This is the girl who wants to be an Otome, right?
Why not? Let her enroll.
How about this?
For added entertainment to Mashiro's coronation ceremony...
...why not have this girl and Nina engage in a dance battle?
And the winner remains with the academy. The loser leaves.
How's that for an idea?
Please allow me to!
Allow me to fight against her!
A dance battle...
Well? Mashiro? Nina likes the idea.
Why should I listen to anything you have to say?!
I take back what I just said!
Giving it some thought...
...I just realized that if Nina lost it would be a problem for me.
Since she's the girl that could be my future Otome.
Sorry about that. Forget what I said.
You're kidding.
Okay!
Why don't they go ahead with this?
Let me see your dance power at the coronation ceremony!
What? No way!
Mitsuketano DREAM
I found a dream
doki doki ga tomaranai
I can't stop this thrilling feeling
MY STAR DREAM
My star dream
Umaretano takaramono
A new treasure is born
mune ippai ni
It's filling my heart
kirameki hajimeru
And it's beginning to shine brightly
doushite konnani fuan ni naruno kana
What is it that's making me so anxious?
Kakae kirenai omoi
Unable to control these feelings
namida koboreru kedo
My tears flow out
kitto itsuka tadori tsukeruyo
I'm sure that I'll get there one day
tsumazuitatte akiramenai
Even if I stumble I won't give up
yuuki dashite mae ni susumou
With courage, let's keep moving forward
chiisana ippo fumidaseba horane
Take one small step and you will see
atarashii watashi
A brand new me
My Otome - First Time
They're coming.
Listen! Secure it properly!
We can't let this fall on the guests!
And there you have an outline of our security. Any questions?
The castle is still in that condition.
We're not going to turn this ceremony into some comedy...
...that Nagi and the kings of the other nations can laugh at!
You better not miss anything!
Right. And about that dance battle.
Due to the tight schedule and budgetary issues with the facilities...
...the Minister of Internal Affairs would like you to reconsider.
You can't expect me to back out now and lose face.
The Princess tends to lose her cool over anything to do with Mr. Nagi...
...and plays right into his hands.
Are you all right? Do you feel any pain or discomfort?
I'm fine! Absolutely no problem!
I see. It appears you're compatible with these nanomachines.
An average girl experiences difficulties...
...and must stay in bed for a few days.
I'm compatible? You mean...
...with these... um... nanomachine things?
That's right. We insert very small devices into your body...
...that materializes Elements and Robe from your body...
...and it strengthens your muscles and improves your ability to heal.
On this planet, Garderobe is the only place that has this technology.
Wow! That's awesome! A mystery of science, right?
Now I'm gonna be able to wear that cool-looking dress.
You don't have a Gem, so you can only wear it once.
What?!
Have you noticed that all the students here wear pierced earrings?
Those are called Gems, and they're what control the nanomachines.
Then please let me wear those, too!
After you officially become a student of the Academy.
Aww. Then I have to wait until I've defeated Nina.
Darn. The situation has gotten a lot more complicated...
...all because that naive Princess played right into the hands of Grand Duke Nagi.
Natsuki. Your forehead is getting wrinkled.
At this point, we're better off just going with the flow.
Yeah. Just the same...
...Nina's not an opponent who can be beaten easily.
We must figure out our next step.
You're right. The students are already making a big fuss about this.
What?! Are you sure about that?!
Yeah. Nina is betting her enrollment here on a dance battle...
...against that girl who ran around naked!
And it's happening at Princess Mashiro's coronation!
If that girl wins, she gets to enroll in the academy.
How come? That's not fair!
This whole thing is crazy!
Think so? I find it interesting.
Well, knowing Nina, she'll win this easily.
You're right. Right?
You worry too much, Ersty!
That's because ever since this dance battle was set, Nina's been acting so quiet.
Nina!
Father.
How are things going?
Everything is fine.
I won't let anything happen that would ruin the honor...
...of you or the Grand Duke in front of the other nations.
Don't worry too much about it.
If you fight at the level you normally do, then there's no way you can lose.
But that girl...
What's wrong?
I'm allowed to win, aren't I?
Isn't that obvious? I can't afford not to have you win.
Okay, then. I'll do my best.
That's why you're my daughter, Nina.
Man. His Highness gets an idea and I get all the work.
No way...
I can see what tomorrow brings
And my wish to become a star
To my loved one I must say
Wait for me
Hey, Antsy, that song you were singing...
You called me "Antsy" again!
It can't be helped. You look just like one.
Shut up! And what are you doing here anyway?!
I'd ask you the same question.
I'm... well...
I was told I have to rest until my body gets used to the nanomachines.
Are you really going to fight Nina in a dance battle?
Of course I am!
You're pushing your luck. Nina's strong.
It's also your first time with a Robe, so you have no chance of winning.
But I've made the decision to become an Otome! That's my dream!
Dream, huh?
But do you really understand what is involved in becoming an Otome?
Besides, if you win, you will be crushing the dreams of Nina.
And she endured strenuous training to get into this academy.
Is your dream really worth that much?
Grandma always told me...
"It's important to have a dream, no matter what it is."
"Once you have a dream, don't give it up."
But I didn't understand what she meant back then.
But when I saw the Otome battle, I suddenly knew! This is it!
I've finally found my dream. That's why I will pursue it no matter what it takes.
I understand. I won't say another word. Chase after your dream.
I don't need you to tell me!
Oh, right. That song you were singing.
That? Grandma used to sing it to me all the time.
She said it's a really old lullaby.
Do you know all the words?
Only the ones I just sang.
I was told my mother also used to sing it to me often.
Then let me teach you one thing.
Huh? Do you know the words?!
No. You're slightly off-key. You'd be wise not to sing it in front of anyone.
You idiot!
It's unlikely...
...but I should prepare for it just in case.
I wish I could see it live.
No sense complaining about it. We'll get the details from the Big Sisters later.
Look, it's our headmistress!
And Big Sister Shizuru's there too!
Hello!
Miss Yohko! Can we watch on your TV, please?!
Please!
Nope. Watch the television in the dormitory.
It's crowded there. Besides, we don't expect to watch it for free. Here.
I found it at the antique store. What do you think, for your cute darling?
It's from way back. Okay, but don't say a word to the other girls.
Yay!
His Highness Emperor Argos XIV of the Cardair Empire...
...along with The Lovely Onyx, Lady Fia Grosse.
Allow me to show you the way.
Excuse me. I'm here to escort the Aries President.
I was informed she's been delayed.
Gorgeous!
Use this opportunity to observe.
The Otomes here are the more famous ones.
Then who is the girl in white?
She's a sophomore and one of the top three in the Pearl Class.
They're called the "Trias," and they've been helping with the ceremonies.
Hey, she's looking this way!
So you've come to watch.
Before the dance battle decides if you're accepted to this academy.
What confidence.
Oh, you're the guy from yesterday.
It's "Your Highness"!
You're talking to His Highness Nagi Dai Artai, Grand Duke of Artai!
Thank you yesterday for giving me this chance, Your Highness.
Arika, is it? No need to thank me.
Our own Nina has absolutely no intention of losing to you.
I won't lose either!
Good. A girl who wants to be an Otome should show such determination.
But this coronation ceremony is a joke.
We still don't know whether Mashiro is the real Princess or not.
Your Highness. Please don't talk about that here.
Is everyone trying to act like they've forgotten?
About what happened fourteen years ago?
You're very beautiful, Miss Mashiro.
Of course I am! We're going!
Mikoto, you stay here.
What a change.
Behave.
Miss Mashiro Blan de Windbloom.
Are you prepared to sacrifice your personal happiness...
...in order to serve the people of this nation?
Yes.
With that promise, I hereby grant you this crown.
Bless the new queen!
Are you ready? I will control your Robe with my Gem.
Please go ahead!
It will be fine. Here we go. Materialize.
Well, what a change.
Hey!
Fight a dance battle worthy of my coronation ceremony, okay?
That's the reason why I gave you this opportunity!
In celebration of my accession to the throne...
...I present you a dance battle between two Otome candidates!
So, who do you think will win?
I want them both to lose.
All things considered, Nina should win...
But you think there might be an upset?
I have that feeling.
It's about to start.
Go get her. Give it your best shot, Nina!
You two! Make this entertaining for me by showing me your best dance! Begin!
Take this! Take this!
- Incredible! - This is a real Otome dance battle!
Nina's awesome. And so is Arika. Shizuru! Shizuru?
Stop right there.
You must be one of those poor people forced to dance by the Black Letter.
Do not associate me with those Schwarz people.
Then, who are you?
A messenger from the Black Valley.
How disgraceful. To use such language in front of a lady.
It's obvious you have no manners, so allow me to teach you some.
Materialize.
The Bewitching Smile Amethyst, huh?
You should be a worthy opponent.
Arika's doing okay.
For a novice.
You might be the Inheritor of the Blue Sky Sapphire...
And If that's really true...
Not that!
This is bad!
I can't afford to lose!
Grandma told me if I give up, it's over.
So...
Does she still plan to fight?
She's amazing.
Well...
My dream is right here. That's why I can't lose.
You're good. How about this?
Miss Mashiro!
Nina! Come protect His Highness!
Run away, everyone!
I have to save everyone. I've got to!
Yuuki ga negai kanaeru noyo
Courage makes your wishes come true
DO YOUR BEST
Do your best
Makenai youni susumi mashou
Keep moving forward, so you don't lose
Hajimattayo watashi dake wo matsu
It has started and it's waiting right now
Monogatari ga ima
A story just for me
Nigedasu yori
Instead of running from it
tachimukaeba iine
I'm going to face it
sorega Otome no yuuki
Because that's the courage of Otome
Ganbatteruyo munega
I am doing great
kyun to samishikunaru
Even when I feel lonely
tokimo egaode
I smile
NO, NO, NO wa nai
No, there is no "no"
kanarazu anatano sekaino nakani
In the world you're living in
Tanoshii mirai ga aru mamotte agetaino
The future will be fun and I'll protect you
daijyoubuyo
Everything's going to be fine
Kireina omoi houseki yorimo hikaru
Pure thoughts are brighter than jewels
Hokori wo motte susumi mashou
Just keep moving forward with pride
Makenai youni susumi mashou
Just keep moving forward so you don't lose
The Blazing Transfer Student!!
Episode four is next. I have a bad feeling about this.
Why is that?
It's because back when Natsuki was a student, her underwear...
Shut up, Shizuru!
Don't worry.
If something happens, I'll cover it with my hands.
That's also a problem!
What about the mess I'm in?
So what do you want me to do instead?