1 00:01:42,039 --> 00:01:47,002 THE RED IN OUR LIVES 2 00:02:10,151 --> 00:02:11,443 Uh, Haru? 3 00:02:19,952 --> 00:02:20,953 Huh? 4 00:02:45,811 --> 00:02:49,690 I'm dreaming, right? This has gotta be a dream. 5 00:02:50,566 --> 00:02:51,609 Haru... 6 00:02:57,615 --> 00:02:58,616 This hurts. 7 00:03:00,075 --> 00:03:01,327 This is real. 8 00:03:03,787 --> 00:03:04,663 You idiot! 9 00:03:05,915 --> 00:03:07,875 Why... Why? 10 00:03:18,677 --> 00:03:22,264 Haru... Haru. 11 00:03:24,975 --> 00:03:25,851 Haru. 12 00:03:32,024 --> 00:03:33,025 Haru... 13 00:03:34,151 --> 00:03:36,153 That's how it should be. 14 00:03:37,154 --> 00:03:38,030 Huh? 15 00:03:38,614 --> 00:03:42,743 You've buried your feelings ever since you were a kid. 16 00:03:42,826 --> 00:03:45,412 You've lived quietly in the darkness. 17 00:03:45,955 --> 00:03:49,583 Hold on. I thought I had locked you away. 18 00:03:50,876 --> 00:03:55,422 Well, it turns out Melon was kind enough to open the door for me. 19 00:03:57,049 --> 00:03:59,510 Those flames burning deep within his eyes... 20 00:04:00,886 --> 00:04:02,763 It's what I was afraid of. 21 00:04:04,682 --> 00:04:07,685 Don't turn away. Face yourself. 22 00:04:08,352 --> 00:04:12,231 What feeling creeps in? Sadness? Or is it frustration? 23 00:04:12,898 --> 00:04:15,025 Or is it neither? 24 00:04:15,109 --> 00:04:18,445 It's your instinct, alive and well. 25 00:04:21,740 --> 00:04:23,575 No! 26 00:04:31,458 --> 00:04:35,713 How could I? What have I done? 27 00:04:37,673 --> 00:04:39,842 I'll never see her again. 28 00:04:45,848 --> 00:04:49,560 Oh, sorry about the mess. I was going to clean that when I got back. 29 00:04:50,561 --> 00:04:51,478 Huh? 30 00:04:51,562 --> 00:04:53,939 I've gotta be more careful with tomato juice. 31 00:04:54,023 --> 00:04:56,275 I'm better at spilling it than drinking it. 32 00:04:56,358 --> 00:04:57,359 H... Haru? 33 00:04:58,319 --> 00:04:59,778 Tomato juice? 34 00:05:01,363 --> 00:05:03,657 Was I too shocked to use my nose? 35 00:05:03,741 --> 00:05:05,868 What is it? What's wrong? 36 00:05:12,291 --> 00:05:15,753 Hey, are you okay? You didn't have a nightmare, did you? 37 00:05:16,879 --> 00:05:20,341 It was a nightmare, and it felt so real. 38 00:05:21,842 --> 00:05:24,345 It was frightening. I'm just glad I'm awake. 39 00:05:26,055 --> 00:05:28,057 You're so warm. 40 00:05:28,724 --> 00:05:30,976 How about, um, some breakfast? 41 00:05:35,147 --> 00:05:36,857 We have yogurt and bread. 42 00:05:37,441 --> 00:05:40,152 So, which one? We've got aloe or strawberry. 43 00:05:41,111 --> 00:05:43,572 Well, for me, I like strawberry. 44 00:05:46,075 --> 00:05:47,284 I'm so grateful. 45 00:05:47,368 --> 00:05:50,871 Too slow. You get aloe. Here! 46 00:05:50,954 --> 00:05:55,626 Outside of my nightmare, I guess we're really pretty lucky. 47 00:05:56,126 --> 00:05:57,169 Come and get it! 48 00:05:57,252 --> 00:05:59,505 If I have this dream of eating her... 49 00:06:00,255 --> 00:06:04,426 I can't imagine Haru hasn't dreamt of me doing it. 50 00:06:05,761 --> 00:06:09,807 And yet here she is, with her yogurt and bread, 51 00:06:09,890 --> 00:06:13,268 happy to have breakfast with me, like it's just what we do. 52 00:06:14,603 --> 00:06:17,815 You've got all our weight on your shoulders. 53 00:06:18,524 --> 00:06:21,985 Just you. But because of that, we work. 54 00:06:22,736 --> 00:06:24,238 Listen, Haru! 55 00:06:25,489 --> 00:06:26,323 You and me... 56 00:06:27,032 --> 00:06:28,909 I think you and I should get married. 57 00:06:29,410 --> 00:06:32,496 I wanna live with you. Maybe have kids. 58 00:06:32,579 --> 00:06:36,208 And no matter what nightmares pop up, I know we can handle it. 59 00:06:36,291 --> 00:06:39,253 And I wanna have yogurt every single day with you. 60 00:06:40,087 --> 00:06:43,757 I mean, don't we deserve happiness? I wanna be happy with you. 61 00:06:43,841 --> 00:06:46,009 Uh... yeah. 62 00:06:47,261 --> 00:06:50,597 Okay. Well, then, I have a request for us. 63 00:06:51,181 --> 00:06:52,224 Anything. 64 00:06:52,307 --> 00:06:54,435 I wanna see the Festival of the Meteor. 65 00:06:55,144 --> 00:06:56,437 And I wanna go with you. 66 00:06:57,729 --> 00:06:58,856 The festival? 67 00:06:58,939 --> 00:07:00,899 Well, we couldn't do it last year. 68 00:07:01,525 --> 00:07:04,695 And when we go, let's light a candle together. 69 00:07:05,904 --> 00:07:06,905 Make a promise. 70 00:07:13,245 --> 00:07:15,122 She will be my wife. 71 00:07:16,165 --> 00:07:20,294 Before that, though, I made a promise to Mr. Yahya. 72 00:07:23,338 --> 00:07:25,048 Where are you, Melon? 73 00:07:26,675 --> 00:07:29,928 KING OF BEASTS 74 00:07:31,972 --> 00:07:33,724 You know, Melon, he, uh... 75 00:07:33,807 --> 00:07:36,226 he never even bothered to learn Hino's name. 76 00:07:37,728 --> 00:07:42,149 And in Melon's eyes, gang members are nothing but weak little pawns. 77 00:07:44,318 --> 00:07:45,527 HERE LIES HINO 78 00:07:45,611 --> 00:07:46,570 Damn, Hino... 79 00:07:47,321 --> 00:07:51,033 You deserved better. You deserved a death worthy of a lion's mane. 80 00:07:54,495 --> 00:07:55,787 Hey! What are you doing? 81 00:07:55,871 --> 00:07:57,956 I haven't earned my mane, have I? 82 00:07:58,457 --> 00:08:01,335 I'm following Melon even after Hino was killed. 83 00:08:01,418 --> 00:08:02,961 The king of beasts, my ass! 84 00:08:03,045 --> 00:08:04,421 Stop! Come on! 85 00:08:04,505 --> 00:08:05,589 I don't deserve this mane! 86 00:08:05,672 --> 00:08:07,716 - Stop! Just stop! - Get off me! Just let me do this! 87 00:08:07,799 --> 00:08:09,510 We're right here with you! 88 00:08:09,593 --> 00:08:12,012 - We know this isn't easy! - Remember what he said! 89 00:08:12,095 --> 00:08:14,765 He said, since you were born a male lion, 90 00:08:14,848 --> 00:08:18,644 it falls upon you to become a king of beasts worthy of your mane. 91 00:08:18,727 --> 00:08:21,063 Exactly. You take care of it until you earn it, 92 00:08:21,146 --> 00:08:23,357 and that takes time. And you know that. 93 00:08:24,191 --> 00:08:26,443 But Hino... our Hino... 94 00:08:28,487 --> 00:08:32,199 At this rate, my mane will just sit on the head of a pretender! 95 00:08:34,243 --> 00:08:36,620 {\an8}How am I supposed to ever forgive Melon? 96 00:08:36,703 --> 00:08:38,664 {\an8}He'll never be Shishi-Gumi! 97 00:08:39,456 --> 00:08:41,208 Are you gonna take him down, then? 98 00:08:42,167 --> 00:08:44,086 And you think you're up for that? 99 00:08:44,169 --> 00:08:47,047 Let's say you do. When a turf war breaks out, 100 00:08:47,130 --> 00:08:49,383 what are we supposed to do without a boss? 101 00:08:49,466 --> 00:08:51,051 Meat Appreciation Day... 102 00:08:51,134 --> 00:08:53,637 How great would it be if we got Louis back? 103 00:08:53,720 --> 00:08:55,222 Yeah, that'd be nice. 104 00:08:55,305 --> 00:08:59,560 Louis, huh... He treated us like the kings of beasts that we are. 105 00:09:00,352 --> 00:09:03,855 That was great. I'll admit, Louis was the man. 106 00:09:03,939 --> 00:09:05,482 But nothing lasts forever. 107 00:09:05,566 --> 00:09:08,277 Well, if we asked nicely, he might come back. 108 00:09:08,360 --> 00:09:11,488 - Maybe if we bowed our heads in respect-- - No way! You can't do that! 109 00:09:11,572 --> 00:09:12,489 - What? - The hell? 110 00:09:12,573 --> 00:09:13,448 Oh. 111 00:09:13,532 --> 00:09:16,159 Looky here. I remember you. 112 00:09:16,243 --> 00:09:18,370 Looks like you're still alive. 113 00:09:18,453 --> 00:09:21,206 What are you doing here? Forget what dyin' feels like? 114 00:09:21,290 --> 00:09:22,374 You gotta listen. 115 00:09:23,041 --> 00:09:25,669 Hear me out. I just... just want to ask something. 116 00:09:26,837 --> 00:09:29,172 I want Melon, and I thought you all could help. 117 00:09:29,256 --> 00:09:31,842 - And why would you think that? - I want to catch him. 118 00:09:32,467 --> 00:09:35,470 Unless I'm wrong, sounds like you all want Melon gone. 119 00:09:36,221 --> 00:09:37,889 If we could work toge-- Whoa! 120 00:09:38,724 --> 00:09:41,184 Us following a wolf? You must be nuts! 121 00:09:41,268 --> 00:09:43,395 I'm not asking you to follow me. 122 00:09:43,478 --> 00:09:45,856 Now, wait. We seem to have the same goal. 123 00:09:46,607 --> 00:09:49,109 Louis is my senior, but I don't think he should be your boss. 124 00:09:49,192 --> 00:09:52,487 What? What do you mean, Louis is your senior? 125 00:09:53,113 --> 00:09:55,616 - What are you blabbing about? - In high school he was my senior. 126 00:09:55,699 --> 00:09:56,700 Huh? 127 00:09:56,783 --> 00:09:58,910 I don't care who you are to Louis. 128 00:10:00,495 --> 00:10:02,998 Yeah, sure, Melon's a problem for us, 129 00:10:03,081 --> 00:10:05,626 but we're not desperate enough to turn to a canine! 130 00:10:05,709 --> 00:10:08,587 Don't worry, pup. We can solve this on our own. 131 00:10:08,670 --> 00:10:11,423 And now, since those canine ears hear so well, 132 00:10:11,506 --> 00:10:13,550 now we gotta make sure you stay dead! 133 00:10:23,477 --> 00:10:24,603 Use your heads. 134 00:10:25,187 --> 00:10:27,564 You think Louis will forgive you if you kill me? 135 00:10:27,648 --> 00:10:29,650 Pretty confident, I see. 136 00:10:29,733 --> 00:10:31,735 I'll admit, kid, you got balls. 137 00:10:31,818 --> 00:10:34,821 But losing any more of our lion's pride ain't on the table. 138 00:10:36,573 --> 00:10:39,159 This time when you die, you'll stay dead. 139 00:10:42,913 --> 00:10:44,998 The Zoolympics. 140 00:10:45,082 --> 00:10:47,167 All manner of species coming together 141 00:10:47,250 --> 00:10:49,920 to showcase a wide range of special abilities. 142 00:10:50,921 --> 00:10:53,173 It's an event that transcends our differences, 143 00:10:53,256 --> 00:10:57,052 where we can exist in peace and mutually appreciate our achievements. 144 00:10:57,886 --> 00:11:01,056 {\an8}It embodies our slogan, "Live Together," 145 00:11:01,139 --> 00:11:03,809 {\an8}my vision for co-existence and prosperity. 146 00:11:05,185 --> 00:11:10,065 I'm currently considering the prospect of bringing the Zoolympics to our fine city. 147 00:11:10,148 --> 00:11:13,694 Interesting. I've heard the costs can be astronomical. 148 00:11:14,236 --> 00:11:16,822 Oftentimes, cities withdraw their bids. 149 00:11:16,905 --> 00:11:20,450 In spite of that, I believe there's an opportunity there. 150 00:11:20,534 --> 00:11:23,912 As for the costs, I'm a little more optimistic in that regard. 151 00:11:23,995 --> 00:11:27,624 Of course, that depends on Mr. Ogma chairing the bidding committee. 152 00:11:27,708 --> 00:11:28,750 {\an8}MAYOR 153 00:11:28,834 --> 00:11:32,337 {\an8}Something seems off here. Does Father have some kind of a plan? 154 00:11:33,088 --> 00:11:35,757 {\an8}On top of that, I feel we have something special 155 00:11:35,841 --> 00:11:37,509 we can bring to the table. 156 00:11:40,262 --> 00:11:42,180 Uh... raw meat? 157 00:11:42,264 --> 00:11:43,849 Lab-cultured meat. 158 00:11:43,932 --> 00:11:47,269 Oh, yeah, I vaguely recall hearing about that. 159 00:11:47,352 --> 00:11:49,271 Using cultured muscle cells, 160 00:11:49,354 --> 00:11:52,441 this was artificially created through the wonders of science, 161 00:11:53,233 --> 00:11:57,779 meaning no one had to die for this and it can be consumed ethically. 162 00:11:57,863 --> 00:12:00,824 Its resemblance to the real thing is remarkable. 163 00:12:00,907 --> 00:12:03,827 It tastes like regular meat and has the same nutrients. 164 00:12:04,411 --> 00:12:06,455 I didn't know its development was this far along. 165 00:12:06,997 --> 00:12:09,166 Apparently, it's almost ready for release. 166 00:12:09,916 --> 00:12:10,792 So then... 167 00:12:11,293 --> 00:12:15,464 It's no secret some athletes have been eating meat and getting away with it, 168 00:12:15,547 --> 00:12:17,924 and that's, of course, a regrettable aspect. 169 00:12:18,008 --> 00:12:18,925 Agreed. 170 00:12:19,009 --> 00:12:23,722 So, then, what if the solution is offering this meat to those same athletes? 171 00:12:23,805 --> 00:12:26,975 I'm sure carnivores across the board would have no problem with that. 172 00:12:27,058 --> 00:12:30,353 And with that, its nutrition would give them the edge 173 00:12:30,437 --> 00:12:32,230 for record-breaking performance. 174 00:12:33,064 --> 00:12:35,525 For Horns Pharmaceuticals and Ogura Foods, 175 00:12:35,609 --> 00:12:38,904 it's the perfect advertising opportunity. 176 00:12:39,529 --> 00:12:43,784 So, Azuki's father's company, working with Horns Pharmaceuticals? 177 00:12:43,867 --> 00:12:44,993 This smells fishy. 178 00:12:45,660 --> 00:12:48,580 So here's where you come in. 179 00:12:49,122 --> 00:12:52,918 We have decided that you should serve as our ambassador for the bid. 180 00:12:53,001 --> 00:12:53,919 What? 181 00:12:54,002 --> 00:12:57,088 The younger crowds respect you. You have influence. 182 00:12:57,172 --> 00:12:59,966 You're seen as a future Beastar by the community. 183 00:13:01,885 --> 00:13:02,969 Uh, Father? 184 00:13:04,721 --> 00:13:05,764 I think it's clear. 185 00:13:07,265 --> 00:13:08,350 I understand. 186 00:13:10,310 --> 00:13:11,478 Oh. 187 00:13:14,105 --> 00:13:16,650 Oh, look at how your antlers have grown. 188 00:13:16,733 --> 00:13:18,276 KITTY: WE'VE GOT THE WOLF 189 00:13:18,360 --> 00:13:20,403 Like father, like son. 190 00:13:21,488 --> 00:13:23,573 I'm looking forward to working together. 191 00:13:25,992 --> 00:13:29,412 All right, let's start the first read-through. We ready? 192 00:13:32,249 --> 00:13:35,460 Pina, you really know how to get under my skin, 193 00:13:35,544 --> 00:13:37,546 but for the sake of the play, I can look past that. 194 00:13:37,629 --> 00:13:39,214 "One thousand years ago, 195 00:13:39,297 --> 00:13:43,009 an era when herbivores and carnivores lived together in harmony, 196 00:13:43,093 --> 00:13:44,135 without division..." 197 00:13:44,219 --> 00:13:46,930 "Laila and the others went out to gather fruit." 198 00:13:47,013 --> 00:13:49,224 "It's been seven sunrises since they left." 199 00:13:49,307 --> 00:13:51,434 "They don't usually take this long." 200 00:13:51,518 --> 00:13:54,563 "Don't worry, it's Laila. She's definitely fine." 201 00:13:54,646 --> 00:13:57,190 "Laila enters from stage right." 202 00:13:58,358 --> 00:14:01,069 "Everyone, don't worry. We've returned!" 203 00:14:01,152 --> 00:14:04,072 "On our way back we were attacked by Jaguars, 204 00:14:04,155 --> 00:14:06,449 but with these fangs, and with my claws--" 205 00:14:06,533 --> 00:14:08,326 "Everyone, don't worry. We've returned!" 206 00:14:08,410 --> 00:14:10,996 "On our way back we were attacked by Jaguars, but with--" 207 00:14:11,079 --> 00:14:13,248 Whoa, hold it, hang on! What are you doing? 208 00:14:13,331 --> 00:14:14,791 Stick to the lines that are yours. 209 00:14:14,875 --> 00:14:19,087 I understand the concept. I was just thinking how I would play it. 210 00:14:19,170 --> 00:14:20,171 Huh? 211 00:14:21,006 --> 00:14:24,801 The character is a strong leader with a quiet confidence. 212 00:14:24,885 --> 00:14:28,388 Wouldn't it be striking if they're nonchalant about this violence? 213 00:14:28,471 --> 00:14:31,141 - Oh, yeah, I see what you mean. - Yeah, but-- 214 00:14:31,224 --> 00:14:36,021 Okay, you're only here for one reason. You're perfect for the role of Garan. 215 00:14:36,104 --> 00:14:39,232 That's right. Let's remember the illustrations of herbivores 216 00:14:39,316 --> 00:14:41,443 from the time period this play is set in. 217 00:14:41,526 --> 00:14:43,528 The horned sheep is very iconic. 218 00:14:43,612 --> 00:14:47,032 With you in that role, we bring in the authentic flavor of that era. 219 00:14:47,115 --> 00:14:49,784 Mmm, yeah, I hear you about that ancient stuff. 220 00:14:50,744 --> 00:14:55,540 Listen. Wouldn't me playing a carnivore be more intriguing? 221 00:14:55,624 --> 00:14:56,750 You're saying... 222 00:14:56,833 --> 00:14:59,294 Imagine this. We shake things up. 223 00:14:59,377 --> 00:15:02,213 The carnivores and herbivores swap their roles. 224 00:15:02,297 --> 00:15:03,298 - Huh? - Hmmm? 225 00:15:03,381 --> 00:15:06,927 {\an8}Isn't that... Isn't that a little bit out there? 226 00:15:07,010 --> 00:15:10,221 Ugh! Classic behavior of an egotistical narcissist! 227 00:15:10,305 --> 00:15:12,515 {\an8}Won't that just confuse the audience? 228 00:15:12,599 --> 00:15:15,769 I get that, but we could find some ways to make it more clear, 229 00:15:15,852 --> 00:15:17,437 like using wardrobe to spell it out. 230 00:15:18,063 --> 00:15:21,524 {\an8}Not bad. Maybe we could dress the herbivores in green, 231 00:15:21,608 --> 00:15:23,735 {\an8}and then the carnivores could wear orange. 232 00:15:23,818 --> 00:15:26,696 {\an8}Isn't an aspect of acting the valiant attempt 233 00:15:26,780 --> 00:15:28,531 to portray something you are not? 234 00:15:28,615 --> 00:15:32,202 - Well, yeah, you do have a point... - Now, wait just a second! 235 00:15:35,330 --> 00:15:39,209 You've got some nerve! You want to steal the role of Laila from me. 236 00:15:39,793 --> 00:15:42,879 Besides, I don't know the first thing about playing an herbivore. 237 00:15:42,963 --> 00:15:45,840 That's perfect, then. You can challenge yourself. 238 00:15:45,924 --> 00:15:49,010 Playing Laila is already challenging enough! 239 00:15:49,094 --> 00:15:50,762 Has it even occurred to you 240 00:15:50,845 --> 00:15:53,139 that you don't understand the carnivore experience? 241 00:15:53,223 --> 00:15:56,851 Let me ask you, Juno, have you ever caused harm to an herbivore before? 242 00:15:56,935 --> 00:15:57,852 What? 243 00:15:58,436 --> 00:16:00,772 Have you ever hurt one, or eaten one? 244 00:16:01,481 --> 00:16:04,275 - Anything like that? - No, of course I haven't. 245 00:16:04,359 --> 00:16:07,988 So when your character does those things, you're using your imagination? 246 00:16:08,071 --> 00:16:09,906 Yeah, but that's not the same. 247 00:16:09,990 --> 00:16:11,324 I understand, Juno. 248 00:16:11,408 --> 00:16:15,036 You just want the role that shows you in your best light, am I right? 249 00:16:15,912 --> 00:16:19,541 A role with just enough drama, and monologues, 250 00:16:19,624 --> 00:16:22,711 so you can soak up the spotlight as the glamorous protagonist. 251 00:16:22,794 --> 00:16:24,838 You're wrong! It's about the play. 252 00:16:24,921 --> 00:16:27,882 I just want to serve the work, and play the role that I'm the best fit for. 253 00:16:27,966 --> 00:16:31,302 I believe in you. That's why I think you should play an herbivore. 254 00:16:32,095 --> 00:16:33,805 You wanna be a Beastar, right? 255 00:16:33,888 --> 00:16:36,683 - Just think, looks good on a résumé... - My résumé? 256 00:16:36,766 --> 00:16:39,644 Can you imagine it? You playing a weak herbivore 257 00:16:39,728 --> 00:16:41,855 who can only survive by acting tough. 258 00:16:42,522 --> 00:16:44,107 I can almost see it now. 259 00:16:44,733 --> 00:16:46,484 - That could work. - Yeah. 260 00:16:46,568 --> 00:16:48,695 There's nothing wrong with playing it safe. 261 00:16:48,778 --> 00:16:50,030 At least it would be easier. 262 00:16:50,113 --> 00:16:52,198 Yeah, but now that I think about it, 263 00:16:52,282 --> 00:16:54,117 Pina might be on to something. 264 00:16:54,200 --> 00:16:55,744 I have to say, it sounds good. 265 00:16:56,286 --> 00:16:58,329 Pina's got some great ideas. 266 00:16:58,413 --> 00:17:00,915 Sounds like it can make the theme really stand out. 267 00:17:00,999 --> 00:17:03,668 Also, it kind of connects back to Adler. 268 00:17:03,752 --> 00:17:08,256 Isn't it true that Adler originally had herbivores playing predators 269 00:17:08,339 --> 00:17:10,050 to reinforce his ideas? 270 00:17:10,133 --> 00:17:14,596 Well, I must admit, it would make the dual performance more meaningful, 271 00:17:14,679 --> 00:17:17,098 - and much more unique... - You aren't being serious! 272 00:17:17,182 --> 00:17:20,351 Does the prospect of this frighten you? 273 00:17:21,186 --> 00:17:23,897 Are you worried because you don't think you can pull it off? 274 00:17:23,980 --> 00:17:26,566 What? I can't believe you. 275 00:17:26,649 --> 00:17:29,319 What makes you think stepping into the role of a carnivore is easy? 276 00:17:29,402 --> 00:17:32,322 I actually think it'll be quite the challenge, 277 00:17:32,405 --> 00:17:34,365 one I know I'm ready for. 278 00:17:35,533 --> 00:17:37,869 Well, all right. I'll do it. 279 00:17:38,703 --> 00:17:40,371 I'll play Garan, then! 280 00:17:40,455 --> 00:17:42,999 You'll be sorry, 'cause I'll do it better than you ever could. 281 00:17:43,083 --> 00:17:46,377 Nice! That's the spirit. 282 00:17:48,630 --> 00:17:50,799 What am I getting myself into? 283 00:18:03,353 --> 00:18:04,229 I'm here. 284 00:18:09,859 --> 00:18:11,444 So, how's the hostage? 285 00:18:11,528 --> 00:18:13,321 I wondered if you'd come. 286 00:18:13,863 --> 00:18:15,198 You've got some nerve. 287 00:18:15,281 --> 00:18:18,785 What part of threatening me sounded like a good idea? 288 00:18:18,868 --> 00:18:21,496 Tell me another way we could have gotten you to show up. 289 00:18:21,579 --> 00:18:24,249 You know it's true. You won't even pick up the phone. 290 00:18:24,332 --> 00:18:26,376 Enough. Just bring out the wolf. 291 00:18:26,459 --> 00:18:29,045 If you hurt them, then we're gonna have a problem. 292 00:18:30,338 --> 00:18:32,465 You're kidding me. You're the wolf? 293 00:18:32,549 --> 00:18:34,634 So, uh, hello... Oh! 294 00:18:35,343 --> 00:18:38,763 What the hell are you doing here? 295 00:18:38,847 --> 00:18:42,433 Let me guess. Did you think it was Juno they took? 296 00:18:44,102 --> 00:18:45,520 So, tell me what happened. 297 00:18:46,104 --> 00:18:49,732 {\an8}I need to talk to Melon, and I figured they knew where he was. 298 00:18:49,816 --> 00:18:52,819 {\an8}If I recall, you were done with Melon. Isn't that right? 299 00:18:52,902 --> 00:18:55,488 {\an8}Yeah, I was, but, well... 300 00:18:55,572 --> 00:18:59,117 if I can catch Melon, they'll erase my carnivore criminal record. 301 00:18:59,909 --> 00:19:02,787 If I don't, I won't be able to marry Haru. 302 00:19:04,914 --> 00:19:07,792 So your bright idea was to get them to tell you where Melon was? 303 00:19:08,418 --> 00:19:09,919 You know they could have killed you. 304 00:19:10,003 --> 00:19:12,589 Well, "could have" almost became "did," 305 00:19:12,672 --> 00:19:15,508 although they did say if you asked them, they'd tell me. 306 00:19:15,592 --> 00:19:18,970 The way he was saying it was that you'd show up if it was for him. 307 00:19:19,637 --> 00:19:21,723 - What? - Well... 308 00:19:21,806 --> 00:19:25,935 I know you cut ties with the Shishi-Gumi, so this is on me. I'm sorry. 309 00:19:26,561 --> 00:19:29,689 Uh, but still, though, think you could do me a solid? 310 00:19:29,772 --> 00:19:31,024 Jeez... 311 00:19:31,733 --> 00:19:34,527 Even if you caught this mixed maniac, 312 00:19:34,611 --> 00:19:36,905 that's no guarantee of a happily ever after. 313 00:19:37,572 --> 00:19:39,824 Right. I'll keep that in mind. 314 00:19:52,837 --> 00:19:54,297 I'm here, as you asked. 315 00:19:55,298 --> 00:19:58,426 Tell him where Melon is. Make good on your end. 316 00:19:59,260 --> 00:20:02,722 Sure, we're gonna tell him, on one condition. 317 00:20:02,805 --> 00:20:03,640 Which is... 318 00:20:04,557 --> 00:20:05,725 Louis... 319 00:20:06,517 --> 00:20:08,770 we want you to take up the mantle again. 320 00:20:08,853 --> 00:20:11,231 Come back and be our Shishi-Gumi boss. 321 00:20:11,314 --> 00:20:13,399 - Stop it. That's not fair! - Quiet! 322 00:20:14,067 --> 00:20:17,487 - We'll follow your orders if you lead us. - This wasn't our agreement. 323 00:20:17,570 --> 00:20:19,072 So if you want us to help this wolf... 324 00:20:19,155 --> 00:20:21,241 You said if he asked, that would be enough. 325 00:20:21,324 --> 00:20:22,367 - Shut it! - Sorry. 326 00:20:22,450 --> 00:20:23,701 That's all we ask. 327 00:20:24,535 --> 00:20:27,538 So we're clear? 328 00:20:27,622 --> 00:20:29,624 You'll help him if I take the reins? 329 00:20:31,876 --> 00:20:34,879 Respectfully... We're begging you. 330 00:20:41,594 --> 00:20:43,805 I've never seen anything like this. 331 00:20:44,973 --> 00:20:49,894 Look at him. A deer that is able to command lions. 332 00:20:52,563 --> 00:20:53,690 I refuse. 333 00:20:54,399 --> 00:20:57,485 - Huh? - But... why not? 334 00:21:00,989 --> 00:21:02,824 Ibuki died because of me... 335 00:21:04,367 --> 00:21:06,744 and because I said I would step down as boss. 336 00:21:09,872 --> 00:21:11,374 I can't forget that. 337 00:21:12,542 --> 00:21:16,963 He gave his life. He died to protect the Shishi-Gumi's pride. 338 00:21:23,886 --> 00:21:26,806 And if I returned, his death would be for nothing. 339 00:21:27,849 --> 00:21:28,683 Therefore... 340 00:21:29,225 --> 00:21:33,521 I can't return. I can never be your boss again. 341 00:21:38,568 --> 00:21:40,111 Louis... 342 00:21:43,698 --> 00:21:46,367 I'm sorry. I hope you understand. 343 00:21:54,876 --> 00:21:55,960 Hey. 344 00:21:56,044 --> 00:21:56,878 Huh? 345 00:21:56,961 --> 00:21:58,755 So, about Melon... 346 00:21:58,838 --> 00:22:02,300 Apparently he's called "Professor" in polite society. 347 00:22:03,384 --> 00:22:04,510 Oh. 348 00:22:07,472 --> 00:22:08,848 "Professor"?