Nina the Starry Bride (2024) s01e11 Episode Script

[both grunt]
Did you forget?
I said touch her again
and die.
[NINA]
No!
[KING NOA]
Halt! Stand down!
A prince entering the arena
and an unsanctioned
private duel?
Such acts are forbidden!
Your wing is disqualified
and you are under house arrest
for one month.
[SPECTATOR 1]
But someone had to stop
that monster's killing spree.
[NINA]
Az.
Uh
[NINA]
Sett!
-[SETT] Nina.
-Let him go.
Huh.
Fascinating.
[SHIGAN]
There is no need for concern.
Although
the prince is confined,
he has every comfort.
[NINA] But he's not allowed
to see anyone, right?
It's not fair!
I would have died
if not for him!
[SHIGAN]
We must abide the king's order.
Hmm.
You're not having thoughts
of sneaking in there,
I presume?
[NINA]
How did she know?
[HIKAMI]
And appealing to the king
would only make matters worse.
[footsteps approaching]
[NINA]
But it's all my fault
that Sett is being
punished so harshly.
And I caused trouble
for Az, too.
No matter how hard I try,
I just make things worse for
Hey!
Get off!
Oh, dear!
Princess Alisha!
Someone from the Purple Wing
wishes to see you!
Hello, Prince Bidoh.
What are you doing here?
The festival beckons you.
Let us visit the city today!
[NINA]
Very suspicious.
I'll pass.
Thanks for the thought.
You can go now.
Adorable!
Your guard is up.
I swear not to try anything.
[BIDOH] Don't you want to see
the Galgadan capital?
-[whimpering]
-[NINA] Wellkind of.
[BIDOH]
Then off we go!
-[NINA] Hey, wait!
-[BIDOH] [chuckles] Come along.
[NINA]
Unhand me!
[NINA]
Az?
I invited them, too,
if that's all right.
[NINA] What kind of game
are you playing,
lecherous prince?
[indistinct chatter]
Ah!
How does it compare to Fortna?
It's gorgeous and so grand.
You can tell it's prosperous.
All of the citizens
of Galgada are wealthy.
[NINA] Why do they want
Fortna so badly
when they already have so much?
[ENSLAVER 1]
Prices start at 100!
[NINA]
Slavers?
They should be
ashamed of themselves!
Does Fortna not have slaves?
Let me explain.
[BIDOH]
Those people are from Teltan,
a conquered nation.
For a small investment,
you can get them to do
all the hard work
and live a life of leisure.
That may be pleasant
for Galgada,
but it's terrible
for those people.
[chuckles]
What fate do you expect for
those we have defeated?
Though,
I do hate to see suffering.
[NINA]
Strange.
I didn't think
he could make that expression.
I wonder what
Az thought of the auction.
Tell me
about that
raven-haired messenger.
Are you in love with him?
Huh?
Where'd you get
a crazy idea like that?
I can tell.
Was the gent perhaps
your personal guard
turned lover?
Secret trysts between
a princess and her shield?
A delightful and thrilling
romance for the ages!
[NINA]
Seriously?
I'll just ignore him
and stay quiet.
It's not like he even
knows Az is the king,
so there's no need to panic.
[BIDOH]
But you also have Sett.
Whatever shall
you do about him?
Now that's he's stuck inside,
I don't suppose he's likely
to find out, is he?
[chuckles]
Things are finally
getting interesting!
[NINA]
I knew I couldn't trust him.
[BIDOH] I can tell
you're still suspicious.
It's all right.
I'm not your ally,
but know that
I am also not your enemy.
Stop the carriage here.
The princess wishes
to walk and get some fresh air.
Right!
Hurry now
and bring that messenger
from the tournament
to escort us.
You know the one.
You can think of this
as a reward of sorts
for entertaining me.
[horse neighs]
[BIDOH] But it's only
for a short while.
[AZURE] That prince must be
scheming something.
[NINA]
Don't worry!
He doesn't know
who you really are.
He's just obsessed
with forbidden love.
He's confused.
He thinks
we're in an illicit romance.
You know, like between
a princess and her royal guard?
Anyway, that's why
he arranged all this.
You know better
than to trust that man.
You need protection.
Keep Hikami at your side.
I'm loath to say it,
but even while you're sleeping.
And stop being
reckless for a while.
[NINA] Instead of quality time,
I get a lecture?
Oh, right.
That's exactly
how he's always been.
That monster.
He was clearly targeting you.
[AZURE]
Perhaps
[NINA] We finally got
the chance to talk alone.
Why can't he be
just a little more
[AZURE]
Are you even listening?
[NINA] He knows
this is our last chance
to spend time together!
I can't stand you!
Catch me if you can, Az!
Catch me if you can!
[AZURE]
Why is she behaving this way?
We must stay together!
Come back here!
[grunting]
[AZURE] Right,
she's always been ridiculous.
[snickers]
Hmm.
[NINA] At this rate,
he's gonna catch me!
Oh. I sorta forgot
there's no actual reason
for me to run away.
Wait.
Huh?
Did I really lose him?
[bird chirping]
[NINA]
Why did I run to begin with?
This could be
our last time together,
so I'd better find him fast,
or else
Gotcha.
I have no idea
what you think you're doing.
That warmth.
You should know
the feeling's mutual.
[NINA] I find out you've
suddenly taken the throne.
Then you show up
out of nowhere here in Galgada
and promise to
take me back home?
I left for you!
And you overruled that choice!
You jerk!
[AZURE]
Nina.
How am I supposed
to feel about that?
I don't know
what I'm doing here anymore!
[NINA]
Please talk to me.
Sorry.
You're right.
I should have
told you everything.
When you left,
it-it killed me.
I decided to fight back
against fate for you.
[AZURE] My life is no longer
in danger as you feared it was.
The previous king
is now a caged bird.
All of his power belongs to me.
I won't let
Galgada take what's mine.
You have nothing to fear.
Not anymore.
Let's return to Fortna
together.
[NINA]
Return to Fortna
with Az?
A sweet dream
that warms my heart.
It's overwhelming.
♪
Hmm.
[Nina breathes heavily]
[whimpering]
Oh!
Nina?
Hmm.
It's too late.
I decided to protect Fortna
from Galgada.
It was difficult,
but I forged
a new life to do that.
And so
I can't go back with you.
[NINA]
I'm glad we got to talk.
I needed this.
With you on the throne,
I know
Fortna has a bright future.
[whimpering]
[NINA]
It hurts.
I just wish
you hadn't come.
Uh!
[NINA] I wish he'd forgotten
about me altogether.
If he had,
then maybe it wouldn't have
to hurt this much.
Deep in my heart,
there's a tiny flame
that's always burning.
It burns for the person
who found me.
And for the person who I found.
This is how I wanted it to be,
yet it still breaks my heart.
[TOAT]
It's finished.
I'm a true genius.
I should have done this
from the beginning.
The strength someone possesses
is ultimately useless.
[TOAT] Well, perhaps
it proved a little useful.
The sight of it gave me chills!
He was aloof, yet sublime.
[TOAT]
Pure and beautiful.
My God of death.
Did you need something?
Oh?
You wish to speak with me?
♪
♪
[GUARD] Fortna
is reinforcing its fortress.
My sources have informed me
that this undertaking was among
the first ordered
by their newly crowned king.
Really?
[KING NOA]
Are they planning to attack?
[GUARD] Nearly all our spies
within the castle were caught.
So, it will take some time
to figure out
the specific details
of whatever they are planning.
He is cunning, that one.
I had heard their
second prince was exceptional.
He's proving quite troublesome.
It is apparent we have not
a moment to waste.
One must be swift to succeed.
So be it.
We invade Fortna now
instead of waiting for spring.
[KING NOA]
It's an aggressive move,
but we have Sett on our side.
The War God will prevail.
♪
[SETT]
Who is that man to her?
Why did she
look at him like that?
Being unable to see someone
has never troubled me before.
Nina.
[Nina sighs]
[NINA]
It's only been two days.
But so much has happened,
I'm still reeling.
Enjoy yourselves
at the banquet.
♪
A thrilling championship!
Today's fight was intense!
[scoffs]
You were quite rude
to me the other day.
Then, it's a good thing
you're so open minded.
What an insolent
princess you are.
Such kind words.
You are mistaken.
[gasps]
[NINA]
Az and the messengers are here,
seated farthest from the king.
[NINA]
I just wish
you hadn't come.
[NINA] I didn't mean it
the way it sounded.
Come with me.
Attention!
I have news.
[NINA]
What news?
[KING NOA] When his punishment
concludes in one month,
Crown Prince Sett
and the Princess of Fortna
will be joined in matrimony.
[NINA]
What?
Huh?
[gasps]
Wow!
[NINA] We're getting married
in one month?
But that's so soon!
What about
Hmm.
[NINA]
It can't be.
My heart hurts.
We said our goodbyes,
and yet
Do you understand,
Fortnan messengers?
I must decline
your king's request.
We will not postpone,
as you heard.
[KING NOA]
I know it is sudden.
You have
insufficient time to prepare.
A grand reception
will be held later, of course.
But for now,
you shall represent Fortna
at the wedding
one month hence.
[AZURE]
That's a declaration of war.
Alisha becomes queen
and Galgada invades
Fortna before spring.
Is that why they kept us here?
I doubt they will
let us leave alive.
There is hope.
[AZURE] It's only possible
because we're here.
But that's
[all gasp]
Princess Alisha.
I, um. I just
[NINA]
Just what?
Why did I chase after him?
My legs moved all on their own.
Sorry. I don't want to
cause you any trouble.
Tell me what your wish was
on the night of
the Star Festival.
Huh?
[AZURE]
You see, I was so certain
I had nothing to
wish for back then.
[NINA] Oh, hey. Don't you
need a lantern too, Az?
[AZURE]
No, it's all right.
There's no need, for I do
not have anything to wish for.
But that night,
I realized something.
It's that the presence
of others inspires our wishes.
That's whyI can say
without a doubt you belong.
There will always be a place
for you in Fortna at my side.
[NINA]
That's what I wished for.
Somewhere to belong.
Just one person to call my own.
I'm so confused.
What should I have done?
Should I have trusted Az
and never left Fortna
to begin with?
[NINA]
Why is he so kind to me
after what I said to him?
[NINA] He's making me
want to go back.
[Neena squawking]
[ANNE] It seems Princess Alisha
is feeling down again today.
Perhaps she's anxious
that the wedding
has been moved up?
Oh!
I know what will help!
[TOAT'S SERVANT]
This special herb
calms tumultuous emotions.
Please mix it into a beverage
made with plenty of honey
for Princess Alisha.
I couldn't think
of a better time.
[HIKAMI]
What is in that vial?
This is a calming herb!
Someone brought it
to me earlier.
I thought I'd give some
to Princess Alisha.
[pops]
[sniffs]
Oh, no.
What's wrong?
[chuckles softly]
[ANNE]
Huh?
Hikami actually smiled?
Just leave this to me.
Why don't you run along
and go tidy up her bedchamber?
Okay.
I can see Sett?
[NEENA]
See Sett!
You are concerned, are you not?
That is why
I devised a little plan
for you to see him.
Wow.
Thank you.
I have been worried about him.
Even so, I can't see him yet.
I need some more time.
[NEENA]
See Sett, see Sett!
[NINA] Not until
after I figure out how I feel.
After your wedding,
the king will
order the prince to invade.
And Fortna will
not see it coming.
Huh?
[NINA]
No! But why?
Think about it.
Why else would they choose
to hold the wedding sooner?
They must have decided
it will be harder to prevail
if they wait any longer.
[HIKAMI] Prince Sett is
an indomitable commander
who will lead Galgada fiercely.
His forces will be difficult
for Fortna to overcome.
Fortna lacks experience in war.
It is doomed to fall.
Please, no.
-Is there nothing we can do?
-[HIKAMI] Perhaps.
That is why
I thought you should speak
with Prince Sett at once.
About what?
[HIKAMI] I doubt he knows
he has been reinstated
as the crown prince.
Oh, right.
Okay.
But just how much
should I reveal to him?
[HIKAMI] Simply take him
this special herbal mead
that Anne prepared.
Enjoy it together.
[NINA]
I hope this works
and that I can really
speak to him alone.
There are no guards anywhere.
How did she manage this?
Only the tower entrance
is guarded,
but I will take care
of that for you.
Please proceed straight up
without concern.
[HIKAMI] Remember that
the door is locked,
but the key should be nearby.
[NINA]
There's the key.
I came here
just like Hikami told me to.
Am I supposed to
ask him for a favor?
But I decided
it would be wrong
to use him like that.
[NINA]
It's no use.
I'm still so confused.
For now,
I just need to cheer him up.
[door creaks open]
[footsteps approaching]
How did you
[chuckles softly]
Never doubt me!
There's isn't
a place in the world
I can't break into!
-Come again?
-Look at you! So thin!
Are you eating?
Oh, I just knew
I should have had you
brought a proper meal instead.
I told Hikami
you don't really eat sweets,
but she insisted
I bring them for me.
Is there something
I should know about?
Hmm.
[NINA] Congrats,
you're the first prince again.
Also?
[sighs]
We're to be married as soon
as your punishment's over.
-[SETT] Hmm.
-Uh! I hear you.
It's too soon, isn't it?
You need time
to think about it, right?
It's fine by me.
[NINA]
He doesn't need more time?
I see.
Yeah.
I can't ask him for a favor.
I'm so dumb.
It's out of the question.
I don't have only a month left.
I have a whole month left!
I'll fight the king one-on-one
if that's what it takes
to change her mind!
[SETT]
After the wedding,
we'll be going
to war with Fortna.
That's sooner than expected.
Not a problem though.
Even underprepared,
I will not lose.
I will destroy them completely.
It matters not who
or what they throw in my path.
[SETT]
It will be total annihilation.
I
What a hassle you are.
Wearing your emotions
on your sleeve.
You once asked me about Fortna.
Never you worry.
I'll only torch the castle
and its city.
Although, I'll have to kill
whoever stands in my way.
That's how it goes.
[muffled speaking]
[NINA] Why does he have to say
such awful things?
I know his position
makes things tough.
But still
That's enough.
Just spit it out already.
Stop hiding
and tell me what it is
you want me to do.
Hmm.
[NINA]
If I tell him
I'm begging you
not to invade Fortna, Sett.
[weeping] Please don't go
to war with them.
[NINA]
Will this accomplish anything?
[NINA]
There are people there
who I love dearly.
Fine.
As you wish.
Huh?
[SETT] You see, I have
never fought for Galgada.
Will I live or will I perish?
A mere gamble with
the God of the underworld.
That said,
if you do not want me
to fight this time,
I won't.
[NINA] But what if the king
orders you to do it?
Since when must
every order be obeyed?
Wha?
[SETT]
I've obeyed her thus far,
as I had no reason not to,
but
[chuckles]
What could be easier?
You're happy again.
Oh, Sett.
I'm so grateful.
I will repay you somehow!
Hah, don't bother.
By the way,
I can't speak for the others.
You'll still have them
to contend with.
Mm-hmm.
Gotcha!
Oh!
[NINA]
Right, you must be starving!
I brought some treats.
Let's eat!
I don't wish to eat.
It's too much effort.
You're missing out.
[NINA]
The flavor's off, though.
[NINA] That's fine!
How about a drink?
It's my special herbed mead,
freshly made!
Let's share it.
You made that?
[NINA] [munching]
Hm?
What's that?
Never mind.
Give it here.
[Sett choking]
[NINA]
Sett! What's happening?
[coughs]
Oh, no!
What's wrong?
[NINA]
This is serious.
He needs a doctor!
Help!
[NINA]
Hikami!
Oh, thank goodness.
Something's wrong with Sett.
He needs a doctor right away.
[HIKAMI]
Stand back.
[gasps]
I won't let you!
[NINA] "Night Twelve.
The Path of the Stars."