That's enough!
Winner, Arika Yumemiya.
All right!
Congratulations, Arika, Nina.
You two will be the representatives.
This year the ceremonial graduation dance battle will be held...
...during the inauguration of the new Fuka Palace.
There will be many guests.
You must both take heart so as not to shame the name of Garderobe.
Yes, ma'am!
Arika, congratulations!
I did it, Ersty!
Tomoe Marguerite.
As runner up, you will be the alternate for those two.
Although you lost, I trust you will be sure to keep up your training.
Yes, of course, Miss Maria.
I did it, Sir.
I see.
Antsy made it.
Anyway, good job, Nina. I'm proud to call you my daughter.
But representatives fight two against two.
When I think about having to train with Arika to practice our teamwork...
...I'm not so confident.
You know, you two may actually make a good team.
You think so?
But don't you ever forget.
You are destined to become the Otome of Artai's Grand Duke Nagi.
Yes, Father.
It's for your own good.
kasane atta hibi
The days have added up
kiokuno okue tojikome
Memories locked deep inside me
kinou to chigau
Unlike yesterday
Watashiga ima kokoni tatteru
A new me is standing right here now
Orite kita yamiwa
Darkness has fallen
Subetewo yasashiku daite
Gently embracing everything
katari kakeruno
It begins to tell me
Mamoru kotono hontou no imi wo
The true meaning of protecting
Mugen ni hirogaru hoshi wo
The stars spread out to infinity
Nandomo miageteita
I looked up at them repeatedly
Ano yoru wo wasurenai hikikaesenai
On that night I can't forget or return to
Ushinau mono wa nanimona
There is nothing I have to lose
Afuredashiteku ENERGY
It's flowing out of me, this energy
Atsuku tsuyoku takumashiku
With passion, strength, and endurance
Tatoe hikari no nai sekai demo
Even in a world without light
koe wo kanjite anata dake mitsukerareru
I feel your voice and can find only you
It's a Promise!
It's that time of year again.
Tomorrow we'll have a rehearsal...
...and next week will be busy and eventful with the ceremonial dance battle...
...the graduation ceremony, and the Meister ascension ceremony.
Examinations for class promotions are also coming up.
So to honor Our Lady, everyone please do your best.
Yes, ma'am!
Arika! Let's go!
Arika, want me to help you?
No, it's okay. I can do it myself.
Arika!
Oh, sorry, I'll be right there!
I'll bring you guys something to eat later.
Thank you, Ersty! I'm looking forward to it!
Getting pretty worked up, I see.
Well, their opponents are Number One Big Sister Chie...
...and Number Two Big Sister Shiho.
That's why those two practice until really late every night.
I mean you, Erstin, not them.
Not only are you bringing them food...
...but you're also taking over some of their duties for them, right?
It's about all I can do to help.
Besides, just watching those two makes me want to do my best as well.
All right, then.
If you need anything, tell me. I'll be glad to help.
Thank you, lrina.
Those two are working pretty hard.
Yes.
I'm sorry Big Sister Chie.
I've been a useless room helper.
Never mind that. I'm not what you'd call a good Big Sister either.
You're very skilled and there's not much to teach you.
So honestly, I feel like I didn't spend enough time with you.
Sorry, Tomoe.
That's not true.
But, I do believe I pay close attention to you.
I've always been watching you.
Stop what you're doing.
Big Sister Shizuru will be upset...
...if she finds out how you made Miya do those things.
I'm sorry, but I don't have a clue what you're talking about.
Really?
So delicious!
Thank you for everything, Ers.
No problem.
So, by the way...
I have to try my best, since Ersty is cheering us on.
Then you don't mind if we increase our training time, do you?
I'm just kidding.
So Ers, what were you going to say?
No.
It's nothing.
Really? Okay, then.
Hey Arika, that's mine!
First come, first serve!
Nonsense!
So that's the story. I hope you guys can lend us your power.
I refuse.
Grand Duke, I hear that you are working with those despicable Schwarz.
Therefore we cannot help you.
Weren't you guys partners at one point?
Why the split?
It's none of your business.
I guess there's no way then.
Regrettably, I'll have to give up.
It was a trap.
He did this on purpose, knowing very well we'd refuse.
But we can't just stand by and watch.
We have to make a move too.
You're willing to stick your hand into the fire?
That's right.
I can't keep our people waiting any longer.
Is Our Lady doing well?
Yes.
Preparations are complete for the Five Pillars Examination.
Production of gems for next year's Pearl and Coral classes...
...are coming along well too.
Also, the gem of Miya, who withdrew from school...
...is dissolving in special amniotic fluid and will be re-crystallized.
I see.
How's Shizuru doing? She should be back soon right?
We're out of time. She wasn't able to find Smith.
But with the graduation ceremonies approaching...
...we need a new course of action to deal with that new type of Slave.
Although things are still tense right now...
...so far, the situation hasn't changed much.
As the palace nears completion...
...it appears Queen Mashiro is finally acting like a real queen.
If she can continue to motivate herself...
...I'm sure the citizens will respect her again.
Let's hope things will stay like this, without incident.
In the presence of Our Lady, we'll now begin the Five Pillars Exam.
News! News!
Big Sister Nao has been chosen as one of the Pillars!
She's taking the vacant fourth Pillar?
Also, Big Sister Shiho...
...has been asked to become Otome for king Charles of Florince.
I see. So Cardair has backed off.
Probably because of what happened with Big Sister Akane and kazuya.
To become the Otome of a former enemy country feels so dramatic.
It's just a shrewd political deal.
But Big Sister Shiho was happy to explain how enthusiastic their interest was in her.
Well, that's good, as long as she's happy.
Then what about Big Sister Chie?
Is she going to serve her homeland, Aries?
Yeah, although she was whining about having to serve under Brigadier Armitage.
But I'm so envious of the Big Sisters. They've all been offered positions to serve.
Oh, and I also heard Big Sister Shizuru is coming back.
That's great, isn't it Arika?
Big Sister Shizuru will be here to see you take center stage.
Yup!
Now then, we normal people who need to take the exam...
...better get back to studying.
Irina, I'm having some problems understanding molecular biology.
Sorry, but I need to return this to Miss Yohko.
Why don't I return it for you?
There's something I need to ask her anyway.
Sure, I'd appreciate that.
Big Sister Nao!
We heard that you were chosen as a Pillar. Congratulations.
There's nothing to congratulate me for.
But it's fantastic news.
It screws up my life plans. They want me to join the Old Ladies' Military Club?!
Like I care about Our Lady or whatever they call her.
Excuse us. Big Sister Nao, take care!
Erstin, have you seen lrina?
I have something to ask her.
Ah, yes, lrina. You can find her at the library.
Thank you.
Um, is something wrong?
That fluid is very dangerous.
If you accidentally get it on yourself it can cause terrible burns.
There's something I need to ask her anyway.
That practice felt pretty good.
It was okay.
Arika!
Isn't that Ersty?
I've been looking forward to your snacks!
Ersty!
Ers!
Hang in there, Ers!
Thank goodness. Arika, Nina, you're okay.
How did this happen?
Ersty...
So in the end, I'm still not sure why something like this happened.
Well, thank goodness Ersty's injury wasn't that serious.
Miss Yohko said if the liquid had splashed onto her directly...
...her injury would've been much worse.
Hey, why don't we go for a walk?
Sure, all right.
Are you really okay?
Yes, thanks to getting first aid and my nanomachines...
...the injury should heal before the promotion exam.
Thank goodness. But, the nanomachines sure are powerful.
I've been thinking that something this helpful...
...should be shared with everyone, not just Otomes.
Yeah, you're right.
It's amazing.
The mysteries of science.
At the window of my heart
Stands the profile of destiny
lsn't that...
Stands the profile of destiny
Light that guards my most secret dreams
Shine your power around me
There's a star and it talks to me
Tells me I must choose just one
When my loved one calls to me
I will transform with their voice as the key
Let me tell of an old story
Of a land that waits to wake
Let us raise up the light...
You guys...
It's strange, don't you think?
You two know different verses of the same song.
Yup! Don't you feel like some kind of fate has brought us together?
Maybe?
That can't be possible.
Come on. You're no fun.
Damn, that same old trick again!
Don't say that.
Stop it!
Hey, wait!
Hey!
Are you giving this to your patron?
You spelled it wrong.
What?!
I wonder who this guy is who's been supporting you.
I'm thinking of asking him to come to our dance battle...
...during graduation ceremonies.
But if I had been injured, it all would've gone down the drain.
Thank you so much!
I want to thank you too, Ers.
No, I want to thank you two. It's because of you that I can keep working hard.
So...
All right, then let's make a promise.
The three of us will definitely become Meister Otomes!
Yes.
Then, the three of us silently stared up at the night sky for a long time.
I've been able to meet such good friends, all thanks to you, Sir.
Oh, I've enclosed in the envelope a handkerchief that I embroidered myself.
I hope you appreciate the effort I put into it. It's my gift to you.
Wave the handkerchief during the dance battle and I promise I will find you.
After that, please allow me to give a word of thanks to you in person...
...even if it's just for a moment.
To my dear Sir.
From Arika.
The day has finally arrived.
I'm so relieved that we're able to welcome this day with such beautiful weather.
I am grateful for your assistance, Miss Yukariko, Miss Maria...
...and you too, Shizuru.
But it's a bit of a shame.
This year most of the nations have sent representatives...
...rather than members of royalty.
We can't help that.
The world is in such disarray.
It doesn't bother me.
This way we have less to worry about.
To this day, no Coral has beaten a Pearl.
So just think of this as a test of your skill level and take it easy.
I will definitely win! For your sake, Father.
Okay. I understand, Nina.
Oh, Antsy.
What are you doing here?!
I received an invitation to please come and watch this dance battle.
Well, just make sure you're not a burden for Nina.
Stop mocking me!
I'm definitely becoming a Meister!
I'm fighting this battle for my patron who will be watching!
I see.
You're right.
I'm sure your patron is watching over you.
Father?
I expect a dance battle worthy of this year's graduation.
Please try your hardest.
Yes, ma'am!
I will be reborn with my castle. Arika, don't forget.
It's a contest.
Nina, you too.
Even though it was only temporary, you were my first contract.
Do your best.
Yes.
We shall now begin Garderobe's Graduation Ceremony Dance Battle.
What are you doing? Calm down.
I'll take this chance to do my maki-makis.
Red maki-maki, blue maki-maki..
Stop that!
Do your best!
Go for it!
I really don't care what happens here.
My fellow citizens! Before we begin the dance battle...
...I shall unveil my rebuilt castle, the brand new Fuka Palace.
At this time, I wish to make a declaration!
With this castle we'll usher in a new and brighter era for our country!
Huh?
No way.
Hey! What is that?
That's nothing like the castle in Mashiro's drawing.
What poor taste.
What is that? I never authorized that.
No... I never...
What is that mechanism?
My castle is supposed to be...
Now, let us begin.
No way!
Fire.
Those things...
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 Blue Dance / When Dreams Fall
Things are looking bad.
What will happen now?
What?!
You're kidding!
You understood that?
Not a bit.