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I usually write about the manga that I'm currently reading. At times, I write about the anime I watched. Since it is hard to share and talk my thoughts about a certain manga series when people don't know about it, I tend to summarize them from Chinese scanlations so beware, this blog is filled with spoilers and they are not 100% perfect. Feel free to point out my mistakes. ^^ Occasionally, I would blog about myself and other misc. things.
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Free Talk: Help with a couple of names
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Hehe..help again on the names. The first one is the name of Louis kingdom in Hyakunen Renbo. I want to use the proper name rather than the invented name again especially since this series isn’t a one-shot series anymore. It is suppose to be an ‘English’ name. The second one is the name of Yona’s grandfather in Akatsuki no Yona. I added that one since I’m already asking. =P Chapter 13 isn’t out yet so I might ask again next time if there are any new names/terms ^^; [Edit 1: I've added a couple more terms - names of herbs. Just in case, it might come up again next time ^^; The numbering is off because I just c&p from a dialogue so it is read from right to left. Edit 2: Is number 5 read as 'Sikura' illness?]
Thanks for the help di, Alyzzahp, Isa, rutis, Jane, Joycee Lemoon, SBlossoms, Bubu, and Me ^^
Mishounen Produce [Chapter 3]
Friday, March 5, 2010
[Anoh..this series is serialized in the same Taiwanese magazine as ‘The One’ but BW’s whitesunnie only uploaded this series for today. There is no mention about ‘The One’ so I’m not sure if there is a chapter this month or not since she usually uploads the ‘The One’ first. PS. Skip Beat 154 is finally out in baidu scanned by chinglan1987. Wow, it is really punk..so punk that Ren is totally shock for a second. =P Hehe, this is 'Jelly's Produce' of Kyouko ^^
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In the colored page, it is a photo shoot. Kako happily thinks for Kousei to show in an instant his charm. Kousei prepares to pose as he wants her to forever remember the image that he is going to show her. [Wow, you really look so gorgeous Kousei ^^] On the school’s roof, Kako looks at the magazine happily says that Kousei is finally in Jumon magazine. Then, Roy looks at it. Kako is happily praising Kousei while Kousei laughs that he can’t help but exceed expectations. Flashback to how this happened: Two weeks ago, at the female dorm, a couple of Kako’s sempai told her that they noticed a suspicious guy lurking around so they started to do some patrolling around. They warned her to be careful. After they left, she looked outside the window to find half-naked Kousei holding a huge frog [I think he’s on the tree]. He happily told her that there is actually such a huge frog in the city. He also told her that it must be abandoned and seeing it reminded him of their province. Before he can finish what he is saying, Kako gave him her trademark slap [out of habit ^^;] then asked why he is half-naked. Pointing to the frog on his shoulder, he said that it is because he chased after it through the pond. Then, there is the little narration about them being childhood friends from the province and she is frustrated that others looked down on Kousei that she gave him a makeover/produce. While walking to school with him and reading her manga, Kako commented that if Kousei relaxed, he quickly turn into a country bumpkin and like before, he tends to run around half-naked. Kousei complained that it isn’t easy moving around with clothes and it is hot. Kako told him that thinking that way won’t make him seem like a primitive man but rather a pervert. After thinking for a while, he asked her as to who is the one who said that ‘maintaining this image is also cool’. While Kako is telling him that she is just offering him some common sense.., Kousei’s fangirls pushed Kako to the side and talked with Kousei. Kako thought that Kousei is now the school’s idol and is quite attractive to the opposite sex. She seems happy about it [that they don’t look down on him anymore.]
A guy with sunglasses and trench coat approached them and exclaimed that Kousei is the one whom he is looking for and it is quite hard to find him basing only on his uniform. The two are clueless as to who the guy is but the other girls recognize him as Jumon magazine’s editor, Minase Ro Kazuma. [Not sure about the ‘Ro’ since it could also be ‘oroka’ or ‘ru’]. Jumon magazine is a monthly magazine about idols that sells millions per copy. Pointing to Kazuma, Kousei says that he was the one who took his candid photo. At the editorial room of Jumon company, Kako is surprised to see a stolen picture of Kousei in the magazine. Kazuma says that the picture is quite popular and he wants Kousei to try it out in the magazine. Kako is surprised when three guys appeared and said that they are quite an amateur to be happy over a 8x12 cm picture. Kazuma happily told them that those three are really famous and surely they have seen them before. Kako and Kousei blankly said that they know those three. Angered, the three idols told them that in JMBC (Jumon Miracle Boy Contest), the goal of those who joined are the three of them. [Isn’t that like Teppen? ^^;] The short haired guy is Jingo, 21 years old and he is believes in ‘if I can sing, why bother studying’. The black haired guy is Shibuya Shisei, 22 years old, who is into acting. [I’m not too sure about his name ^^;] And, the short guy is Ousaka Ikazuchi, 15 years old, who is an ‘otomen’ [somewhat girly guy] idol. [I’m skipping the details of their introduction ^^;] Jingo and Ikazuchi insulted Kousei about being like a country bumpkin. Kako thought that these people aren’t too friendly. Shisei told the others that it isn’t fair to treat an amateur like that. Pointing his ruler at Kousei, he says, “Isn’t that right, 8x12 guy.” The three prepare to leave as they continue to insult Kousei about being good enough to enter JMBC on his own and they hope he gets at least one vote. Kousei just said that those three are really weird. Then, he noticed that Kako is all fired up. Taking off his hairpin, Kako declares that Kousei is joining that contest and for him to quit smiling like an idiot. “You cannot lose to them!” Kousei smiled and said that this game will be interesting.
During some photo shoot, Kako decided to take create an opportunity for Kousei. She copied the plotline of ‘Lawrence and Rose’ volume 98 wherein she’ll disguise herself as an assistant [In the manga, it is pretending to be a waiter] to know more about situation. The director[?] ordered her to get the clothes from some room. When she got the clothes, she overheard the director said that there is a car accident and if there is any other model that they can use as substitute. Kako used this opportunity to give some clothes for Kousei and shouted that the opportunity came. In the manga, there is a need for a dancer. Lawrence/Kousei approached the others and said to let him do it. In the manga, Lawrence danced with a rose on his mouth and the background are blooming roses. Meanwhile Kousei is holding some garland of roses and said the line, ‘to remember the image he’s showing to ‘her’. [Her as in the female villain[?] head in the manga? Good thing that Kousei is good looking enough to pull that off =P] Kazuma and others happy and wow-ed by this. Kako thinks that shoujo manga can really move people. The three idols are very displeased. Thus, Kousei got the job and into the magazine. After Kousei’s fangirls saw the picture, they want to vote for Kousei. At Jumon office, they noticed that Kousei’s picture is much talked about in schools and Jumon webpage. End flashback. Back at the roof, Kako exclaims that their goal is to be number 1 and they have to do their best since they started late. Kousei poses that he will be Jumon’s number 1 idol. Roy comments that they are quite lively. Looking at the picture with a ruler, Kako happily thinks that the picture is now 28x22 cm. She also thinks that those ‘sinister boys’ [her nickname for them] probably want to bully Kousei but unfortunately for them, they chose the wrong enemy. Roy comments that it is really unfathomable. Kousei laughs and asks if Roy felt that he lost [sore loser]. Roy says that about transforming a childhood friend, if it is him, he will make his only childhood friend into someone unrecognizable by others. Kousei just smiles and says, is that so. At the female dorm, Kako happily says that the editor called and they will have another photo shoot tomorrow. They had made a good impression with the staff. Kako wants Kousei to continue with his Lawrence image. Her plan seems to make the poses interesting which will make everyone [bystanders to those who are reading the magazine or who likes that kind of theme] curious about it. She wants to show off Kousei to the whole of Japan. She doesn’t care whether they are showbiz personalities or what, Kousei can fight against them. Kousei happily says that Kako is quite energetic. Kako happily says that whenever she is playing with Kousei, she is very happy. She thinks she knows a lot of his good points because she is with him for the longest time.
Kousei says that soon, he will be known far and wide that one day, he’ll be world famous. Kako happily says that if that happens, she will be really happy and right now, she feels like a ‘star mom’ who is bringing up her child to stardom = an idol. Kousei’s smile froze that Kako asks what it is. [Poor Kousei..Kako is just clueless.] Just then, Kako’s patrolling sempai-s call out from the door if she is alright because they hear the voice of a guy. Kako becomes tense when the sempai opens the door. Someone covers her mouth and pulls her away. The two sempai are surprised that no one is in the room. Kousei had pulled in Kako into the bed and they hid underneath the blanket. Thinking that they were mistaken, the sempai-s left. On the bed, Kako looks surprised at Kousei who is on top of her. Kousei holds up her hair and kisses it. “—you are saying that you are [a] ‘mom’?” Kako looks nervous and puzzled. Kousei breaks into a smile and goes down from the bed. He pats her head and says that she should be aware earlier else, there won’t be a next time. Kako is clueless by what he meant. Later on, Kako is surprised over a huge mansion that has a pool where the next photo shoot is held. Kako has a ‘pass’ and she happily thinks that even if she looks out of place, she still can get in. Everyone is all dressed up and she is just wearing her uniform. While walking by a dressing room, she overhears the trio very displeased that Kousei is still around. Kako is shock to hear that they had planted something which will make Kousei really shock in front of everyone. Kako shouts what they are planning to do. Shisei says it is nothing, just a little prank. Kako quickly rushes to warn Kousei about it. Kousei is busy posing while mentally complaining that it’s very hot. Soon, Kazuma, photographer and others start freaking out. Something jumped on Kousei’s shoulder. Kako shouts Kousei’s name. Kousei looks at his shoulder and it turns out to be a huge frog. Kako falls flat on the floor ^^;;
The sinister boys say that they caught it in the pond and plan to make Kousei shock upon seeing it. Kako sits up and mutters that is useless. To everyone’s surprise, Kousei holds up the frog and says, “Are you lost, signorina?” Then, he poses by it. Kako thinks that a frog is standing beside Kousei. The frog hops down and jumps on Kako. Kako loses her balance that she falls backwards to the pool. She thinks that Kousei looks really serious and perhaps the current celebrities, from the start, have someone like Kousei. “From the start-- waiting by one’s side.” Kousei pulls up Kako from the waters and asks if she is alright. Kako’s glasses fell off. Kazuma tells the photographer to quickly take a picture. The photographer did as told and takes a picture of flustered Kako who tells Kousei that she is alright. Kousei has put his coat on her. At school, Kousei’s fangirls are going crazy as they shout where he is when he usually eats lunch at the roof. Kousei and Kako look out the window of a door. The two notice that there are a lot of people there including students from other schools. Kousei says that he won’t be able to eat lunch anymore. Kako says that it is inevitable that things will turn out that way. Kako opens the Jumon magazine wherein there is a 29x46 cm picture spread of Kousei with the frog. The title is ‘22th JMBC contest Yamami Kousei’. Kousei asks, “Star mom, do you feel proud? Your child has become everyone’s idol..” Kako stares at him and Kousei notices this. While Kako is saying, “..Ah..”, the door opens and Roy exclaims, “Ah, so you are actually here-- Jumon boy!” This surprises the two. Fangirls overhear it. Kousei grabs Roy and runs off. Kousei exclaims that Roy is really so troublesome. Holding the magazine, Roy says that there is something he wants to ask him. Kousei asks what it is. Roy says that there is just something that he wants to confirm. Kako sighs and says that they left. There is a dialogue of someone asking, “do you want to ‘show off’” and someone answered “definitely”. Kako wonders about their lunch. She blushes while looking at the open magazine wherein there is a picture of wet Kako together with Kousei. The title mentions of a special, ‘Goddess’ happiness’ – unexpectedly, a goddess appeared and bestows happiness to the miracle boy..’ [Guess they won ^^] Narration: “Kousei is ‘MY’ childhood friend.”
This chapter confirms to me that Kako’s name is a joke for ‘kokak’ = sound that a frog makes. Maybe, Kako didn’t get it but when Kousei seems to lovingly look at the frog, he must be imaging her. =P Well, maybe she did since she looks thoughtful about it to the point that I thought she is jealous of the frog. The series does seem to be heading to ‘becoming the number 1 idol’ plotline and how to get the lead girl realize her feelings for him. Haha, Kousei has already proven his talent in acting in chapter 2. I think that even if Kousei lost his patience with Kako’s cluelessness, he cannot afford to lose her. Other than her, right now, there are only fangirls whereas for Kako, there is a rival lurking around in the form of Roy. I think it is an interesting contrast about Kako and Kousei which is probably the root of their ‘misunderstanding’ = constant reason for slight quarrels. Kako is the type of person who wants to show off the person she likes whereas Kousei tend to want to keep the ‘treasure’ to himself. She doesn’t want people to belittle Kousei that she would want to show to others that he isn’t what they perceive him to be. Her last narration, ‘he is ‘MY’ childhood friend made me think that she wants everyone may praise about how great he is but well, in the end, he is hers. I think it is somewhat natural for her to feel like a ‘mom’ because she did create his image and she is making him really famous. She has a tendency to be overzealous about this but of course, she hasn’t thought of the consequences of ‘sharing’ him to the others that others might want to take him from her. Maybe it hasn’t occurred to her yet because always at the end, Kousei goes back to her side. Hm..it is somewhat difficult for Kousei to make Kako move from thinking like she’s his ‘mom/friend’ to ‘lover’. Gambatte, Kousei. Kako does seem to be taking him for granted as if he is some sort of ‘project’ and sometimes what she says hurt him even if there is no malice to it. Well, this goes to show that being naive and clueless can hurt. Of course, just as how Kousei always goes to her side, she also does so in the end. ^^ I wonder if he might have more problems later on since guys, if they read that magazine which seems to be aimed at girls, might also be interested in her. Haha, actually those three idols can make her as 康生’s weakness. Will they entertain thoughts of courting her? Since Kako is blushing at the end over their picture, maybe that ‘awakening’ isn’t too far away. =P Hm..about the frog again, maybe Kako does compare herself to a frog who is unfit for princely Kousei so she never entertained thoughts of him liking her beyond as a childhood friend and vice-versa. From the past chapters, it seems to hint on that so maybe once she somewhat gain more self-confidence, their relationship might progress. Haha, but in the end, I think a love rival is all Kako needs to awaken her romantic feelings for him..maybe a female idol since there seems to be a shortage of female characters. I will be delighted though if the author does something else since that ‘love rival’ plotline is pretty cliche. =P Scans by whitesunnie for BW.
Word of the day:
God looks not at the outward form but what is in the heart; The beauty He is pleased to see, His Spirit can impart. ~ Hess From Our Daily Bread
Faster Than A Kiss [Chapter 31]
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Narration: “While I felt sensei’s warmth [from hugging], I quietly listen to him talk about the past.” Kazuma asks her if she’s cold. Blushing Fumino asks how she can be cold when they are positioned like that. Kazuma just laughs. This made Fumino try to get out of his hold. She shouts to him that is enough and he should just quickly tell her the rest of the story. Kazuma tells her to stop struggling since he’ll let her go only after he finished telling her. Kazuma pulls her to him. Embarrassed Fumino exclaims when Kazuma’s personality changed into this, because according to him, he is quite cool before. Kazuma just laughs. Kazuma’s smile froze when Fumino asks, “Is this also because of Maeda-sensei’s influence on you?” Kazuma asks, “..why do you say so?” Fumino tells him, “Ah, because the current sensei is the past ‘Maeda-sensei’, right?” [Maeda = cheerful + goofy] Kazuma blushes really red that made Fumino think that Kazuma wasn’t aware of it. Kazuma turns Fumino away [from his face] and says that he’ll continue his story. Fumino shouts that he’s cunning. Kazuma says she can say what she wants. While Fumino is still protesting, Kazuma says that he left off from the time when Inukawa High’s Retsu has captured Maeda. Flashback to 8 years before: At Inukawa High’s run-down gym, Retsu and his gang were waiting for Kazuma. Maeda is tied up on a chair. Then, Retsu and others overheard some ruckus outside. Retsu happily said that he’s here. Somewhat beaten up, Kazuma entered the gym. Retsu told him that even if he didn’t say it, Kazuma still came there alone. “You’re still quite cool, Ma-kun.” From behind Kazuma, Ryuu and others come out. Someone shouted that he’s wrong for Kazuma did plan on coming alone but..[they tagged along] Ryuu shouted if Maeda is okay. Someone freaked out that Maeda is tied up. “Retsu, you idiot, you’re really rotten--” Retsu commented that Maeda is really loved and respected. Kazuma and others are surprised when Maeda shouted for them to go home since he is just happily chatting with Retsu. Kazuma angrily shouted what he is talking about when he is already tied up like that.
Flashing a v-sign, Retsu said that Maeda-sensei is so cute for he only need to say ‘in order to get along with Ma-kun, I want to talk with you’ then Maeda just happily followed him there. Kazuma grinds his teeth in anger over Maeda’s stupidity. Maeda is shock when Retsu hit Kazuma’s left arm with a baseball bat. Retsu exclaims that he meant ‘that’ when he said that he wanted to get along with Kazuma. Ryuu and others shout for Kazuma. While holding his arm, Kazuma shouts for the others not to meddle. While Maeda is also shouting for Kazuma, he noticed someone moving above, near the basketball basket/goal. Retsu said that it doesn’t have any meaning if Kazuma doesn’t resist. “I want to offer you some advice, at this moment, it is still better for you to not have anything to do with those useless studies!” Kazuma thought that he’ll definitely be hated since he has fallen into the trap which he always avoided and even involved a teacher. “..I..can no longer go back--” Kazuma snapped out of it when Maeda shouted in English, “You chicken! [at Retsu who is puzzled] Mr. Ojiro, listen! Somebody is hiding behind the basketball goals! They will attack you with the ball. It’s a lie that he would fight alone against you! Be careful!! Now, YOU can understand what I say?” While the others are confused as to what Maeda is shouting in English, Kazuma looked up to the basketball goal to see someone there. Ryuu shouted at Kazuma to warn him but Kazuma had already caught the basketball. Kazuma proceeded to hit a few of Retsu’s gang members [those above?] using the basketball. They were surprised when Retsu angrily told Kazuma and others to wait there for a while for he is going over to that side. Retsu started to beat up his gang as he shouted that he really hates it when others meddle in a fight. His underlings apologized. Ryuu took this opportunity to untie Maeda. Maeda thanked him. Kazuma just watched them and then said, “Sensei, I’m sorry..” He is surprised when Maeda hugged him and happily exclaimed, “Ojiro-kun, your listening skills have greatly improved!” This made Kazuma blush. He asked if Maeda meant about what he just said a while ago that ‘there are enemies above’. Maeda said that Kazuma is really great. This made Kazuma blush even more. Maeda also exclaimed that Retsu and Ryuu are also quite good [since they understood him]. Ryuu nervously said that he only understood it a bit. While Maeda is saying that they should go back, to everyone’s shock, he collapsed on the floor. End flashback
Holding Fumino tight, Kazuma tells her that it is quite chilly in the gym that day that Maeda’s whole body was cold which worsen his cold that he ended up being hospitalized. “From then on, he never came back to Yamaneko High. There is a scene of everyone looking surprised that they have a different teacher and asked if Maeda resigned. Fumino exclaims in shock that he couldn’t have.. Kazuma says that of course, Maeda didn’t die for the Maeda-sensei he mentioned [during the phone call] is also the same person. Fumino says that he is right. Kazuma tells her that since the start, Maeda is of poor health and the profession of teaching isn’t easy either. Maeda and the school had an agreement that they can let him teach there but ‘if you faint even once, then you cannot teach again’ [I cannot quite read it but I think it is because the school is private so this agreement can be done.] Fumino asks if they haven’t seen each other since then. Kazuma says no, they met again during the graduation ceremony. Flashback to seven years ago: Holding his diploma, Kazuma is surprised to see Maeda who is all bundled up. Maeda happily congratulates Kazuma. It seems that all the other students put their scarves on him so Kazuma said that he should have already seen the others. Maeda bowed and said, “..I’m sorry. I wasn’t able to protect [/look after] you guys until the end!” Kazuma just silently look at him and thought “The one who should apologize is me, and also say, ‘thank you’. But..” Slightly smiling, Kazuma put his scarf around Maeda. [Thanks Kaze ^^] He said, “Do not let go of this teaching profession. You have changed my life. No matter how much time will be spent..I want to become a responsible [/by myself] teacher like you. Just wait until I’m able to become one, and then, I’ll come to see you. So..until then, please take good care of your health..” Surprised Maeda somewhat blushed. End flashback. Narration of Kazuma studying alone and meeting Fumino: “‘It’s great that I was able to meet you’. I want to become a person who will be told by such words, by someone--” Fumino asks didn’t Kazuma already become a responsible teacher [by himself]. “Maeda-sensei would definitely want to see you, right..?” Kazuma says that he is still far from it. Fumino looks flustered that Kazuma asks what it is. Fumino asks if he is saying that ‘he is far from it’ because he married her, his student. Kazuma flicks her forehead. Fumino protests that she’s serious but Kazuma just kisses her forehead and says that she’s really stupid. Narration: “Choosing this path that is fully covered with thorns, I don’t feel that I’m mistaken, but..”
The next day, Saturday, Fumino got a call from someone. Narration: “Occasionally, my heart will falter. This is what I use as proof that I’m not yet a ‘mature’ teacher.” Kazuma is thinking what Maeda will think if he said that he married a student. He believes that if Maeda is still the same as before, Maeda would just congratulate him. Narration: “How distressing..ever since I’ve told her about the past--” He is surprised when Fumino throws his coat on his face and shouts, “Sen..sensei!” Kazuma asks her what happened. Looking aghast, Fumino shouts for him to quickly go to the hospital. She tells him that Ryuu has just called her and has told her that Maeda’s illness has suddenly turned for the worst. She informs him that he is confined at room 750 of Nekoyama hospital [affiliate of the university]. Kazuma isn’t moving that Fumino kicks him out of the apartment. Flustered Fumino shouts for him to quickly go else he’ll be a second too late. “If you don’t make it, it will be too late to regret, idiot!” This made Kazuma start running off. Narration: “Ah..ah..sorry..waiting until [I’ve] lost [it], then it will be too late. Regarding important things, I always won’t speak up, always won’t say, [I] only know how to act cool, avoiding--” Flustered Fumino hugs Teppei tight then she looks puzzled when she noticed that someone is standing beside her. At the hospital, Kazuma rushes to room 750 and shouts, “Sensei!” He is surprised to see Maeda surrounded by Retsu and others – some were eating and it seems Maeda is holding some flowers. Retsu and others shout that Kazuma has arrived. Maeda happily smiles and says, “Ma-kun? Long time no see- You’ve become big! Wearing glasses-” Kazuma recovers from his shock and angrily realizes that Ryuu has tricked him. The nurse enters and shouts at them that they are already adults yet they are still so noisy. “How many times do I have to say it..” Retsu and others happily say, ya, ya, they are leaving anyway because their visit is over. They meet up with Ryuu who has brought Fumino and Teppei to the room’s door. One of the guys with Retsu bids Kazuma goodbye and next time, they’ll go have a drink together. Kazuma sighs upon seeing Fumino looking really nervous. Kazuma smiles at her before going back in the room. Ryuu, Fumino and Teppei are outside the room. Kazuma greets Maeda and says that it has been a long time since he asked about him [= how he is]. Grinning really wide and flashing two v-signs, Maeda says, “Hehe- Finally, I get to see you! I heard that you won’t come so I asked Ryuu-kun to lie to you that I’m in ‘critical condition’. ☆” Kazuma angrily shouts, “So you’re the prime culprit!”
Smiling, Maeda says, “Even if I’ve passed out again, but still, I’ve always been zealously continuing this profession as a teacher. What you’ve told me that day had always been my driving force. I always wanted to thank you. Thank you!” This surprises Kazuma. Narration: “The time we spend together is quite short and it has been 8 years since then. But, I can still definitely say that encounter has changed my life. Now, I have many encounters like that..” Kazuma smiles and says, “Maeda-sensei, I got married.” Maeda happily comments that Kazuma got married ahead of him. Looking towards the door, Kazuma says, “Fumino, come here.” Fumino is a bit flustered that Teppei and Ryuu had to push her in. “Go!”, they say. Holding Fumino’s shoulder, Kazuma tells Maeda, “Let me introduce you, this is my wife.” Fumino blushes. The two slightly bows to Maeda while Kazuma says, “After I’ve met sensei, I’ve met her. It’s all thanks to you..!” Narration: “Unconsciously, the once hollow heart is gradually filled to the brim with so many precious things. Even if protecting those things wasn’t easy..” Smiling Kazuma tells Maeda that he’ll leave for now and he’ll just find some other day to visit him again because he didn’t bring anything [gift] for Maeda = manners. Maeda just says, is that so. Smiling Maeda tells blushing Fumino, “Then, please take care of Ojiro-kun, I think he definitely still retain a lot of his childish ways!” Fumino exclaims, “Ah, yes!” While Ryuu is laughing his head off about this, Fumino covers her mouth for blurting that out. Blushing Kazuma exclaims why Fumino unexpectedly said ‘yes’. Turning to Maeda, he says, “See you, sensei.” Before Kazuma could leave, Maeda says, “Hey, you should [continue to] do your best.” [= gambatte] He looks back to see Maeda smiling with a ‘quiet/secret’ sign [pointing finger on the mouth]. Kazuma realizes that he has been found out. He also smiles and does a ‘secret’ sign. Kazuma thinks, “Even if it’s like this, I still..walk on forward, going on with both hands filled with happiness.” While Kazuma is carrying Teppei, flustered Fumino is holding his sleeve and exclaims that he had shock her and what was he thinking. Kazuma says that there’s nothing wrong with it because he didn’t say that she’s his student. Fumino protests that the point is he surprised her like that. A few days later, Kazuma comes to visit. Maeda is with Retsu and Ryuu. Kazuma angrily asks why Retsu is there. Maeda is laughing. Retsu says, “Idiot, the truth is I’ve always have contact with sensei-- Eight years ago, I’ve also visited him [when he was hospitalized].” Pointing to himself, Ryuu says, “Me, too.” Kazuma is speechless.
Aw..such a nice chapter on how someone can change positively because of someone’s influence. Maeda is really such an ideal teacher and he must have really loved teaching that he is willing to stake his health on the line for it. But, as Kazuma mentioned, Maeda is really good at his work even if he had that handicap. I guess his sincerity had really come across that had changed lives of delinquents, not only Kazuma but Retsu and others. I wonder if he also influenced Ryuu to his true calling to be a teacher too. He is really loved especially in that graduation scene where they all put their scarves on him..to the fact that he only taught them for a short while. As a quote says, “A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” I was thinking that Kazuma’s glasses don’t have grade but then, maybe it is because he had to support himself through college and he probably had times when he don’t have any electricity so he ruined his eyes while reading in the dark. Haha, I guess the reason why Kazuma is almost ready to beat up to death Retsu when he thought he is going to harm Fumino when she first met Retsu is because of his trauma over what Retsu has done to Maeda before =P Hehe, there are now some ‘embarrassing’ scenes of Kazuma which we don’t see often. =P Hehe, he even got tricked. The ending is nice since it is a ‘two-sided’ influence, not just ‘one-sided’ and it is also pretty much like Kazuma and Fumino’s relationship ^^ They have changed each other’s lives ^^ I just observed that it seems that Kazuma has some sort of philosophy about ‘saving the best for last’. He prefers to be the ‘perfect teacher’ before seeing Maeda and well, unless forced to, he isn’t inclined to do anything. The last scene made me think that it seems that because of this ‘philosophy’, Kazuma had missed out a lot of time to be with Maeda unlike Retsu and Ryuu who kept in touch with him. Good thing that Maeda tricked him else, Kazuma might miss the opportunity to talk/meet with him until it is really too late. Also, given this ‘philosophy’, I think that is partly to blame as to why Kazuma still ‘flirts’ and everything with Fumino except the kiss and what happens beyond the kiss. He is saving it until the time when she graduates and everything is ‘perfectly okay’. Hehe, makes him some sort of M ^^; Scans by filion and xiuxiu/咻咻 for BW.
Quote of the day:
A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops. ~ Henry Brooks Adams
Kyou, Koi wo Hajimemasu [Chapters 56 - 58] Teaser
Thursday, March 4, 2010
So, from chapter 56, Tsubaki attempts to buy a pack of condom but fails. She had a fright when she thought that the plane that Kyouta took to go home [ahead of schedule] in order to see her had crashed. Fortunately, Kyouta is safe and sound. So, this probably made her decide that she wants to do it before the opportunity is lost. They head to Kyouta’s apartment. She is nervous yet after some talk, Tsubaki says that she had prepared herself. She undressed herself while Kyouta waits outside. She comes out with a blanket over her. Kyouta laughs upon seeing her for it turns out that ‘prepare herself’ meant no clothes and hair down = cute in her opinion. Kyouta goes to kiss her. Then in chapter 58, so much for virgin road, they had H = sex. Afterwards, he gives her a bracelet which seems to be an advanced happy birthday gift. And so, she did in on her second year high school when she is [almost?] 17 years old. This information is from baidu’s M蜜x蜜.
Skip Beat! [Chapter 154] Teaser
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
This is based on a Japanese synopsis posted in baidu. I’m summarizing from 大豆最高’s Chinese translation with some details from forever芸’s translation. Title: Violent Envoy Stage 2. 24 pages. Kyouko is waiting alone. She is thinking if this so-called ‘amulet’ is the type to ward off devil/demons-type of amulet. While she is thinking that, she feels that an amulet and Ren isn’t a match. She then remembered the gift that she gave Ren. It made her blush really red. While wondering if she is to go or come back[?], Sebastian [Lory’s attendant] called her to the make-up room and met with Juli Wuzi [? I think Jelly Woods, the beautician] there. “By the “Cosmetology’s ‘witch’”, your life will change within 5 minutes.” Kyouko is standing up with a cape wrapped around her. (Cape = probably the one used in beauty parlors) Ren is staring at Lory. “Aren’t we supposed to advance the exercises on preventing hesitation disaster drill?” [Ugh, too literal, I think it is basically doing more preparation to prevent the discovery as to who Cain is.] “That is true. But seeing that pink figure [Love Me uniform] entering the horizon can instantly make things dangerous.” “Right? In short, she can easily be seen though?” [Easily exposed] “Already surpassed the level of being shocked..(not a bit happy, using this way to see through/knowing about it that way)” [Ren isn’t too happy about what happened before = scaring Kyouko] –Absolutely reflecting? But in the end, after seeing Ren like that is really shocking. This mission is somewhat important. That’s right, speaking of Kyouko—[Sorry, that seems a bit confusing ^^;]
“Darling, sorry for making you wait. The image is a bit changed as to how ‘Setsuka’ should be like.” (Not too sure about the meaning but probably, it is more like Kyouko influenced the style.) Jelly brings out Kyouko who had long hair up to her waist and her fashion is punk. “Oh~ It’s such a match~ Good, so it will be like this, Cain and Setsu, ‘Heel siblings are born’” Ren “..Ha..?” “As the younger sister who cannot just leave her elder brother alone without care, you will then take the trouble to protect [/look after] him if there are any problem that arises.” “..Ha.ah....this is the first time I heard about acting as ‘Cain Heel’s younger sister. So this is how it is..in the end, isn’t it like playing as a substitute manager..?” “You are quite rude to say that. There won’t be any problems during eating, I can properly eat by myself, I’ll show you.” This is really no trust [actor’s] line/script. Hehe, I guess Ren has gone into acting mode. I’m amused as if he’s playing some spoiled brat who in the end, still needs his sister’s care. ^^; I wonder if they will add some sort of ‘brother complex’ [overly caring for one’s bro] to it. And, maybe it is part of Ren’s pride that he wants to show them that he can handle things on his own. I agree with Kyouko that she could have just played a ‘disguised’ manager instead of a sister but I think Lory is planning to make those two together = closer in relationship. Playing as siblings, this can be really dangerous for both since there might be a possibility of ‘unintentional lovey-dovey’ moments which I think is Lory’s intention. Haha, and they might just pass it as ‘acting’. =P Ren can easily get away with some things here. Anyway, this is for the best since both aren’t that willing to cross that line yet = be lovers. Both aren’t interested in being in love/have lovers because of circumstances, even if they already have feelings for each other. Since I kept on mistyping Heel as Hell..I thought maybe that is the intention of the author – siblings from hell =P So, are you excited? Yes..? Well, you know what happens during those times..the author takes a break. =P Next issue will be on 9th issue. This chapter is on the 7th [3/5] issue so that will be one month wait..May April 5th? [Thanks Krista, typo..typed 'one month' then May ^^;;] For details and corrections, wait for the English scanlation ^^
Quote of the day:
There is no cosmetic for beauty like happiness. ~ Maria Mitchell
Free Talk: WSJ Series' Reaction
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Yes, in Bleach [c. 393], Yamamoto finally makes his move and what happens in the next chapter will be if Aizen is right about his move being too late. Haha, Wonderweiss turns out to be a ‘fire extinguisher’ ^^; Okay..after Aizen said that, I started to imagine if Wonderweiss form is indeed of a fire extinguisher. Now, if everything is ‘lose’ here, I think we have two more captains to bet on like Urahara or Isshin. I’m hoping that papa will appear so that we can no more about him. =P Just when we thought that Sakura won’t do any more foolish things, she once again did in Naruto [c. 484]. She was almost a liability and it would have made Sasuke cross the line but thankfully, Naruto saved her. Well, that gave Naruto a ‘shining moment’ after his fainting spell. I can only hope that he won’t do something corny in the next chapter regarding how he will deal with Sasuke. If Naruto does defeat Sasuke in a battle, if there is one, I think readers will keep on debating who is stronger since Sasuke has a handicap of losing his sight. Will Madara suddenly appear to whisk him away? Hm..I guess Sasuke’s grudge has really consumed him. Given his logic, if I am to compare it to real life, it is like the relatives of war veterans wanting to kill civilians because they are all living in peace. ^^;
If Sakura’s resolution is weak, Uni’s is strong in Katekyo Hitman Reborn! [c. 279]. Well, it did falter a bit but it helps since Gamma is with her. I wonder if this will be a blow for Tsuna. I don’t recall him losing someone in front of his eyes before. Haha, I find the box animals combination amusing and I’m surprise that there is no ‘new creature’ formed from it =P Well, I think Tsuna and others can somehow take comfort in changing the past/present so that Uni won’t die..hmm..something like what’s happening in Psyren. A few new enemies in PSYREN [c. 107] had appeared thanks to the broadcast. The future is really changing. The protagonists seem to still outnumber the antagonists. Will the fight be like the earlier one with Ageha? Many vs 1? Well, even if Miroku’s group members are few, they are quite strong enough to compensate for their lack of members. Hehe, Oga is also getting himself an underling in Beelzebub [c. 50]. It only takes some praises to get Oga to agree to take Kazu =P Haha, even Furuichi agrees after being praised like that. Those two are idiots..Kazu unwittingly knows how to handle them. Hehe, Kazu just had to mention about some strong people in their school that it revived Oga’s plan to pass BL to someone. It seems from that group [don’t know how it is called] from Kazu’s school, a certain guy knows Oga. Are they childhood friends or rivals? I’m not too happy about these new group in their new school though because it seems that Oga would repeat what he did in their school – defeat all the new ‘enemies’ and try to pass BL off but only to fail. Well, the author is really increasing the cast of this series. I’ve added the cover in the pic because I think they look cool as gangsters ^^
Kimi ni Todoke [Chapters 43-44]
Friday, February 26, 2010
Chigusa goes to report to Chizuru and Ayane about some troublemakers which include Ume. This made Sawako’s friends really curious and worried about Sawako so they decided to check it out. Back at the cat fight, Sawako is wondering what Ume meant that other than herself [Sawako], everyone is the same. When Sawako is about to call out to Ume, Ume just looks away from her. The other girls start to interrogate Sawako about how she found Shouta’s weakness, is it because of Chizuru and Ayane, why it is her, etc. While Sawako is struggling to answer, Ume shouts for the other girls to shut up and don’t they fell embarrassed to keep on saying a lot of stuff like that. “This is Kazehaya’s decision!” Yuka, head of the group, angrily shout at her that she doesn’t have the right to say that when Ume was the one who spread the rumors. “Do you know what will happen if Kazehaya know of this?! You’re the filthiest of all!” Ume didn’t cower as she shouts back that if they want to tell Shouta then they can go ahead. She asks, if they don’t care what Shouta will think of them. Shouta will definitely wonder why they are telling him this only now. And then, their malice will be exposed. Ume tells them that Shouta hates that malicious type of ‘report’. “If you like him then you should tell him, right?” Ume dares them that it doesn’t matter to her even if they bring out that toilet incident during the first year. Yuka and the other girls are flustered as Ume continues, “Oh, by the way, if you guys do something to Sawako. I think Kazehaya will most definitely not forgive you.” Sawako is surprised. Ume mutters, “..most likely..Absolutely not forgive..” She then runs off. Yuka shouts for Ume to stop for they haven’t finished talking. Sawako stops Yuka and says, “Kurumi-chan’s rival..is me.” She then chases after Ume.
Yuka is furious that Sawako has become cocky just because she became Shouta’s girlfriend. Someone holds her shoulder. Yuka turns around to see Chizuru and Ayane. Yuka exclaims in shock upon seeing them. Chizuru asks if she still likes Shouta. Yuka says yes, so what. Yuka is shock when Ayane says that her friends also like Shouta, and it turns out to be true. Chizuru and Ayane sweatdrop because Yuka didn’t know. Chizuru asks if they can give up if the other person is Ume and there is no problem if it is one of them. Basically, it isn’t a big deal. It isn’t bad to continue to like Shouta but then, it isn’t that great either if one has a one-sided love for a long time. “..not doing anything while just dragging things out because you weren’t able to ‘settle’ things. Right now, what is left is just your regret for not doing anything, right? Isn’t it illogical for you to trouble Sawako when you weren’t able to say a single word [to Shouta]?” Chizuru is about to tell them that Shouta did say that it is like a dream but Ayane already covers her mouth. Ayane says that they [those girls] didn’t plan on causing trouble to Sawako for they only want to like Shouta, no matter what others would think. Shouta is also like that since he didn’t depend on what other people will think in choosing the girl he likes. “It is because of this that you guys like Shouta, right? The truth is, you guys already know about this, right? Right now, you..definitely feel regret yet wanting to wish him happiness..[it’s] very complicated. Don’t be so stubborn. If it is a time to be sad, then isn’t it good to be sad? Not for Kazehaya, but rather, for yourself first.” Yuka is teary-eyed over this that she starts crying with the other girls about Ayane being right. Chizuru is also teary-eyed as she wonders why things ended up this way.
At the PE room, Ryu tells Shouta that it’s great [that things turn out well]. Shouta blushes and thanks him. Puzzled, Ryu says that he didn’t do anything. Shouta says it is for listening to him. Pin enters the room and asks, “Then, me? No matter how you think, I’m MVP, right? Quickly thank me!” Pin is shocked when Shouta blushed and did thank him for the things that Pin said made him think things over for a long time and also, for what happened at the beach. “In the end, what I did isn’t enough..thanks..” He wasn’t able to finish since Pin already grabbed him and shouted, “That’s right!” Pin sits down and tells Shouta that during a time when Shouta didn’t know, he had also given Sawako some good advice so Shouta should worship him. This surprises Shouta that he shouts what kind of ‘good work’ he did and he shouldn’t say unnecessary things to Sawako. Pin exclaims if Shouta is accusing him of saying unnecessary stuff. Shouta says that is why he is telling Pin not to, because he already did. “..I want to properly treasure [and watch over] her.” Pin picks on his nose and says, isn’t it good that it is thanks to him that Shouta’s pathetic bit-by-bit confession was a success. Shouta angrily tells him to listen to what he is saying. Holding up his little finger, Pin says, “Guys..regarding love— the first one who confess is the only one who has the right to fight the ‘destined one’.” The two guys just look at Pin. Then, there is a scene of Sawako and Ume on the roof. Pin continues, “The second or third person afterwards, don’t have the right to fight.” Pin pats Shouta’s shoulder and says, “So, until Kuronuma’s ‘destined one’ appears, until then, you should keep on doing your best. Understand!!” [ =P ] Shouta angrily says what he meant by that. Ryu gloomily thinks, “Gambatte, Shouta.”
Back at the roof, Ume turns around and asks Sawako what she wants. Sawako gulps then tells her that she has confessed to Shouta. “We are now going steady.” Ume looks somewhat sad as she asks if Sawako is showing off to her. Sawako thinks that if they switch positions, if it is Ume, she’ll definitely tell her, too. Ume looks up and tells Sawako that she said before that she won’t say ‘congrats’ to her. Sawako nods and says, ‘ya’. Ume looks at her and asks if there is anything else. Sawako says that she just wants to tell Ume. Sawako turns around and is about to go out of the door when Ume calls out to her. Sawako is surprised when Ume confessed to her that she was able to tell ‘explicitly tell Shouta’ because Sawako is there. “If there is no you, ..I would have no way of telling Shouta my feelings. Even if I’ll be rejected..” She passes by Sawako and says, “It’s good that you are my rival.” She then leaves Sawako by herself in the roof. Sawako is semi-clenching her fist as she looks up the sky. It turns out that Kent is also at the roof but they didn’t see him. After school, at the shoe lockers, Kent tells Ume that he has overheard it, a while ago, her talk with Sawako. Ume drops her shoes on the floor and asks, what of it. Kent says, nothing, it is just quite unexpected. Ume says he’s right for it seems that Sawako has prepared herself to be scolded and she did plan to scold Sawako but Sawako didn’t say anything. “If she say things like ‘thank you’ or ‘I’m sorry’, I plan to [hit and] send her flying.” Kent hypothetically asks if she thought that things would be okay if his and Sawako’s relationship progressed smoothly. Ume says that it’s impossible. Kent asks that she’s quite cruel. Ume just mutters, “It’s totally impossible.” Ayane overhears their conversation. Ume tells Kent that if Shouta likes her then he would have said it earlier, before Sawako appeared. “..even if I did my best, it is impossible. ..if one is to look closely at Shouta’s expression, it’s totally different when he looks at Sawako in contrast with other girls--” Ume thinks, “I totally haven’t seen him show that kind of expression before. [Shouta smiling while looking at Sawako] I totally didn’t know that he’ll do that. [Shouta is running off with Sawako at the sports festival before.]
She continues to say, “...even if I’m quite frustrated, I also know..that later on, Kazehaya won’t also like me..in the end-- I did what Kazehaya detest the most.” Kent and Ume are surprised when Ayane holds Ume’s shoulder. Ayane tells Ume that she and Shouta are unsuitable. [I’m a bit confused here because the bubble seem wrong as if one person said it but it seems to be two people] Someone [I think either Ume or Kent] asks how she can say that. Ayane [or that same person] says that if would be better if she is a guy. “That way, I can also totally comprehend those dirty [not good] sides of yours.” Ume becomes teary-eyed and mutters, “..who told you..to meddle in other people’s business..” Ume turns around and says, “..I only want to finally end it, [so now] I can finally breathe a sigh of relief.” After Ume walks away, Kent says that everything is quite unexpected - Shouta truly likes Sawako, Ume is more stupid/awkward that he thought, and Sawako is cuter than he imagined. “..it’s quite good that I haven’t fallen for her..generally, what’s most surprising is that I’m thinking this way..” Ayane exclaims if that’s true or not. Kent says it is true. Ayane nervously tells Kent not to tease Sawako again. Kent laughs and says that he won’t for he wishes for Sawako’s happiness. While walking together, he says, “Ayane is nicer than I thought!” Ayane angrily asks what he meant. Kent says that speaking of that, it is also quite unexpected that Ayane uses a long wallet to hit. Ayane exclaims in shock that it is a long wallet. [I don’t get that part ^^;]
Sawako thinks that she didn’t say anything because she felt that anything she says is wrong. While Sawako is looking at her garden plot, Chizuru pats her back and says that if it is her, she would have done the same thing. “In the end, there is no way of saying anything.” Sawako thinks that those things –good thing Ume is there, if Ume isn’t there, it’s good that Ume is her rival- are true yet she cannot say those things. Chizuru looks at the side and sees Ryu with Shouta. Chizuru calls out to Ryu and grabs hold of Ryu’s arm. She then bids them goodbye and drags puzzled Ryu away. Ryu then realizes that Chizuru wants those two to be alone. He then says, “Ah, by the way, Chizuru. I like you.” This freaks out Chizuru. She shouts to Ryu who is walking away, “Hey! You scared me to death!! You still haven’t changed!! I knew that early on!!” Still walking away, Ryu says, “Whatever, I’ve said it. I knew that your reaction will be like that.” While Shouta walks Sawako home, she thinks that they have different perspectives. “All kinds of people have all kinds of feelings.” In front of Sawako’s house, Shouta says that he’ll see her tomorrow. Sawako says, okay. Just as he is about to leave, Sawako calls out to him. She then says that it is nothing. As she slightly waves him goodbye, Sawako thinks that she will definitely treasure it – Ume as her rival.
Hm..it does seem to be the ‘winding down’ of the confession arc with a final closure for Ume and in some ways, closure for Kent. I’m still crossing my finger about Kent and Ayane but Ayane and Pin does seem like ‘papa-mama/bro-sis’ since they are the ones who tend to ‘know-it-all’ and give advice to the others. Of course, for Pin, it is more like teasing Shouta =P The author also seems to want to show that everyone is ‘inherently nice’ because those girls are just frustrated and jealous that is why they are doing those things = motive for the deeds. They think that venting on Sawako can make them feel better even if deep down, they knew that it is wrong. Good thing that Ayane said the right words to them and they listened. The love rivals talk does seem to be about ‘fair fight’ and I guess this is why Ume is still filled with guilt over what she try to do to Sawako before. She really does believe that Shouta will never forgive her for it. I guess it is something that she would probably hide in her heart and make her not make the same mistake again. As for Ryu, gambatte..I think he said that because of what Pin ‘lectured’ them earlier =P
Chapter 44 is basically just Shouta’s point of view – that day in spring during the first year and how he views Sawako. It started with Sawako pointing to him how to get to school when he is lost. He is captivated by her smile. In school, everyone seems to know famous Shouta. Everyone is nervous around Sawako. When Shouta talks with her, her reaction is so delayed that she is still saying her reply yet the others are already talking about other things with Shouta. ^^; Then, Sawako is doing the job of class representative. Shouta notices her hard work and is always watching her. He hasn’t seen that radiant smile again. Then, Shouta tries to look at her face to face when giving her his notebook but it seems Shouta got embarrassed that he looks away. Sawako must be thinking that it is that ‘curse – do not look at her for so long’ that Sawako runs off while apologizing. This made Shouta think that she doesn’t like him. While Sawako is talking with some girl at the flower bed about 100% fresh/bright Shouta, Shouta talks with her from the window by asking how he should take that. Sawako says that it is a compliment. To Sawako’s surprise, Shouta tells her to wait for him as he goes to her side. Shouta says that it is good that she is still there because he thought that she hates him. Sawako asks why and how could she hate him. He invites her to a test of courage class trip.
On that day, at some wooded area, he thought that Sawako didn’t come since she isn’t around. While walking at the path, he had a fright when Sawako suddenly stands up from the bushes. He asks what she is doing. She says that she is playing a ghost/demon. Shouta tells her that she should have told him sooner for he thought she isn’t coming. He thinks that he actually felt happy that she is there. He asks if she isn’t scared of playing ghost alone there. Sawako tells him that she isn’t because she likes the night and its mood – leaves rustling and insects chirping. Shouta realizes that all of the things that Sawako does, she isn’t doing it because some people forced her to – she is doing what she wanted to do. Ayane and Chizuru appear to give Sawako a bottled drink as consolation. Sawako thanks them. She says that it is great that she was able to say that she can play a ghost which made everyone happy. Shouta thinks that even if Sawako don’t talk much, each sentence contains her inner feelings. Sawako somewhat smiles. Shouta thinks, “She smiled. Without showing off nor restraint..definitely, when she wants to smile, she can smile. Super optimistic” He smiles and tells her that she’s quite ‘bright=cheerful’. Shouta is surprised-blushes when Sawako is teary-eyed and tells him that is the first time someone said that to her. Narration: “...at that time, I still didn’t know. The next day, I’ve become aware of my ‘being in love’ self. Getting acquainted with me that day. Having [social] contact with the unfamiliar me. (Then, there is the hugging scene in the classroom during school festival.) The you who is always depending on your own strength to stand. The ‘100% nice’ you. Even if a bit afraid, I’ll properly tell you what I think [of you].”
Hehe..it turns out to be a love at first sight thing because ever since that day, Shouta couldn’t remove his eyes off her. Even if he is talking with all the other people, his eyes couldn’t help but wander off to her to see what she’s doing. Hehe, of course, the more he looks, the more he fell in love with her. That night, it is the ‘final blow’ for him because afterwards, he already starts to do something in order to win her ^^ It goes to show that even if sometimes what we do don’t seem to be noticed by others – just imagine all the time that Sawako is quietly doing her good deeds – someone is indeed watching without her knowing. And well, she got her ‘reward’ in the form of Shouta who is coveted by most of the girls in their school ^^ Hehe, it does seem like a fairy tale though but yup, for the two, it is like a ‘dream come true’ ^^ Scans by BillWang and P.S.S group + jiezhishou.cn group.
Word of the day:
We all have others who are observing us. Let’s live our lives in such a way that those who follow our example will help others in their walk with God. ~ Anne Cetas from Our Daily Bread
Free Talk: Cheese! series ramblings + teasers
Thursday, February 25, 2010
The Reimei no Arcana picture below is so pretty ^^ I like this author’s colored pages. This is from Cheese! official webpage. Hehe, that is just an advertisement for the next issue. Kurumatani Haruko has a one-shot[?] in Cheese! Hm..does this mean she moved from Shocomi to Cheese!? I saw some preview pages in the official page. Looks silly and fun to read..the lead guy is like a ‘prince’ in their school and girls just have an urge to want to strip him Lol The lead girl seems to be his ‘bodyguard’. No way, Pin to Kona has a part 2. Well, the first one is too short with only 3 chapters and the ‘ending’ is hanging. I am somewhat rooting for the ‘other guy’ Takeru even if he is so arrogant and everything at first. I think it will be interesting how he changes to a ‘nicer’ guy for Ayame’s sake in order for him to score points with her. His rival, Hiroki is Ayame’s first love [mutual except it is somewhat of a Romeo-Juliet thing], childhood friend, and better at kabuki than him =P It will be quite a challenge for Takeru. This somewhat reminds me of Koi, Hirari. From the preview of the first chapter of the second part, it is about Ayame and Hiroki’s past. The author is Shimaki Ako. I’ve read her Triple Kiss series and regarding that and this series, it seems that I tend to like her arrogant-spoiled ‘young master’ characters ^^;; The first volume cover is at the side of the picture below. Takeru looks cool-pretty ^^ Hm..I MIGHT try to squeeze this in with a ‘at a glance’ type of summary, just in case the part 2 will also be Chinese-scanlated.
From raws in BW, Kanojo wa Uso wo Aishisugiteru 12 is still about Aki’s past. *gloom* I got a shock from 5-ji kara 9-ji made 3..no way, that ‘high school girl’ wearing short skirts is a guy?! @_@;; This got to be the first time I saw a male cross-dresser character who has an hourglass-shaped figure. Does this mean that it is a 5 guy to 1 girl harem?! And finally, in Bokutachi wa Shitte Shimatta 36, Yukito knows that Risa is no good. I think it is a matter of time before he and Kotori become a couple again ^^
Kyou, Koi wo Hajimemasu [Chapters 52 - 55]
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Imagination: Tsubaki exclaims to her teacher as to why she is refused from going to S University when she is able to pass all the requirements. The teacher just tells her that she is involved in that Okinawa field trip incident so that shouldn’t be so surprising. They cannot let her be a representative of the school so she should just do her best to pass the test. Tsubaki exclaims for her teacher to wait. End Imagination. Tsubaki exclaims for the ship to wait. “My future~~” Kyouta grabs her before she falls down the pier. She wants to call Miho but she left her phone in the room [the other place where they are staying]. Kyouta tells her that even if she is able to contact Miho, that boat is the last one out of the island. So, without any choice, they have to stay in that place until tomorrow morning. Smiling Kyouta holds out his hand to her and tells her that, what’s done is done so how about they enjoy their time together while passing the time. Kyouta is aghast when Tsubaki just looks away and says that she isn’t like Kyouta for how can she even enjoy this. Kyouta just grabs her and pulls her away. At some restaurant, Kyouta treats Tsubaki to some kakigōri [shaved ice dessert with syrup]. Tsubaki exclaims that the blue colored syrup is like the color of the sea. Kyouta says that she easily becomes happy just because of that dessert. Tsubaki is flustered when Kyouta says that it seems that she can actually pass the time cheerfully. His phone rings and it is from Haru who informs him that Kyouta hasn’t been found out yet and he also helped cover for Tsubaki. After hanging up, Kyouta tells her that tomorrow morning, they will ride the first ship out then head straight to Ishigaki airport so that the school won’t find out. Tsubaki seems a bit doubtful about this plan. Then, he holds her shoulders and tells her that he needs her cooperation. At a guesthouse, the male receptionist exclaims that they are lucky for there is only one room available now. Embarrassed-smiling, Kyouta says that they are supposed to leave the island on the same day but they didn’t know that the last ship left early. Tsubaki nervously plays along that it is because Kyouta is like that. She adds that even in college, he is like that so he always lost a lot of opportunities. While holding out the keys to Kyouta, the receptionist says that the second floor room is theirs. Kyouta thanks him. The receptionist then pulls away the keys and asks if one room is okay and they couldn’t be the students from the field trip earlier that day. This shocks Tsubaki. She denies it while nervously thinking what if he tells the school about this. She is shaking really bad that Kyouta holds her hand tighter. Kyouta firmly denies it though they cannot show any proof otherwise. He just tells the man if he won’t let them stay there then they can just go to some other place. Tsubaki thinks that his grip has conveyed to her the message of ‘It will be okay’.
While Kyouta is opening the door, Tsubaki comments that even if they managed to pull that off, she felt that her life has shortened. Kyouta just exclaims that the room looks nice. Tsubaki looks in the room and wonders if she’s going to stay here for one night with Kyouta. She remembers the time when he was embracing her and telling her that he’ll teach her [regarding sex]. She is surprised when Kyouta holds her and tells her to quickly go to him. Tsubaki is thinking that he wanted to have sex already when she hasn’t even psyche herself about this. She protests for him him to wait for she hasn’t removed her shoes yet. Kyouta tells her, “Ah..but, at that side..is a huge spider there.” After seeing the spider on the wall, Tsubaki screams. Soon, she falls on top of Kyouta who is lying on the floor. Kyouta complains that if she wants to push him, at least do that on the bed. Kyouta said that because hitting the floor hurts but blushing Tsubaki misunderstands him that she apologizes and says that she didn’t mean it that way. Kyouta looks at her in surprise and asks if she is expecting some lewd stuff. This made Tsubaki blush all over as she denies it. Kyouta ‘chops’ her head and tells her to relax for he hasn’t become stupid to lay his hand on her on such a critical situation [= playing truant?]. Kyouta says that they should go out to eat. He leaves the room while Tsubaki is so embarrassed to death for she thinks that she’s the only who is conscious of that. It seems not because outside, Kyouta also looks flustered. While eating dinner, Kyouta tells her that after they finished eating, they’ll go to the roof to watch the stars. Tsubaki lamely says ya because she isn’t that interested in stars. Later on, they go up the stairs with Kyouta ahead of her. He tells her that it’s good that the weather is nice and the sky is clear. Tsubaki’s eyes widen as she sees a lot of stars. Kyouta says that he can even see the Milky Way. He shows it to her and Tsubaki has brightened up for seeing it for the first time. Kyouta takes this opportunity to explain that it is the new moon now so there is no light from the moon hence it is the best time to see the stars so even if it is against the rules, he still deliberately wanted to stay there. He apologizes for involving her to come there. He assures her that he planned on taking all of the blame if they were ever found out by the school. Tsubaki just bows and says that she’ll leave everything to him. She thinks that she’s really not good enough because she only thinks of herself and how could he even lay his hand on her. She calls herself an idiot for suddenly having such thoughts [of him wanting to do it].
Kyouta complains about a shadow that he can’t see the Crux/Southern Cross constellation. When Tsubaki asks about this, Kyouta tells her what part of the sky it should be located. He says that it is mentioned that constellation can be seen in Hateruma Island and during this time of the month. Tsubaki leans closer to the railing that her breasts somewhat ‘forms’ [because of the railing]. It made Kyouta remember her wearing that cute bikini that he quickly looks away from her. He just says that maybe they can no longer see it during this time. Tsubaki asks if it is that. After a pause, Kyouta turns to her and says, no way. Tsubaki points to the sky near where the sea and sky meets. Sure enough, it is there and a shooting star passes by. The two look surprised. Kyouta praises Tsubaki for being great and it is really good that they stayed there today. Kyouta notices that Tsubaki keeps on looking at the direction that he asks what’s up..is she making a wish on the shooting star when it is obvious just a dust of the universe. He stops talking upon noticing that Tsubaki is teary eyed. It turns out that Tsubaki isn’t thinking of any wish for it is the first time she had seen a shooting star. She tells him that just seeing that has moved her. “The universe is really..wonderful..! I feel like I understand a bit as to why Tsubaki-kun is really interested in the universe.” Kyouta can no longer endure it that he quickly hugs her and kisses her repeatedly. Tsubaki is surprised when she felt his hand under her shirt. Kyouta admits that he cannot stop himself when he just swore to himself that he won’t do anything foolish. Tsubaki blushes when Kyouta asks her if she has already prepared herself regarding what will happen afterwards. “If you aren’t ready then, I’ll just stay here underneath the sky. You can stay in the room by yourself. ..what do you think?” Remembering the time before [almost H in his apartment], she holds his hand and says he can’t sleep there else he’ll catch a cold. They should both go to their room and sleep there. They head back to the room. Before the door closes, Kyouta goes to kiss Tsubaki again. In the room, they continue to French kiss. Tsubaki is flustered upon remembering Kyouta asking if she is prepared about what happens after kissing. She leans backwards a bit too much that *bang* she hits her head on the wall ^^;
Tsubaki says that hurts and this is very embarrassing. Not minding her calls for her to first remove her shoes, Kyouta puts her on the bed. While Tsubaki is worried about the spider, Kyouta removes her shoes then kisses her knee. Tsubaki realizes that Kyouta is really serious about this so she should prepare herself. To Kyouta’s surprise, Tsubaki starts to take off her clothes. He asks her what she is doing. Tsubaki says that she has to undress before doing ‘that’ – regarding what happens after kissing, as he mentioned before. She thinks that today, he’ll teach her the rest of it. Kyouta hold her from behind and tells her that there is no need for her to do that because he’ll help her undress. Tsubaki tries to tell him that she can do it on her own but Kyouta says that they’ll start. Kyouta pulls off Tsubaki’s shirt. Seeing her back/neck, he goes for it then unlocks her bra. This surprises Tsubaki and she shouts that this isn’t fair. She says that she’ll feel weird and embarrassed if she’s the only one naked. So, Kyouta takes off his shirt. The topless couple hugs each other. Tsubaki says that this is a bewildering feeling since even if she feels ashamed, she also felt comfortable. Kyouta smiles and says that if she feels that shy then later on it would be too much. Kyouta puts her down on the bed and starts kissing. Tsubaki looks uneasy when he goes for her neck. She tells him that part is ticklish that she’s getting goose bumps. She is surprised when he starts licking her breast. He asks if that is ticklish. Tsubaki says no but it’s a rather strange feeling. She thinks that it arousing her. She asks him to please stop for a moment but Kyouta just kisses her and pulls down her pants. Soon, Tsubaki’s pants are on the floor. Kyouta stops upon seeing Tsubaki crying and shaking. Tsubaki mutters, no, she doesn’t want it that she is the only one who is feeling strange that it makes her hate herself and she’s embarrassed to death. Kyouta says that he wants to see this kind of Tsubaki forever. “So, I’m really happy right now.” Tsubaki looks at him and asks if that is true.
Kyouta then pushes her legs up. Kyouta snaps out of it when Tsubaki shouts for him to wait. “How about the condom?!” Kyouta dumbfound asks, huh? Tsubaki shouts that if he isn’t using it then they can’t do it. Kyouta seems to lamely protest but Tsubaki insists on it because what will happen if a ‘mistake’ [= pregnant] happens. Kyouta says, “No way..so you mean, if there is a condom then it’s okay?” He stands up and gets his shirt. He says that it is because that she said before that this kind of thing is prohibited until the first night so he didn’t prepare one. Tsubaki tries to protest about what she meant but before going to the bathroom, Kyouta tells her that next time, he’ll be prepared for it. Tsubaki fails to stop him. She scratches on the wall in frustration as to what she is doing during the school trip and there won’t be a second time. She couldn’t believe that she did such a shameful thing and it is like in the manga she read before. She’s flustered upon remembering Kyouta’s smiling while he tells her that he is really happy. While taking a shower, Kyouta is still flustered as he mutters that was very dangerous. After coming out, he sees Tsubaki has bundled herself in the blanket. Kyouta gloomily sits at the side of the bed and says something. [I can’t read it..maybe he’s being tempted or punished] Soon, they ride on the first ship back to the main island. At the airport, Miho quickly calls Tsubaki to her side and says that she was really worried and good thing that the teacher hasn’t discovered that she is missing. Tsubaki apologizes and thanks her. She is flustered when Miho says that since it is Tsubaki, so definitely, nothing happened between her and Kyouta. Seeing Tsubaki’s embarrassed reaction, Miho exclaims what it is. Meanwhile, Kyouta seems nauseous because he endured for a night, didn’t sleep and seasick. Haru seems to be asking what happened to him. So, that is their school trip that ended peacefully and their distance from each other has been reduced.
At Kyouta’s room, Kyouta is answering some math problem. Tsubaki just says, “So that’s how it is done.” Kyouta asks her if that is what she wants to teach him. Tsubaki complains why Kyouta can answer all the questions when he even had a part time job + he doesn’t bring his textbooks home. Tsubaki picks another difficult math problem for him to solve. She looks at him and thinks that even if she is frustrated [that he can do things easily] but Kyouta is really amazing and handsome. Kyouta notices that she’s looking at him. When he asks about this, Tsubaki looks away and blushes. She stutters while she denies it. He goes near to her then starts kissing her. Tsubaki thinks that this feeling, could it be.. Kyouta leans her on the bed and to her surprise, Kyouta starts to put his hand under her blouse. Tsubaki realizes that he is doing what he did that night at Hateruma. She quickly shouts that she is going home. While holding the textbook, she declares that she cannot concentrate unless she is all alone. She goes out his apartment and thinks what she should do for it seems that if the two of them are alone, that embarrassing thing would inevitably happen. She also thinks that even if Kyouta says that he is happy to see her like that, she cannot help but feel terrified about it..as if she is no longer herself. She decides to temporarily not be alone with Kyouta. At school, Tsubaki looks at the results of the exams. Kyouta tops it with 970 points while Tsubaki is in second place with 914 points. Tsubaki is relieved that she got her grades up again after her rank fell to the 6th position because of some troublesome regarding Kyouta before. She didn’t notice that she is touching a fireworks display poster that Kyouta who appears behind her asks if she wants to go there. She is flustered upon seeing him that she ends up tearing off the poster from the bulletin board. It is on 7/24. Tsubaki thinks that they would be alone again so she says that she isn’t interested and she won’t be taking the initiative to do such an embarrassing thing.
Kyouta is somewhat puzzled about what she is saying that he tells her that she now has free time after the exams, so how about they go to his house. This surprises Tsubaki as she tries to pin back the poster. Kyouta tells her that he has something to tell her and by tomorrow, he has to work nonstop that he won’t have any free time. He tells her that after classes, he’ll fetch her in her classroom. Tsubaki stutters as she tries to make up an excuse. She finally lies that she has to meet with Miho after school. She freaks out when Kyouta asks Miho, who is behind her, if that is true. Seeing Tsubaki’s tense expression, Miho plays along and says that it is true. Miho teases Kyouta that she won’t give Tsubaki to him and compared to Kyouta, the two of them are much closer. Miho pulls Tsubaki away to the study room. Kyouta decides that he just have to tell it to Tsubaki next time. While walking at the hallway, Tsubaki apologizes to Miho for making her play along with that. She thanks her for helping. Miho says that it is no problem but in return, she wants Tsubaki to honestly tell her what happened that night in the field trip with Kyouta. Tsubaki tells her that there is nothing to talk about. Miho tells her that a while ago, Tsubaki looks like she wants to run away from Kyouta so it could be because of what happened then. Miho asks her if the reason is that Tsubaki thinks she is a person who doesn’t have the right to be consulted by Tsubaki. As if hurt, Miho apologizes for minding Tsubaki’s business. Tsubaki protests that isn’t true for she really wanted to ask Miho about something but she couldn’t because Miho used to [like] Kyouta. Miho asks what she is saying. She shakes Tsubaki hard as to why Tsubaki is still saying that as if she still has feelings for Kyouta. She exclaims if that is how it is, then she won’t even ask Tsubaki about it. Tsubaki still tries to say ‘but’ but Miho tells her, ‘no buts’ for if she said so, Tsubaki shouldn’t mind that at all. She happily tells Tsubaki that this has nothing to do with Kyouta but rather, as a friend to Tsubaki, she wants to help her with her utmost best. This made Tsubaki smile. While eating at an ice cream parlor, Miho asks if she finally did it with Kyouta and if it’s Kyouta, he probably had endured it for such a long time so he really does cherish her. Tsubaki corrects her that they did it only halfway since she really felt strange-awkward about it that she feels really ashamed. Now that she has calmed down a bit, she feels strange as if she has become like a frog. [I think] Miho tells her that she’ll get used to it soon. Tsubaki is blushing as she asks that it is done in order to reproduce as in make a baby.
Miho thinks that Tsubaki’s ‘Showa [1925-1989 era] image’ has showed up again. Blushing Miho says that she doesn’t think about that for she is only thinking how happy she is because at that time, she felt like he is saying that she is special. Miho says that one will truly feel embarrassed, but it is in that embarrassing situation, they can see each other honestly. “Isn’t that kind of relationship great?” She says that it is like how Tsubaki can discuss this subject with her. “It makes me feel really happy.” Tsubaki exclaims that she is also happy. She thinks that embarrassing thing is unexpectedly an expression of love. She has no way of recognizing it as that but there is definitely some sort of meaning to being embarrassed. “Because of this, I absolutely do not want Kyouta-kun to do this with someone else. Is there a way for me to convey this feeling to him?” After school, Tsubaki waits for Kyouta. Kyouta asks what she wanted to tell him. Tsubaki tells him that there is something she wants to apologize for. To her surprise, Kyouta asks if it is about her escaping from him in order to avoid any situation wherein they are all alone. Tsubaki asks if he had noticed. Kyouta says that is inevitable and he had been anticipating it. Tsubaki is puzzled. Kyouta tells her that at Hateruma, from the start, she has this ‘resisting stance’ and he actually decided to guide her slowly but after seeing her with that kind of [flustered] expression, his calmness completely vanished. Patting her shoulder, Kyouta tells her that they’ll do it on her own pace so when she is already in a good mood, she can just tell him. “I’m off to work.” Before he can leave, she calls out to him and asks if he wants to go to this – fireworks display [poster]. She tells him that she didn’t want to go yesterday is because of ‘that’ but she will adjust her feelings [for sex] starting from today on. Kyouta looks somewhat surprised then says, “Tsubaki..sorry, but I’ll be going to the United States and spend my vacation there. Haru will accompany me in going to his father’s place. Upon arriving there, I can finally go to NASA-type of places for sightseeing. So, before the summer break, I’m going to do lots of work.” Patting her head, he continues, “That’s how it is so until the [summer] break ends, we won’t have any chance of being alone together. No need to hurry. No need to hurry. Bye!” Kyouta walks away as Tsubaki falls down while ripping the poster off the bulletin board again. Narration: “So, like that, the vacation without seeing Kyouta begins.”
And so, it has been a week since Kyouta went to the United States. In her room, Tsubaki is doing some assignment. When she is about to get her icy-cold glass of drink, Sakura grabs it and drinks from it. Sakura gloomily asks her if Tsubaki is studying again and she’s really idle. Tsubaki reprimands her for entering her room without knocking. Sakura just says that compared to Tsubaki, Kyouta chose Haru and is going to stay with Haru throughout the summer break. Girlfriend < Best friend. Tsubaki denies that is true since Kyouta is doing this for his future. Sakura changes the topic by asking Tsubaki to help her dress up in a yukata as well as fix her hair. Tsubaki realizes that today is the fireworks display. After Sakura is dressed up, she thanks her sister and prepares to leave. Tsubaki calls out to her and asks what’s with that huge bag she is carrying with her. Sakura winks and tells her that it is a change of clothes because if the yukata is untied, she has no way of fixing it again. Tsubaki blushes really red about it and thinks that it is nice to be with one’s boyfriend at a fireworks display whereas she has no contact with Kyouta. Flashback: At the school’s staircase, Kyouta told Tsubaki that his cellphone doesn’t work overseas so from tomorrow, he won’t be able to get in touch with her until he returns to the country. Tsubaki just glumly replied, ya. Kyouta is really happy that he can save money on lodging since he’ll be staying at Haru’s place. Tsubaki thought that it seems that Kyouta is really happy. This is their first summer vacation wherein they are a couple. She wondered if she is the only one who is lonely that they won’t be able to see each other. Kyouta is looking at dejected Tsubaki. She is surprised and embarrassed when Kyouta asked her if she wants to do it first. “38 kisses.” Tsubaki exclaimed what he is talking about. Kyouta told her that she will surely be lonely if she can’t see him so those 38 kisses are for the 38 days they can’t see each other. When he tries to kiss her, flustered Tsubaki suddenly stood up and denied that she’ll be lonely. She exclaimed that she doesn’t need any kisses at all. “I’ll just see you again at the opening ceremony.” Before she can leave, Kyouta called out to her and smiled to say, “See you.” Tsubaki climbed down the stairs and left him. End flashback.
In her room, Tsubaki is frustrated that she is the only one who’ll be lonely so such an awful way of parting with Kyouta has happened. Her phone starts ringing and it is Miho. When Tsubaki answers the phone, Miho shouts for her to listen about Keito [her boyfriend] being too cruel since he had totally forgotten about their fireworks date today and made arrangements to meet with his society/club members. Miho is angry that Keito said that he couldn’t cancel it with his sempai. Tsubaki is dizzy from Miho’s shouting that she can only mutter, ‘That’s too bad.’ Miho shouts, “So! Tsubaki, do you want to go there with me! We’ll simply wear yukata and go up to Kamiku[?] to watch the fireworks—How about it?” Tsubaki happily says, “That’s great!” At the place where there are a lot of booths, Tsubaki and Miho are shock to see that all of the people there are couples and there is even a couple of elementary-age. Tsubaki happily tells Miho that she is really happy because this is the first time she went with a friend to a fireworks display. Miho is touched by what she said that she hugs Tsubaki and exclaims that they ought to have fun to the max. “Long live girls ♥” Tsubaki hears some exploding sounds. She turns to Miho to tell her that the fireworks have started. To her surprise, Miho is talking with perspiring [from running] Keito. She asks, why he is there. Keito says that Miho is always on his mind that he ended up leaving half-way to go to her. Keito says that Miho looks cute in the yukata. Miho apologizes and says that right now, she is with Tsubaki but Tsubaki quickly makes up an excuse that her mother just called so she is now going home. She runs off as Miho calls her. Then, Keito hugs Miho = they made up. Walking alone and surrounded by couples, Tsubaki tries to smile and says that she cannot do anything but just head home. She is surprised when a guy, together with his girlfriend, hit Tsubaki’s yukata with his grilled squid with sauce. The guy grumbles that it is Tsubaki’s fault for being lost in thought. As the fireworks are lit up and couples all around, Tsubaki can only hold her cellphone tight and starts crying. Then, her phone rings. She didn’t know the number who is calling but she answers anyway. It turns out to be Kyouta who is calling from Haru’s father’s vet clinic. Hehe, Haru’s father is holding a clock at Kyouta to remind him of the cost =P Kyouta tells Tsubaki that he can’t be on the phone for a long time. Kyouta asks her if today is the fireworks display that she wants to go. He is curious if she went and if so, with whom or is she alone. Tsubaki is puzzled why he is doing this. Tsubaki mutters that she’s alone. Kyouta couldn’t believe it and asks if it is lonely. Tsubaki denies that she is lonely because [if she said yes] it will make her like him more. To her surprise, Kyouta says that it is the opposite for him since just hearing her voice makes him want to see her more. Tsubaki is somewhat surprised that their feelings are the same. “I want to quickly see him. I want to touch him. I really like Tsubaki-kun!” Haru’s father shouts at Kyouta so Kyouta tells Tsubaki that he is going to hang up. Tsubaki tells him that she has only one thing to say. “Next time..when we meet, I have something that I want to give you.” This surprises Kyouta while Tsubaki is looking flustered. Narration: “I know of a way to convey this feeling to him.”
In my opinion, I think Tsubaki ought to work on her communication, using words, with Kyouta rather than focusing more on conveying her feelings through sex. She kept on lying about not missing him for her pride since she doesn’t want that she is the only one longs for him. It does seem that she is holding the short end of the stick. Like during the almost sex scene, she mentioned that it is unfair that she is the only one naked. I think it is also unfair that she is the only one giving up her dream for him. If I remember correctly, it is her dream to get married as a virgin. I believed that dream is her one and only dream for herself because all that studying stuff to get into a great university is her mother’s dream for her. If it weren’t for that, it wouldn’t really matter to me whether they have sex or not. It does seem that her pride is misplaced ^^; She should have protest about the sex but tell the truth that she will be lonely. One may argue that it shows that she really loves him that she will give ‘everything’ to him to please him. Somehow, I find that way too submissive/eager to please that I agree, she doesn’t seem herself anymore because this is more like she is forced to have sex with him rather than it being mutual. Well, it did show in those scenes. It does seem that she is losing her own free will or identity. Maybe, it is just me. I’m thinking if it is vice-versa, would Kyouta give up his astronaut dream for her? I doubt it. Oh well, if it’s no regrets for Tsubaki, I guess it should be fine by me. Also, I don’t buy Kyouta’s alibi that he wants to do it on her own pace because he already knew that she is avoiding him because she is scared of them being alone yet he kept on ‘attacking her’ when they are alone and he would even suggest that she go to his house. If we didn’t know that Kyouta is a ‘nice’ guy, the things he has been doing would make me think that he’s the type of guy who’ll have sex with the hard-to-get/virgin girl then dumps her after getting what he wanted. Miho said that Kyouta has endured a lot to stop himself but I think that’s okay because with all the stuff that Tsubaki endured for him, that doesn’t seem enough =P Hehe, you might disagree with me about that one ^^; As for Miho, I don’t like her in these last two chapters. First, when she tried to play on Tsubaki’s guilt with that ‘how come you won’t tell me, I thought we are friends’ line, I find that a bit manipulative. I think it is probably how she said it since it seems like she is ‘acting’. With Tsubaki’s personality, of course, she will think she’s to blame for not trusting Miho enough to tell her about her sex/love life. Good thing that Miho isn’t that gossip type of friend else what happened would probably all over the school. =P Then, there is that ‘using’ Tsubaki to go to the fireworks display just because her boyfriend forgot their date then, dumping Tsubaki when that boyfriend is back. I guess for Miho it is boyfriend > best friend. Even if Tsubaki says it is okay, I would want Miho to at least put some effort on stopping her rather than just calling her name. Surely, she knows that Tsubaki will be lonelier this way – surrounded by couples, fireworks and she’s all alone. Tsk, and Miho said about having fun and all that stuff. Either way, it is a lose-lose situation for Tsubaki because if she stays with them, she’ll feel awkward and if not, it still sucks. So now, Tsubaki is lonely and Kyouta called about missing her. I think it is really only a matter of time before they finally did it especially if the author is going for the ‘third time is the charm’ thing, that other author’s are doing. It will be third time because the other time is when Tsubaki ‘offers herself’ to Kyouta in his house before. Hehe..first - clothes off, second - foreplay and the third is probably you know what =P Scans by 星空ツ泪, ling and Amyangel19910323 for BW, and 草莓defer for iieye.
Word of the day:
Are you struggling in your beliefs? Look up at the stars tonight. In the sky is crafted an amazing road sign pointing to the Designer behind the design. ~ Dennis Fisher from Our Daily Bread
Teasers: Black Bird 40, Dengeki Daisy 33 and Akuma to Love Song 66-67 + others
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Black Bird 40 starts with Kaede, Kyo’s cousin/female servant of Syou bringing Misao to some childcare center. The children happily greet her because they seem to know who she is. Misao hug a child and seems to think about something about kids being in this kind dangerous world. Then, a child is crying. It seems when Misao touched the child’s stomach, he feels a bit well. Kaede tells something to Misao that seems to make her think that her touch can help people. Kyo comes in to find Misao being ‘glomped’ by kids. I think Kyo warns Misao to be careful of Kaede. Then, Kyo had a talk with Kaede who seems to tell him that she isn’t that close to her father. She says something which made Kyo a bit frustrated. Then, Misao talks with Sagami’s wife [wife, right? Forgot already] regarding her fears and stuff. Then, some people appear asking Misao to give her blood to some sick person. Kyo enters to stop the ruckus but Misao starts acting a tantrum regarding blood = painful? Kyo looks surprised. She then did some flirting move [leg up on Kyo’s shoulder] on Kyo and says something which made everyone blush except Kaede. Another guy is causing some ruckus that Kyo made him ‘fall asleep’. Then, Kaede sees Kyo with Sagami. She is about to call Kyo but she overhears somewhat blushing Kyo talking to Sagami about Misao. Kaede walks away dejected and goes to Sou’s place. She seems to report to Sou what happened earlier that Sou decides to do something else. Sou tells her to get something. Kaede gets a box with the word ‘seal’ in front. Sou unseals it. It contains some ripped clothes with blood on it. He smells it and says it is fragrant and something about akayashi. I think he then mentioned about severing Misao and Kyo’s strong bond and something about sealing/sealed memories of Misao. Kaede seems to be quite good at doing this secretly..she seems to be helping yet there is a hint of ulterior motive to it all. Bring Misao to see those sick children so that she cannot help but want to help them. She would also know what the parents feel of wanting their loved ones healed. People who desperately want to protect someone can be quite scary at times that they cannot see reason but to get what they want. Of course, they haven't thought about the consequences of giving her blood to them else why would Kyo's own retainers do not want it. I wonder for how long Misao and Kyo can hold off those people from becoming aggressive. Temporarily, I guess that 'flirting move' of Misao worked =P That's good because it makes her less like a 'damsel in distress'. If all of this is Sou and Kaede's plan..it's pretty good. Just as I thought, Sou has revised his way of destroying Kyo. There is no need to do this upfront which can make the people angry at him. He can discredit Kyo this way as if he wants Misao's blood all for himself. It seems that they are going for phase 2 of their plot. I wonder if I understood Sou’s plot right which I think might make Misao distrustful of Kyo. Also, I find it somewhat odd that Kaede becomes overly sad in that part when she wants to greet Kyo. Could it be that she actually likes Kyo? Her earlier plot does seem to be more aimed at Misao - to cause her distress, etc rather than for Kyo. If it is that then, it seems like a cliche love polygon a couple who wants either one of the 'official couple' by teaming up to do bad deeds. ^^; Scans by flavia
Things are moving in Dengeki Daisy 33 as the villains finally made their move on the two’s date. It starts with Teru planning where they are going for their date. She tells her friends about her probable uneasiness about what Kurosaki might tell her. Rena and friend seem to tell her to just have fun and things will be alright. Later on, Teru shows Kurosaki the magazine of a theme park where she would want to go. They talk and Kurosaki put his scarf on her. Elsewhere, boss is talking with Onizuka who seems to be really worried about something - hoping that things will be okay with those two. Then, there are some scenes of Teru emailing a message to Daisy, and of Kiyoshi and a guy friend of Teru regarding cellphone after PE. At the school’s computer lab, Teru logs in using her name to research about the theme park. Little does she know that her computer is being hacked. A black haired woman is reporting to someone on the phone about preparing the ‘ferris wheel’ since that is what Teru is researching about. Soon, it is the day. Teru happily telling Onizuka that everything will be okay. At the theme park, Teru and Kurosaki had fun by going around really fast in the teacup ride. Then, Kurosaki wants to go to the haunted house. He holds her hand and run through the place really fast =P Teru made Kurosaki ride on a merry-go-round and she takes his picture. They play some shooting games. Before riding on a roller coaster, Teru is made to leave her bag so that the bag won’t fall off. Someone takes her bag. After lots of fun, they are going to eat. Kurosaki goes to buy some drinks. When Teru opens her bag, she finds that her cellphone is missing. Inside, there is a message from Akira asking to meet her at the ferris wheel if she wants her phone back.
At the drinks vending machine, Kurosaki gets a phone call from Chiharu, the nurse from the clinic before = almost killed Teru before and she’s really black haired = one who hacked Teru’s school computer. They talk a bit and Kurosaki is shock when Chiharu mentions that Teru is with that guy in the ferris wheel. In the ferris wheel, Akira is muttering something – how high they are. Teru demands that he give her cellphone back. Akira plays around with her which infuriates Teru. Teru asks him about his relationship with Chiharu. More arguing as Teru continues to ask/get her phone back. She is startled when Akira mentions something. Suddenly, the ferris wheel stops moving. People are angry at the operators about it..I think the relatives of those who are still in the ferris wheel. Kurosaki looks frustrated as he continues to talk to giggling Chiharu who seems to say it is to teach Teru a lesson. Chiharu is just behind him. While Kurosaki is about to shout something back, he gets an email from Teru. It seems that Akira made Teru write something to Kurosaki, “daisy I cannot forgive the person who killed by brother. Please disappear.*” [*according to yukitokaji.] She said that maybe Akira wrote it then later on gives the phone to Teru. She also mentioned that Teru is thinking, “It’s your fault for always being so secretive.” – not sure which part this is and what Akira said is very scary. Well, too bad that they let their guard down. Their fun date has a possibility of being their first and last. It momentarily made Kurosaki forget his guilt. Too bad, those two villains took this opportunity to destroy everything. Hm..I wonder if this will make Kurosaki ‘run off’ or he’ll finally face his fear of telling Teru. It’s awful though that someone else would be the one to tell her. I guess Kurosaki can only blame himself for being so slow. I’m curious though about Akira and Chiharu’s grudge on Daisy/Kurosaki. It seems a bit too cowardly of them to use Teru to attack him but then, she is his weakness as well as his strength. I guess Onizuka does have the right to be very worried. Too bad, she and the others didn’t ‘stalk’ the couple to make sure that things will indeed go well. Anyway, I hope Kurosaki and Teru recover soon so that they can go against that tech-savvy couple of Akira and Chiharu. Funny couple vs Scary couple =P Scans by flavia
Akuma to Love Song 66 is such an intense chapter and it is pretty much what we all have been waiting for. yukitokaji who scanned this for BW said it is a roller coaster ride of heaven and hell. After the kiss in the music room, Shin says something which seems like some sort of confession. He then leans Maria on the piano and kisses her again. Everything is pretty much kisses, hugs and crying. Unfortunately, Shin has mentioned the forbidden sentence which Maria’s mother also said while hugging her. Not sure if it is ‘Nobody said that Maria is a failure’ since the kanji in the dialogue has ‘leave’ – maybe I won’t leave you. It triggers Maria’s memories of her mother - before committing suicide? This made Maria try to resist Shin and it seems to be fear that something might happen to Shin. Just when he has put his hand under her blouse, Shin is surprised when Maria starts reacting violently. She hits the piano keys too hard that the string breaks. It slashes Shin’s right hand. It is bleeding badly. I think Maria remembers the time when her mother is hugging her with a slashed-bleeding arm [<- suicide]. Maria mutters something about blood and promptly faints on Shin. Cue on flashback: Maria is happy with her mother but neighbors tend to talk ill about her mother. Since her mother was somewhat timid, Maria took it upon herself to protect her mother by shouting/talking back at the others that she starts to be bullied. Thus, the ‘akuma Maria’ is born who reveals the ugly side of others – why judge us when you are not perfect either. What Maria is starting to bother her mother in a way that she snapped at Maria. After realizing what she has done, she ran off, leaving crying Maria. End flashback.
At the clinic, Maria is sleeping while crying. Shin wipes her tears away. Yuusuke comes in and talks a bit. I think Shin’s wound is quite deep. Yuusuke seems to be asking if he can still play the piano but Shin is more on regretting about not heeding the nun’s advice before regarding Maria and probably fears what will happen to Maria now. Tomoyo appears. A little talk then Tomoyo and Yuusuke leave. Then, Ave Maria is being played in school – closing song. Shin remembers Maria happily telling him about the song and then he remembers Maria crying and freaking out. Shin starts crying and saying something which pretty much about regret, I guess. Maria just keeps on sleeping, a bit teary-eyed. And, well, where does the story go from here on. ^^; From what happened, it doesn’t look really good for this couple. If Shin can no longer play that will pretty much give Maria lots of guilt feelings and it might close her heart. No wonder she had a breakdown since everything she had 'covered up' has repeated again. It is also not good that this happened in a music room because Maria might not want to do anything related to music anymore as punishment for herself. I think what Maria is doing to her mother is pretty much like what she is doing for Anna before. She might have a good intention about it but then, I guess for Maria's mother it made her feel like she is an incompetent mother since her daughter has to defend her. Well..anyway, they really need tons of 'gambatte' to get over this. I also wonder if the series is going to end soon after Maria gets over pretty much of all that.
Oh..yukitokaji has also just uploaded Akuma to Love Song 67. In Maria’s room, Shin brings her something to drink. Maria looks really haggard. It seems that it has been 5 days already and Maria kept dreaming about her younger self. Shin tries to cheer her up but she starts asking about his hand. It seems that no matter what Shin tries to tell her isn’t going through her. It seems she is somewhat frustrated that this happens after Shin’s confession. At school, their friends are preparing for..ah, school cultural something about music which iirc, Maria suggested. They are really worried but Shin goes to school after receiving Tomoyo’s fax from Maria’s home. Shin seems to want to talk with Yuusuke and Shintaro. Shin tells something to Tomoyo which seems to agitate her like she isn’t going to wait around and be worried about Maria. At the roof, Shin says something which makes Shintaro angry. Shin seems to be losing it as if he has given up or self-pity that Yuusuke socks it to him. He reprimands something to Shin which somehow flustered-touched Shin. Maybe they are going to help them go through this? Tomoyo and Ayu go to Maria’s house and stop Maria before she slashes her wrist with a box cutter knife. This made Ayu shout at her. Tomoyo answers Ayu back that soon, Tomoyo and Ayu are arguing. Somehow, Maria realizes that she has friends who really care for her. Tomoyo is really happy when Maria says something in her usual ‘akuma-arrogant’ way. She hugs Maria that she has somehow recovered. Ayu hits her head for trying to do something foolish. Tomoyo asks something about Shin. While Maria is answering, she lost her voice. Hm..it seems that both are going on an emotional breakdown. Meguro is planning to carry this burden on his own because he feels that it is all his fault. Also Maria is feeling as if her existence doesn't have any worth at all and even cause trouble to others. Hopefully, Yuusuke's punch can 'wake' Shin up from his self-pity or whatever that is. It's nice that the guys are helping Shin and the girls are helping Maria. They really need their friends before things get out of control. Geez, this seems to be heading to tragedy since both Maria and Shin who are into music has lost, hopefully temporarily, their capabilities to make music. Aside from treasuring friends, maybe they will now really treasure their talents which they could also take for granted. I guess the story would be now -- the two being helped by their friends with their 'handicaps'. They may have lost their 'talents' but now, they have what is really more important to them. Hope they now treasure each other more and their friends. I hope the author will somehow aim for a happy ending.
Other teasers of Margaret series: In Hadashi de Bara wo Fume 33, Soichiroh had a misunderstanding why Sumi is in Nozomu’s house. He starts to snub Sumi – made her sleep in the guest room with Atari and do not want her packed lunch. Well, at least, her brother’s work is making progress. About the packed lunch, if Soichiroh doesn’t want it, Nozomu does. Soichiroh can only be frustrated upon seeing Nozumu eating it =P Later on, Soichiroh goes to Nozomu’s house and sees the painting. He blushed upon seeing the naked Sumi painting. Will he be jealous if he thinks Nozomu already saw her naked? To his surprise, I think he finally realizes what Nozumu felt for Sumi because I think Nozumu just told him that is the person he loves. Stupid Soichiroh for snubbing her like that when she got into the predicament = into Nozomu's house because of his tantrum in the first place. If he keeps this up, it might make Nozomu more confident to do more damage later on. If I’m right regarding what Nozomu said, I guess Nozomu doesn't seem to have any intention of hiding his feelings anymore. He totally disregards what Soichiroh is to Sumi. It seems to be a declaration of war =P Better be careful Soichiroh..as in start being nice to Sumi or even confess to her or else.. Then, after some missing chapters, in Koibana! 54, we finally get the real kiss but Hanabi’s reaction is quite unexpected. Lol..she seems to find it really disgusting. A blow to Chikai’s over inflated ego =P At the end of the chapter, White day has finally arrive. Will it be a yes or a no?
Word of the day:
When trials overwhelm our souls and tempt us to despair, we need to reach out to the Lord and trust His tender care. ~ Sper From Our Daily Bread
Teasers: Vampire Knight 58 and Kaichou wa Maid-sama! 47
Friday, February 19, 2010
For the Vampire Knight [c. 58] scans, go to baidu shared by LoVe小铉. Yuuki is still talking with that vampire guy and it seems later on, Kaien is talking with that vampire guy. Then, we get to see Senri and Rima at work. They happen to see Zero and Kaito together. Oh, there is also Sara and her escort/butler, Takuma. Sara looks like some movie star. Ouch..Takuma cannot keep his comments to himself that Sara steps on his food courtesy of her high heel =P They are acting like a couple. It seems that they just went to a exclusive girls academy. Sara goes to meet with a girl who seems to be a ‘bait’ or something. Those girls seem to be gaga over Sara or she is using her powers on them. Zero seems to have sense this so he is on his way. Takumi meets with Senri and Ruka again. It must be fate =P Before Sara can leave with her ‘girl’, Zero appears before her. Zero wants to blast her away but Sara tells him something which seems to have unnerved him. [Edit: She said, "you smell like pure blood vampire' I don't know how much you drank but pity you, you have been discarded so in the meantime, would you want me to care for you, little dog." Zero just tells her to disappear and not to make him laugh. In the last part, Rido..ya, Rido is still bugging Kaname while he is all alone in that hidden door room which he doesn’t want to let Yuuki in..I think it’s that room. Hm..it seems that Rido killed the real Kaname [baby] and drink it’s blood. After looking at that last scene again, it seems Rido squeezed the baby's blood to Kaname's real body which seems to be a dried up corpse. I can see the hand. [Edit: They are discussing about until when Kaname is going to play the 'nice brother' and if Kaname has forgotten his true nature. It turns out that Kaname's real name is also Kuran Kaname. Kaname is just berating Rido that Rido won't turn out that way if Rido just let him peacefully sleep.] Ah..so it will be Sara vs Zero? If so, then, ya, Sara seems like a ‘second’ Shizuka. I guess Rido kind of lives within Kaname. I’m just glad that a villain didn’t die that easily. Hanabusa does seem to be Yuuki’s ‘knight’ these days.
If you click the next album, ta-da, it’s Kaichou wa Maid-sama [c. 47]. *what a surprise* Misaki is having a nightmare of Tora putting Usui in a cage and taking him away. Maria is also there. She wakes up then, later on, all foursome are on their way to the onsen via train. The mood is gloomy and it seems Sakura is the only one who is happy. Kuuga seems unhappy over the arrangement. This made Misaki shout at him thus, it starts to ruin it for Sakura. Sakura perked up when they arrive at the onsen and Kuuga said something to her. Then, Sakura and Misaki go to the onsen. They had a long talk + Misaki flashback regarding what her mother said. It seems her mother is more than delighted that Misaki is going to the onsen with Usui =P Her thoughts are interrupted when Sakura felt her..ah..chest and Sakura becomes gloomy because hers is smaller? At the guy’s side, Kuuga is blushing, flustered, wild while Usui is very calm. The two are talking..I think Usui just says that it is an ordinary onsen why he is ‘too happy over it’. When Kuuga mentioned about ‘lovers’, Usui seems to have become serious which left Kuuga puzzled. Afterwards, they go souvenir shopping. Kuuga doesn’t want to try out a hat that Sakura wants him to try. Misaki puts the same hat on Usui who didn’t protest at all. While Sakura and Usui are talking, it seems that Kuuga is getting jealous since he is looking quite dark =P He seems to deny it when Misaki asks him about it. Then, they buy some buns = lovey-dovey between Misaki and Usui as Usui feeds her. Sakura watches them and Kuuga is being grumpy about something. While walking out, Kuuga says something which hurts Sakura’s feelings. It made Misaki mad that she chased after Kuuga. Usui just stands there..muttering something. Misaki finally catches Kuuga but ah..it seems they are far from the onsen inn..are they lost? I can't quite comment since I don't know what they are talking about..it seems those two are really becoming more like a couple ^^
PS. Hehe, luckily I checked if there are scans in baidu tonight ^^ I might not be online tomorrow because I have to attend a cousin’s wedding. Enjoy your weekend ^^
Free Talk: WSJ Series' Reaction
Friday, February 19, 2010
Ya, Sakura does have an ulterior motive regarding her ‘I want to go with you Sasuke’ in Naruto [c. 483]. Unfortunately for her, it took her some time in doing what Sasuke want her to do which is to kill Karin. It’s natural for Sasuke to want to kill her since currently, he thinks everyone is dispensable and cannot be trusted especially ex-comrades. Actually, Sakura already has difficulty in killing Karin so it is obvious that she cannot do what she plotted to do – get rid of Sasuke. Sakura doesn’t want to ‘get her hands dirty’. She probably doesn’t want to be like Sasuke. Oh yeah, she has a lot of explaining to do afterwards to her comrades whom she put to sleep. Will they trust her easily again? All together, huh..yeah right. Well, Kakashi intervenes in time and takes over. Can Kakashi defeat him? Hm..maybe someone will intervene again like say, Naruto. I wonder if Naruto can convince him with ‘love and forgiveness’ to end the hate. If he does, it will be quite corny/unbelievable..well, the things that are happening lately are corny ^^; Or wait..iirc, Itachi gave something to Naruto in their last meeting so that might help Naruto sway Sasuke’s thirst for revenge. If ever Sasuke kills Kakashi, he’ll be the shortest reign ‘temporary?’ hokage ever. =P One Piece [c. 575]..well, poor Luffy. I wonder if he can still recover or he will become a bit more serious after this death. Unlike some of his crewmates, Luffy has not yet lost a family member whom he really knows. I forgot when his mother died..also after childbirth? I have a feeling that this is the end for the Marines. Somehow I think the author doesn’t plan on overpowering Luffy up to the point that he’ll defeat all the Marines and other ‘enemy’ pirates because here, he can get the help of other more powerful pirates/people to help him attain his goal. Anyway, I wonder what Blackbeard is planning to do. Will he side with the marines or with Whitebeard..or maybe defeat all two to become ‘boss’?
There are two new characters in Beelzebub [c. 49]. Hehe, Kazu wants to be a delinquent. Ya, he’s probably bored with his peaceful life in that school. I find him amusing as well as his friend, Azusa. I wonder what fun stuff the author has planned for Kazu as Oga’s underling. Will Oga accept? Oga doesn’t seem to be the type who’ll want underlings but then, I think he might get Kazu to run errands for him =P I somehow feel like I’m reading a shoujo when I’m reading this series. Is it because of the hinted love pairings? Or, is it because Oga really reminds me of Akuma no Love Song’s Shin? ^^; Half of Katekyo Hitman Reborn! [c. 278] is spend on explanations ^^;; So, ring bosses have ‘special powers’..strangely enough, why is it that Tsuna’s seems the most corny of them all. I know, it’s because it’s a help from ‘somebody’ rather than ‘his’ own power like Uni and Byakuran. So, even if Byakuran’s all bloodied, he can still laugh. I think that will be Byakuran’s downfall. He should have finished Tsuna immediately with all his power rather than playing around like that. Byakuran seems deranged to ask a question and answer it himself as to why he is happy ^^;; I guess we will have a few more chapters for this fight to finish up..with everyone just watching. Hm..maybe while they are watching, Kikyou can do something..though it might be futile since it is many against 1. It is all because Ageha didn’t finish the job in PSYREN [c. 107], that guy is still alive and made what they did + Iba’s death meaningless. If Ageha kept on becoming frustrated, he might really end up like Miroku. About Miroku’s two new followers, aren’t those two just Shiner and Dholaki..to complete his group?
Word of the day:
Though you cannot see the outcome, trust the Lord—He knows what’s best;
Be assured He sees your trial, and He’s with you in your test. ~ Hess from Our Daily Bread
Koibana! Koiseyo Hanabi [Chapters 50-52]
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Flashback: Hanabi told Chikai that she likes him. Chikai pulled her head to him to hug her and smiled. “Like this will do, stupid Hanakou.” End flashback. Narration: “The meaning of that sentence he said, could it also mean that..I can say that I like him. But that hug..hug..” While blushing really red and shaking, she tells Nanpa, “Does it also mean..” Nanpa is surprised when Hanabi falls on the ground. She is thinking, “The sakura [cherry blossoms] are blooming?!! (and it’s unexpectedly early) Because! Because! Because! If he doesn’t like me then he won’t hug me, right?!” Chikai looks down on her and asks if she wants to be ‘reheated’ [go back to sleep in a warm bed] but then, she’s quite wild to go to sleep there on the ground. Hanabi stands up and starts patting her clothes to remove the dirt. Hanabi exclaims that it isn’t so. “I’m not waiting for you! Because you said you’ll come.” She thinks that if she thought about it carefully, it could only mean that there is love since he is fetching her again. While Chikai is patting Nanpa, he tells her that he wishes her injury will heal up soon so that he can freely spend his mornings again and he still have to carry her bag. Hanabi thinks, “Is it really just that, sakura..?” At school, Hanabi wonders if it is just her imagination that the sakura are blooming. She asks herself if she is becoming conceited or is it that she just doesn’t understand Chikai.
While Hanabi is guessing which is which, Kareshi calls out to her to thank her about yesterday. She informs Hanabi that she and Masato had made up. Kareshi apologizes for venting her anger on Hanabi before that she said such awful things to Hanabi. Hanabi shakes her head. Kareshi continues to say that perhaps it is a bit like she is shifting the blame and it is because of liking someone, that she has become a hopeless fool. Hanabi agrees with her for liking someone does make one into a hopeless fool. Somewhat blushing, Kareshi tells her but still, there is a good side to it. This made Hanabi somewhat blush in agreement. Hanabi thinks that if one goes through some problems that can also turn out well. Then, it also makes her realize that she should cherish her own feelings. “No matter what, Uno Chikai is in my heart.” Then, during the third year farewell party/program, Chikai and others are doing oendan [Japanese cheerleading squad] while Hanabi and others are watching. Hanabi is looking at him intently. Chikai has noticed her among the audience. To her surprise and the other girls’ glee, Chikai winks at her direction. Someone then shouts Hanabi’s name [so I think she fainted or something]. On the way home, she asks about that wink but Chikai says that he didn’t do it for her, in particular. She asks, really. Chikai replies, who knows. Another day on the way home, Chikai asks if she has any food. Hanabi says that there is no cooking class that day. Chikai says how useless which made Hanabi angry and then, she is surprised because he seems to mean that there should be cooking class everyday = useless if not everyday. Then, another day on the way home, they share an umbrella together and walk silently. Throughout the walks, Hanabi thinks, “Ah, Uno Chikai? Do you have me in your heart? Or, still not? Which is it? Will it end like this?”
Another walk on the way home and the trees are barren. Hanabi thinks, “Hey, sakura! This isn’t good...just like this, the situation isn’t making any progress. The deadline on White Day is getting nearer and nearer.” She remembers Chikai telling her that if something won’t bloom within a month then it won’t bloom until the end. “If one cannot do it within a month, then one cannot do it till forever. It is the lack of determination.” While she’s still thinking, Chikai asks, “Do you want to go to my house today?” After a pause, what he said sinks in that Hanabi falls on the bushes and exclaims, “What? Huh?” Chikai keeps on walking. And so, Hanabi goes, ‘Huh huh huh?!” until the next scene, they are in Chikai’s room. Chikai is sitting on the bed. Hanabi is sitting on the floor. Cleo is showing something to Nanpa. Still blushing, Hanabi apologizes for bringing her dog along. Chikai just says that he was the one who told her to bring Nanpa. Hanabi mutters he’s right. While the dogs are busy socializing, Hanabi looks around Chikai’s room. She thinks that it is her first time in a guy’s room. “My first time in Uno Chikai’s room.” She exclaims to Chikai that there is no weird smell. Chikai angrily asks, ah? Hanabi tells him that she had an impression that guy’s room has a weird smell. Chikai tells her not to generalize for there are some girls’ rooms that have a weird smell. Hanabi exclaims that is true. Hanabi is a bit dizzy from nervousness and anticipation. Chikai stands up and asks, “Do you want to play?” He sets up his Wii and asks if she wants to play a game. Hanabi says, sure. They played a boxing game and Chikai wins. Lying on the floor, Hanabi mutters it is because her left hand still hurts. She sees the high score and it is mostly guys – Chikai’s friends.
Chikai asks if she wants to play again. Hanabi asks, “..what should I do?” Chikai tells her to do whatever she wants to do. [ ( ) are thoughts which are superimposed on what she’s saying] Sitting, Hanabi says, “Like this..you called me to go to your house, it has made me anxious [with anticipation]. But, do you have that kind of idea, [too]? (It’s a lack of determination.) Are the things I do not enough? (We are boy-girlfriend yet it’s ‘temporary’.) What should I do? (Trying to make your heart beat for me.) ‘What should I do..so that your heart would go doki-doki for me? (For you to have an idea of ‘kissing’ me.) What should I do..to make you want to kiss me?” Chikai says, “You really..don’t know anything.” Hanabi is surprised when Chikai leans near her as if to kiss her and says, “It’s like this.” The dogs look at them but with inches away from her lips, Chikai smiles and says, “Just kidding--” Hanabi thinks that it is like as if time has stopped for a moment there. Turning away, Chikai says that he doesn’t do that casually and they should continue playing. Nanpa is puzzled as to what happened that Cleo informs him that it is like this. She kisses his cheek. Nanpa doesn’t care about that as he takes a ball and says that they should just play. Chikai turns to her and asks if she is angry. Hanabi has turned into goo as she tells him to wait for she is totally shock. Hanabi is blushing really red – not knowing what to do while Chikai just looks at her. Nanpa barks and is sitting at a space between the wall[?] and Chikai’s bed. Hanabi asks if the ball has gone there. Hanabi reaches for it then she sees something sparkling. She picks it up then looks surprised. When Chikai asks what it is, she quickly holds it tight on her hand and hides it. This made Chikai even more dark-angry as he asks what it is. Hanabi says that it is nothing. Chikai grabs her hand and tries to pry it open while shouting for her to show him. Hanabi shouts that it is nothing. Chikai shouts that if it is nothing then there’s nothing for him to see [so open up, your hand]. Chikai finally manages to open her hand and it turns out to be Yukine’s missing earring.
Hanabi wonders what she should say now. She doesn’t want things to be ruined by stuff regarding Yukine yet she cannot be dishonest about her feelings. Chikai asks her to look at him. Chikai is surprised when Hanabi looks up with a smile. Then, somewhat dumfound when she looks as if she is on the verge of crying-tense-gloomy. She goes back to smiling then gloomy. Finally, Hanabi looks away and says that such a simple thing can actually make her feel awkward. She is surprised when Chikai takes the earring and throws it out the balcony. He says that today, it’s really lost, that’s too bad but at least, the direction is right. He looks at her and smiles. “It’s now a little bit of distance from me.” Blushing, Hanabi asks, from whom. Chikai says from himself. At home, Hanabi tells Nanpa that he and Cleo seem to be getting along with each other but Nanpa just asks what she meant. She remembers the almost kiss and Chikai throwing away of the earring. She blushes and becomes teary-eyed. She holds Nanpa’s paw and plays with him as she thinks that her distance from Chikai is now 5 centimeters. Elsewhere, Atsumi weighs herself on the scale and it’s 64.7 kg. Walking together to school, Hanabi happily exclaims that her hand is now fully recovered. She is glad that it is healed before the ‘reception’. Chikai asks about it but Hanabi just giggles and says he still didn’t know. Chikai says that she’s disgusting. Hanabi blushes and asks as to who is walking with this disgusting person. Hanabi thinks that he still walks her to school even if she can already carry her own bag. To her shock, he tells her that he don’t do it anymore. Hanabi nervously says that she is just casually saying it so how could he even take it seriously. Chikai asks if it is a sorry. He holds out his hand ‘give me your hand’ [= dog order] and Hanabi did as told. Chikai somewhat laughs while Hanabi is teary-eyed [for being so obedient] and blushing about it.
Outside the school gates, Atsumi calls out to Sasa. Sasa greets her a good morning. As they walk to the school, Sasa hears a very loud stomach growling sound. Atsumi is nervous-aghast. Sasa laughs and says that she is hungry. Then, Atsumi faints and falls over Sasa. Hanabi hears a commotion and sees unconscious Atsumi. Hanabi goes to her and tries to wake her up. Chikai shouts for someone to call the teacher from the clinic. Someone shouts he’ll go. Hanabi asks what happened for Atsumi looks really pale. Sasa exclaims that what is most important right now is turning her over. It seems that Atsumi is too heavy for Sasa to turn her over. Hanabi notices that Asumi is awake. She is really embarrassed when people are talking about how heavy Atsumi is that Sasa couldn’t turn her over. Someone whispers that they shouldn’t say that but just quickly help Sasa. Hanabi exclaims that she will but to Hanabi’s surprise, Chikai says that he’ll help. Everyone just watches as Chikai helps. They turn her over. [I don’t get it why they seem to look surprise – she’s too heavy that a lot of effort has to be used or she is awake that she somewhat helped them turn her over] Anyway, Chikai just says that they should carry her first. Hanabi says okay. Then, someone shouts that the teacher has arrived. At the clinic, Hanabi reprimands Atsumi for being reckless since she hasn’t been eating for a number of days. Hanabi exclaims that she is really shocked her upon seeing her collapse on the street. Hanabi put her lunch food on Atsumi’s bed and tells her to remember to eat. She’ll just think of a way regarding her own lunch. Atsumi apologizes and thanks her. The teacher tells Atsumi to rest for a while and the others to return to class. The others blush a bit when Sasa says that he’ll stay there for a while to accompany Atsumi. While walking to class, Chikai says that Hanabi’s overly happy expression is disgusting. Hanabi says, “because..because..♥♥♥” Chikai asks Hanabi if Atsumi likes Sasa. Hanabi exclaims in surprise about this as to how he knew. Chikai didn’t reply as he thinks that of course, he’ll know. Chikai sighs and comments how things could be so complicated. Hanabi says that if it can be simple, of course, that is much better. “And definitely, a lot of people wished that it could be simple..but a lot of things aren’t that simple.” She thinks, “But, it’s because it’s not simple that one would want to strive harder.” To her shock, Chikai calls her disgusting again.
In the clinic, Atsumi tells Sasa that it seems that she overdid it in doing it that odd way. She laughs it off that she even got ridiculed that it seems her hard work is meaningless. She is surprised when Sasa tells her that they aren’t laughing at Atsumi but rather at him for he is really useless that he cannot even move a girl. He smiles and says that he should strive harder. Atsumi is touched by what he said. She blushes and exclaims that she’ll also strive to do her best. At home, Atsumi drools over the delicious food on the table. Atsumi exclaims to her mother as to what is the meaning of this for it is all meat. “How many times do I have to say that I’m on a diet.” Her mother says that it is because Atsumi hasn’t been eating lately so that is to fill up the nutrition that she is lacking. Atsumi protests that it is because she has too much of that is why she is going reduce her weight. Fired up, Atsumi declares that she is once again going for the goal of becoming a girl who is suitable for Sasa. She also exclaims that even if she has always been doing her best but right now, she totally doesn’t have the right to stand by his side. She cries as she remembers Sasa smiling and telling her that he’ll strive harder. Atsumi comments that it seems that just not eating is a bit too drastic so she should use other methods to reduce. Her mother exclaims that she doesn’t know anything because guys think that girls who eat a lot are cute. “Right, papa.” Her father gives a thumbs-up + ♥. Atsumi exclaims that is because her father likes fat [he’s type are fat girls]. Atsumi’s mother is shock while her father still holds up a thumbs-up + ♥♥. At school, the teacher tells the L-section about how the ‘reception’ is going to be done. Each student can invite 2 male guests then they will cook something for their guests. The girls are excited as they talk whom to invite – they know one guy but who’ll be the other guy, etc. Kareshi gives two simple invitation cards to Masato and tells him that it is up to him as to which friend he’ll invite for the other guest. As for Mii, she just gives Shinichi two scraps of paper – torn from a notebook, as his invitation. She tells him to just give to any guy he pleases.
On their walk home, Hanabi gives her doggie* designed invitation to Chikai. [*Pics of Nanpa and Cleo] She tells him that is the ‘reception’ that she has been talking about. “Please come!” Looking at the invitation, Chikai says that it seems that other guys are invited and she will be inviting two guests. Hanabi is surprised when Chikai asks what she is going to do and she didn’t tell him that there will be another guy. Hanabi just blushes and looks at him. Somewhere else at school, Sasa declines the invitation of some girls. When asked if he is already invited, he just says, ‘..ya..it seems.’ At the corner of the corridor, he sees Atsumi. He is about to call her but he stops when he sees her holding some invitations. On the day of the ‘reception’, the classroom is half-filled by the guys who are victorious since they are invited [since there are more guys than girls in the school] and some infatuated girls. Masato thanks Kareshi for the invitation and he brought along his friend. Shinichi is all dressed up and brought along an ugly guy – so that he’ll be ‘safe = no competition. Everyone is surprised that Atsumi had invited two fat guys for they expected her to invite Sasa. Then, Hanabi smiles and thanks Chikai for coming. Chikai just tells her to quickly give him food to eat. Hanabi is speechless as Chikai is looking behind. Some people are talking about Chikai being invited by Hanabi. Still looking at the people, Chikai asks who the other guy whom Hanabi invited is. Hanabi just tells him that guy will be coming soon. Chikai asks again, “Who is it?” While blushing, Hanabi becomes tense and wonders, “..eh? Eh eh? Eh eh eh?? Could it be that reaction is..he is really bothered [/curious] as to who is the other guy I invited?!” Then, the other guest arrives and says, “Sorry for the wait, Hanabi.” The last sentence is, “Then, who could be the other person whom Hanabi invited to the ‘reception’..” Then, there is a short side story about puppy Nanpa always waiting as to who will be his family in the pet store and finally, Hanabi and her family chose him.
Haha, so there is no kiss. I somewhat thought that will happen because of the view, it is shown and Chikai is a S. Also, I thought that being a S, Chikai is the same as Kokoro Buton’s Eito who is forever teasing Nina and of course, an almost kiss is included in those ‘teasings’. Hehe, it’s really hard to fall for a S guy who knows that you are a M and deliberately play around with you because he also knows you really, really like him. It is very hard to guess if those kind of guys really like the girl or not. They sometimes act like they do and at times, it seems not. Well, the ‘it seems not’ is mostly based on what they say. Even if there is no kiss, tossing away that earring already speaks volumes of what Chikai might possibly feel for her. It also seems that S-types are also jealous types. They do not want others to ‘play around with their toys’ ^^; I wonder whom Hanabi invited. I think it is Sasa because he’s the only other guy whom Hanabi can be with for a long time. I have mixed feelings about Atsumi not wanting to have anything to do with Sasa while she is on a diet. It is good because it helps her get motivated but then, there is a risk that some other girl might get him. Fortunately for Atsumi, it seems that Sasa is somewhat getting interested in her that he specially ‘reserved himself’ for her. Since she wants to become thinner and he wants to become stronger, I think both should just join some gym together and thus, more bonding moments =P I think the future arc would be about this two pair and probably until Hanabi and Chikai finally gone steady for real. After all, White day is coming soon ^^ Scans by xiuxiu/咻咻 for BW and 草莓defer for iieye.
Quote of the day:
Failure is not the worst thing in the world. The very worst is not to try. ~ Author Unknown
Skip Beat! [Chapter 153] Teaser
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
There is no summary this time so this is purely guesswork. The bystanders are freaking out. They think that Kyouko is planning to commit suicide and should they call the police. Ren fiercely glared at her when she asks if he is Ren. She looks really scared of him that she steps back. He spits out his cigarette and steps on it. He stands up and towers over Kyoko. In fright, she loses her footing and falls down. Just when she thought he is going to step on her, Ren just walks away. It seems that it took time for Kyouko to finally be able to stand up and walk. She is still shaken up by the encounter. While in deep thought about Ren, someone pulls her to an alley. It is Ren. She totally freaks out and seems to be begging for mercy. She finally stops when Ren calls out her name, pats her head and asks if she is alright. Ren is back to ‘nice Ren’. She almost calls out his name but Ren quickly covers her mouth else, he be discovered.
At Lory’s place, it seems that Ren is doing a ‘test’ for his BJ but Kyouko discovered that it is him. While the two are talking, Lory seems to be thinking about something regarding the two of them. Lory tells Kyouko something which she seems to be happy to do until he said something else. Ah, let me guess..protect Ren’s identity as the actor playing BJ? She’ll always have to be with dangerous Ren and Ren has to keep playing the part? Is this some sort of training to make Kyouko know and get used to the ‘dark side’ of Ren? Ren doesn’t seem too happy about the arrangement if that is the arrangement. Well, hopefully it is that, so that we can see more scenes of those two together like before ^^ Hehe, if Ren is like that. I think Kyouko’s other two ‘suitors’ might be staying away for a while especially Reino. Also, with those two together, after what has happened in the past year [in their timeline], something should happen..I’m hoping for lovey-dovey. Hopefully, the author has mercy on her patient readers =P Scans by rawparadise Next chapter will be out around 3/5.
Quote of the day:
It just goes to show you that anything that looks out of the ordinary is going to strike fear in people now. ~ Carlos Acosta
Akatsuki no Yona [Chapters 3-11] Part 1 of 2
Monday, February 15, 2010
[This is made possible thanks to the scans of filion, SAIQQ, and whitesunnie for BW, and NeverBreakXPact for mangahelpers, and especially of course, seiryou’s Chinese translation of the series for BW. Special thanks to Kiseki, Rox, oz, SBlossoms, Sara, ..., Licia, pingu and ShanShan for the help with the names. ^^ I’m really getting hooked on this series ^^ The pacing is pretty good, casting is good with equally good character development, political intrigues, some comedy at the side and some great dialogues. Hehe, I’m also fueled with the hope that Haku is the leading man based on the leading men card collection of Hana to Yume. =P I’ll put the map below for reference about the places in this world. Oh ya, I think Which scanlations is going to do this series. On to the story: Princess Yona, together with her escort/bodyguard and childhood friend, Haku are on the run after Yona’s other childhood friend and crush/first love, Suwon killed her father, Iru for revenge over the ‘accidental killing [?]’ of his father, among other reasons.]
Chapter 3: The two are now in the forest. Yona looks really tired and she still has a blank look on her face. Noticing this, Haku decides that they should rest a bit. Resting on a tree, Yona mutters if that other soldier is dead. “Will I also..be killed? Will Haku also be killed..by Suwon..” Haku tells her that he won’t give his life to that big idiot. Yona continues to mutter, “Don’t die..Haku..if you die..I won’t..forgive you..” She then falls asleep. Haku starts to reflect over what had happened. He couldn’t believe that King Iru is dead and left Yona all by herself. On behalf of the king, he couldn’t just leave Yona be because from how he observed Yona since they were young, she is a princess who doesn’t know pain nor being filthy. He sighs and looks up while asking Iru what he should do. He then starts to reminisce about the past which seems to be just yesterday. Flashback: Haku was 15 years old then. Haku is lazing around when someone is calling him. Son Mundoku, the head of the Wind tribe, told him that he is suppose to be the representative of the wind tribe in the 5 tribe meeting today so what is he doing there. Haku told him that it is enough for the Wind tribe’s head, Mundoku-sama, who is one of the five generals of Kouka kingdom to go. “And, I also do not want talk with that droopy* His Majesty Iru..” [* it’s ‘Tare’ as in tarepanda..always lying down and I think submissive is what Haku meant.] Mundoku called him an idiot. “What do you mean Mudoku-sama! Call me grandpa!” Haku shouted if he wants him to puke and they aren’t even blood-related. Mundoku shouted so what if they aren’t, for that thing is meaningless in front of love. While the two are ‘fighting’, smiling Iru tells them, that is enough, for if General Mundoku and his successor will fight, Hiryuujou [*jou as in castle/capital] might be send flying away. Mundoku quickly prostrated down to Iru as Haku thinks that he’s in trouble for he said that Iru is droopy something. Iru told Mundoku that it’s okay for him not to prostrate. Iru greeted Haku and said that it has been a long time since they’ve seen each other and it seems that he doesn’t come to the city as frequently as before so he has become very lonely. Haku said that as a commoner, he cannot just casually come in and out of the castle. Iru told him not to mind that for if Haku isn’t around, Yona will also be lonely. Haku replied, “Stop kidding around, you droopy [guy].”
Their smiles froze as Haku realized what he just said. Mudoku then ‘imaginarily tied him up on to a cross’ and hit Haku on the head with a paper fan as he shouted, “How could you call His majesty, droopy. I don’t have such a rude grandson!” Haku said that as he said earlier, they aren’t blood related. Iru told Mudoku not to be so violent for he really likes Haku’s frankness = ‘saying what he means’. “So, Haku will you not become Yona’s escort who’ll residing within the capital?” Haku replied, “Your Majesty, for me, ‘nobility’ is a too troublesome thing. If I become a general within the city, I won’t be able to leisurely sleep at home in the afternoon, right? I remember that Your Majesty really hates weapons, right? Then, why don’t you find and ask an eccentric person who doesn’t use weapons to become an escort.” Iru can only call out to Haku as Haku walks away. Haku thinks that the truth is he doesn’t want to be associated with royalty or nobility. Constantly mind-reading [wondering what the other is thinking beyond words and actions] and intrigues are all so boring to death. The King also has no clue about any danger and.. “there is also another reason why I don’t want to come to the castle..” Yona came running and told him to hide her. Yona hid behind Haku’s back. Haku thought since the start, when he is with the princess, he would act strange that he cannot control himself [in not helping/getting involve with her?]. At the outside corridor, a long haired man is calling out to Yona and called out as to where she is. Haku recognized the man as the son of the fire tribe’s general. Haku confronted Yona and told her that won’t do since he thought that she is hiding after doing some mischief. Yona protested that it isn’t like that. Laughing out loud, Haku asked if she is being chased. Yona said that it is true for that Kan Tejun would go into the castle either to give her something or to play with her. He would also say such flowery words to her like she is very captivating, to the point that she wants to puke. Haku thought that the king has no crown prince so that guy wants to take advantage of trying to win the princess’ hand in order to get the throne. Yona exclaimed that guy is super annoying. Haku told her then, it should be find if she just say what she always say, ‘My heart is already given to Suwon.’ Yona says that it is just a one-sided love. Haku then thought, “Sigh, so I hate coming to the city.”
Yona told him that if she said it, there might be a chance that Suwon himself would hear it if it might spread around. Haku just replied that it has nothing to do with him. Yona told him not to say it that way as if it is so bothersome. Haku answered that she should just get along with Tejun-sama then, and occasionally, it would be good for her to learn more about the outside world. Yona said that he’s too cold and if it’s Suwon, he definitely won’t say such words. Haku shouted back, “Since you say it that way, then it is better for you to just go and cry to His Majesty Suwon to protect you!” Yona is surprised by his outburst. At their room, Haku complained to General Mundoku that they should quickly go back to Wind tribe’s territory as soon as possible. Mundoku asked what is he being in a bad mood about and call him, grandpa. Haku denied that he is in a bad mood but Mudoku doesn’t believe him. He is then surprised to see Yona. Yona put down some fruits and vegetables on the floor, in front of Haku. After Haku asked why she is there, she replied that she is very sorry about what happened in the morning. “It’s because I’m so useless that you got angry, right? I’m Kouka’s respected princess. I shouldn’t noisily complain like that and I should just think for myself of a way to resolve that matter. Goodbye.” She ran off that Haku called out to her. Pointing to the food she left, Yona told him that those food are his. “It’s a ‘let’s be friend’ bribe.” She then left. Holding the apple, Haku muttered, “..so I do not want get involved too deeply with the princess.” The next[?] day, Haku is lazing around when he heard a conversation between two soldiers who are asking what happened during the tribe meeting. It seems that the fire tribe has been buying weapons from the bordering countries without permission of the king. If that continues, the tribes will gain strength while the king’s strength will continue to decline. They wonder if it is okay that they have such a coward for a king. Haku thinks that it is inevitable that they would say such malicious words since the king is like that. “If I inherit grandpa’s position as a general, will I also become the royal family’s dog..” He remembers the king asking him to become Yona’s escort. “Your Majesty, I think you should let me off about that, I..”
His thoughts are interrupted when Yona shouted, “I don’t want to! I don’t want to go with you to the imperial villa!” Yona is shouting at Tejun. Haku mused that Tejun is pursuing her again. Holding her hand, Tejin told her not to be so cold for he heard that the imperial villa has a beautiful garden and doesn’t she want to bring him there. Yona shouted for him to let her go. Haku thought that guy is really annoying and if it is Suwon, a loving and weakling [no muscles] young master, he would probably tell Yona that it’s okay for her to go since it seems interesting. Haku thought that Suwon is always like that and Yona also had it hard. A couple of soldiers talk that it seems that Yona doesn’t want to go so should they go and stop Tejun, but they are afraid since Tejun is the son of a general. If they do something, they might incur the wrath of a general so they decided to just call the king. Haku thinks that nobles are such an annoying lot [retribution if offended], so he shouldn’t meddle or even care about them. “Just don’t care. If I don’t, I’ll..from now on, it will be..” He then remembers Yona apologizing to him regarding what happened earlier. Still holding on visibly flustered Yona, Tejun said that she is so cute and her strength to resist is like of a kitten which makes one want to hold on to her even more. [I like this part..] When Yona tries to tell him to listen to her, someone calls out, “Can you please stop while you’re ahead?” Haku pulled Yona to him and held Tejun’s hand to let her go. Haku says, “Kan Tejun-sama.” Yona calls out to Haku. Tejun called Haku a rude underling and he shouldn’t just casually touch the princess. Haku replied back that Tejun should be the one [who shouldn’t casually touch her]. “From whom did you get the permission to do so, to even dare touch my princess?”
Tejun and Yona are surprised. Tejun called Haku a brat for saying such nonsense. Haku retorted back, “Why do you think I’m lying? Since when we were young, I and the princess had made a ‘pledge to be together until the end*’. Right, Your Highness?” [*something like a marriage vow; it’s a lie that I hope will come true ^^] Yona looks puzzled and tense. Haku pulled her closer and held her hand to say, “What happened to you, Your Highness? There’s no need to be shy..” Yona angrily told him to stop..not in front of someone else. Tejun asked her if she likes that guy. After stuttering, Yona grabbed on Haku’s arm and shouted that she liked [him] very much. This made Haku blush. Tejun shouted that he won’t accept it for even if she made a vow with that guy, he is the Fire tribe’s general’s second son, Kan Tejun. “And, where did this guy come from!” Haku replied, “I’m the Wind tribe’s next general Son Haku who has been appointed by His Majesty to be Princess Yona’s special escort. Do you have any objections?” Tejun drew his sword and said that he’ll test Haku’s strength right there. To his surprise, Iru grabbed his sword – the blade, and told Tejun that it isn’t allowed. While Tejun’s sword is stained by blood, Tejun apologized and Iru said that it is alright. After Tejun left, Iru turned to the two and said that he didn’t know that they have that kind of relationship. Yona said that it is just a misunderstanding. Haku explained that if he said that, Tejun won’t bother Yona again. Yona reprimanded Haku that he said too much. Iru asked if Haku finally agreed to be Yona’s escort and he believes that if it’s Haku, there will definitely be no problem. While thinking that he really cannot refuse this father-daughter and let them be on their own, Haku bent down and told Iru that his services are very expensive. Iru said that he’ll leave it up to him. There is a scene of Iru’s bleeding hand behind his back. It was at that time, Haku realized that the king isn’t such a coward. [He let himself be injured and cursed for peace] End flashback. “Your Majesty Iru, are you watching us from some other place where you are now?” Haku wipes sleeping Yona’s tear. “I will protect what you reluctantly left behind. And one day, definitely – bring her back to your kingdom.”
Chapter 4: Flashback: “Do not cry, father. Even if mother is no longer here, you still have me. Father you are not alone. And, Yona also has Suwon.” There is a scene of holding hands. Outside, young Suwon happily shouted to Yona that it’s snow. He then showed her a snow ball and some strange thing [looks like OHSC’s Tamaki’s teddy ^^;]. He called out to her when she isn’t responding. Yona then shouted that she’s very lively. In order for her father not to cry, it is best that she be lively. She then felt that she stepped on something hard. She looked down and saw Haku, lying on the snow. Haku complained that she’s heavy. The two called out to him. Haku told Yona that as a princess, she should pay attention where she’s stepping on. Yona asked why he is sleeping there. Haku said that on the ground, he is making a mark the he lived. When he saw that the snow had accumulated, he wanted to lie down and create a “大” [big in Chinese – arms on the side and legs open sideways] character which is a man’s normal feeling/what a person usually feels like doing. Yona threw a snowball at Haku and said that Haku is much more suitable for him to become a snowball target. Haku is furious that soon, Haku and Yona are in an intense snowball fight while Suwon just laughed that no wonder it’s Haku who can make Yona lively. On the second day, Suwon said that Yona has become listless again. She is now sick. Haku asked if it’s too tiring for a little princess to play in the snow. Suwon apologized to Yona [for letting her go out]. The female doctor told Yona to drink her medicine. She said that Yona just need to quietly rest and she will be alright. Yona asked about her father but the doctor said that her father is very busy after all, he just ascended to the throne not long ago but he’ll soon see her. Suwon and Haku assured her that it will be alright for if the king learned about it, he’ll quickly go see her.
Yona told them that they can go home else, they get sick too. The two dismiss it by saying they are alright until the two suddenly look ill that Yona had to shout to the doctor that there are some sick people there. Soon, the two guys are lying in between Yona because they also got sick. She asked if it is alright if they stay there. Suwon said that it is better to stay and get well there rather than spreading the virus by going home. “But lately, Yona always held my hand while sleeping so normally, this isn’t much different.” This made Yona blush. Haku sat up and said that they are already doing that so he thinks that he should go home. Suwon told him that all three of them should hold hands together. Haku replied for him to quit joking around. Suddenly, someone is running at the hallway and shouted for Haku. It is Mundoku. He shouted that he heard that Haku used snow to hit the princess that is why she got sick. Haku said that it is common etiquette to counter back after being hit by a snow ball. This made Mundoku take out a stick and shouted that he ought to spank him. The doctor told him to stop because Haku is also a patient. Soon, Mundoku left. Crying, Haku gloomily said that perhaps, he should stay there. Suwon asked if that is the Wind tribe’s general, Son Mundoku. After it was confirmed, Suwon said that it is the first time he had seen him and Mundoku is reportedly the strongest among the generals so he idolizes him. He hasn’t thought that he is Haku’s grandfather. Haku said that he is an orphan and he isn’t blood-related with Mudoku. He is an adopted son who is taken care of by Mudoku’s tribe. Yona said that even so, Mudoku came to see him and he really likes Haku. Haku just replied, really.
Another person arrives and this time, it is Suwon’s father Yuhon. He looks stern and strict that he scares both Yona and Haku. Suwon asked why he is there. Yuhon replied what is so surprising about it when he came to see his sick son. Suwon said that he might infect him. His father told him that he won’t lose to some little sickness. Suwon said that it isn’t that but rather, isn’t he very busy. Yona thought that her uncle looked strong and strict, totally different from Suwon. Yuhon said that his mother also wanted to see him but he didn’t allow her because if she get sick again, it will be very dangerous for her so he made her stay home. “Do not let your mother worried! Quickly get rid of this little illness!” With an admiring look, Suwon said, “Yes!” Before leaving, Yuhon told them that their get well gifts will be delivered later on. After Yuhon left, Haku said that he had such a scary aura that he felt his fever had left. Teary-eyed Yona said that he is scary. Suwon is really happy that day and exclaimed that he’ll do his best to get rid of the illness. Haku called him an idiot and just told him to sleep. Yona is somewhat sad that her father didn’t come and she doesn’t want to be left alone. Later on, she doesn’t want to eat. Suwon asks her to eat some while Haku tells her that she’ll become more stupid [if she didn’t eat]. Then, they overheard two people outside about the king not visiting even if they already told him about the Yona’s condition. They think that he is afraid of getting infected that is why he won’t come near. This made Yona downcast but Suwon shouted for them to shut up which silenced the people talking. Haku told her that he increased his respect for Iru because he is seriously at work. This cheered up Yona that she mentally apologized for thinking that she is all alone. She told them that the three of them will go to sleep together. Haku shouted for her not to come near, else the infection spreads. Yona told him that all of them are sick anyway.
Much later on, Yona’s stomach is growling. Suwon rang the bell for the servants to give her some food. Yona is flustered when Haku said that her stomach growled too loudly. Then, Yona is served with her favorite chicken congee. She is shock that it tasted really bad. Iru appeared and asked if it really tasted awful. It turned out that he was the one who made it. He told her that he is worried about her and wanted to see her so as an apology for not seeing her all this time, he wanted to make Yona’s favorite food but even if he cooked it in accordance to the recipe.. “..sorry.” He is surprised that Yona still ate it. He asked that didn’t it taste awful. Yona said it is really yucky. She cried with tears of joy as the two boys happily looked at each other. Finally, they are well and they are outside looking at the sky. Haku said that she must be sad. Yona said she isn’t. Suwon said that he is. Haku asked if it is because he won’t be able to sleep beside the little princess. Suwon said that he can sleep with Yona any time. Suwon said, “I want for the three of us to always, always, have a cold and sleep together.” Haku replied, “That is quite easy because even if we don’t catch a cold, we can simply be like this.” Yona agreed and told the two to play with her again tomorrow. End flashback. Narration: “Always, always come and play with me. Huh..?” Everything is black. In an empty space, she sees her father. Young Yona goes to him but upon reaching up, he fell down, bleeding all over. Present-aged Yona looks stunned then she looks up to see Suwon with a cold expression. This made Yona opens her eyes in shock. She looks around and no one is there in the forest. Then, there is some rustling at the side, it is Haku, holding a bamboo-made cup of water. Haku apologizes and says that he just went to get some water. Yona starts crying out loud and thinks, “The three of us hopefully looking up the same sky, is no longer there anymore.” Back at the castle, the soldier tells Suwon that they cannot find Yona and Haku within and around the city. He asks if they should add more men to help look for them. Suwon says that there is no need and just let them go for there isn’t much they can do outside the city. “Compared to chasing after them..we still have more important things to attend to.”
Chapter 5: Offering Yona some cooked fish, Haku asked if she doesn’t want to eat. If she hates fish, would she like him to catch some birds to eat. He urges her to eat a bit because walking in the mountain road would become more dangerous. He also doesn’t know when he’ll be able to find some more food later on, so it’s good that they have fish right now. Yona didn’t reply as she just kept on staring at some place. Later on, Yona baths in a pond. Haku thinks that as time passes, Yona is growing weaker. It isn’t just about a problem with her physical health. No matter how much time passed, she still couldn’t accept the reality about her father’s murder and Suwon’s betrayal. Yona screamed that Haku quickly go to her. Then, Yona, fully naked, asks Haku what are those things on her legs. Haku says that those are leeches – live in ponds and swamps, and suck blood. When Yona mutters, “blood..”, Haku faces her and tells her not to worry because it isn’t a big deal. Seeing her dripping wet body, he quickly turns around and says that he put her clothes somewhere there. He tells himself not to think of other things for right now, he should just take the little princess and walk on. He wonders if she will be always be like that – not eating and walks when he pulls her as if she is some sort of doll. “Are you satisfied? What’s really important for the princess is for us to spend our days together..you’ve totally ruined everything. Are you satisfied? Suwon!” He then notices something from her clothes falls on the ground. It is the hair pin that Suwon gave Yona. He looks serious at Yona who is changing her clothes and thinks that she would still carry it around. He keeps it and tells Yona that before the sun sets, they should quickly walk further. So they walk while Haku finds some food like mushrooms on the way.
Soon, Haku tells her that they’ll rest in that place. Yona is staring at some bugs. He tells her that the insects there are harmless so she shouldn’t worry. Regarding the leeches, they are already thrown in the pond. Yona suddenly looks surprised then looks for something in her pockets. Haku asks if she lost something. Yona didn’t reply as she just looks around. At night, there is a bonfire which Haku prepared. Yona has a blank look again as Haku gives her some food. Yona keep telling herself that she doesn’t need that thing but she remembers Suwon telling her that he really likes her hair which is like the color of dawn. She then stands up and about to leave but Haku holds her hand. He asks where she is going. Yona just stutters about something that Haku thinks that she wants to ‘relieve herself/go to toilet’ so he tells her to quickly go. Yona starts walking around and looking for the hairpin. She remembers Suwon’s smiling face then the lifeless body of her father. She then sees a snake and remembers Suwon telling her that the Suwon they knew no longer exists since the start, for he will eradicate everything that obstructs his way without hesitation. She screams, no when the snake is poised to bite her. Haku immediately kills the snake with his halberd and pushes her to safety. He asks her if she is alright. “I was wondering why you haven’t come back. Why did you come to this place? That was a poisonous snake. Walking around the dark, you might fall. Walking around alone in a place like this, do you wish to die?!” This made Yona shiver then she looks at the side. Haku notices that a lot of snakes are slithering on the ground. Haku curses that this place is a nest. He quickly carries her and takes his halberd. A snake bites Haku’s leg. While running off, Haku tells her to not make a sound and just let him be the bait. “His Majesty is no longer aground. My master is now you. In order for you to live on, you can use me. It is for this reason that I am here.”
Later on, they are near another pond/lake. Haku is drawing out the poison from his wound and bandaged the bite. He notices that Yona looks scared. He assures her that it is alright for he knows of how to deal with snake bites. He gives the hairpin to her and asks if that is what she is looking for. She takes the hairpin and looks at it. Haku just watches her reaction then tells her that he couldn’t forgive Suwon but compared to that, it is more important for him that she lives on. Yona silently just keeps on looking at the hairpin. Haku thinks that ever since they entered the mountains, the first move she did on her own is just to find that. “No matter what it is, it’s good for it can tie your heart here-- even if you still cannot totally cut away that emotion--” Then, it is morning. Yona is looking up the tree and looks at sleeping Haku. Her eyes seem to look less blank like before. She looks at his bandaged leg. She seems to want to touch it but Haku wakes up and tells her that he is alright. “It’s not the style of General Haku to just die because of a snake bite.” He then says that they should quickly head out. Yona calls out to him and asks him why they are walking through the mountains for there are villages below the mountains where there is food and medicine. Haku tells her that it is dangerous to go to places where there are people for even if they are not recognized, there is a chance that they might bump into the soldiers from the capital. He also mentioned of the possibility of Suwon putting up their portraits around to find them. Yona asks where they are going. Haku replies, “I’m afraid that there is only one place where we can rely on. Wind tribe, Fuuga no Miyako* – my homeland.” [*that means ‘Fuuga’s capital’ but it sounds odd in English so I kept all of it in Japanese]
Chapter 6: Looking towards some building in front, Haku calls out to Yona that they can already see the Wind tribe, Fuuga no Miyako. At the gate, there are two guards are sound asleep. Haku kicks them awake. They ask what happened. Haku asks, how could the tribe’s patrol these days sleep at noon. They greet, Haku-sama back. Black haired guy is Teu while the light haired guy is Hende. Teu calls out that it has been a long time. “It has been 10 years already. So why are you here?” Hende asks if it’s because Haku is already fired. Haku says that they are still lazing around like always and it’s been three years only [not 10 years]. The two tell him that they are just doing the philosophy of the wind tribe which is to do as one wishes, just like the wind so they were sleeping. Haku wonders as to who assigned these two on patrol. Soon, everyone starts greeting Haku – it has been a long time, when he arrived and he has become manlier. Haku just thinks it seems that they haven’t heard about what happened at the capital and the soldiers from the castle haven’t gone there. They start asking about the girl Haku is with and if she is Haku’s woman. Haku tells them not to wildly guess like that since she is just a court lady-in-training from the castle. The people are disappointed about it but they continue to ask what her name is and where she is from. Yona then faints. Some people are holding up and ask what happened and she’s such a weak girl. Haku goes to Yona and carries her. He tells them to first prepare some food and bed for her. The others are blushing over what Haku did that Hende thinks that he treats that girl very gently. While walking inside, Haku asks where Mundoku is. To his surprise, Hende tells him that Mundoku is in the Hiryuu castle. Sensing that Haku didn’t know about it, Hende explains that the capital has sent a message about an urgent 5 tribe meeting. Hende had always been puzzled as to why they would still call Mundoku when Haku is already in the castle so it seems that Haku is fired.
Explanation: The five tribe meeting happens when the head of each of the 5 tribes talk things together. Kouka consists of Fire, Water, Wind, Earth and Sky tribes. The Sky tribe is the clan/tribe of the royal family and it is situated in the middle of the kingdom. Each tribe’s leader has the title of ‘General’ who is the strongest among soldiers/fighters who protects the country and the tribe. End explanation. In Hiryuu castle, ‘Kuuto’, the capital city of Kouka, someone exclaimed about the king being dead. I Gunte, general of Earth tribe, exclaimed that he was puzzled why he was urgently called and he couldn’t believe that it is about the king’s death. An Jungi, general of the Water tribe, asks if Princess Yona and General Haku’s whereabouts are unknown and what has been happening in the capital city. Kan Sujin, general of Fire tribe, asks Mundoku if he knows about Haku’s whereabouts. Mundoku, head of wind tribe, asks Sujin what he is trying to imply. Sujin says that within Hiryuu castle, there are rumors going around that General Haku has murdered His Majesty and took Princess Yona as hostage and escaped. He accused the Wind tribe of plotting a rebellion. Then, there are some discussions. Someone said that it isn’t confirmed yet since their whereabouts aren’t known and they still don’t know what had happened. Another one said that Raiju* has already surpassed his strength at age 13 so he cannot easily die. [*Raiju is Haku’s nickname based on the Japanese lightning monster that is usually calm but goes wild during storms. A very fitting nickname =P Another reason is because Haku can move fast.] Another one said that he heard that a good number of soldiers under General Haku were gravely injured. Mundoku just silently listen to everything.
Suwon tells them to calm down. He confirmed to them that the king has been murdered three days ago and Princess Yona and General Haku’s whereabouts are unknown. They are currently searching for those two and they can just leave it all to them [Suwon’s group]. There is a general of Sky tribe, Han Judo who just listens and watches them. [seiryou didn’t translate this part but I think it is someone who isn’t royalty and still the strongest among the tribe.] Suwon tells them that if the two are found, please inform the capital about it. He doesn’t permit them to harm those two nor make the situation publicly known. Gunte tries to protest but Suwon says that if it is publicly known, it will create domestic strife which might cause an internal war between the tribes. There is already some domestic unrest right now. The north’s Kai Empire and the south’s two countries of Shin and Sei might terrorize their country. The urgent priority right now is to gather the strength of all five tribes in order to make Kouka into a strong country so that the other countries won’t dare invade it. Jungi admits that because of Iru’s avoidance of war, some parts of the country are sliced up to offer up as tribute. Gunte says that their country’s prestige has already fallen to the time when there is still a civil war in their country. Sujin suggests that they need a new king. Mundoku looks serious [like I know where this discussion is heading]. Suwon’s adviser, Keishuku interrupts to inform them that right now Princess Yona is missing and currently, there is only one who has royal blood in his veins and that is Suwon. Someone says that Suwon is the son of Iru’s brother, Yuhon and he’s a crown prince so there is no problem in making him into the new king. Sujin says that if Suwon becomes king, he and the Fire tribe will whole-hearted assist the new king. He asks about the other tribe’s opinion. Gunte and Jungi have no objections. Suwon then looks at Mundoku. Mundoku just exclaims out loud that he’s sleepy from hearing such a difficult topic. He stands up and says he’s going home.
Keishuku protests that they aren’t finished talking. Mundoku replies that he isn’t a general anymore so they should just talk about it when Haku comes back. Mundoku glares when Keishuku says that if he doesn’t recognize Suwon as the new king, it will make people more suspicious that the Wind tribe is scheming something. Suwon diffuses the tension by saying that he cannot become the king without all five tribes’ approval yet they cannot let the country be without a king even for a day. “What should be done in order to attain your approval?” Mundoku says that it is only through marriage with Princess Yona for him to formally become the king of Kouka. “Then, I’m be more than delighted to give you a congratulatory gift.” Suwon looks somewhat sad. Mundoku continued, “Haku will not just leave the capital without any reason. This old man cannot agree for His Majesty Suwon to ascend the throne this way.” With a cold-serious look, Suwon informs him that three days after, the ceremony for the new king will commence. “If the Wind tribe’s approval isn’t attained, then we cannot hold the ceremony. But, I believe that three days after, Mundoku-sama will definitely grace us with your presence – for the people of Fuuga no Miyako.” [Blackmail] With his back still turned from Suwon, Mundoku says, “It is really regrettable, Your Majesty Suwon. I’ve always thought of you like Haku, and treated you like my own grandson.” Suwon just look somewhat sad-serious. Later on, above the castle walls, Suwon thanks Sujin for his work in supporting him. The meeting has advanced as predicted and they already anticipated that the Wind tribe will object. Sujin asks if it’s a bit too naive about not chasing after the princess and Haku for they might tell everyone the truth. Suwon tells him that Haku isn’t an idiot. Spreading the truth will only lead to chaos and it will endanger the princess’ life. “In order to protect the princess, Haku will do his utmost best to disappear without a trace. General Sujin, in order to prevent the Wind tribe from counterattacking, initiate that part of the plan.” Sujin replied, as you ordered. He thanked Sujin then noticed Mundoku riding his horse out of the capital. He looks down with a serious-sad look and says, “I’m very happy upon hearing that you treat me as a grandson, Mudoku-sensei.”
Back at Fuuga, Yona wakes up and wonders where she is. She notices that her clothes are changed and something smells good. After seeing the tray of food, she eats something [congee?] from the pot and becomes teary-eyed. A young boy comes in and asks why she is crying. “Is it yucky..?” Yona shakes her head and says that it is because it is warm. The boy says that she is a weird person for crying because it is warm. Yona says that it made her remember her father. The boy wipes her tear and introduces himself as Teyon, Haku’s younger brother. Yona seems puzzled that Haku has a younger brother. Teyon asks if she’s Haku’s friend. Yona says, generally. Hende and Teu exclaim if it’s just friends. Teu cries why is it like that..not lover or a sweetheart. Hende says if it’s only friends then she definitely don’t see/feel anything for him. “Poor Haku, he always be singl..” Haku has already hit him down with the staff and asks if he wants his eyes gorged out. Haku asks Yona as to who is her friend. Yona is about to say that he’s her attendant but Haku quickly covers her mouth and whispers that her name is Rina. She is to pretend to be a court lady-in-training. “In this place, I’ll treat you as a court lady, understand?” Yona whispers okay. Haku says that is good. The two look at the two guys who are making ‘shock-blushing’ faces while they cover Teyon’s eyes. This made Haku angrily shout at them as to why they are covering Teyon’s eyes when they aren’t doing anything inappropriate. Teyon asks Yona what kind of person his brother is at the capital because when he was three years old, Haku had became a general and went to protect the princess. “I don’t know much about brother.” Yona says that in the city, he’s a rude attendant, no..insensitive..generally very arrogant..ah, it should be..not one bit cute..” While she says that, Haku goes from stunned to slightly irritated. Before she can add more, Haku tells her that is good, he understands so there is no need for her to continue. The two guys are laughing out loud over this. Teu exclaims about Haku being called as ‘not cute’. Haku says that he seems to be having so much fun so he better come here [so that he can hit him]. Yona thinks that everyone is smiling, laughing and quite noisy. “This is the place where Haku grew up.” Haku is surprised to see Yona smiling. He looks somewhat happy about this while looking at Yona talking with Teyon.
Later on, outside, an older woman calls out to Rina. After a pause, Yona remembers that she’s calling her. The woman says that she is always lost in thought. She asks if ‘Rina’ slept well last night and he heard that she is a court lady from the capital. At the capital, she must know how to sew, sweep/clean things, do laundry, play an instrument and dance else she’ll be driven away. “Are you in training? Like this [not knowing anything], you’re unsuitable to become a woman~~” The woman gives her a huge pile of clothes to laundry in order for her to start learning things. Yona asks how it should be washed. The woman who is walking away, tells her of course, to wash it by the river. Yona is trying to ask where the river is when Haku takes half of the pile of clothes and says, “It’s this way, court lady-sama.” Haku asks her what’s up since she’s quiet. Yona says that she knows how to play an instrument and dance a bit. Haku says that is right but she is totally out of tune. Yona is a bit flustered. Haku mutters that she has recovered a bit. When she asks what it is, he says it is nothing. Yona comments that Haku actually had a younger brother who is so cute unlike Haku. Haku tells her that Teyon is like him, who was picked by grandpa because his grandpa cannot just abandon orphans but unlike him, Teyon’s body is very weak so he needs to be specially care for by everyone. Teyon had exhausted himself a little yesterday. He then says that they are there. Upon reaching the riverside, He puts down the clothes and says that they will wash the clothes there. “This river is the Wind tribe’s life source, you better treasure..” Looking at the river, Yona says that she cannot wash. Haku tells her not to complain when she haven’t even tried it yet. Yona says that it is because there is no water. Haku looks at the river wherein only some water is only flowing in it. Haku mutters that the river had dried up.
Chapter 7: Haku looks ‘cute evil-pissed off’ while he scribbles something on the ground with a stick. Yona is looking at what he is writing. Teu and some guy call out to Haku that there is no water in the river when there isn’t even a drought these days. That river is their life source. Haku tells them that he already knows so he sent Hende to go upstream to check it out. They ask him what he is doing. He says that if the river water continues to dry up, they have no option but to buy water from the merchants. “And, even if, we go to some far place to get water, it will still use up a lot of manpower. Talking about spending..hehehe, I want to laugh.” He looks scary-funny here. Teu comments that Haku is calculating the money. Teyon innocently asks that he heard that the reason why Haku is protecting the princess is because of money. “Is that true?” To Yona’s shock, Haku says, “If it isn’t for that, why else would I [do that]?” Someone shouts that Elder Mundoku has come back. Haku drops this stick as he and Yona go to meet him. Haku calls out to him and Mundoku is surprised to see the two. He quickly goes to hug Yona and says that it’s really good that she is safe and sound. He couldn’t believe that the king is dead and that both she and Haku have left the capital. He is really regretful that he wasn’t there at that time to protect them. Yona then says she is in pain because he is hugging her too tight. He lets her go and comments that it seems that she has grown thin. Yona denies it and says that she had a lot of delicious and warm food there. “They were all delicious and it’s the first time I ate them. The Wind tribe is like Mundoku, very warm that makes one at ease.” Mundoku seems happy to hear that. He then sees Haku. He wants to hug Haku but Haku stops him by poking Mundoku’s forehead with his finger. Haku greets him, “Hello, old geezer.” Mundoku exclaims how he could evade his loving embrace. Haku says that he is already receiving it using his finger. Teyon exclaims that he wants it, too.
They were interrupted when someone shouted what happened to Hende. They see Hende beaten up and injured. Hende greets Mundoku back. They rush to him and ask what happened. Hende just laughs and says that he was defeated. When he went upstream, he is shock for it turned out that some guys from the Fire tribe had blocked the waterway. He doesn’t know what it is about and if it a new way of provocation. He didn’t know that those people have weapons so in the end, it became a minor scuffle. Teu exclaims what the Fire tribe is thinking. Some people ask if Fire tribe wants to start a war with them. They ask Haku to allow them to go and face those guys. Mundoku shouts for them to stop and not do anything to the Fire tribe men. They protest why when they blocked up their river and killed off Hende..if this continues Fuuga will.. Sitting by the tree, Hende mutters that he is still alive =P Mundoku tells them to be quiet. They shouldn’t worry about the river water but first, they should get Hende treated. Teu says yes and drags Hende away. Mundoku tells them that it is a warning because they planned to make Suwon king. Haku exclaims his shock about this plan of the Fire tribe. Mundoku explains that the Fire tribe and Suwon are venting their anger on him/them because he doesn’t acknowledge Suwon to become the next king so they decided to pressure him. Yona looks stunned as she thinks, “That guy..to become..the king of Kouka. The Suwon who killed my father..will become this country’s king?!” She shivered as she holds herself. Mundoku pats her head and asks if she is alright. He tells her that he won’t acknowledge Suwon because if he acknowledges him as king, it’s the same as acknowledging the suspicion that Haku has killed the king. Yona is shock to hear this but Haku has already somewhat expected it since charging him for the crime is the best way to handle the situation. Mundoku tells them not to worry because he won’t let the Fire tribe continue to do what they please. Yona wonders if they really shouldn’t worry.
Outside the Wind tribe, Tejun asks a soldier if there has been any activity from the Wind tribe. The soldier tells him that things have become difficult for the Wind tribe because the river is stopped and if things continue like this, it will definitely.. Tejun thinks that this method is too naive for what will happen if there is still no response even after the river is blocked. The soldier says that is what the general has ordered. Tejun says that he remembers that there is a group of merchants who regularly go to the Wind tribe. If they sell water to the tribe then, what the Fire Tribe did would have gone to waste. He orders the soldier to finish off the merchants before they arrive at the wind village. The soldier protests by asking if it would be rude to the general for them to do this on their own initiative. Tejun shouts that they should just do it so that it would seem that some bandits did it. The soldier asks why he is so impatient about. Angry and teary-eyed, Tejun says if he got princess Yona, the throne would be his and at that time, if Haku didn’t come to hinder him.. [He’s nursing a grudge] At Yona’s room, she thinks that she doesn’t want to analyze things but while she’s living, she will inevitably be aware of Suwon’s presence and Suwon wants to ascend the throne. The other tribes had already agreed except the Wind tribe but what will happen to the Wind tribe if.. Teyon then calls out to her and asks if she is hungry. [It’s because she is bending down in deep thought; as if her stomach is aching] He tells her that the food is ready. Yona protests that there isn’t enough water yet they are serving her that much. Teyon says that it is okay because Haku told him that they should make ‘Rina’ fat. He tells her that guests of the tribe should be given some good things so that later on, they can collect money from them, that is after all the Wind tribe’s policy <- Haku’s policy. =P Yona is surprised when Teyon suddenly fell down while happily talking with her. Haku and Mundoku come in to ask what happened. Yona tells them that Teyon just collapsed. While Teyon is in pain, Mundoku says that it flared-up again. He explains that Teyon’s lungs aren’t well since he was young so at times, he suddenly had a hard time breathing. Mundoku tells her not to worry for after drinking some medicine he’ll be alright. Haku says that the problem is the merchants who are supposed to come that day with the medicine haven’t arrived yet.
Someone then shouts to them about the news that the merchants were attacked on their way there. Teu asks what happened to the merchants. The person says that the merchants were gravely injured and all their merchandise has been destroyed. Teu asks if that means that they also won’t have any way of the getting water. Holding on to Teyon, Yona asks about his medicine. Everyone just look frustrated. The people start cursing the Fire tribe about how they would dare look down on them and they cannot forgive them. They urge Haku and Mundoku to give them the orders to fight back. Yona starts thinking that the Fire tribe is being supported behind by the royal clan so if the Wind tribe became their enemy, it won’t end well for the Wind tribe. She looks at Teyon who is breathing hard and hugs him as she thinks that she doesn’t want to see anyone die anymore. Bandaged Hende pats Yona’s head and smiles. Hende tells the hot-blooded fools to calm down. Teu shouts that he is the one who should cool down. Hende shouts that they should first distinguish what’s important and right now, that is Teyon’s medicine. He volunteers to go to the forest for he saw a herbal doctor there. Teu asks if he plans on going there even if he is gravely injured. Hende says that it is because he is the fastest horseback rider in all the Wind tribe. He asks permission from Haku who told him not to forget to haggle over the price of the medicine. Hende rushes off in a dash. Teu comments that Hende is still reckless as before. Haku calls everyone’s attention. “I understand everyone’s anger but the Fire tribe posses a considerable amount of armed forces. Right now, I won’t permit you to start a war. Regarding this, I’ll definitely think of a way. Even as the river way hasn’t totally dried up, you should just live your lives up to me. Just shut up and wait. This is Wind Tribe leader, Son Haku’s order!” Teu and others look stunned. Then, they wonder out loud if they heard him right, did he just say ‘order’. That general who hates troublesome stuff to the point of not wanting to do anything. Haku would unexpectedly.. They start screaming that he’s so cool and a couple of guys cling on to Haku. =P Haku mutters that per touch costs 100 ‘ling’. [‘ling’ in Chinese, that’s their currency.] Mundoku just watches them and Yona seems somewhat relieved. Someone shouts that if there is no water then they’ll just drink wine.
Haku bends down to Yona and says that it seems that she has also recovered. Yona asks him if there is anything that she can do. He somewhat smiles then to her shock, he says that as a court lady, she should do her best in trying to make herself pretty. Yona angrily asks, “Wha..” Pulling a pretty woman to him, Haku tells her to look at this girl who is as old as Yona is but in all places, it isn’t the same [because that girl is sexy and has sex appeal =P]. Yona tells him that she is being serious. Haku pinches her cheek and says, “I appreciate the thought. It is enough for you to just stay here in Fuuga no Miyako and live leisurely.” At night, while everyone is sleeping, Haku wakes up and goes to Mundoku’s room. Holding out a small bottle of wine, he asks Mundoku about having a drink. After pouring some to drink, Mundoku comments that it is quite rare that Haku would unexpectedly bring some good wine for him to drink. Haku says, “No, that’s from the collection in your wine cellar, old geezer.” Mundoku spits out his drink. =P Haku says that’s a waste. Mundoku asks him why he came. Haku says that he is a bit worried because if grandpa is left alone, he’ll definitely be the type to charge into the castle with a halberd. Mundoku says that he has no right to say such things to someone else. Haku says that this is too much of a burden for Mundoku. Mundoku just grunts. Haku continues, “I have a request. Please recognize Suwon as the new king. Lately, she is smiling a bit that I felt that I was right about bringing her here.” He somewhat bows to Mundoku. “There is also another request. Please do not let the capital know about Princess Yona. Just let her stay here in Fuuga no Miyako throughout her life and live as one of the Wind Tribe.” To his shock, Mundoku refuses. Haku darkly says, “Old geezer..” Mundoku says that if it is a wish from his grandson, he cannot promise it for he doesn’t want him to take such a ‘letting things be’ approach. “But if it’s the command of the tribe head, then I can’t help listen..” Looking serious, Haku says, “This is Wind Tribe’s head Son Haku’s last command.” Mundoku looks somewhat sad as a tear falls down on his face. He replies, “As you wish.”
Akatsuki no Yona [Chapters 3-11] Part 2 of 2
Monday, February 15, 2010
Chapter 8: Haku is going through a pile of weapons. He comments that he needs something small. The weapon shop owner calls out to him and asks what he is doing in the middle of the night, going through his merchandise. Haku apologizes for waking him up. The owner says that isn’t the problem but rather, even the door is broken. [It seems that Haku has kicked it open ^^;] Haku says that he wants a dagger and a bow. The owner asks if he is going to hunt. Haku says, “About that..I’m just going out but generally, I won’t come back after a while.” Haku apologizes for the trouble and throws a bag of money to the owner. The owner is surprise that Haku is paying him since he usually just put it in his grandfather’s tab. Haku says, “Boss, I gave you a lot of trouble, you better live a long life.” The owner comments that it seems that idiot Raiju has calmed down a bit. Yona wakes up when he hears someone shouting that Hende has come back. She goes to see Teyon who is now drinking his medicine. She asks if he is alright. Teu comments that Hende is really fast. Lying down, Hende just says to leave things to him. Yona keeps on asking if Teyon is in pain and what else does he want. Teyon just smiles and thanks them for he is already okay. Yona and others think that he’s so cute that they glomp him. Seeing Hende fainting, Teu says that he’ll go see the group of merchants and he’ll bring this corpse there. Hende comments that he’s still alive. [It’s a running joke ^^;] As Yona watches Teu carrying Hende off, a woman bumps into her. The older woman who is carrying a lot of blankets/futon tells Yona to help her. She complains that it is all thanks to the Fire tribe who has gone amok that a lot of people are injured. This surprises Yona.
Inside a room, Yona sees many injured people and thinks that all these wounded merchants are caused by the Fire tribe. Hende falls down/leans on Yona then she overhears someone lamenting about why such a thing happened and for 20 years, he has been guarding/bring up this business. “What wrong did we commit..” The old woman tells him that it is better to be alive and at this time, just let them be responsible in taking care of them so don’t cry anymore. Hende apologizes for falling on her because he suddenly feels woozy. He is surprise to see Yona teary-eyed. She thinks, “When obviously these people isn’t related at all..did the Fire tribe did this unscrupulous act just to get Suwon crowned? This unreasonable thing is also allowed? Is it you? Is it you who allowed this? Suwon.” Hende misinterprets her tears that he tries to cheer her up by saying that it will be alright since they have Haku and Mundoku and those two think of everyone as family. Yona mutters, “Family..” Hende says, “That is right, the whole Wind tribe is one huge family so Rina is already part of our family.” Yona starts crying again that Teu teases that Hende made her cry. Hende fretfully says that Haku will kill him for this. Yona smiles and thinks, “Haku, Mundoku and all these nice people of the Wind tribe. Even if they are in pain and angry, they will still keep on smiling throughout everything like an unyielding wind. I don’t want these people to be involved.” They are surprised when Yona starts to look determined.
Running throughout the place, Yona wonders where Haku and Mundoku are. She then sees Teyon by the window. She is surprised to see someone patting Teyon’s head and Teyon is teary eyed. Teyon sees her that he quickly wipes his tear away. He asks her why she is there. Yona smiles and says that she comes to thank him. Teyon is puzzled then surprised when Yona prostrates down and says, “Thank you for the warm food. Thank you for wiping my tears. Thank you for cheering me up. Thanks you..for looking after me.” Teyon asks if she is leaving. “I thought that Rina is going to always stay here. *pause* So, that’s it..” He pulls his hat down and starts crying. Yona thinks even if Teyon almost died that night, still even with such a frail body, he never made her felt his pain. “His smile and strength, has given me..courage.” Yona hugs Teyon and then, she holds his hands. She tells him, “I..will not forget Teyon and the people here..pay attention to your health, take care.” After she left, sad Teyon looks out the window and says, “I’m sorry, Haku-ani [brother]. I obviously just promised you that I’ll protect Rina but it seems..in the end, I couldn’t protect her.” Somewhere else, Haku is carrying some weapons and walks towards the gate where Teu is guarding. “Okay, I’m going. Teu, it seems that today you are guarding the gate seriously. Teu replies back that since the dependable guy isn’t around anymore so he can now sleep. Haku shouts for him not to sleep. Teu asks where he is going. Haku says that he is leaving that place. Teu says, “Ah-- bon voyage. ..are you serious?” While continuing to walk, Haku says, “As a result, it won’t be long that you’ll become the head of the Wind tribe.” Teu shouts that he doesn’t want to and it’s too troublesome. “Aside from that, there is still some other things that I want to talk about..are you just leaving Rina without a care?” Haku says that he also thought of seeing her again one last time. “In short, I’m leaving that girl to you.” Teu comments that it is such a huge responsibility to take care of a confused princess. Haku asks if he already noticed. Teu just pretends to sleep.
[Here’s another scene that I like..] Haku is surprised to Yona calling out to him. “Haku-! I’m leaving this place. You’ll also come [with me]!” After recovering from his surprise, he asks again what she just said. Yona says that she’s leaving. “Staying here will just get Fuuga no Miyako involved in the dispute.” Haku replies, “Go back. I’ve already told my wish to the elder so this place is already safe. You can just stay here and live a peaceful life.” Yona asks what about him. “I don’t recall permitting you to leave.” Haku answers, “I don’t need your permission. I’m no longer a general nor your escort. Right now, I can freely travel with no obligation to look after you. Even if it’s only you, Suwon will definitely not let anyone lay a hand on you.” Haku starts to walk but Yona stops him by going in front of him with her arms outstretched. Haku tells her to move but Yona says, “I’ve already decided.” Haku says that no matter what she is thinking, he’s not going to bring her with him. Yona didn’t budge. Haku asks, “Then— money? Do you have money? If you have some then bring it out so that I’ll have no option but to protect you. So, I’ll ask you, the current you, can you pay me money in exchange for my work?” He holds her hand and says, “Ah, perhaps –you would want to use your body?” Yona slightly scowls. She replies, “I don’t have anything that I can give you.” Haku let her go and says, “It’s good that you understand. Okay, go back. Goodbye, Princess Yona.” Yona grabs his clothes and exclaims, “But I want you. Give Haku to me!” =P
This somewhat irks Haku as he covers his face and then, he sits on the ground. “..give whom to who. Geez..so stubborn. Ah-ah. Darn it, really puts me in a bad mood...so..” He looks at her with a somewhat smile and says, “You win, Your Highness.” Then they sense a dark aura behind. It is Mundoku preparing to shoot an arrow. Mundoku exclaims that he is there for a long time that he has heard everything. “You dare say such rude things repeatedly to the princess. For so many times, I really want to kill you..” Yona goes to him and says that she has been looking for him. Mundoku touches her face and says that he is once again sending off another grandchild to a journey. Yona happily tells him that everyone has also said that. “..that I’m part of the family. It made me really happy so, I’m leaving. Mundoku, please protect the Wind tribe.” Mundoku tells her, “Your Highness, please do not forget. If there is a day when you fall into despair again, when you need help, I and the Wind tribe will treat your enemy as ours and we’ll definitely stand by your side.” Narration: “No matter how far we are separated.” At Tejun’s place, a soldier calls out to Tejun. Teary-eyed Tejun tells him to inform him about it next time because he is depressed right now because his father got mad at him and scolded him that he shouldn’t do things on his own without any authority. The soldier says that this is good news for him because there is a report that they have seen Princess Yona in the vicinity of Fuuga no Miyako. Tejun asks if they are mistaken. The soldier says no because they saw a red haired girl and General Haku is accompanying her. They must have just left Fuuga no Miyako. Tejun hits his fist on the table and says that it is good that man [Haku] is there. He orders his men to assemble for they are going to capture Princess Yona.
Chapter 9: While pursuing Yona and Haku, Tejun learns that the two are headed towards the northern mountains. He wonders why they are headed towards that barren place. He ends up thinking that it doesn’t matter for the battle is going to start. At a mountain area, Haku is looking in front while Yona sits beside him. Yona asks what he is looking at. Haku says that there is nothing there. “The truth is, how can we even find a guy whose whereabouts are unknown.” Flashback: Mundoku pointed to a direction and told them that since ancient times, there is a ‘shinkan’ [Shinto priest] in Kouka country who can see the future. “Your Highness doesn’t know what should be done from today on so you should go see ‘shinkan-sama’. He will definitely show you the path where you must go.” End flashback. Haku tells YOna that he heard before that there is a shinkan living in the palace’s shrine. The shinkan is also closely related in the politics of the country but ever since His Majesty Yuhon suppressed the priest, the shinkan had left the capital city and started living in some secluded place. Yona thinks about the path she should take but right now, she should focus on keeping herself alive. Yona comments that the the shinkan lives in a secluded place but then, that isn’t a place wherein anyone can live. Haku teases her that if she lives in that place, she’ll quickly fall down the cliffs there but an average person can live here. Yona protests that it is also cold in the mountains. Haku tells her that the Fire tribe that dominates the north is situated in a more barren land than this. Yona thinks that she is the princess of this land yet the only place she knows well is Hiryuu castle. “Since I don’t know, I make a lot of stupid answers.” Haku tells her that if they don’t find any shelter nearby, they will have to sleep outdoors. Yona says that she is more or less used to that.
Shaking his halberd, Haku says that in comparison to the capital, it is colder there. Yona says that she’ll just huddle up with him to sleep. He throws away his halberd and looks at her to say that he might assault her. Yona is puzzled that Haku tells her that he’ll show her what that so-called assault is. He pulls the string from her cape and pulls down her hood. He then leans towards her neck. Yona protests for him to stop and what he is doing. It seems that he is listening to the mountain wall[?]. Haku tells her to be quiet, he heard footsteps. “..40..no, there are 50. It’s soldiers. It seems that we are already being chased, but though this isn’t something to be surprised about.” Yona becomes tense about being chased by soldiers. Haku pulls her hood up on her head. While playfully ‘dancing’ ahead, Haku says, “Your Highness, if you want to sleep here with me, you should hug me more comfortably because I couldn’t even bring myself to be interested in you to want to assault you.” Waving her arms in anger, Yona shouts what he just meant by that. Suddenly, Haku stands in front of her and says, “Okay. Preparation [*warm up = teasing? ^^;] is complete, it’s time to work! Do not depart from me, Your Highness.” The soldiers go down and surround them. Haku smiles and slashes them in one swing of his halberd. As they fall down, Yona remembers Suwon telling her that Haku’s fighting skill is like lightning. “If he is really serious in fighting, I’ll definitely lose to him.” Yona thinks that a while ago, Haku is suddenly in front of her. Tejun and others appear. Haku comments that it seems that it’s them, the Fire tribe. Tejun says, “Raiju’s strength has not diminished. General Son Haku and also Princess Yona. I, Fire tribe’s Kan Tejun have eagerly awaited for this moment after such a long time.” Haku points out to the mountains to Yona and says, “Look, Your Highness, there are a lot of nice scenery.”
Tejun starts whining and crying since Haku is snubbing him when he is talking to him so sincerely. Haku says, “Ha, what, so you are actually talking to me. I’m sorry but currently I’m no longer a general anymore and my surname is not Son.” Tejun says, “No, it’s alright, it is okay if you understand..eh? No longer general?” Haku tells Tejun that he is right for right now, he is just an ordinary travelling vagabond, Haku. “So whatever I do in the future, it also has nothing to do with Wind tribe. Please do not blame yourself [for that mistake], Your Highness, son of General Kan.” Holding his sword up, Tejun says, so that’s how it is but then he doesn’t care about the Wind tribe. “I only want to kill you and later on, get that princess there!” While holding on to Yona, Haku waves his halberd to hit away the arrows. Haku keeps on fighting and evading while he holds on to Yona with one of his arm. [Pretty cool ^^] Tejun just keeps shouting orders for the soldiers not to give Haku any time to rest and stop him. The soldiers say that they cannot get close. “Fire the arrows!” As Haku blocks them, Haku mutters, “Princess, you’ve grown fat.” [Lol] Yona tells him to stop talking nonsense. He then says that they are going to run now. They quickly run as Yona is scared because arrows and soldiers kept coming from all directions and if it weren’t for Haku.. She trips and someone shouts for them to aim their arrows at the princess. Haku uses himself to protect her and he got hit on the shoulder. Yona repeatedly calls out to him and asks if he is alright. Haku seems to be perspiring after he removed the arrow. He tells her to please not worry else he’ll feel uneasy [= not used to her concern]. Yona is angry since she was worried yet he’s still saying that. Carrying Yona, he jumps off high [probably uses his halberd for leverage] to evade the soldiers and runs off. A soldier says that Haku’s really great but another soldier shouts he shouldn’t admire Haku but chase after them.
Haku brings Yona to some place where there are bushes/plants to hide and tells her not to go out. Seeing some blood on her hands, Yona says that he’s bleeding. Haku tells her that it is just blood that’s splattered on her. Haku then runs off. Yona thinks that just now, he protected her so he was injured. She remembers Haku telling her that if they travel together, he has no choice but to protect her. She then overhears Tejun talking with an archer nearby. They are on top of the ‘cliff’ which is overlooking down to where Haku is fighting. Tejun asks where the princess ran off to. The archer says that Haku had most probably hid her. Tejun shouts that they find her and Raiju is also a man since he looks that he is already tired. The archer says that the tip of the arrow was poisoned. Yona is surprised to hear this. The archer says that an average person shouldn’t be able to move anymore so Haku is really such a scary guy. Tejun exclaims his shock for they aimed at the arrows at Yona. The archer says that they firmly believed that if they were to aim at the princess, Haku will use his body to block the arrow. Tejun orders the archer to aim another arrow at Haku when his back is towards them. This shocks Yona and thinks that Haku will be killed. She clenches her fist and remembers Haku telling her not to go out. She thinks, “That’s right. Even if I go out, I’ll just be a hindrance to Haku just like what happened earlier. It is better that I should just keep watch. Keep my breath still. It’s no problem at all because Haku is that strong. If it’s Haku, he’ll definitely be able to evade the arrow. I should just keep watch here and wait for Haku to come and get me. Haku will not die...” The archer is now aiming his arrow at Haku. Yona continues to think, “No! Why did I leave Fuuga no Miyako? In order to live a purposeless life with Haku protecting me? Then, I should have just stayed at Fuuga no Miyako. If this keeps up, I’ll only become Haku’s burden. What will happen if Haku is no longer around? Would I keep on being useless and when left alone, I can’t do anything? The shinkan would definitely show me the path where I should go from now on.”
Yona starts dashing towards the archer. “But, before I ask the shinkan, I should first look into my heart and ask myself [what I want to do]!” Yona uses her body to push down the archer from the cliff. Tejun is stunned when Yona turns to face her because she had a really fierce look. Tejun shudders and wonders what happened because when Yona left the capital, she looks very dispirited. Tejun says that he didn’t expect her to come see him on her own initiative. “I have something I want to tell you. Please do not put your guard up against me. I will not harm you. I’ve come to welcome you.” Yona asks, “Welcome..” Tejun tells her that tomorrow morning, Suwon will become the new king. Yona just looks at him. Tejun continues, “Such a pitiful princess. After His Majesty passed away, you also have to leave the capital and had some painful memories. If you come with me and let this known to everyone, then you can come out and pull down that repulsive Suwon from the throne as a revenge for His Majesty. So princess, please, you and me..” Yona replies, “Since you already know that much, why did the Fire Tribe have to pressure the Wind Tribe?” Tejun says that it is his father’s orders and not what he wanted. With a stern look, Yona asks, “Then why didn’t you just let the merchants be? If you know the truth, then before you strike at the Wind tribe, before you try to kill innocent Haku, what had you been doing?! Perhaps I’m an ignorant princess but from my own reasoning, I also don’t understand those who just blindly obey orders.” Tejun thinks that it is as if her pupils are burning that he couldn’t take his eyes off her. Yona shouts, “Until now, I’m still not yet in the pits!” [= it’s more like I’m not yet that pushed down to the ground that I’ll desperately want to cling on to you.] Haku looks up and sees her. Tejun is nervous as he thinks that she should be a young, immature and weak princess yet like her hair, it seems that she’s also ‘aroused’ like a blazing fire.
Chapter 10: “It seems that it is a blazing hot flame. I couldn’t take my eyes off her. Is she originally a princess who can show this kind of expression? During the times at the capital, I obviously just saw a young immature and weak ordinary young girl. Right now, she’s obviously just a princess who doesn’t have anything.” From below, while still fighting, Haku shouts that she’s an idiot. “Why did you come out?!” Haku suddenly buckles down a bit as he thinks that the poison has taken effect. He wasn’t able to evade the soldier that he got slashed on the chest area. Haku falls off the cliff as Yona shouts his name. Haku manages to grab hold of the ledge after dropping his halberd. Tejun happily exclaims, “That’s great! What’s next is hell! Fall down! Raiju!” Yona’s eyes went blank. She thinks, “Will die. If this keeps up, if this keeps up, if this keeps up, Haku will, Haku will, Haku will!” Tejun is surprised to see Yona starting to run towards Haku. Tejun shouts for her to wait. Tejun manages to grab her hair. While pulling her hair, he tells her not to do that for he won’t let her go to that man’s side. “You and I should be going together back to the capital.” Yona looks at the side and sees Tejun’s sword on his waist. She quickly grabs the sword and cuts off her hair. She sternly looks at shocked Tejun then runs off. Still holding her hair, Tejun just sits on the ground, looking nervous at what Yona just did. Still holding the sword, Yona slides down below while repeatedly thinking, “I will not let you kill [him].” She remembers her father dying in a pool of blood. “I absolutely will not [allow it]!” [I think of all 50 people chasing after them, probably excluding Tejun and two soldiers, all were killed by Haku and 1 by Yona.]
One of two soldiers says that being able to cut down General Haku, the number one warrior within Kouka is really a kind of an honor. Before the grinning soldier can give Haku the last blow, Yona shouts for him to move from Haku’s side. The soldier somewhat stops and mutters, princess. She is angry that he isn’t moving that she swings the sword at him and shouts for him to move away from Haku. The soldier manages to evade and prepares to fight back but Tejun shouts for them to stop and not hurt the princess. The soldier is about to protest but he is also stunned to see Yona’s stern expression that he wonders if this is really Princess Yona. Haku calls out to her. Yona bends down and tells her that she’ll help him right now. She then tries to pull him up in vain. Haku calls her stupid and tells her to quickly run away. “You can’t save me, quickly run some distance from..” Haku is surprised that tears are falling on his face. Yona exclaims, “I won’t! I absolutely won’t! Haku, if you die on me, I will not forgive you!” Haku looks surprised at her. Tejun goes down to where they are and shouts for his men as to what they are doing. “Get the princess away from Haku!” They all rush to grab Yona so Yona tries to muster all her strength to pull Haku up but the ground gives way. As Tejun fails to grab Yona’s cape, Yona and Haku fall down the cliff to the forest below. Tejun looks totally aghast and pale that the soldier becomes worried. Tejun starts shouting for them to go after the two to find and save the princess. They grab him before he also fall down and shout for him to calm down. “No one has ever set foot on this valley. Falling from such a high place, it’s impossible that she can still be saved! The princess, she is..already..” Tejun looks really tense and pale. He drops to his knees and looks up. He mutters Yona’s name while clenching tight Yona’s hair.
At the palace, Keishuku apologizes to Suwon for interrupting but Fire tribe’s Kan Sujin’s son, Kan Tejun is here to see him. Later on, Suwon happily greets him and apologizes for making him wait. “So, what brings you here today?” Suwon then looks serious upon seeing Tejun’s really serious and dark look. Tejun apologizes for disturbing him on the day before the crowning ceremony. “But, I have something important..that I have to give you no matter what.” Tejun opens a handkerchief which holds Yona’s hair tied in a bundle. “Princess Yona..she has already passed away.” Upon seeing the hair, Suwon’s eyes look blank. While Suwon is holding the hair, Tejun tells him that at the Northern mountains, near the border of the Wind and Fire tribe, they had chased after General Haku and Princess Yona. “When we were on the verge of catching them..the two fell down the cliff..and drop down to the bottom..” Keishuku tells him that didn’t Suwon just order them that if they find those two, they are to inform the capital about it. “You unexpectedly chased after Princess Yona and went as far as killing her. This is a crime of sedition, Kan Tejun-sama.” While Suwon is still looking stunned, Tejun looks really remorseful as he mutters, “That’s right..it is I..who killed Her Highness..please declare me guilty.” Suwon just tells him to just rest for today in the capital because the coronation day is tomorrow and he wants Tejun to attend. Suwon walks away. Tejun frantically calls out to him to please punish him while Keishuku holds Tejun back from chasing after Suwon. Suwon keeps on walking and then stops walking. He looks at Yona’s hair and remembers his memories of Yona and Haku. He looks serious-sad as he clenches the hair tight. Back at the mountains, below the cliff is the forest. A boy is walking by the stream, singing and tossing his apple up and down. “It’s such a long~ long time ago~~♪ the red red big big sun has been eaten~~♪ the world is then envelop into darkness~~♪” He bites into his apple and then notices something at the side. He then whines, “..Ah how annoying, someone died over there.” He sees Haku ‘hugging’ Yona lying there below a tree.
Chapter 11:Suwon is bathing [or rather, I think it is the purification tradition before the coronation in some pool]. Keishuku calls out to him and tells him that the Wind tribe’s elder, Mundoku-sama had already arrived together with the Wind tribe’s next general. Suwon repeats, next general. Suwon then smiles and says that makes him anticipate as to what kind of person he is. Keishuku tells him that it is someone who is younger than General Haku and Wind tribe’s young generation are quite lively. Suwon goes up the pool and jokes that if the next general is compared to Keishuku, then Keishuku will be an old grandpa. Keishuku who is 25 years old says that he doesn’t want to be told that by him. Suwon looks up the sky and says that it is already daylight. Keishuku says that’s right and it is a suitable type of dawn sky for his coronation. Suwon just remembers Yona. At the ceremony, *dong* the gong is banged. Wearing royal robes, Suwon thinks that he had secretly vowed that one day he will definitely return to the seat of the capital. He closes his eyes and remembers Yona calling out to him from the window to quickly come up because today, there is some pear juice. Flashback: Haku slightly hit Suwon’s head with the staff and said that he is still the same, always lost in thought. Suwon said that he is jealous of Yona since she has Haku as her escort. Haku told him that he will definitely have one, too. Suwon said that he only wants Haku. [Hehe..seiryou comments that this is the same as what Yona declared later on so it seemed that Suwon and Yona are rivals in love. ^^;] Haku told him to become king. “You and Yona should get married and then, you become king.” Suwon fretfully says that it is impossible for him and Yona to marry. Haku asked, didn’t Suwon want him. Suwon finally gets it. Haku told him that no matter what he thinks, Suwon should just marry the princess in order to become the next king then he’ll recognize Suwon. “When that time comes, I’ll become your right hand. Until the world’s end, I’ll always stay beside the two of you. [Hehe..seiryou asks if that is Haku’s ‘forever becoming a third wheel’ vow. ^^;;] Of course, you should also provide for my food and lodging. In order to buy Kouka’s Raiju, one should have to pay a huge compensation.” Suwon just said, “Ya, ya, this is truly..” He leaned his head on Haku’s shoulder and thought, “I clearly know that when I become king, regardless if it’s Yona or Haku, it is unlikely that they will be at my side.” Suwon muttered that is such a wonderful dream. Yona came out again and told Suwon to hurry. Suwon told Haku, “Haku, you must definitely, protect Yona.” End flashback.
Narration: “During those warm days, I had some hesitation but right now, the ‘right hand’ is no longer here.” The gates opened and all the officials are lined up as Suwon walks straight to a building where an official is waiting. “The young girl who gave me warmth is also no longer here. Stepping over everything, giving up everything, I was able to finally come to this day.” The different generals of the tribes are watching Suwon walk by. Tejun still look downcast. People are talking that it’s the new king but he is still very young but in the end, he is still Yuhon’s son. Someone comments that since he is Yuhon’s son, he will definitely be a mighty king. Suwon bends down to an official who puts the crown on his head. He thinks, “So, from today on, I will no longer have any hesitation again!!” Someone announces that the five tribes have acknowledged Suwon. “And, thus I declare His Majesty Suwon, as Kouka’s Sky tribe’s eleventh king!” Sujin slightly bows and congratulates Suwon as the new king and pledged his and his tribe’s loyal allegiance to the king. As the other tribes’ generals congratulate Suwon, Suwon has different thoughts about them: The Fire tribe seems to want to help him on the surface but in reality, they long have been coveting the throne. The Earth tribe only submits to the strongest. The Water tribe usually just observes the situation. And then, the Wind tribe, even if because of being pressure that they came down here but within that tribe, there are many strong soldiers. If they learn of Haku’s death, he doesn’t know when they will start pointing their swords at him. The north’s Kai empire and the two countries of Shin and Sei at the south are also paying close attention to Kouka’s new king. But the top priority is for these different tribes’ strength to be assembled together. End thoughts. Mundoku bends down to him and says, “So that you would know, the seat of the capital doesn’t have a shinkan. But, the god/s in the heavens is/are still watching us. For Your Majesty to do this kind of sacrifice in order to achieve it this way, let this old man see this until the end so that I can convey it to His Majesty Iru who had went ahead.” Keishuku tries to protest but he stops upon seeing Suwon’s cold expression as he says that Mundoku is right. “Then please always keep watching until the end, Elder Mundoku. But whoever is watching at us from above, as far as I’m concerned, they don’t matter to me. I do not need any god/s strength but rather, [what I need] is man’s strength. *addressing to everyone* I will make the country of Kouka to be reborn into a country that is even stronger than during the times of our forefathers! If there is anyone who’ll try to obstruct my existence, even if it’s from the heavens above, I’ll still subdue them to the ground!” Everyone starts shouting, “Long Live the king!” Teu asks Mundoku if he can go home already because there are too many annoying people there. Mundoku just wonders when it started when Suwon had that kind of expression. He remembers young Suwon happily calling him to teach him how to use a halberd. “That gentle smile can no longer be seen..”
Someone thinks, “I hear a sound. A sound of many people. Who is in the middle of the crowd..? Suwon..?” Yona wakes up to see a boy [from the last chapter] squeezing the juice of a citrus fruit to her mouth. The boy asks, “You’re awake? Good, my hand is already tired. You eat it yourself.” He then shoves the slice of citrus fruit into Yona’s mouth. [^^;] With the fruit on her mouth, she mumbles who he is. While pounding some herbs, the boy says, “I’m called Yun. I’m just a bishounen [good looking guy] passing by, that’s all. There’s no need for you to remember that. Who are you guys? You don’t seem to be bandits. For you to still live after falling down the cliff, your will to live is quite strong.” Yona suddenly remembers that she fell from the cliff with Haku. She suddenly shouts where Haku is. Yun asks if she meant the black haired guy who fell down with her. “At that side..” Yona is aghast to see Haku totally bandaged – his chest and arms, and there is a bandage[?] on his eyes. Yona mutters his name. Yun says that he is still alive, barely. “I have already thought of a way to deal with the poison but the sword wound on the stomach and the whole body is gravely injured from the fall. A lot of ribs are broken which caused excessive internal bleeding. If the treatment came a moment too late, he undoubtedly would have died. Generally, it’s because he protected you while falling down the cliff since he was hugging you after you two fell down the ground.” Worried Yona clasped her hands [to pray?] and thinks of Haku. Yun asks why that guy would do his outmost effort to do that for her. “Are you guys lovers?” Yona shakes her head and says, “No, totally not so.” [Haku x Yona fans groan =P] Yun just thinks that he feels a bit sorry for Haku. Yona asks if this is the valley below and if Yun is living there. Yun says, pretty much. Yona asks if he is a doctor and she is looking for someone. She is interrupted when someone starts calling out to Yun. A dirty guy in a robe with somewhat curly hair which covers his eyes arrives. The dirty guy exclaims for Yun to listen to him. Yun shouts for him to stop and reprimands him as to why he is covered in mud from head to foot. Pushing him away with his foot, Yun tells him not to go near him. The dirty guy says that while he is praying to the heavens for everyone to be happy, he slipped and fell down. Yun says that he’s annoying and maybe he is already abandoned by the heavens. The guy starts crying. He then sees Yona. He goes to her and exclaims, “You’re already awake!! That’s great~~ Hello, my name is Ikusu. Somewhat like Yun-kun’s guardian type of person.” Yona says, “I’m..” She stops as she thinks that she shouldn’t give out her real name thought he doesn’t seem to be some bad person but then, this place is also quite near the Fire tribe. She is surprised to see Ikusu crying. He says that she has really gone through a lot of hardship. Yona says no because when she fell down, Haku protected her. Ikusu says that isn’t what he meant but rather, the start of her unexpected ‘resolution’ journey. Yona is puzzled. Ikusu continues that it is even harder for someone like Princess Yona. Yona asks why he knows about her. Ikusu tells her that the god/s told him. Ikusu then becomes tense. Yun reprimands Ikusu by calling him stupid since he just casually said that when Ikusu is suppose to be living in seclusion. She remembers Mundoku telling her that the shinkan is living somewhere in Wind tribe’s territory. Yona asks, “Could it be..” Ikusu suddenly becomes embarrassed as he says, “Oh dear, I originally wanted to be all neat when I greet Your Highness..” Yona thinks, “This person is..the shinkan!?”
Hm..it seems that only Haku is still the same, as of last chapter, whereas both of his childhood friends have already changed - not as innocent as before. I wonder if that will change because of the injuries that Haku had attained while protecting Yona. Will he be blind? Will he be weak now? Will he still be the happy-go-lucky guy that he is especially since he is no longer with his tribe or Mundoku? Haku can cheer Yona up but I don't think it works vice-versa. Oh wait, Yun seems to be a funny guy..I think he'll get along with Haku ^^ Too bad Suwon didn't get the hint from Haku about the possibility that Yona likes him. What Haku told him is indeed the best 'happy ending' for the three of them. I think Haku denied whatever feelings he has for Yona on behalf of those two. Suwon would have had the right to the throne courtesy of Yona and strength courtesy of Haku but I think he wants revenge and probably because he knows that the way he wants to handle the country won’t be the same as they would want to. He doesn't want to gain the throne through Yona, he wants to kill Iru for it. Suwon has indeed become arrogant that he depends on people rather than god/s. We all know what happened to people who do that. Maybe he is just making the people here what they wanted to hear. After all, they all just want their kingdom to be glorious and powerful again at the expense of peace and the lives of their loved ones if they get drafted to war. It won't be long before Suwon is swallowed by the system. Hm..I guess he will be a 'the ends justifies the means' kind of king who can sacrifice anything because after all, he just 'sacrificed' his friends. A nice contrast with Haku or even Iru who I think somehow affected how Haku does things in the Wind tribe. I guess it is because of that so Iru and the Wind tribe are quite close to each other. Iru does seem to be good in ‘judging’ people that is why he chose Haku to be Yona’s escort and why he doesn’t want Suwon to become king. I eagerly anticipate their meeting again next time - just to see their faces to see how much the others have changed.
Regarding Mundoku, I hope he lives until the end to indeed see what will happen. Mundoku didn't begrudge Suwon for cutting of their water supply and all the other stuff that Suwon's allies did. Well, Suwon is no fool either, he knows all the dangers around and what he should do. I guess he did a lot of preparation for this. As a Haku fan, I'm somewhat disappointed with Yona's answer but then, it is understandable because there are really no romantic feelings between them right now. Since she might think of Haku as the ‘older brother who kept on teasing her’ =P Maybe, Yona doesn't know it yet and well, after all the traumatizing stuff she had gone through, I think the last thing in her mind is romance. Actually, after what Suwon did, I won't be surprised if she doesn't want to be in love again. For now, I just hope that Haku would still be the same likable character that he is. He is the main reason why I've started reading this series. He does remind me as a cross between Tamahome (want money), Nuriko (strength) and Tasuki (cute in a way/rudeness) of Fushigi Yuugi. Haha, so Suwon is like both Hotohori (royalty) and Nakago (revenge - eradicate all for goals). =P Yona does seem like Miaka at first but I hope that Yona would be a better character kind of like a 'warrior princess' ^^ Since in the first chapter, it doesn't seem that she is going to return to the capital, I guess Yona is going to protect the country that her father loved in a different way. I’m curious whether Yona will stay in the mountains probably in the Wind tribe or will she return to the capital? As for Ikusu, he seems to be an interesting character..funny in a way. He reminds me of Maeda in Faster than a Kiss or even OHHC’s Tamaki because he’s the weepy type. It is good that Yona is surrounded by such guys. It helps make her relax just like in the Wind tribe ^^ I wonder how Ikusu will advice Yona as to what to do. I'll also curious how old these two new guys are. I have a feeling that Ikusu is older than them..hm, could it be he is a new shinkan? Looks young than what I expected. Hopefully, there isn't much of a 'downtime' wherein we won't see much of Haku or rather, I hope the pacing is still like this because we are just in chapter 11 and yet so many things have happened already. Basically, I hope the author keeps it up ^^
Quote of the day:
Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service and character. ~ William Arthur Ward
Free Talk: Greetings
Saturday, February 13, 2010
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Scans by filion for BW and from Kotomi Aoki’s blog. Have a nice weekend, everyone! ^^
Free Talk: WSJ Series' Reaction
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Argh..One Piece [c. 574]. Noo...he really killed off Ace. I guess it is a better death of saving Luffy, being in Luffy’s embrace and saying his last words of gratitude than had his head chopped off at an execution stand. Deaths in One Piece always make me cry. *sniff* Seeing Garp so angry, I guess he really bet that they would rescue Ace safe and sound. I wonder what happens afterwards. Will the pirates all go on a rampage? Poor Luffy..is he really dead..is this for real? And, we have another guy in anguish and that is Hitsugaya in Bleach [c. 392]. We all know that it is an illusion but who would have thought that there is a collateral damage which is Hinamori. Ah, Ichigo..when did you notice? How come you didn’t tell them earlier? Is it a split second switch? I can’t shake off the feeling that somehow Hitsugaya is going to the ‘dark side’ soon with the revenge stuff but then, he’s already cut down at the end of this chapter. How ironic that he’s ice-based yet he lost his cool. Regarding Hinamori, at the back of my mind, I’m thinking that she is still alive but then, the poor girl is probably traumatized that she is always stabbed by people she loves/cares about – first by Aizen and now, Hitsugaya. She might end up in the mental ward after this. Then, for Naruto [c. 482], what, she’s still alive? That pretty much says that Sasuke can still be redeemed. As for Sakura, I’m amused since it seems like she wants to be a replacement for injured Karin. She can offer him her medical and fighting skills as service whereas Karin is just healing skills. “I’m more useful than that Karin, you know,” I was imagining she’ll say to ‘sell herself’ to Sasuke. Ah..confessing in a day to two guys..^^;..with ulterior motives, I presume. =P Better be careful, Sakura. Sasuke isn’t as nice as Naruto.
Beelzebub [c. 48] is still amusing as ever. It does give me a ‘calm before the storm’ feeling. I feel sorry for that teacher. He is obviously trying to flex his muscle around but unfortunately for him, whom he thought is a ‘weakling’ is the strongest of them all =P He just went from weakest to strongest ^^; I’m still wondering if the school is the one responsible for putting them all together or it’s someone in the demon world as Hilda seems to imply. As for Katekyo Hitman Reborn! [c. 277], hm..I don’t know how to react about the ‘first generation’ helping them..but it made me think, wow, how lame..is this some sort of deus ex machina. As for Psyren [c. 106], yay, Ageha finally finishes up that battle. ^^ His power is really ever evolving and he compared again to Miroku.
Word of the day:
Right relationships in life ease the sting of grief in death. ~ Our Daily Bread
Free Talk: Kimi ni Todoke Trivia + Help again
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
There’s a little trivia which is more appreciated by people who have read Shiina Karuho’s previous series, Crazy for You. I haven’t read it though I did check it out a bit to know who that guy is. ^^;
Anyway, remember in chapter 27, Sawako told Shouta about her childhood regarding her older male cousin who called her a zashiki warashi and asked her to bring him a cola? That guy is actually Akahoshi. I think from the Japanese text, Sawako’s father is the younger brother of Akahoshi’s mother. So, fans of Akahoshi in BW are really hoping that he’ll appear in Kimi ni Todoke. Scan by BW & P.S.S group.
PS. Below is another batch of names and places that I need to know for Akatsuki no Yona. Regarding, number 16, I’m not sure where his name is in that dialogue so I just pasted the whole sentence. ^^; Thanks in advance ^^ I’ve finished reading it up to the latest chapter. It is a really promising series and exciting in a way. I really like Haku that I ended up typing a really long chapter 3. ^^; So, this might take longer than anticipated since I’ll be somewhat summarizing this in detail as compared to the 2 chapters before. I hope that they continue to scan and translate it in BW. ^^
Edit: I already know the names thanks to these nice people:..., Licia, Sara, pingu, and ShanShan
Chitose Etc. [Chapters 2 - 6]
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Chitose wonders if Kou has forgotten about her already and who could that girl beside him be. The black haired girl says that she seems to be a freshman. She asks Chitose what her class section is. Before Chitose can answer, her black-haired seatmate arrives and tells them that she is in section 2, the same as his. “She is a transfer student from Okinawa.” Pointing at Chitose, Kou exclaims, “Sunbath* girl!” [*or sun-scorched] Chitose is stunned-puzzled. Then a couple of people come in and say that they never saw Chitose before, so could it be that she wants to join the club. Chitose tries to explain that she isn’t. The black-haired guy tells them that Chitose is a new transfer student and she said that she knows Kou. Kou says that he remembered when he was going on a walk with Shun [black haired guy] in Okinawa, he met Chitose who accompanied him to see a lot of nice places. The black haired girl asks Kou what he meant by sunbath girl. Kou tells her that the sun in Okinawa is so intense and Chitose really hates becoming dark so she gave him a very deep impression. Kou asks Chitose her name and it is such a coincidence that she transferred to his school. “Speaking of that, how did you know I was here? Ah, did I tell you before about my school?” Chitose starts crying and asks, “Friend? Is it only as a friend? Then, why did you do that thing? You’re too cruel! That was obviously my first!” The others become dark as they call out to Kou who protests that he didn’t do anything. He then says that he’ll try to remember about it carefully [if he actually did]. Chitose exclaims what he meant by that. Kou apologizes to her while the others tell her to calm down. Later on, everyone introduces themselves to Chitose who is sitting down. Black haired classmate is Akashi Shun. Black haired girl with Kou earlier is Aihara Seirin*. [*It’s ‘sei’ as in ‘clear’ and ‘rin’ as in ‘design’ but there are other pronunciations for the characters so I’m not sure if it’s right.] The two newcomers are Fujika Midoriko [female] and Shisei Sota [male]. Chitose also introduces herself. Sota recaps that Kou and Shun went to Okinawa then Shun met with Chitose. They had fun and while the sun is setting, Kou kissed her. Chitose nods her head. Sota asks if because of that she became in love and want to/thought that they like each other. Chitose blushes but becomes gloomy when the others pity her for being naive. Kou admits that he kissed her and says that it is just because while the sun is setting, he thought that Chitose is really cute that he couldn’t stop himself from doing that. He tells them that there is no deep meaning to that. “An adventure during a trip or perhaps it is just a so-called ‘fling*’?” [* exact meaning favorable opportunity for an encounter with a beautiful woman] Shun says that means he’s playing around/firting. Kou protests while Chitose is aghast.
Midoriko asks Chitose if they manage to get in touch after that. Chitose says that they were supposed to meet the next day but she wasn’t able to go. Kou says that they were late by 15 minutes so he and Shun thought that she already left. He assumed that she doesn’t want to wait that long in the sun and after all, they were the ones who were late. Flashback : Shun had asked why they decided to meet in that place. Kou told him that he can’t think of any other place but it can’t be helped [that they are late], they should go. End flashback. Kou says that it’s a good thing that they didn’t wait. Chitose gloomily thinks that since Kou accompanied someone else, the second meeting isn’t a date and he doesn’t care about waiting a bit [for her]. Seirin asks why Chitose wasn’t able to come. Chitose says it is because she got H1N1. Kou exclaims that he got it after returning from Okinawa and it seems he got infected by Chitose. Shun shouts that he also got infected so the source is her. Chitose apologizes. Kou apologizes to Chitose for the misunderstanding. Pointing to Seirin, he tells her that he already has a girlfriend. Seirin smiles and says that is right. Pointing at Kou, she says that he is hers. “Sorry.” Chitose asks her if she isn’t angry that her boyfriend is goofing around. “Don’t you mind it?” Seirin says that Kou is very popular and she thinks that it’s okay for him to have female friends as long as it isn’t excessive. Chitose comments about the kiss but for Seirin, a kiss is no big deal for it is also done in other countries. Chitose protests that they are in Japan and Okinawa is obviously still in Japan. While Chitose is telling Seirin how important it is, to everyone’s shock, Seirin kisses Chitose. Seirin then tells her, “See, it is no big deal, right?” Chitose is totally shock and stutters what Seirin is doing. Sota says that is right, it is just the touching of lips. Then, he kisses Chitose. Chitose is now shaking from shock. Midoriko says that isn’t fair and she wants to do it, too so she also kisses Chitose. Shun comments that unexpectedly, Midoriko’s kiss is the most passionate of them all. Chitose leans on the table as she thought what’s wrong with these people and she’s really confused. Kou tells the others that their joke has gone too far. He touches her shoulder and asks if Chitose is alright. Chitose slaps his hand away. Teary-eyed and flustered, she tells him not to touch her. She tells them that she thought that he was the one destined for her so she lied to her parents and gathered her courage to go there. “Idiot! Stupid! Jerk!” She slams the door open and runs off. They were puzzled about her outburst. Seirin tells them that this isn’t a coincidence for that girl chased after Kou to their school. Sota is amazed over what she did. Midoriko reprimands Shun for calling Chitose stupid. Kou is sad-surprised about this.
At home, Chitose is sulking. She tells her brother that Tokyo is really such a scary place. Her brother tells her that is not so and ‘that’ has nothing to do with Tokyo. He happily says that those guys seem interesting and she should have fun with them later on. “Perhaps they might be good research material [for his books].” Chitose shouts that she doesn’t want to be involved with those people. Chitose is surprised when her brother says that regarding Kou, it is pretty much what he predicted, that Kou is that kind of guy. Chitose exclaims why he didn’t tell her. His brother says that it is interesting and he also wants her to be in Tokyo. Chitose says that maybe she should go back to Okinawa. Her brother asks what she is talking about now and he won’t help her go back. He tells her to go ahead if she can do it alone – transfer school and explain things to their parents. Then, he says that she shouldn’t be too dejected because there are a lot of fun places and things in Tokyo. She’ll definitely have a very happy high school life there and she’ll also definitely have a very nice encounter/meeting with someone. “Even if it’s quite regrettable about what happened with Kou-kun, this is a very good opportunity for you to enter a new world. Just totally forget about him and just enjoy your new life.” Chitose just says, okay. In bed, Chitose reprimands herself for being stupid that she one-sidedly got excited and even thought that it is fate. She thinks that his girlfriend, Seirin is really beautiful though she’s a bit weird. She cries and calls Kou a liar for saying that he likes sun-tanned skin because it looks healthier since obviously, his girlfriend is really white. The next day, Chitose prepares some food on the table and writes a note to her brother that she’s going to school and tells him to eat the food she made and left on the table. She closes the door and wonders what she’ll make for dinner. She decides to just drop by the supermarket on her way home. She suddenly remembers the fan with the word ‘ma’ on it in front of the club room. She wonders what kind of club it is but she quickly dismisses the thought for it doesn’t have anything to do with her anymore. On her way out of the apartment, she is shock to meet Kou who is also going out. She exclaims, why. He tells her that he lives there. He asks her which room she lives. She says 201. He says that he lives in 203. Chitose sweatdrops and says that his brother said that a beautiful lady lives in 203. Kou says that is his older sister and he would want Chitose to tell her brother ‘thanks’ on behalf of his sister. Kou then apologizes to her that it is because of him that she left Okinawa. He felt somewhat responsible for it so he decided to help her in having a happy school life and also find her a great boyfriend. Chitose is shock by the excess consideration. Kou smiles and says that it is such a coincidence that they live in the same place so later on, ‘I’m under your care’. Chitose wonders if this is some sort of punishment from God.
Soon, they are walking together to school. Chitose wonders why things ended up that way. Kou asks her if she came together with her brother to Tokyo. Chitose says no, because her brother came to Tokyo earlier but in order to accommodate her, he moved to live with her there. Kou says that it’s the same with him. His hometown is in some remote place in Kamakura city at Kanagawa prefecture near Tokyo side. Because Haisawa High is pretty far from home, he lives with his sister in Tokyo. Sometime in April, they moved to that apartment. She asks him why he wants to study in that school when it is far away from his hometown. Kou says that it is because that is where Seirin studies. Chitose exclaims, that means that they know each other even before high school. Kou tells her that they know each other since grade 5. Chitose exclaims that it’s such a long time. She asks how and where did they met. Kou just smiles and tells her that it is a secret. She then asks when they started going steady. To her surprise, he says, since grade 5. He tells her that during junior high, they study in different schools but they decided to go to the same high school. She asks if his parents do not object to him leaving their hometown. He tells her that their parents already knows about him going steady with Seirin so they allowed it though his mother is a bit worried. Chitose says, ‘is that so’. She remembers something then angrily shouts at Kou that he already has a long history with his girlfriend so how come he is still hitting on other girls. Kou tells her that it is because his relationship with Seirin is already very solid and they have a mutual understanding that occasionally, they can play around so Seirin can also play around with other guys. Chitose is totally shock by this as she exclaims that she doesn’t understand them. Kou apologizes again to Chitose because when he usually plays around with the girls in their school, they already know about his relationship with Seirin. That is why there has been no problem before. He wasn’t careful when he met Chitose during the trip. With hands together, Kou exclaims, “I’ve really reflected on this. I’ll definitely not commit the same mistake twice, so please forgive me! Can be start anew as friends?” Chitose blushes upon seeing his pleading look that she says, okay. Kou is totally happy about this. At school, Chitose dreamily thinks that Kou has already met his destined person since he started going out with Seirin since fifth grade. Shun then tells her to write her name on a form. She did so then she becomes surprised when Shun says that it’s decided. She stands up and exclaims what that is about. Shun tells her that it is an application form. He explains that Shun have already said that he feels responsible for Chitose so he’ll help Chitose in having a happy school life. They also decided to help her in blending in. Since they already know the whole situation, they decided to keep her company so they are letting her in their club. Chitose is stunned as she remembers those people who’ve kissed her. She grabs Shun’s shirt and tells him that she doesn’t want to and she doesn’t even know what kind of club it is. Shun tells her that it is a ‘festival club’. He informs her that it deals with designing and implementing important events within the school. They are currently preparing for the school festival.
In simple words, they are the ‘school’s members who implement festival/occasions’ because that school doesn’t have a student council so they are the ones who are responsible for those kind of activities. Chitose asks what those important events are. Shun says there are a lot like Christmas party, dances, Valentines’ Day, etc. Chitose perks up. Shun asks if she finds it interesting. Chitose says yes. To her surprise, Shun says that it is decided. Walking away, he tells her that he’ll give the form to the adviser and she can just go to the clubroom after school. While somewhat trying to stop him, Chitose becomes tense because she let her guard down. She wonders if she can get along with those weird people. Later on, she went to the clubroom where everyone welcomes her. Midoriko goes to her and holds her hands. Midoriko tells her that they lack personnel because the third year students have already left their club. “Let’s get along with each other, Chitose ♡” Seirin gives her some paperwork regarding the summary of the things that their group needs. Chitose thinks that it really seems like a club now and everyone is busy with work. Midoriko tells Chitose that she heard she is living in the same apartment as Kou and that’s good because it is near school. Chitose says yes. Sota asks her if her brother is a college student. Chitose says no, he’s a novelist. When asked what kind of novels he writes, Chitose tells them he’s a fiction/fantasy writer with the pen name of Mijin Yui. Chitose is surprised when everyone exclaims in surprise. Midoriko tells Chitose that she is a great fan and the ‘level eleven’ series is really great. She screams in delight that she never thought that her brother is Yui-sensei. Kou tells Chitose that Midoriko told them that the novel is really good so everyone in the club has already read it. Midoriko then apologizes to Chitose about her brother because she shared the book to the others instead of everyone buying a copy for themselves. Chitose sweatdrops and says that it is okay. Soon, they are all talking about her brother’s novel that it’s good and when will the next volume come out. Kou then asks Chitose to lend her phone to him. Kou records everyone’s email addresses on her phone. Seirin tells her that it’s okay for her to call or email them and if she has any problem, just consult them. Chitose blushes and thanks them. Walking with Kou, Chitose says that her first impression of them is that they are strange people but everyone is so friendly that she will definitely like this club. Kou is happy to hear that. Chitose tells him that she has to buy some ingredients for her brother’s dinner before going home. Kou tells her that there is a supermarket not far from there. He offers to accompany her.
In the supermarket, Kou asks her what she wants to buy. Chitose says that she needs bitter melon and.. Kou sweatdrops when Chitose is shock that there is no bitter melon in that place. Kou says that usually, there are but for today, there are none. Chitose cannot believe that there is a day when one can’t buy bitter melon. She then says, forget it, she’ll just get some shipped by her parents from Okinawa since her brother says that the bitter melon there and Okinawa don’t taste the same. Since Kou didn’t know about it, Chitose exclaims that in Okinawa, they use seagrass as fertilizer for the bitter melon in order to keep the mineral rich. Since it is nutritious, it makes the taste/texture also good. Kou says that’s really nice and Okinawa’s bitter melons ought to be delicious. Chitose is then surprised by the number of beer brands when she only saw Orion beer in her place. She continues to exclaim in surprised about the brands of bread she never seen before, the names of the fishes aren’t the same as in Okinawa, and there are no meat onigiri/rice ball in Tokyo. Kou just observes her as she goes back and forth, being surprised at everything. After shopping, the two are walking home. Chitose says that even if it’s still the same Japan, there is a huge difference. She happily says, “It’s like I went overseas.” To her surprise, Kou bursts out in laughter. He says, “Overseas- You are really interesting, Chitose.” Chitose blushes and looks away. While having dinner with Chitose, Yui says that those kids aren’t bad, that matsuri club, and the members are also his readers. He feels good about that. He asks her if it is okay that Kou is living in the same building as they are. Chitose says that it is because they are now friends. She blushes and thinks that upon seeing that bright smiling face of his, she has somewhat released her tension. Yui confirms to Chitose that the beautiful lady in 203 should be Kou’s sister and she is currently in third year high in a certain college so she is his [i]kouhai[/i]. He happily says that since Chitose and Kou have already met, he can now get close to Kou’s sister. Chitose cannot believe her brother for immediately thinking of that. She tells him that she doesn’t want anything to happen and he shouldn’t do any hasty moves. Yui says it is okay, he knows. Chitose doesn’t quite believe him because she thinks he’ll still do something even if she asks him not to. She asks him if he has a radish grater because she can’t find it. Yui says that he doesn’t have one because he didn’t buy one and that thing isn’t sold in Tokyo. Chitose then thinks of a way to get one. The scene changes to the club. Seirin tells Kou that they don’t have much time. Kou then apologizes to everyone that he and Seirin are going to leave early. Sota asks if they are going on a date. Kou says no but they have something to do. Seirin apologizes and the two leave as everyone says goodbye.
Chitose watches them from the window and thinks that they are really a good match. Shun glances at her then goes to her. To Chitose’s surprise, Shun tells Chitose that even if she waits, it’s useless because those two would absolutely not break up. Chitose exclaims what he is talking about..she already knows that. Shun just says, is that so, then that’s good. A bit irritated, Chitose thinks that even if Shun didn’t say it, she already knows and what’s up with this guy, she really can’t like him. Then, Kou and Seirin are in front of a grave. Kou says, “It has been a long time, Misaki.” Seirin says, “Yes, about 5 years already...” The two hold their hands and look at the grave wherein the surname is Natsume. In Chitose’s house, their parents had shipped bitter melons, canned meat [Spam], grater and some cookies [chinsukoi ? traditional sweet often sold as a souvenir on Okinawa, Japan. It is a small biscuit made of mostly lard and flour, with a mild and sweet flavor.] from grandma. Chitose happily says that grandma made the cookies especially for them. She becomes gloomy and apologizes to grandma who hopes to see Chitose on the television soon. Remembering that Kou would want to taste bitter melon from Okinawa, Chitose decides to share some with him. She goes to his house but the one who answered is Kou’s sister who had heard all about Chitose from Kou. She introduces herself as Yuka. Kou comes out to ask what’s up. Chitose tells them that they got some bitter melon from home. Kou thanks her. Yuka says that she really likes bitter melon but she doesn’t know how to cook them and if they will turn out delicious. Kou tells her to search the internet on how to cook them. Chitose is surprised when her brother appeared beside her and suggests to the others about eating in their house. Kou happily greets Yui as Yui exchange greetings with him. Someone wants to decline but Yui tells them that they must accept this invitation. Chitose thinks that her brother just wants to get close to Yuka. During dinner, the Furuya siblings compliments Chitose’s cooking. Yui offers Yuka some beer which she accepts. Yui asks if she likes to drink wine. She says pretty much. Chitose is surprised when Yui suggests that they drink together next time since he knows of a restaurant which has very good red wine. With a smiling face, Yuka declines by thanking him for his invitation but she will be scolded by her boyfriend if she accepts, so sorry. After a pause, Yui just says, is that so. Chitose is making a face =P Yuka asks Chitose if she has already gotten used to living in Tokyo and what places she had already gone to. Chitose says that she hasn’t gone anywhere but school. Kou remembers promising to tour Chitose if she goes to Tokyo. Yui tells Kou that he’ll leave it up to him because he had a deadline coming so he can’t accompany Chitose. Kou says that it is alright, he’ll go with Chitose on Saturday. Chitose protests that it isn’t okay, in consideration of Seirin. Kou says that it is alright, he’ll just ask permission first from Seirin. They then talk about Yui’s novel if the deadline is for ‘level eleven’ but Yui says it is a different one. Chitose is still a bit flustered and uneasy about it.
After eating and ‘see you tomorrow’, the Furuya walks back home. Yuka says that Chitose is very cute and very innocent, thankfully, unlike her brother. Kou just laughs. Yuka says that it is Masaki’s death anniversary and did Kou visit the grave. Kou says he did, with Seirin. Yuka asks if things are still going smoothly between him and Seirin. Kou says of course and why did she ask. Yuka says it is nothing and she’s just casually asking. She then looks somewhat serious at Kou. Next day at school, Chitose shares some of the cookies that grandma made to everyone in her club. Everyone says it is delicious. Kou then asks Seirin if he can accompany Chitose around Tokyo on Saturday. Seirin says it is okay. Chitose wonders if it is really okay. They begin to talk about the places where they would go like Shibuya, Roppongi, hills or midtown. Kou asks Chitose where she wants to go. Chitose tells them that there is actually just one place where she really wants to go since before and that is Tokyo Tower. Everyone is surprised. Everyone starts say that they went there before either with a family member or school trip and there is really nothing much there. Chitose perks up and says that when people say Tokyo, they would think of Tokyo Tower. Kou says then, they will go to Tokyo Tower. Chitose says okay. Kou asks if there is any other place she wants to go. Thinking that it will be impolite/embarrassing if she says other places, Chitose tells them that just Tokyo Tower is fine. Midoriko says that inside Tokyo Tower, there is also an aquarium and a wax museum. Seirin is looking at some books on the shelf. Shun approaches her and whispers if it’s really okay. Seirin looks somewhat surprised then says that it has nothing to do with Shun and he shouldn’t mind other people’s business. Shun just looks at her. On Saturday, Yui bids the two to be careful as Chitose and Kou go out together. Kou says that it is great that today is a really nice and bright day. Chitose agrees with him. Kou tells her that her coat is really cute. Slightly blushing, Chitose thanks him. Chitose then reprimands herself not to get ahead of herself since this isn’t a date – he’s just accompanying her to Tokyo Tower. This isn’t like ‘flirting with other girls’. He is being friendly with her as a friend and a neighbor. Chitose thinks that even if she is thinking like that, it still took her time to choose her outfit and she chose it because it is cute. She is happy that her coat is being praised.
At the subway station, Chitose is totally shock because there are so many people there. It seems that the trains are late so the passengers have accumulated. Kou says that it seems there is an accident that is why things are a bit chaotic. Noticing that Chitose has turned into stone, he quickly asks if she is alright. Chitose says yes and it is because she just unconsciously froze up because there are a lot of people. Kou remembers that there are no subways in Okinawa. It is mostly just buses and some bicycles/motorcycles. Kou asks if this is her first time in a subway. Chitose nods. She asks if it is always crowded like that. Kou tells her that it isn’t always like that because there are times when it is empty. He tells her that it is a common scene in Tokyo and she’ll get used to it. Chitose is a bit apprehensive about getting used to this kind of scene. Kou tells her that they should now go in the subway but Chitose protests that it is already full. Kou says that they can still squeeze inside just step inside and go in. Chitose doesn’t want to squeeze into others [and cause trouble to others] but Kou tells her that everyone does it. Holding her, they go in. Kou smiles and says that they are in. Chitose blushes and says, yeah. She thinks that he’s too close. Then, a fat business man rushes in between them. Kou gets pushed out and the door closes. With a shock-aghast look, Chitose slams the door and shouts his name as the train speeds away. Kou looks a bit stunned then starts laughing. He thinks that he shouldn’t laugh at someone but Chitose’s expression is so funny. Soon, Kou finds gloomy-looking Chitose. Kou sweatdrops and asks if it is really painful to be in a crowded train. Chitose says yes and her mind went blank when Kou was left behind. Kou says that they still meet each other again. Chitose tells him that he can say that but she was totally blank after going off that crowded train, and after a group of trains passed by [before Kou found her]. Kou tells her to forget it and cheer up because they are already at Tokyo Tower. Chitose perks up upon seeing Tokyo Tower.
In Tokyo Tower, Chitose comments that they are up so high. Kou then shows her an ‘explanation apparatus’ [ah, monitor that states facts, etc about the place] which shows the buildings that can be seen from that place even if it’s night. At the souvenir shop, Chitose exclaims how cute the honey container is because it is shaped like the tower. Kou tells her that even the mineral water bottle is shaped like the tower. Elsewhere, Chitose sees a ‘look down’ sign and asks Kou about it. She looks in the glass window on the floor and gets scared because she can see below. Kou says that he heard that they are 145 meters from the ground. She is shock when Kou walks on it and tells her that there is nothing to be afraid of. He tells her to try it but she doesn’t want to. He tells her that it won’t break but Chitose still doesn’t want to. He says it is fun but she says it is scary. At the toilet, Kou muses that upon looking at it in detail, even the things in the toilet are shaped like the tower. He thinks that Tokyo Tower can be very fun. He is surprised to see Chitose standing beside the glass window and trying to step on it but retreats. When she is about to try again, a child falls down in front of her. The child looks down through the window and Chitose sweatdrops. Kou giggles at the scene. Chitose sees him and happily goes to him while calling his name. Kou looks somewhat surprised [looks like captivated by her smile ^^;]. She tells him that she still couldn’t step on the glass window yet that child just now.. Kou just looks at her. Back at their apartment, Chitose thanks Kou and she really had fun. Chitose gives him a tower-shaped honey as thanks. Kou thanks her and tells her that if there are any other places she would want to go, she can just ask the other members of the club though for Shun, it might just be troublesome. Chitose says that he is right and she also doesn’t want to trouble Kou even if it is okay with Seirin. Kou says yes and he apologizes that they went alone. Chitose says that it is no problem and ‘see you on Monday’. Kou just watches Chitose goes into her house. Someone [not sure if Kou/Chitose] narrates, “There won’t be a next time when we’ll go out together alone, because it will be troublesome if I come to like you--”
It has been a month since Chitose came to Tokyo. She gradually got used to her new life. She also gets along with her classmates. She is writing while chatting with a couple of girls. When Shun is about to erase the blackboard, Chitose shouts that she isn’t finished copying. Shun continues to erase it and just tells her that she’s too slow, she should just copy from others. One of the girls lends Chitose her notes to copy. They say that she joined the matsuri club and that is nice since she is with Shun. Chitose is surprised and asks if Shun is also popular. They tell her that Shun is handsome, tall and looks mature. Chitose looks at Shun who is clapping his hands to remove the chalk dust. She thinks that Shun does give her a bit of that feeling - what her classmates said. Chitose says that people don’t like the way Shun talks [in a rude way] and if compared to Kou.. Her classmate says that if compared that way, of course, Kou is much better though he gives one an ‘unattainable/unapproachable’ feeling because he is too popular and there is also about Seirin. Chitose comments that he is really famous. They tell her that it is because he’s handsome..more handsome compared to actors in the acting division. That is why they are puzzled why Kou just joined an ordinary club and they heard that the manager of the acting division is following Kou around [to recruit him?]. Walking at the hallway, Chitose thinks that Kou is actually really popular and usually, she just sees him surrounded by girls at the hallway. “Ah, there he goes again.” Kou is talking with some girls who kept on putting their hands on him. Chitose sweatdrops and thinks that there is a bit of ‘haughty/look down on contempt’. [I think she’s referring to what her classmates said that he seems unapproachable.] She walks away and wonders why he isn’t with Seirin. Is it because they aren’t in the same class but then, which section is Seirin in. Chitose arrives home and looks for her brother since he didn’t answer when she says that she’s home. She wonders if he has gone out. She looks at the breakfast she prepared but it isn’t been eaten. She wonders what happened when someone approaches her. She screams out loud to see her brother looking all tired and exhausted. Yui greets her home. Chitose exclaims what happened to him. Yui says that it is because of work.
He tells her to prepare some food for him which he can eat with one hand while writing with the other hand. He also wants some coffee. If she is done, bring the food to his room since he might have to shut himself in the room for a few more days. Chitose just tells her brother to do his best. Chitose didn’t know about this side of her brother and it seems he is like that during some time. She eats dinner alone and thinks that it is a bit lonely so she hopes her brother finishes his work soon. Later on, she decides to watch television for two hours but before that she records ‘America talk’ so that she can watch it with her brother later on. She lowers the volume. While watching television, she thinks that one of those girls look familiar. To her shock, it is Seirin. At school, Seirin confirms to Chitose that she is friend A of the master’s daughter in the drama. Chitose exclaims that she is a part of the acting division. Seirin says it is true but she doesn’t have much filming work. Sota tells Chitose that the company’s president is the friend of Seirin’s mother. It seems that Seirin isn’t really enthusiastic [about acting] even if it was a favor for her to get in the company. Seirin says that it is troublesome to be always rejected by entrance exams. Flashing a v-sign, Seirin says that she’s lucky that she manages to get a few jobs that she manages to pass through the acting test and got in Haisawa High. Sota exclaims so, that is her goal. Seirin says that it is because she doesn’t want to study to pass the exam. Seirin confesses that even if she looks really intelligent but in reality, her brain is stupid. Sota laughs. Chitose remembers Kou telling her that he wants to go in that school because of Seirin. Chitose thinks that Seirin fits in the acting division because she is pretty but Chitose finds it a bit of a waste since Seirin isn’t that enthusiastic about it. [Basically, I think that Seirin isn’t interested in acting but needs to get into a high school without studying so she became an actress with the help of her mother’s friend to get in that school that has an ‘acting test’. It seems that actor/actresses study in that school.] Seirin then says that they should leave to go the group’s meeting where the others have already gone to.
At a classroom, a girl with glasses is talking to the students while Seirin and Sota are standing nearby. Chitose and the two other guys are standing behind the classroom. The glasses girl tells everyone that there are still 10 days before the school’s festival and today is just for confirmation. First, the different groups’ representative will take turns in consulting them and after verification, how much time is allocated [for the program, I assume]. Just like as it is usually done before, the guests are limited to the people whom the students know and it is very important to verify this because they do not want people to come just to see the students from the acting division. They will prepare the activities this week until 9 o’clock. While glasses girl is still talking, Chitose asks Kou who is that glasses girl presiding over the meeting. Kou tells her that is how Midoriko dresses up as the club’s head. Chitose is shock as she whispers that she doesn’t look like the same person. Kou tells her that Midoriko just let her hair down and wore glasses. Chitose comments about the fact that Midoriko is actually the club’s head. Chitose is shock again when he tells her that Midoriko is the only second year among them. Shun comments that Chitose is really slow-witted because she only realized it now. Chitose is a bit gloomy being called slow-witted and actually, it is only now she knew about the stuff regarding Seirin. She thinks that it seems that she can’t get in Tokyo’s ‘flow of things’. Shun asks if she is feeling down. Chitose thinks, “..Ah, forget it..there’s always a way ♫” Looking at smiling Chitose, the two guys think that she recovered quite fast. Soon, Midoriko says that it’s finally finish. It has been a long time since she started a meeting so she is a bit nervous. She removes her glasses and Chitose thinks that she’s back to ordinary Midoriko. Chitose calls out to them and asks if beside from planning and implementing, will the matsuri club participate in the school festival..like a booth. She wasn’t able to finish what she is saying since everyone is looking surprised at her. Someone says that they haven’t thought of that. If it’s a booth, then they still have some time to do that. As long as it isn’t too special, they ought to have some leisure time on the day itself. Chitose suggests that they sell chinsukoi/cookies since it can be made ahead of time. It is easy to make yet they are very delicious even if her cookies couldn’t be compared to her grandma’s. Kou says that is a nice idea. Sota wants to do it, too. Someone says that they couldn’t make the posters for advertisement in time. Someone suggests that they just use simple methods in informing people. Another one says that they can’t use the cooking room because a lot of people are already using it. Chitose says that they can make them in her house’s kitchen and it is near school. Kou offers that they can also use his house, too. Soon, there is no more problems and they decide to make a booth for the school festival.
While everyone is preparing their booths, Midoriko comments that smiling Chitose looks really excited. Chitose says that she likes this kind of mood for Okinawan kids really like these kinds of activities. She then notices Seirin and Shun standing silently and somewhat apart from each other in their booth. Midoriko calls out that they have already bought the stuff needed. Chitose tells Seirin that there is still stuff they needed that isn’t available in the stores nearby. She apologizes that she won’t dare ride on a subway. Seirin offers to be the one to buy them. Noticing that Shun and Midoriko are talking together, Chitose tells Seirin that it seems she and Shun don’t talk to each other even if Kou and Shun are in really good terms. Seirin says that she’s not an expert in dealing with Shun who’s acting cool/cruel from day to night. Such a guy irritates her. Seirin tells her not to talk about Shun, and how about Chitose drops the –classmate prefix and just call her by her name. Chitose tries it out. Seirin laughs and says that’s right. Midoriko also tells Chitose to call her by her name only. Someone asks where Kou is. Someone replies that he isn’t there and perhaps he is in the clubroom. Holding a paper, Sota calls out for them to check the rough draft of their flyer. Seirin asks him if he has seen Kou. Pointing at a direction, Sota tells Seirin that Kou is there, caught by Saijou Machi. At the side, Machi is holding Kou’s hand. Chitose exclaims that she knows that girl from a television commercial. Seirin says that is second year Machi from acting division, already famous even before she becomes a well-known actress in Haisawa High. Chitose notices the dark mood when Seirin says that girl always like to ‘trap’ Kou lately and it is time to finish this, once and for all. Kou tells Machi that she already has a boyfriend from the acting division. Machi says not anymore because they broke up and [a relationship with] an actor won’t work. Their companies are rivals and it’s troublesome for her when gossip magazines kept on watching them. Holding on to Kou’s arm, Machi says, “But, it’s alright if it’s an ordinary person, so let’s go steady, okay?” Kou says he can’t because he already has a girlfriend and she should already know that. Machi says that it will be okay if they break up and what’s good about that not famous girl [Seirin]. Kou looks surprised by that remark. With one hand on her waist, Seirin shouts, “Kou! Come here! Leave that girl! Later on, do not talk with that girl in such a cheerful manner!”
To Machi’s shock, Kou timidly says, okay. Kou waves goodbye and apologizes to Machi that it is the princess’ orders which should absolutely be obeyed. Machi tries to protest but Kou tells her that what Seirin just said is his answer to her. Machi is aghast. Seirin tells Kou that she’s going to buy some stuff and will he accompany her. Kou says okay. Seirin tells the others that they are going. The others excluding Shun nervously say okay and be careful on their way. After they left, Chitose leaves out a sigh and says that she thought that it is really doesn’t matter to Seirin about Kou’s flirting with girls. Sota says that maybe it depends on who [he is flirting with] though compared to how one appropriately act in such a situation, Seirin is already very lenient. Midoriko nervously says that it seems that Seirin shows her fangs to any girl who seriously wants to take Kou from her. Sota nervously says that is right and Seirin can be quite scary. Chitose thinks, so that is how it is. Before she thought that since Seirin approves Kou’s ‘flirting’, so she begins to doubt if Seirin doesn’t really like Kou but it’s definitely because she can effortless control the situation if it is becoming excessive. Blushing a bit, Chitose says, “[Seirin] truly really likes Kou-kun..” She is surprised when Shun answers, “Perhaps.” then walks away. Chitose is puzzled by that comment. Soon, school festival day has arrived. On the school festival day, Chitose and Seirin are selling their cookies. The sales have been good that they will soon be sold out. Chitose is really happy about it because everyone did their best and their efforts aren’t wasted. Seirin laughs and says that Midoriko had the most fun because she was able to see Yui. There is a scene of Yui squealing in delight that Yui looks as handsome as in the picture and sparkling Yui saying, not really. Chitose says that he looks awful a few days ago and with him like that, he shouldn’t show himself to fans. It’s a good thing that he finishes the manuscript before meeting them. Chitose mentions that there are a lot of people who dressed up strangely. Seirin says that it is because a lot of people did cosplay cafe. There are some who dress up as a maid, a gothic girl, a delinquent, or as exclusive school girls and even as mascots. Midoriko and Sota arrive to change their shift. Chitose comments that Midoriko’s outfit is cute and if she is a forest girl. Midoriko says that she likes wearing loli outfits. Chitose says that it suits her. Chitose says that Sota looks cute, too. Sota says that they have a Halloween cafe. Seirin says that the acting division’s section didn’t participate so it’s boring. She asks Chitose about her class. Chitose takes out a pair of glasses and wears them. She says theirs is eyeglasses cafe – just wear glasses and that’s it. Sota says that they went there and Shun is very popular that there are a lot of people who went just to see a glimpse of him. Chitose lamely says, really, that is nice. Seirin says that she’ll go see Kou. Chitose says, see you later. Chitose wonders where she’ll go. She still has one more hour to go before her shift in class. Sota comments that their cookies sell out fast and maybe they should get more from their clubroom. Chitose offers to get them. Sota thanks her. Midoriko asks if it is okay since they might be heavy. Chitose says that it is okay. They tell her to walk behind the building [back court] since it is a shortcut. Chitose says okay, she’ll go that way.
While walking at the back of the building, she notices a couple of students from a different school climbing down from the wall. She wonders what they are doing. She remembers Midoriko telling the others before that there are outsiders who would want to go in just to see the students from acting division. One of the guys says that he bought a new camera with 7x optical zoom and 12 megapixels. The two stop walking when Chitose calls out to them and asks if they are outsiders and it is not permitted by the school for them to go in. One of the guys exclaims that they aren’t because they know someone from inside. They make up an excuse that a female cousin is a student there and they forgot to bring their entrance tickets. Chitose says if that is the case, then just verify it with the cousin so please go to the reception desk. The two guys look at each other. The two bow down and apologizes. They say that they are Machi’s super fans and they want to see her in that school, no matter what. They don’t go near her nor talk with her for they just want to take some pictures. “Please, let us go!” They look at Chitose with a pleading look. Chitose thinks that they seem to be sincere guys, these fans of Machi and even if they are a bit pitiful.. Chitose apologizes and tells them that they have school rules and she thinks that if they take pictures, Machi will also be troubled. She is surprised when the two guys start to look menacing as they tell her to stop kidding. They have already lowered their voice to ask/beg her and she should just say ‘really’ then leave. They want to teach her a lesson and throw her aside. Chitose becomes tense as she realizes that she is in danger. At the booth, Midoriko still feels uneasy about Chitose going alone so Sota decides to go and help her but someone arrives and offers to go instead. Back to Chitose, the two guys are coming near her as Chitose backs away. She then exclaims in Osaka-ben/dialect for them not to touch her. This surprises the two guys that they ask what she just said. Quick-thinking Chitose notices that they are afraid of Osaka-ben so she starts shouting stuff using that dialect. She shouts, “Go away! Quickly go away from me! Idiots! If you don’t, I’ll chop you up into mincemeat! I..” Suddenly, someone goes in front of her. It is Kou dressed up as a samurai complete with a katana. He shouts for the trespassers to leave immediately. The two guys ask what’s up with that and the sword is definitely just a toy. Kou says that even if it can’t slice a person in half, it can still be very painful. “So which one of you wants to be first--” The two guys have already run away. Kou calls the teacher on his cellphone about a couple of students wearing grey uniform who have trespassed and they are headed towards the sports ground so catch them there. After Kou hanged up the phone, Chitose thanks him and asks what kind of cafe his class is doing. Kou says samurai. Chitose laughs and says that there are really different kinds of cafe. Kou scolds her that this isn’t the time to laugh. He reprimands her that what she did isn’t right for how can she handle such a situation alone. She should use her cellphone to call for help or inform the teacher. It’s good that those two guys are just fans but if they are paparazzi, they can be scarier. “Next time, be more careful! It’s really dangerous--” He stops when he noticed Chitose shaking in fear. She apologizes to him. Kou apologizes to her for shouting at her. To her surprise, slightly blushing Kou says, “but, I’m just really worried about you..” She blushes and thinks that he is so kind that she cannot even sincerely look at him. She apologizes again and says that she’ll be careful [next time].
Chitose says that she should go for she has to get the cookies. Kou tells her that he came to help her. Chitose asks about Seirin who went to find him. Kou says that he didn’t see her and they probably missed each other. Kou then asks her what she just said in Osaka-ben - that last sentence. Chitose happily tells him that it basically means ‘chop you into pieces’. To her surprise, Kou starts laughing out loud. Kou says that she can actually say such a scary sentence while smiling. Chitose says that it is because he asked her. Kou asks if she always use that sentence. Chitose says no and she only did now because it is a matter of life and death. As they walk away, Seirin is watching them from behind. Later on, Midoriko goes into club head mode again and says that it is time to preside over the koyasai [an event held on the night after the last day of some festival (school festival). It often includes bonfire & dancing]. Sota ask where Seirin and Kou are because the koyasai is starting. Midoriko says that it seems that they went to the clubroom. Chitose says that she’ll go and call them. At the clubroom, Seirin is kissing Kou. Kou asks her what the matter is. Seirin says that she wants to do it [sex]. Kou is puzzled that he asks, what? Seirin says that she wants to do it right now and she cannot endure it anymore. Kou asks what she is saying when it is going to be koyasai soon. Seirin says that it doesn’t matter and just leave it all to the others. This made Kou shout Seirin’s name which startles her. He asks her what happened for she is acting a bit strange. “What are you uneasy about?” Seirin didn’t reply. Kou hugs her and touches her face. He assures her that it is alright, he won’t go anywhere and he absolutely won’t leave her. “I will be with Seirin forever, you also think that way, right?” Calmed down a bit, Seirin says yes. They were surprised when the door suddenly opens. Chitose is surprised to see them. Flustered, she looks down and apologizes because she thought that there is no one there since the lights are closed. “And, the koyasai is going to start soon. I was asked to call you guys. Then, I’m going ahead.” Seirin looks at Kou who is looking at the door after Chitose left. Running at the hallway, Chitose meets up with Shun. Chitose tells Shun not to go to the clubroom. Shun asks why, he had left something there. Chitose insists that he shouldn’t go and just go there later on. Shun asks if Kou and Seirin are in there. Chitose just nods. She walks by him and tells him that they should go ahead because the koyasai will start soon. Shun calls out to her. She turns around as Shun says, “you..go steady with me.” [It’s a sentence ^^;] Chitose looks at him in surprise and thinks, “What?”
This series still reminds me of the story of the country mouse going to the city. Chitose does seem to be a fish out of the water and I’m really amused at how she is able to use her dialect to her advantage to scare away those two trespassers. Chitose is really such a likeable girl who is always cheerful, sharing what she has, etc. Her ‘difference’ is enabling her to endear herself to the others. Unfortunately, for Seirin, it seems to be capturing Kou’s heart. The more I read about this, the more I think that there is no real love between those two. It seems like Kou is only bound to Seirin because of some promise which is probably related to that person Misaki whose grave they visited..but then, they have been together before then..maybe it is because of this Misaki that caused the cracks in their relationship. Yuka did ask Kou before about their relationship. Was there a love triangle before? Seirin might be nice and friendly for now but I think things might get messier if she becomes more jealous of Chitose especially when she sees Kou with her and her instincts tell her that Kou is falling for Chitose. I think the author is making a point that Kou can easily laugh about Chitose and he seems to be having fun with her but when he’s with Seirin, it’s always sober and serious. There is also about Seirin ‘ordering’ Kou to stay away from pushy girls. Does she have to say that? Why can’t Kou tell that Machi girl to back off? Is it because Kou is too nice and can’t decline that Seirin has to make the move? Also, I somehow I don’t think she can do that to Chitose. Perhaps because Kou might not be able to do it just as easily or unlike Machi, Kou might actually like Chitose. Maybe Seirin doesn’t want to provoke any such negative actions from Kou so she decides to go for sex instead. It is a foolish thing to do actually because doing that doesn’t really make him hers if his heart isn’t really there for her. Iirc what I read before, guys can be emotionally detached during sex unlike girls. Also, is Kou really declining to do it because they are in school and they have responsibilities or is it because of something else? This brings me to the next question, does Kou deserve Chitose? I actually think their chemistry is good with that Tokyo Tower date or even the other times they are together. Kou does seem to be the ‘puppy-type’ of personality who is eager to please and easily admit his mistakes. The only problem would be his ‘playboy ways’, ah..aside from whatever is the real deal between him and Seirin. It makes me wonder if he can actually stop fooling around if he really falls in love..like for the sake of the person he loves. So far, Shun doesn’t seem to be a better alternative. He is the typically being rude and cynical guy who might actually fall for the lead girl later on. I have a feeling that he likes Seirin which could be why Seirin isn’t too friendly with him. I’m not convinced that he likes Chitose. It is probably just because it feels like he just wants to form a ‘consolation prize’ couple with Chitose. Both are aiming for a couple that can’t be separated. Maybe, it is to create some jealousy to form more cracks in Seirin-Kou’s relationship. I wonder what Chitose’s answer will be. I hope it is a no because he doesn’t seem that sincere and it reeks of ulterior motive/s. So, currently, I don’t think either guys deserve Chitose =P I feel somewhat nostalgic reading this series because this kind of love polygon among friends seem quite familiar..it reminds me of a J-drama I watched, way, way before. Scans by 草莓defer for iieye
Quote of the day:
Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine. ~ Anthony J. D'Angelo
First of all, thank you Kiseki, Rox, oz, SBlossoms, and Sara for the help regarding the names in Akatsuki no Yona ^^ Hehe, for the names of the generals, I actually underlined it red because that’s the one I need. I should have clarified it ^^; And, the results of the poll are in this link. So, there’s what to expect in the coming days, not including teasers and summaries on a whim:
Chitose, Etc 2-6: Chitose’s new life in Tokyo. A love polygon seems to be forming..
Akatsuki no Yona 3-11: Haku really needs to be rewarded for the things he’s doing for Yona.
Koibana! 50-52: Does Chikai come to like Hanabi or is he just teasing her? Hanabi is nevertheless very optimistic. As for the ‘kiss’, I have only one thing to say, Chikai is a S. Then, more on Atsumi x Sasa.
Kyou, Koi wo Hajimemasu 52-55: Almost H + bestfriend/NASA > girlfriend?! Been missing you..
Kimi ni Todoke 43: Confrontation of rivals in love and actually..Ryu suddenly confessed but Chizuru is as clueless as Sawako. Maybe it’s the timing…^^;
Faster Than a Kiss 31: Kazuma's past part 2 and Kazuma got tricked to see Maeda again =P
Bokutachi wa Shitte Shimatta 33-34: Love triangle + Kotori got a stalker
Reimei no Arcana 11-12: Nakaba's Awesome Guys + Nakaba starts using her power and a new female character..in order to make it less like a harem?
Stardust★Wink 12-13: It seems that the one Hinata likes is.. + Forced confession
Kanojo wa Uso wo Aishisugiteru 10-11: Aki's past…mostly his high school life. Oh, chapter 11 isn’t out yet but based on the raws, it is still about his past.
Honey Hunt 30 : Sayonara...because love > career.
Mei-chan no Shitsuji 79-80: Not yet out as of this writing.
