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The AV-98, aka the Ingram.

6.02 tons. 8.02 metres high.

SCB powered. SCLM drive system.

Armed with a 37 millimetre revolver cannon and stun baton.

Designed specifically for the police to make an impression on the community...

to deter criminals and safeguard the public.

This is the Patrol Labour.

Yume wo sutenaide me wo sorasanaide

Futari no ai mo kumoru yo

Utsumuita kata wo dakishimeta keredo

Samishisa mune ni tsumotta

Yume wa kimi no buki no hazu da yo

Nee dakara kurushimi mo kirinukete itte

So never cry itsu mo kimi wo mitsumeteru yo

Fair na ikikata no kimi ga suki

So never cry itsu mo kimi no soba ni iru yo

Dakara Mata asu e kakedashite

I Love Miss Noa

They aren't coming.

They were supposed to be here !

Are you sure you have your facts straight?

I'm positive!

I overheard GOTO on the phone.

Kana Matsumoto will join our team for a whole week!

Who's Kana Matsumoto?

What?! You don't know her?

She's only the most popular singer in all of Japan!

Izumi's more interested in Alphonse than in idol singers.

So, why is such a big star joining our team?

She's going to learn to pilot an Ingram.

Next week, HQ is having a Labour safety parade in Aoyama.

Kana will lead the entire parade in an Ingram.

If it works, it'll do wonders for Division 2's reputation!

We'll get half-decent bonuses!

Then we shan't have to scavenge like rats anymore!

You'd better be right!

I think they're here!

At attention everyone!

Good, you're all here.

I suppose you've heard that we're training a new member this week.

This is Honorary Officer Kana Matsumoto.

Oh, yes, men! She's here!

L-O-V-E! We love Kana!

On behalf of Division 2, allow me to welcome you.

Thanks!

...Isao Ota, s-s-serial number 0001, age 24!

Happy to be at your service, anytime!

Thank you, Ota.

Here's your mission:

You shall teach Officer Matsumoto how to pilot an Ingram.

Officer Izumi, I appoint you as her teacher.

Who, me?

If you don't want to, I'll trade places with you!

You're too reckless!

What did you say?

Come on, let's all get along, and follow Izumi's lead in the training.

That's all. Dismissed.

I look forward to working with you.

Move that carrier!

You lazy lot can skip dinner tonight!

I'm sure you've read the manual, but there's the main power switch.

The pedals over there operate the legs.

These levers control the hands and arms.

Uh, Asuma...

Relax! You'll be fine.

Wait!

This is dangerous. What if something happens to Alphonse?

Come on, it's just an initiation.

The halls will ring with the victorious voices of Division 2!

So shut up and help.

It worked, Asuma.

I turned on auto-pilot during the deck-up.

But wait, that's cheating.

Naturally.

A beginner needs to gain confidence.

If she's nervous, there's no way she'll learn this in a week.

Was it this one? Maybe this. Wait, how about this?

No. This? No.

This?

Please, God, let it be this one!

All right! I'm ready!

Roger. Just relax...

Move the Ingram into the carrier.

I know you can do it.

Famous last words.

Commence operation!

Here I go!

You're the greatest, Kana!

Okay. Now here...

Uh-oh!

Oh, no!

Alphonse!

Watch out!

Let go! Watch out!

Look out!

Alphonse!

Alphonse!

Kana?

Oh, don't cry.

You turned off your autopilot.

See, take a look. It's this switch here.

I'm no good!

It happens all the time, with beginners.

Well, not really.

I mean, don't worry! You'll get better.

Stop crying!

Your wounds will heal on their own time.

But you realise, it shall take hard work to fix these scratches on Alphonse!

That's enough for today. Bring the crane!

They're all just spoiling her!

You can put up with it for a week.

But she did manage to put up her hands as she fell.

She may actually have some talent.

Now even you're on her side!

I don't understand, why should she use Alphonse?

Unit 3 is being used for parts and isn't operational.

And Ota has customised his Labour too much for a beginner to handle.

Excuse me, Officer Izumi. May I come in?

I'm so sorry about today.

I feel terrible about what happened.

I'm just no good with machines.

I can't even set the clock on my VCR.

But I really want to pilot a Labour! Please don't give up on me!

Well, Miss Izumi? What's your answer?

Oh, well.

Training is hard, so you'd better knuckle down.

Yay!

Thank you!

I knew you were nice the moment I met you!

I just love you!

Hold the gun in your right hand. Aim carefully... and squeeze.

Remember, the first shot ensures victory!

Now, watch how a master does it.

Okay!

He's in a really good mood.

Wow!

Nothing to it, really!

Come on. Get on with it.

Okay.

This one's for Izumi, with love.

Here I go!

What in the world was that all about?

Just an innocent crush, like the way girls get crushes in an all-girl school!

I'm sure that's all!

I'd be surprised if she could skip a bullet like that on purpose.

Maybe.

Are you okay with this?

Yes, it's perfect timing.

We needed to use more ammo to justify our budget, anyway.

That's not what I meant!

If you're so busy training this entertainer, what'll happen if you're mobilised?

Oh, is that what you're worried about?

Don't worry.

HQ is very keen on this parade.

The media will be there en masse to see Kana.

So our fearless leaders have made this a top priority.

We probably shan't be called out for a while, Shinobu.

What if something big comes up?

Then they probably won't call MY division?

Hello. Ryu here.

Is the target in sight?

It is.

We just smuggled some missiles. Now you want to kidnap a girl?

I don't follow, Boss.

We're going after something big.

This girl is just the first step towards that goal.

Don't disappoint me.

Fight! Fight! Fight!

Miss Izumi, haven't we had enough of this?

No chance!

A pilot's top requirement in operating a Labour is endurance!

Fight!

I'll get through with wisdom and bravery.

Can't we just leave it for today?

Too soft!

If you don't work hard, I shan't lend you Alphonse!

We're already halfway to the Shanghai Restaurant.

Come on!

Fight!

Fight...

Fight!

Fight...

Fight!

Fight!

Fight...

Fight!

Fight...

Fight!

Put some feeling into it!

Fight!

Fight!

I'm not hearing you!

Fight!

Fight! Are you okay back there?

Kana?

Grau Bear

Coming, coming!

Hello? Special Vehicles, Division 2.

What? You've kidnapped Kana?!

You'll need to hand over an Ingram if you want her back.

Who is this?

You don't really expect me to give you my name?

So what's your answer, yes or no?

I'm back!

Something the matter?

What'll it be?!

Very funny, you sick prankster!

Kana is right here!

Nice try, but I'm not a fool.

Whatever! I'm hanging up.

Wait! Whatever! I'm hanging up.

You Japanese like to say that "haste makes waste".

Is Kana Matsumoto really there?

You're getting on my nerves.

Hold on! I'll check it out.

Stop playing pranks on the police!

Does this have to do with me?

No.

Hey, are you alone?

Weren't you with Noa?

I lost sight of her. Isn't she back yet?

It was dark and you grabbed the wrong girl?!

I couldn't tell them apart from behind.

Kidnapping a cop won't do us any good.

Losing the entertainer would have embarrassed the police...

and they would have traded an Ingram for her.

But they won't trade now.

I'm sorry.

Oh, well.

Maybe I can rely on the forgiving nature of the Japanese.

There's no choice. We must do it.

Noa's life depends on it!

You can't give them an Ingram!

Izumi is a police officer!

She should've committed suicide as soon as she was captured!

Quiet!

It's all my fault!

If only I hadn't lost sight of her!

Don't blame yourself, Kana!

Hello? This is Officer Asuma Shinohara speaking.

Ah... Officer Shinohara. I'm willing to discuss...

You'll get your Ingram!

Don't you dare hurt Noa! I mean, Officer Izumi.

You'll go for it?

I don't lie.

Yes... midnight. The burger shop on the landfill.

Got it.

I'll come alone with the Ingram.

Let's ask HQ. Better call for backup.

And what will HQ protect? An unlucky policewoman or a top-of-the-line Ingram?

The Ingram, of course.

So, we must do this on our own.

We can't even tell the Lieutenant. Remember, Noa must come first!

I understand.

We won't give them Izumi OR the Ingram!

Kana, you wait here.

Wait...

Miss...

Don't be so pushy!

Mimi? Hello.

Kidnapping me shan't get you an Ingram!

You're a brave young lady, but I'm afraid you're mistaken.

I am?

Excuse me. Be quiet!

Some errors were made, but I still managed to close the deal.

I'll strip it for parts and sell it to a foreign army.

The auto-stabiliser alone will make me rich!

Merchant of Death!

I'd get a better price if I threw in the pilot!

Be quiet, and you won't get hurt.

Welcome! The menu's right above.

Uh, well...

BE QUIET AND LET'S TRADE

You !

We have a special on hamburgers.

DID YOU BRING IT?

How about a nice, hot cup of coffee?

ONCE WE'RE OUT OF JAPAN WE'LL RELEASE THE GIRL

HAND OVER THE MOVEMENT DATA DISK

Would you like fries with that?

HAND OVER THE MOVEMENT DATA DISK

I'll ask you to pay in advance.

Thank you. Come again!

Ah!

You'll get it!

Don't let him spot us!

I shan't. Don't let him spot us!

Shinohara here.

Subject is heading for Urayasu.

Roger. Wait until I get there.

Over there.

Halt! Where's Noa?

Ouch! Let me go!

If anything happens to me, I can't guarantee her safety!

And if you've done anything to Noa...

I'll kill you.

That's enough.

Noa!

Asuma, I'm sorry!

Release Ryu.

What's taking Ota?

What?

Izumi, I'll avenge your death!

I'm not dead yet!

I'll be your pallbearer!

Let me go!

Your powerful Ingram has been rendered helpless!

Ryu, get on board our Ingram and eliminate these pests!

Okay, Boss!

Don't!

Keep your grubby hands off my Alphonse!

My Alphonse would never do that!

Miss Izumi, I did it!

Kana!

What's going on?

Asuma! Kanuka!

Back off, minions of evil! Don't you see this crest?

You've fallen into our trap!

Help me, Boss!

You're not going anywhere!

Help me!

Are you all right, Kana?

Halt!

Never underestimate the Japanese police!

Oh, boy, now the Lieutenant will find out for sure.

You mean, he doesn't know about this yet?

How stupid do you think we are?

I'm sorry.

I'm just glad you're safe.

Everything be fine... probably.

That's not playing fair, hiding a pilot in the Ingram cockpit!

All's fair in the name of Justice!

Miss Izumi, I've decided to set you free.

It's obvious that Asuma is crazy about you.

No! It isn't like that at all!

Yes, what he says!

Will you shut up?

Hurry up, before the Lieutenant sees us.

What are you all up to?

You're early. I have hot coffee on.

And I picked up fries, too! Any takers?

Dakishimete Midnight Blue

Konya reiji no bus ni nottara

Midnight Blue

Ichido kiri Nara dekiru hazu dakara

Yume ni hikizurare

Ore wa ase mamire no lonely

Hanashi aite no TV switch hipparu

Ashita ichinichi wa

Akogareta machi no gomi no naka

Hayaku main street no sawaritai no sa

Manazashi dake wa itsu demo

Ue wo muiteru tsumori

Tatta hitotsu no michi dakara

Dakishimete Midnight Blue

Konya reiji no bus ni nottara

Midnight Blue

Ichido kiri Nara dekiru hazu dakara

Midnight Blue

Konya reiji no bus ni nottara

Midnight Blue

Ichido kiri Nara dekiru hazu dakara

This story is fiction... but in 10 years, who knows?

Plans are now underway to build a vast underground city called Tokyo Geo-city.

It all started with one little hole in the artificial underground highway.

Into that hole we tracked some deadly terrorists,

and we encountered a giant, black shadow.

Ingram #2 is trapped! You must go on without me.

Next episode: "Shadow in Geo-Front"

Target locked on!

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