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This is Hattusa,

the capital of the Hittite Empire in the 14th century BCE.

This is the story of a girl who rides the sultry winds

across the vast stretches of Anatolia.

The wind blows strong, kicking up the dry sand.

The wind blows hot,

and I live under these skies,

RED RIVER

on the banks of the red river.

THE ONE I CAN'T LOVE

The One I Can't Love.

Prince Kail is eventually going to marry someone else.

So I can't allow myself...

to fall more deeply in love with him.

Good. That will do.

You've come a long way to be able to cross swords with Zannanza, Yuri.

Lady Yuri, you've improved so quickly, even we're no match for you.

You certainly have a gift for it.

I have no choice. If I want to be with Prince Kail...

this is the only way.

I'm starting to realize why you feel so drawn to this maiden, Brother.

Her supreme earnestness makes her darling.

If you'll excuse me, Your Highnesses.

What is it?

The king wishes to host a dinner party at his palace,

now that all the princes are in the capital.

For the occasion, the king has ordered for the princes to bring their consorts.

His Majesty wishes to see Ishtar, so Lady Yuri has a special invitation.

Prince Kail, do take care.

Queen Nakia was the one who suggested the consorts attend.

That scheming queen. She's up to something again.

Hey, are you sure I should be here?

Oh?

Goodness. Is that Prince Kail's consort?

What is she wearing? She looks like a boy.

Well, well.

If it isn't Prince Kail and Prince Zannanza.

I welcome you.

Queen Nakia.

You there!

That entrance isn't for the likes of you!

Now, leave!

Your Majesty, this entrance is for the royal family.

That designation includes my royal consort.

Consort?

Forgive me. I assumed she was your page due to that outfit of hers.

You may call her Ishtar, but her attire shows a lack of judgment.

To think Prince Kail doesn't know how to dress his concubine. Hilarious.

The prince did pick out a beautiful dress! I just chose to wear this.

Silence!

This does not concern you.

This is about the prince jeopardizing his dignity

by bringing a concubine to a banquet in rags.

Don't listen to her.

You just need to be yourself.

But—

Lady Yuri, please don't panic.

We came prepared for this situation.

Come.

Over here.

Your Highness, please wait here a moment.

Uh, right.

Kail, what has happened to your Ishtar?

Ishtar the star awaits the dawn, so we can wait, too.

I see.

What of you, Zannanza?

Now that Kail has a concubine,

you're the only prince without a consort.

It is as you say.

The time is surely ripe for me to find my woman.

Very well.

Begging your pardon.

Lady Yuri is ready to make her entrance.

Lady Yuri, what is the matter?

N-No, this dress really is too embarrassing.

It appears the curtain is quite heavy.

I shall escort the lady out.

Yuri?

Come. Cease this and show yourself.

Wh-What?

Do I look that weird?

My eyes deceived me.

Ishtar is also the goddess of beauty and abundance.

And how beautiful she is.

Indeed.

Who knew she was this sort of princess?

Prince Kail wasn't able to find a concubine prior to meeting her.

Watch out!

I-I'm sorry. I'm not used to wearing long dresses.

No, I am to blame.

What's wrong? Feeling worn out?

Oh, Prince Zannanza.

I've never been to such an elegant party, and I'm worried about the queen.

I was shocked when I saw you.

You reminded me of my mother.

My mother was a maid who served the late Queen Hinti, my brother's mother.

My mother caught my father's eye, and I was the result.

So that's why you were raised with Prince Kail?

But my mother was quite frail.

She passed away when I was young.

Queen Hinti took me in and raised me as my brother's equal.

I remember my mother being thin and petite, like a young girl.

Much like you are now.

Yuri, come with me.

You should greet our ministers.

Sorry, but I have to go.

Prince Zannanza.

Would you care for some more wine?

Yes, perhaps I would.

Your Majesty.

I have given it to him.

Yes, very good.

That is Egypt's finest wine.

I wanted him to taste it.

Wh-What's happening?

I feel hot. My head is melting.

Prince Zannanza.

What you just drank was the rose water.

I believe there is something you covet.

You no longer need to suppress your desires.

Go. Seize what you lust after.

I-I...

I want...

I want that girl.

For myself.

Phew. We can finally leave.

I've had enough of this fancy dress. I need to change.

Then, we'll prepare a bath.

We'll also wash you.

No, it's fine. I can do that myself.

But we...

Still, I'm sort of relieved all the same.

I thought the queen was going to pull something tonight.

Wh-Who's there?

Prince Zannanza?

Prince Kail!

Yuri!

Zannanza?

Prince Kail!

Zannanza, what is the meaning of this?

Brother, give this maiden to me.

You're within your rights to share a concubine who isn't your wife.

Are you...

Your Highness, Prince Zannanza is under a spell.

So it appears.

Give her to me.

I'll love and treasure her always.

No!

Zannanza!

If she won't be mine...

then I'll slay her on the spot.

Prince Zannanza!

Don't, Kikkuri.

Zannanza means it.

Prince Kail!

No!

Yuri!

Prince Zannanza! Turn around, please!

This is just like when the queen put a hex on Tito.

Did she get to him, too?

Prince Kail, Prince Zannanza fled through the city gate on horseback!

What?

Guard. Which way did Zannanza flee?

H-Highness. He left due south.

South?

Kail. Is it true Zannanza abducted your concubine and fled the city?

Yes.

I was not watchful enough. I have no excuse.

Honestly.

The war with the Mitanni draws near,

and my generals are fighting over a woman?

Never has the court heard such scandal.

Indeed.

He's completely right.

Can we really trust a man who cannot control his brother and his concubine

to adequately rule over the government and the military?

Father.

Grant me permission to pursue Zannanza.

But you must prepare for war.

I will not neglect that duty. I beg you.

So be it.

Show us how you resolve this crisis.

Yes, sire.

Prince Zannanza, please.

Can we go back?

How far is he going?

Up ahead is Kizzuwatna, the kingdom bordering Mitanni.

Yuri!

Water.

Prince Zannanza, stop!

Let go!

The queen is controlling your mind!

She's trying to drive a wedge between you and Prince Kail.

My brother?

Yes! So snap out of it.

Let's go back to Prince Kail.

Brother.

I've always been envious of him.

He had a kind mother, and he has a bright future ahead of him.

His personality is the kind that draws everyone to him!

He has everything I want!

Prince Zannanza.

Yuri.

I'll cherish you always.

I'll love you more than anyone can.

I want you to be mine.

G-Get away from me.

The Mitanni are attacking!

Prince, we need to go back to Hattusa! We have to warn Prince Kail!

My brother?

Yes! Now, come on!

But I...

I...

Prince, please! I'm begging you!

It's no use. The queen's spell is too strong.

Hold, brethren.

Your woman doesn't favor you.

Leave her here, so we can comfort her.

C'mon. Hand her over and begone.

No, don't! Let go of me!

Here!

Prince Zannanza!

Whoa, there. You're staying with us.

C'mon.

You won't fight?

Take this.

I know he'd never let himself get beat up like this.

How do I wake him up?

Sorry, prince!

Why did you strike me, Yuri? Are you trying to kill me?

Are you senses back?

My what?

Oh, I remember.

I abducted you, and...

Thank god. You're back to normal.

What nonsense are you prattling?

I apologize, Yuri. I'll repent properly later.

Now that Prince Zannanza has come to his senses,

these guys...

don't stand a chance!

What just happened?

He's tough all of a sudden!

Yuri!

Show them how much your swordsmanship has improved.

Right.

Sh-She's can use a sword, too. Watch out.

I learned how to fight so I could be useful to Prince Kail.

I have to warn him about this attack, which means I can't die here.

H-Hey.

Retreat!

I have questions for you.

Speak.

How many Mitanni soldiers were sent here?

I-I won't tell you.

Women won't desire a man without a nose.

W-We have 5,000 infantrymen. A-And 500 chariots.

Who's the supreme commander of that army?

W-We're led by the Prince of Darkness.

The Prince of Darkness?

Who?

His real name is Mattiwaza. Mitanni's crown prince.

His ruthlessness is well-known,

for he slaughters men, women, and children alike,

and his chariot tracks are rivers of blood.

That's why people call him the Bloody Prince of Darkness.

The prince is the Mitanni's top general.

If he's here in this initial skirmish, it proves their resolve.

If we allow Kizzuwatna to fall,

the Mitanni will strike at the heart of the Hittites.

Oh, no!

TRANSLATION: GAD ONYENEHO

TIMING: KRZYSZTOF KUNC EDITING: SMR

QUALITY CONTROL: ALICIA ASHBY TRANSLATION CHECK: DAVID SAYLOR

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