Cat Returns, The (2002)

[bunniefuu]

If you're troubled

by something mysterious

Or a problem

that's hard to solve,

There's a place you can go

where you always find help.

You just need to look for it.

Not again.

- Aren't you up yet?

- I'm up. I'm up.

Whatever.

Hey, mom.

Really, why do you bother

setting an alarm clock?

Gotta go.

Too bad you don't

have time to eat.

Mmm, mmm. It's delicious.

- That's just mean.

- Have a nice day.

Oh!

Oh, my shoe.

Oh. Excuse me?

The kingdom is gone,

Yet the mountains

and rivers remain.

And the castle is draped

in the vivid green of spring.

Haru, we can see you

sneaking in,

- So just get to your seat.

- Yes, sir.

Busted.

Sorry.

It's not fair.

First I have a bad morning,

Then everyone

laughs at me in class.

Even Machida was laughing,

wasn't he?

Yeah, pretty hard.

Why me? Why are all these

bad things happening to me?

Hm, maybe it's some kind

of weird omen, Haru.

Like your life is gonna get

a whole lot worse real soon.

Thanks. That helps a lot.

That's odd. Never seen him.

Why worry about

what Machida thinks?

- I just think he's so cool.

- Tell him.

- What if he has a girlfriend?

- He does. A cute freshman.

Then why tell me

to flirt with him?

I want a good laugh

when he blows you off.

- You are terrible.

- Machida's not that cool.

- My Tsuge is much cooler and...

- Careful.

- What was that?

- Cat burglar.

Where's he going?

Hey, dumb cat!

You'll get k*lled!

- Oh well, it's just a cat.

- This doesn't look so good.

Ah! What is he doing?

Haru, don't!

I should be there in...

No way. What a catch!

Hey, you stupid jerk!

Oh, cat, that was close.

That was quite a brave act

you performed.

I am extremely grateful.

I hope you are not injured.

I don't mean to be rude,

but I'm in a hurry.

I'll return

to thank you properly.

Uh, that's okay.

Haru!

Well, so much for your stick,

But at least

you rescued that stupid cat.

- It talked.

- What?

That cat spoke to me.

Hey, did you hit your head?

Mom, I'm home.

Watch it! Quilt on the floor.

Oh my,

this pattern's a disaster.

Could you make dinner tonight?

- Hey, mom?

- Hm-mm.

Do you think cats can talk?

Sure. Why not?

What?

You've asked me

that question before

When you were a little girl.

You said, "mommy, did you know

I can talk to cats?"

- I said that?

- Yes. You don't remember?

Hmm?

Hey, what's wrong?

Oh, you're pretty hungry, huh?

Do you like fish?

They're really good.

Here, try some.

You're really dirty, kitty.

Do you like the fish?

See. I told you.

- You want some more?

Okay, you can have them all.

No, you don't need to

do anything for me.

- Haru.

- Mommy!

What were you doing

over there?

I was talking

with the kitten.

So I asked you

what the kitten said to you.

And do you know what you said?

You said the kitten told you

that life is tough.

I thought it was so adorable.

So it looks like

that actually happened.

Let's forget about it,

go to sleep,

And get up

in time for breakfast.

- huh?

Uh...

Uh, come over here.

- Hm?

- Mm-mm. A bit closer.

Please allow me to present

Our wise and incredibly

magnificent ruler,

King of cat kingdom,

the cat king.

That's me, babe.

The cat whose life

you saved today was none other

Than the king's only son

prince Lune.

Given the magnitude

of the matter,

The king would like to express

his gratitude to you

In his own words.

Oh.

Thanks a lot, babe.

A list of what you shall

receive.

Starting tomorrow,

that marvelous array of gifts

Will be showered upon you.

- Thank you.

- Mmmm.

Ciao, babe.

Just a dream.

No way. You don't know

anything about this at all?

I have no idea. I just woke up.

Then where did these come from?

Haru, get down here!

Look at this.

What has happened to our yard?

Those look like cat tails.

Okay. I must be working too

hard. I'm going back to bed.

Leave me alone!

Stupid cats!

Huh?

Hey, what do I do

with all the lacrosse sticks?

Hi, guys. Gotta run.

- What is that about?

- Does she have catnip on her?

- Catnip? What for?

- Beats me.

No pets on school property,

young lady.

No! They're not mine!

What's going on?

Huh?

So it wasn't a dream.

The cats from last night

must be behind this.

I'm starting to think it was

a big mistake to save that cat.

Huh?

Stick, cat tails,

catnip, mice...

- Haru?

- What?

Did you get the catnip off you?

Oh, yes. Someone stuck some

in my pockets but it's gone now.

Wow, that's weird.

Okay, I've got a big favor

to ask you.

Can you do

my cleanup duty today?

Tsuge's got a big game

And if I don't leave

after class, I'll miss it.

Please, please, please.

Oh, Tsuge.

Yeah, sure, I'll do it.

Thanks, Haru.

You're a lifesaver.

Come on, Tsuge. Go!

Yeah!

Yes! He's so cool!

Careful. Watch your step.

Thanks.

Ah... Hurt...

Oh, look at the mess I made.

Oh, I missed.

Who do I think

I'm fooling anyway?

There she is.

Miss Haru! Miss Haru!

Oh...

You cats just never let up!

Well, we're so glad

that you're pleased.

- No, I'm not.

- How can that be?

The whole kingdom is working

to make you happy.

And we all agreed

that the gifts were fabulous.

Don't you cats know anything?

I hate mice.

I'm allergic to cat tails

and catnip does nothing for me.

Oh, my my my my my.

I guess we made

a little mistake.

Well, this is embarrassing.

The king will not be happy

when he hears about this.

I'm sorry.

Did I hurt your feelings?

I overreacted, didn't I?

I've just been

on edge recently.

Things have not been

going well for me.

What kind of things?

I don't know.

Everything, you name it.

I'm shocked to hear this.

I suppose even pretty girls

like you

Have problems

like everyone else.

- What? Stop. That's enough.

- It is nowhere near enough.

The kingdom of cats

has vowed not to rest

Until you are

completely satisfied.

- There's more?

- Yes.

How would you like

to have a private tour

Of the spectacular

kingdom of cats?

Are you serious?

I'm sure you'll love it there.

It's a marvelous place.

Great food, fabulous scenery

And the entire cat kingdom

is ready to welcome you.

And that's not all.

The king is so taken with you,

He has awarded you the most

valuable gift in the kingdom.

You will become

his daughter-in-law

And marry prince Lune.

Huh?

Don't think about

trying to pull that one on me.

There is no way

I can marry a cat.

The royal family

thinks you're good enough

And the prince is so cool.

- He's cool?

- Hm-mm.

Hmm... Who knows? Maybe I'd fit

in better with a bunch of cats.

You get to lie around all day,

don't you?

- But of course.

- Eat all the food you want,

Take naps in the sun,

forget about all your problems.

But me getting married to a cat

prince, that's just ridiculous.

Right, cat?

Fantastic.

We'll collect you tonight, then.

No, I didn't agree to that.

Hey, wait!

Ow!

Oh, I hurt.

Okay, think, Haru.

You gotta do something

about this.

What can I do?

Those cats are relentless.

They'll find a way to kidnap me

and I'll have to marry a cat.

I now pronounce you

cat and wife.

You may kiss the bride.

No, no,

I don't want to marry a cat!

Haru. Haru.

What was that?

Go to the cat bureau.

Find the cat bureau.

Hey, come on. Who's there?

Who's messing with me now?

They will help you there.

Look for a large, white cat

at the crossroads.

He will show you the way.

A cat at a crossroad?

Find the white cat

and go to the cat bureau, Haru.

You'll need their help.

Find the cat bureau.

Never heard of a cat bureau.

Look for a large, white cat...

At least it was

a pleasant voice.

Maybe the white cat

will be nice, too.

That was one long, weird day.

I definitely need a break.

What in the heck was that?

Hey, you big fatso.

You cats keep freaking me out.

Are you the big, white cat?

Are you?

Listen, cat. I need to know

where the cat bureau is.

A voice told me to ask you.

Must have the wrong person. I

mean cat. I have the wrong cat.

Sorry I sat on you.

- Wait. I'll show you.

- It's him!

Wait a minute. Slow down.

Isn't there an easier way?

Hey. Hey, come on.

Guess I shouldn't have

called him fatso.

Huh?

Oh...

Wow, this is one weird place.

Excuse me,

where's the cat bureau?

Hello?

I need some help right now.

I'm gonna get dragged off

to the cat kingdom.

Could this be it?

Enough, baron. Turn it off.

No one's impressed with

your cheesy light show, okay?

Good evening.

Welcome to the bureau.

Wow, you're cool.

Thank you. You're now in a world

quite different from your own.

This is a refuge for creations.

Whenever someone

creates something

With all of their heart, then

that creation is given a soul.

Like me and Toto there.

That's...

That is Toto.

A Stone statue with a soul.

I see you have a visitor today,

baron. How unusual.

Indeed.

She's quite a fetching one, too.

Did he say baron?

I am

baron Humbert von Gikkingen.

The artisan who created me

gave me that title.

I'll just call you baron.

So, you say

you're having trouble

With those cats

from the cat kingdom.

Yes. I saved their Prince

from getting hit by a truck,

And now they won't stop

trying to repay me.

- I see.

- Huh!

Serves you right. Thought you'd

help the poor kitty, did you?

You should've

minded your own business.

Muta, what's your problem?

This girl saved one of your own

kind. You should be grateful.

Now she's in trouble

for it, isn't she?

So she was stupid,

that's all I'm saying.

Where did you find her, Muta?

At the crossroads.

She knew about the cat bureau.

A voice told me about it.

I don't know whose voice.

- A voice?

- You're hearing voices?

Check into a loony bin.

Don't bother us with...

- Knock it off!

- You knock it off.

- Quit being so catty.

- Don't try that again.

You guys, I'll just leave. I

don't want to cause any trouble.

I didn't get your name.

Haru. It's Haru.

Well, miss Haru,

please step into the bureau.

Come along.

Don't worry about them.

Chicken wings!

Can't you tell the difference

between chickens and crows?

I'm not the birdbrain here.

I don't look like

a giant marshmallow.

At least I don't have

a bird brain.

You already said that.

Go fry yourself,

you big chicken.

You already called me

a chicken!

This looks close.

Wow, this place is beautiful.

- Make yourself at home.

- Thanks.

Milk with your tea, or lemon?

- Milk, please.

- Good choice.

You have great taste, baron.

- Here you are.

- Thank you.

How cute.

That's my own

personal blend of tea.

It's different each time,

so I can't guarantee the taste.

Wow, that's the best tea

I've ever tasted.

Then you're lucky.

Just tastes like boiled grass

to me.

Tea is too refined

for your crude taste buds.

At least I don't eat worms.

Muta, have a seat

and tell us what you know

About the kingdom of cats.

It's a dangerous place.

You shouldn't go there if you

don't believe in yourself.

Good point.

They said

not only will they kidnap me,

They're going to force me

to marry prince Lune.

So, do it.

You'll be set for life.

- Are you crazy?

- It might not be all that bad.

That's ridiculous.

She won't know

until she tries it.

Now, then...

I've always entertained the idea

Of paying a visit

to the kingdom of cats.

- Now is the time.

- Have a nice trip.

Hope you make it back some day.

You're coming with me.

Nah, I'll pass.

But thanks for thinking of me.

Baron, you're not going to

take her there, are you?

We can't leave her unprotected.

But if Muta wants to stay here,

he can keep an eye on her.

No way. You can't leave her

here. I'm not baby-sitting.

- Are you busy at the moment?

- Not really.

I'll just go home.

- Hmm?

- What?

I'm sorry. I didn't mean to

cause you so much trouble.

Muta's right. It's my fault for

getting involved with the cats.

I'll figure something out.

Well, then,

So sorry the cat bureau

couldn't be of any help to you.

Ah... All right, all right.

I'll watch the little baby.

Good kitty.

Then it's settled.

You can stay here with Muta.

- You sure?

- Don't worry about Muta.

He complains a lot

but he has a heart of gold.

Hmph!

Hm... I see.

So he's just a big softie.

You could say that.

And this is the thanks I get.

Thank you for your help, Moo-ta.

What? Moo? Are you saying

that I'm a fat cow?

No, you're just fat.

I like this girl more

every minute.

I'm outta here.

Too bad. I was just going to get

some Angel fruit cake.

- Where is it?

- It's in the upper-right shelf.

Why didn't you say so?

Our guest deserves

a proper afternoon tea.

This calls for

some of my special mulberries.

You're too much, baron.

A tea party and everything?

- Anything I can do to help?

- Yes, there is something.

I need you to learn

just one thing.

Always believe in yourself.

Then no matter where you are,

you will have nothing to fear.

Baron, give me a hand

with this whipped cream.

- You're going all out.

- Better believe it.

Who knows? Maybe this is

the world I belong in.

Hey, is that Toto?

It's time to go to our kingdom,

miss Haru.

You again!

No! Hey! Get away from me!

- Skip the tea.

Don't let them

take me away, please!

Baron, a bunch of cats

are headed this way.

- Oh no.

- A little late, birdbrain.

Toto, give me a lift.

Ouch!

We had a hard time finding you.

- Let me off.

- What?

- Careful, miss Haru.

Stop these cats.

I want off this thing now.

Don't worry. You're just having

pre-wedding jitters, that's all.

No, I'm not!

She could've waited

until after we had cake.

Ow! Quit that!

Let me go. Stop it. It hurts.

They're coming for me.

- I said let me go.

- Okay, Toto. Now!

Wait. I take it back!

Why did you let him fall?

You cats are terrible.

You're gonna regret that.

Muta!

We're over the weight limit.

- Toto.

- I see it.

Let me off this thing!

Outmaneuvered.

- Get above the trees.

- Right.

Now what?

They're riding the wind.

Follow the lights.

Got it.

Oh, that hurt.

Where am I anyway?

I can't see a thing.

Muta. What happened?

You're enormous.

No, kiddo. You got smaller.

Hm?

Why's that?

Because we're here, that's why.

That's the kingdom of cats?

That's it.

Wow, there are cats

all over the place.

What did you expect?

It is their kingdom.

Hey, you!

Ah, it's so relaxing here.

Hey, we have to find

a way out of here fast.

- Relax.

- Listen, kid...

I've never felt so at home

in my life.

Hurry.

You've got to get out of here.

You must leave.

You don't belong here.

Wow! You're beautiful.

Everything's better here.

Even the cats.

Quickly.

You don't have much time.

Please, miss Haru,

before it's too late.

Wait a minute.

How do you know my name?

Miss Haru! Miss Haru!

- Huh?

- Oh, not him again.

There you are.

I finally found you.

We seemed to have accidentally

dropped you upon entry.

Your fat servant

exceeded our weight limit.

Fat servant?

No, this is Muta.

He's a friend.

That's nice. Come on.

Everyone's dying to meet

their new Princess.

Fat friend, you can come, too.

I don't know about this.

The king is waiting

in your castle.

- My castle?

- The royal palace.

- My castle?

- Well, soon enough.

Hey, where do you think

you're going?

The king's waiting for me.

It's rude not to say hi.

Have you completely

lost your mind?

- This way.

- Wait a minute.

Can she come with us?

Who are you?

I'm Yuki.

I serve at the royal table.

Oh, so you're employed

by the king?

She works at the castle.

You'll see her there.

- Come.

- See you soon, Yuki.

Ow, ow, ow! Hey!

Poor Haru.

Ugh, look at that. Creepy.

Mmm, looks good.

My future daughter-in-law.

Hmm.

All right! Think I'll go

and have a look in person.

Hm. Why does that fatso

seem so familiar?

You'll need to change

before meeting the king.

I get new clothes?

- Please wait here, sir.

- I'm the baby-sitter.

- Back off.

- What's your problem?

Help yourself to refreshments

while you wait.

Yeah, okay, I'll wait.

Oh...

Hey, not bad.

Miss Haru, you're so lucky.

Every girl in the cat kingdom

has a crush on prince Lune.

I'm sure you'll be

very happy together.

You think? No, wait.

I don't think I wanna do this.

Wow, don't you look good.

Welcome to

the royal family, babe.

Hmm.

Mmm.

- Tell me, who is that cat?

- I believe his name is Muta.

Muta?

Never heard that name.

No match for my stomach.

Hmm...

King, I'm really flattered

by all this

But I don't want

to get married.

You what? I was told

you had already consented.

She has consented.

That's what I was told.

What does the prince say?

He is away

on official business.

Look, first of all,

we don't really know each other

And second of all,

he's a cat, right?

And I'm not.

So, clearly, I can't marry him.

- Huh?

- Huh?

That has already

been taken care of.

You're half cat already.

Oh...

See, miss Haru?

Look at that. I'm a cat.

Muta!

Muta, what happened?

He had a weakness

for catnip jelly.

He saw the bowl

and dove right in.

Muta, you weren't supposed

to die. It's all my fault.

Don't leave me like this, Muta.

Time for the celebration.

No, I won't leave him!

Then we'll bring him with us.

- That's prince Lune's bride.

- She has lovely fur.

And such delicate paws.

I hear you don't care for mice

But I bet you can't resist

my juicy, raw fish, huh?

I'm not sure

she's enjoying herself.

- How about some entertainment?

- Excellent suggestion.

- Not entertaining enough.

- Yes, sire.

Next.

Whoever's next

better not stink. Got it?

Your majesty, I promise that I

will make the young lady smile.

- Shall we try him?

- Sure. Why not?

Huh?

Excuse me.

Would you care to dance?

Oh no, I'm a meow-sy dancer.

Now I'm starting

to talk like a cat.

Just trust me.

Well, she seems to be

entertained now.

What's happening to me?

I've never felt

like this before.

Maybe life as a cat

wouldn't be so bad.

Careful, Haru.

Don't lose yourself.

Huh?

Believe in who you are.

I said so before, didn't I?

Then you must be...

Stop right there, pal!

You're not from my kingdom,

are you?

Exactly who are you?

How rude of me.

I should have introduced myself.

I am exactly

who I appear to be.

I am baron Humbert von Gikkingen

and I have come for Haru.

Baron!

- He's so cool.

- He is handsome.

He can't have her. Seize them!

I'm stuffed.

Muta? You're still alive!

Oh no!

Give me back

my daughter-in-law.

Quickly, get his majesty

to a safe place.

Emergency exit for all guests.

Enjoy your day.

Great technique, Muta.

I just lost my balance.

Over here.

Yuki, you're here.

I'm so thankful you were able

to help miss Haru, baron.

Do we know each other?

Many of us here

know of you and your bureau.

Yuki, I'm an idiot.

I should've left when you said.

Now look at me.

If you leave here by dawn,

You can still turn back

into a human.

I will?

This will get you

outside the castle.

- Perfect.

- Wait. Where's Muta?

Hmm.

He'll be fine.

We just need to get you home.

The back of the castle.

The door to your world

is at the top of that tower.

You've got to be kidding me?

The only way to get to the tower

is through the king's maze.

Naturally.

Good luck. And, baron,

take good care of Haru.

Hey, wait.

She's already gone. I didn't

have a Chance to thank her.

Haru, does her voice

sound familiar to you?

Is it possible that she told you

to seek help at the cat bureau?

Haru, go to the cat bureau.

You must find the cat bureau.

You're right.

That was her voice.

But why help me?

Ah! Ah! Ah!

Whose idea was it to leave

without me? I nearly got k*lled.

This is no time

for finger pointing.

You're leaving me again?

- Are they going in?

- Yes, they've just begun.

Purr-fect.

No one's ever come out alive,

have they?

We can watch them go nuts

from over here.

Hurry, we don't have much time.

- It's still noon.

- It's always noon here.

What? What do you mean?

At home,

it's already after midnight.

What? We've got to go faster.

Where do we go?

They're lost already?

They're doing worse

than most of our victims.

Pleased, your majesty?

Feeling good, babe.

- Where are the guards?

- Right there.

Hut, hut, hut, hut...

Let's start with this path.

If we're methodical,

we'll find our way.

Keep your eye on the tower. That

will allow us to stay oriented.

Good idea.

Muta, you're cheating.

Gimme a break.

You think I'll get in trouble?

He's cheating.

She's gonna rub this

in my face, isn't she?

Let's get out of here

while Muta keeps them occupied.

Again, I'm tricked

into being bait.

Stay behind me, Haru.

Wow!

Oh, how's your cane?

Bent, but it's about time

for a new one anyway.

I never knew

they were so useful.

Nice shot, sire.

- Oh no, you hit one of ours.

- I did?

- Your majesty, how could you?

- Let's keep that between us.

Excuse me, but I think

there's a bit of a problem.

Our guards are scattered.

Don't tell me

they're lost, too?

Where's my Princess?

She's already halfway through.

- Hey!

- You found us.

- What's that way like?

- Just dead ends.

Now this is more like it, babe.

Hm, another dead end. My, my,

this is getting interesting.

Two rights and a left...

Wait a minute,

I know there wasn't a wall here.

Your brain's overheating.

We just walked

through here, Muta.

What, walls have legs?

She's right, Muta.

This wall is fake.

- Told you.

- Good work, Haru.

All right, fine, good work.

How stupid do you have to be

to line up like dominoes?

- Princess!

- It's not safe, your majesty.

Go ahead. I'll catch up to you.

Oh!

What a show-off.

- I can walk.

- Don't worry.

Hmm?

Your majesty!

This is very dangerous.

I can't let them escape.

You'll never reach them in time.

Besides, we have guards

in the tower.

Why didn't you say so?

Toast.

Whoa!

- I'll speak to the contractors.

- It's too late for that.

We'll have to use the detonator.

Not that, I beg of you, sire.

Think of what it will do

to your approval ratings.

- Button.

- I left it in the castle.

- Look what I found.

- No! Oh! No!

Hey, we made it to the top.

Not much further now.

Bye-bye, tower.

- Baron!

- Brace yourselves.

Excellent expl*si*n,

your majesty.

Let's go.

You've got to be kidding.

We're back where we started.

Now what do we do?

Just stand here?

Nothing else we can do.

Hut, hut, hut, hut...

Quick, quick!

Get 'em! Get 'em!

Baron, nice to see you again.

Princess, would you please

accompany me back to the castle?

Being a cat's not so bad.

Do I have to learn to eat mice?

Perhaps you shouldn't give up

quite yet, Haru.

What in the world

has father done now?

Father!

Lune? You're back already?

The prince is here. Line up!

It's the prince?

Yuki sent a message

saying it was urgent I return.

Perhaps you'd like to tell me

what's going on?

Miss Haru!

- Yuki, you're here.

- I'm glad Lune made it in time.

I just wanted to repay

the girl who rescued you.

And I thought, just maybe,

you would be happy

To have a good-looking girl

like Haru for a bride.

I have already chosen my bride.

I have decided to marry Yuki.

That thing?

- Guess it was a surprise.

- I like this prince.

This is for you. I traveled

to your old home to get these.

I haven't had these in years.

Wow. I used to love those

when I was a kid.

I know. You fed me a whole box

when I was just a stray.

That filthy little kitten

was you?

You're so beautiful now, I never

would have recognized you.

Will you accept these crackers

as a symbol of my love for you

For as long

as our nine lives shall last?

So these crackers mean that

You can marry the Prince

instead of me!

I'm so happy for you.

Thank you, Haru.

Thank you for feeding me

when I was a kitten.

Without you

I might not be alive today.

You're the girl with the fish

crackers Yuki told me about.

And you also rescued me when

I nearly got k*lled by a truck.

We both owe you our lives, Haru.

What can we do to repay you?

You don't have to repay me.

I'm just glad things are fine.

I guess I did the right thing

after all.

This is all very moving.

I had no idea

you had a bride in mind already.

You should've told me.

Poor Haru.

You must feel like such a loser.

- Not really.

- I'm sure you do.

So, I have a great idea.

You should marry me instead.

I'll get you some fish, too,

As a symbol of my undying love

and all that.

So?

That's very generous,

but I just want to be myself.

I'll change you back

if you marry me.

Hm? I've had just about enough

of you.

Nobody who decided who I am

but me,

And there's no way

I'd ever marry you.

- Was that a no?

So you're not ready

to get hitched then, huh, kid?

- Not a Chance.

I respect a woman

who stands up for herself.

Even if she does stick her nose

in other people's business.

So I, Renaldo Moon,

will defend her.

- Renaldo?

- Renaldo Moon?

- The Renaldo Moon?

- So that's who he is.

- Who?

- How could you have forgotten?

He's a notorious criminal whose

story is written on our walls.

Years back,

an enormous white cat appeared,

Devoured all the fish

in the lake and then ran off.

He called himself Renaldo Moon.

Did you really do that, Muta?

That's disgusting.

And this time

I'll eat the entire castle.

Hurry!

Get his majesty to safety, now!

Protect Haru from the king.

Yes, sir.

Cat guard, advance.

Oh, you traitor.

Please, sire, it's not safe.

Take miss Haru to the exit.

I'll hold back the king.

The tower collapsed.

It's all right,

the exit is still there.

- The Sky.

- Oh no, the sun's rising.

I'll get her to the exit.

- Nice.

- Run, Haru. Hurry.

Good luck, and thank you.

Mm-hm.

Goodbye, Yuki.

I wasn't wrong to save a cat.

No matter what happens,

I believe in my decision.

I believe.

I believe.

- I'll hold them off.

- Thanks, Muta.

- Where's the king?

- Up there.

Father, you'll hurt yourself.

Get down.

Has he lost his mind?

I'll find a way

to get him down.

Fight like a cat, you chicken!

With pleasure.

- Need help?

- Take care of Haru.

You got it.

I win, king.

How embarrassing.

I heard rumors

about a nosy cat figurine

Who likes to help others

with their problems.

I assumed you'd be a kitschy

knick-knack that collected dust.

Had I known you were this good,

I'd have asked you

to come and work for me.

I prefer a life of sticking

my nose in other's problems.

Where am I?

What have you done?

I didn't do anything.

The tower is hundreds of feet

shorter now.

I wouldn't be surprised

if the exit had moved as well.

- Oh no, the exit moved!

- We should have foreseen this.

But, look,

she's not a cat any more.

Help me!

I'm going to fall.

I'm going!

Haru!

Muta, I hope I'm not too heavy.

From now on,

you're not allowed to make...

...any more fat jokes.

I'm sorry, Muta.

Hold on!

I don't wanna die.

You're not dead yet.

Open your eyes.

- Baron?

- Spread your arms. Look down.

I can't. I'm scared.

Just trust me.

- Are you sure we're alive?

- Yes. For now.

I think I could

learn to like this.

What are

all these chickens doing here?

- A flock of crows?

- Perfect timing.

So, Muta, how does it feel to be

saved by a bunch of birdbrains?

- It sure took you long enough.

- Nice work, Toto.

I'm just glad I had enough

friends hanging out in the area.

Are you sure

we're not too heavy?

- You're light as a feather.

- Thanks.

I beg to differ.

Haru, look.

That's my school.

I don't believe it.

I'm gonna make it home.

Thank you, everyone.

Unbelievable.

We won't forget you, miss Haru.

Your majesty?

I've been thinking.

It may be time for me to retire.

I think I shall

accompany you, sire.

Thanks, Toto.

Oh boy,

my heart is still pounding.

- Scared, were you?

- Yes. But I had fun, too.

Really? I didn't.

Well then, now that

Haru's problem is solved,

We should let her go home

and get some rest.

Catnap.

I guess this is goodbye?

One last chore to do.

Baron, just for the record,

I think I may have

a little crush on you.

Just for the record, I admire a

woman who speaks from the heart.

If you ever need us, you will

know how to find us again.

And the bureau's doors will be

open to you, be it day or night.

Until then, trust yourself.

Goodbye.

I'll miss you!

Toto.

Baron.

And fatso!

- Fatso? I heard that.

- She's only telling the truth.

Shut up, birdbrain.

Don't give me that again

or I might drop you.

Shut up, you birdbrain.

Oh! I've got to get up.

Morning.

Haru? What are you

doing up so early?

- It's not even a school day.

- I'm going out with Hiromi.

- Don't want to waste the day.

- Huh?

So...

I made some breakfast

for both of us.

- What?

- I'm done so help yourself.

And I made some tea, too.

- Oh, by the way,...

...That's my own

special blend of tea.

It's different every time so

I can't guarantee the flavor.

Oh, okay.

What do you know? Smells good.

That's a great outfit.

I got some big news

you'll be excited about.

Yeah? What is it?

Machida broke up

with his girlfriend.

- Oh, that's too bad.

- What? Are you kidding?

- What do you mean?

- I thought you'd be ecstatic.

Not really.

Doesn't matter any more.

- Hey, are you okay?

- I'm fine.

- Liar.

- I'm better than ever.

What's going on

with you and Tsuge?

Nothing new.

- Come on.

- Nothing's happening.