Toaru Hikuushi e no Koiuta

Synopsis

The next day, a funeral is held to memorize the deaths of those that were lost in the battle of Isla. The students hold a separate memorial service to memorize the students and their friends that died protecting the island, and Chiharu breaks down when she lays a wreath for Mitsuo. The Council considers the request from the Holy Levamme Empire and decides it's better to pursue a temporary alliance against a common enemy, while also deciding to temporarily retreat from the Holy Springs. Kal-El spots Claire laying wreathes in secret for the fallen students, and she tells him she's not worthy of being here as she felt like she abandoned her classmates in a time of need. However he tells her not to worry and that he always wants to see her, and they share a tender kiss. Afterwards, Claire asks if he is Karl La Hire. Shocked by this revelation, he soon realizes that Claire is Nina Viento, and Nina/Claire tells him it is the last time they will ever meet, as Sky Clan planes begin bombing the island again. Ariel and the others are worried about him as he coops up in his room, depressed. Later that day, Nina gives a speech to the people, promising that they will find the Holy Springs and find the truth. Ariel now realizes why Kal-El is depressed, and runs up to Nina, learning from her that she is not able to fly anymore, but Ariel promises to have Kal-El fly again. A clearly worried Ariel continues to try to help her brother, but to no avail, even after telling him that she is quitting to be a mechanic because of her injuries. Frustrated, Ignacio drags him out of his room and begins attacking him in the lake outside the school.

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