01x07 - The Fox-Eared Girl of the Royal Capital

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KINGDOM OF BARCULA,

ROYAL CAPITAL,

BAKILATOS PALUM

sl*ve TRADING COMPANY

-[Reyva whimpering]

-[PROSPECT] Interesting,

a beastman

with magical aptitude?

Yes, you are special

and yet, what can you do

with your talent?

[REYVA]

I promise

I'm going to

study really hard, sir,

and prove to you

I can be useful.

[PROSPECT]

I'm sorry,

but I need someone

who's useful now.

So, I can't take you.

I will admit you are unique,

but I can't afford

to sit around

and wait for you to learn

something of value.

Good luck to you.

[door shuts]

[Reyva exhales]

-[BURTON] Reyva.

[REYVA] Please forgive me.

I was rejected yet again.

Don't let it get you down.

A good master

will show up someday.

Maybe.

[thuds]

[REYVA]

"Someday."

For several years now,

Master's been telling me

the same thing.

[REYVA'S LITTLE BROTHER]

Hey, big sis!

[chuckles]

[Reyva chuckles softly]

Big sis!

Please, I don't want you

to leave me!

[Reyva exhales]

[both whimpering]

-It's okay, I promise.

-[whimpering]

When I start making money,

I'll send a lot of it

back home!

I love you.

Take care of Mother.

Do that for me?

Stay here with me, please?

[REYVA] I said that

and left the village, but

[page rustles]

[sighs]

♪

Hmm.

EPISODE 7: THE FOX-EARED

GIRL OF THE ROYAL CAPITAL

Master, are you going back

to Dgambo's workshop today?

I am. Some blacksmithing work

needs to be done.

Mainly for

Camellia's horseshoes.

But you need your rest.

The other day, you received

an extra order for potions

and refrigerators from Papek.

And, Master, you've worked

nonstop the past few days.

She's right. You need to

take care of yourself, Master.

[TAKUMI]

Hey, stop worrying.

Trust me, I'm fine.

Master.

But thank you both

for your concern.

Well, I'm off!

[footsteps receding]

[birds chirping]

[BOTH]

Hmm?

[birds chirping]

[door opens]

[RESIDENT]

But I saw it, I swear!

Our guild hasn't

confirmed any sightings.

I'm not the only one

who saw it, ya know?

Hey, what's going on?

There are reports

of people seeing

some weird creature

near the city.

A weird creature?

Of course,

we don't know for sure yet.

But I drew a sketch based on

reports from the witnesses.

Looks like

some mystery creature.

And the weirdest thing is that

we haven't gotten

any damage reports.

Anyways, what brings you in?

Oh, I'm looking to

register another pet.

Wow, a second one?

So, what is it?

Somehow, you managed

to tame a k*ller Spider,

so I don't think

whatever you're bringing in

will surprise me.

♪

[whimpering]

[growling]

[RESIDENT]

That's it!

There it is!

Huh?

Office right now.

[TAKUMI]

What did I do this time?

[MULAN] Oh, now I understand

what you want.

But unfortunately,

we do not have a sl*ve

fitting those conditions

at the moment.

I see.

Maybe some fellow traders will

have what you're looking for.

I'll try reaching out.

Thanks, Mulan.

-[MULAN] You've changed, Sofia.

-Huh?

Ever since

you formed that contract

you've seemed different.

Uh.

[MARIA]

Sofia, wait up!

Everything done on your end?

No, not yet.

I got one more stop.

I want to make sure that

Master has plenty of nutrition.

I mean, he's been

really exhausted lately.

[SOFIA]

You've noticed that, too?

[MARIA]

Yep!

And he's always working.

Sometimes he forgets to eat.

So, I want to stop by

and see one more butcher.

I really wish I could

lighten the load for him

but there's nothing I can do

to help with his alchemy.

Well, I'm helping him

with my cooking!

You certainly are.

Perhaps I could be

your assistant.

Uh, no, thank you!

Hold on, are you afraid

to let me help you?

Yeah, I am.

I get that.

[giggles]

Hey, Sofia,

I like this new you.

Really, this again?

How am I different?

Well, it's like, you used to be

on edge all the time

and now you've let

your guard down.

Don't be a tease.

Of course, I love

your heroic side just as much.

What? You do?

Enough, we need

to finish our shopping.

Master won't

wait for us forever.

[giggles]

[BOTH]

Hey, what's wrong with Master?

Calm down, all right?

He's just sleeping.

I mean, what do you expect

when he's been working so hard

without any sort of rest?

[snoring softly]

Even so,

he just kept chipping away

with a smile on his face.

Couldn't bring myself

to stop him,

he looked so happy.

But if he keeps

overworking himself,

he really will

collapse one day.

-Hmm.

-Hmm.

[Takumi snoring softly]

♪

Hm.

Hm.

It's a masterpiece!

I would like to have you

pull this carriage, Camellia.

[growls]

All right,

she said she'll do it!

Awesome!

What do you say

-we give this thing

a test drive. -Master,

it's too amazing inside!

This is going too far.

Roomy, huh?

I enchanted it

using Spatial Expansion.

[SOFIA]

You even added a toilet.

I know one thing's for sure,

there's no other carriage

like this.

[MARIA]

It's wonderful!

Cooking's gonna be easy

with this much space,

and cleaning won't be

such a hassle!

And housework,

all my daily chores

will be so fulfilling!

How exciting!

I'm glad to hear

you like it, Maria.

[growling]

[cheering]

This is the most fun

I've ever had in my life!

Go faster, Camellia!

Even though we're moving

at an incredible speed,

I can hardly feel any shaking

inside the carriage.

I know, right?

[window slides]

And, if there's anything

you'd like to add.

Really? Can we attach blades

that sh**t out from the sides

of the carriage?

-[TAKUMI] Why?

-Because it would be so cool!

Of course.

Well, let me think about it.

After letting her

run wild for a few days,

Camellia's status

leveled up pretty quickly.

♪

Man, good to know

you guys will be escorting us.

I appreciate it.

I mean

the lord is going too, so

By the way,

what is that you're having

pull the carriage?

I can't believe it.

That's a drake horse, isn't it?

[PAPEK]

What a splendid carriage.

Lord Godwin, Papek!

Good morning!

Ready to ride to the capital?

Yes, we are.

Once again,

my apologies for

adding more to your plate.

Would you mind

if I take a look

inside the carriage?

No, not at all.

Go ahead!

[PAPEK]

Mr. Takumi!

What's wrong?

Are you okay, Papek?

This, this carriage!

-You really built it yourself?

-Oh.

Yeah, I did.

With a bit of advice

from a blacksm--

I'm blown away

by the many shocking features

and functions of

this magnificent carriage,

and I would love

if you could give me

every single detail about it!

Of course,

I completely understand

that this isn't information

that's given freely

so I will pay you

very handsomely

if you could tell me--

That's quite enough now.

Settle down.

You're overwhelming Mr. Takumi.

Pardon me, it seems

I got a bit carried away.

[TAKUMI]

It's fine.

[GODWIN] Still this truly is

a splendid carriage.

That's very kind of you to say.

Yes, I would certainly

be a fortunate man

if I were to have

a carriage like this on hand.

As your lord, traveling in

such luxurious fashion

would be marvelous.

Indeed,

if only I had one, as well.

[TAKUMI] Basically,

you want me to make you one.

If someone I know

were to make one for me,

I wouldn't hesitate to pay

one hundred platinum for it.

PLATINUM

[TAKUMI]

One hundred platinum is

A billion yen?!

1,000,000,000 YEN

And so,

our journey to

the royal capital began.

I have to admit

this man has made great

contributions to my domain.

Mr. Takumi has surpassed

even my highest expectations

but now he's going to play

an even greater role.

He's outstanding, sir.

[GODWIN]

But with a talent such as his

it's bound

to attract attention.

Of course.

I must do everything I can

to protect him

from all manners of wicked.

Although,

it's one thing

to fend off those

within the Kingdom of Barcula.

The likes of

the Empire of Sidonia

may prove more difficult.

I must remain vigilant.

HOLY EMPIRE OF SIDONIA

SEVERAL MONTHS

AFTER TAKUMI'S PRESENT TIME

[AKANE]

"The Goddess Anat.

She created mankind

in her likeness."

"Afterward,

to serve mankind,

she created beastmen

from beasts

and then created elves

and dwarves from sprites.

And placed them under mankind."

[exhales]

[footsteps approaching]

[clinking]

Hm.

[birds chirping]

We're here!

The royal capital.

[birds chirping]

Perfect, looks like

we've arrived safely.

We did and without any trouble

from monsters too.

Without any trouble, huh?

That's because whenever

any monsters showed up,

your lady friends

beat them down in a flash.

[HEATH] Hey, don't forget about

Maple and that drake horse,

they were practically

unstoppable.

[chuckles] None of us

so much as lifted a finger.

This job's gonna be

a piece of cake for us.

Oh, Takumi,

once we reach the inn,

there's something I was hoping

to discuss with you.

[TAKUMI]

Okay.

[horse nickers]

[TAKUMI]

A carriage similar to mine?

And that's what you're going

to offer the king?

[PAPEK] I've already consulted

with Lord Godwin.

He believes it's the best way

to get His Royal Majesty

to understand your talent,

which most can't even fathom.

Oh, gotcha.

Our audience with him

is in five days.

I'm sure

it will prove most difficult

to create one

in that time frame,

so feel free to begin

once we return to Bolton.

-[TAKUMI] I can do it.

-What?

If I make it back in Bolton,

that means

I'll have to bring it

all the way back here, right?

Well, considering that effort,

it's best if I begin

production right away.

Then again,

the materials

shouldn't be a problem, but

I need somewhere to build it.

[Papek laughs]

Dear boy, not to worry,

leave that part to me!

[SOFIA]

The Palum Company?

[TAKUMI]

Yeah.

Papek said

it's a sl*ve trading company

run by an acquaintance.

I know him.

The owner of the company

is a man named Burton.

For the capital,

it's supposed to be

a really trustworthy business.

That's what Mulan said.

[TAKUMI] There's a garden

with plenty of space we can use

in that detached building

and Papek has already

arranged for the materials.

All right,

where did I put the blueprints?

They must be somewhere.

-[SOFIA] Uh, Master?

-Yes, what?

If you're going to

build another carriage,

then you'll need assistance.

Huh?

[SOFIA]

You nearly ran yourself

ragged building the first one

and now you want to

start production on a second

without even taking a break.

That's reckless, even for you.

Oh, no,

I'm not particularly tired.

[SOFIA] Since we are heading

to the Palum Company,

you should

form another contract.

Why, when I have you two for--

I can't help you

when it comes to alchemy.

And the only thing

I can do is sew.

I beg you.

I promised to

protect you with my life

and I fully intend

to keep my word.

I'll drive away anything

that poses a threat towards you

and your well-being.

And you can count on me

to handle all of the housework!

You see,

we both want to protect you

but if you can't

respect your own health,

then there's nothing

we can do for you.

Sofia,

I appreciate you both.

I'll do that.

Also, must be a woman.

Non-negotiable!

Got it.

[BURTON] Are you looking

for someone to contract?

Yes, sir. I'm really interested

in expanding my party.

If it's possible, I would

prefer to have someone

who can assist me

with my alchemy work.

If I recall,

I heard you were using alchemy

to create a carriage

using mithril

and adamantite, correct?

-[TAKUMI] Yes.

-Then you'll need someone

with magical aptitude.

-[MARIA] Hey, Sofia!

-Uh, yeah?

[MARIA]

Have you seen Maple?

She's not with you?

No, the last time I saw her,

she was with Camellia.

[SOFIA] So, she's not

in the pocket dimension?

She said she wanted to explore

the company's other buildings.

I'm worried that she

Went off on her own?

I'll find her

and bring her back.

[footsteps approaching]

Maple,

are you in here?

[Reyva screams]

[MAPLE]

It's okay!

Calm down, I won't hurt you.

I was taking a look around.

[SOFIA]

Maple!

Oh, Sofia!

Seriously,

don't go running off like that.

Okay.

I'm so sorry.

Let me help you.

Uh, thanks.

She's not dangerous.

Are you okay?

Yes, I'm fine.

Just startled, that's all.

This book appears to

be pretty ancient.

[REYVA] It's an old one

from the library.

I couldn't believe my eyes

when I saw a bunch

of unwanted books

on magic here.

This one,

it's The Guide on the basics

of Arnold-Style Alchemy.

You study alchemy?

[REYVA] They say alchemy

circles are old-fashioned,

but if you want to learn

decomposition

and recomposition, this is it!

Oh, Sofia.

Glad you're here,

I was looking for you.

You were looking for me?

Yeah, I'm on my way

to meet a potential candidate

and I was wondering

if you wanted to come along.

[Reyva whimpering]

[door creaks open]

[REYVA]

Pardon me!

This gentleman is Iruma Takumi.

Mr. Takumi is a producer

based in the city of Bolton.

Hi, nice to meet you!

My name is Reyva!

Hello there.

[gasps]

Oh, I should

probably also mention,

we do a bit

of adventuring as well.

[REYVA]

What do I do?

If I get rejected again

then I can't send any money

to my family.

So, uh, since I mainly use

magic for my production,

I'm hoping

you'll have

some sort of knowledge

or interest in alchemy.

Did you say alchemy?

[TAKUMI]

Yes, I did.

Are you interested in it?

[gasps]

What can you do

with your talent?

I will admit you are unique,

but I can't afford

to sit around

and wait for you to learn

something of value.

Reyva.

[SOFIA]

Excuse me, Master.

This young lady,

she's been studying magic

on her own here.

-[gasps]

-[TAKUMI] You have?

And earlier,

I saw she had a book

on alchemy in her possession.

She said, uh, Arnold

[BOTH]

It's "The Guide on the Basics

of Arnold-Style Alchemy!"

-[Sofia chuckles softly]

-Interesting.

So, not Arron Martin then?

Nope! His book is often seen

as the foundation for alchemy

but I believe it's a derivative

version of the Arnold style!

Yes, I always got the feeling

Arron was summarizing

Arnold's work!

I get why the more

recent publication

would receive attention,

but I believe we shouldn't

forget about

the founding principles!

[BOTH]

Two birds of a feather?

In that case

[scribbling]

[page rips]

If you could look at this.

You know what

this alchemy circle is for?

Hmm.

[REYVA] Recomposition

of a specific material?

With heating

and shape alteration?

[heart beating rapidly]

It's similar to the alchemy

circle for spiraling sweets

but it's not using

Candy Bee honey?

Something's changed.

I have to do my best.

I just have to.

I can do this.

I can't be rejected again.

Even if that means,

I have to fake it.

[tear drips]

[Reyva crying]

I don't know.

I'm sorry.

Back in my hometown

we didn't use fluffy cream.

We used

Candy Bee honey.

Now, I'll be rejected

again.

[chuckles softly]

[gasps]

I would love to

have you in our party.

Huh?

[both gasp]

The next time

we embark on a journey

you'll be helping me out

as my assistant.

But only

if you're okay with it.

[REYVA]

I don't get it!

But I wasn't able

to figure it out!

It's nothing like the spiraling

sweets alchemy circle I know.

Yeah, but it is

for spiraling sweets,

so you got that part right.

Huh?

I already knew

different regions

paired all sorts of

tasty things with the dough,

butCandy Bee Honey.

Honestly,

that sounds delicious.

Um, it is!

Well, I rarely got to

eat it myself

but my brother loves it!

And hey, you figured that out

just by looking at it.

If you ask me, you should

give yourself some credit.

[REYVA]

So, does this mean that I'm

Yep, Reyva, you're in!

I promise you will not

regret this decision,

not one bit.

I'm gonna work really,

really hard!

[Reyva whimpering]

The contract is now completed.

As for your compensation,

I'll pay you fair wages

and raises.

Are you okay with that?

Um, can you,

if it's not an inconvenience,

I would like my wages

sent home to my family.

That won't be a problem,

but

every payment?

Yes, because I was born

and raised in a poor village.

I gave my family

all the money I made

when I left

and sold myself into sl*very.

I'm sure it helped them,

but I know

it won't last forever.

I don't want my little brother

to live in poverty.

I want him to go to school

and I want to help make things

easier for my mother.

You know, if we do that,

you'll remain a sl*ve

for the rest of your life.

You should accept her request.

Sofia?

Her skills will grow.

She'll learn more techniques,

including alchemy.

One day she'll be able to

earn a living on her own

working with you.

Besides,

serving your contracted master

for the rest of your life

isn't really that bad.

Especially,

when you have

a wonderful master.

-Uh, all right.

-[chuckles softly]

Well, if you say so.

[all gasp]

Hey, I think that's a little

too much for her!

-Hi, newbie!

-We're happy to have you!

Hi, my name is Reyva!

My name's Maple!

This big girl is Camellia!

And I'm Maria!

You can leave

all the housework to me!

Huh, hey, why do

your eyes look like that?

[MARIA]

Oh, you know what?

[REYVA]

I think this is gonna be nice.

[MAPLE]

Huh, no, I'm going to, Maria!

OLY EMPIRE OF SIDONIA, PRESEN

[WALBARR]

The Kingdom of Barcula

still chooses to be defiant,

I see.

[MUSUDAN]

We've delivered three missives

and they insist on refusing,

like they're stamping out

the same reply.

In that case,

let us apply a little force

and teach them a lesson

they won't ever forget.

Yes, I shall assemble

the knights at once.

[ELIZABETH]

One moment,

Father.

It won't be long until

our nation summons the heroes.

So, I have a suggestion.

For the next few months,

we should avoid

any hasty action.

Dear, daughter,

I can't leave this unaddressed.

[ELIZABETH]

This is precisely the time

for the power of faith.

Hmm. You're suggesting

we use our faithful?

[ELIZABETH]

I wouldn't say "use."

We simply spread word

that there's someone

disrespecting the Church

of Divine Light, that's all.

I see.

Yes, but that would incite

the anger of our believers.

And when it does, perfect.

Our Divine Light Squadron

won't remain silent.