My birthday?
Right. It occurred to me that I hadn't asked you.
I hope it hasn't passed yet.
So when is it, Nina?
I see. Sorry.
Then let's make it September seventh.
I'm off that day, so we'll have a birthday party then!
Think about what you'd like for your present.
Are you all right, Sergay?
Father...
Sergay...
I'm sure one thing is clear.
You'd better not betray me.
Right.
Anyway, I want you to focus on that job. Find the real princess.
Yes.
Because who ever controls her, controls the world.
Another tax hike?
Yes. The Queen's forcing it through so it will likely bypass the committee.
The coronation, the castle repairs and other costs...
...have really eaten up the national treasury.
Also the kingdom will be participating in an event...
...to celebrate the Queen's birthday.
This hike is probably to cover those costs.
Unemployment is on the rise, yet they're so carefree.
Let's see... The Queen's birthday is...
I'd better make sure not to forget.
The real princess, huh?
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
That really was quite a surprise.
Yeah, Arika improved enough to be ranked in the twenties?
I couldn't have done it without the help of lrina and Ersty.
Don't talk with your mouth full.
Thank you so much!
Man, it's a wonder how you rose to 29th place.
well, you have to consider that she faced the survival test alone.
And she broke the record for fastest time.
Cheer up, Erstin.
You came in a respectable 30th place...
...even though you were unable to retake the test.
Let's try our best next time! I'll do whatever I can to help you!
And we'll all reach our dreams together!
Thank you, Arika.
And Nina and Tomoe held on to their first and second place positions.
I only did what I usually do.
I want to say that too just once.
Stand at the top and say...
"l only did what I usually do."
It doesn't suit you.
No?
The place that hides science and technology...
...and causes disorder in the world.
Painful words to the ears.
That power...
They've analyzed body implant type nanomachines...
...and learned how to control them.
They don't appear to have the technology to materialize a Robe yet.
But it's only a matter of time.
why don't they understand?
Blindly trying to gain such power will only lead to destruction.
what's in that data also worries me.
who are the Aswald working for?
Cardair?
Florince?
Ever since that organ was played, everyone has been acting suspiciously.
Peace is such a fragile thing.
Even though it was obtained by the sacrifice of many Otomes.
Natsuki, I'll always be by your side.
No matter what happens.
Oh, Nina.
Um... tomorrow is your birthday, right?
would you mind if I gave you a present?
what? Tomorrow is Nina's birthday?
That means Nina and Queen Mashiro have the same birthday.
what?! Mashiro's birthday is tomorrow, too?
Then it's party time, so let's party!
N-No, there's no need for that.
Come on. You could just smile and say, "I'm thrilled."
Nina, you're not being honest with your feelings.
Arika!
You girls.
Just because you've completed your exams, that's no excuse to slack off.
Nina wang, Arika Yumemiya, come with me.
I have something to discuss with you.
we've been given work to do.
work?
Something about some prince coming to visit the academy tomorrow.
From Zipang.
The country on the far eastern coast of the continent.
So we're to serve as attendants of Mashiro, who will be welcoming the prince.
why, that's great.
By the way, what's that?
It's from my patron, whatever it is.
How about yours, Nina?
This? well...
Looks expensive.
But what is it? It's not a necklace, is it?
My dearest Nina.
Congratulations on your 15th birthday.
Sergay.
This looks wonderful too.
You think this stuff will look good on me?
I'm sure they will.
This is truly amazing.
It's a set with everything a girl needs.
why would he send me stuff like this?
"You seem to have worked hard on your exam."
"This present is to congratulate you on your efforts and your birthday."
"l hope you become a great Otome. Happy 15th Birthday."
what's the date tomorrow?
It's September seventh.
That's right.
Tomorrow is my birthday!
He is so amazing.
Even I had forgotten about it.
So that means Arika and Nina's birthdays are on the same day?
And Miss Mashiro, too.
what a coincidence!
It really is, right, Nina?
Nina.
Then let's make it September seventh.
That person...
Yes.
She was my dream once.
The Blue Sky Sapphire?
Is that the reason, Father?
why?! Today is my birthday, you know!
So why do I have to welcome a prince from some far-off land?!
well, for one thing, I hear he is a handsome prince.
And, there are some other reasons too, right, Minister?
That's right. In order to welcome the prince...
...we really must have you present, Miss Mashiro.
Are you two hiding something from me?
we wouldn't do such a thing, right?
Right.
we're not hiding a thing.
Thank goodness she didn't find out.
Yes, if she knew this is a plan to arrange a marriage...
You mustn't mention that here!
Hey Nina, wait up!
what are you so angry about?
I'm not angry.
Hey.
This station.
It reminds me of the first time we met.
You had that same mad look on your face then too.
I did not.
Yes you did.
I didn't!
Huh? what's the matter with that child?
Is he lost?
Hey kid!
what's wrong?
Are you alone? where are your Mom and Dad?
wait just a moment.
Of course.
Come on, let's go.
what's is it? You can't seem to stop smiling.
I feel kind of happy, now that I see how nice you are.
Shut up.
I only did what I usually do.
Yeah, nothing special!
It's taking a long time for the next monorail...
what's wrong?
My watch.
wait! Kid!
Stop!
Is that...?
Nina!
Nina, I'll help you!
No! You need to go and welcome the guest!
I'm good at playing tag.
This place...
I'm taking a shortcut!
Okay. Stop right there!
Give that back to me.
That's very important to me. Please!
If you're hungry, I can give you money or anything you like.
Nina!
Hey!
Stop! Please!
what?!
You can't, Nina!
Otomes can't take their clothes off in public.
Let go!
That watch! It's my father's watch!
Even with your abilities, Nina, you'd never catch up to it swimming!
But that's...
Is it over already?
Can't you strip any more?
Shut up, you jerks! Stop looking!
Mikoto! Come!
Stop the car!
Miss Mashiro!
That watch?
where is it? I'll give you anything in exchange! So...
The thing is, right after I found it...
...a crow came out of nowhere and snatched it away.
And where can we find that crow?
well, how should I know?
I'm sure that crow comes from this forest.
I'll ask around to see if anyone's seen it!
Don't... bother.
what did you say?
I said don't bother!
But it's very important to you, right?
And it also has that chain you got as a present from Sergay.
Enough! I don't care about my birthday!
Then let's make it September seventh.
The Blue Sky Sapphire?
That person...
Yes.
She was my dream once.
My birthday is on this day only because of you.
It's that woman's daughter's birthday.
That's why.
Nina?
It's all a lie anyway!
Are you sure this is all you want?
It's a cheap thing I bought with my first paycheck.
I can get you something better.
I want the one you have, Father.
Happy Birthday, Nina.
why?
why are you here?
Tell me why you had to show up now in front of Father and me...
...wearing that damn gemstone!
So why?
If you hadn't shown up Father would only be watching over me!
Even though he sees me only as his daughter, I still want...
who in their right mind wants an arranged marriage?
Now, I haven't gone incognito for such a long time.
This will give me a chance to see how my citizens are celebrating my birthday.
Let's go, Mikoto!
Mikoto!
Um... are you all right?
Um, Nina, are you saying you have feelings for Sergay?
I mean, Major wang.
Do you like him?
How about you?
Huh?
what happened during the survival test when you two were alone?!
Nothing happened, nothing!
Yes, he saved me! But that's it! Nothing more!
Then all the more reason why we have to find that watch!
Grandma told me when you get something from a person important to you...
...then that thing is important too!
Arika.
what are you two doing out here?
From what I heard, aren't you girls supposed to pick up the prince of Zipang?
Father.
Sergay.
Listen up. Act normal.
If you say anything to Father about what I said earlier, you're dead meat.
Ah, we're on our way right now.
we had some time, so we took a detour.
All the way out here?
whatever.
I'm glad I found you.
How?! we've been looking all over for that!
I figured you'd probably be looking for this.
Come on, though.
Ditching academy work for this?
I'm sorry father, but...
It's okay.
I'm glad to see that you seem to like this chain for your watch.
So once again, happy birthday.
You've really grown.
It's now exactly six years since we first met.
Exactly?
You didn't know that, Nina?
well, come to think of it, I guess that's natural.
After all, you were in the hospital for a while after we met.
Your Birthday, September seventh, is the day we first met.
Father.
what's gotten into you?
Nina.
I'm happy for you, Nina.
what should we do?
I don't know why you're asking me.
You tell me what we should do.
The prince has arrived!
Thank you, everyone, for your work in welcoming me!
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
Masquerade?
wow. So big and white and soft.
Stop staring.
I'm embarrassed.
Hey, do you mind if I lick it?
what are you two doing?!
I'm making a cake.
It's a present for me.