01x06 - The Misanthrope and the Light of Dawn

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Advanced Class

Jan. 14th (Tues.)

Class Duty: Minazuki

Isaki and I are thinking

of becoming two separate humans.

Separate humans?

Yes.

At first, the plan was

to become one human,

to stop living a halfhearted

existence as a werewolf

But after talking things over,

we don't see a need to merge

into a single personality.

Does that mean you'll

each have your own body?

Yes.

Is that even possible?!

When we enrolled, the director

told us that was an option.

Really?

I used to think it'd be better

if I didn't exist.

But after starting

an exchange diary with Isaki,

we want to be there for each other.

I see.

Sure, I'll discuss it

with the principal and director.

Thank you very much!

So what will you do

after you become humans?

Until now, you were planning to enter

a private liberal arts university.

But now with two Ohgamis

in need of a career path

Huh?

Eh?

Oh, no, Mr. Hitoma.

I didn't think about that at all!

Ah

Episode 6

The Misanthrope and the Light of Dawn

Jan. 17th (Fri.)

Class Duty: Usami

Okay,

let's talk about the final

assignments for the advanced class.

In order to graduate and become human,

you need to pass the final assignment.

The principal and director will prepare

a personalized task for each of you.

None of that matters to me.

I got 150 points deducted

for sneaking off campus.

So there's no point in doing

the final assignment.

"The final assignment

is meant to challenge you

in ways that a class can't teach."

Or so the principal said.

Graduation or not,

you'll have to do the assignment.

You have until the end

of February to submit it.

I want you all to do

your best to complete it.

We've just received our final

assignments from the principal.

Mine is to hunt down

one of the director's gems.

A treasure hunt?

This contains hints to the gem's location.

Final Assignment

Kyoka Minazuki

Oh? Now that sounds like a fun time.

As for me,

I have to collect the signatures of

every enrolled student and faculty member.

Signatures?

So they just write down their names?

They're treating me like I'm stupid.

This should be easy.

Mine is writing the sports anthem

for our field day next year.

Sounds perfect

for a music lover like you.

I have to write a 20,000-character novella

with a cast of five or more people.

None of the assignments

seem overly difficult.

Instead of the end of February,

we might see everyone finish in January.

Jan. 24th (Fri.)

Class Duty: Minazuki

How are you all doing

on your final assignments?

Pretty good, if you ask me.

I'm done with the melody

and the lyrics for the chorus.

You're working on the lyrics

and music at the same time?

I wanted to nail the chorus first

since it's the key part,

and then build out the rest from there.

Huh, now that's an interesting approach.

How about you, Usami?

I've already talked to every student.

But it's impossible.

What do you mean?

Take a look.

Are these paw prints?

The beginner class is still getting

used to their human forms,

and a lot of the students can't write yet.

I got their paw prints, but the principal

said they don't count as signatures.

The beginner class won't be easy

How are you doing, Ohgami?

Why would they say this?

Why? I can't understand how they feel!

Sounds like you're struggling, too.

How's your assignment going, Minazuki?

The first hint was a crossword puzzle,

which I found hard but managed to solve.

I see.

The next one's just as difficult,

and I'm still figuring it out.

I'm sure I'll manage to get it, though!

Since I solved the first one.

Yeah.

There's still more than a month left.

Don't stress out and panic.

Just keep on chipping away. Got it?

Yes!

Jan. 31st (Fri.)

Class Duty: Ohgami

There we go!

Music and lyrics, all done!

I'm glad to hear it, Haneda.

Once I show it to the principal and

get his okay, I'll finish the assignment!

Splendid work, Tobari!

You did it! You're the first one!

I'm mad that you beat me to it.

Still, congratulations.

Thanks. How are you all doing?

I'm giving lessons every day for the

beginner class to teach them to write.

My story's over 20,000 characters now.

You sure did work hard, Ohgami.

So you're done now?

Actually, the plot's gotten too big!

What?

The cast has taken on a mind of their own,

with no ending in sight

after 20,000 characters!

I don't know when I'll ever finish!

I see. That sounds rough.

What about you, Kyoka?

I'm ashamed to say

that I've made no progress.

I see. Want me to help?

No, that won't be necessary.

This is my assignment.

I'll see through it all by myself.

Got it.

Well, let us know if you need anything.

We're here to help.

Thank you for your concern.

Feb. 7th (Fri.)

Class Duty: Minazuki

I've finished!

A novella with a minimum of 20,000

characters and a cast of five or more!

It's complete!

The final character count is 38,033!

Good job, Ohgami.

I think I might enjoy

coming up with stories.

That's great!

It's embarrassing to ask,

but would you care to read it?

Sure!

Feb. 14th (Fri.)

Class Duty: Usami

Signature Book

Sui Usami

I'm done

I spent so much time teaching them

to write, day in and day out.

Some ran away.

Some were scared.

Some set up traps for me.

What a royal pain.

I see. You worked really hard.

Um

Kyoka, how's your assignment going?

I mean, if there's anything I can do,

please don't hesitate to ask for help!

You're too kind.

That said, it's my assignment,

so I'll do my best by myself.

I learned the hard way!

If you don't put your feelings into words,

they won't get through!

So perhaps I may be acting out of line

But if you need help,

feel free to ask at any time!

Yes, I'll ask when the time is right.

Kyoka!

Tell me what part

you're having trouble with!

I'll help you out!

Thank you for offering.

However, this assignment is

for me to solve, so I'll be just fine.

I can tell it's fake.

What?

I've never liked the way you smile.

It reminds me of the person I love,

forcing a smile on her face.

I simply hold pride

in always staying positive.

Forced as it may be, it is my wish

to challenge myself and overcome this.

So there's no problem at all.

That attitude's what ticks me off!

Usami.

It's fine, Mr. Hitoma.

Is the point of this assignment

not to overcome it yourself?

I appreciate the concern you've shown me,

but please understand.

You always try and handle

everything on your own.

Will you be able to ask for help

when you really need it?

I

I have no need for your help.

Feb. 21st (Fri.)

Class Duty: Haneda

One week left until the deadline.

Will Minazuki be okay?

Mr. Hitoma!

Morning!

Ah, Ohgami.

Wait, is today the full moon?

Kyoka and Ushami are fighting, no cap?

What do you make

of the situation with Kyoka?

I think it's important to admit

when you can't do something by yourself.

I see

In that case

Mr. Hitoma, you ever takopa'd?

Takopa?

I couldn't find octopus on short notice,

so there's konjac in it instead.

There isn't any seafood in konjac,

so I can eat without hesitation.

The idea's that if you chat while

cooking and eating all together,

you can ask about real

heavy stuff, no prob!

No prob, huh?

Plan number one.

Make Kyoka think that I have zero clue,

and figure out where she's stuck.

Hey, how's the assignment going, Kyoka?

Right off the bat?!

I'd say I'm making progress.

Oh, for real?

What's your assignment, anyway?

Mine is a treasure hunt.

Sounds like fun!

What do you do?

You solve puzzles one by one.

So it's not just one problem?

That's right.

The first one was a crossword puzzle,

and the solution was "Gotemba".

Final Assignment

Isaki's heard of that!

They have an outlet mall there!

And? What's the second problem?

Oh, well, you see

Final Assignment

Kyoka Minazuki

Wait, is the second

one, like, super hard?!

Some kinda crazy math problem?

Isaki just can't with math!

The second appears

to be some sort of riddle.

It says

Final Assignment Problem 2

Try and remember!

The very first class!

And when you trace them in order?

Try and remember.

The very first class.

And when you trace them in order

That's what it says.

I looked up the first class for beginner,

intermediate, and advanced levels,

but I couldn't figure it out.

What was our first class

for the beginner level?

A tour of the school.

After the tour, they handed out

a hiragana worksheet.

And then we introduced ourselves.

The beginner class starts by learning

about writing and speaking.

That's right.

Kyoka, do you remember

our first introductions?

Our first introductions?

Your name and the reason

you want to be human.

I want to become human to repay

the kindness a human showed me.

That's why I also want to

help the people around me.

And so

Kyoka, I'm sorry about what I said!

What?

I wasn't thinking about how you felt,

wanting to do your best.

I just wanted to help.

For my own satisfaction.

Usami

No, don't say that.

You're not at fault here, Usami.

I should also

Well

Minazuki.

You know

I can't do anything

without depending on others.

Even for stuff I was asked to do,

I often find I can't do it alone.

I think it's a really important skill to

be able to ask others when that happens.

No human can survive all on their own.

We bother those around us,

as they bother us.

Life is all about supporting

each other in that way.

Is it really all right?

Would it be all right for me to ask you

for your precious time?

I already said it was okay.

Fine by me as well.

Yeah! You betcha!

Everyone

Oh, don't forget I'm here, too.

That goes without saying, Mr. Hitoma!

Everyone, please lend me your assistance!

Yeah!

Final Assignment Problem 1

Solve the

crossword puzzle!

The answer to the first

problem was Gotemba.

The key phrases for problem two

are "the very first class",

and "when you trace them in order".

What could it mean?

Since I was teaching

the beginner class kids,

I have the very first

printouts they give you.

Hiragana Table

A map of the school and a hiragana chart.

What are you supposed to trace in order?

Could it be the solution

to the crossword puzzle?

Ko

Go-te-m-ba.

Ha

There.

Hiragana Table

Wait!

Could it be?

Hiragana Table

Ha

Ko

N

So that's what it was!

Science Prep Room

Let us go and take a look!

Excuse us.

Final Assignment

Kyoka Minazuki

So somewhere in here

Here it is!

Final Assignment

Kyoka Minazuki

Kyoka Minazuki. Final assignment.

That's it!

Office

Final Assignment

Kyoka Minazuki

Found it!

Here!

Final Assignment

Kyoka Minazuki

Final Assignment

Kyoka Minazuki

I found it!

Advanced class student

Teacher

Location from a dream

A certain

love story

A certain love story.

Location from a dream.

Teacher.

Advanced class student.

What do they mean?

Could one of us here be

harboring feelings for Mr. Hitoma?

Hey, wait. That can't be it.

What's the next thing it says?

Final Assignment Problem 3

Where was the confession?

The final problem asks,

"Where was the confession?"

What?!

Isaki, does that ring a bell?

I-I-Isaki?!

I-If you ask Isaki

Well

Mr. Hitoma

What?!

Wait, did you and Isaki

I don't know what you're thinking,

but you're wrong!

At least I think so!

Hey! You say something, too, Ohgami!

Isaki can't talk here

Why not?!

This is Isaki we're

talking about, not Isaki!

Isaki can't just go blabbing about it!

What's this all about?

Actually, the novel that Isaki wrote

for her graduation assignment

Isaki can't say any more!

Isaki will go back to being

Isaki tomorrow, so ask Isaki then!

In my novel, it took place

under the cherry tree.

Let's all look for it!

Time to hunt for treasure!

Hey, wait, everyone!

Make sure you don't go

beyond the cherry tree!

Minazuki!

I see it. Up there!

A treasure chest.

It sure is high up.

Will it come falling down if we shake it?

Let me give it a try.

There!

You suck.

How about we throw something at it?

Like a game of darts or target practice.

That's an excellent suggestion!

Excuse me.

Could I possibly impose upon you to use

that feather to knock the chest down?

That's no good!

How could you?!

No need to be so formal.

Ask a little more casually,

and I'd be happy to.

Casually?

You sounded so pompous,

it caught me off guard.

Pompous?

Tobari, can you grab that box for me?

Sure thing!

Okay, here goes nothing.

Yes!

There!

You did it!

Oh, no! The barrier!

Minazuki, stop!

Mr. Hitoma!

Are you hurt?

No, I'm fine.

The box is safe as well!

Thank you so much.

Congratulations!

Looks like everyone in the advanced class

has finished their final assignments!

Principal, my apologies

for taking so long.

I would not have been able to

complete this assignment alone.

However, I was able to see it through

thanks to my wonderful friends.

As such

Please distribute my points equally among

the four of us in our class.

Once again

Congratulations!

With this, all of your graduation

assignments have been submitted.

And we have decided which students meet

the requirements to graduate.

We will have one student

graduating this year.

She has no violations on record,

and has consistently acquired points.

A student with the clear academic

and social skills to survive among humans.

However, she could never muster

the courage to rely on others.

A student adamant on doing

everything by herself.

But by relying on others

for her graduation assignment,

she finally learned to become a bother.

For these reasons stated,

the one graduating will be

Kyoka Minazuki.

You're the one.

Thank you very much!

Next Episode:

The Misanthrope and the Fruitless Love Fortune