This is getting on my nerves!
"Dragon Crisis"
See you later.
Later.
I'm exhausted.
Good morning, Eriko.
Could I get some breakfast?
I've forgotten to consume nutrients since yesterday.
Another tiresome one.
Rose.
Are you okay?
I'm fine. Thanks.
Really?
"Ryuji, I love you."
I long for the peaceful days of yesterday.
This change has been too drastic.
It's an interesting story.
I didn't realize she had such a behavior.
It's not a big deal.
We can't have her acting like a child forever.
But there's got to be limits. I can't stand watching them.
This is only the first day. How's it going to be in the future?
Eriko, let me borrow your computer.
I checked that yesterday. I didn't find anything particularly useful.
What is this?
It's hidden even deeper than the top secret pages.
As I told you yesterday, the society is currently very interested in dragon behavior.
Naked men are in this winter?
Is it finally my turn?
Hey, Misaki.
Haven't you gotten closer to that girl?
You mean Rose-chan?
Yeah. Did something happen?
Uh...
Good morning, Ryuji-kun.
Good morning.
Misaki.
Good morning.
I have a problem. Will you listen?
But wouldn't you catch a cold going naked in the winter?
Masato.
Hey, Ryuji.
Do you have a minute?
Something's wrong with me.
When I touch Ryuji, my body tingles.
My heart pounds.
My face burns up.
Eriko says it's nothing to worry about, but it bothers me.
I thought things would be back to normal today, but things haven't changed.
What happened?
He kissed me here, and I became an adult.
Misaki, are you okay?
It's weird.
Yesterday I was fine if Rose hugged me, but now I can't even look at her.
You seem to know a lot about women...
so I was hoping you could tell me what to do.
My friend.
I misunderstood you.
Even though you're surrounded by beautiful girls...
you're not bursting with a young man's libido and passion!
It's weird! It's not right!
You're like the protagonist of a harem anime!
But you're just another cherry boy worried about love and desire.
My heart is finally free.
I feel like a wall formed suddenly in mine.
That's what you meant by adult? That's confusing.
I'm sorry.
It's okay. I misunderstood.
Foreigners sure have different customs.
Why are you asking Misaki for advice?
Misaki likes Ryuji too...
so I thought she would understand how I feel.
I love Ryuji, but I can't leave things like this.
What should I do?
What should you do?
You're not asking the right person.
Mao-chan.
Class is starting. Let's go.
We can talk later, Rose-chan.
Okay.
Unfortunately, I haven't experienced the real deal yet...
but the idea is to just give it your best shot.
My best shot?
They've done their research.
On biology, yes.
Traditions, customs and psychology are still a mystery.
There's no relevant data.
I will provide counseling for them.
You don't think that would traumatize them?
What do you mean?
Rose, open up.
I forgot my shoes yesterday.
I got them from Onyx.
Untie this rope from me!
It's an anti-dragon rope made from a Lost Precious.
We can do what we want with this girl?
Let's see.
You'd better tell us what's going to happen to Rose, or else.
Rose?
If you don't do something, she'll take Ryuji from you.
She lives with him.
There's no reason for you to help your enemy any more.
But Rose-chan seemed worried.
I might have been a little harsh...
but I want things to work out for you.
Mao-chan.
But it won't be easy.
Nothing will happen to her.
She'll just love him more and more...
and prepare to be joined with him.
Prepare to be joined?
You mean ovulate?
Talk about unromantic.
But yes, something like that.
Did you turn red and space out, too?
Yes, but she'll get over it soon.
I felt a lot calmer after one night's rest.
One night?
Eriko, when did Rose perform the coming of age ritual with Ryuji?
Last night.
Rose-san?
Rose-san.
What's wrong?
Rose-chan?
Rose!
Rose. Rose!
Quickly, take her to the nurse's office.
No!
No viruses detected.
No external factors.
We're currently holding off on medicating her.
To be honest, I'm not sure what would help and what would hurt.
All you can do is gather data.
Precisely.
What's the meaning of this?
Is Rose sick?
I don't know.
This didn't happen to me.
Her fever is high and she's sweating profusely.
If she were human, she'd be in serious condition.
Ryuji-kun.
Please tell us what we should do.
What will make Rose return to normal?
I don't know.
If you untie me, I'll go ask Onyx.
No need for that.
You!
Kai!
How did you get in here?
A fake ID?
Here. I got these for you.
You really are a lot of trouble.
Don't get the wrong idea.
We came to solve the problem.
"We?"
Yes. Kisaragi Ryuji, Onyx wishes to speak with you.
With only you.
It's a Lost Precious.
It transmits the voice of a distant person.
Hey. It's good to see you again.
Onyx.
Sorry I couldn't meet you personally.
It'll be a while longer before I can appear in public.
Tell me what's happening to Rose.
How can we return her to normal?
Using Sapphie to do that to Rose was a dirty trick.
You've got the wrong idea.
Neither Sapphie nor I have any ill intentions.
You're the one who made Rose collapse.
The coming of age ritual requires a dragon.
It's meaningless with a mere human.
Sapphie must not have known.
Then why has Rose changed?
Because you're not a mere human.
Not because you're a breaker or anything.
I took a little trip to do some research.
Why you can use the Slash Breath.
Why you're able to engage with Rose.
Ryuji, you're a Lost Precious true to your name.
A Lost Precious with power over dragons.
It's why you're able to associate with dragons.
Defeat and even control them.
I'm a human.
I have a father and a mother.
I don't know about that...
but you know there's a wide variety of Lost Preciouses.
That's why Rose is responding the way she is.
Deep in her heart, she must fear you.
Why would she be afraid of me?
Because you're an enemy who steals our freedom.
You're a destroyer.
A Dragon Crisis.
It's up to you whether you want to believe me or not.
There's not much time left.
As long as you stay with her, Rose will grow weaker.
Is there any way to cure her?
Hand her over to Kai.
We will treat her.
You expect me to believe you?
You hurt Rose.
Are you stupid?
I only tried to kill you.
You stole the girl I was going to make my bride.
I lost my temper over her attachment to you...
but with you out of the picture, everything will be fine.
Think about it.
We're of the same kind.
Why wouldn't we cure her?
Isn't this the part where you barge in and cut me to shreds?
Just like you did to my body.
To humans, dragons are a treasure.
She must have people after her.
Can you trust them?
Rose's life is on the line.
I told you humans and dragons could never be together.
Allow me to correct myself.
Humans and dragons can be together...
but you and Rose will never be together.
Shut up!
Fool. You don't have a choice.
Please help Rose.
You finally understand.
Support Kai.
Keep the society members at bay.
We're not kidnapping her this time.
You're choosing to part ways with her.
Otherwise you won't be able to let go.
Please stand back.
Kisaragi Ryuji!
Please stay away!
Allow me to say goodbye for her.
Get him!
We got him!
Follow them! Send a vehicle!
You bastard!
Ryuji.
Ai, what's wrong?
I was in the area.
I happened to have an extra lunch, so I brought it for you.
Gorgeous!
Why do you always get everything?
Ai, would it be all right if I shared with everyone?
I can't eat all of this myself.
Well, okay.
You have to eat this.
Oh? Did you make those, Ai-chan?
That's got nothing to do with it.
Let me see.
Egg yolks, egg whites, salt and sugar.
An excellent combination, but there's problems with the execution.
Don't eat that!
Cut it out, you two.
You've traded one problem for another.
You should hurry up and confess.
Ryuji-kun, more alcohol.
You've had too much.
The society held me for two weeks.
I'm blowing off steam.
Give me ice.
Unbelievable.
Uh, what is it?
I'm not the one who needs to see you.
Rose-chan still hasn't come home?
I don't think she's coming back.
What do you mean?
I can't really explain it.
Conditions weren't right for her here, so she's resting among her kind.
Her kind?
Don't worry.
It's what's best for Rose.
There's nothing I can do for her.
I see.
Yeah. Everyone's...
That's what's been wrong with you.
You've been acting weird.
That's not true.
It's been a while, and I've accepted it.
No, I can tell.
I can't explain it, but I've been watching you.
You've changed since the summer.
Since Eriko-san came back and Rose and the others showed up, you've been different.
I was just watching, but things have changed.
I liked watching you.
It was exciting.
But you're different now.
You talk and laugh like you always do, but it's not real.
It's like you're empty.
If something's bothering you, you can tell me...
if there's something I can do for you.
Thanks, but I'm fine.
I see.
We have to talk.
Maruga?
Next episode "Engage"
Sorry for hurting you, Rose...
but I want to see you again so I can tell you how I really feel.
Will you listen?
I'll be waiting, Ryuji.