Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time (2025) s01e03 Episode Script
Contracts and Oaths
Go home.
I'm not sure
how you ended up here but
this place isn't fit
for a child like you.
[breathes shakily]
[wind whooshing]
EPISODE 3
CONTRACTS AND OATHS
I'm the owner
of this trading company.
My name's Mulan.
This man is Mr. Iruma Takumi.
He's currently
in the market for a slave.
Um.
Pleasure to meet you.
Though I should
probably mention
that he's expressed
a great deal of reluctance
regarding the idea
of a slave contract.
Is that true?
Back in the land
where I come from,
contracting people into slavery
wasn't really a thing.
Is that right?
Well, as you've gathered,
the contract binds the slave
to their master's service.
But it does something else too.
-What's that?
-[MULAN] You see,
here in the great
Kingdom of Barcula at least,
the rights of slaves
are protected.
[TAKUMI]
She gave me the rundown
of the slave contracts.
And the basic gist
of it was this
The owner pledges to honor
the slave's basic rights.
Providing food,
clothing and shelter.
It's forbidden for either party
to cause lethal harm
to the other.
The slave's duties are confined
to what's in the contract.
And they're banned from
sharing information of any kind
about their owner with others.
As it turned out,
it was a lot different from
what I imagined it would be.
[MULAN]
Now, allow me to describe
the common types of contracts
and their circumstances.
Those who must become slaves
due to debt
will be contracted
until such a time
as they can repay
their financial obligations.
Meanwhile, criminals may
enter into contracts
as a means to reform
and secure
an honest way of life.
The unfortunate souls
who were prisoners of war,
can accept a contract
-to earn a place to live.
-[chain clinking]
Most common of all
are those who've been captured
by thieves or bandits
and illegally
forced into slavery.
Saddening, isn't it?
I believe the most
preferable outcome
would be for Mr. Takumi
to have a war slave,
seeing as they can't be freed
without
their master's permission.
There any particular reason?
-Uh.
-Mr. Takumi here
is a remarkable producer
with skill and talent
that others can only
hope to mimic in their dreams!
Enough from you.
Your thoughts, Mr. Takumi?
Yes, he's right,
I am a producer.
So, I prefer to focus
on my work as much as possible.
And fulfilling quests
from the adventurer's guild.
Well, it uh, makes it difficult
to handle my daily affairs.
I'm living in a mansion
at the moment.
And I want someone
to help manage it
and handle
all of the housework.
I also have many skills
that should be
kept confidential.
So, I can't promise you
that trouble won't find me.
Also,
I have to gather materials
in rather dangerous places,
I'm sure.
So in addition
to protecting me.
They must know how to fight,
and accompany me
during such harvests.
A house manager
and a skilled fighter as well.
Sounds to me like
you're in need of two slaves.
[knocking on door]
[MARIA] Um.
Sorry to intrude!
[door opens]
[door shuts]
I'm Maria!
Maria was kidnapped by bandits
at a young age
and has no family.
She's been trained in reading,
writing, mathematics,
and general housekeeping.
Maria, this is Mr. Takumi.
He's looking for someone
who can manage a mansion.
That's me!
So, uh,
the first floor has
a living room,
dining room, and kitchen.
The second floor has
four bedrooms and a bathroom.
Do you think
that's too much of a burden?
Uh.
Not at all,
I should be able to handle
that many rooms all by myself!
I'm glad to hear it.
What is it?
Nothing. This is just
hard to understand.
Considering how cute you are,
why hasn't someone
snapped you up by now?
Didyou say I'm cute?
I'm sorry,
that was really inappropriate!
Okay.
Listen
I can only do
general housekeeping!
[TAKUMI] Right.
That's what I want.
I can't do anything else!
Got it.
Really.
Forgive my rudeness.
But I
can't sleep with you!
[Maria moaning]
I can't sleep with you!
I can't sleep with you!
[TAKUMI] What, no!
You've got it all wrong!
I don't want that!
Are you okay with me
just handling housekeeping?
[gasps]
Of course, I am!
Even though
you can't sleep with me?
That's right!
I'm a gentleman!
Well, then
seems like you're in agreement.
So, how about we get
started on that contract?
Great!
As long as Maria agrees.
Yes!
Thank you for having me!
All right, as for the other one
you're looking for.
I'm sorry to say
we don't have
any war slaves at this time.
Excuse me,
but what about Sofia?
I don't remember
asking for your input.
Yes, but
[MULAN] Return to your room
and ready your belongings.
Yes, ma'am.
[door opens]
[door shuts]
[TAKUMI]
So, you have someone?
Yes.
Though she does have problems.
[TAKUMI] Problems?
Now, I'm kinda curious.
We'll contact you
the moment we find someone
-who fits your criteria.
-I would like to meet her,
if it's okay.
Huh?
[TAKUMI]
Maybe this is due to
my Intuition skill?
Something's telling me
I can't take no for an answer.
And there's Maria's expression.
I've gotta meet her.
I have to follow my instincts.
[knocking on door]
[door opens]
[TAKUMI]
Oh.
[gasps]
[MULAN] Sofia was captured
during the war,
about 50 years ago,
between the Kingdom of Triaria
and the Kingdom of Yughur.
Fifty years?
[MULAN] The Kingdom of Yughur
was a nation of elves.
And for many reasons,
she hasn't been able to form
a contract with anyone.
But, why not?
Sofia has a hideous scar
on her left ear.
And her right hand and left leg
have impaired movement.
Although,
that hasn't stopped her
from causing issues.
In addition to all that,
she somehow managed to lose
the use of the elemental magic
and sprite magic
that elves possess.
It's likely
she has a curse placed on her.
You see?
These are all fatal flaws
for a main combatant.
[TAKUMI]
Mulan,
is it possible for me
to speak with her for a bit?
[sighs]
Of course.
Mulan!
You'll be fine,
but don't be rude, you hear me?
[footsteps receding]
Huh!
[door shuts]
-Hi, my name is Takumi.
-Hmm.
Look, Mulan already
told you everything.
So, you should know
I won't be of any use to you.
-[TAKUMI] Please, excuse me.
-[gasps]
Let go, what are you doing?
[TAKUMI]
I'm not a fan of peeking
at others' statuses, but
[gasps]
Holy crap!
She's so freakin' strong!
If I can dispel the curse
and heal her injured limbs,
she'll be unstoppable!
[knocking on door]
[door opens]
[MULAN] Mr. Takumi.
So, what are we thinking?
[TAKUMI]
Yes!
I'll form a contract
with her, too.
But why, didn't you hear
what she said before?
I did,
but that won't be a problem.
I'll fix it.
[gasps]
Mr. Takumi!
Are you suggesting
you can rectify the curse
that has plagued her
for over 50 years?
-I am!
-[exhales]
[TAKUMI]
Almost there.
I'm close to the level I need.
[chuckles]
My! What an interesting
turn of events!
Well, if that's the case,
then I'll happily leave
Sofia in your capable hands!
-Mulan, no!
-Uh?
Sorry, I don't want you to feel
forced to form a contract.
Especially, if you despise me.
Hmm.
[SOFIA]
Please.
The wishes of a slave
are of no consequence.
[Takumi chuckles softly]
[paper rustles]
You're all set.
The paperwork has been
fully executed.
[door opens]
[MARIA] [pants]
Pardon me, but,
I want to express my gratitude!
Huh?
[MARIA]
I'm so happy Sofia
will be coming along with me.
Thank you!
[MULAN]
Now, the final step.
The casting of a magic spell
that will affirm the contract.
All parties are now bound
and must honor
and uphold the agreement.
♪
♪
The ceremony is complete.
Thank you, Master.
I'll work hard
so that you'll keep me
for many long years.
No, it's fine!
-[Takumi chuckles softly]
-Thank you, Master.
I'll make sure I do the same.
Well, um,
thank you both for joining me.
But really,
it's okay.
You don't have to be
so polite, you know.
Oh, uh, right!
-Got it. Sorry about that.
-[MULAN] Looks like
you two
have found a good master.
Good luck,
both of you.
[TAKUMI]
Finally home
[gasps]
[MAPLE] Yay!
Master's home!
-[Takumi groans]
-Master, you okay?
[SOFIA] Stand back!
I'll deal with this monster!
[TAKUMI] Wait! Stand down!
It's not a monster!
She's my pet, Maple!
Maple,
they'll be living with us now.
This is Sofia and Maria.
[MAPLE]
Living with us?
So, you have a Killer Spider
as a pet?
♪
This room is available,
if you'd like.
[MARIA]
It's a nice room.
[TAKUMI]
Maria, take the one next door.
What? You mean
we get to have our own rooms?
Mm-hmm.
We couldn't!
That's far too much!
[TAKUMI]
No, really.
This mansion has so many rooms,
it'd be nice
if they got some more use!
We're also lucky enough
to have a large bath!
Once you're done unpacking,
you can use it
whenever you like!
We can use the bath?
Then you should
go bathe first, Master.
Mm, I haven't really considered
when I wanted
to take one just yet.
Plus, I've equipped it
with a magical device
that constantly keeps it clean,
so please don't worry.
No matter who goes first,
it stays fresh.
Hmm.
[MARIA] Oh, yeah!
This is so nice!
You're so lucky.
If I'm being perfectly honest,
I didn't think Madame Mulan
would ever let you leave.
In 50 years,
she hasn't contracted you
out until now,
no matter how much money
she was offered.
ButMulan must have seen
something in this master.
[chuckles]
I'm glad,
he seems like a kind person!
Hm?
Do you not think so?
It's hard to know
who he really is.
I caught a glance
at the contract Mulan prepared.
[SOFIA] Most of our master's
history records
were left blank,
down to his birthplace
and lineage.
[MARIA]
They were blank?
[SOFIA] If he's unwilling
to divulge those details,
either
there's a special exception,
or that information
is compromising.
♪
[SOFIA]
What is our master up to?
[insects chirping]
♪
What?
Is that
Yeah!
It's dinner!
[whimpering]
Maria?
What's wrong?
[MARIA] [whimpering]
This
This was supposed to be my job!
And yet, here it is!
Already prepared
and ready to eat!
Now I'm just as useful
as a toilet in an apron!
No!
Less useful than that, even!
[water trickles]
Look, I was just trying to make
your first day easy, here!
You can take care of dinner
and more starting tomorrow.
'Kay?
Please let me start
with the cleanup
after we're done eating,
I'm begging you!
Yes, you got a deal!
For now, let's eat!
You're allowing us
to sit at the table
with you for meals?
That isn't usually done.
It doesn't matter.
I don't want us to do
everything separate
just because you're serving me.
I understand
you might be hesitant,
but I'd be happy
if we ate together.
I see.
If that's how
you truly feel, Master.
Speaking of tradition,
I'm not really
used to being called "Master,"
so can you just
use my name, please?
Is that an official order, sir?
Oh, no, it's not a major decree
or anything like that.
It's just a request!
Mister Takumi, it is!
Yeah!
Now, let's eat dinner!
[MARIA] Right!
Thank you, sir!
[SOFIA]
Hm.
PAPEK TRADING COMPANY
[PAPEK] Here are the items
you requested.
They're packed and ready!
I've done my best
to wrap them securely,
but still, please handle them
with care on your way home.
I understand.
Thank you very much!
[birds chirping]
[indistinct chatter]
Hm?
Uh. Wait a minute.
Is that a church?
[door opens]
I never noticed it
before today.
♪
[TAKUMI]
Lady Nolyn.
Thank you so much.
Your blessings have saved me!
I've got a question, though.
From what I've heard,
the Holy Empire of Sidonia
controls
the religious doctrine
in this country.
So why'd you badmouth Sidonia
and call it "problematic?"
-[NOLYN] Because they don't
worship me. -Huh?!
Hello there!
Been a while!
Lady Nolyn?
[whimpering]
How the heck?
You prayed to me,
so I answered nice and quick!
[TAKUMI]
How about that?
Now, I'll answer your question
nice and quick, too.
I have nothing
to do with Sidonia
and their Church
of Divine Light.
[gasps]
[TAKUMI] According to her
nice and quick explanation,
there are two religions
in this world
the Church of Creation,
and the Church of Divine Light.
-[bell tolls]
-The Church of Creation
has worshiped Lady Nolyn
from its inception.
The Church of Divine Light
was created later,
along with its God
that doesn't exist.
After its founding,
the Holy Empire of Sidonia
used forceful means
to rapidly spread the influence
of the Church of Divine Light.
They outwardly opposed
the Church of Creation,
but Lady Nolyn felt that
the Sidonian Empire's crusade
was a petty human affair,
and she refused to interfere.
So.
Sidonia was able to activate
their otherworlder
summoning spell
without intervention,
which was how my soul
was accidentally
dragged into this world, right?
Hey, come on!
I gave you my super blessing,
didn't I?
But it's time you know.
While there is a part
of my blessing
that will last forever.
There is another part
that will fade away.
The one that helped you grow,
and meet people with ease
before your world
began to expand.
Huh?
In other words.
It seems
your beginner's tutorial
has nearly run its course.
You'll find yourself
hitting walls
where they didn't exist,
and you might
start encountering
those with ill intentions,
people who would hurt you.
[TAKUMI]
Ah, yep.
Everything did feel
too perfect,
what with all the nice people
I've met and places I've been.
I guess
it was all thanks to her.
♪
Everything is up to you now.
Your destiny.
[TAKUMI] Sounds like
the ball's in my court.
Whatever happens
is based on my decisions.
Better focus up.
[exhales]
THE HOLY EMPIRE OF SIDONIA,
ONE YEAR LATER
[thunder rumbling]
What have you got?
How do the heroes
we've summoned fare?
[MUSUDAN] Only time will tell,
it would seem.
The three are currently
training with Sir Homer
and Sir Packard.
[WALBARR]
It was quite an undertaking
to summon these heroes.
To make it worth our while,
we'll need to see progress.
After they were summoned here.
They were hesitant,
rather confused, and defensive.
But after meeting
Lady Elizabeth,
their devotion to
the Empire's cause is strong.
Hmm.
[screams]
Go harder, Sir Akira!
That's simply not enough!
[Packard grunts]
Sir Yamato!
If you fight like that,
you won't last long in battle!
[scoffs] You can do
better than that, son.
[grunts]
[JUDGE]
Match Point!
♪
[MALE VOICE 1]
Our favorite to win,
Yamato
just lost to a first-year.
[MALE VOICE 2]
Oh, yeah, he's finished.
[echoing]
[growls]
I'll show you.
I'm not done yet!
[PACKARD]
That's the zeal of a real hero!
[HOMER]
Now, your turn, Lady Akane.
[AKANE] I'll pass.
I don't really like violence.
[ELIZABETH]
This is not violence for sport.
[footsteps approaching]
It's what must be done
to save our world.
[AKIRA]
Don't worry, Akane.
'Cause no matter what,
I will protect you!
You have a reliable
ally in him.
[AKANE]
She's dangerous.
I don't trust her.
-[door opens]
-[TAKUMI] Guess who's home
[thuds]
[MAPLE]
Welcome home, Master!
[MARIA]
Mister Takumi!
Are-are you okay?
Yeah.
I'm just great.
[chuckles]
Into Item Box!
[gasps]
So, uh. I'm gonna hole up
in the workshop for a bit.
Don't wait, you three
have dinner without me!
-[MARIA] Understood, sir.
-I know what I just saw.
[SOFIA]
Magical wrapping paper.
What is Master hiding?
[birds chirping]
[whimpering]
-[door creaks open]
-[TAKUMI] Oh, man,
this is super gnarly.
[chuckles]
Gotta keep it going.
[clanking]
[groans]
[screams]
My freakin' arm!
Heal and Cure!
It hurts so much!
This is crazy, I know.
But hey, I can't stop now!
I've gotta level up my skill!
What Maria did
was so messed up.
-[door opens]
-Uh?
-[Sofia pants]
-Sofia?
[screams]
Leave Maria alone!
What's your plan?
Huh? Tell me!
Ifif anything
happens to her, I
I won't let
I'll
[TAKUMI]
Sofia?
Uh?
CONDITION: EXTREME EXHAUSTION
WOUNDED LEFT HAND (LIGHT WOUND)
[TAKUMI]
Extreme exhaustion?
For now.
I should at least
treat her left hand.
♪
It's just a minor wound,
but it's resistant to my spell!
I wonder, is this
because of the curse she's got?
♪
[breathes steadily]
I managed to heal it.
SKILL LIGHT MAGIC HAS LEVELED UP
Uh?
Heck, yeah!
Has she suffered from
extreme exhaustion before?
[MARIA] Yes.
For as long as I can remember,
sudden movements
or general excitement
have caused her
to become faint.
[TAKUMI]
If I had to guess,
it's a symptom of the curse
that's inflicted on her.
Now, Dispel.
♪
Go, Extra Heal.
♪
[whimpering]
♪
Well, she should be back
to her normal status
from before she was cursed.
[insects chirping]
[breathes shakily]
Sofia!
How do you feel?
Does anything hurt like before?
No.
Wait.
My body feels lighter.
Oh!
Thank goodness!
Hey, Maria.
What am I doing here?
Mister Takumi carried you
up to your bed!
Maria, run!
That man isn't
who you think he is,
not after what I saw.
Right? I couldn't imagine
serving anyone else,
he's a great person!
[SOFIA] What did you say?
Has he seduced you?
You don't feel it, huh?
Take a look.
[gasps]
[SOFIA]
It can't be!
[heart beating]
[SOFIA]
My magic, it's back?
Your curse is gone,
you're cured!
I'm truly happy for you!
[SOFIA]
I'm cured?
[insects chirping]
[TAKUMI] Hey! You okay
to be up and moving yet?
I've been cured.
Maria said
it was thanks to you.
Uh, yeah.
Please, let me explain.
I told her what was happening
in the workshop.
That in order
to dispel her curse
I needed to level
my light magic skill.
How the fluid in that bottle
was a compound
from the extracts of highly
poisonous Nenum herbs,
which I ordered from Papek.
And that, to level up fast,
I would cut myself
with the poisoned blade,
then Heal myself.
Ultimately, she was the reason
I was able to use Extra Heal.
After I cured
her extreme exhaustion,
that leveled me up
enough to use it.
What did you mean when you said
Maria "messed up?"
Oh!
Yeah, she thought
some of the medicinal herbs
I had organized were trash
and threw them all out.
For me,
you acted so recklessly.
Remember what I said?
I told you I'd take care of it.
♪
[gasps]
[gasps]
[whimpering]
[gasps]
Uh
Oh, no, please forgive me!
I was just trying to help!
Oh.
Hey, Sofia.
Today.
I, Sofia Sylphid
pledge myself,
for the rest of my life,
to my Master, Iruma Takumi.
[Takumi chuckles softly]
Once again,
thank you.
[SOFIA]
Yes, it's my pleasure.
♪
[NOLYN]
Good, good.
♪
[NOLYN]
And roughly one year later,
in the land of Mildgard
I'm not sure
how you ended up here but
this place isn't fit
for a child like you.
[breathes shakily]
[wind whooshing]
EPISODE 3
CONTRACTS AND OATHS
I'm the owner
of this trading company.
My name's Mulan.
This man is Mr. Iruma Takumi.
He's currently
in the market for a slave.
Um.
Pleasure to meet you.
Though I should
probably mention
that he's expressed
a great deal of reluctance
regarding the idea
of a slave contract.
Is that true?
Back in the land
where I come from,
contracting people into slavery
wasn't really a thing.
Is that right?
Well, as you've gathered,
the contract binds the slave
to their master's service.
But it does something else too.
-What's that?
-[MULAN] You see,
here in the great
Kingdom of Barcula at least,
the rights of slaves
are protected.
[TAKUMI]
She gave me the rundown
of the slave contracts.
And the basic gist
of it was this
The owner pledges to honor
the slave's basic rights.
Providing food,
clothing and shelter.
It's forbidden for either party
to cause lethal harm
to the other.
The slave's duties are confined
to what's in the contract.
And they're banned from
sharing information of any kind
about their owner with others.
As it turned out,
it was a lot different from
what I imagined it would be.
[MULAN]
Now, allow me to describe
the common types of contracts
and their circumstances.
Those who must become slaves
due to debt
will be contracted
until such a time
as they can repay
their financial obligations.
Meanwhile, criminals may
enter into contracts
as a means to reform
and secure
an honest way of life.
The unfortunate souls
who were prisoners of war,
can accept a contract
-to earn a place to live.
-[chain clinking]
Most common of all
are those who've been captured
by thieves or bandits
and illegally
forced into slavery.
Saddening, isn't it?
I believe the most
preferable outcome
would be for Mr. Takumi
to have a war slave,
seeing as they can't be freed
without
their master's permission.
There any particular reason?
-Uh.
-Mr. Takumi here
is a remarkable producer
with skill and talent
that others can only
hope to mimic in their dreams!
Enough from you.
Your thoughts, Mr. Takumi?
Yes, he's right,
I am a producer.
So, I prefer to focus
on my work as much as possible.
And fulfilling quests
from the adventurer's guild.
Well, it uh, makes it difficult
to handle my daily affairs.
I'm living in a mansion
at the moment.
And I want someone
to help manage it
and handle
all of the housework.
I also have many skills
that should be
kept confidential.
So, I can't promise you
that trouble won't find me.
Also,
I have to gather materials
in rather dangerous places,
I'm sure.
So in addition
to protecting me.
They must know how to fight,
and accompany me
during such harvests.
A house manager
and a skilled fighter as well.
Sounds to me like
you're in need of two slaves.
[knocking on door]
[MARIA] Um.
Sorry to intrude!
[door opens]
[door shuts]
I'm Maria!
Maria was kidnapped by bandits
at a young age
and has no family.
She's been trained in reading,
writing, mathematics,
and general housekeeping.
Maria, this is Mr. Takumi.
He's looking for someone
who can manage a mansion.
That's me!
So, uh,
the first floor has
a living room,
dining room, and kitchen.
The second floor has
four bedrooms and a bathroom.
Do you think
that's too much of a burden?
Uh.
Not at all,
I should be able to handle
that many rooms all by myself!
I'm glad to hear it.
What is it?
Nothing. This is just
hard to understand.
Considering how cute you are,
why hasn't someone
snapped you up by now?
Didyou say I'm cute?
I'm sorry,
that was really inappropriate!
Okay.
Listen
I can only do
general housekeeping!
[TAKUMI] Right.
That's what I want.
I can't do anything else!
Got it.
Really.
Forgive my rudeness.
But I
can't sleep with you!
[Maria moaning]
I can't sleep with you!
I can't sleep with you!
[TAKUMI] What, no!
You've got it all wrong!
I don't want that!
Are you okay with me
just handling housekeeping?
[gasps]
Of course, I am!
Even though
you can't sleep with me?
That's right!
I'm a gentleman!
Well, then
seems like you're in agreement.
So, how about we get
started on that contract?
Great!
As long as Maria agrees.
Yes!
Thank you for having me!
All right, as for the other one
you're looking for.
I'm sorry to say
we don't have
any war slaves at this time.
Excuse me,
but what about Sofia?
I don't remember
asking for your input.
Yes, but
[MULAN] Return to your room
and ready your belongings.
Yes, ma'am.
[door opens]
[door shuts]
[TAKUMI]
So, you have someone?
Yes.
Though she does have problems.
[TAKUMI] Problems?
Now, I'm kinda curious.
We'll contact you
the moment we find someone
-who fits your criteria.
-I would like to meet her,
if it's okay.
Huh?
[TAKUMI]
Maybe this is due to
my Intuition skill?
Something's telling me
I can't take no for an answer.
And there's Maria's expression.
I've gotta meet her.
I have to follow my instincts.
[knocking on door]
[door opens]
[TAKUMI]
Oh.
[gasps]
[MULAN] Sofia was captured
during the war,
about 50 years ago,
between the Kingdom of Triaria
and the Kingdom of Yughur.
Fifty years?
[MULAN] The Kingdom of Yughur
was a nation of elves.
And for many reasons,
she hasn't been able to form
a contract with anyone.
But, why not?
Sofia has a hideous scar
on her left ear.
And her right hand and left leg
have impaired movement.
Although,
that hasn't stopped her
from causing issues.
In addition to all that,
she somehow managed to lose
the use of the elemental magic
and sprite magic
that elves possess.
It's likely
she has a curse placed on her.
You see?
These are all fatal flaws
for a main combatant.
[TAKUMI]
Mulan,
is it possible for me
to speak with her for a bit?
[sighs]
Of course.
Mulan!
You'll be fine,
but don't be rude, you hear me?
[footsteps receding]
Huh!
[door shuts]
-Hi, my name is Takumi.
-Hmm.
Look, Mulan already
told you everything.
So, you should know
I won't be of any use to you.
-[TAKUMI] Please, excuse me.
-[gasps]
Let go, what are you doing?
[TAKUMI]
I'm not a fan of peeking
at others' statuses, but
[gasps]
Holy crap!
She's so freakin' strong!
If I can dispel the curse
and heal her injured limbs,
she'll be unstoppable!
[knocking on door]
[door opens]
[MULAN] Mr. Takumi.
So, what are we thinking?
[TAKUMI]
Yes!
I'll form a contract
with her, too.
But why, didn't you hear
what she said before?
I did,
but that won't be a problem.
I'll fix it.
[gasps]
Mr. Takumi!
Are you suggesting
you can rectify the curse
that has plagued her
for over 50 years?
-I am!
-[exhales]
[TAKUMI]
Almost there.
I'm close to the level I need.
[chuckles]
My! What an interesting
turn of events!
Well, if that's the case,
then I'll happily leave
Sofia in your capable hands!
-Mulan, no!
-Uh?
Sorry, I don't want you to feel
forced to form a contract.
Especially, if you despise me.
Hmm.
[SOFIA]
Please.
The wishes of a slave
are of no consequence.
[Takumi chuckles softly]
[paper rustles]
You're all set.
The paperwork has been
fully executed.
[door opens]
[MARIA] [pants]
Pardon me, but,
I want to express my gratitude!
Huh?
[MARIA]
I'm so happy Sofia
will be coming along with me.
Thank you!
[MULAN]
Now, the final step.
The casting of a magic spell
that will affirm the contract.
All parties are now bound
and must honor
and uphold the agreement.
♪
♪
The ceremony is complete.
Thank you, Master.
I'll work hard
so that you'll keep me
for many long years.
No, it's fine!
-[Takumi chuckles softly]
-Thank you, Master.
I'll make sure I do the same.
Well, um,
thank you both for joining me.
But really,
it's okay.
You don't have to be
so polite, you know.
Oh, uh, right!
-Got it. Sorry about that.
-[MULAN] Looks like
you two
have found a good master.
Good luck,
both of you.
[TAKUMI]
Finally home
[gasps]
[MAPLE] Yay!
Master's home!
-[Takumi groans]
-Master, you okay?
[SOFIA] Stand back!
I'll deal with this monster!
[TAKUMI] Wait! Stand down!
It's not a monster!
She's my pet, Maple!
Maple,
they'll be living with us now.
This is Sofia and Maria.
[MAPLE]
Living with us?
So, you have a Killer Spider
as a pet?
♪
This room is available,
if you'd like.
[MARIA]
It's a nice room.
[TAKUMI]
Maria, take the one next door.
What? You mean
we get to have our own rooms?
Mm-hmm.
We couldn't!
That's far too much!
[TAKUMI]
No, really.
This mansion has so many rooms,
it'd be nice
if they got some more use!
We're also lucky enough
to have a large bath!
Once you're done unpacking,
you can use it
whenever you like!
We can use the bath?
Then you should
go bathe first, Master.
Mm, I haven't really considered
when I wanted
to take one just yet.
Plus, I've equipped it
with a magical device
that constantly keeps it clean,
so please don't worry.
No matter who goes first,
it stays fresh.
Hmm.
[MARIA] Oh, yeah!
This is so nice!
You're so lucky.
If I'm being perfectly honest,
I didn't think Madame Mulan
would ever let you leave.
In 50 years,
she hasn't contracted you
out until now,
no matter how much money
she was offered.
ButMulan must have seen
something in this master.
[chuckles]
I'm glad,
he seems like a kind person!
Hm?
Do you not think so?
It's hard to know
who he really is.
I caught a glance
at the contract Mulan prepared.
[SOFIA] Most of our master's
history records
were left blank,
down to his birthplace
and lineage.
[MARIA]
They were blank?
[SOFIA] If he's unwilling
to divulge those details,
either
there's a special exception,
or that information
is compromising.
♪
[SOFIA]
What is our master up to?
[insects chirping]
♪
What?
Is that
Yeah!
It's dinner!
[whimpering]
Maria?
What's wrong?
[MARIA] [whimpering]
This
This was supposed to be my job!
And yet, here it is!
Already prepared
and ready to eat!
Now I'm just as useful
as a toilet in an apron!
No!
Less useful than that, even!
[water trickles]
Look, I was just trying to make
your first day easy, here!
You can take care of dinner
and more starting tomorrow.
'Kay?
Please let me start
with the cleanup
after we're done eating,
I'm begging you!
Yes, you got a deal!
For now, let's eat!
You're allowing us
to sit at the table
with you for meals?
That isn't usually done.
It doesn't matter.
I don't want us to do
everything separate
just because you're serving me.
I understand
you might be hesitant,
but I'd be happy
if we ate together.
I see.
If that's how
you truly feel, Master.
Speaking of tradition,
I'm not really
used to being called "Master,"
so can you just
use my name, please?
Is that an official order, sir?
Oh, no, it's not a major decree
or anything like that.
It's just a request!
Mister Takumi, it is!
Yeah!
Now, let's eat dinner!
[MARIA] Right!
Thank you, sir!
[SOFIA]
Hm.
PAPEK TRADING COMPANY
[PAPEK] Here are the items
you requested.
They're packed and ready!
I've done my best
to wrap them securely,
but still, please handle them
with care on your way home.
I understand.
Thank you very much!
[birds chirping]
[indistinct chatter]
Hm?
Uh. Wait a minute.
Is that a church?
[door opens]
I never noticed it
before today.
♪
[TAKUMI]
Lady Nolyn.
Thank you so much.
Your blessings have saved me!
I've got a question, though.
From what I've heard,
the Holy Empire of Sidonia
controls
the religious doctrine
in this country.
So why'd you badmouth Sidonia
and call it "problematic?"
-[NOLYN] Because they don't
worship me. -Huh?!
Hello there!
Been a while!
Lady Nolyn?
[whimpering]
How the heck?
You prayed to me,
so I answered nice and quick!
[TAKUMI]
How about that?
Now, I'll answer your question
nice and quick, too.
I have nothing
to do with Sidonia
and their Church
of Divine Light.
[gasps]
[TAKUMI] According to her
nice and quick explanation,
there are two religions
in this world
the Church of Creation,
and the Church of Divine Light.
-[bell tolls]
-The Church of Creation
has worshiped Lady Nolyn
from its inception.
The Church of Divine Light
was created later,
along with its God
that doesn't exist.
After its founding,
the Holy Empire of Sidonia
used forceful means
to rapidly spread the influence
of the Church of Divine Light.
They outwardly opposed
the Church of Creation,
but Lady Nolyn felt that
the Sidonian Empire's crusade
was a petty human affair,
and she refused to interfere.
So.
Sidonia was able to activate
their otherworlder
summoning spell
without intervention,
which was how my soul
was accidentally
dragged into this world, right?
Hey, come on!
I gave you my super blessing,
didn't I?
But it's time you know.
While there is a part
of my blessing
that will last forever.
There is another part
that will fade away.
The one that helped you grow,
and meet people with ease
before your world
began to expand.
Huh?
In other words.
It seems
your beginner's tutorial
has nearly run its course.
You'll find yourself
hitting walls
where they didn't exist,
and you might
start encountering
those with ill intentions,
people who would hurt you.
[TAKUMI]
Ah, yep.
Everything did feel
too perfect,
what with all the nice people
I've met and places I've been.
I guess
it was all thanks to her.
♪
Everything is up to you now.
Your destiny.
[TAKUMI] Sounds like
the ball's in my court.
Whatever happens
is based on my decisions.
Better focus up.
[exhales]
THE HOLY EMPIRE OF SIDONIA,
ONE YEAR LATER
[thunder rumbling]
What have you got?
How do the heroes
we've summoned fare?
[MUSUDAN] Only time will tell,
it would seem.
The three are currently
training with Sir Homer
and Sir Packard.
[WALBARR]
It was quite an undertaking
to summon these heroes.
To make it worth our while,
we'll need to see progress.
After they were summoned here.
They were hesitant,
rather confused, and defensive.
But after meeting
Lady Elizabeth,
their devotion to
the Empire's cause is strong.
Hmm.
[screams]
Go harder, Sir Akira!
That's simply not enough!
[Packard grunts]
Sir Yamato!
If you fight like that,
you won't last long in battle!
[scoffs] You can do
better than that, son.
[grunts]
[JUDGE]
Match Point!
♪
[MALE VOICE 1]
Our favorite to win,
Yamato
just lost to a first-year.
[MALE VOICE 2]
Oh, yeah, he's finished.
[echoing]
[growls]
I'll show you.
I'm not done yet!
[PACKARD]
That's the zeal of a real hero!
[HOMER]
Now, your turn, Lady Akane.
[AKANE] I'll pass.
I don't really like violence.
[ELIZABETH]
This is not violence for sport.
[footsteps approaching]
It's what must be done
to save our world.
[AKIRA]
Don't worry, Akane.
'Cause no matter what,
I will protect you!
You have a reliable
ally in him.
[AKANE]
She's dangerous.
I don't trust her.
-[door opens]
-[TAKUMI] Guess who's home
[thuds]
[MAPLE]
Welcome home, Master!
[MARIA]
Mister Takumi!
Are-are you okay?
Yeah.
I'm just great.
[chuckles]
Into Item Box!
[gasps]
So, uh. I'm gonna hole up
in the workshop for a bit.
Don't wait, you three
have dinner without me!
-[MARIA] Understood, sir.
-I know what I just saw.
[SOFIA]
Magical wrapping paper.
What is Master hiding?
[birds chirping]
[whimpering]
-[door creaks open]
-[TAKUMI] Oh, man,
this is super gnarly.
[chuckles]
Gotta keep it going.
[clanking]
[groans]
[screams]
My freakin' arm!
Heal and Cure!
It hurts so much!
This is crazy, I know.
But hey, I can't stop now!
I've gotta level up my skill!
What Maria did
was so messed up.
-[door opens]
-Uh?
-[Sofia pants]
-Sofia?
[screams]
Leave Maria alone!
What's your plan?
Huh? Tell me!
Ifif anything
happens to her, I
I won't let
I'll
[TAKUMI]
Sofia?
Uh?
CONDITION: EXTREME EXHAUSTION
WOUNDED LEFT HAND (LIGHT WOUND)
[TAKUMI]
Extreme exhaustion?
For now.
I should at least
treat her left hand.
♪
It's just a minor wound,
but it's resistant to my spell!
I wonder, is this
because of the curse she's got?
♪
[breathes steadily]
I managed to heal it.
SKILL LIGHT MAGIC HAS LEVELED UP
Uh?
Heck, yeah!
Has she suffered from
extreme exhaustion before?
[MARIA] Yes.
For as long as I can remember,
sudden movements
or general excitement
have caused her
to become faint.
[TAKUMI]
If I had to guess,
it's a symptom of the curse
that's inflicted on her.
Now, Dispel.
♪
Go, Extra Heal.
♪
[whimpering]
♪
Well, she should be back
to her normal status
from before she was cursed.
[insects chirping]
[breathes shakily]
Sofia!
How do you feel?
Does anything hurt like before?
No.
Wait.
My body feels lighter.
Oh!
Thank goodness!
Hey, Maria.
What am I doing here?
Mister Takumi carried you
up to your bed!
Maria, run!
That man isn't
who you think he is,
not after what I saw.
Right? I couldn't imagine
serving anyone else,
he's a great person!
[SOFIA] What did you say?
Has he seduced you?
You don't feel it, huh?
Take a look.
[gasps]
[SOFIA]
It can't be!
[heart beating]
[SOFIA]
My magic, it's back?
Your curse is gone,
you're cured!
I'm truly happy for you!
[SOFIA]
I'm cured?
[insects chirping]
[TAKUMI] Hey! You okay
to be up and moving yet?
I've been cured.
Maria said
it was thanks to you.
Uh, yeah.
Please, let me explain.
I told her what was happening
in the workshop.
That in order
to dispel her curse
I needed to level
my light magic skill.
How the fluid in that bottle
was a compound
from the extracts of highly
poisonous Nenum herbs,
which I ordered from Papek.
And that, to level up fast,
I would cut myself
with the poisoned blade,
then Heal myself.
Ultimately, she was the reason
I was able to use Extra Heal.
After I cured
her extreme exhaustion,
that leveled me up
enough to use it.
What did you mean when you said
Maria "messed up?"
Oh!
Yeah, she thought
some of the medicinal herbs
I had organized were trash
and threw them all out.
For me,
you acted so recklessly.
Remember what I said?
I told you I'd take care of it.
♪
[gasps]
[gasps]
[whimpering]
[gasps]
Uh
Oh, no, please forgive me!
I was just trying to help!
Oh.
Hey, Sofia.
Today.
I, Sofia Sylphid
pledge myself,
for the rest of my life,
to my Master, Iruma Takumi.
[Takumi chuckles softly]
Once again,
thank you.
[SOFIA]
Yes, it's my pleasure.
♪
[NOLYN]
Good, good.
♪
[NOLYN]
And roughly one year later,
in the land of Mildgard