02x12 - Call of the Night

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I feel sick...

Please don't barf on me.

You really can't hold your liquor!

Don't laugh! Help me!

So, where to now?

Are you okay?

Need some water?

Yeah...

Let's go buy some, Nazuna.

Okay.

Which store should—

Um...

Listen, you two...

I'm not doing so great at the moment.

When I'm like this, I'm really unstable.

You shouldn't leave me alone.

I'm serious.

One of you stay with me.

Okay.

Nazuna—

Don't want Nanakusa.

Want Yamori.

What's wrong with me?!

No way! I'm not loaning out Kou!

I'll hire him, then.

Huh?

You're professional cuddle buddies, right?

Is this enough?

I'm gonna go buy so much water!

Huh?!

{OP}

Midnight alight sees ego, desire, regrets come and go

Vision blurred by rain I see your wet silhouette in a neon glow

Please don't wake until the morning, time will flow

Woo yeah, yeah, yeah

With a resigned face I say goodnight

Thought I'd caught up, but it's a mirage

Lemme feel you like I did in those days

Thrown away any dignity I had for show

I f*cked up in so many ways, yeah

Night doesn't go by slow

A lighter in the dark but the gas is low

Status quo

Hold up a sec, huh

I got a family, I got a life

Won't be torn away

Before I could even start lying she had me straddled

La di la di la la

Today she's humming a tune while unlocking my suite

Walks to her own beat

It started years ago but now we're on repeat

Gotta choose, a place in the sun or embrace darkness so sweet

Write more

Sing more

Demands then laughs

We melt into tomorrow just as you planned

Not that I care, as you see

Can't stop ya, ha ha ha

With a resigned face I say goodnight

Thought I'd caught up, but it's a mirage

Lemme feel you like I did in those days

Thrown away any dignity I had for show

I f*cked up in so many ways, yeah

Night doesn't go by slow

A lighter in the dark but the gas is low

Status quo

{Part A}

What do I do now?

Yamori.

Yeah?

Can you talk to me?

About anything.

I just need the distraction.

Well, um...

Once upon a time...

Want me to k*ll you?

...there was a kid who did a pretty decent job at being a model student.

That's me, by the way.

Pretty decent, huh?

I can see that.

A lot happened,

I got sick of it,

and here I am.

But then, I met a vampire.

I got to see a couple kissing out in public on an overpass.

I realized that grownups can be pretty pathetic too.

Then I met a lady who was so tired of work she broke down crying,

a guy who got rejected and went mental,

maids who act like you're their master or something,

and some dudes who I couldn't tell if they were pick-up artists or just nice.

Plus, I found out that every vampire has a completely different personality.

I've been meeting all kinds of people I normally wouldn't have.

Turns out there are lots of ways to be an adult.

I used to think grownups were, like, an alien species.

But they're just extensions of kids, aren't they?

More or less.

Was there a moment when you realized you'd grown up?

I'm not sure.

It's not just about growing older.

I think maturity comes from experiencing a lot of successes and failures.

By that standard, I'm not an adult. I've done nothing.

People.

Work.

Community.

Friends.

Love.

I haven't experienced any of those.

Um... er...

C-Could we slow down just a—

Like you're one to talk?

Just teasing.

But I hired a cuddle buddy, so I'm supposed to get some cuddling, right?

Um, I guess.

I haven't slept next to another human being since my parents died.

And even before my dad became a vampire,

my family had issues.

Later, I started to understand what my dad went through, but I needed to see him as a villain.

Now that's over.

I'm just a regular human being with a regular human life.

Yamori, being normal is hard.

Whenever I let my thoughts wander, they circle back to regrets.

Why did I spend all my time doing those things?

What were the past ten years for?

Was it all for nothing?

I'm back!

How're y'all holding—

Whoa!

She just fell asleep.

Why'd you wanna talk outside?

What do you think it means to live an ordinary life?

The slayer was saying...

Wait, you still want more booze?

Yeah.

I think she wants to be normal.

That's impossible.

No way.

You're kidding, right?

That's pretty harsh.

Well, it's impossible.

She was already a weirdo when I met her.

Even if she hadn't found out about vampires, I doubt she would've ever been normal.

Same goes for you.

What?

And Asai and Seki Mahiru.

You're all weirdos who think you're perfectly normal.

What?! All of us?!

I mean, sure, those two might be a little out there, but I feel like I'm relatively normal.

I bet all three of them think that about each other.

Who cares if you're weird?

I hope someday you guys realize it's fine.

Okay.

If I were to sum up what this whole incident was in the end,

I'd say an elaborate suicide attempt.

One that failed.

Although she's doing her best to act like she's over it,

the giant hole that took ten years to dig in the slayer's heart isn't going to fill back up that easily.

I wonder if there's something we can do for her.

She's probably asleep for now.

Maybe we should let her be and go for a little stroll.

Welcome home, Mas—

Wait, what?

Nazuna and Yamori!

Yo.

Hey.

Oh, perfect timing!

We're short on employees right now, so we're kinda in a bind.

Yeah? So what?

I owe you one!

Hurry to the back!

Actually, tonight—

Yamori, you make yourself at home.

Like I said...

I didn't come to work tonight!

So you there, mind if I take a swig of your beer?!

Uh, sure...

Good to see she's pretty pumped up about this.

Though a proper greeting first would be nice.

As long as she can drink beer, she'll be in a good mood.

Mayhaps maid work is her true calling.

Huh?!

Sir Yamori, fancy meeting you here.

LG?

Wait, all of it?

Why, thank you for the other day.

Pray tell, what brings you here tonight?

Oh, silly me!

This is a themed cafe graced by Lady Midori!

I have no doubt you came to see her in all her glory!

Did you know that came from an anime?

Really? That's where the concept of a cringey dark past came from?

I had no idea!

With a dash of love!

Wow! So cute!

I hope that made it tastier!

So what do you think makes someone fit for this job?

Yes, that's a good question.

Uh... okay?

A good question doesn't necessarily come with good answers, you see.

I think there's a bunch of factors.

Like being able to shrug off comments from customers.

Or if hospitality is your thing, or you like to drink.

But in the end, I think it comes down to liking people.

Yeah!

Yeah! Yeah!

That's right.

You won't die.

You look awful!

I think Kabura feels the same.

I don't want to k*ll you.

Stay up until you feel satisfied about your day.

Can I get a melon soda?

Of course!

Cheers!

I'll be right back with that.

I think you might be right.

{Part B}

Where am I?

And where are my glasses?

Ow.

And so, we came to hang out after work!

Heyo.

Oh, all three of you?

That's unusual.

Yamori!

What are those? For us?

Yeah!

He got them for us all to enjoy.

He called them an offering to the divine.

Huh?

I mean, I'll drink whatever.

Can someone uncork them?

Doesn't it make you nervous when it pops?

You're not actually supposed to pop the cork at all.

No way! For real?!

What a huge mess with that detective, huh?

I heard you were quite the hero, Yamori.

Not really.

I'm sorry you got dragged into it.

It's fine.

I heard what happened.

I'm still not okay with it.

Relax.

Still, it's true we settled things down without losing anybody.

I say we should celebrate for the time being.

Right, guys?

And so...

Cheers!

It's delicious!

Love knows his stuff, right?!

Where's Kabura?

She said she'll come after work.

Not that she needs to.

Don't say things like that.

Fine, fine.

Midori, isn't it about time you bring your offspring here?

What?

Why not?

Seri brought hers.

Thanks.

Yeah!

I told you guys what my trio do for a living too, remember?

Oh yeah, the ones who looked pretty loaded.

If you had to comment on that, you could've at least said they looked classy, Seri.

My bad!

Hear that, Midori?

Yeah, but Love himself said, "I fear I must refrain for I am unworthy of such honor."

I don't wanna force him, you know?

He talks like that?

And besides, if you met him, you'd all fall for him so hard!

Would we, now?

Now you've got me interested.

Speaking of which, Yamori joined in way early, didn't he?

He hasn't even turned or anything.

And whose fault is that?

Oh yeah, I was the first of us to check him out or try to take a bite out of him!

No, I was behind that.

Huh?!

I was the one who first noticed Yamori.

I noticed you had a human friend you were hanging out with.

What? That's creepy!

You're pretty naive, so I kept an eye out to make sure you were okay.

Naive?!

I'm aware you also snuck sips of blood from drunks on the street like a thief.

Wait, go back for a second.

What do you mean, you knew? You creep!

It's so pathetic.

At least try to keep a little dignity as a vampire.

Just shut up, okay?

What are you, my mom?!

Wait, why'd you stop talking?

That's even creepier.

It's time you got used to Kabura doting on you, Nazuna.

No, it's not something to get used to!

Maybe you just worry her because you keep fooling around with no sign of settling down.

Yeah, what she said!

How incompetent do you guys think I am?

How much further have you gotten in your relationship with Yamori, then?

How...

That's no one else's business!

What are you implying?

Wanna hear the deets on me and Aki?!

Huh?

No thanks.

What?

Why the hell not?!

Just listen.

You'll bawl your eyes out.

Huh?

Oh yeah? Love and I are all about pure love.

Pure love? Like that's even possible!

What? Seri, ours was pure too, right?

I mean, maybe that's just me talking,

Just stop already, Aki!

but I thought...

Hey!

Will you two come back already?

I'm so lonely here!

My head hurts.

I'm queasy.

It's everyone's favorite, time to talk about love!

The moon's so bright.

The slayer wanted the nights to be quiet.

Tonight is exactly the kind of night she wanted to get rid of.

Am I really glad that these kinds of nights still exist?

Whatcha doin'?

Nazuna.

You had this look like you were brooding over something complicated.

I did?

Yeah, totally.

What were you thinking about?

Well, nothing too important.

I want to help the slayer.

You gonna start k*lling vampires?

Of course not.

Anyway, she's done with that.

I want to find the vampire who turned her dad.

And talk to them.

Why?

Then maybe the slayer won't feel like her whole life's been a waste.

I wanna prove it.

Makes sense.

Hey!

It's a little early, but we're gonna bounce!

Already?

Can't you join us for one more glass at least?

Yeah, you should!

You guys are on your second chapter.

Second chapter?

You have no one to get in your way now.

Time for the next step!

Yeah, you two! Time for a smooch!

Smooch! Smooch!

Midori.

I wanna see it!

Seri.

Don't tease us so much.

Kou, let's go home.

O-Okay.

Okay then, we're off.

Goodnight.

Yeah.

Sure.

Uh...

Goodnight.

Nazuna!

Sorry, we got carried away.

Roger that.

Oof, that really wasn't cool teasing them like that.

Until now, Nazuna would've gotten mad and kissed him just to prove she could.

I guess she changed being with Yamori.

Seems like it.

I guess kissing is now something private reserved for the two of them.

That's touching, somehow.

True.

So yeah, cheers to Nazuna's emotional growth!

Cheers!

Whoa! I just saw something fly by!

Huh? What do you mean, "something"?

I don't see anything.

You sure you wanted to leave?

Yeah. Besides, you looked bored.

I wasn't exactly bored.

Partying with everyone isn't my favorite activity, either.

I don't mind it once in a while, but I'd get tired if I did it every day.

On the other hand, if every night was always quiet, I think I'd be bored outta my mind.

Plus...

Well, I guess I'm just glad both you and Kyouko are alive.

That's the takeaway?

Of course it is.

What's up?

I'm glad I get to be with you.

Wha—

Huh?

Why would you say that?!

Sorry, my bad!

But this is the first time I've seen you blush straight on.

Will you stop that?!

Idiot.

We're not going home yet?

We will soon.

Oh yeah, the slayer might still be asleep.

Yeah.

Look, Nazuna.

All those lights are individual people.

But also...

this.

You want this to be our private thing, right?

th Night

Ow.

{ED}

Stayin' up lullaby

Shine on me moonlight

Take my eyesight, blue light

Two-faced sides of neon light

Stayin' up lullaby

Take me away midnight

Bloodshot red eyes

Lullaby for grownups

Loved the nights since I was a kid

Didn't like to go to bed at nine

Just felt too good to waste

Wanted to know you more

Early bird catches you know what

Want to see it all no matter what, deeper, deeper, and deep

Vividly unraveling

o'clock to o'clock

I mean first time I rode you was

I'm a nobody, just a wannabe

Step by step, everything is all new

Your physique and that scent

The dark skin that suits the stillness

I was sucked into, as you are beckoning me

And then, you gave me music

Showed me your naked body

Sipped on booze I've never had

Smoked my old man's butts

Flooded with don't dos

Smeared with shouldn't knows

Under the screen of darkness coming to get us

You're always so capricious

Stayin' up lullaby

Shine on me moonlight

Take my eyesight, blue light

Two-faced sides of neon light

Stayin' up lullaby

Take me away midnight

Bloodshot red eyes

Lullaby for grownups