MY HAPPY MARRIAGE
EPISODE 11 MY MOTHER'S LEGACY
I'll tell you about everything.
The reason your mother married into the Saimori family,
and why your supernatural abilities were sealed away til now.
It all started a few years before you were born.
Tsuruki Trading had failed in negotiations with a major business partner.
We were in a slump, the worst since the founding of the company.
We were facing a mountain of debt that was beyond our means.
As the company was our main income, the situation was dire.
At that crucial moment,
there was a family who approached us with a marriage arrangement offer.
From out of nowhere, they sensed the Usuba family's crisis
and offered to take on a large amount of the debt we had incurred.
All in exchange for marrying Sumi off to them.
I was against it, but for every rejection letter I sent,
they would reply with another proposal.
One day, things took a turn.
Deciding not to consult me, Sumi reached out to them
and arranged the engagement of her own volition.
Do you understand what you've done with this?
And behind my back!
You're going to be passing on the Usuba bloodline
to another house, Sumi!
If we try to leave things as they are, the Usubas will be finished.
Sumi! You have no idea what this means for us!
What on earth could you even hope to do with your body in its current condition?
Then tell me what other option there is?
I didn't want this. I'm sorry, Father.
What have you done?
The household that Sumi married into back then
was the Saimori family.
After the so-called marriage arrangement was made official,
all lines of communication were cut.
From the day of her wedding,
Sumi and I became completely estranged.
Miyo.
There's something I would like to show you here.
Your ability is called Dream-Sight.
Your gift is an ability even Sumi wasn't capable of.
So it's called Dream-Sight?
Place your hand on the bark of this tree.
Huh?
I overheard that she's an Usuba or something,
but she's pretty withdrawn for a wife.
Shinichi.
This isn't just a political marriage.
Do you understand your role?
I do.
Our lineage will have Usuba blood through our child.
I'm counting on you, Sumi.
Ah!
Good work, everyone!
Was that…
She has Dream-Sight?
Are you still unable to confirm?
Miyo is quite young.
If we don't obtain the Usuba's supernatural ability
as quickly as we're able, the Saimori family will soon be demoted.
Think about hardships we endured to obtain the bloodline of that family.
If Miyo doesn't possess any abilities,
then you must rush to produce another child.
It's only a matter of time before Sumi passes.
Of course.
I'm sorry, Miyo.
It looks like I don't have very much time left.
With that kind of power,
your gift will start showing signs before long.
When it does, your supernatural abilities
will be endlessly exploited, then the Usubas would…
You have to live on your own.
I hate to do this, but you have to be alone.
You may have to live through many painful experiences.
You may try to blame yourself, thinking being giftless is a curse.
But for the time being, I have to seal it away.
My sweet child, Miyo.
You must have seen everything then.
That was a lot of information for you to take in.
For now, you should go inside and rest.
Dammit. They just keep coming.
Godo, at this rate, we can't…
Keep your wits about you. We have to find a way through this.
Commander!
I commend you. That was a long time to hold them off!
You know you couldn't get rid of me that easily. Haha!
According to our reconnaissance,
most of the remaining Grotesqueries have been eliminated.
We should clean up the last few stragglers as fast as we can!
Yes, sir!
Let's go!
Y-Yes…
Good morning, Miyo. I hope you slept well.
How are you feeling today?
Looks like your ability's rampage is over then.
You don't even have to say it.
Just seeing that expression tells me everything I need to know.
Now then, since you've returned to the Usubas,
we ask that you please wear this.
It's been passed down through generations.
Only the maiden of Dream-Sight can wear these garments.
For the clothes you arrived in,
I will personally see that they're taken care of.
There's no need to fret.
As I was freed from my nightmares,
my body gradually recovered as the days passed.
Time went slowly in this place, as a gilded birdcage is still a cage.
Being parted from Lord Kudo, I only missed him more.
My feelings for him grew equal to my regret.
I'd always known but I couldn't find the words that day.
I'm the one at fault. This is all because of me.
Are you not hungry, Miyo?
Should I assume that I have yet to be forgiven?
Or perhaps your room doesn't suit your taste?
Or is the food ill-suited to your palate?
I can have them remake it right away.
It's not that.
Then please, if you would give me just a bit of guidance.
Please give me back the kimono with the cherry blossoms.
Lord Kudo had given that to me as a gift, and it is very precious to me.
I'm sorry but I can't.
Do you really mean you can't?
I do.
May I just speak to Lord Kudo one time?
But why?
I have a feeling I was wrong. That I was wrong about everything.
While I'm still too ashamed to see him just yet…
I should give him an apology, and I…
Then you'll say you want to leave this place?
I can never allow it.
We've waited…
for so--
Do you know how long I've been waiting for you?
You have no idea how happy I am right now.
How elated I am…
I want to protect you, so let me.
But why?
Well, my dear, it's my duty.
I'm sorry, but…
All that I want is to see Lord Kudo again.
I need to say what I couldn't…
say what I should have said from the very start.
We have rules.
Rules set by our ancestors that we still faithfully uphold.
"You must never use your last name with anyone.
Marriage partners are only accepted within the family.
You must not make any close friends or even take on a lover."
The Usuba's duty
is to subdue other gift-users who step out of line.
But not a single time since I was born have we ever been called into action.
We can follow every rule to perfection, and yet it may not lead to an end.
The Usubas no longer have a purpose, we just sit here and wait.
My whole life, I wanted a role that only I could take on.
When the maiden of Dream-Sight first appeared,
a member of our family with supernatural abilities
was specifically chosen
to risk their lives protecting her from any harm.
As of this morning, that duty was passed on to me.
I'll likely take on the role of husband too.
I am begging you, Miyo.
Please allow my to fulfill my duty.
Please stay here. I want to protect you.
This mission is mine, and I could never entrust it to anyone else.
I had assumed…
based on what I'd learned that we were alike.
Empty shells who had no purpose,
who wanted meaning but were never given an opportunity.
Miyo.
All right!
The horde of Grotesqueries is done for!
We did it, boys, we won!
Godo. Return to the initial formation.
We'll reorganize the reconnaissance team.
Yes, sir!
Huh?
Godo!
Commander!
How have you found your time here?
Is there anything you feel inconvenienced by?
No, not really.
Although, is there truly no way for me to see Lord Kudo just one more time?
It hurts to say this, but no, it is not possible.
Even if it's just for a moment?
-Just one? -Mmm.
You're reminding me of Sumi. She was stubborn like this.
If only I hadn't…
pushed Sumi away all those years ago,
I wouldn't have lost my daughter even before she passed.
Your life as my grandchild would have been far different.
Nothing like what you lived through.
It was my fault and for all the hardships you endured,
I am so sorry.
You and I are family.
Family that's related by blood.
If anything happens, we will be here to help and support you.
There's no need to be shy about it. Please rely on us.
I'd never had family like you. It's so difficult.
You can tell me to rely on you, but what do I do?
I don't even understand what being a family is.
For sure, I'm disappointing everyone around me.
Not understanding any of it.
It's so bad that I even managed to anger Lord Kudo.
I mean, that was a lot of nonsense.
Sorry if I was rambling. You didn't need to hear all of that.
Don't be sorry.
It makes me happy to hear how you really feel.
Huh?
Would you allow me to speak as your grandfather
for just a moment, Miyo?
Isn't it true that being a family means sharing the burdens
we can't handle on our own together?
Share the burdens?
In relying on someone,
you aren't simply passing the weight of the world onto their back.
I think relying on others means sharing that load.
Things that we know would be too heavy for one person alone to carry.
You can disappoint family or even make them angry.
But the bonds of family will never be broken.
Even when my mother left this house against your wishes?
I was furious back then.
I won't deny that I took it too far.
Didn't you come to hate my mother for what she did?
What kind of father would I be if I did?
More than feeling unforgiving, Sumi's well-being was what I cared about.
I deeply regret how I handled things.
I was too caught up in protecting what I thought I should.
The price for that mistake was losing my daughter forever.
That said, Miyo…
As much as I loved Sumi with my whole heart,
I hold you just as dear.
You do?
I do.
The reason our family managed to survive was Sumi getting married,
which lead to giving birth to you.
Of course, I wish it were sooner,
but I'm happy that we could meet like this.
My grandfather feels the same way that I do.
We both said things we regretted to people we deeply care for.
The guilt is a burden that we both must bear.
My mother was doing her best, all because she wanted me to be happy.
Someday, you're going to need this power.
But it should be your choice to use it.
That's why…
Miyo.
I love you so much.
Mother, you were here…
From what I can tell,
it seems Sumi's seal has been completely lifted.
Grandfather!
What's wrong?
I just received a message from the military.
Kudo… is defeated.
What?
Lord Kudo is what? What are you talking about?
It was a Grotesquerie. His unit was ambushed, and he went down.
I don't have all the details yet, but it sounded like a severe injury.
He's still unconscious.
That can't be…
There's nothing you can do!
Miyo, please, wait!
Lord Kudo is in trouble. I have to go see him!
I don't want to be kept away from him.
I will not allow you to leave this place!
Then don't. I'm going to go either way.
I'm afraid that I haven't been too clear with you.
There's a reason that you're being kept here.
Huh?
Someone has a vested interest in your staying.
Arata!
I have no interest in lying to her any longer!
A deal was made with the Emperor.
The Emperor lent his hand
in fulfilling the Usuba's longstanding wish.
Reclaiming the maiden of Dream-Sight.
In exchange,
all contact between you and anyone else with supernatural abilities is forbidden.
It was the Emperor's order
to seal the maiden of Dream-Sight's existence away.
Why would he…
I don't know what His Majesty is intending.
He didn't explain.
But if I defy him, we all may be in danger.
You will also be subjected to his punishment.
What'd I do?
Ugh! Grandfather!
Know that this isn't me giving up on you.
In the same way you won't give up on Kiyoka Kudo.
However, I've also made up my mind.
You want to go and see him, don't you? There are things you must do.
Huh?
It's been decided. I will be traveling with you
to make sure you're safe.
Goodness sake! If you two must…
Both of you are dear to me, my precious grandchildren.
It is my duty as your grandfather to support the both of you.
Alright, go on. Get ready.
Thank you very much.
Lord Kudo…
You have to be okay.
Why'd you…
Why did the Commander risk his life for me?
Lord Kudo!
Miss Miyo!
Thank goodness! I'm so glad you're here!
Lord Kudo!
He's alive…
I was worried that was the last time you'd see him.
You were separated so suddenly back then.
I thought you might not…
Miss Hazuki.
Lord Kudo will be fine.
I just know he'll be alright.
No matter what happens, I'm not giving up.
Miyo, there's a chance that
waking up Kiyoka might be something you're able to do.
Hm?
You may be able to use your Dream-Sight ability.
My ability, really?
I can't say it'll definitely work,
but it's better than not trying, isn't it?
I'll do it.
If there's anything I can do, I have to try!