Dies Irae (ディエス・イレ)

I wished that I could make time stand still.

A moment of happiness that could last for an eternity.

You wouldn't have to fight,

and it wouldn't matter how many times you repeated it.

Because it was important. It needed to be protected.

It's not like it was overly special either.

I just wanted those simple, ordinary days to last forever.

I know nothing ever does.

But still...

Shirou... why are you like this?

Why do you have to destroy everything?

Beats me.

For some reason, I've always liked doing

the opposite of what you did. I don't even know why.

Damn it. The déjà vu never stops.

Heh. It's hilarious.

It feels like I've been through this countless times before.

Well, thanks again for everything.

Mm-hmm.

You're not going to stick around and wait for that girl

that always comes to see you?

She's supposed to be at school today.

So I thought I'd split before she showed up

and got on everyone's nerves.

I appreciate it,

but if you leave without her, she's gonna be angry.

Huh. I'll take my chances, I guess.

Oh, and Mister Fujii?

I wanted to say I was sorry about what happened

with Mister Yusa.

You don't need to be sorry.

He's responsible for all the stupid choices he makes.

Too bad they have an effect on everyone else.

Here we are again. It's Christmas.

What was I doing this time last year?

Whether you're ready for it or not,

time just keeps moving forward.

Of course it does. How stupid.

Ren!

Ren! You can hear me, can't you?

Hey! Look at me! Don't you dare ignore me!

Ren, I know that's you! Would ya turn around, already?

Hey you! Ren Fujii!

Why won't you answer me, you damned ingrate?

Come on!

-- Ow! --

My poor coccyx.

You look ridiculous. What the hell are you doing?

That's supposed to be my line, you know!

And what's the deal with you ignoring me, anyway?

I think most people would do the same,

if you started screaming their name like a banshee.

Here, I'll help you up, Kasumi.

Oh, thank you.

There. Now that I have your attention,

what were you thinking leaving the hospital without me?

Did you just forget I said I was gonna come and get you?

I don't know.

That is exactly your problem, Ren!

That stupid fight of yours landed your butt

in the hospital. And since I'm a true friend,

I was so worried that I came by to visit every day.

Then you dare to leave without telling me,

which meant I had to start running up and down the

nearby streets like a maniac looking for you!

So what does that mean you are?

An Ingrate! And I am not a banshee!

You're picking a fight you can't win!

Okay fine! You're right, I am totally at fault here.

There, I apologized, so why don't you gimme a break?

Yeah, well. I'm not sure that's good enough.

What do you want me to do?

Ha! Now that you mention it, I wanted you to join me.

I already snagged a couple tickets.

The Swords of the World Exhibition!

Whoa! This is awesome!

Some of 'em look like they're straight out of a video game.

Like, the highest level gear.

It's sort of romantic in a weird way.

Know what I mean? Like all the history and stuff.

You okay? You're looking kinda pale.

I guess it slipped your mind that I

really don't like this stuff at all.

I remember. But you need to get over it.

It's not like they're gonna jump out

and stab you or anything, so why don't you like blades?

I'm not exactly sure why.

Maybe no reason.

It's just a gut feeling. Who knows where it comes from?

Oh really? Why not use this as a chance to overcome your fear?

This is a real problem for you after all.

You can't even hold a kitchen knife,

and boys need to learn to cook for themselves, nowadays!

Okay, but do you have to drag me around like this?

Hey. You can actually do this, can't you?

I don't...

Hold on! Now where are you going?

A guillotine? Weird.

I wonder what it's doing all the way back here.

Sure, it's got a blade on it,

but that isn't what the exhibit's about.

We should go. There's something kinda scary about it.

No doubt.

You... The same.

Become the same... as me.

I've waited.

Hey. I'm sorry.

You were just discharged, I should've known better.

Anyone in your condition would've gotten sick if they

were surrounded by things they hate, wouldn't they?

It's fine.

I'm the one who made things difficult for you.

I didn't think I would pass out, though.

It's pretty embarrassing.

Feeling better now?

I just need to get some rest.

There's no need for you to worry.

Good, because tomorrow morning, it'll be time for you

to head back to school.

I'll come by and make sure you're awake, okay?

] Sure, but can you do me a small favor?

Huh?

Use the front door, like a normal person!

Ugh! The door is a complete waste of time!

'Cause this hole leads directly into my room.

And that hole leads right into Shirou's room.

Beside, it makes it easier for us to help each other out!

And wasn't that, like,

the main reason we moved here in the first place?

It's fine, isn't it?

It isn't fine!

If our parents knew we were doing this,

they'd be rolling in thier graves.

And anyway. Shirou's not gonna come around here anymore.

You don't know that! I still believe he'll come back to us

after he's sorted out his issues.

So don't you dare seal up that hole to his room.

You're being delusional. He's not coming back.

Here, let me help ya out. See ya later!

Where am I?

We meet once again, Dear Cagliostro.

Damn, that felt so real.

What happened? Are you okay?

Sorry. You just started screaming so loud.

Must've been one heckuva nightmare.

Yeah.

-- --What's going on?

Kinda early to hear sirens like that.

Hey, didja hear? Somebody got murdered!

Yeah, it was gruesome.

I mean, the guy's head was cut clean off.

Seriously? Man. That is so messed up.

It's just a rumor,

but the person who found the body goes to this school.

Oh. Ren, where ya going? What about lunch?

Sorry. I don't have much of an appetite.

You can eat mine, if you want.

Huh? You gotta be kidding!

Hmph.

Sounds like this is gonna be interesting.

So what's up?

Hey.

Burr... I'm cold. Like frozen.

Please warm me up.

Please, Fujii.

If you would just give it to me, I would be so happy.