Now, the school's selection match is past the turning point,
and every battle feels like yet another climax!
The person who's getting the most attention is who used to be called the Worst One,
but now Another One, Ikki Kurogane!
Easy win, twelfth in a row!
Oh, such fresh air! It's pretty cool of the director to do this.
Yeah. It's nice to get a week off at this time.
Not only that, she planned a trip for us.
You guys are the hopes of the first-years, so I'm inviting you to the school's training camp in Okutama.
Get well trained...
Thank you very much!
We haven't been able to go away alone.
So this is called a "premarital trip" in Japan, right?
What? Not exactly...
Wow! Look Ikki! So pretty.
Hey! Let's go see that waterfall later!
I want to see it up close!
Well, I guess it doesn't matter. She seems to be having so much fun.
"Takami o mezasu nosa, A brave new world," I'll aim higher, A brave new world,
"Jounetsu no kissaki de" With the point of a passionate sword
"Kono basho ni kizamu no wa, It's my soul" What I mark in this place, It's my soul
"Dare nimo furesase nai identity," I won't let anyone touch my identity,
"Kyoumei shiteku kodou" The heart beat that begins to resonate
"Unmei wa kono isshun de kimaru darou" My destiny will be decided in this moment
""Kakugo" o waraeba ii, Ogori takabureba ii" Mock my "resolution," Be arrogant
"Mayoi fumi tsubushi, Let's go ahead!" I'll stomp out doubts, Let's go ahead!
(Let's go ahead, Right now) "Mayoi fumi tsubushi, Let's go ahead!" I'll stomp out doubts, Let's go ahead!
"Dakara ima uchiyaburu nosa," That's why I'll break it now,
"Sou, ashita o fusagu omoi door o" Yes, the heavy door that blocks tomorrow
"Zenryouku de jibun tsukai tsukuse," Use yourself in full force to the end,
"Togi sumasareta kokoro de" With your sharp mind
"Ichigeki de tsuki yaburu nosa," Break it with one stroke,
"Sou mirai o kobamu atsui door o" Yes, the heavy door that refuses tomorrow
"Kishi kaisei, sono toki ga kita nosa," Revive, The time has come,
"Dotanba no climax" The climax at the last minute
It's time to take a top
It's the seventh time, Shizuku.
Princess' Vacation
Huh?
Your sighs. Your letting your happiness get away.
When I failed to prevent Onii-sama and the Nympho travel, my happiness is long gone and missing.
If you'd come along at least, I would feel better.
Sorry. I've already made plans.
Yeah, I know.
Oh, Shizuku. Let me tell you one thing.
The thing they went to is nothing sweet like a private vacation trip.
It's just my female intuition.
Huh?
It's feels a little cold.
Are you okay? You want my jacket?
Huh? What?
No. It's just that this feels like lovers' stuff.
O-oh yeah? But you know, actually, we're...
Y-you know, oh...
Yep, l-lovers right?
S-Stella!
What?
They're from the student council!
Here I come! Be ready!
It's deep! But with my legs!
Not bad!
Not yet!
What's this great sport that's not at all badminton?
Whatever it is, she's helping.
We don't have to play with Renren.
It's tiring to play with a physical fool.
Although we didn't come here to play today.
Oh no? You have to work for the student council?
Yeah, actually. But oh? You came here for the same reason, didn't you?
Huh?
You haven't heard?
Huh? What?
Cleaning the training camp, are we?
Yes. A month from now, student reps are supposed to have training camp here.
So before that takes place, we need to clean the place.
Student council's job is more boring than I thought.
I'm just wondering, wouldn't your clothes get dirty?
It's fine. I won't let them get dirty.
There is not enough manpower, so we asked the director to get some helping hands.
O-oh, I see.
I'm glad she sent us dependable ones.
Besides, Toka has been dying to meet you once.
Toka? You mean, the president of the student council?!
Yep, Toka Todo. She's slacking off today, though.
Vice president, that's misleading.
She's just coming a little late because she has an errand to run.
Is that right?
But we work well together!
I thought this trip was just us...
Kurogane
Welcome home, Miss Shizuku.
Would you like something to drink?
No, thanks. Leave me alone.
I'm home, Onii-tama. Did you miss me?
Oh, you're going to see the waterfall? Now?
Yes. I just want to see it up close very much.
Right, Ikki?
Hmm. With just the two of you?
Y-yes, sure.
Oh, I see.
W-well... Are we done with the cleaning?
Yes. Thanks to you.
Even if we forgot something, we can just make Toka do it, so it's alright!
It's about one hour each way.
You should go and see it before the sun sets.
Yes. Then let's go, Stella.
Stella?
Huh? Y-yeah, let's go! Okay everyone, see you later then!
Bye! Do your best!
At what?
Who knows?
Phew. This is steeper than I thought.
It could be good for our training.
Don't you think, Stella?
Stella? Are you tired?
Huh? N-no. I'm fine.
But I remember, Stella...
You only had two large bowls at lunch today.
Normally, you'd easily eat seven...
I just wasn't hungry! Because I didn't get enough exercise!
That's impossible!
If you want, we can go back to the camp and--
No! We're finally alone.
But Stella...
A little mountain road is nothing!
Come on, let's go!
Y-yeah.
This Onii-sama is cute too.
Don't you think so, Onii-tama?
Miss Shizuku.
What?
The Master is waiting for you in the drawing room.
My father?
Stella... You really are not feeling good, aren't you?
Y-yeah. To tell you the truth, my body feels heavy,
and I feel dizzy, and also feel like throwing up.
Maybe the kiss the other day got me pregnant?
Huh? I-I don't think that's possible.
But this...isn't this what they call "morning sickness"?
Well, how about the possibility of just catching a cold?
A cold? Oh, I see.
So this is what I've heard so much about, a cold.
I had no idea.
You mean, you never had one before?!
Right. This is really surprising.
I really can't move my body the way I want to.
We should get back to camp right away.
I'm sorry for ruining the trip.
Don't worry about that.
This is the worst time!
I'm glad there was a mountain lodge.
Thank you.
Excuse me for a moment.
I knew it. You have a high fever.
Stella, you should take off those wet clothes.
They're only lowering your body temperature.
I know what to do. I'll take mine off too!
Huh?
If we look alike, then you won't be embarrassed, right?
Huh? What?
It reminds me of the first time we met.
You were like... so suddenly...
O-oh, yeah. That's right.
You saw me the first time we met, so I'm fine.
Stella, may I take them off for you?
Sure. Please.
Okay. Well then...
If I do it uncomfortably, then it'd only embarrass Stella.
I should try to be as businesslike as I can!
Next is your shirt.
Y-yes.
Phew! I was able to control myself.
Ikki.
What is it?
Well, could you... you know... take off my bra?
Huh?!
I'm having a hard time breathing.
You just need to unhook the front.
S-sure... Okay.
Thanks. I feel... much better...
Y-you're welcome.
I'm sorry for being so much trouble.
No way. You're sick. It's not your fault.
That too, but well, you look like... you're having a hard time, so...
Huh?
I mean, you're kind of exploding.
Oh, I can explain this. For men, sometimes it's very hard to control themselves.
So if you'd overlook this right now, I'd be very grateful. What I mean is...
I'm sorry!
No. Don't apologize.
It doesn't bother me if it's you.
More like, it makes me happy.
That you get excited for me.
O-of course! How could I not?
Hey, Ikki?
Yeah?
Do you wanna do it... with me?
What?!
S-stella, do you understand what you're saying?
Yes, I do.
Sorry.
I can't answer that question right now.
Stella. I want to be able to tell everyone proudly that I like you.
But if I get in that kind of relationship with you,
then I don't think I can be proud in front of your parents or my family.
You may think I'm a coward, but this is something I just can't give up.
So... I'm sorry.
No. It's alright.
It means that you're serious about our relationship.
Thanks.
It's a phone call. Maybe they're worried. Let me take this.
Hello? Yes, this is Kurogane.
Oh, thank you very much. Yes, actually we're at the mountain lodge.
I really am naughty.
I see, I see.
I've located him.
Now, it's time to let it go wild.
Excuse me.
Did you call for me, Father?
Shizuku. It's been a long time.
Please just tell me what you called me for.
Have a seat. Let's talk a little.
If you have nothing important, then I'll return to my room.
I only came back because I received a letter from Mom.
And I'm the one who made her write that letter.
What?
If it was from me, you wouldn't even bother to look.
I suppose I was right.
What are you trying to accomplish?
To find out if my daughter who's living away from her parents is doing fine.
Isn't that enough?
I'm pretty sure you've heard about me from the federation.
Of course I've heard about your fighting record for the selection match.
Twelve games, all victories. That's living up to the name of Kurogane.
You make me proud, Shizuku.
With your abilities, you're sure to get the spot for the representative.
Just don't lower your guar--
Onii-sama is also winning.
Doesn't he make you proud as well?
You mean, Ikki?
Or... you don't even care about him at all.
Is that it, Father?!
That's not it.
You're a liar.
Stella!
Ikki?
Stay here. I'll take care of that.
Come to me, Intetsu.
The First Secret Sword, Saigeki!
What?!
What the hell is this thing?!
Why is it after us in the first place?
Ikki!
Stella!
STELLA!
Sorry for the wait, Stella!
Renren-senpai?
Saijo!
Let us take care of them, Kurogane.
A sick person should get rest!
Stella... Are you alright?
Ikki... What about you?
Yeah. Somewhat.
We got here just in time!
That's good, I'm glad.
Misogi...
They're tricky enemies, aren't they?
Yes. It never ends if we only attack rock dolls.
There must be a blazer somewhere who's controlling them.
You're probably right. I think it's the work of a "steel wire user."
Steel wire user?
It's a blazer who uses magical strings to remote-control inorganic substance.
Some of them are able to control them from several dozens of kilometers away.
Then what do I do?
No matter how far away they are, at the end of the day, they're connected by same magical power.
So if you trace the string back, you'll find that person.
Note: Meaning "Thunder Slash".
Raikiri!
Oh? Did they send you a lightning attack through the string?
Well, that's alright.
There are other ways to interrupt him.
As impressive as always, President. You're our princess.
She was one of the top four at last year's Seven Star Battle Festival,
and also the strongest knight at Hagun Academy!
Toka Todo...
I see. Interesting.
Hagun Academy Administration To: Shizuku Kurogane Subject: Re: Seven Star Battle Festival Selection Match Your opponent for the 13th selection match has been decided. You will be fighting Toka Todo of Class 3-3, the secretary of the student council.
She'll make a worthy opponent.
"Ikiru nowa ma no michi, Megutte koete" Life is a road of evil, I go around and over
"Deaishi wa sadame ka, Mezame no chi wa makoto no yume" What I encounter, Is it fate? The land where I woke is the true dream
"Shinawa yori too hibi" Going back further than the days of myths
"Watashi wa honoo no tori" I'm a firebird
"Ou no kata o hanare" I left the shoulder of the king
"Guren no sora ni tonda" And flew into the crimson sky
"Nante negai tabi nano" What a long journey
"Kioku wa suna to mai" Memories hover around with sand
"Ima wa anata no ude" Now I'm in your arms
"Yatto yasuragi oboetemo" I finally learned peace, but...
"Mada tsubasa o tsurugi ni kae" Still I turned my wings into swords
"Aisuru wa shuradou, Kugutte ochite" Love is a road of the demon, I go through and down
"Matoshi wa hiiro no toge no yoroi" What I wear, It's scarlet armor with thorns
"Kono namami ga shi no hana nara" If this flesh and blood is the flower of death
"Anata no ken de sakasete hoshii" I want your sword to make me bloom
Witch of the deep ocean V.S. Raikiri