Synopsis: Ranma and Hou Ren reunite and restart their channel. Shiloh also joins them, but things suddenly take a wrong turn...
In the previous story, Tasuku calls Hou, Lost Ren, Shiloh, Garga, and Emma, as well as Light & Agent Ren, for a meeting. While Agent Ren and Light must stay behind to handle the branch, the remaining 5 must continue their battles on the frontlines. Da Dan then challenges Hou, but he was ultimately defeated and disqualified for cheating. In the end, the prelims are over, and the second round starts in a week.
Anime Opening: Black & White.
A live stream is being held on Ranma & Hou Ren's ex channel as the intro is being played out. After a while, the two appear on stream.
Both: Wadddup, Pals.
Hou Ren: It's been a while since we did a live stream, and we apologise for not uploading lately, but we are back now.
Ranma: And today we are here in Singapore, and we are going to perform massive skateboard stunts at this skateboard park.
The stream shows an overview of the dangerous skateboard park and immediately moves to Ranma filming Hou Ren with no gear and on a skateboard at the start of one of its rides. The comments are coming in like crazy.
Hou Ren: Uh, Ranma...I still don't think this is a good idea, you know.
Ranma: Relax. You're the Ace of Games. You got this.
Hou Ren: Alright, guess we're doing this.
Hou Ren immediately sets off on his skateboard. His stunts are amazing as he did some flips around. The comments are pouring in like crazy regarding his tricks. Just then, Shiloh joins in and greets Ranma.
Shiloh: Hey, Guys.
Ranma: (Turns his attention) Shiloh. What are you doing here? Oh, wait, what the.
The comments are once again spamming excitedly about Shiloh's appearance. Saying nice stuff about her and so on.
Ranma: Oh god. The comments are going in like crazy.
Shiloh: Wait, are you live-streaming?
Ranma: Oh, uh....sorry, I'll turn around.
Shiloh: No, no, it's fine. I'm okay with it.
Hou Ren: Woooooohooo. This is great!!! Huh? (Spots Shiloh) SHILOH, OVER HERE. NO HANDS.
Shiloh: Whoa. I didn't know Hou Ren could skate like that.
Ranma: There's a lot you don't know about him.
With one last flip and spin from Hou Ren, he immediately lands in a smooth way. Ranma and Shiloh cheered, and so did the comments.
Ranma: Now that's what I call an epic landing. Nice work, dude. (High fives)
Hou Ren: (High fives back) Yeah. And check it out, the comments are even more wild.
Shiloh: You're right. They're saying, "that's aces", "wicked", "do more stunts".
Ranma: I know. I wonder what we should do next.
Hou Ren: Also, Shiloh? What are you doing here in Singapore?
Shiloh: I've called you multiple times. And you didn't pick up.
Hou Ren: Wait, what? (Check his phone and saw a bunch of missed calls) Oh...Oops...
Shiloh: I then used the portal card to bring myself to you, and well, I didn't expect you and Ranma to be live-streaming.
Hou Ren: Sorry...
Shiloh: It's okay. (Holds Hou Ren's hand) But don't do that again, or else I will break up with you. You know how worried I am.
Hou Ren: I know... I'll give you a heads up next time. I promise.
Ranma: Wait...what's this?
Suddenly, the three are seeing a bunch of mean comments on their live stream, such as saying "eww, are you dating her", "How Dare He", "arrest this man". They are even losing views and so on.....
Hou Ren: Uh Oh.....
Ranma: This is bad, we're losing subs and views.....Oh god.
Hou Ren: End the stream. End The Stream.
Ranma immediately ends the stream, and both Shiloh and Hou Ren are shocked by what just happened. After a while, nighttime has arrived. Hou Ren is in his room thinking about what just happened with his arms on the table. Hou Ren remembers the aftermath.
Hou Ren: It's just mean comments, right?
Shiloh: Yeah. I get mean comments too sometimes.
Ranma: But I'm worried. There were 20000 people watching and... I don't know what's going to happen next.
Hou Ren: I'm sure everything will be fine. I mean, it's just jealous people.
As the flashback cuts back to the present, Hou Ren feels a bit anxious.
Hou Ren: (Thought) But why does my gut tell me that I am wrong?
Suddenly, his phone just rang. A notification pops up. Hou Ren looks at it and is very shocked. Apparently, someone made an anonymous account and posted a lot of false rumors regarding the two. A bunch of mean comments and death threats are also made. Allegations one after another. This made him very terrified.
Side Note: GUYS. THIS IS NOT IN REAL LIFE, OKAY. IT'S JUST A FANTASY STORY MADE FOR PURE ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE ANY FALSE ASSUMPTIONS. Okay?
Hou Ren: N....No....
The next day at a park, Hou Ren is sitting alone on a bench. He is incredibly stern and sad. He wears his old white hoodie and covers his face. Shiloh then joins him.
Shiloh: Hey, Hou, you said you wanna talk alone. So what's up?
Hou Ren: Yeah...about that...Can you please sit down first?
Shiloh: What's wrong? (Sits down) Is everything okay?
Hou Ren: I'll explain in a minute. Thank gosh this place doesn't have cameras.
As they sat in tense silence, a weight hung heavily in the air, suffocating any remnants of joy that once defined their relationship. Hou Ren stared blankly at the ground, his heart racing as he braced himself for the conversation he had dreaded.
Hou Ren: Honestly. I don't know where to begin. All I can say is that I can't shake off what happened yesterday.
Shiloh: What are you saying? They're just mean comments, right? We can work this out.
Hou Ren: (shakes head) It's more than just mean comments. There were death threats everywhere on social media. We were labeled badly everywhere.
Shiloh: But still, nothing we can't handle, right? Like--
Hou Ren: My parents were horrified yesterday. I was really overwhelmed. At first, I thought it was fine, like you said, but no, they just keep piling up.Sure, you can handle it, but me?
Shiloh: I...
Hou Ren: Did your brothers know about this by chance?
Shiloh: They did. They were absolutely upset, too. Right now, we've made a video addressing the situation. But Hou, who cares about that, like...I don't care about those things; I just want to be with you.
Hou Ren: I do too...I know you care about me as much as I care about you. Or...that's what I would say if I'm okay with it.
Upon hearing this statement, Shiloh's eyes widen even more, and her expression symbolizes despair.
Shiloh: Wh...what are you saying? You mean...
Hou Ren: (grips his left wrist tightly and nods hesitantly) I'm breaking up with you.
The glass suddenly shatters in the background.
Shiloh: What? You...You're joking? Is this some sort of prank?
Hou Ren shakes his head in regret while feeling sad. Shiloh suddenly becomes really desperate.
Shiloh: But...They are just false rumors. You even said we shouldn't care about what people said about us.
Hou Ren: But still, the situation is very massive, and we can't afford to turn a blind eye. A lot of people would just hate us even more if we continue being together. Or worse.
Shiloh: But Hou... I want to be with you...I just...(Start Crying) I don't want to lose you.
Hou Ren: (Crying) You think I actually wanted this? I want to be with you too so badly, but I had no choice. I'm sorry, but this is the only way...
Suddenly, it started raining, and Shiloh tearfully slapped Hou Ren's face very hard. Hou Ren immediately got up and ran off in the opposite direction.....
Shiloh: (Crying and yelling) NO!!!! HOU !!!!!! COME BACK!!!! (Drops down on her knees in tears)
As Hou Ren runs without looking back, his forehead is absolutely shadowed. His tears are shown as he runs. He feels so angry and upset. He ran and ran, wanting to forget what had just happened. He is deeply heartbroken. Meanwhile, Shiloh was still on her knees, crying over what had just happened. Like Hou Ren, she is deeply heartbroken...Somewhere nearby, Garga was shocked to see what happened and immediately rushed to Shiloh's aid to cover her with an Umbrella.
Garga: Come On, Shiloh.
Shiloh: LEAVE ME ALONE, GARGA.
Garga: NO. IT'S DANGEROUS FOR YOU TO BE OUT IN THE RAIN. YOU'RE GONNA GET SOAKED...(comforts her) It's okay....It's okay...I'm right here.....
As Garga comforts her and softly takes her to shelter, he feels devastated regarding what just happened. Especially with his Buddy.....
Garga: Hou Ren...
The Rain is so heavy that thunder sparks loudly. Hou Ren ran even more without looking back while feeling even more depressed and angry. His clothes are all soaked, and he stops for a bit. He feels exhausted, and he feels so defeated as he drops down on his knees. He looks up at the stormy sky, and the rain follows his tears down his face. His eyes are still completely shadowed. He finally looks down, feeling officially defeated, with his hands on his lap in a very upset manner.
A week has passed, and the mood is incredibly down. Shiloh is currently in her hotel room, feeling sad while she looks at her phone. Elijah steps into her room. He is incredibly concerned.
Elijah: Shiloh? Are you okay?
But Shiloh didn't respond as she continued looking at her phone, feeling emotionless.
Elijah: (Sigh) You need to move on, Shiloh. It's been a week, and if you're still like this, I don't know how to help you.
Shiloh, as usual, didn't respond. Outside of her hotel room, her remaining siblings watch in sadness.
Judah: It's a good thing we're able to clear the allegations.
Micah: But the culprit is still on the loose.
Josiah: And the damage...(sigh) I can't even imagine why someone would do this.
Meanwhile, at Hou Ren's house, the latter is also looking at his phone, feeling emotionless. Garga, just like Elijah, feels incredibly concerned.
Garga: Come On, Hou Ren. You need to move on. I know what happened was rough, but you really need to heal your wounds.
Hou Ren: Except those wounds are scars...
Garga: Enough. I can't bear to look at you feeling so upset all day.
Outside his room, Hou Ren's parents are feeling worried.
Hou Ren's Mother: He's gone through alot...
Hou Ren's Father: But a breakup...My son....
Suddenly, Hou Ren's phone rang, and it was revealed to be Ranma...
Hou Ren: (picks up the phone) Yes, Ranma? ... Umm...Okay?
Later at a mall, Hou Ren and Garga are walking, and what stands before them is a stern Ranma and a floating and cloudy Destroyer.
Ranma: You made it.
Hou Ren: Yeah. You said you want to talk at this location. So, what do you want?
Ranma: Only one answer: I challenge you to a buddyfight.
At the stage.
Ion: Whenever there's a buddyfight, you can find us, Ion & Takokichi. It's the second round of the Gaen Cup, and today's match features Ranma and Hou Ren.
Tako: Those two displayed fierce spirit during the playoffs long ago. Along with the fact that they are the "Ace of Games". I wonder what we will see today.
Vile Ranma: Hold on. I want to make a request. I want this match not to count as a second-round match.
Ion: Huh? Oh...Okay Sure.
Vile Ranma: Thanks, Ion. Let's do this.
Hou Ren: (Moodless) Whatever you say. A deity dragon's brigade expects the unexpected. Come On. Luminize. Dradeity Exspecta.
Vile Ranma: Reveal the gateway to the lost dimension. Let this world roam in despair. Luminize...Dimension Gate Rebirth.
Ion & Tako: Buddy...fight.
Both: Raise the flag. Dragon World.
Ion: Hou Ren will go first.
Hou Ren: Draw. Charge and Draw. I buddycall Garga to the right.
Garga: (Appears) All are powerless before my blade.
Hou Ren: Cast. Deity dragon tribe's banquet. (Ability) And I equip Deity Dragon Sword, Garblade "The Future". (Equips)
Ion: Oh my, I haven't seen "The Future" in a while.
Hou Ren: Garga, attack the fighter.
Garga: As you wish.
Vile Ranma's Life: 10 -> 7
Ion: Garga deals 3 damage to Ranma. And with that, Hou's turn is over.
Ranma: Behold...(Reveals the Lost World flag in his hand) Cover the flag...LOST WORLD REBORN.
Ranma's flag immediately changed to Lost World Reborn.
Ion: There it is. Lost World's evolved version. It's Lost World Reborn.
Ranma: Deck Addition. Lost Vanity Endgame.
Destroyer appears...
Ranma: Vile demonic Dragon, Vanity Husk Destroyer REB. My turn. Draw. Charge and Draw. Agonia to the center.
Ion: Ranma then uses D suction to destroy Agonia and draw 2 cards and gain 1 life. With Agonia's effect, he increases his hand even more, along with his gauge.
Ranma: Now tremble in fear. Quake in terror. And be consumed by despair. I buddycall to the right.
Vile Ranma's Life: 8 -> 9
Destroyer REB appears.
Ranma: I equip Lostless Saber. Agoniagyll Dlhyvalam to the left. Destroyer, attack Garga.
Destroyer: I shall grant that wish. (Attacks) Dimension door, Origin Slayer.
Hou Ren's Life: 12 -> 10
Destroy successfully hits Garga, and Garga revives with Soulguard.
Hou Ren: Counterattack on Agonia.
Garga counterattacks Agoniagyll.
Ion: With Agoniagyll destroyed, Ranma gains 3 life.
Vile Ranma: Double attack.
Destroyer: Dimension door, Origin Slayer.
Hou Ren's Life: 10 -> 8
Destroyer once again hits Garga....
Garga: Curse you...(Destroyed)
Ion: Oh no, Garga was destroyed. But for some reason, Hou Ren feels down instead of reacting to it with shock...what's going on?
Ranma: Tch. (Attacks) Lostless Saber's effect.
Hou Ren's hand: 4 -> 3
Hou Ren's Life: 8 -> 7
Ranma: Double attack.
Hou Ren's hand: 3 -> 2
Hou Ren's Life: 7 -> 6
Ion: Whoa, Ranma attacked so many times, and yet Hou Ren has shown no signs of stopping them.
Ranma: My turn isn't over yet. I cast Dimension Wave. I destroy Destroyer.
Destroyer is destroyed while Ranma gains the effects.
Ranma: Now Behold and Listen. And sear this moment into your soul. Vile demonic deity dragon, Vanity Epoch Destroyer REB to the right.
Vanity Epoch Destroyer REB appeared on the right.
Ion: It's here. Destroyer's other evolved form. Vanity Epoch Destroyer REB. With his effect, Garblade "The future" is destroyed.
Garblade is defeated. And Vile Ranma is really disappointed.
Vile Ranma: Honestly, Hou, this is pathetic. I thought you would fight with passion. I even heard from Daryl that you were trained by Guru Bunbuku. Now look at you. You look so weak and depressed. Did breaking Up With Shiloh throw off your game?
But Hou is completely moodless and empty.
Hou Ren: I have no comment.
Vile Ranma: Yes, you do. Unbelievable. Letting mean comments damage your spirit easily? I thought you were stronger than that.
Hou Ren: It's not just mean comments. There were death threats for crying out loud. Multiple allegations were made against me.
Vile Ranma: Even still, the case was solved, wasn't it?
Hou Ren: Doesn't matter. I still broke up with her. You have no idea what it feels like, Ranma.
Vile Ranma: Yes. I. Do. Literally, you want to know what it's like seeing my best friend drift away from me once? It was hurtful. I couldn't heal myself even after being Vile Ranma. But You. You brought me back to the light. You made me realize that you were always by my side. What happened to the Hou Ren who is full of compassion? Where's the Hou Ren who saved me when I was consumed by Hate?
Hou Ren: He's gone. Gone for life.
Vile Ranma: That's not true. I know somewhere in there that the real Hou Ren still exists. And I will break through that thick skull of yours to get him back. Destroyer.
Destroyer: I shall grant that wish.
Hou Ren's Life: 6 -> 3
Destroyer: Double attack.
Ion: If this attack lands, Hou Ren's gonna lose.
Hou Ren: I cast, Blue Dragon Shield. (Blocks)
Hou Ren's gauge: 2 -> 3
Ion: He blocked the attack. And with that, Vile Ranma's turn is over.
Vile Ranma: There's something I wanna ask, Hou. Are you sure what you did was right? Is this what you want?
Meanwhile, Hou's eyes are completely blocked by shadow. He lets out a sigh and responds. Elsewhere, Tasuku, Elijah, and his siblings, Hou Ren's parents, and his friends are watching with concern from their homes.
Hou Ren: What other choice do I have? I don't want to see her getting hurt. (Grips his left wrist) I just couldn't...I just want to stop the hate that's coming. Never again...never the same situation once again.
Vile Ranma: What situation?
Hou Ren: You know exactly what I'm talking about. The unfair backlash the Draknights, including myself, face. The neglect from my parents, my friends, everything. I just...(crying) I just don't understand. Why won't people just let me do my thing in peace?
Ion & Garga: (Worried) Hou ...
Hou Ren: My biggest regret is having a crush on her in the first place. If I had just kept my feelings and emotions to myself, then none of this would have happened.
Tasuku: (Worried) Hou...
Hou Ren: But I was incredibly stubborn and blind. As punishment, I received a lot of hate. Here I thought love is all that matters. But there are some things I must consider.
Vile Ranma: Exactly. There are things you need to consider. Let me ask. What are you going to do with Shiloh in relationship terms?
Hou Ren: Spend time with her? Teach her more about Buddyfight? Respect her privacy and choices. Support her?
Vile Ranma: Exactly. You just want to support and be with her in any way you can. Just admit, deep down, a part of her still exists within you.
Hou Ren: (Realized) Yeah...(wipes off tears, determined) Yeah, I do.
Ranma: (smiles) You yourself want her to smile brightly, no matter what. After all, you loved her dearly. More than anything else, so to speak.
Hou Ren: Indeed. I want to protect her and care for her. I want to see her smile every day. Shield her like no tomorrow. If anything, I'll gladly take a bullet if I have to.
Suddenly, Hou Ren's deck & aura glows blue. Garga felt surprised.
Hou Ren: I'll always protect those I love. I always get back on my own two feet. Why? It's simple. I am a champion. I'm a Draknight. Forever...THE ACE OF GAMES.
Suddenly, Power surrounds him like crazy. Lighting forms around him. Everyone is shocked. Hou Ren glows bright and yells as incredible amounts of power surge through him. In the dropzone, Garga glows too.
Vile Ranma: What's happening to him?
Destroyer: I can sense it, I can sense incredible power flowing through him...
Garga: I can feel it too...Me and Hou Ren are starting to evolve...
On his deck, A glowing card is being created and hands itself to the young Ace.
Hou Ren: TRANSFORM.
Hou Ren is suddenly engulfed in a lightning tornado. Leaving Everyone in surprise.
Ion: WOAH, WHAT'S HAPPENING TO HIM?
As the tornado stops, Hou Ren suddenly emerges in a new armor. His hair is longer. His face is confident and bright. His headgear is fierce and loyal. The armor shines as it aligns with the other. Being a shiny diamond. He also wields a new sword. Furthermore, His wings appear in 3 sets and a larger size.
Hou Ren: Attribute Deity Dragon Tribe...and Dragod. Size 10, Infinite power. 10000 defense. A critical of 5. I cannot be destroyed; leave the field, and my abilities cannot be nullified. I...am Dawn Of Resilience.....Hou Ren "GENESIS"!!!! (Yells Loud)
Everyone is so surprised at Hou Ren's New Power.
Ion: WHA WHA WHAAAAAAT.....WHAT'S WITH THAT ARMOR? IT'S SO COOL. IT'S OUT OF THIS WORLD. AND HIS HAIR....IT'S SO LONG AND BEAUTIFUL.
Tasuku: Incredible...
Hou Ren's Father: My son...
Everyone elsewhere is completely astonished by Hou's new look. And Vile Ranma is the same before being completely impressed.
Ranma: I knew it. I knew the real you is in there somewhere. Glad to see you're back.
Hou Ren: Well...I definitely need a wakeup call. (confident) That being said, activating my skill, I draw until I have 6 cards in my hand. (Draws)
Ion: DID HE SAY SIX?
Takokichi: HOW?
Hou Ren: (Takes a card) Partner, it's your turn. A deity who awakens once again. He who proudly calls himself the "Pinnacle of Combat". I summon you. Deity Gargantua "ZENITH"!!!
Garga enters play in his new form.
Garga: (Yells as he is being called) I am Deity Gargantua Zenith. Here and Ready to Fight!!!! The Deity of Combat has reached further heights. And I will walk alongside my buddy to fight those who cross him and I.. (roars)
Everyone is shocked. His new form is similar to Gargantua Knight Dragon. With a brand new Red Cape and White Platings, his crystal becomes blue instead of green. Multiple weapons are shown behind his cape.
Hou Ren: You look so cool, Garga.
Garga: Same to you. Your spirit is finally revived.
Vile Ranma: That may be true...but I'm still here. Dragotrap.
Dragotrap is cast, but neither Hou Ren nor Garga is affected.
Vile Ranma: Wait, what? It didn't work?
Hou Ren: When I'm transformed into Genesis during the turn, None of my cards are affected until the end of my opponent's next turn.
Ion: Say What?
Hou Ren: (Wields his sword) I won't let anyone harm those I love. That being said. (swings back) Genesis...(Slashes his sword) Bringer!!!
Hou Ren slashes his sword, creating a strike that wipes out every single card of Ranma's field.....
Destroyer: I failed...(Destroyed)
Vile Ranma: (Item destroyed) My Lostless Saber!!!
Ion: Unbelievable. All of Vile Ranma's cards are out.
Hou Ren: At the beginning of my attack phase, none of the opponent's cards can stay on the field. For each card wiped, I gain 1 life and 1 damage to the opponent. (Stabs the ground)
Vile Ranma's Life: 11 -> 9
Hou Ren flaps his wings and flies. He wields his sword and attacks.
Hou Ren: (Attacks) Here I come.
Ranma: I cast, Dimension Absorb.
Ranma nullifies the attack and gains 2 life.
Ranma: Wait, what? No damage?
Hou Ren: Sorry, man, but I also cannot take any effect damage either.
Ranma & Ion: What? That's toads aces.
Hou Ren: Garga. Show me your new power.
Garga: (Drags his sword over the ground and walks towards Ranma) As you wish. (Slashes Ranma)
Ranma's Life: 11 - 9
Hou Ren: There's more..."G-EVO Z".
Ranma: "G-EVO Z"?
Hou Ren: Change. Rocking the Earth, Gargantua Bruce.
Garga: (G-EVO) Let's Rock To The Core. Gargantua Bruce is on the scene.
Ion: Whoa...Who would have thought Garga would be into some heavy metal.
Hou Ren: That's not all. With G-EVO Z, all of my cards gain 20000 power and defense, critical + 2.
Vile Ranma: AH ???
Hou Ren: Garga. Go.
Garga: Let's Rock. (Strums his guitar)
Vile Ranma: Cast, Green Dragon Shield. (Blocks and gains a life)
Hou Ren: I was going to activate Bruce's ability, but... I can't. Instead, I'm going to activate Zenith's other skill. Revert.
Garga reverts.
Hou Ren: That's not all. I stand back up once more. (stands)
Vile Ranma: EHH????
Ion: You can give you and your allies power and stand up to attack again after G-EVO?
Takokichi: That's Amazing, Chu.
Tasuku: This means Garga right now has a critical of 4. And Genesis currently has a critical of 7.
Jack: Impressive.
Hou Ren: Finish him off.
Garga: With Pleasure. (Attacks)
Vile Ranma's Life: 10 -> 6
Hou Ren: This will end you. (Attacks)
Vile Ranma watches his friend fly in surprise. Hou Ren wields his sword and flaps his six wings. He zooms in and lands one last blow to his opponent. Ranma reacts with a smile as he closes his eyes and gets hit.
Vile Ranma: (Thought) Took you long enough...
Vile Ranma's Flag is destroyed. Hou Ren returns to his human form.
Ion: Game End. The Winner Is Hou Ren.
The crowd cheers. The spectators cheer and clap their hands. They are so glad.
Ion: Never have I seen a match where two fighters unleash their strength at will. One tries to wake up his friend with sheer strength, and the other responds with a new evolution and wins the game. Incredible.
As Ranma smiles with his eyes closed, Hou Ren then walks forward and lends a hand.
Hou Ren: You never stop, do you?
Ranma: Says the guy who kept reaching out once. (accepts and gets back up)
The two friends hug each other and let go.
Garga: I'm so glad to see that you're back to your old self.
Hou Ren: Me too, Garga.
Both Buddies fist-bump.
???: Hou.
They hear a voice, and it sounds familiar. Shiloh was the one calling to him, and when Hou Ren sees her, his eyes open wide as he's surprised and saddened to see her. Later, Hou Ren, Garga, Ranma, and Shiloh are at the spectator area having a talk...
Hou Ren: You were watching this entire time?
Shiloh: Not exactly, I was watching the match back at my room, and then I came here through the portal without you both noticing.
Hou Ren: Oh.....I....don't even know where to start.....
Shiloh: I heard everything you said. I really appreciate everything you said. But at the same time, I thought about what you said a week ago. And I think that it's best that we remain separated.
Hou Ren & Ranma: Oh...
Ranma & Garga comfort Hou Ren by tapping his back softly.
Shiloh: It's okay. We can still be friends. Let's just say we are "friends who have some similar interests".
Hou Ren: (Sad) Sure...
Both feel a bit awkward, and in the end, they hug each other sadly for one last time before continuing their conversation. Somewhere else, however, a shadowy figure is watching them nearby, and it smiles devilishly.
???: Well, I'll be. This is going to be fun.
Anime Ending: Gonna be right.
Preview....
Lost Ren: I'm not gonna fall behind Hou's victory. And it looks like that cheat, Davide, is my next opponent. Next time, "Overlord". Join Us For A Buddyfight.
Story End.