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It is the 22nd year of the new Holy Era.
With the fall of the previous age brought about by human folly...
lawlessness runs rampant and disorder rules the world.
But here in Shinjuku, the City of Beasts...
any creature who would harm another...
must contend with us, one and all.
Our wild blood runs hot tonight.!
Hyper Police to the rescue.!
HYPER POLICE
Till you make up your mind I won't let you go
I'm gonna make you feel the pull of my charms
What gives spice to romance
Is the endless thrill of playing the game
My heart soars where none has ever gone before
When you've finally seen
That I'm your number one then hurry, hurry
Reach across time and take me in your arms
We'll always be together forever and a day
Together eternity's within our reach
''No Trespassing''
The place looks so desolate.
My pocketbook's looking pretty desolate, too.
I wonder where the others are now.
I imagine they're busy dealing with their own problems.
I wonder what Batanen is up to.
A week ago, the company I'd worked at for a year went bankrupt.
We need to find work so we can buy something to eat.
We haven't had a thing to eat since yesterday.
I suppose being freelance does have its advantages, but--
Come on!
NO TI ME, NO MONEY, NO LICENSE
That's right. Get a load of this tasty-looking morsel.
Hold it right there!
You're under arrest!
I can't imagine what you're talking about.
Those legs protruding from your mouth are undeniable proof.
Dirty scum! She was a decoy?
You have the right to remain silent.
Anything you say may be used against you in a court of law.
Furthermore, you have the right to an attorney...
and if you cannot afford an attorney-- cannot afford an attorney--
Darn.
What was it? Um... oh, that's right.
An attorney will be appointed for you!
Are you trying to get me killed?
Just look at this! My precious tail is all slimy.
I was only following the rules. We have to read the suspect his rights.
Forget that crap!
We're working without a license anyway.
Thanks so much for the call.
Oh, yes, this guy. Warrant No. KA-1 01 .
Let's see, then. Minus the handling fee...
the reward comes to this.
What? That's all?
Well, you're hunting without a license, aren't you?
Sheesh! I don't believe it! It's only a third of the going rate!
Really.
The cheating son of a bitch, taking advantage of us!
I wonder how he found out we don't have a license.
Who knows?
Our company went belly-up, and technically we're breaking the law.
I suppose someone sent around a circular or something.
Waitress! That's my order.
Here you go.
Fine. We'll never deal with that place again.
There are plenty of other private police companies around.
If only Batanen were around at a time like this.
He has his own license.
Every time I turn around, it's Bataninny this, Bataninny that.
His name is Batanen!
All I'm saying is you can't place your hopes on other people.
You can only really count on yourself and the gods.
It sure is cold for August.
You can say that again.
Did it used to be warmer than this?
Yep. Ever since the Earth's axis shifted...
there's no difference between summer and winter anymore.
Hurry up and finish your food.
We need to get in another job before it starts snowing.
What? We have to do another one?
Looking for a good time?
Hey, mister, wanna have some fun?
Psst, Sakura!
Come in, Sakura.! Are you listening?
I hear you.
They say the underworld controls this part of town. Maybe we should stay away.
Idiot! Freelance bounty hunters can't be worrying about such trivial dangers.
- But-- - What's your price, babe?
Hey, I like you.
No!
Wait! You have the wrong idea!
Whatever. I don't mind.
You don't understand. Sakura! Help!
A centaur with a Mohawk.
I don't see him on the list.
Give me your lips! I want your lips!
I told you, you have the wrong idea!
He's not here.
- Stop it! Sakura! Help! - There he is!
Sakura!
Be a good boy or I'll blow your head off.
Stuff it!
You dirty scum!
Thanks for your help.
I was the one who caught him, you know.
I'm not doing this again.
We're always extremely grateful...
when ordinary citizens lend us a hand.
If you want to thank me, skip the bowing and show me some cash.
Oh, right, right. Here's a token of my gratitude.
A single bill.
Isn't there any more?
Let me know if you catch anyone else.
Hold on just a second, mister!
We're not ordinary citizens. We're bounty hunters.
That's right. How do you expect us to live on this?
That's very funny.
If I'm not mistaken, neither of you has a license.
Everyone in the business knows that.
If you're still not satisfied, I'd be happy to call a real policeman.
You girls do seem to have good skills.
You should consider coming to work for me.
If you change your mind, my service entrance will be open.
Seems like the more we work, the poorer we get.
What are you doing, Sakura?
I'm picking up empty shells that I can fill and reuse.
Sakura.
My, my, what is this? Moonlighting as trash pickers?
Hardly!
I understand your company went bankrupt.
Get lost!
When the employees are losers, the whole company goes down the tubes.
Looks like we won't be butting heads anymore.
I guess I was right: You two aren't cut out to be bounty hunters.
One of these days we'll catch a real biggie and make you eat those words.
Oh, damn! The shells!
I'm so tired.
1 , 2, 3...
4, 5, 6, 7, 8...
and one-fifth.
I still come up short.
Good night.
She should be asleep by now.
Tonight I'll get her powers for sure, and then it's good-bye to this business.
All right, all right.
I was thinking in bed last night, and--
What?
I've been wondering why you're always so scratched up in the morning.
It's nothing for you to worry about.
Is that what you were thinking about in bed?
No, it wasn't that.
You said that going freelance would make our work easier.
Yeah?
But even though we're working a lot harder than before...
the money just keeps getting tighter.
Are you actually thinking of going to work for that guy from yesterday?
His company is a complete mess. I suggest you forget it.
No, I don't like him, either.
Then what's this thing you were thinking about?
I came up with a great idea.
Since you're a fox, whenever we deal with the brokers...
you can turn yourself into Batanen.
Then they'd only take out a small handling fee.
Don't you think it's a great idea?
Did I say something I shouldn't have?
I can't shift shape!
Even though I'm a fox--
Sakura.
I'm sorry.
Really, Sakura. I'm so sorry.
I wish I'd never said it.
I guess Sakura has her own troubles, too.
I sure do wish I could get my full ninth tail.
If you feel so sorry for me, then give me your powers.!
What's this? Just rice balls and pickles for lunch?
We need to cut back on food expenses.
It must be your influence. I'm becoming more careful about money.
That's a good thing.
I'm such a pushover when I do business with cute girls like you.
Here you go. Call again.
We just can't make any money!
Another day of getting ripped off by one guy after another.
Really.
All that work for nothing.
When's the last time we had anything but dried sardines and pickles for dinner?
Sorry, but there's nothing I can do about it.
The miso soup is practically clear.
I can actually see my reflection.
We just don't have the money.
Want some fermented soybeans?
How can you eat that stinky stuff?
Excuse me a minute, Sakura.
What are you doing?
- I thought I'd check the want ads. - Want ads?
Since we're making next to nothing, we need to check out other options.
Besides, we really need some cash.
You're right. We sure do need cash.
How about this one? It pays well.
''Night Club. Ample Experience With Men Preferred.''
That's not the sort of work I'm looking for.
This one looks good. A high hourly, and they pay every day.
Give it a go, then.
What about you?
Too much of a hassle.
Halt!
- Tommy! This way! - Right!
Cover me!
Drop your weapon!
Batanen! Are you all right? Batanen!
Excellent! It fits you to a T.
It'll be great having a cute girl like you on the staff.
Well, then, I'll leave you to your work.
I look forward to working with you, sir.
Please come right in.
Oh, no!
I'm so sorry.
What can I get you?
I'll have a sirloin steak with a salad and some consommé.
For me, a Danny's macaroni au gratin.
Yes, sir.
Also, after dinner I'd like a royal milk tea.
What do you think you're doing?
I'm so sorry!
Be more careful this time.
I will.
I wonder.
I'll be fine.
Nobody move!
Give me the money.
Right.
What?
You made me drop my plates again!
What do you intend to do about it?
Is that you, Natsuki?
Sakura!
This guy's been giving me a run for my money.
It's his own fault for crashing into me like that!
Natsuki, don't you think you're actually better suited to bounty hunting?
You think so?
You're fired!
I better get out of here!
And don't come back!
You wanna stop in at the Lamp Cafe?
Looks good, looks good.
''Space Available''
I wonder how everyone's doing.
I was thinking of that time we all ate roasted sweet potatoes together.
Sakura?
How are you going to pay for that, Sakura?
I'll borrow from Tommy when he shows up.
The whole gang's here?
We don't have anywhere else to go.
Welcome, Natsuki. It's good to see you.
Thanks.
Boy, am I hungry!
- I'd like a large vegetable pilaf. - All right.
Well, if it isn't Natsuki! How've you been?
Thanks. I've been managing.
What'll you have, Natsuki?
I'll just have water.
You needn't hold back, you know.
Well, maybe I'll have some pancakes.
I should be able to pay for that.
So this is where the gang's been gathering.
Just because the company's gone doesn't mean everyone scatters to the winds.
After all, we're still fellow bounty hunters.
I need to think more positively.
Excuse me.
Does Batanen come here sometimes, too?
Batanen?
- Haven't you heard? - No.
Tommy screwed up, and Batanen got one of his legs blown off yesterday.
Oh, my God!
Oh, my God! Batanen's leg was--
Batanen's leg was--
Hi, Natsuki.
How could you do it, Tommy? How could you let Batanen get hurt?
I'll never forgive you if anything happens to him.
Hey!
Batanen!
How's your leg?
It was just a scratch.
Batanen!
So you're all right?
It'll take more than this to bring me down.
I'm so relieved.
Have you been doing all right, Natsuki?
Uh-huh.
Are you sure you haven't been going hungry?
Batanen!
Scary omens and close calls
Fill my every day
I'm not even married
But when do I have time to fall in love
There were lots of thrills
And in the end, all was well
Tomorrow is our double date
You know it's gonna be great
Gotta do the day spa on my way home
I think love must be some kind of magic
Passed down through the ages
An ancient, ancient spell
To all the wicked ones who choose to misuse it
Until the world over
Fills to overflowing
With happy smiles
However long it takes
The battle will rage on
From one day to the next
I've made up my mind, Batanen.
No matter how poor I am, and no matter how hard things get...
Sakura and I are going to keep our chins up and stick it out.
I really think it would be easier if I could work with you...
but there's one thing that's more important.
The important thing is friendship. Isn't that right, Sakura?
Coming next..
''Friendship Like Ice''
Hey, Sakura.! Where are you going?