[Kiyoka] What happened? Where am I?
I remember we were fighting.
Does that mean I died?
[Grotesqueries growling]
[tense music]
Is any of this even real?
Have I gone to hell?
[fire roaring]
EPISODE 12 LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS
[insects chirping]
[Arata] Picture it in your mind clearly.
You'll leave your body, escaping as a soul.
And once you've entered into that dream-state,
you will then enter Mr. Kudo.
Once there, your focus will be finding his soul.
Right.
Miss Miyo, be as safe as you can.
Listen! You are absolutely capable.
Miyo…
[crying] Miyo!
Everyone here believes in you. We'll be by your side every step.
Are you ready to start?
[Miyo] Yes.
Whatever I come across there,
I'll come back with Lord Kudo.
Let's begin.
[breathes deeply]
[soft gasp]
[surprised gasp]
[soft gasp] Are you in there?
[gasps]
[grunts]
[Miyo] I know this place.
The Saimori house…
[roaring]
[grunts]
-[growling] -[grunting in pain]
[groans]
-[groans] -[Kiyoka panting]
[tense music]
[Kiyoka] For every Grotesquerie I cut down, another one emerges.
There's no sign of Godo or the rest of the team.
This isn't my world at all, is it?
But… regardless of where I am, I refuse to die here.
-[Miyo's voice echoing] Lord Kudo… -[gasps]
Miyo!
Miyo! Where are you?
Can you hear me? Say something!
Miyo!
[clock ticking]
Does this mean Lord Kudo's in here?
-[giggles echoing] -[gasps]
[Miyo] Who is it?
I hear you!
-[little girl's voice echoing] Over here… -[gasps]
[splutters]
Please don't run away.
-[mystical music] -[clock ticking]
[gasps]
[Miyo] But why is it…
[little girl's voice echoing] This way…
-[gasps] -[giggles echoing]
[Miyo] Hey, wait! Why are you…
[Miyo breathing shakily]
-[giggles echoing] -You look like…
Try to catch me if you can. [echoing]
What is going on?
[little girl in distorted voice] I'm over here.
[shaky breath]
[Miyo] I have to hurry and find Lord Kudo.
[gasps]
[water splashing]
Why is that here?
I… know that door…
[breathing nervously]
[gasps]
[whimpers]
[door squeaking]
[door closes]
The clothes they're wearing…
[Miyo] Is that me?
[shouting]
-[Kiyoka grunts] -[groaning]
-[sword clanging] -[Grotesqueries groaning]
-[sword clangs] -[Kiyoka groans]
[growling]
[grunting]
[grunts]
[panting] Miyo…
[roaring]
I know I heard her, so she must be nearby!
[Grotesqueries screaming]
[grunts in pain]
[panting heavily]
I was supposed to go back for her…
but she came for me?
-I have to see her again to apologize. -[inaudible dialogue]
But this…
-will I make it? -[Grotesqueries growling]
No, I must.
[roaring]
I refuse to die before seeing her again.
I will get out of this place!
You look like me, but who…
You're not going to be able to see him again.
[Miyo] Why not?
[other Miyo] You are not worthy of him, being near his light.
-[gasps] -Now you'll be alone again forever.
Don't you… think it's easier that way?
That's how you've always lived, right?
You already know. That's the truth, isn't it?
You disregard his kindness at every turn.
The only thing you're good at is hurting him.
Because you're so careless,
he's wandering in the dark, slipping closer into his grave.
Anyone who associates with you is doomed to be unhappy.
[gasps]
[other Miyo] You know I'm right.
That's why you have to stay away from Lord Kudo.
Maybe what you say is right.
I always wanted to change myself.
I saw everything I did as a failure, so of course I'd agree.
[Miyo] It's exactly like you said…
If I'm so awful, then I shouldn't be with him.
Of course, that's what I thought.
But now…
that's not what I think.
[other Miyo] Now that you have a gift, you mean?
Before I discovered my ability.
[soft gasp]
[Miyo] It was because of the people in my life.
People who care deeply about me.
It's because of their belief in me that I think it's all right that I…
that I'm allowed to stay with Lord Kudo.
Lying to yourself again?
I already know how much easier you think your life would be
if you were alone.
You're wrong. That's not true!
[shouts] I've heard enough of this!
[soft gasp]
After Mother died, life was a living hell.
I've had to struggle to survive ever since that day.
[other Miyo] There was never a break.
The only option was to dull my heart so it wouldn't hurt.
I had no choice.
That was the only way I could handle being alive!
That was the only option back then.
I thought that that was how I was supposed to live.
But now… I know my life won't have to be that anymore.
It's far too late for that!
You've always given up and that's all you'll ever do!
[gasps]
It's not… I decided that I'm done giving up!
[other Miyo] You can't!
I can!
No! No!
You have to give up because it's easier!
How many more scars do you want?
That's the kind of person you are.
You didn't want to hurt anymore.
Lord Kudo suffered because of you!
I know what I did. That's why I have to make sure I can apologize.
-[gasps] -He's there for me.
Every chance he's had, he's been on my side.
[Miyo] He never faltered. He's always believed in me.
But I couldn't see it. I didn't believe in myself.
I was too afraid that I'd get hurt.
[Miyo sobs]
That was my fault.
[gasps] Stay away!
[shaky breath]
[Miyo] Getting hurt might seem scary…
but I won't run anymore.
I choose to believe what Lord Kudo says!
That means… I'm going to have to believe in myself
the way he believes in me!
Because I want…
to stay with Lord Kudo for the rest of my life!
[soft music]
[Miyo] It's okay. I'm going to find Lord Kudo now.
That way, you and I can finally know happiness together.
[in emotional voice] I hope we can. Sounds nice.
[Miyo chuckles softly]
[soft music continues]
[gasps]
[Miyo] Isn't that Lord Kudo's hair tie?
[soft gasp]
He must be close.
-[Kiyoka grunts] -[groaning]
[panting]
[Grotesqueries growling]
[grunts]
-[Miyo] Lord Kudo! -[gasps]
[Kiyoka grunts]
[grunts, gasps]
[Kiyoka] Miyo?
[Miyo] Stay behind me.
[Grotesqueries growling]
That… Is that your gift?
Sorry for the wait.
I came to bring you back home.
[breathes shakily]
Miyo…
Are you all right?
[Miyo] That looks serious.
[Kiyoka] No need to worry.
[gasps]
I'll be fine. This isn't the end of me.
-Mm. -[Kiyoka] However…
[gasps]
[Grotesqueries growling]
[tense music]
[Miyo breathes nervously]
[spiritual chanting]
-[Emperor] Faithful servants… -[both gasp]
-[Emperor grumbles] -[sorcerer 1] Your… Your Majesty!
What's his state? Is he dead yet?
[sorcerer 1] Sir, a woman from the Usuba family is interfering.
[Emperor grumbles]
[Emperor] That Usuba brat…
[sorcerer 2] Your Majesty, please don't overexert yourself.
[Emperor grumbles]
[sorcerer 2] Uh…
The Kudos are now an unprecedented threat to us all.
As such, it is crucial that we eliminate the power of Dream-Sight immediately.
[effort grunt]
[dramatic music]
[roaring]
[dramatic music continues]
Miyo.
Can I ask you something?
[soft grunt]
[Miyo] Well, will you please hold my hand?
Your hand?
[Miyo] What I mean is…
Do you believe in me right now?
[soft gasp]
[Kiyoka] Of course.
[Miyo] Let's go home… together!
[Kiyoka] Yes.
[Miyo breathes deeply]
[Emperor growling angrily]
Be gone now!
[shouts] This is my will!
-Miyo! Watch out! -[soft grunt]
[grunts]
[Emperor in demonic voice] Upon my rule, you both must die!
[yelling]
[suspenseful music]
[determined breath] Be gone!
[screaming]
[surprised grunt]
[all groan]
[Kiyoka grunts]
[gasps]
Where are we?
[soft gasp]
-[Kiyoka] Miyo… -[gasps]
You heard me go on and on about protecting you,
but you ended up protecting me.
[soft chuckle]
[Miyo] This is yours. Here.
[Kiyoka] Uh…
[Miyo] I couldn't find you at first,
and things were scary, but this hair tie guided me to you.
[soft chuckle] So, is that where it went?
I thought I'd lost it when it fell off in battle.
I can put it back on for you…
if you wouldn't mind my doing so.
Yes, please do.
[soft chuckle]
[gentle music]
[Miyo] All done.
[Kiyoka] Thank you.
[Miyo] Um, Lord Kudo…
[Kiyoka] Hmm?
At the Usuba house, do you remember when I was asked what I wanted?
I hesitated, but eventually told you…
that I did not care.
Yes.
[Miyo] You should know… that was a lie.
-[gasps] -I'm sorry.
Wait… I'm the one who should be apologizing to you, Miyo.
[soft gasp]
I never thought I would do something that would hurt you.
But I lost my temper and I spoke out of a place of anger.
I am truly sorry.
[Miyo] I'm truly sorry as well.
What I want… is to always be by your side.
Miyo…
Please let me know I can be with you forever!
It was always my intention to do so.
I want to remain close to you if you'd allow it.
[breathes shakily]
Yes. Of course you can.
[Kiyoka] Thank goodness.
If you had told me "no", I can't imagine what state I'd be in.
[Miyo] Don't be silly! I'd never say such a thing.
-[Miyo chuckles softly, sniffles] -[Kiyoka sighs]
[gentle music]
[gasps] Kiyoka!
[Yurie] Miss Miyo!
-[Yoshito] Commander! -[Kazushi] Mr. Kudo!
-[Yoshito] Commander! -[Yurie] Young Master, please!
-[Yoshito] Commander, can you hear me? -[Hazuki] Please, Kiyoka!
-[Arata] Miyo! -[Yoshito] Miss Miyo!
[soft gasp]
Our friends…
[Miyo] Lord Kudo, everyone's waiting for us.
Let's go home, shall we?
[Kiyoka] Yes, let's.
[gentle music continues]
-[Yoshito] Commander! I'm begging ya! -[Yurie] Young Master!
-[Hazuki] Miyo! -[soft gasp]
-[Arata] Miyo! -[Yoshito] Wake up!
[Yurie sobbing]
What a relief!
[Yurie sobs] Miss Miyo…
[bright music]
He's alive! [wails]
I guess that means… I'm back?
[Miyo] Yes.
-[surprised grunt] -[Yurie sobbing]
Oh, you're awake! I'm so relieved.
[grunts]
I didn't mean to worry you. I apologize.
I'm so glad you're all right.
-[Miyo sobs] -I am now, thank you.
-[Yoshito] Commander! -[grunts]
Oh, I was so worried about you guys.
-Hey, Godo! -[Miyo chuckles]
[Kiyoka] Get off me, I can't breathe!
-[Miyo] Arata, wait! -Hmm?
Are you… Are you heading back home now?
[soft chuckle]
It looks like… you no longer need my protection,
so there's no reason for me to stay.
You've really… so thank you, but I feel like there's more to say.
[Arata chuckles softly] There's no need for that.
I only… did what any proper person would do.
[Miyo] But… [nervous breaths]
I knew it…
I can't go back with you. That place isn't my home.
[sighs] I am so sorry.
[soft chuckle]
There's really no need for you to apologize for that.
Miyo, you're still… a part of our family.
[soft gasp]
So it's you again?
[soft grunt]
I hope you know we'll be having a rematch.
Next time, I'll win.
[soft chuckle]
Sure. You know where to find me when you're ready.
Until then…
[footsteps receding]
[Okaito] He what? It was His Majesty?
The Emperor had lost his divine revelation.
[surprised grunt]
The fear of not knowing the future consumed him.
He sought to expose the Grave.
Lives were put at risk.
His acts were both selfish and unacceptable.
It is my vow…
that every debt will be repaid.
[insects chirping]
It feels like forever since I last stood in front of this threshold.
[Miyo] Doesn't it?
It's good to see you at the door. Welcome, Lord Kudo.
Yes. I'm home, Miyo.
[theme music]
[Miyo] Finally, our daily lives regained a sense of peace.
My nightmares were over.
I no longer suffered from sleepless nights.
Lord Kudo and I got to share our meals together,
and enjoy conversing with one another.
I'm starting to notice…
that I no longer dread going to sleep or waking up.
It feels like I know the true meaning of happiness now.
Getting to cherish little moments with someone dear to me.
[theme music continues]
SEVERAL DAYS LATER
[Miyo] Our blissful days of peace passed by in the blink of an eye.
And before I knew it,
it was time to test all of my training with Miss Hazuki.
I hope I make her proud.
PARTY DAY! BREAK A LEG, MIYO!
[indistinct chatter]
[nervous exhale]
[gasps]
[Kiyoka] Miyo…
[soft music]
Lord Kudo, I… I'm sorry if I kept you waiting.
Oh, uh…
[Miyo] So, what do you think?
Do I look all right?
[soft chuckle] I'd say… you're beautiful.
[happy gasp] It's good to hear you say so.
You… look good. You're very handsome tonight.
[soft chuckle] That's enough.
You can't just say things like that.
[soft gasp] Sorry, Lord Kudo.
[Miyo gasps softly]
Shall we?
Yes.
-[Kiyoka] Miyo… -[gasps]
Just so I'm sure it wasn't a dream,
can you confirm it for me one more time?
Troublesome kind of fellow as you know I am,
did you really say you'll be my wife?
[gasps]
Troublesome? How could you say that…
when I was always the one who started trouble.
And you still won't regret it?
Marrying someone like me?
I could never regret it.
After all, we chose each other, didn't we?
[happy gasp]
There's still a lot I need to learn,
so please be patient with me.
Yes. And you, with me.
[closing theme music]