01x09 - Episode 9

[bunniefuu]

This isn't just a little test.

Youta could lose his bride forever.

What did you do with Yuzu's guards?

I had them replaced immediately.

It's difficult to see through a charm.

I do feel a bit sorry for them.

They allowed pests near Yuzu.

If she'd gotten hurt,
they would've suffered worse.

How is Yuzu?

She seems to have calmed down.

I boosted the lesser ogres' combat
abilities so they could protect Yuzu,

so their ability to
communicate is diminished.

I should've given them the
ability to use telepathy.

Takamichi, get a listening device
that looks like jewelry

so Yuzu can wear it all the time.

I... don't think she'll appreciate that.

Also, about moving Yuzu-sama's
grandparents into the mansion annex...

They rejected our offer?

Yes. They're attached to the
home they've lived in for years

and they don't want to leave the place
where they have memories with Yuzu-sama.

I see.

I can't be pushy now
that they've said that.

Then we'll have to erect a
barrier around their house.

If I'd done that from the start,
I could've protected Yuzu from despair.

But I failed to take that step.

I assumed her guards would keep her safe.

I'll erect the barrier myself.

I'll return to the mansion once
I've finished my remaining work.

Tell Yuzu to come home, too.

Yes, sir.

Oh?

Hey, Reiya-kun!

Let go of me, Mom and Dad.

Is your bride not here today?

I'm bringing her on the final day.

I'm so excited to see her

and how much you'll fawn
over her when she's around.

Me, too.

I'm in a hurry. Please let go of me.

Aw, what?

Reiya-kun's in a hurry to
get back to his bride.

Oh, really? Oh, to be young.

It reminds me of our own past.

They must be madly in love.

So madly in love.

Why are they always so high-energy?

Our personalities are so different,
I still wonder if I wasn't adopted.

If you'll excuse me...

Be careful you don't get
bewitched by a fox this time.

The next Kiryuin clan head
must be better than that.

He acts ridiculous, but he's still
the head of the Kiryuin clan.

Kiryuin Senya is the perfect example of
a book you can't judge by its cover.

That goes without saying.

THE OGRE'S BRIDE

- EPISODE 9:
SELF-AWARENESS

- I'll be back.

- We'll be waiting.

Make sure you get along with Kiryuin-san.

I will.

They're kissing?

Reiya!

No.

Yuzu.

No. No.

Reiya said he loved me of all people.

His words saved me.

I felt lost at times. I didn't
believe I was good enough.

But none of that matters anymore.

I don't want to lose Reiya to anyone.

I love you, Reiya!

What's gotten into you, Yuzu?

I love you, Reiya.

So...

So love me, not Takamichi-san.

Why are you bringing up Takamichi?

Because... aren't you two dating?

What makes you say that?

Did someone say something to you?

Sakurako-san. And Karin said everyone
at school knows about it, too.

Call Ouga and Sakurako this instant.

Y-Yes, sir.

Hello, Ouga? Come to the Kiryuin
mansion with Sakurako right away!

You thought Takamichi and I were dating?

That's what Sakurako-san and Karin said.

I've told you so many times.

I love you. I've done my
best to show you that.

But you believed Sakurako and
your sister's words over mine?

But... but...

You were just kissing
Takamichi-san earlier.

Earlier? When?

I saw you from inside the car.

Are you sure you saw us?

What?

Takamichi's back was turned towards you.

But that's what it looked like.

Takamichi was just removing
a stain from my tie.

What? But...

You jumped to conclusions.

E-Even if I was wrong about
that, there's other evidence.

L-Like this.

Nonsense.

Nonsense?

How is this proof?

Those pictures were taken
to make it look that way.

Takamichi and I are just a
retainer and his master.

Nothing more, nothing less.

Really?

Really.

I wouldn't lie to you.

Trust the man who loves you.

That's the first time you've
told me you love me.

Th-That was, um...

Were you lying?

No. I do love you... I think.

You didn't need the last bit.

I finally got to hear how you feel.

I'll be merciless from now on,
so prepare yourself.

You'll have no reason to
doubt my feelings ever again.

B-Be gentle with me, please.

Reiya...

Reiya...

I love Reiya.

I apologize for my sister
Sakurako's untoward behavior!

Brother, I did nothing untoward.

Fool! You spoke nonsense to his bride!

I merely told her the truth!

Sakurako, I don't know what's
got you so confused,

but Reiya-sama and I are not
in a romantic relationship.

It's all right, Takamichi-sama.
I understand.

Status and sex do not matter
when it comes to love.

Ouga.

That hurts, Brother. What are you doing?

Please, just shut up.

You're embarrassing me.

I thought you were a good sister.

I had no idea you were so delusional.

Sakurako-san, why are you so certain
they're in a romantic relationship?

I know. Show some respect for Reiya-sama.

I'm not sure Sakurako's
entirely to blame.

The two of you are also responsible.

How are we responsible?

Well...

Reiya-sama ignores every beautiful
woman who approaches him.

He even treats men harshly.

But he allows only you to be around him.

He's even kind to you, so people think...

I-Is that what people believed?!

Some girls took it seriously.

I'm saddened to hear my
sister was one of them.

I don't "believe" anything.
It's the truth.

So I decided I'd watch
over their relationship.

Reiya-sama and I are merely
master and retainer.

But you were angry about Reiya-sama's
bride not being good enough for him.

That has nothing to do with this!

Is this what the two of
you are really like?

No, you just pay too little
attention to others, Reiya-sama.

They've always been like this.

I see. I thought Sakurako
was a more demure woman.

I'd heard he wasn't
interested in others,

but this seems like a serious problem.

There's a rumor about it going
around Sakurako's school.

It must've reached your sister.

I'm terribly sorry.

The misunderstanding has been
resolved. Don't worry about it.

No, what Sakurako did is a problem.

She even had these!

Brother, that's my collection!

What is it?

She had her school's
manga club draw these.

This isn't even all of them.

CONTRACTS AND COSTS

My collection!

Sakurako, no matter what you think,
Yuzu's the only person I love.

You misunderstood that and
hurt Yuzu's feelings.

I have nothing but rage for you.

There's really nothing between
you and Takamichi-sama?

Reiya-sama.

I've been chosen to be your fiancée.

My name is Kiyama Sakurako.

I see.

As his fiancée, my job was to serve

as the Kiryuin clan head's
partner and support Reiya-sama.

Burdened with the future of
our families since birth,

Reiya-sama has been
adored by many demons.

But...

at times, he seemed sad somehow.

I see. So that's how it is.

Don't let it happen again.

Yes, sir.

Milady, I'm terribly
sorry for saying things

that upset you due to
my misunderstanding.

I love Reiya.

Becoming his bride means diving
into a world I can't imagine.

Am I prepared for that?

Everyone's so kind to me
just because I'm his bride.

I don't blame you for having
complicated feelings about me.

Sakurako-san, your conduct is refined.

You must've trained so
much as Reiya's fiancée.

Takamichi-san and Ouga-san, you've
supported Reiya since you were young.

You've lovingly watched over

the future head of the Kiryuin
clan for Reiya's sake.

Compared to you, I'm an ordinary
human with no strengths.

I should have nothing to do
with such an incredible clan.

So I'd like to learn more from you.

About this clan, about demon
customs, and about Reiya.

I'll do my best to earn your
approval as his bride.

I appreciate your help.

Oh, she really doesn't get it.

Reiya-sama has lived under constant
pressure due to his position.

None of us could soothe his heart.

When Reiya-sama met her, he changed.

She's far from being an ordinary
human with no strengths.

Because she's his bride?

No, I feel like it's more than that.

Perhaps it's fate.

They both have a similar air about them.

Yuzu-sama, whose parents
never showed her love,

and Reiya-sama, who never
opened his heart to others.

Their lonely souls

were drawn together as though by
fate and resonated with each other.

Yuzu-sama,

please forgive all our rude behavior.

Takamichi-san?

You are the precious bride
of the Kiryuin family.

I'm glad you're his bride,
though I hate to admit it.

I was just jealous because Reiya-sama
looks at you so kindly.

We will continue to support
you as best we can.

Reiya-sama has finally found a
place where he can feel at peace.

That is what a bride provides.

Good morning.

Takamichi-san?

Wh-What's wrong? Do you feel unwell?

No, I'm fine. Don't worry about me.

Reiya, help! Takamichi-san is...

I'm sorry!

What about Takamichi?

Reiya, put some clothes on.

We're lovers now.
You needn't be so embarrassed.

Yeah, but...

Oh, right. I'm taking you to the
final day of the demon banquet.

What? Who, me?

You're going to meet my parents.

Are you sure I'll be okay?

Don't worry. I'll be with you.

Okay.

Oh, right.

Takamichi-san is in trouble.

He looked really pale.

I'm off.

Sheesh.

Takamichi-san was punished by Reiya-sama.

Punished?

Sakurako snitched on him for complaining
about you behind your back, remember?

I thought that matter
was resolved already.

You might be kind enough to forgive
him, but Reiya-sama isn't.

How was Takamichi-san punished?

You're better off not
knowing some things.

What?

There are still more sides
to Reiya that I don't know.

I'm going home.

Karin.

I've had enough.

I'll lose my mind if I'm
stuck in my room all day.

Karin, how many times
do I have to tell you?

We're under house arrest.

Are you saying Nadeshiko-sama's
more important than me?

Don't you care about me?

I hate this place.

Everyone looks at me with contempt.

I thought brides were
supposed to be cherished.

Karin, I love you.

I wish I could grant you
all of your desires.

But we can't stay in the fox demon
clan if we defy Nadeshiko-sama.

Please be patient for now.

Karin!

Karin.

Mom, Dad, You came to get me
because you were worried.

Listen, this house is terrible.

I'm glad we found you.
Could you apologize to Yuzu?

What?

The Kogetsu clan cut us off.

On top of that, we were
told to move far away.

I'm sure Yuzu will convince
Kiryuin-sama to forgive us.

No way.

Why do I have to apologize to her?

You're always so selfish.

The Kogetsus wouldn't have abandoned
us if you had your act together.

Anyway, honey, give it to her.

Right.

DEAR YUZU

This is a written apology.

If you see Yuzu, please give this to her.

Got that? See you later.

Karin...

DEAR YUZU

Karin, calm down!

Screw this!

Mom and Dad suddenly only
care about my sister!

They took such good care of me and
bragged to everyone about me.

You were nice to me and
did everything I asked.

But now you won't do anything for me.

Everything's gone wrong since my
sister was chosen to be a bride.

She's ordinary.

She's not special like me.

It's her fault.

It's all my sister's fault.

Translator: Sho Stifler
Timer: Edgar Cruz

Editor: Salem Alabanza
Quality Control: Gabriella Alabanza

Final Quality Control: Michelle Tymon

NEXT TIME
EPISODE 10: THE DEMON BANQUET