Gisuikyou Mare appeared, aiming to obtain the Reiji Maigo.
Yoshida was trapped by him,
but her feelings for Yuuji broke the spell they were under.
It was revealed that the Reiji Maigo hid a Kaikin.
Around the same time, a girl transferred into Yuuji's class,
a girl who was the spitting image of the Highest Throne, Hecate.
I'll introduce our transfer student.
This is Konoe Fumida-kun.
Please help her out while she gets used to life here.
The Highest Throne, Hecate!
Fuuzetsu!
Sakai-kun, Shana-chan!
Yoshida-san!
How...?
I've been holding onto this, which Khamsin-san gave me.
But, why did you suddenly...
That's because...
What is happening?
She's frozen...
For her to be unable to move while in a Fuuzetsu...
She's just Konoe-san, isn't she?
Is there something wrong?
She looks just like one of the Bal Masque,
the group which attacked Misaki City.
The Highest Throne, Hecate.
She was the one who used Yuuji to create a fountain of existence.
Used Sakai-kun...
Then, she's aiming for Sakai-kun again...
No, if she were Hecate,
it wouldn't be possible for her to be frozen by a Fuuzetsu.
Mmm. However...
She looks so much like her.
Alastor.
What's the possibility that a Tomogara could mimic a human to this extent?
I cannot say for certain that it is impossible,
but I know of no one with such a capability.
I see.
Shana, I'm not putting this well,
but I don't feel the same atmosphere I did when I was with Hecate at all.
Even though their faces look the same.
I feel the same way.
But...
To come to this town's school, and
furthermore the very school you're studying in,
and resembling her to such an
extent...such a coincidence is impossible.
That's...certainly true.
Trying to maintain a Fuuzetsu indefinitely is pointless.
What is important now is to stay very vigilant.
Hirai...is something the matter?
Nothing at all.
I see...
Ehh...Konoe Fumina-kun has lived overseas since she was very young,
and only recently moved back to Japan.
She'll probably have some trouble getting used to life in Japan.
Everyone's going to help her out, right?
Yes!
Konoe, that seat at the very back isn't occupied,
so sit there.
Konoe, not there.
Right at the back.
I'll sit here.
But I'm already...
Here will be fine.
H-Huh?
Sensei!
Hmm...well, she's new anyway...can't help it I guess.
Sugano, switch with her.
She intentionally chose a place next to Yuuji.
Alright, we're starting the lesson.
So yesterday, we...hmm?
Do you not have your textbooks yet?
No, they're in my bag.
Then, take them out.
Do I take them out myself?
Hey, hey...if you don't take them out yourself, who else is going to?
Is that so...
Hold on, Konoe-san.
Well, fine. Help her, Sakai.
Okay.
I'm sorry about this.
It's nothing.
What is this?
Ah, it's something my guardian allowed me to bring for my desk.
Weird girl, huh? Interesting!
Hey Satou...school's already started.
Just a bit longer...
Accompanying your boss every night, huh, you young men?
Well, that's true, but...
Feels like there's a real small-minded presence outside town.
Is it a Tomogara?
Well, yeah.
But there are three Flame Hazes in this town.
If he's sharp, that guy will probably turn tail and run.
If he comes near, I'll thrash...
Now then...
This prey seems entertaining.
I wonder if Flame Hazes are around?
Listen up everyone, Physical Education is next,
so guys should change at the field,
and girls at the gym.
Okay.
Yuuji, don't let your guard down.
We haven't confirmed that she's not Hecate.
Konoe-san!
Did you bring your gym attire?
Yes.
You're not going to ask if you have to change clothes yourself, are you?
No, I'll be fine just with someone helping me change.
Helping you change? Are you some sort of princess?
You're really interesting, Konoe-san.
Alright, I'll help you, let's head to the changing room.
Kazumi!
Oh-- okay.
They really look the same.
If only there were a reliable way to test her...
But there's no sense of a Tomogara's presence...
I'll think about it.
Speaking of presences, why are you ignoring it?
Ignoring what?
The Tomogara in the outskirts.
You've noticed it of course.
Oh?
We'll leave it alone for the moment.
Since there's the matter of Hecate already.
But good job noticing it.
I got praised.
But...why leave it alone?
Will things be okay?
Okay, raise your arms.
Here we go.
That's it, that's it...
Okay, good job!
I can't imagine this girl is a Tomogara at all...
Still, if she is...
If that girl's a Tomogara,
she'll definitely be targeting Sakai-kun.
Go for it!
It feels like everything's back to normal,
but Sakai-kun's situation...
isn't so simple.
Even though I already understand it...
Kazumi, watch out!
Eh?
Are you okay?!
Sorry.
Are you hurt?
Uh-- No.
Thanks.
Hey,
Konoe-san.
Yes?
When you decided on your seat this morning,
you wanted a place next to Sakai-kun, right?
I was wondering, why?
Sakai-kun?
You don't remember? The one sitting next to you?
Sakai-kun...
I see...If you can't remember, it's fine.
Sorry...it's just that...
I was just wondering if you had met Sakai-kun before.
Maybe you hadn't come to this school by coincidence,
but because Sakai-kun was here...
Konoe-san? Konoe-san?
I'm probably worrying too much about it...
Konoe-san, it's time for lunch.
Yes, I've been waiting for it for a while...
For what?
For lunch to be served.
Could it be that you're waiting for it to be brought to you?
Excuse me, Konoe-san, that doesn't happen in school!
Since lunch isn't coming, let's go get some.
I need to buy lunch too.
What is it?
Together...?
Um, well, I already have bento...
I see.
Looks like someone likes Sakai-kun, huh?
Let's go, Konoe-san!
Unbelievable, isn't it.
What sort of life does she live?
Sakai-kun, I really think Konoe-san isn't her.
Me too.
It might be an act.
What's this about?
O-Oh, nothing...
Y-You guys!
Coming at this time again...
Relax...
More importantly, was that a transfer student we just passed in the corridor?
{timer note:An Un that could be ignored :D}
Oh, that's right!
Margery-san! Margery-san!
Please pick up!
Oi, you've got a call.
So bothersome...
Huh, what is it?
We didn't need to rely on the Composer of Elegies...
But isn't Margery-san a specialist at Unrestricted Methods?
Well, even if she weren't, I guess she'd still be important.
This seems like a perfect place to use Unrestricted Methods.
How disgusting...
What a stink...
The recommended items here are...
Croquette bread, curry bread, and...
Huh?
So you're even at places like this.
Do you live here?
So the little kid's suspicions weren't unfounded, eh?
This is really surprising!
She and Hecate are like peas in a pod.
But it's just the face.
She doesn't radiate that sort of presence.
Well, just to make sure, let me check.
When taking a bride, no one can tell
Are the knee and elbow of the wife,
really joined by glue?
Where are...?
Konoe-san!
So you were here.
The bread was going to be sold out, so I went ahead and bought some for you.
Thank you very much.
No reaction from her, eh?
Not to mention she didn't notice me using an Unrestricted Method...
All that's left is the little kid's confirmation then.
Unrestricted Method,
found.
Since even Margery-san doesn't judge it to be a trick,
Konoe-san shouldn't be Hecate, right?
The enemy being who she is, you cannot let your guard down.
Without positive proof, I can't have peace of mind.
Well whatever, but...
Why are you radiating power that like as you walk?
As though you think the Tomogara was drawing near...
Wouldn't it be dangerous if you just kept doing that?
Yuuji.
Go on home first.
But...
Hurry up!
Shana!
I see.
So you are excluding Sakai Yuuji.
Obviously, since he's getting in the way.
Mm. You were somewhat brusque, that is all.
So that's where they live!
Really nice place, isn't it?
It looks like she's realized it.
Be on guard.
Are you the Highest Throne, Hecate, or not?
Speak.
Hecate?
Fuuzetsu!
I've found you, Flame Haze.
You look like you can use that sword,
but can you beat me,
the Stone of Running Plunder, Kasha-sama!
Not a name I know.
I do not know it either. A complete beginner, perhaps?
I'm just starting my debut!
Carelessly challenging my rings, Kordei, only results in this.
How did...
With that level of ability, your debut is going to be quite a failure.
In every age, small fry will continue to exist.
You underestimated me and look what it led to.
I forgot to ask your name...
Looks like I won't be able to brag about you.
In that case I'll tell you.
I am the Flaming-haired, Blazing-eyed Slayer.
My name is...Shana!
Flaming hair and blazing eyes...
Could it be...the Flame of Heaven...
It seems you've found out, although you are near your end.
H-Heal...I have to heal my wounds...
Need...power of existence...
Shana!
Shana.
Hecate would not stay silent and allow herself to be eaten.
This is the clincher.
For that purpose, don't tell me--
Power of...Need power of existence...
Shana, that's enough!
Konoe-san's a human!
Shana!
Crap!
It's blood.
Human, huh?
Mmm.
In order to test Konoe-san, you made use of that Tomogara.
Since he wasn't leaving the town, but wasn't challenging us either,
he probably couldn't pinpoint where I or the Composer of Elegies was.
Therefore, when the Composer of Elegies
used an Unrestricted Method on Konoe Fumina,
and when I radiated power of existence earlier, he was drawn out.
But, does that mean you weren't thinking about
the possibility that Konoe-san might get eaten?
I saved her just fine, didn't I?
Still...
If I hadn't done this, we wouldn't be
able to train with peace of mind, would we?
Since Wilhelmina is waiting for you today,
{kako/kakugo mo shiteoku koto ne}you've got to be ready, okay?
Got it.
Was that good enough, Mistress?
{cue: ahh}Yes, that was fine. Everything is going smoothly.
Yes, smoothly indeed, Fecor.
Is that so?
So Konoe-san wasn't a Tomogara after all?
It looks like it was just an coincidental resemblance.
That's great...we can put our fears to rest.
Konoe-san, morning!
Good morning.
It's finally time for lessons.
Konoe-san, you've got to...see, take them out more slowly.
This...is a feather, isn't it...
A feather?
Eh? It's not coming out...
Just keep your head there a bit longer.
{mumbles}
Although the suspicions surrounding Konoe Fumina have been cleared,
The sight of Fumina getting close to Yuuji
stirs particular feelings.
The same happens for Yoshida Kazumi.
Feelings they have not experienced before:
the two girls begin to waver.
Next time on Shana of the Blazing Eyes Second:
Unhappy Girls.