Trinity Blood (2005) s01e03 Episode Script

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I doze with you in front of the mirror,
with rouge fingertips
This hand unexpectedly showed weakness
and blocked your lips
I made a promise with you that day
And now we can't remember it
Why don't I have wings
to float in the sky,
like the wind, like the clouds?
Why don't I have wings to sink
into the all-enveloping night,
like the stars, like the moon? Ahh
Esther.
Verheyen is in an uproar.
I see
Radcon's death was
just waiting to happen.
You're the Star of Istvan, you know.
Bishop
Esther. This star mark of yours
is a symbol of hope from God!
God gave me this star?
Listen, Esther. God gave you
this star mark.
Please use its sparkle to lead
this grey city of Istvan
to the light of a peaceful spring!
I always thank the Lord that I met you!
OK!
I'm sorry, Bishop!
Someone has to do it
Please watch over me!
My, how forlorn
I heard a Sister would be here to
pick me up, but where could she be?
It sure is gloomy
Is this what the
"Pearl of the Danube" looks like?
I'm told it was a city worthy
of the name prior to Armageddon.
Forget pearl, it's more
like a rock on the roadside.
It's hardly surprising.
This sovereign city of Istvan
is a buffer zone
between the Vatican to the west
and the Empire to the east
A void between the human
and vampire worlds, basically.
If one side intervenes, the balance
between the two will fall apart.
I assume you know
what that would entail?
Yes I am here to find the star
to keep that from happening.
Well, I'll be on standby.
Well, I guess I should
I know! I'll splurge and take a taxi!
Four dinars?
Four dinars, yet again?!
O Lord, why is it always four dinars?!
Get back here!
Mister! Could you get the ball?!
Over here!
Present arms!
You must be tired from your long trip
to the Empire, Your Lordship!
Yes.
Did anything happen while I was away?
Actually Someone shot
and killed Colonel Radcon.
I see.
Your Lordship!
We've caught a suspicious character!
U-umm, as you can see, I'm just
a simple, harmless priest!
Take him away.
- Yes, sir!
- Eh?!
That's so cruel!
A portrait of my wife.
Umm, could you please really believe me?
I'm just a simple priest
My name is Abel Nightroad;
I'm here because I was transferred
to your Church of St. Matthias.
You could verify my identity
with the Vatican, if you'd like.
Knowing that you're a priest
from the Vatican is more than enough.
So, I'd like to explain the rules
for working in this city as a priest.
Rules?
Indeed. Your predecessor lost her life
because she broke the rules.
Now that you're in Istvan, do not forget
that you're under my control
The control of a Methuselah
that your Vatican so greatly abhors.
I consider you all
as equal human beings.
Equal human beings?
My wife said the same thing
Basically, these are the rules, priest.
I despise the church.
But as it serves to control the Terrans,
it must remain functional.
You are my hostages against the Vatican.
Living as hostages,
there's no way to wish for hope,
but the church's existence
gives hope to the Terrans
Do you understand?
Gyula-sama.
What?
An escort from the Church of St. Matthias
is here for Father Nightroad.
We'll be there shortly.
It would seem I've been transferred
to one heck of a place
I'm Sister Esther!
I've come to get Father Nightroad!
Umm, it's nice to meet you,
Sister Esther!
It's nice to meet you,
Father Nightroad. Let us go!
Don't take your eyes off the priest.
Status?
I'm done with the hardware.
I'm checking the software now.
I'll be done shortly.
Good.
About Colonel Radcon
Merely the usual Terran struggling.
It's of no real concern.
What's wrong?
I'm sure you have your own feelings
about it as a Terran,
but don't worry;
I won't bring harm to you.
I can't revive the star
without you, after all.
How did things go at the Empire?
They're as stubborn as ever.
Apparently, they won't support
our rise to action, no matter what.
But I'm sure their tune will change
once they see this thing's power.
Except
Except?
A Vatican priest came today.
They could be aware.
I apologize for having
so very little, Father!
No, no need to apologize!
Nothing tastes bad on an empty stomach!
No, no!
I didn't mean that your cooking
was bad or anything!
I just hadn't eaten since morning
and had no money to buy anything,
so I was famished all day
Oh I'm sorry I was
so late picking you up!
You certainly seem busy
My predecessor?
Bishop Laura Vitez.
Ever since I was little,
she treated me kindly, like a real mother.
Real mother?
I grew up in this church.
I'm told my father entrusted me
to the church when I was just a baby.
To me, this is my home,
and my mother is the bishop.
She was a very kind
and proud believer! But
It can never be forgiven!
Until now, the Vampire of Istvan
the Marquis of Hungaria
has pretended to submit to Vatican rule
while controlling the municipal
assembly as his puppet all the while!
But neglecting the city's situation
would be a great disgrace to us!
Then let us resolve
the situation, Brother.
Yes! The reason I have
gathered you here today
is to ask for your approval
for a resolution.
As earthly agents of God's will,
there is but one thing for us to do!
Combine our military forces!
If we're to mobilize our military,
we first need absolute proof
that the Marquis of Hungaria
wields the city's true power.
We can completely crush Istvan
at any time we wish,
but can we really mobilize
our forces without justification?
Combining them is acceptable.
But our balance with the Empire
only remains because Istvan exists.
We must act cautiously
Is that how you plan
to postpone this issue?!
Sources say the marquis has
also made contact with the Empire!
There is no time to waste!
How disgraceful Even after
all that food I ate earlier
Gyula has made finding Radcon's
killer the city police's top priority.
But their investigation hasn't
reached here, so don't worry.
So Gyula's next?
Are you all set?
Yes. I worked hard all day to be ready!
Alright. We'll do it just like
with Radcon. I'm sure it'll go smoothly.
Esther-san You've
killed someone?
To avenge the bishop!
Please don't stop us, Father!
Who are you?
My name is Dietrich.
Gyula murdered my family
And he understood how I felt
I wouldn't have been able
to kill Radcon without him!
I see
Esther. I think I should kill Gyula.
I can still get close to him!
No! There's no need for you
to get your hands bloody, too!
I'm the one who started this!
Please wait!
Don't do it!
Move, Father!
I said don't!
Father
I know how you two feel!
I know all too well!
I know how it feels to want to get
revenge for a loved one's murder!
But even so, murder isn't right!
Revenge doesn't solve anything!
Instead, let's figure out what
to do for pride and freedom!
I'm certain those who perished
would like that much more!
You're too soft, Father
Fire!
Dietrich!
Don't take it personally.
His Lordship's orders
No!
No! Let go! This isn't right!
No!
L I killed him!
It's all my fault!
Dietrich, I'm sorry! I'm sorry!
Esther Blanchett!
You're under arrest for
the murder of Colonel Radcon!
W-wait a minute! You can't just
Hey, now! Get back!
Esther-san!
Hey!
It's alright, Father. I killed a man.
It's what I deserve.
Even so
But I don't intend to
give up until the very end
Please wait!
Come on, Captain!
If you're going to take Esther-san,
then take me, too!
Father Why?
Why? Well, because
Because I'm on your side.
Ready!
Fire!
No!
Soon, Maria
I know this will not remain forever
However, it's beautiful
Your eyes, hands, and your warm smile
They're my treasure
It's hard to forget
I wish there was a solution
Don't spend your time in confusion
I'll turn back now and spread
My broken wings still strong
enough to cross the ocean with
My broken wings how far
should I go drifting in the wind
Higher and higher in the light
(My broken wings)
Still strong enough
to cross the ocean with
My broken wings how far
should I go drifting in the wind
Across the sky, just keep on flying
(What's falling from the sky
is not rain )
Next time Episode 4:
"The Star of Sorrow (II. Hunters' Banquet)"
Let thine eyes be not diverted.