Doctor Fermi...
What's he doing here?
Isn't that...
Fly
and put a light into the sky of our future
Don't buckle under the weight of sadness
and sing forevermore
Unisonia
What does the world you see
look like?
I don't want to get used
to the pain of losing loved ones,
but the stars are so beautiful tonight
We are like two sides
of a rusted coin
lost on the streets
Persevere
Turn your love into what unites us
Let us put color into this world
To that end,
I sing my symphony
Let the future be as we desire it
We can change destiny
Cross time
Unisonia
Hawaii Base
Ensigns Weinberg and Watase, along with Petty Officer Nasu
Father and Child
will be granted half-watch shore leave.
You three are to remain together as much as possible.
That is all.
Yes, ma'am.
Come on, Doctor Fermi hates depressing atmospheres.
You know that, Mayu.
Yes...
Okay, then, here's my shopping list.
What? You, too, Elvira?
What do you mean "too"?
I also got one from Anessa.
I see.
Too long.
Say, that was your old man at the church earlier, right?
Yeah.
Was it okay, not greeting him or anything?
It's no big deal. It's fine.
Fiona told me all about it.
Things aren't so hot between you and your old man.
It's none of your business, is it?
But I mean...
I'm so sorry I made you wait!
I had a hard time deciding what to wear.
We haven't been waiting at all. Hurry up and get in.
Oh, all right.
I almost didn't recognize you in that outfit.
I'm not used to wearing this, so I wasn't sure about it...
It looks good on her, doesn't it?
Sure.
Don't give such a half-assed reply.
Navi, take us to Ala Moana.
Hey, don't ignore me!
A military exercise?
We're going to test how the Coupling system works with a task fleet
in some simulations.
Then, has Joint Command Headquarters approved it for general use?
Rear Admiral Green 1st Navy Special Squadron Commander
In all but name.
The hesitant old men at command
are waffling over making the final decision.
Then, this military exercise is also...?
That's right.
I want you to put on a good show.
The pressure coming from the political and financial goons
is becoming more obvious.
We shall do our best to live up to your hopes.
Aw, man, it would've been nice to go shopping.
So you're also in the group staying behind.
Fromm!
Here we are in Hawaii, too. It's too bad, isn't it?
No way, I'm totally okay with it!
I asked Mayuka to do my shopping for me.
Mind if I sit next to you?
Sure.
Let's eat together.
That should do it for Anessa's cosmetics.
That leaves...
Say, Dio.
What is it?
Want me to try talking to your old man for you?
You?! Are you a complete idiot?
Well, I mean, he won't listen to you, right?
And why would he listen to you?
Don't you feel bad for Fiona?
Think of how much she's worrying about the two of you.
I told you to mind your own business.
But you...
Shut up! Enough!
Please stop this, both of you.
Navi, stop the car.
H-Hey, what are you doing?
Wait, Dio?
I'm going off on my own.
They told us to stick together, remember?
"As much as possible," she said.
Dio!
Hey, come back!
Dio! Hey!
Hey!
The hell is his problem?
Let's go, Mayuka.
What? But...
It's fine. Forget that guy.
The things you ought to be doing
do not include wasting your time here.
Even if someone were to blame you,
I forgive you.
Could that be you, Young Master Dio?
It is you!
Paul...
See, my old man was a firefighter.
He was a passionate guy with a strong sense of justice.
He often told me that it was a man's job to protect his family.
So when he died, I thought,
from now on, I'm going to protect my family on my own.
But you know...
I got into middle school, joined the basketball team and stuff,
and forgot about ever having those thoughts.
By the time I'd realized, it was already...
It's not like I could've done anything,
even though I talk about protecting my family, but...
If you're both alive in the same time,
it's a shame to be on bad terms...
Aoba...
Isn't that...
Fiona!
Aoba!
What did you want to talk about?
Considering how Zogilia acted in our last engagement,
I'm starting to think Hahn might be involved in this.
Hahn?
You mean, your colleague from the lab that Doctor Fermi mentioned?
Yes.
I suspect he's in a position to have a say in tactical matters.
In which case...
It'll only get harder from here...
Yes.
What kind of man is he?
He's incredibly good at what he does.
So good that it's scary to remember.
Elvira?
Oh, she was an excellent engineer.
Second to me, that is.
Wilhelm Hahn, Zogilian Science Academy Test Laboratory 2 Director
The silver bullet is that cockpit she designed.
All we need is one.
Because as far as the Valiancer frame goes,
ours are superior in terms of performance.
Vajra Heavy Attack Cruiser Aeroship
She's a girl of age that even I found to be a handful
and you've tamed her quite nicely.
Lieutenant Commander Ryazan Independent Reconnaissance Brigade Squadron Commander
You really are something else, Commander Gallant.
Her hard work has been of great help to me.
Lieutenant Commander Ryazan, I am most happy to see you looking well.
And you, Commander, your skin tone is looking awfully fine.
You hardly look like the officer who failed to safeguard the Protection Division Commander.
As scathing as ever.
Those new Confederation Valiancers?
Yes, we'll infiltrate the Hawaii Base and seize them.
Is it possible?
Of course. That's why they called us.
I see.
How would you like something to drink?
Milk? Or grape juice?
Stop that. I'm not a child anymore.
Too true.
You've become a lady in the short time we haven't seen you.
W-What kind of stupid thing to say is that?
L-Lieutenant Commander!
I-I was joking!
You're flying naked next time.
Oh, come on!
Ensign.
Y-Yes, sir.
You will be participating in this operation as well.
What?
Commander Alfried suggested it.
It seems you've laid your hands on the interface of one of these new Valiancers.
You will be there to help the operation go smoothly. Understood?
Yes, sir.
I hear you're eager to get that white one,
so the Commander must have seen fit to give you this opportunity.
Lieutenant Commander, please allow me to participate as well.
You, too, Lieutenant Junior Grade Gerafil?
It is my understanding
that their new Valiancers must work in a pair.
Having been on a lot of missions with her,
I believe I would be a good fit to accompany her.
Hm, and I could entrust you to keep Hina safe as well...
I'll be counting on you, Bizon.
Yes, sir!
I'll propose your inclusion to the Commander.
Get one complete outfit for each of them.
Roger.
And also, a teddy bear for Hina.
Wow, so you guys have a vacation home over here.
Yes. I had no idea all of you were here as well.
How is Dio doing?
What?
Oh... Oh, he's doing well.
I see.
With your father?
Yes.
We were in the middle of lunch, but...
I've been telling him to talk to Dio,
but he won't listen...
It made me so unbearably sad...
So you ended up leaving the restaurant without even meaning to.
Yes.
The apple sure doesn't fall far from the tree!
Aoba!
Did something happen with Dio?
What? Oh, no, nothing happened.
All right! Let's go back!
What?
I'll talk to your old man, after all.
I'll give it to him good!
What?!
Uh, um, I don't think that will work.
Why not?
I hardly think my father will listen to someone he has only just met
and besides, I don't even know if he'll see you based on my word...
But I mean...
I appreciate the thought, but I'm sorry.
Then, do you want to come shopping with us to take your mind off things?
What? You wouldn't mind my coming along?
Of course not.
But aren't you in the middle of a date?
What?
No, no, it's nothing like that at all.
Right?
What?
R-Right.
Then I would love to!
Okay, it's settled! Is there anywhere you want to go?
A date...
Let me think...
You came along at the perfect time.
Mistress Fiona was here as well earlier, but...
Fiona was?
Please excuse me.
Don't you feel bad for Fiona?
I heard that you live next to each other?
They moved in when I was around ten years old.
Back then,
I'd never even dreamed that a national hero
would move in next door.
Come to think of it, where were you before you moved there?
Hm? Well, around.
With Hina?
Yep.
Come to think of it, until we moved in next to Bizon, I...
Here we are! I've brought it!
I've been waiting for this!
All right! Pass out the glasses.
A toast to the success of our operation, and ever greater prosperity for our motherland.
Here you are.
I'm still...
You're all grown up, right?
May the goddess of luck favor us in battle.
Slava Zogilia!
Grape juice?!
You were of assistance to us in Chitose.
My thanks.
Please. It was my duty.
Why were you at Doctor Fermi's funeral?
I was well acquainted with the Doctor.
My company was one that had the privilege of supporting his research in no small way.
I didn't know.
Thanks to that, all kinds of information comes my way...
It seems you're paired up with quite the unique Buddy.
Watase Aoba was the name?
Yes.
I hear that when you conduct Couplings with him,
it causes your Emphatier Waveform to diverge
and makes you unable to conduct Couplings with other Couplers.
If I go through training again,
there is the possibility that it will restore my original waveform.
Is that confirmed?
No.
What did you say when you joined the military?
That I wanted to protect our family... to protect everyone.
Is becoming a Coupler who cannot choose his Buddy
your idea of being a soldier?
This man was a civilian until just recently.
He'll likely be shot down in no time.
Once that happens, all that will be left is one good-for-nothing.
One soldier, who couldn't even protect his family.
It's still not too late.
Quit the military.
Going to the front line isn't the only way to protect your country.
He...
He's not someone who will be shot down so easily.
How can you possibly know that?!
This is war!
You know well how unforgiving it is!
It's true that he's lacking in resolve as a soldier
and he's the sort of person who easily makes contact with the enemy...
He's stupid, insensitive,
and an annoying busybody
who doesn't think twice about getting personal with you, but...
But he...
Knowing him...
What are you saying that man is capable of?!
Your words are nothing more than an admission of your own inadequacy!
That's enough. I understand.
Go back.
I'm glad that we were able to talk today.
Your show of concern for me made me happy.
Please excuse me now.
You've changed.
Come home once in a while.
It'll make Fiona happy.
Yes, sir.
Man, that sure was fun!
Yes, it was!
Feel better?
Yes.
Then, shall we head back soon?
What?
Your father must be worried, right?
I think it'd be better if you went back now.
Don't worry! I won't let your old man get a word in edgewise!
Aoba!
You're right. I'll go back.
Is it this place?
Yes.
Isn't this right around where Dio got out?
What? He was with you?
H-He was. I'm sorry we didn't tell you.
Oh, it's Dio.
So he went to eat.
Don't tell me!
Fiona?
What are you doing with these two?
I ran into them and they invited me to go shopping.
Were you eating here, Dio?
Yeah.
By any chance...
With Dad.
What?
You did!
What's with him? It looks like he was able to talk it out.
Look what he can do when he puts his mind to it.
I'm sure your words pushed him in the right direction.
After he was so against it, too. He sure is fickle.
Aoba.
Do you want to go back?
To your own time?
What?
Will this time not do?
I'm sorry. I don't know.
I see.
Petty Officer Nasu.
Thank you for all you did for Fiona.
Oh, no, please.
Fiona, you'll catch his stupidity if you hang out with him,
so stay away from now on.
The hell was that, you bastard?
I understand, Dio.
Oh, hey! You, too, Fiona?!
Man, that's so mean.
I bet you told her some messed up story, didn't you?!
Maybe, maybe not.
We will now begin the military exercise.
Activating Coupling Mode. Duration is 300 seconds.
Hostiles entering effective range.
Commencing to intercept Group One.
Target Alpha One, firing NECTTAR Guns.
Luxon and Bradyon countering enemy fire.
Group One, Group Two, destruction of all units confirmed.
Target Alpha One, taking more and more damage.
Luxon and Bradyon both increasing power output.
Twenty Valiancers and two assault aeroships...
Vice Admiral Richardson Pacific Fleet Acting Commander
Targets Alpha One and Two have both taken serious damage.
Group Five moving to intercept.
So this is the Coupling System...
Mission objective has been achieved.
Units on this side will immediately—
Maintenance Building 7, Hawaii Base
Aoba! Dio! Thanks for your hard work!
Elvira says the military exercise went beautifully!
You're rushing the start of Code T2Rise by about 0.2!
You're the one who's slow, right?! Maybe you're not fired up enough!
Thanks to you pushing too far ahead,
we missed at least three that we could've shot down!
That's not true! Don't exaggerate things!
I wasn't exaggerating!
Honestly...
It's your idiocy that
Commencing operation.
Our hearts call to each other from afar
I've forgotten the end of pain,
but still I know you,
and I look for you
My soul kissed the remnants of a powerful light
deep within itself
If doubt paves the way for a tomorrow full of hope,
then all my hesitation is sure to lead me to a wonderful dawn
I want to protect and shelter
our dream of peace
Please hold out your hand
to grasp the love
that we are sure to find
Next Time: The Truth
Next time on Buddy Complex"
"The Truth"