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| Truth of the Mask | Story Review | シナリオ プロローグ |
[Lelouch Lamperouge]Where am I...? [Kallen Kouzuki](Weird. Wasn't I just in the submarine? Where is this place?) [Suzaku Kururugi](Where am I? I should be in Lancelot's cockpit...) [C.C.]... [Lelouch Lamperouge](Kallen and Suzaku? C.C. is here too... Am I dreaming? People who should not meet one another have all gathered here.) [Lelouch&Suzaku&Kallen](What... What in the world happened?!) [C.C.]No more nonsense. Let's get started. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Get started? What are we doing? [C.C.]There's only one thing we can do at this table. [C.C.]Play mahjong. [Suzaku Kururugi]Wait! Can you give me some time to clear things up first? [Kallen Kouzuki]I agree. If I remember correctly, we should be... Suzaku Kururugi and Kallen Kouzuki, who were supposed to be enemies, are now in the same room. To try to make sense of the unbelievable situation they are currently in, they both look around the room to try and recall how they got there. [Suzaku Kururugi](...No. I'm so confused that I can't recall any key information. I remember I should be...) [Suzaku Kururugi](Right, Zero and I just took back the base from the enemy and were about to return to the government hall of the settlement.) [Kallen Kouzuki](If I'm not mistaken... I was in the submarine, watching as Zero helped Suzaku take back the base.) [Kallen Kouzuki](That's what happened, but now I'm in this unknown place wearing the Ashford uniform.) [Kallen Kouzuki](What happened...? I can only explore the situation gradually at this point.) [Kallen Kouzuki]H-Hey, Suzaku, you're a Britannian soldier, right? I think I saw on the news that you had gone to the base. Why are you here? [Suzaku Kururugi]I don't know either. What about you? Why are you here too? [Kallen Kouzuki]I'm not sure either. I was here before I knew it. [Suzaku Kururugi](Kallen doesn't look like she is lying. Then, the others must...) [Suzaku Kururugi](Is it possible that she might know what's happening? This girl once protected Zero, so she might have some relationship with him. I can't ask her this casually right now though.) [Kallen Kouzuki](C.C.... Why is this woman here too...? But I can't talk to her right now.) Suzaku&Kallen [Suzaku&Kallen](Because...) [Lelouch Lamperouge]W-What is it? You two look so nervous. [Suzaku&Kallen](Lelouch is here!) [Suzaku Kururugi](Lelouch doesn't know that Kallen from our class is a member of the Order of the Black Knights. Also, the girl he saved back then might have something to do with Zero...) [Kallen Kouzuki](Lelouch doesn't know that I'm a member of the Order of the Black Knights, or the connection between C.C. and Zero...) [Suzaku Kururugi](Lelouch might be in danger if he learns something he shouldn't know.) [Kallen Kouzuki](I can't let Lelouch who doesn't know anything get involved. In that case...) [Kallen Kouzuki]S-Sorry, I'm still a little confused because I can't figure out where we are. [Suzaku Kururugi]Yeah... me too. Lelouch, do you know what this place is? [Lelouch Lamperouge]I have no idea either. I was out buying something and ended up here somehow. [Lelouch Lamperouge](It looks like Suzaku and Kallen both don't know what's happening. Still, I'm in the same boat too. The last thing I remember before appearing here is that we were returning after taking back the base.) [Lelouch Lamperouge](In other words, the only person who might know what is going on is her.) Lelouch looks at C.C., who is playing with a tile she picked up from the mahjong table. [C.C.]...Well, have you finished talking? It's seldom that we will gather around a mahjong table like this. Let's start playing if you've had enough talking. [Kallen Kouzuki]Huh? [Suzaku Kururugi]Play mahjong? At a time like this when we can't make heads or tails of our situation? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Oh, it's been a while. It's good to see that you're okay. [C.C.]...What is it? Do you want to ask me something? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Do you know where we are? [C.C.]Who knows. [Lelouch Lamperouge]If you don't know where we are, aren't you at least curious about our situation? [C.C.]What's the use of being curious about something you don't know? [Lelouch Lamperouge](Although C.C. won't say anything unless she wants to, she isn't the type of person to lie at a time like this, which means someone other than us brought us here.) [Lelouch Lamperouge](Who could it be? What are they trying to achieve...?) [C.C.]The only thing I'm certain of right now is that we're gathered around a mahjong table. In that case, we might as well play a game of mahjong instead of worrying. [C.C.]You guys over there, isn't that what you're thinking too? C.C. suddenly speaks to a corner of the room. Lelouch and the others turn to look at the same corner where several "beings" who seem out of tune with their world are watching them. [Ichihime]...Nyaa! Wanjirou, can we talk now, nyaa? [Wanjirou]It wasn't a good time to interrupt earlier because the atmosphere was a little tense. It should be okay now, woof. [Kaguyahime]These humans have trespassed the shrine, so why do I have to be so careful around them? [Wanjirou]It's called being a good host, woof. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Are my eyes playing tricks on me? It looks like a dog is talking... [Suzaku Kururugi]You're not wrong. I see it too. [Kallen Kouzuki]What has happened to us? [C.C.]Do you mind if we use this table? [Wanjirou]No one is using it today. Help yourself, woof. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Wait, you're way too calm. The mahjong table clearly shouldn't be the concern right now. [Suzaku Kururugi]Indeed. Um, can you tell me where we are and who you are? [Wanjirou]I'm Wanjirou, woof. [Ichihime]And Ichihime is Ichihime, nyaa! [Kaguyahime]I'm Kaguyahime, the deity of this place. [Kallen Kouzuki]A d-deity...? Does this mean we died somewhere without realizing it? [Ichihime]That's not it, nyaa! [Wanjirou]This is the Mahjong Soul Shrine of One Han City, woof. As for where it is specifically... Let's not worry about the details. You can think of this as a place where everything can be resolved with mahjong, woof. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Everything can be resolved with mahjong...? What do you mean? [Ichihime]It means exactly what it means. Everything is decided by mahjong here. You can have any wish granted if you win, nyaa! [Lelouch Lamperouge]Have any wish granted... Is that for real? [C.C.]Oh? I can have any wish granted if I win a game of mahjong...? Can we return to our world if we win? [Kaguyahime]Hehe, only if you're skilled enough to win. [Kallen Kouzuki]To have any wish granted just by winning a mahjong game... How ridiculous... [Lelouch Lamperouge]No, we can't say that. After all, it's true that we were brought here by some mysterious power. [Suzaku Kururugi]You're right about that. In that case, it's worth trying out what they said. [Kallen Kouzuki]Are you guys serious? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Oh, of course we are. Absurd as it is, assuming that our current situation is the reality, it's better not to be prejudiced by our first impression. We should judge the situation based on what we can see in front of us. [Suzaku Kururugi]I agree with Lelouch's opinion. Since there's a solution to our problem, let's try it first. [Kallen Kouzuki]I'm shocked by how fast you two can adapt to the situation. [Lelouch Lamperouge]No matter what, it's good to take all kinds of situations into consideration. [Lelouch Lamperouge](In the past, an extraordinary power also took me from Shikine Island to Kamine Island. If a system like that exists in the world, anything is possible.) [Lelouch Lamperouge](Besides, I must return to our own world as soon as possible... Nunnally is still waiting for me...) [Kallen Kouzuki]I'll just watch from the side then since you have enough players for a game. [Kaguyahime]In that case, I'll play. You should feel grateful for being able to play a game of mahjong with a deity. [Wanjirou]Have you guys played mahjong before, woof? [Suzaku Kururugi]I've watched my father play it with others, but I'm not very familiar with the rules. [Lelouch Lamperouge]I only know the basic rules but have never actually played it. Wanjirou and Ichihime spread out the mahjong tiles and give a general explanation to Lelouch and the others who are not familiar with the rules. After that, they sit next to the table and watch. [Ichihime]By the way, Wanjirou, which school's uniform are they wearing? I've never seen it before, nyaa. [Wanjirou]I have no idea. There are too many students who come here from unknown places to play mahjong. It's not the first time you've seen this happen, so shouldn't you be used to it by now, woof? Either way, they must have their own reasons for coming here, woof. [Kaguyahime]Come on, let's start. [C.C.]Hehe, it's been a long time since I've played. I'm so excited. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Let's have a good game. [Lelouch Lamperouge](My opponents are Kaguyahime, who calls herself a deity, C.C., and Suzaku. Let's see what tiles I have first). [Ichihime]Let's start then, nyaa! |
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[Kallen Kouzuki]What? This person called Kaguyahime is too good at this...! [Kaguyahime]Hehehe. After several East games, Kaguyahime is still leading the score. [C.C.]As expected of someone who calls herself a deity. You have the strength to match your claim. [Suzaku Kururugi]Urgh... I concede. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Hmm, it looks like the tactics of this game and chess are different. I'm starting to get some idea of what to do, but I still don't get the gist of it quite yet. [Kaguyahime]Hey, black hair—you're called Lelouch, right? You're not bad at mahjong, but brown hair here is terrible. His foundation is too weak. [Suzaku Kururugi]Foundation... huh? Mr. Wanjirou, is it really that difficult to rapidly close the gap with the others in mahjong? [Wanjirou]Of course, woof. But your problem is a weak foundation like Kaguyahime said. Things like tile efficiency, for example, woof. [Suzaku Kururugi]If it's not too much trouble, can you tell me more about this? It'll be too difficult for me to win if I carry on like this. [Wanjirou]I guess I can... Okay, I'll teach you then, woof. [Kallen Kouzuki]Um, mind if I join in too? Can you teach me the basics of mahjong as well? [Ichihime]If that's the case, I'll teach Kallen, nyaa! [Kallen Kouzuki]Thanks, Ichihime. [C.C.]If they are going to work on their foundation, I'll take a break first. [Kaguyahime]I guess you're right as I'm also a little tired from winning so much. It would be great if you can make things more fun for me after the break. [Kaguyahime]You seem to be hiding your true ability, am I right? [C.C.]Heh, who knows? See you later then. [Kaguyahime]Hehehe, this woman won't give anything away. [Lelouch Lamperouge]... [Lelouch Lamperouge]I'll go outside to get some fresh air. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Because Kaguyahime won the game just now, I wasn't able to figure out whether my wish will be granted. [Lelouch Lamperouge]However, it really looks like we aren't in Area 11 anymore. If this isn't the concession area, it's doubtful whether we are still even in the same region. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Despite that, what I've seen, heard, and felt are very real, not at all like a hallucination or dream. In other words, we really were taken to another world. [Lelouch Lamperouge]I should be more shocked, but after my experience at Kamine Island, I don't feel surprised anymore no matter how absurd things seem. [Lelouch Lamperouge]If any part of it is nonsense, it's what Kaguyahime said about having our wish to return to our world granted after winning mahjong games. It sounds simple, but that's precisely why it is difficult. [Lelouch Lamperouge]There's no question that Kaguyahime is strong, and C.C. also seems to have experience that shouldn't be underestimated. I'll need experience and skills to beat them. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Damn, Nunnally is still waiting for me to return home in our world... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Wait a minute, if Kaguyahime is telling the truth, and any wish can be granted, will it be able to create a world in which Nunnally can live peacefully and happily...? [Lelouch Lamperouge]...Hmph, now that's ridiculous. Only I can grant my wishes. That's why I need power. [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's the same in mahjong. I need to rely on my strength, intelligence, and skills to win. Therefore, I... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Hmm? What's that sound? It seems to be coming from over there... Lelouch walks towards where he heard the loud noise and sees a girl in a wheelchair who is stuck because her wheelchair has been jammed by a stone. [Reina Nanami]H-How strange... My wheelchair can't move...? [Reina Nanami]Ichihime—! Mr. Wanjirou—! Is anyone here—? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Hey, just give me a moment. A wheel is stuck in a crack in the stone. I'll lift the wheelchair up for you... Urgh— [Reina Nanami]T-Thank you. I'm so sorry for making you help me. [Lelouch Lamperouge]You're welcome. It was nothing. What are you doing here at this shrine? [Reina Nanami]I promised Ichihime, the priestess of this shrine, to bring her some of the new snacks from my café for her to try out. [Lelouch Lamperouge]I see. She should be in the guest room. I'll take you there. [Reina Nanami]You know Ichihime? [Lelouch Lamperouge]I... I guess I do. We met not too long ago. I'm Lelouch Lamperouge. Nice to meet you. [Reina Nanami]Hi, I'm Reina Nanami. Mr. Lelouch, you must be Ichihime's guest. [Reina Nanami]If you don't mind, would you also like to try the new snacks? You can think of it as a thank-you gift for helping me earlier... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Haha, it really was nothing. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Like you, my little sister can't move her legs, so I'm very aware of how troublesome it is for you when your wheelchair doesn't work properly. [Reina Nanami]I see... Mr. Lelouch, like I thought, you're such a gentle person. [Lelouch Lamperouge]I'm not as good of a person as you think I am... but thank you anyway. [Reina Nanami]...I would still like you to try some of the snacks I brought over. It would be even better if your little sister can join us too. Speaking of it, where is your little sister now? [Reina Nanami]Oh, is the guest Ichihime mentioned... [Lelouch Lamperouge]No, I came from a very distant place. My little sister is still waiting at home for me to return. [Reina Nanami]Ah, I see. You must miss her a lot. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, that's why I must return as soon as possible, but it seems that I won't be able to return home until I win the mahjong game. [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's my first time playing mahjong. I played against someone called Kaguyahime and was no match for her at all. [Reina Nanami]It sounds like Mr. Lelouch is also here to participate in Mahjong Soul Shrine's tournament... This event is held every once in a while here at Mahjong Soul Shrine, and many people who don't seem to be residents of One Han City, just like you, Mr. Lelouch, participate in it every time... [Reina Nanami]If you don't mind, I can teach you. [Lelouch Lamperouge]You? Do you also play mahjong? [Reina Nanami]Yes, almost everyone knows how to play mahjong here in One Han City. I usually play with my classmates or friends. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Friends, huh... That'll be great. Please teach me everything. [Reina Nanami]I will. [C.C.]...As I expected, I really can't connect to C's World. This means, we really are in another world. [C.C.]It seems that winning a mahjong game to get your wish granted isn't that far-fetched. [C.C.]...Hah! What am I looking forward to? Even if there is a power that can grant wishes, it's still impossible for my wish to be granted. [C.C.]To grant my wish means that my curse must be transferred to someone else. The rules of this world shouldn't be able to shake the iron laws of my world. [C.C.]If that's the case, the only thing I can look forward to is returning to my own world and letting Lelouch fulfill our contract. [C.C.]But what if my wish can really be granted... Hmm? Carried by a gentle breeze, something lands right at C.C.'s feet. She bends down to pick it up and realizes it's a tarot card. [Kaavi]That's mine. [C.C.]It's a rather inauspicious reading. After looking at the illustration of the card, C.C. returns the tarot card to the woman who came chasing after it. [Kaavi]Since you picked it up, this is your destiny. [C.C.]Oh? Are you a fortune teller? Then how would you interpret this reading? [Kaavi]...It represents a wish that can't be granted. The fortune teller leaves after making an inauspicious prophecy. [C.C.]"A wish that can't be granted," huh? I'm sick of hearing that, Miss Fortune Teller. [Reina Nanami]When the situation becomes like this, this tile will... [Lelouch Lamperouge]I see, so I can do that? [Reina Nanami]Well? Did you manage to learn anything? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, knowledge really does come from practice. Practicing with you had broadened my mind a lot. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Thank you, Reina. [Reina Nanami]Y-You're welcome. This can be my thank you gift for earlier... It'll be great if this helps you win the mahjong games so you can return home and reunite with your little sister. [Reina Nanami]Oh, and it'll be even better if you can find a cure for your little sister's legs too. [Lelouch Lamperouge]...Yeah. The problem with my little sister's eyes is caused by a psychogenic disease, so there's still a chance to cure them, but I'm afraid there is little hope for her legs. [Reina Nanami]...Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. I don't know much about your little sister's situation, so I made an assumption based on my own situation. [Lelouch Lamperouge]That's alright. So does that mean your feet can still be cured? [Reina Nanami]Actually, my leg injury isn't that serious, and my legs recovered soon after the accident, but for some reason, they can't feel anything, and I haven't been able to walk... I'm sorry, I didn't hide this from you on purpose. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Psychological trauma caused by an accident, huh... Unlike physical injuries, it's more difficult for psychological injuries to heal naturally. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Besides, you haven't fully recovered, so you don't need to feel sorry. [Reina Nanami]But maybe I can walk again if I can be braver. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Everyone will have times when they fail to muster up the courage. I'm the same too. [Reina Nanami]You too? I can't imagine that. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, me too. I lied to my friends and companions. Maybe they would be willing to help me if I told them the truth. [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's just that given the situation back at home, telling the truth may put my little sister in danger—a life-threatening danger. [Reina Nanami]Even your little sister will... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yeah, so I have lied to them all this time. I haven't been able to find the courage to tell them the truth. [Reina Nanami]How could this be... Ah, but if your friends are here too, won't you be able to tell them the truth now? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Eh? [Reina Nanami]After all, this isn't the place where you came from. Even if you tell the truth, maybe... [Lelouch Lamperouge]...Is that so? Maybe you're right. Thank you, Reina. [Reina Nanami]Yeah, I think that there are times when one has to summon up courage. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Courage... The courage to tell the truth, huh? |
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[Reina Nanami]The café should be getting busy around now, so I should go. Please share the rest of the snacks with everyone and let me know what you think about them. [Ichihime]The cake is delicious, nyaa! Thank you, Reina, I'll see you out, nyaa! [Lelouch Lamperouge]Thank you for teaching me so many things. I'll come and have a cup of coffee at your café if I get the chance. [Reina Nanami]Hehe, I'll be waiting. Good luck with the mahjong games, Mr. Lelouch. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yeah, I'll try to muster up some courage. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Let's start then. [Kaguyahime]Heh, something seems different about you, and you seem really motivated. Has your state of mind changed because of something? [Lelouch Lamperouge]I've picked myself up slightly, so I'm no longer the same person as before. [Kaguyahime]Hahaha! Then the four of you can play. Show me the growth you've achieved in this short period of time. [Kallen Kouzuki]Huh? Kaguyahime, aren't you going to play? [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's better for us if she doesn't play. [Suzaku Kururugi]What do you mean? [Lelouch Lamperouge]You'll know once the game starts. [Ichihime]So this game will be played by Lelouch, Suzaku, Kallen, and C.C.? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes. [Suzaku Kururugi]I understand. [Kallen Kouzuki]Okay. [C.C.]Sure. [Ichihime]Good. Let the game begin, nyaa! The game starts after Lelouch, Suzaku, Kallen, and C.C. sit down. [Suzaku Kururugi]Lelouch, what do you mean by saying it's better for us if the four of us play? [Kallen Kouzuki]Isn't it because Kaguyahime is really good at mahjong? Also, we can return to our original world regardless of who wins. [C.C.]I'm not so sure about that. [Kallen Kouzuki]Oh right, you're here too... [Lelouch Lamperouge]No, she... C.C. is just saying that. Her intention is to return to our original world as well. [Suzaku Kururugi]How do you know that, Lelouch? [Kallen Kouzuki]Hold on, you're acting so strangely, Suzaku. You've been grilling Lelouch since a while ago. What's going on? [Suzaku Kururugi]The one who is acting strange is Lelouch. I know because I'm his friend. He's definitely thinking of something. [Suzaku Kururugi]Isn't that right? [Lelouch Lamperouge]...First things first, my wish is to make our world a world in which Nunnally can live peacefully and happily. [Lelouch Lamperouge]I must return to our original world to make this wish come true. [C.C.]... [Kallen Kouzuki]W-Wait! What are you saying? Lelouch, aren't you two Britannians? [Kallen Kouzuki]Even in this world ruled by Britannia, Nunnally can— [Suzaku Kururugi]No, that's not the case, Kallen. It's because Lelouch and Nunnally... [Kallen Kouzuki]What about Lelouch and his sister? [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's because we're part of the royal family. [Kallen Kouzuki]Huh? The r-royal family...? [Suzaku Kururugi]L-Lelouch! That's a secret... [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's okay, Suzaku. My true name is Lelouch vi Britannia, the 11th prince of the Holy Britannian Empire and the 17th in line to the imperial throne. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Naturally, that means Nunnally is also part of the royal family. She was injured during the assassination of my mother, Marianne, resulting in her becoming blind and paralyzing her legs... [Lelouch Lamperouge]However, my father, the Emperor of Britannia, sent me and Nunnally in that state to an island country in the far east as political tools one year before the war started. [Kallen Kouzuki]Before the war seven years ago? That means... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, my father the emperor declared war on the island in the far east where Nunnally and I lived without any regard for our lives. [Lelouch Lamperouge]After that, with the help of the Ashford family, we pretended to die in the war and hid ourselves in the academy. [Kallen Kouzuki]H-How is that possible... So if Britannia finds out that you're still alive... [Lelouch Lamperouge]At best, we'll become political tools. In the worst-case scenario, we'll be killed. Either way, Nunnally and I will not have freedom or peace. [Kallen Kouzuki]So Suzaku, you know about this... [Suzaku Kururugi]Yes, Lelouch and Nunnally were sent to my family seven years ago. [Kallen Kouzuki]I see, so you're old acquaintances... and friends... [Lelouch Lamperouge]That's why my wish is to make our world a world in which Nunnally can live peacefully and happily. I'll do anything to make this happen. [Suzaku Kururugi]You'll do anything... You're going to rebel against Britannia, aren't you? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, which is why I took action against my half-brother. [Kallen Kouzuki]Your half-brother... Clovis?! [Lelouch Lamperouge]I killed Clovis, the enemy general, to declare war against Britannia. [Suzaku Kururugi]You killed Clovis? Doesn't that mean you're... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, I'm Zero. [Kallen Kouzuki]Lelouch is... Zero? [Lelouch Lamperouge]I killed Clovis and founded the Order of the Black Knights as Zero. Everything I've done has been for Nunnally. [Suzaku Kururugi]For Nunnally? Why didn't you tell me? [Lelouch Lamperouge]I told you! I even wanted you to join me, but you rejected me. [Lelouch Lamperouge]You said you wanted to change Britannia into a country worthy of your allegiance from the inside! [Suzaku Kururugi]You mean... that time... But I said that because you were wearing Zero's mask... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Would you help me if I ask you as Lelouch? You, who are imprisoned by the past and blindly obey the rules? [Suzaku Kururugi]I... [Kallen Kouzuki]If Lelouch is Zero, then I can understand what he's doing. It's too slow to bring change from within, and those who are helpless are still being trampled over and killed during this time. [Suzaku Kururugi]But it's still the wrong approach. Fighting violence with violence will only perpetuate more hatred. [Kallen Kouzuki]Do the powerless deserve to die then? Isn't this a rule arbitrarily decided by the perpetrator? [Suzaku Kururugi]It's not like that. There are also people like Princess Euphemia in Britannia. What she longs for is a gentle world where problems are solved by conversation instead of violence. [Suzaku Kururugi]That's also my wish. As long as I can help Princess Euphemia... [Kallen Kouzuki]It's not that I don't understand where you're coming from. What I want is a world free from Britannia's control. [Kallen Kouzuki]A gentle world in which problems can be solved with words and not violence. Suzaku&Kallen [Suzaku&Kallen]Ah... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, all of us actually wish for the same thing. [Lelouch Lamperouge]To create a gentle world... [Kallen Kouzuki]So that's why you confessed about yourself to us... [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, I couldn't be honest with you guys in our original world because I didn't know who I could trust or who would betray me. [Lelouch Lamperouge]But it's different in this world. I want to try to trust you. That's why I told you guys everything. [Lelouch Lamperouge]This game has allowed us to understand what we all want, as well as each other. What we do next is for you guys to decide. [Suzaku Kururugi]Lelouch... [Kallen Kouzuki]We get to decide what happens? [Suzaku Kururugi]Do you even need to ask what we will do? Isn't that right, Kallen? [Kallen Kouzuki]That's right, Suzaku. [C.C.]It looks like the victor has been decided. [Kaguyahime]Well then why are you all still here? [Kallen Kouzuki]Yeah! Lelouch won that game. Why haven't we returned to our original world...? [Wanjirou]This is strange. Mahjong Soul Shrine can grant any wish. The door to send you back to your world should open automatically as long as it grants the wish of any one of you. [Kaguyahime]Hehehe, I wonder why. [Lelouch Lamperouge]You caused this, so stop pretending to be innocent. [Suzaku Kururugi]It's because of Kaguyahime? Why do you say that, Lelouch? [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's very simple. Do you remember who won the first game we played after we arrived in this world? [Kallen Kouzuki]It was naturally Kaguyahime... [Lelouch Lamperouge]If the game we played after that granted my wish, then it should open a door to send us back to our own world as Wanjirou said. [C.C.]That is the rule of this place. [Lelouch Lamperouge]That's right. So why did the door not open under this absolute rule? It's because of the wish Kaguyahime made. [Suzaku Kururugi]The wish Kaguyahime made? So you're saying that she made a wish for us to not be able to return to our own world? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Yes, assuming that it's impossible to go against the rules, then I can only guess that this is what happened. Kaguyahime, am I right? [Kaguyahime]Hehehe, you found out. [Kallen Kouzuki]You found out... You really made such a wish? [Kaguyahime]Yes, you got me interested in you because it looked like it would be fun to find out what you were all hiding. [Ichihime]You stupid rabbit! Look what you've done, nyaa... [Kaguyahime]You're so noisy, midget. I only wished that they would stay in One Han City for a little longer. [Kaguyahime]Lelouch's wish will naturally be granted after this time passes, and the door to their original world will open. Until then, all of you should enjoy your time here. [Kaguyahime]It's getting late, so I'll be off now. [Ichihime]Ah! Wait, nyaa. You stupid rabbit! [Kallen Kouzuki]Ah... Hey, she ran away. [Suzaku Kururugi]But we do have more time to think things over because of her. We can consider the future more carefully. [Kallen Kouzuki]I guess so. Lelouch's honesty made us all realize that we all want a gentle world. [Suzaku Kururugi]If we have a good talk about it, I'm sure we can find a way to make this wish come true. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Suzaku... Kallen... [C.C.]Why don't we eat before we chat? How about ordering some pizza? [Lelouch Lamperouge]Pizza... You just want to try the pizza of this world. [C.C.]Well, you can starve by yourself then. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Fine, my bad. But do you have money to order pizza? Actually, do you even have the money that is spent in this world? [C.C.]I would never make such a stupid mistake. I already borrowed some money from Ichihime. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Haha... You're so... Speaking of which, did you already know that things would turn out like this? [C.C.]Hmm? [Lelouch Lamperouge]It's because you knew that you asked us to play mahjong, isn't that right? [C.C.]You're thinking too much. All I want is to have my own wish granted. [Lelouch Lamperouge]Ah, your wish. Then are you almost ready to tell me your wish? [C.C.]...I'm not sure yet. Let's talk about it after we get back to our world. Maybe I'll want to tell you about it by then. [Lelouch Lamperouge]...Hmph, you're just as impossible to read as ever. [C.C.]That's right. I'm C.C., after all, hehe. |