Shiro Seijo to Kuro Bokushi (Saint Cecilia and Pastor Lawrence)

Saints protect the people,

and we protect those who protect us.

Do you understand, Lawrence?

Should you ever meet a saint, you mustn't forget that.

After all, you're a bit different from the rest.

Pastor!

Oh, hello there.

I'm sorry to bother you when you're busy.

There's something that my boy wants to talk to only the lady saint about.

What's wrong to make you make such a face?

It's quite all right.

She doesn't have any appointments right now.

The lady saint is inside.

Lady Saint!

Yes?

Is there something you wished to speak with me about?

So, that's how my friend and I left things after we fought.

It's gonna be hard to start seeing them again tomorrow.

Lady Saint, what should I do?

Well, what would make it less painful to see them again?

What?

Um...

maybe to go back to how we were before the fight?

Lady Saint! Can you use your powers to make time go backwards?

No, I can't.

All I can do is guide someone as they walk their path.

If that someone doesn't gather up their courage and walk, well...

And you already know what you should do, don't you?

Don't worry. That's the right path.

Was it disrespectful of us to come and ask the lady saint for advice?

Not at all.

The lady saint will hear any worries one might have.

She accepts people's doubts and indecisions and lends a helping hand.

That is the duty of a saint, after all.

Episode 1

The Relationship Between Them

Excellent work, Lady Saint.

But I was wondering...

Droop...

Don't you think there's too great a disparity

between your previous demeanor and your current appearance?

That doesn't matter, does it?

After all, you're the only one here right now, Lawren.

Really?

Don't worry, Lawren.

If anyone comes, I'll straighten up right away.

That isn't really the issue I was—

Pastor!

I have something I'd like to give the lady saint!

Oh, just a moment!

Oh, Lady Saint! You always look so lovely.

For some reason, the lady saint acts lazy, but only in front of me.

You flatter me.

Laze...

As I asked before, Lady Saint, why do you do that?

Because there's no one here anymore.

And as I mentioned, that isn't the issue I was—

Lady Saint!

Hello, everyone!

Why does she only laze around like that in front of me?

Bye bye, Lady Saint! Pastor!

Droop...

Lady Saint!

I think that's taking lazing around a little too far.

Lazing around?

Yes.

Why do you laze around like that as soon as it's just me here with you?

Um, that's because...

You ask that, but you're the one who doesn't let me do anything.

You won't let me dig with the hoe.

Because you might fall and hurt yourself.

And you won't let me cook either.

Because you might burn yourself.

Overprotective.

Well then!

I'm going to go on my rounds and visit all the homes.

Lady Saint, you—

I'll go, too!

What?

But you'll have to walk a ways.

I will go.

All right.

But if they ask you to show them a miracle,

please make sure to skillfully dodge the topic.

Your mysterious powers aren't something that can be seen with the eyes, after all.

I understand.

Will you really be all right?

How rude.

In that case, I'll show you right here.

Yes, please do.

Here I have a deck of cards...

You're staying here!

I-I'll be fine!

I promise I won't do anything weird!

All right.

Then, I'll go make the necessary preparations.

All right!

I-I'm going out with Lawren?

I'm so happy!

Oh, but before that...

Angels of the church, gather here!

You angels.

You've been following Lawren around again, haven't you?

I completely understand that he's comfortable to be around,

but can't you please refrain just a little bit?

Actually, I'm jealous, so please just stop doing that.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

Is something wrong?

Oh, um, well...

Come on, let's hurry on our way!

Wait, please.

If you hurry, you could trip and fall!

You're in a very good mood.

Pastor, Lady Saint, hello!

Hello!

Really.

Why is it only in front of me that she doesn't pretend like that?

He's slow.

Then, if you have no objections, next week, we'll do the same thing.

Oh, it's the lady saint!

Lady Saint!

Please show us a miracle!

A miracle! A miracle!

I know we're in the middle of a conversation, but if I could take a moment?

I couldn't steer them away from the idea,

so I exercised my right to stay silent.

You really seemed to be at a loss back there.

Well, I mean...

Right now, we have to find a way to convince the children...

Lady Saint, you're amazing!

Oh, it worked.

Oh, Lady Saint,

I'd like to stop by there for a little while.

Are you going to buy something?

No.

Since we're here, I thought I'd say hello to the shop owner.

Would it be all right if I took a little time here?

Yes, that would be fine.

Stare...

So sorry for scaring you!

Hello.

Pastor, it's been a long time since the last time you came by.

A clothing shop?

I'm sorry I can't stop by more often.

Lady Saint, you should have a look around, if you'd like!

In that case, I'll take you at your word and indulge myself.

She really is used to switching back and forth like that.

How is Eric doing?

She has all sorts of things here.

He's great!

That's wonderful to hear.

It-It's so incredibly lovely!

How rare! She showed her true nature in front of someone!

Amazing, isn't it?

All the girls who come in here are overjoyed by it.

A wedding dress isn't something you get to see very often, after all!

Wedding?

Oh, right.

The pastor's church doesn't ever do weddings, does it?

The opportunity hardly ever arises.

The daughter of a good friend who lives far away is getting married soon,

so my friend asked me to make the dress.

I finished it a little sooner than planned, so I'm displaying it here for a little while.

I see.

To be able to wear something like this...

she must be so very happy.

Ugh, she's just so cute.

I really wanted a daughter.

Why are you looking at me?

You don't have a daughter?

All I have are sons.

Which is why I just can't leave cute girls like you alone, Lady Saint.

N-No, I'm really not at all...

What are you talking about?

Everyone in this village says that about you, you know?

I-I don't know anything about that!

I really wanted a daughter.

So, why are you looking at me?

Well, I guess that's enough for today.

Lady Saint, here, take this.

What?

Since you came all the way here, take a piece of clothing with you.

Oh, I couldn't. Just the thought is enough.

What are you talking about?

Lady Saint, you're always helping us out.

Please accept things from us, too.

Drip...

Oh, my. I never imagined it would make you this happy.

But, rather than a piece of clothing like that,

I'll make a wedding dress for you any time, all right?

L-Let's go, Lawren!

Please don't dash outside like that!

If you'll excuse us.

Lady Saint, please wait!

Are you feeling somehow unwell?

N-No, I'm fine.

Oh, look, Lawren! It's a cat!

Just approaching an animal always makes them run away from me.

Just once, I wish I could touch one.

I hope his wish will be granted one day.