouldn't let that stop them!
08:53And if you give me an opportunity, I can improve!
08:56Whatever it takes!
08:57I'm game!
08:58I'll do my absolute best!
08:59Shut up!
09:00A rousing speech isn't going to cut it!
09:04It doesn't matter what you think you're capable of!
09:06Reality doesn't care how badly you want to be a hero!
09:09You don't have-
09:10Pam!
09:20I know it's harsh, but the truth is you'd only get in the way.
09:24I stepped out of line.
09:26I apologize.
09:32She didn't mean-
09:33I'm glad you were here to see that.
09:35It helps drive home the point.
09:37I need your help.
09:39The warmongers must be stopped before it's too late.
09:43I ask, not as a witch, but a princess.
09:47Maria Azami.
09:51You mean to tell us you're the missing princess?
09:55You'll have to excuse my associate.
09:57She's not the sharpest saber in the armory rack.
09:59But anyway, I'm glad you found it in your heart to be square with us.
10:03Just one question.
10:05You know damn good and well that kid is a powerhouse.
10:07Why the hell would you treat him that way?
10:09For crying out loud, you live together.
10:11You of all people must know what he's capable of.
10:13And to thank you're of noble blood.
10:15Refusing the aid of so gifted a warrior when your kingdom hangs in the balance is unconscionable.
10:19That's hardly the conduct of a royal princess.
10:21Appreciate the input, Selene, but the grown-ups are talking, so maybe just don't.
10:25Um, excuse me, it just so happens I was trying to make a point.
10:28So was I when you chimed in.
10:30Because it seemed like the appropriate place to bring up mine!
10:34Don't laugh!
10:35Sorry, I didn't mean to be rude.
10:37It's just nice to see the two of you get worked up over Lloyd like this.
10:40Damn not!
10:42I don't suppose you're familiar with the village of Kunlun?
10:45From the fairy tale?
10:47Sure, I've heard the name.
10:48I assure you it's real.
10:49And believe it or not, that's where Lloyd is from.
10:52You've gotta be kidding!
10:54But then again, that would explain the origin of Lloyd's power.
10:57When it comes to worldly matters, Kunlun imposes a strict rule of detachment.
11:02The villagers stay out of human affairs.
11:04That's why Lloyd can't get mixed up in this.
11:07If he's caught intervening, he'll be forced to give up his dream and go home.
11:13I will not let it come to that!
11:15So that's what your little scene was about.
11:17Right now, cadets and street thugs are tearing the central zone apart.
11:21They're hastily searching for me on the assumption I am an enemy of the people.
11:25The conditions of my capture, according to the rumor mill are, and I quote,
11:29wanted, dead or alive.
11:31That's a slap in the face, huh?
11:33Who would issue such a vile decree?
11:35Most likely whoever's advocating for war.
11:38The last thing they want is for me to become a rallying point for the opposition.
11:42Hence, my excess of caution.
11:46Hence why you need our help.
11:49Can I count on you?
11:52Eh, why not? You only live once.
11:55I can think of worse things than having a royal owe me a favor.
11:58I'll help because it's the right thing.
12:00Thank you both.
12:03Yeah.
12:05Deep down I always knew it would never really happen.
12:08I just don't have what it takes.
12:11Focus, Marie.
12:23Invoke the disenchant rune and release your father.
12:26You can do this.
12:31Hello, dear.
12:32Master!
12:33What a pleasant surprise!
12:35Forgive me, I was eavesdropping.
12:37Though I am pleased you're committed to keeping Lloyd out of this as I asked.
12:41No, no, forgive me for ever giving you cause to fret.
12:44You're right, it's my problem. I should fix it myself.
12:47Indeed.
12:48Was it necessary to throw my crystal down the well? Or just fight?
12:58Quite a jarring experience, I can tell you.
13:00One moment I'm contemplating a friendly visit and the next I'm thrashing about like a wounded mermaid.
13:06A rare lapse in judgment, Master. I wasn't in my right mind. Please don't.
13:13Oh, I'm not mad. You're fine. Nothing an innocent curse won't fix.
13:17Incidentally, you'll now finish every tenth sentence with meow.
13:20Also, just so you know, I'll be taking Lloyd to the Foundation Festival.
13:24Ta-ta! If you'll excuse me, I have to get ready.
13:27I... Master!
13:29Charlie, now isn't the time for a night of fun and frolic!
13:44Look, I'm telling you, I never laid eyes on him.
13:47All I know is he kept repeating the same phrase.
13:50Go on.
13:51It was weird. Something about the need for peace.
13:59This is so exciting!
14:06Aw, he's still depressed.
14:08Poor fella.
14:09Can't say I blame him. The kingdom's in peril and he can't do a thing about it.
14:14Tough to take when you have a firm sense of right and wrong.
14:18He's so sad.
14:20It's just... just...
14:23Such an absolute perfect setup!
14:25I get to be the lucky so-and-so to snatch him from the jaws of despair!
14:34When I'm done, you'll associate me with good times and happy thoughts!
14:38I'll be serotonin for Zonavide!
14:42Okay, what shall we do next, Lloyd?
14:45Ah, of course!
14:51I know just the things!
14:54Prepare your cake buds!
14:55It's Choco Banana Yuta!
14:58So simple, you could just die.
15:01Okay...
15:03Apologies in advance for your outfit!
15:06This stuff gets everywhere!
15:08If it pleases your majesty, I'd like to be reinstated into military service.
15:24Did he...?
15:25Will that be all?
15:27You have been heard.
15:28Doubtless the king will duly consider your request.
15:31He'll respond in his own time.
15:33Return home and await news.
15:34Have I been heard?
15:36Of course.
15:38Fine, this didn't come from me.
15:40But I've seen the princess.
15:42She and her ragtag band of cohorts are adamant the king is under a spell.
15:47They intend to flush out the evildoer before his majesty can be goaded into declaring war on Zhou.
15:53Upon their search, they've discovered a vital clue.
15:55It seems the culprit enlisted several street thugs to apprehend the princess, and in doing so, use the following words.
16:02Bring her back at all costs, dead or alive.
16:05He also said for the peace of our kingdom over and over again.
16:12I've heard that before.
16:14Let's not play games with each other.
16:16You're their man!
16:18Correct.
16:20Simple foresight.
16:22A ruler who delegates his kingdom to fools cannot tell enemy from ally.
16:26He's more prop than sovereign.
16:28Why not let him be a prop for the greater good?
16:31What's the difference between a villain monologue and a confession?
16:35Your audience.
16:37Riho Flaven.
16:39Selen Hemine.
16:40Why are you two...
16:41It's not nice to meet you, but it does give a sense of closure.
16:43Call me Maria.
16:46If you prefer a professional title, the Witch of the East Side.
16:50Princess?
16:54At last, you've returned.
17:01Why does his face look like that?
17:04What foul magic is this?
17:06I told you!
17:07The king you see is only...
17:08No!
17:11Foolish cretin!
17:12Ha!
17:13Let no man presume to be in control of me!
17:16You are under my power.
17:18Your delusions are my potter's clay.
17:21I orchestrated the attack on your village all those years ago.
17:26Your hatred of the show Empire is my design.
17:29But don't despair.
17:30You'll still get your precious war.
17:32Behold, a more perfect form with which to serve your king.
17:55Go after him.
17:56Save his majesty and put this business behind us once and for all.
17:59Clones.
18:00Yeah!
18:01Yeah!
18:02Yeah!
18:04Yeah!
18:05Yeah!
18:07What are you waiting for?
18:09Get outta here!
18:11Yeah!
18:12Yeah!
18:14Yeah!
18:16Yeah!
18:17Yeah!
18:19Yeah!
18:21Yeah!
18:22Yeah!
18:23Yeah!
18:24Yeah!
18:25Yeah!
18:26Yeah!
18:28It's all the way.
18:29Then you know what happens next.
18:30Release my father!
18:38Aze!
18:40Ah!
18:48Aaaaah!
18:49What are these fabulous lights?
18:56You're finished! It's over!
19:00How did my little girl grow up so fast?
19:13That was a bit close for comfort.
19:19You're all such a shame. You almost touched me.
19:31If you had, this fight would have been yours.
19:34However...
19:36You foul monstrosity!
19:38You are going to die here tonight, princess.
19:43This is it. This is how I go.
19:46Oh dear.
19:48But I can't. Not yet.
19:52I never got the chance to tell Lloyd I'm sorry.
19:56If my story ends here, like this, I'd just be the absolute worst!
20:01Resisting the inevitable, aren't we?
20:04What did you expect?
20:06Royals worthy of the title don't easily lie down and die.
20:09An admirable sentiment.
20:11But alas, it's all for naught.
20:13Soon the world shall quail and gnash in the clutches of its new master.
20:17Lord!
20:19Fear my wrath!
20:20Fear my wrath!
20:21For I am the demon lord!
20:22I'm the doll!
20:24You're...
20:25A demon lord?
20:26O