mukae ni kite yo to potsuri tsubuyaitara
迎えにきてよとぼつり呟いたら
“Come pick me up!” I whispered alone,
tameiki ni oyogu Tears
溜息に泳ぐ Tears
I swim in tears as I sigh…
tobira o jibun de aketemiru koto ha
扉を自分で開けてみることは
Trying to open the door by myself isn’t
hazakashiku naiwa
恥ずかしくないわ
embarassing at all!
hitotsubuzutsu migareta houseki yori hokorashiku
一粒ずつ磨かれた宝石より誇らしく
I was polished bit by bit, I’m more beautiful than Jewels,
kagayaite odoritai koyoi no Waltz
輝いて踊りたい今宵の Waltz
I want to shine and dance during tonight’s Waltz.
Shiniest partner for you
My best partner it's you
onaji kimochi
同じ気持ち
Do we feel the same?
tashikametai furueru koe
確かめたい震える声
I want to make sure…but my voice trembles…
me o tajita mama kono te sashidasu
目を閉じたままこの手差し出す
I close my eyes and take out my hand,
jikan ga tomaru yo
時間が止まるよ
time has stopped, come…
saa dou na no
さあどうなの
what will you do?
anata shidai
あなた次第
…It’s up to you!
datte watashi wa zenbu tsutaeta deshou
だって私は全部伝えたでしょう
Because I have already conveyed everything haven’t I?
Episode 3
Sword and Ball
That Arima is going to duel?!
Yes, with Van Hossen-sama.
Let's go over there and see it for ourselves.
So, where are they dueling?
At the fencing hall.
Is Arima going to duel?
It's Fujikura.
I need something urgently.
Kendo?
What is this?
He's no match for her.
Like a pig wielding a sword.
This doesn't count.
Fighting in my area of expertise isn't an advantage I'm happy with.
Forget the rules of fencing.
We should fight in our own discipline.
Well said.
Teppei-sama.
Well said, huh?
Yep.
Wow!
Is the edge sharp?
No, it's used for practice.
Van Hossen-sama, you're not wearing your helmet?
I don't need it.
He isn't wearing one either.
You seem to be having fun.
You think?
The first one to land a strike wins.
Very well.
But I won't attack the throat.
You might get injured that way.
Can you stop before landing the hit?
You better not underestimate me.
Sorry.
Umm...
When the coin I toss hits the floor, the match begins, okay?
Okay.
We got a lot of people here.
Let's get this over with.
All right, let's do it.
What's with Arima's stance?
It's called quick draw.
A technique where you quickly draw your sword from your sheath and put it back in after the slash.
That final move of his last night...
It was a single slash finishing move.
This match will be over in an instant.
How interesting.
Here we go!
Ready, set...
Seems like it's a draw.
No.
What?
It's my loss.
You were faster.
If we were using real swords, I'd be on the ground now.
We still don't know much about each other yet,
but let's slowly get to know each other this way.
Because we can't defy the will of our parents?
No.
I'm the one who makes the decision.
But it would be boring if I just rejected you straight out.
Sylvi, Teppei, you both are amazing!
I love both of you!
Hey, hey...
We're going.
Seika-sama.
He should've just lost and gotten himself poked full of holes!
Hey, let me see that.
It's dangerous.
But it's not sharp, right?
It's still dangerous!
How indecent!
Why are you angry, Sylvi?
Because you're riding me, that's why!
But it's fun, just like riding a horse!
Why would she be mad about it?
So, what is the Social Club like?
After that match, Sylvi also recommended that I join the Social Club.
It'll definitely be beneficial for you.
The Social Club is where the most accomplished students of this school come together.
Sounds like another formal club to me.
And what about you?
Aren't you joining?
I'm not qualified for that.
The other members will look down on me. And if I make a mistake,
it'll be treated as your mistake as well...
That's ridiculous!
Charlotte and Sylvi said that they would recommend me.
What kind of club needs recommendations to join, anyway?
This the Social Club room?
Not just a room in here, but whole building?
Isn't it pretty?
It's been recently renovated.
The appearance isn't the issue here...
How can you call a whole building a club room?
Let's go.
Okay.
Well now, if it isn't Charlotte-san and Sylvia-san.
Good day.
It has been a while.
Who might he be?
He wants to join the Social Club.
Sylvi and I are endorsing him.
I'm Arima Teppei.
Ah, no wonder this voice sounded familiar.
If it isn't Arima-san!
And you are...
Nezu Haruhiko!
You're in here too?
Even here in the Shuuhou Academy, only the chosen elite can join the Social Club.
Of course, it's just natural for me to be here.
You're...
the girl at the cafeteria yesterday!
What the hell are you doing here?
This place is off limits for non-members.
You can't just wander in here.
Is this the proper way to greet someone?
Or do you dislike seeing him that much?
No one said that!
You're going too far?.
Besides, what brings you and Arima-san here? You seldom visit this club.
What are you trying to say?
Isn't it painfully obvious?
You're just wagging your tail when you hear the Arima name.
Just like your cheap friends.
What shame is there with being friends with someone my father knows?
This is strange.
Why has the atmosphere suddenly become so tense?
Arima.
You're pretty arrogant to subjugate two special members of this club.
Did you think you could just take advantage of that and get yourself into the club?
When did I ever submit to Arima-dono?
Don't make baseless assumptions.
You're only making yourself look pathetic.
As the club representative, I've the duty to uphold its rules and traditions.
I can't let anyone just walk in here.
Well said, Seika-sama.
The requirements to join the Social Club are high.
Only after rigorous assessments will you be allowed to join.
Now that you understand that, come back after you've changed yourself, Arima.
Starting with knowing your place.
My place, eh...
Speaking of social position...
You were the son of a noodle shop owner not long ago.
That has nothing to do with this!
See? That's what I'm talking about.
Do you think people will do as you say when you start shouting?
Come back after you change your lifestyle and become a worthy role model.
So what if my father used to work there?
So what?
What's wrong with that?
Fine, then!
All I need to do is learn the proper etiquette right?
Of course.
Oh yeah, what perfect timing.
The Social Club will be holding a party in one week.
We'll invite you.
I'll recognize your request to join this club if you can show us adequate manners.
Okay.
You better not forget those words.
I'll make you eat them.
Don't be shocked if you wet your pants when you see the new me!
Wet my...
I'm telling you to fix that attitude of yours!
Fine. I won't forget that.
I'm being forgotten...
How are you doing today?
Teppei-dono.
You mustn't slurp when you drink your tea.
How are you doing today?
Talk more naturally.
Straighten up when you walk.
Right!
You yawned, didn't you?
As a Social Club applicant, you cannot behave so boorishly!
Fine! I won't yawn.
Yes, great.
One, two, three!
Your footwork has gotten better.
Really?
No, you have to move your leg like this when you step forward.
Like this?
Why are you leaning forward?
Don't improvise.
That wasn't improvised...
Dancing should be elegant and fun.
Let's see...
Once you're better at it...
What?
I'll kiss you as a reward.
K-Kiss?
I've given your reward in advance.
What's wrong?
No, well...
Teppei
I can't really explain.
Does your stomach ache?
No, it's not like that.
What?
Well...
Sorry for the wait.
Thank you.
Not at all.
You can't sleep?
Yeah... there are so many things I have to do.
I think I should get some sleep, though.
If you drink coffee, it will be even harder to sleep.
Well, since I can't sleep anyway, I decided to think about various things.
You won't be able to sleep if you drink tea.
I don't have time to sleep.
There are so many things I have to think about.
Things you have to think about?
Like screwing girls?
No!
What's wrong?
You reminded me of my mother.
I'd always ask her to bring me something to drink in the middle of the night.
It wasn't any luxurious coffee but just tea.
I wonder why I came here.
At first, I had a different goal.
But before I realized it, I was all caught up in joining the Social Club.
Master has already told you.
You should find some allies first.
Well, I don't know if I'll be successful at that.
I am your ally, Teppei-sama.
Charlotte-sama and Sylvia-sama are your allies as well.
I was brought up in an orphanage that was built by Master.
When I was old enough to realize that, my parents weren't with me anymore.
That was when Master came for me and made me into a maid.
He told me...
"You don't have to think about accomplishing things instantly."
"Start with the things you can do, and then slowly go from there."
Believing in his words, I worked hard.
I want to do my best to help the Arima Family.
I'm really grateful to Master.
Now, I've become his successor's personal maid.
Is becoming my personal maid something to be happy about?
Master has high expectations of you.
He's waiting for you to mature.
It makes me really happy to be at your side for that.
Being needed by someone is what gives my life meaning.
Regardless how big or small it is...
Forgive me; I've said too much.
No, thank you.
You're right.
There's no other way but to start with things I can do right now.
Yes.
Shall we practice walking, then?
O-Okay...
Good day, onee-sama.
Yes, like that.
One, two, three!
Why did you lean forward again?
Oh, is that the Bon Festival Dance?
The signature of Japan!
No!
What is with him? Acting like he's so diligent...
The upcoming Social Club party will determine whether the heir of the Arima Family can join the club.
I see.
Houjouin-san hates the Arima Family after all.
This is making me look like a villain.
Hey, what is that in your pocket?
Chewing gum.
It's pretty big for chewing gum.
It's a big gum.
Charlotte, Teppei-dono.
Hey!
Don't come...
Let's practice drinking tea.
Wait! Give me a moment!
H-How are you doing today?
How was that?
Can't you do it elegantly?
It just looks too strange.
Why don't you sweat a little for a change of pace?
Good idea.
More training again?
There's no one else at my level at this school.
Same here.
Being an escapist again?
No, this is just for a change of pace.
Sylvi's fencing skills are magnificent.
And she's really agile.
No, your quick draw is pretty interesting as well.
Oriental sword play is amazing.
A fine combination of power and elegance.
That's it!
Teppei-sama, didn't you also study etiquette in martial arts?
I think you should incorporate elegance to what you know instead of learning something new.
I see.
She has a point.
That's right!
Thank you, Yuu-san.
It's decided, then! Let's do it from the beginning.
Hey, hey.
All right, let's do it!
The day has finally come.
You just need to show the results of your special training.
Yeah.
I'll at least recognize your courage for coming here without humiliating yourself.
Let's see if you have attained the dignity you need to be a student here.
If you cannot demonstrate that, I suggest you get lost.
Do you accept the terms of Seika-sama's judgment?
Of course.
As the Social Club representative, I trust her judgment will be an objective one.
Very well.
Come in.
It's about to start.
Good morning, Arima-san.
I would like to thank you for attending the 151th Shuuhou Academy Ball.
I'm the Social Club's representative, Houjouin Seika.
Please inform the staff of any food or beverage you would like to have.
We will now begin with the performance of the school orchestra.
Please enjoy yourselves.
Amazing. You've gotten really good at it.
Really?
Yes.
And your hand is so warm.
That's the hand that saved me, isn't it?
Is that the heir of the Arima family?
He's marvelous!
But I heard he already has a fiancée.
Really?
Why... why am I...
Seika-sama?
Do you feel unwell?
No... it can't be.
I, Houjouin Seika...
losing to someone like Arima...
I would like to thank all of you for coming to the party organized by the Shuuhou Academy.
It's finally over.
I, Houjouin Seika, on behalf of the Social Club
Yes.
Now we just have to wait for Houjouin's verdict.
would like to sincerely thank you for your cooperation.
I've done my best.
Arima, I've seen the results of your special training.
I'll praise you for improving yourself that much in such a short time.
Yay, Teppei!
Hey!
However!
However, you still have a long way to go.
What? But everyone was full of praise for him!
Charlotte-san, I believe I make the decisions here.
Well, yes... but...
Arima Teppei,
as a student of Shuuhou Academy, you must not only attend the parties,
but be able to organize them as well.
You will hold a party in two week's time.
Depending on its quality, I will officially recognize you as a member.
A party?
I have to hold a party?!
asahi no naka mo yume mita yoru mo waraiaeta
朝日の中も夢見た夜も笑い合えた
We laughed together in the morning sun and night,
anata to tomo ni sugoshita tokiga
あなたと共に過ごした時間が
the time I’ve spent with you
itoshiine
愛しいね
is dear to me!
aa kore kara mo
あぁこれからも
Ah, from now on,
nante koto nai you de taisetsu nahibi
なんて事ないようで大切な日々
let’s earnestly combine our ordinary
tsunageteyukou massugu ni
繋げて行こうまっすぐに
but precious days!
sun shiny day!
Sun shiny day!
sekaijuu wa ai ni afureteiruno
世界中は愛に溢れているの
The whole world is overflowing in love!
iya na koto datte wasurechau kurai
嫌なことだって忘れちゃうくらい
Enough for us to forget things we hate!
sun shiny day!
Sun shiny day!
zutto kagayaita ashita notame
ずっと輝いた明日の為
In order to always have a bright future,
mawarimichi demo ii
回り道でもいい
we’ll walk a step at a time
suzushizutsu sotto arukou
少しずつそっと歩こう
even if we get sidetracked!
Question!
What's wrong?
When will Maria-chan reappear?
Seems like next week.
Next time on Princess Lover!
Rose and Shoe.
Next Episode
Rose and Shoe
Then what will happen next week?
It's about me.
Do look forward to it!