Dear Brother...
A golden bowl, on the right hand
A silver bowl, on the left
Never equal without the other
Those two bowls in each of us;
Those two invisible bowls.
The golden bowl, filled with happiness
Shines with a warm radiance
The overflowing love I've felt since I met you
Couldn't possibly be held in the golden bowl
A golden rapture,
A silver sadness
Let us lay down everything that has passed
So that only you may be held, So that only love may be held,
Let us empty those twin bowls.
Sorry, sorry... I'm always late.
It's so often that I'm not even angry.
That's what you say, but you're angry, right?
How's your thesis? Have you finished about half now?
You are welcome.
Then... another relax time?
Don't like it?
I'll hang out with you.
- That... - Huh?
What happened to that?
That, huh.
Yeah, did you send the school entrance gift?
Yeah.
You wrote your name?
Yeah... They're gonna find out soon anyway.
Do you know about the Seiran Sorority Members?
Ah, I know.
She's been chosen as a candidate.
What are Sorority Members exactly?
It's bit hard to explain at once.
Dear Brother...
I've been chosen as a Sorority Members' candidate
Episode 3 Nanako, disqualified?!
According to what I've heard
What the Sorority seniors hate the most
are juniors who don't use keigo(honorifics),
those who dress outrageously both inside and outside school
and girls who aren't punctual, regardless of the reason.
Who is it? Who dares to make a phone call in the classroom?
Listen carefully.
- It's her? - Yeah, it's her.
The girl who got chosen as a candidate even though she's from another school.
What the... She's so mediocre.
She doesn't stand out at all, nor is she pretty.
It could be she's the only child of a wealthy person.
No, I think she's from middle class.
Seriously? How confusing.
I'm no less confused...
The staircases are narrow.
You're in the way.
There, you can pass now.
Thanks. Let's go, Ms. Nanako.
I don't know what she did
but she's still a Sorority candidate.
What an impudent girl!
To have defeated Misaki and rise as a candidate...
She must have plotted something behind our back!
It's so annoying!
What if she gets chosen as a Member?
Don't worry. We can make her step down voluntarily.
Actually, I heard a useful story.
Useful?
Misonoo Nanako's weakness. An undeniable truth.
Who told you this?
In my father's office,
that kind of information is always available.
I see. As expected from a top lawyer's daughter.
I wish I was born in a family like yours...
The elite of the elites. How wonderful.
I hate girls like her.
There's always one in every class.
They pretend to not want anything
but in fact, they take everything.
Quiet!
Nanako, it's Tomoko.
What's up?
How are you?
Not that fine... but fine enough.
Yeah?
What is it, anything urgent?
Nope, I just called you to say good night.
It's just a meaningless call. Good night!
Good night!
They say rumors tend not to last very long.
Just a few days, Nanako...
- See you at the end of the day - Yup!
Good morning, Misonoo.
Ah, good morning.
Did you decide on a dress for tomorrow?
Actually, I'm deciding
A black dress, or the pink one?
Definitely pink. Pale pink suits you.
Can I help you?
How weird. Somehow there are a lot more glares on you today...
I wonder what that is.
No, please don't let it be exam schedules...
What? Exams?
Good morning!
Morning!
I'm beat, all these sudden exams...
Let's see.
"This year also, without exception, concerning the candidacy of the Sorority,
we are convinced that foul play was involved.
Concerning the candidacy of Misonoo Nanako of Class 1-B,
We would like our doubts to be cleared.
She does not possess any suitable physical or mental advantages
and her heritage is also at question.
Ms. Misono is not the real child of a Joto University professor.
Her pedigree is at question here.
Ladies, such a person should not be a candidate for the Sorority,
as it is a violation to our tradition.
Do you not find this strange?
...This is too much.
Misonoo!
Tomoko! Tomoko!
Don't go! I'm right here!
Ms. Nanako!
Tomoko!
Nanako...
Excuse me. Let me pass.
Trash should be thrown into trash bins.
I've had enough!
I'm sorry. Are you... Are you hurt?
I... I'm sorry. Excuse me...
- That...
Pick that up for me.
Oh, medicine...
A man...
It was a man's smell...
How terrible. I don't know who's behind this.
Actually, I...
I'm not going to the selection party.
It's not worth all this suffering.
So you are...defeated by this?
Yeah.
I see. So you're crushed by some simple mischief.
Yes. Absolutely.
How annoying.
It really is annoying!
I just know!
I know how Nanako genuinely respects and loves her father!
Even though you aren't related by blood,
I know how much you love your father!
That's why, that's why I'm so angry!
I'm angry that they've dared to insult Nanako with such cheap measures!
Tomoko...
Go! Go join the party!
- It's so discouraging to be defeated like this! - But...
There's nothing you should be ashamed of.
Take more pride in yourself!
Go!
What, after I just decided to withdraw...
See, if you make that kind of decision, you'll never make it.
Really, why did they choose such a mediocre girl like me?
If it was me, I would vote for you.
Huh?
Here.
Nanako, you're kind-hearted.
The Sorority... I'm sure they've seen your heart right over here.
Tomoko...
D-don't cry!
Ms. Misonoo.
Where have you been? I thought you went home.
I'm sorry, I've made you worry.
It doesn't matter.
Anyway, don't tell me you're not going to tomorrow's party.
I'm going.
I'm definitely going.
Dear Brother,
Honestly,
I'll make an honest confession.
After all that have passed, and after all that constant pondering...
I've decided to go to the Sorority's selection party.
I had no confidence and nothing to be proud of
but the moment I decided so,
a little part of me imagines that they might choose me.
No, that it would be nice if I got chosen.
How wonderful would it be to be a part of those dazzling ladies' world...
I... I actually am extravagant and vain on the inside
and wish to stand out, I realized that much.
I was sure that I won't be chosen, but still, I was excited...
This kind of feeling, it's the first time for me, certainly...
Nanako! Ms. Nanako?
Yes!
Just now a girl called Ichinomiya Fukiko called.
Huh? From Lady Miya?
Yes. About tomorrow's Soro... Soro?
Oh please, it's Sorority, Mom!
That's it. She said the Sorority party has been postponed to 3 pm.
She wanted to tell you this.
3 pm? I got it. Thanks.
Nanako.
You surprised me!
Oh! you look so cute!
As expected! That's how you show your enthusiasm for the selection, isn't it?
I'm impressed!
More than that, won't you please sit down?
I was bewildered. A sudden call, and you tell me to come out at 12 pm Sunday...
Aren't you supposed to be in the party by now?
They changed the time.
That's why I'm able to meet you now...
I couldn't keep our promise to bake cakes together,
So I thought I should have some cake with you
Then, it's a treat!
Oh, it's on you?
Hey now! You don't remember the phone call?! I literally flew here!
You didn't forget?
Ah, as for me,
Angel Food Cake, and Lemon Square
plus New York Cheese Cake with blueberry topping.
Seriously! What is she doing?
- Ms.Shinobu! - Here!
The one who's not here yet is Ms. Misonoo only, isn't it?
What happened?
About... that... telephone! Can I make a brief phone call?
Please excuse me, I'll be right back.
Actually, I didn't have much sleep last night.
I dozed off for a while, and I heard subway rumbles
followed by the sound of a paper boy's bicycle.
My eyes were closed
but I could figure out that the sun was rising behind the curtains.
I got up right away, showered, shampooed my hair.
And thought I might as well do my homework in the spare time,
and sat at my desk.
But I ended up spacing out.
Have some of this!
Thanks, Tomoko.
Misonoo residence.
Yes, Nanako left already.
I see...
Really? Then she left home already?
Yes, but I know something has happened.
She's not a girl who would be late without giving a notice.
Now then, ladies, we will begin the interview sessions.
Candidates are to enter the room when called out.
Interviewers, please follow me.
Thanks for the cake!
You're welcome.
Now then, I think I should go home and do my homework.
- Tomoko? - Yeah?
Thanks so much. I feel much more relaxed.
Party and homework, huh... such a big contrast.
Only for today, though.
- Indeed? - I'm sure.
- If you pass the selection? - Huh?
I'm sorry.
Then... see you around.
Good luck!
- Next, Ms. Shinobu Mariko. - Here!
Since when did you learn ballet?
Yes, since I was 6... on mother's wish.
You were part of an English play in Junior High?
Yes. In both English and French,
I've had a private tutor since elementary school.
You may go now.
Thank you.
With this... it's over.
Uh, excuse me, Ms. Misonoo hasn't arrived yet...
Ms.Misonoo?
How troublesome. Sorority puts a strong emphasis on punctuality,
yet she's already late for more than 2 hours.
What does she take the Sorority for?
Now that the selection's over,
Shall we begin the party?
Please! Lady Miya, please...
Please wait just a little more...
Seiran Girls' High School Front Gate
I wonder if Ms. Shinobu is already here.
I wonder if this dress is too childish.
Whatever... I'm here already. Too late now.
Prince Kaoru
It is told in the Tale of Genji, that Prince Kaoru, the General of the Right,
emanated an endless fragrance from his body since birth.
Her chest!
Uh... I'm sorry.
I didn't mean to stare...
No, no problem, but... could it be you just arrived here?
Yes?
Aren't you going to the Sorority Party?
Yes, I am.
You're late.
They've all left just now.
What?
The party was over long before.
Impossible!
But they... they said the party starts at 3 pm!
You're so ignorant... I'm lost.
Ah, she's here... Misonoo!
What are you doing here?
The freshmen have all left!
The seniors are furious!
But... but the phone call...
Forget it, come quickly!
How?
Hurry, hurry up!
How could this be?
I dreamt an awesome dream last Sunday
But when it saw you,
Surprised, the dream just flew away
I would never lose
So just for you
I have rushed and tried so hard
This feeling of love, staying in my heart
bewildered by the mischievous fairies' game
dances to and fro, always capricious