Furawau District, District Office
It is an honor to receive someone of royal blood in our district.
This is a glorious day for the Lilium family.
Wouldn't you agree, Brother?
Indeed.
Um,
I've come here as part of my duties for the ACCA Inspection Department.
So you must go to work, then.
My subordinates are waiting.
At least have some tea.
It's herbal tea, made from flowers grown in Furawau.
There really are a lot of flowers blooming here. It's beautiful.
They are our district's pride and joy.
Furawau is a beautiful place, where many flowers bloom.
Our people are the same way.
The residents are just like those flowers, cheerful and elegant.
The Furawau District councilor also seems quite cheerful.
Is he family?
He is a good subordinate.
The district chief seems more relaxed
than he does when I've seen him in Bādon.
I'm sure it has to do with being here.
When he's home, does Chief Officer Lilium change, as well?
Hmm, I'm not sure about him.
He takes things so seriously.
He stands out from the siblings.
There is a different air about him.
He chose to leave for the capital himself.
But he cares about this nation more than any among us.
Thank you for coming out here.
I'm sorry to have kept you waiting.
ACCA Inspection Department Furawau Branch Supervisor Canary
Oh, it was fine.
The residents look really upbeat,
but it's more a show of bravado than cheer.
It's different than what I saw in Pranetta.
Is something wrong?
You really fit in here.
Oh?
You're always smiling.
Probably from spending time in a place with flowers everywhere.
It makes you feel peaceful.
Yakkara is to be his next assignment. I wonder if he'll be okay.
This way!
Where is the target now?
Dining at the district chief's estate.
He may stay the night, rather than return to his hotel.
Then, we haven't time to try to lure him to an isolated spot.
Right, we don't know when we might be interrupted.
We mustn't overlook any opportunities.
There can be no more mistakes!
Where were you before?
Pranetta.
Ah, right next door, then.
Next door, but the scenery is completely different.
Even in Furawau District, the area bordering Pranetta is desert.
Once you're out that far, nothing worthwhile can be mined there.
Most likely, resources are concentrated in the southwest, under the seabed.
I can offer only my sincere condolences to Pranetta's citizens.
Had the central council's budget been allocated to improve their cities,
by now, Pranetta would have become friendlier to live in.
Perhaps it was their leaders' arrogance.
No, I believe all the residents wanted the same thing.
I see.
There is something all Furawau residents desire, as well.
What would that be?
More than ninety percent of all oil distributed to the districts
is produced in Furawau.
What our residents want
is the practical use of our resources.
For us, supporting the nation of Dōwā is a point of pride.
If we do find resources,
of course we'd want to share them with the districts.
But seizure against our will would cause hardships.
Furawau's resources were flowing to Dōwā Kingdom before
the founding of our current political system.
In a way, their resources were taken from them.
Are they satisfied with what happened?
Well, District Chief...
Perhaps it is time to give it to him?
Are you finished with your meal?
Yes.
Then, let us change venues.
Furawau is leading the coup d'état, isn't it?
It is my understanding that you will rise up with us?
Okay, there's the car.
It's back.
Let's go when he exits the vehicle.
If we fail, our lives are forfeit!
We'll place our bets on killing him and making it out alive.
There's someone in the way...
Just shoot!
We can't avoid collateral damage!
Kill him now.
Jean!
Nino!
He's been shot...
Get him to the hospital now!
We must first contact the branch chief and request instructions.
That can wait!
There's no time to lose!
Y-Yes.
Why?
You were targeted, Deputy Chief.
Why do we have to keep this a secret?
We have no choice.
It was the district chief's decision.
I'm sure he had his reasons.
The patient's awake.
Talk about the devil's luck.
If it had been the group that attacked Lotta...
It must have been the Dōwā family again.
Yeah.
I was told the attackers killed themselves.
There must be more than two.
I wonder if they got away.
Maybe.
This is my first time here...
For some reason, my supervisor never let me come to Furawau.
This time,
due to the Five Chief Officers' orders to
ACCA Agent Crow, I was allowed to come.
I even followed the directive not to harm anyone
affiliated with the Dōwā family.
I'm sure I'll be praised for my actions.
You're talkative today.
Hey, Jean...
These days, when I look at you,
I can't tell if you're getting dragged into things,
or if you're prying into the whole mess.
I won't tell you what to do.
My job is simply to watch over you.
To watch over me?
You should stop already, Nino.
You don't exist to serve the Dōwā family.
Neither Lotta nor I want that.
Jean, I'm glad you are all right.
I was hoping to avoid being dragged into royal politics.
But the people wouldn't want ACCA to disband.
I'll accept your earlier offer.
Now that His Majesty has collapsed,
time is of the essence.
Once you return to Bādon, please meet with our younger brother.
Me, go to Bādon?
I refuse.
As successor to the throne,
you can attend a national ceremony His Majesty was meant to attend.
What's the occasion, anyway?
ACCA's centennial anniversary.
There will be no scheduled meetings.
I shall attend the ceremony and depart right after!
In Bādon, I'll be able to serve you authentic sandwich bread.
I don't want any!
I heard that Crow protected you.
How is he?
He'll remain in Furawau until he recovers from his injuries.
If he wants to, that is.
I see.
I've heard he may have other responsibilities.
I shall not pry, though.
Either way, I am glad to hear that you have come to a resolve.
How many cigarettes have you accepted?
I spread word that
intent to join the coup would be indicated by handing a cigarette to the "heir."
So thirteen...
Even Dōwā District gave you one.
The branch chief probably decided.
I doubt the Privy Council's president is involved.
We won't know until the day of the ceremony,
when we see how many guards are with His Highness.
What do you think?
Everyone is longing for you
to ascend the throne.
It doesn't even have to be me, as long as it isn't the prince.
But it does have to be you.
It is only you
who can protect ACCA and the people.
If we ensure the coup's success and put you on this nation's throne,
the people can continue living their lives as before.
But first, a successful coup.
You needn't worry.
You have us.
You needn't worry.
Sorry for asking you to look after Lotta.
It's no big deal.
But I was surprised when you asked, out of the blue.
Could you look after Lotta while I'm in Furawau?
Huh?
Nothing happened on our end.
Thanks.
What will you do?
Hmm?
You're of royal blood, right?
You're older than that idiot prince.
Maybe you can sit on that throne.
And if I do?
Maybe you'll be better than that idiot.
Huh...
Then, maybe I will.
Many important figures from all districts are here in Bādon
to attend the ACCA centennial ceremony.
The ceremony is planned for this weekend
at the central district branch plaza.
His Majesty won't be there, right?
ACCA headquarters and various Bādon Branch departments
Prince Schwan will attend in his place.
are making final preparations...
The ceremony... Civilians can attend, right?
Hmm...
Jean, you look stressed out.
I'm just tired.
Inspection Department
Excuse me.
Everyone's here early.
Maybe you're too lax because you're so close, Agent Grus.
The only ones who aren't here yet are Warbler, Pulse, and Eider...
Hare and Fāmasu are both faraway districts!
In Suitsu, just leaving takes a long time.
You let your hair grow out.
Hi!
Hi, all.
Pulse! Eider!
Hey, Eider! I've been waiting for you to show up!
Come here.
What's this about?
Eider, do you have feelings for the deputy chief?
Huh?
Th-That isn't—
Why bother trying to pretend otherwise?
You visited, just to try to see him.
Sure, that did happen before,
but now, well...
Girls really like talking about relationships.
How cute.
What?!
You're dating Agent Grus?
Um, he was a really good listener.
And um, one thing led to another,
and yes...
Bādon and Fāmasu!
It's super far!
Well, well, Agent Grus.
Oh, please.
After our next assignments, I do hope we'll be a little closer.
Speaking of assignments,
maybe the deputy chief position will open up soon.
Then Warbler will become deputy chief...
There will also be fluctuations amongst the leadership,
including demotions.
Not to mention, a coup.
Huh?
Don't! We can't talk about it!
Huh?
But it's going to happen, right?
Well, sure, but...
What are we talking about?
A coup d'état?
See, being in Suitsu leaves you behind on the news.
Maybe Warbler won't be able to handle being the new deputy chief.
Then, maybe it'll be me.
I'm the smart one, after all.
Knot, what's this about a coup?
Meeting Room
ACCA? Leading a coup?
Yes.
To avoid chaos, ACCA will lead it in conjunction with the districts.
Wait a minute.
For what reason?
To protect ACCA, or so they say.
Prince Schwan has stated he'll disband ACCA when he ascends.
By pulling off a coup, ACCA will prevent that.
If ACCA survives, the citizens' lives will be protected.
That about sums up the rationale.
But how do you make the logical leap to a coup?
No one thinks it's odd?
Warbler, if I may?
Chief...
The Five Chief Officers
and the director-general have made their decisions on this matter.
A coup is going to happen in the near future.
Given that, ACCA should be at the helm, to prevent utter chaos.
That's their line of thought.
Going to happen?
Impossible.
Each of the thirteen districts may have complaints,
but they'd see far greater benefits to being under Dōwā family rule.
Even the talk about disbanding ACCA is only coming from the prince.
He may be a fool, but will he be a dictator?
It's more likely that he'll just follow the Privy Council!
The Dōwā royal family is aware of how much power they're worth.
They wouldn't try
an autocratic rule now and risk breaking the current system!
I doubt "protecting ACCA" would withstand scrutiny as a rationale.
We can't be sure he won't disband ACCA.
Nothing is more frightening than having a fool of a ruler
who wouldn't think twice of tightening the noose around his own neck...
ACCA needs to persevere.
That is what the people want.
You're too biased toward ACCA.
Director-General's Office
Everyone has gone mad!
You haven't gone to buy sandwich bread lately.
I don't think so, no.
Evidently, the cigarettes I was getting
indicated the districts' willingness to participate in the coup.
I've heard there were thirteen.
The Five Chief Officers told me that.
I informed Chief Officer Lilium of this, yes.
Before informing me, I see...
What were you instructed to do?
"Instructed" may not be the word.
I see.
You needn't report to me anymore.
Excuse me.
Otus...
You're all right, aren't you?
Yes.
Warbler?
So, the pro-coup faction wants you to be the next king?
If we're pitting the king's grandchildren against each other,
the unpopular Prince Schwan loses to you, the one with ACCA,
the people's pride and joy.
Unless the Privy Council intervenes, there are no roadblocks.
The coup will occur without objection.
You'll go along with this.
You aren't even interested in the throne, are you?
Is it for ACCA?
You don't find this ludicrous?
I'd really like you to take my post...
But there needs to be one final push.
The prince is a real headache, you know.
By the way, Your Highness.
Are you sure you shouldn't see your cousin?
My cousin?
Yes, the one in Bādon.
I only have cousins in Dōwā!
I see.
So he survived.
You're still pretending ignorance?
Who cares?!
Who cares if he lives or dies?
It doesn't matter to me!
Your Highness, perhaps you should
show more interest in the people and the nation.
Try to be liked by your relatives, at least.
If you want to distance us, go ahead!
It isn't like you're even useful!
I'm not talking about you!
I understand.
It doesn't matter...
I'm going to be the king of Dōwā.
Important district figures have come to Bādon.
Prince Schwan has just arrived from Dōwā.
Huh? Magie?!
He did not seem fatigued by his journey,
He was one of the Dōwā family's personal guards?
as he left his plane for the tarmac.
The boy who loved sandwich bread!
After exchanging greetings with important district figures,
So Agent Rail's friend from Dōwā must've been...
he gave a press conference.
Tonight is the final meeting with various district representatives.
The coup will succeed,
and Otus will become the new king.
Tomorrow is the day on which we finally see the bright, shining future.
The Lilium family has waited a very long time for this.
You said, "The Lilium family."
I did.
You have also been waiting for this.
Everyone has.
Am I wrong?
That's enough.
Just tell it like it is.
Put Otus in power.
Then control Otus, to control the nation.
By the time anyone notices, Furawau will have total control,
and everyone will have to accept it as the new reality.
That's right... Just as you are doing now.
Though people know things cannot continue this way,
why are they unable to resist?
Because they stand against the Lilium family of Furawau nation.
You are not joining the meeting?
No.
Otus appears to be meeting privately with Chief Officer Lilium.
So it seems.
Chief Officer...
Are you all right?
Yes.
Where the Bird Flies
Next time on ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept.,
"Where the Bird Flies."
It will be fine, no matter where you choose to go.
Just let me watch over you for a little while longer.