Sacrificial Princess & the King of Beasts (2023): Season 1, Episode 11 - Divine Protection and the Acting Queen Consort - full transcript
While Amit is trying to show love for Jormungand, Sariphi is off to the kingdom to bless a newborn prince as part of her duty as acting queen.
Pardon me, Your Majesty!
A new correspondence!
An envoy from Zamani
seeks an audience with you!
Goya and Sabre have also sent envoys!
These are all matters relating to
the queen's representative.
Send them away. This is not worth my time.
Are you quite sure?
Her duties have yet to begin.
They should first witness
the queen's representative at work,
and if they remain dissatisfied,
then so be it.
Only then will I hear
what they have to say.
Tell the envoys to pass
this message to their lords.
As you wish.
It appears that I'm not mistaken.
Ever since the holy fete,
there has been a slight change
in the king.
ORIGINAL STORY BY YU TOMOFUJI
More envoys are here today.
While expected,
the backlash is nonetheless strong.
Lady Sariphi must be
beside herself with worry.
I have to help her!
I simply must give her
a word of encouragement.
Lady Sariphi.
Hey, Amit. Why do you look so grim?
Oh?
Ah, nothing. What is that vestment?
The Chancellor said that
even if it's temporary, I can't carry out
the queen's duties
in my usual shabby clothes.
Sari, your regular attire
is just as adowa... adorable, it is!
Is!
Thank you.
Lady Sariphi,
you're very calm despite
the commotion throughout the palace.
Yeah. I'd be lying
if I said I wasn't worried one bit.
But there's no point in worrying
when I haven't started my work.
Being troubled isn't going to make me
a better person.
I just have to do whatever I can
as best as I can.
The next expedition's to Aiphos.
Seems we'll have to suppress
an armed group attacking the city.
The imperial guard.
It has seen countless insurrections
even before the previous king's reign.
Whatever the case, we must be vigilant.
Lady Sariphi has taken on the onerous role
of representing the queen.
Sir Jormungand is on dangerous missions.
As for me...
is there anything I could possibly do?
There is.
A traditional amulet
of my motherland, Mulga,
said to grant fortune and protection.
May injuries never befall you.
May you elude illnesses.
May your wishes come true.
Wishes and prayers
are woven into every plait.
A thousand charms bless this amulet.
This shall go to Lady Sariphi,
who constantly gives me courage.
And also...
-This is for me?
-Yes.
Thank you, Princess Amit.
To think you thought so dearly of me.
Sir Jormungand.
Princess Amit.
What am I entertaining?
Wonderful! The expedition has not left.
I must hand this within the day.
Why, Captain Jormungand?
Why was I left out of the next expedition?
Stop it! The captain's being considerate
since your wife's expecting.
But still!
Our mission is to obey the king,
and it is his will
that the innocent citizens
of the land be kept from harm.
This includes your family.
The mission you should prioritize is
the safety of one such concerned citizen.
It's one that only you can carry out.
Understood! Thank you so much, Captain!
Sir Jormungand.
Any plans for marriage, Captain?
That was sudden.
I'd like to know too!
I...
I swore everything that I am,
my sword, body, and mind, to the king.
I don't ever intend to have a spouse.
An amulet for me? Did you make this?
This is a Mulgan amulet.
-Each plait contains a charm, it does.
-Does.
-I'm so happy. Thank you.
-So happy!
I'll take good care of it.
Amit, who's the other amulet for?
This is...
Is it for Jormungand?
-Lady Sariphi!
-What's up?
This amulet is made
with its wearer in mind,
down to the thousandth weave.
Yet... Yet I was so foolish.
I was occupied with the notion
of catching his attention.
That his heart may draw closer to mine.
I am filled with such immense shame.
There is absolutely no way
that I could pass this over to him.
Amit, is it shameful to want
the person you love to turn your way?
I don't think so.
However! Unlike me,
never once have you acted
with your desires
taking precedence above all!
That's not true.
All I've done was spend
my life doing nothing
since I gave up on
my own feelings and needs.
But you know,
just recently, I surprised myself
by how greedy I've become.
You? Greedy?
That's right.
After all, a regular human girl
wants to stand by the king's side.
Nothing could be greedier than this.
Amit, I think you could do
with a little bit of greed.
I'm sure there isn't a single lie
in those thousand feelings
you put in that amulet.
I...
I must...
Sir Jormungand!
Princess Amit. Is something
the matter that's causing you to rush?
This is... for you.
A Mulgan amulet.
For me, you say?
It contains numerous blessings,
so that you may safely complete
your mission.
Would you please take this amulet
and let it accompany you on your way?
Oh, forgive me
for forcing my selfish sentiments upon you
when you live solely for your duty.
Despite that, I...
What a pickle.
Your good name will be sullied
should I fail to accomplish my mission.
What? Oh no, that's not...
I shall return safe and sound.
Your thousand sentiments
will not be in vain.
I am...
Certainly!
...truly and utterly in love with you.
I'm so glad for her.
Captain Jor is admirable, he is.
He is.
I'll have to do my best too.
Every coming day will be a trial.
Sariphi.
Your Majesty.
Your first task as queen's representative
has been decided.
We are to heading to Sabre.
Sabre is the vassal state
closest to the capital of Ozmargo.
Its monarchs, King Tet the Seventh
and Queen Karla,
have four princesses and a newborn prince.
Sariphi, you are to bless the new prince
as the queen's representative.
Bless...
There is no fancy etiquette
for you to follow.
Ozmargo has been without a queen
ever since the passing of the previous.
This task has fallen upon priestesses
in that time.
The previous queen.
She must be his mother.
He talks of her like she's a stranger.
No.
I have my own role to think about first.
Please, Your Majesty!
I implore that you turn down the blessing!
Be reasonable, Karla!
The blessing ceremony
is part of Ozmargo's tradition.
As its vassal state,
we must also abide by that custom.
That may be, but we can't have Karkala
in the arms of a human.
Is he not our precious prince?
Excuse me, Your Majesty!
Border patrol has informed
that the king of Ozmargo has arrived.
Very well.
I have no time to spare
for your selfishness.
Prepare the prince to meet Ozmargo's king!
Your Majesty!
Karkala.
His Majesty is too occupied
with the country's honor.
Nobody cares to lend an ear
to what I have to say.
My sweet, sweet, Karkala.
It's all right.
I will not let a human touch you.
You are the one person I must protect.
The king of Ozmargo has arrived!
Your Majesty!
Long live Ozmargo!
Hooray!
Ozmargo's king.
He's way more imposing than ours.
Welcome. We are so glad to have you,
Your Majesty the King of Ozmargo.
I recall rejecting the need
for an extravagant reception.
Please forgive us.
This is as modest as we can be to greet
a great ruler such as you.
I take that is...
So, she's the one Ozmargo's king
wants to have as his queen.
The human maiden.
Greetings, King of Sabre,
Your Majesty Tet the Seventh,
as well as Your Highness Queen Karla.
I am here today, representing
the queen of Ozmargo,
to perform the blessing ceremony
for your prince.
My name is Sariphi.
What a surprise this is!
The rumored human princess
turned out to be such a darling!
Right, Karla?
Yes, truly.
Most adorable.
Rightfully, the prince
should be with us to greet you,
but unfortunately, he is a little
under the weather this morning.
Please, Karla.
Is he well?
I am grateful for your concern.
He will certainly be before the king
by tomorrow's ceremony.
Well then, we have
a grand banquet prepared for tonight.
Please, savor the glorious delicacies
of Sabre.
As Her Excellency Sariphi
is not fond of strong wine,
we prepared a gentle fruit wine.
I hope you will enjoy it.
Sari's being waited on respectfully.
The queen of Sabre is kind too.
This is quite assuring.
Assuring.
You ate it!
Good, it was.
Lady Sariphi. The waiter will pick it up.
Right, sorry.
This is bad. I feel...
Is something the matter, King of Ozmargo?
Was something not to your liking?
I find myself a tad tired.
I shall retire for the night.
-Come, Sariphi.
-Me too?
Is it not right that my queen
accompanies me to my chamber?
Not another word.
IRKED
I'm sorry, Your Majesty.
I screwed up
at the banquet prepared for us.
I'll be sure to get the ceremony right.
Sariphi, do you not always tell me
to not put on a brave act around you?
Yeah.
If so, wouldn't it be fairer
if you do the same around me?
Your Majesty.
You're right.
I'm used to being hated by demonkind.
I've braced myself.
Except, I could feel
my breath stopping then.
When the queen looked at me,
I've seen it before.
It was the morning after
I learned I'm a sacrifice.
Oh, good morning, Sariphi. You're early.
Breakfast is ready.
Could you go wake Maria up?
Okay.
Since then, I lived my days
like it didn't happen,
up until I was offered to be sacrificed.
But those days were so suffocating,
like I was sinking to the bottom
of a deep, dark ocean.
I didn't feel like I was actually living.
She reminded me of those days.
Eh?
NUZZLE
Your Majesty?
I am a tactless man.
I know not the right words to say.
Hence, I tried to imitate
what you usually do to me.
Bam!
I had lost my nerve until now.
Thinking of tomorrow's ceremony
had me worried.
I'm certain I'll find myself
suffocating again.
It left me unsure
if I could stand on my own two feet
and complete the ceremony.
However...
I'm fine now.
As long as you're with me,
I'll never be back in that cold,
dark ocean.
With you by my side,
my dreams are filled with warmth.
There, there.
Worry not, Karkala.
No human shall ever touch you.
I will protect you
if it's the last thing I do.
And now, His Highness
the First Prince of Sabre, Karkala,
shall undergo the blessing ceremony.
Queen Representative of Ozmargo, Sariphi,
shall face His Highness Karkala.
Honor him with your blessings.
How cute.
I just have to lift him
and bless his forehead.
Oh my. What's wrong Karkala, my dear?
Do forgive him. He's usually so quiet.
There, there.
I'm afraid this holy ritual
cannot proceed.
I'm so sorry. May we postpone this
for another time?
How could you say that, Karla?
Excuse me. I do agree
that he needs a bit of time.
It wouldn't be nice to the child
to take him while he cries.
Even so...
If my queen says so, then so it shall be.
Our stay here lasts for another day.
I shall deal with other businesses first.
Such benevolence.
Thank you so much.
We will proceed as you wish.
Queen Karla.
Rumor has it
that she dotes only on the prince.
She must have deliberately provoked
the prince.
She will stop the ceremony at all costs.
At this rate, your first task
will fail spectacularly.
What now, lass?
Look like the prince
hasn't cheered up yet.
Indeed. I'm terribly sorry.
Um...
May I help soothe the prince
while the kings are having their meeting?
I thank you for the offer,
but I couldn't let Ozmargo's queen
representative meet with any troubles.
Your sentiments are much appreciated.
Is that so?
You must be in need of a way
to pass the time.
Please, have a look around the palace
in the meantime.
I shall fetch a guide for you.
Well...
Please wait.
I humbly offer to show
Ozmargo's queen representative around.
Mother.
Tetra, the precocious tomboy.
I keep having problems thrown at me.
It's like I'm with the Chancellor.
Achoo!
But that's part of what
I find cute about them!
What?
A new correspondence!
An envoy from Zamani
seeks an audience with you!
Goya and Sabre have also sent envoys!
These are all matters relating to
the queen's representative.
Send them away. This is not worth my time.
Are you quite sure?
Her duties have yet to begin.
They should first witness
the queen's representative at work,
and if they remain dissatisfied,
then so be it.
Only then will I hear
what they have to say.
Tell the envoys to pass
this message to their lords.
As you wish.
It appears that I'm not mistaken.
Ever since the holy fete,
there has been a slight change
in the king.
ORIGINAL STORY BY YU TOMOFUJI
More envoys are here today.
While expected,
the backlash is nonetheless strong.
Lady Sariphi must be
beside herself with worry.
I have to help her!
I simply must give her
a word of encouragement.
Lady Sariphi.
Hey, Amit. Why do you look so grim?
Oh?
Ah, nothing. What is that vestment?
The Chancellor said that
even if it's temporary, I can't carry out
the queen's duties
in my usual shabby clothes.
Sari, your regular attire
is just as adowa... adorable, it is!
Is!
Thank you.
Lady Sariphi,
you're very calm despite
the commotion throughout the palace.
Yeah. I'd be lying
if I said I wasn't worried one bit.
But there's no point in worrying
when I haven't started my work.
Being troubled isn't going to make me
a better person.
I just have to do whatever I can
as best as I can.
The next expedition's to Aiphos.
Seems we'll have to suppress
an armed group attacking the city.
The imperial guard.
It has seen countless insurrections
even before the previous king's reign.
Whatever the case, we must be vigilant.
Lady Sariphi has taken on the onerous role
of representing the queen.
Sir Jormungand is on dangerous missions.
As for me...
is there anything I could possibly do?
There is.
A traditional amulet
of my motherland, Mulga,
said to grant fortune and protection.
May injuries never befall you.
May you elude illnesses.
May your wishes come true.
Wishes and prayers
are woven into every plait.
A thousand charms bless this amulet.
This shall go to Lady Sariphi,
who constantly gives me courage.
And also...
-This is for me?
-Yes.
Thank you, Princess Amit.
To think you thought so dearly of me.
Sir Jormungand.
Princess Amit.
What am I entertaining?
Wonderful! The expedition has not left.
I must hand this within the day.
Why, Captain Jormungand?
Why was I left out of the next expedition?
Stop it! The captain's being considerate
since your wife's expecting.
But still!
Our mission is to obey the king,
and it is his will
that the innocent citizens
of the land be kept from harm.
This includes your family.
The mission you should prioritize is
the safety of one such concerned citizen.
It's one that only you can carry out.
Understood! Thank you so much, Captain!
Sir Jormungand.
Any plans for marriage, Captain?
That was sudden.
I'd like to know too!
I...
I swore everything that I am,
my sword, body, and mind, to the king.
I don't ever intend to have a spouse.
An amulet for me? Did you make this?
This is a Mulgan amulet.
-Each plait contains a charm, it does.
-Does.
-I'm so happy. Thank you.
-So happy!
I'll take good care of it.
Amit, who's the other amulet for?
This is...
Is it for Jormungand?
-Lady Sariphi!
-What's up?
This amulet is made
with its wearer in mind,
down to the thousandth weave.
Yet... Yet I was so foolish.
I was occupied with the notion
of catching his attention.
That his heart may draw closer to mine.
I am filled with such immense shame.
There is absolutely no way
that I could pass this over to him.
Amit, is it shameful to want
the person you love to turn your way?
I don't think so.
However! Unlike me,
never once have you acted
with your desires
taking precedence above all!
That's not true.
All I've done was spend
my life doing nothing
since I gave up on
my own feelings and needs.
But you know,
just recently, I surprised myself
by how greedy I've become.
You? Greedy?
That's right.
After all, a regular human girl
wants to stand by the king's side.
Nothing could be greedier than this.
Amit, I think you could do
with a little bit of greed.
I'm sure there isn't a single lie
in those thousand feelings
you put in that amulet.
I...
I must...
Sir Jormungand!
Princess Amit. Is something
the matter that's causing you to rush?
This is... for you.
A Mulgan amulet.
For me, you say?
It contains numerous blessings,
so that you may safely complete
your mission.
Would you please take this amulet
and let it accompany you on your way?
Oh, forgive me
for forcing my selfish sentiments upon you
when you live solely for your duty.
Despite that, I...
What a pickle.
Your good name will be sullied
should I fail to accomplish my mission.
What? Oh no, that's not...
I shall return safe and sound.
Your thousand sentiments
will not be in vain.
I am...
Certainly!
...truly and utterly in love with you.
I'm so glad for her.
Captain Jor is admirable, he is.
He is.
I'll have to do my best too.
Every coming day will be a trial.
Sariphi.
Your Majesty.
Your first task as queen's representative
has been decided.
We are to heading to Sabre.
Sabre is the vassal state
closest to the capital of Ozmargo.
Its monarchs, King Tet the Seventh
and Queen Karla,
have four princesses and a newborn prince.
Sariphi, you are to bless the new prince
as the queen's representative.
Bless...
There is no fancy etiquette
for you to follow.
Ozmargo has been without a queen
ever since the passing of the previous.
This task has fallen upon priestesses
in that time.
The previous queen.
She must be his mother.
He talks of her like she's a stranger.
No.
I have my own role to think about first.
Please, Your Majesty!
I implore that you turn down the blessing!
Be reasonable, Karla!
The blessing ceremony
is part of Ozmargo's tradition.
As its vassal state,
we must also abide by that custom.
That may be, but we can't have Karkala
in the arms of a human.
Is he not our precious prince?
Excuse me, Your Majesty!
Border patrol has informed
that the king of Ozmargo has arrived.
Very well.
I have no time to spare
for your selfishness.
Prepare the prince to meet Ozmargo's king!
Your Majesty!
Karkala.
His Majesty is too occupied
with the country's honor.
Nobody cares to lend an ear
to what I have to say.
My sweet, sweet, Karkala.
It's all right.
I will not let a human touch you.
You are the one person I must protect.
The king of Ozmargo has arrived!
Your Majesty!
Long live Ozmargo!
Hooray!
Ozmargo's king.
He's way more imposing than ours.
Welcome. We are so glad to have you,
Your Majesty the King of Ozmargo.
I recall rejecting the need
for an extravagant reception.
Please forgive us.
This is as modest as we can be to greet
a great ruler such as you.
I take that is...
So, she's the one Ozmargo's king
wants to have as his queen.
The human maiden.
Greetings, King of Sabre,
Your Majesty Tet the Seventh,
as well as Your Highness Queen Karla.
I am here today, representing
the queen of Ozmargo,
to perform the blessing ceremony
for your prince.
My name is Sariphi.
What a surprise this is!
The rumored human princess
turned out to be such a darling!
Right, Karla?
Yes, truly.
Most adorable.
Rightfully, the prince
should be with us to greet you,
but unfortunately, he is a little
under the weather this morning.
Please, Karla.
Is he well?
I am grateful for your concern.
He will certainly be before the king
by tomorrow's ceremony.
Well then, we have
a grand banquet prepared for tonight.
Please, savor the glorious delicacies
of Sabre.
As Her Excellency Sariphi
is not fond of strong wine,
we prepared a gentle fruit wine.
I hope you will enjoy it.
Sari's being waited on respectfully.
The queen of Sabre is kind too.
This is quite assuring.
Assuring.
You ate it!
Good, it was.
Lady Sariphi. The waiter will pick it up.
Right, sorry.
This is bad. I feel...
Is something the matter, King of Ozmargo?
Was something not to your liking?
I find myself a tad tired.
I shall retire for the night.
-Come, Sariphi.
-Me too?
Is it not right that my queen
accompanies me to my chamber?
Not another word.
IRKED
I'm sorry, Your Majesty.
I screwed up
at the banquet prepared for us.
I'll be sure to get the ceremony right.
Sariphi, do you not always tell me
to not put on a brave act around you?
Yeah.
If so, wouldn't it be fairer
if you do the same around me?
Your Majesty.
You're right.
I'm used to being hated by demonkind.
I've braced myself.
Except, I could feel
my breath stopping then.
When the queen looked at me,
I've seen it before.
It was the morning after
I learned I'm a sacrifice.
Oh, good morning, Sariphi. You're early.
Breakfast is ready.
Could you go wake Maria up?
Okay.
Since then, I lived my days
like it didn't happen,
up until I was offered to be sacrificed.
But those days were so suffocating,
like I was sinking to the bottom
of a deep, dark ocean.
I didn't feel like I was actually living.
She reminded me of those days.
Eh?
NUZZLE
Your Majesty?
I am a tactless man.
I know not the right words to say.
Hence, I tried to imitate
what you usually do to me.
Bam!
I had lost my nerve until now.
Thinking of tomorrow's ceremony
had me worried.
I'm certain I'll find myself
suffocating again.
It left me unsure
if I could stand on my own two feet
and complete the ceremony.
However...
I'm fine now.
As long as you're with me,
I'll never be back in that cold,
dark ocean.
With you by my side,
my dreams are filled with warmth.
There, there.
Worry not, Karkala.
No human shall ever touch you.
I will protect you
if it's the last thing I do.
And now, His Highness
the First Prince of Sabre, Karkala,
shall undergo the blessing ceremony.
Queen Representative of Ozmargo, Sariphi,
shall face His Highness Karkala.
Honor him with your blessings.
How cute.
I just have to lift him
and bless his forehead.
Oh my. What's wrong Karkala, my dear?
Do forgive him. He's usually so quiet.
There, there.
I'm afraid this holy ritual
cannot proceed.
I'm so sorry. May we postpone this
for another time?
How could you say that, Karla?
Excuse me. I do agree
that he needs a bit of time.
It wouldn't be nice to the child
to take him while he cries.
Even so...
If my queen says so, then so it shall be.
Our stay here lasts for another day.
I shall deal with other businesses first.
Such benevolence.
Thank you so much.
We will proceed as you wish.
Queen Karla.
Rumor has it
that she dotes only on the prince.
She must have deliberately provoked
the prince.
She will stop the ceremony at all costs.
At this rate, your first task
will fail spectacularly.
What now, lass?
Look like the prince
hasn't cheered up yet.
Indeed. I'm terribly sorry.
Um...
May I help soothe the prince
while the kings are having their meeting?
I thank you for the offer,
but I couldn't let Ozmargo's queen
representative meet with any troubles.
Your sentiments are much appreciated.
Is that so?
You must be in need of a way
to pass the time.
Please, have a look around the palace
in the meantime.
I shall fetch a guide for you.
Well...
Please wait.
I humbly offer to show
Ozmargo's queen representative around.
Mother.
Tetra, the precocious tomboy.
I keep having problems thrown at me.
It's like I'm with the Chancellor.
Achoo!
But that's part of what
I find cute about them!
What?