01x11 - The Love that Cannot Be

[bunniefuu]

[both grunt]

Did you forget?

I said touch her again

and die.

[NINA]

No!

[KING NOA]

Halt! Stand down!

A prince entering the arena

and an unsanctioned

private duel?

Such acts are forbidden!

Your wing is disqualified

and you are under house arrest

for one month.

[SPECTATOR 1]

But someone had to stop

that monster's k*lling spree.

[NINA]

Az.

Uh

[NINA]

Sett!

-[SETT] Nina.

-Let him go.

Huh.

Fascinating.

[SHIGAN]

There is no need for concern.

Although

the prince is confined,

he has every comfort.

[NINA] But he's not allowed

to see anyone, right?

It's not fair!

I would have died

if not for him!

[SHIGAN]

We must abide the king's order.

Hmm.

You're not having thoughts

of sneaking in there,

I presume?

[NINA]

How did she know?

[HIKAMI]

And appealing to the king

would only make matters worse.

[footsteps approaching]

[NINA]

But it's all my fault

that Sett is being

punished so harshly.

And I caused trouble

for Az, too.

No matter how hard I try,

I just make things worse for

Hey!

Get off!

Oh, dear!

Princess Alisha!

Someone from the Purple Wing

wishes to see you!

Hello, Prince Bidoh.

What are you doing here?

The festival beckons you.

Let us visit the city today!

[NINA]

Very suspicious.

I'll pass.

Thanks for the thought.

You can go now.

Adorable!

Your guard is up.

I swear not to try anything.

[BIDOH] Don't you want to see

the Galgadan capital?

-[whimpering]

-[NINA] Wellkind of.

[BIDOH]

Then off we go!

-[NINA] Hey, wait!

-[BIDOH] [chuckles] Come along.

[NINA]

Unhand me!

[NINA]

Az?

I invited them, too,

if that's all right.

[NINA] What kind of game

are you playing,

lecherous prince?

[indistinct chatter]

Ah!

How does it compare to Fortna?

It's gorgeous and so grand.

You can tell it's prosperous.

All of the citizens

of Galgada are wealthy.

[NINA] Why do they want

Fortna so badly

when they already have so much?

[ENSLAVER 1]

Prices start at 100!

[NINA]

Slavers?

They should be

ashamed of themselves!

Does Fortna not have sl*ves?

Let me explain.

[BIDOH]

Those people are from Teltan,

a conquered nation.

For a small investment,

you can get them to do

all the hard work

and live a life of leisure.

That may be pleasant

for Galgada,

but it's terrible

for those people.

[chuckles]

What fate do you expect for

those we have defeated?

Though,

I do hate to see suffering.

[NINA]

Strange.

I didn't think

he could make that expression.

I wonder what

Az thought of the auction.

Tell me

about that

raven-haired messenger.

Are you in love with him?

Huh?

Where'd you get

a crazy idea like that?

I can tell.

Was the gent perhaps

your personal guard

turned lover?

Secret trysts between

a princess and her shield?

A delightful and thrilling

romance for the ages!

[NINA]

Seriously?

I'll just ignore him

and stay quiet.

It's not like he even

knows Az is the king,

so there's no need to panic.

[BIDOH]

But you also have Sett.

Whatever shall

you do about him?

Now that's he's stuck inside,

I don't suppose he's likely

to find out, is he?

[chuckles]

Things are finally

getting interesting!

[NINA]

I knew I couldn't trust him.

[BIDOH] I can tell

you're still suspicious.

It's all right.

I'm not your ally,

but know that

I am also not your enemy.

Stop the carriage here.

The princess wishes

to walk and get some fresh air.

Right!

Hurry now

and bring that messenger

from the tournament

to escort us.

You know the one.

You can think of this

as a reward of sorts

for entertaining me.

[horse neighs]

[BIDOH] But it's only

for a short while.

[AZURE] That prince must be

scheming something.

[NINA]

Don't worry!

He doesn't know

who you really are.

He's just obsessed

with forbidden love.

He's confused.

He thinks

we're in an illicit romance.

You know, like between

a princess and her royal guard?

Anyway, that's why

he arranged all this.

You know better

than to trust that man.

You need protection.

Keep Hikami at your side.

I'm loath to say it,

but even while you're sleeping.

And stop being

reckless for a while.

[NINA] Instead of quality time,

I get a lecture?

Oh, right.

That's exactly

how he's always been.

That monster.

He was clearly targeting you.

[AZURE]

Perhaps

[NINA] We finally got

the chance to talk alone.

Why can't he be

just a little more

[AZURE]

Are you even listening?

[NINA] He knows

this is our last chance

to spend time together!

I can't stand you!

Catch me if you can, Az!

Catch me if you can!

[AZURE]

Why is she behaving this way?

We must stay together!

Come back here!

[grunting]

[AZURE] Right,

she's always been ridiculous.

[snickers]

Hmm.

[NINA] At this rate,

he's gonna catch me!

Oh. I sorta forgot

there's no actual reason

for me to run away.

Wait.

Huh?

Did I really lose him?

[bird chirping]

[NINA]

Why did I run to begin with?

This could be

our last time together,

so I'd better find him fast,

or else

Gotcha.

I have no idea

what you think you're doing.

That warmth.

You should know

the feeling's mutual.

[NINA] I find out you've

suddenly taken the throne.

Then you show up

out of nowhere here in Galgada

and promise to

take me back home?

I left for you!

And you overruled that choice!

You jerk!

[AZURE]

Nina.

How am I supposed

to feel about that?

I don't know

what I'm doing here anymore!

[NINA]

Please talk to me.

Sorry.

You're right.

I should have

told you everything.

When you left,

it-it k*lled me.

I decided to fight back

against fate for you.

[AZURE] My life is no longer

in danger as you feared it was.

The previous king

is now a caged bird.

All of his power belongs to me.

I won't let

Galgada take what's mine.

You have nothing to fear.

Not anymore.

Let's return to Fortna

together.

[NINA]

Return to Fortna

with Az?

A sweet dream

that warms my heart.

It's overwhelming.

♪

Hmm.

[Nina breathes heavily]

[whimpering]

Oh!

Nina?

Hmm.

It's too late.

I decided to protect Fortna

from Galgada.

It was difficult,

but I forged

a new life to do that.

And so

I can't go back with you.

[NINA]

I'm glad we got to talk.

I needed this.

With you on the throne,

I know

Fortna has a bright future.

[whimpering]

[NINA]

It hurts.

I just wish

you hadn't come.

Uh!

[NINA] I wish he'd forgotten

about me altogether.

If he had,

then maybe it wouldn't have

to hurt this much.

Deep in my heart,

there's a tiny flame

that's always burning.

It burns for the person

who found me.

And for the person who I found.

This is how I wanted it to be,

yet it still breaks my heart.

[TOAT]

It's finished.

I'm a true genius.

I should have done this

from the beginning.

The strength someone possesses

is ultimately useless.

[TOAT] Well, perhaps

it proved a little useful.

The sight of it gave me chills!

He was aloof, yet sublime.

[TOAT]

Pure and beautiful.

My God of death.

Did you need something?

Oh?

You wish to speak with me?

♪

♪

[GUARD] Fortna

is reinforcing its fortress.

My sources have informed me

that this undertaking was among

the first ordered

by their newly crowned king.

Really?

[KING NOA]

Are they planning to attack?

[GUARD] Nearly all our spies

within the castle were caught.

So, it will take some time

to figure out

the specific details

of whatever they are planning.

He is cunning, that one.

I had heard their

second prince was exceptional.

He's proving quite troublesome.

It is apparent we have not

a moment to waste.

One must be swift to succeed.

So be it.

We invade Fortna now

instead of waiting for spring.

[KING NOA]

It's an aggressive move,

but we have Sett on our side.

The w*r God will prevail.

♪

[SETT]

Who is that man to her?

Why did she

look at him like that?

Being unable to see someone

has never troubled me before.

Nina.

[Nina sighs]

[NINA]

It's only been two days.

But so much has happened,

I'm still reeling.

Enjoy yourselves

at the banquet.

♪

A thrilling championship!

Today's fight was intense!

[scoffs]

You were quite rude

to me the other day.

Then, it's a good thing

you're so open minded.

What an insolent

princess you are.

Such kind words.

You are mistaken.

[gasps]

[NINA]

Az and the messengers are here,

seated farthest from the king.

[NINA]

I just wish

you hadn't come.

[NINA] I didn't mean it

the way it sounded.

Come with me.

Attention!

I have news.

[NINA]

What news?

[KING NOA] When his punishment

concludes in one month,

Crown Prince Sett

and the Princess of Fortna

will be joined in matrimony.

[NINA]

What?

Huh?

[gasps]

Wow!

[NINA] We're getting married

in one month?

But that's so soon!

What about

Hmm.

[NINA]

It can't be.

My heart hurts.

We said our goodbyes,

and yet

Do you understand,

Fortnan messengers?

I must decline

your king's request.

We will not postpone,

as you heard.

[KING NOA]

I know it is sudden.

You have

insufficient time to prepare.

A grand reception

will be held later, of course.

But for now,

you shall represent Fortna

at the wedding

one month hence.

[AZURE]

That's a declaration of w*r.

Alisha becomes queen

and Galgada invades

Fortna before spring.

Is that why they kept us here?

I doubt they will

let us leave alive.

There is hope.

[AZURE] It's only possible

because we're here.

But that's

[all gasp]

Princess Alisha.

I, um. I just

[NINA]

Just what?

Why did I chase after him?

My legs moved all on their own.

Sorry. I don't want to

cause you any trouble.

Tell me what your wish was

on the night of

the Star Festival.

Huh?

[AZURE]

You see, I was so certain

I had nothing to

wish for back then.

[NINA] Oh, hey. Don't you

need a lantern too, Az?

[AZURE]

No, it's all right.

There's no need, for I do

not have anything to wish for.

But that night,

I realized something.

It's that the presence

of others inspires our wishes.

That's whyI can say

without a doubt you belong.

There will always be a place

for you in Fortna at my side.

[NINA]

That's what I wished for.

Somewhere to belong.

Just one person to call my own.

I'm so confused.

What should I have done?

Should I have trusted Az

and never left Fortna

to begin with?

[NINA]

Why is he so kind to me

after what I said to him?

[NINA] He's making me

want to go back.

[Neena squawking]

[ANNE] It seems Princess Alisha

is feeling down again today.

Perhaps she's anxious

that the wedding

has been moved up?

Oh!

I know what will help!

[TOAT'S SERVANT]

This special herb

calms tumultuous emotions.

Please mix it into a beverage

made with plenty of honey

for Princess Alisha.

I couldn't think

of a better time.

[HIKAMI]

What is in that vial?

This is a calming herb!

Someone brought it

to me earlier.

I thought I'd give some

to Princess Alisha.

[pops]

[sniffs]

Oh, no.

What's wrong?

[chuckles softly]

[ANNE]

Huh?

Hikami actually smiled?

Just leave this to me.

Why don't you run along

and go tidy up her bedchamber?

Okay.

I can see Sett?

[NEENA]

See Sett!

You are concerned, are you not?

That is why

I devised a little plan

for you to see him.

Wow.

Thank you.

I have been worried about him.

Even so, I can't see him yet.

I need some more time.

[NEENA]

See Sett, see Sett!

[NINA] Not until

after I figure out how I feel.

After your wedding,

the king will

order the prince to invade.

And Fortna will

not see it coming.

Huh?

[NINA]

No! But why?

Think about it.

Why else would they choose

to hold the wedding sooner?

They must have decided

it will be harder to prevail

if they wait any longer.

[HIKAMI] Prince Sett is

an indomitable commander

who will lead Galgada fiercely.

His forces will be difficult

for Fortna to overcome.

Fortna lacks experience in w*r.

It is doomed to fall.

Please, no.

-Is there nothing we can do?

-[HIKAMI] Perhaps.

That is why

I thought you should speak

with Prince Sett at once.

About what?

[HIKAMI] I doubt he knows

he has been reinstated

as the crown prince.

Oh, right.

Okay.

But just how much

should I reveal to him?

[HIKAMI] Simply take him

this special herbal mead

that Anne prepared.

Enjoy it together.

[NINA]

I hope this works

and that I can really

speak to him alone.

There are no guards anywhere.

How did she manage this?

Only the tower entrance

is guarded,

but I will take care

of that for you.

Please proceed straight up

without concern.

[HIKAMI] Remember that

the door is locked,

but the key should be nearby.

[NINA]

There's the key.

I came here

just like Hikami told me to.

Am I supposed to

ask him for a favor?

But I decided

it would be wrong

to use him like that.

[NINA]

It's no use.

I'm still so confused.

For now,

I just need to cheer him up.

[door creaks open]

[footsteps approaching]

How did you

[chuckles softly]

Never doubt me!

There's isn't

a place in the world

I can't break into!

-Come again?

-Look at you! So thin!

Are you eating?

Oh, I just knew

I should have had you

brought a proper meal instead.

I told Hikami

you don't really eat sweets,

but she insisted

I bring them for me.

Is there something

I should know about?

Hmm.

[NINA] Congrats,

you're the first prince again.

Also?

[sighs]

We're to be married as soon

as your punishment's over.

-[SETT] Hmm.

-Uh! I hear you.

It's too soon, isn't it?

You need time

to think about it, right?

It's fine by me.

[NINA]

He doesn't need more time?

I see.

Yeah.

I can't ask him for a favor.

I'm so dumb.

It's out of the question.

I don't have only a month left.

I have a whole month left!

I'll fight the king one-on-one

if that's what it takes

to change her mind!

[SETT]

After the wedding,

we'll be going

to w*r with Fortna.

That's sooner than expected.

Not a problem though.

Even underprepared,

I will not lose.

I will destroy them completely.

It matters not who

or what they throw in my path.

[SETT]

It will be total annihilation.

I

What a hassle you are.

Wearing your emotions

on your sleeve.

You once asked me about Fortna.

Never you worry.

I'll only torch the castle

and its city.

Although, I'll have to k*ll

whoever stands in my way.

That's how it goes.

[muffled speaking]

[NINA] Why does he have to say

such awful things?

I know his position

makes things tough.

But still

That's enough.

Just spit it out already.

Stop hiding

and tell me what it is

you want me to do.

Hmm.

[NINA]

If I tell him

I'm begging you

not to invade Fortna, Sett.

[weeping] Please don't go

to w*r with them.

[NINA]

Will this accomplish anything?

[NINA]

There are people there

who I love dearly.

Fine.

As you wish.

Huh?

[SETT] You see, I have

never fought for Galgada.

Will I live or will I perish?

A mere gamble with

the God of the underworld.

That said,

if you do not want me

to fight this time,

I won't.

[NINA] But what if the king

orders you to do it?

Since when must

every order be obeyed?

Wha?

[SETT]

I've obeyed her thus far,

as I had no reason not to,

but

[chuckles]

What could be easier?

You're happy again.

Oh, Sett.

I'm so grateful.

I will repay you somehow!

Hah, don't bother.

By the way,

I can't speak for the others.

You'll still have them

to contend with.

Mm-hmm.

Gotcha!

Oh!

[NINA]

Right, you must be starving!

I brought some treats.

Let's eat!

I don't wish to eat.

It's too much effort.

You're missing out.

[NINA]

The flavor's off, though.

[NINA] That's fine!

How about a drink?

It's my special herbed mead,

freshly made!

Let's share it.

You made that?

[NINA] [munching]

Hm?

What's that?

Never mind.

Give it here.

[Sett choking]

[NINA]

Sett! What's happening?

[coughs]

Oh, no!

What's wrong?

[NINA]

This is serious.

He needs a doctor!

Help!

[NINA]

Hikami!

Oh, thank goodness.

Something's wrong with Sett.

He needs a doctor right away.

[HIKAMI]

Stand back.

[gasps]

I won't let you!

[NINA] "Night Twelve.

The Path of the Stars."