Drama CD Volume 3

This is the third drama CD of *DARLING in the FRANXX*. It contains three story plots. It was released in October 2018, in Blu-Ray and DVD volume 7. It consists of three stories:

1. 9's
2. Nine Children and a Baby
3. The You at That Time

## Synopsis

### 01. 9's

Papa commends Dr. FRANXX for his hard work, and says they can finish the 9’s maintenance now.

9'α narrates that he knows the reason he was born. The reason why the 9's don't experience conflicts or chaos between them is because they only have the orders and their duties. Alpha says that those are the reason for their existence. Alpha starts to wonder about her, she makes him curious. Alpha doesn't understand since she is similar as them but she can see things clearly in the outside world and fights her own destiny. Alpha then wakes up, telling his teammates that it's time to go.

The 9's start to introduce themselves. **9'β** introduces himself as cool narcissist. **9'γ** introduces himself as crazy and wild. **9'δ** introduces herself as cute little devil. **9'ε** introduces himself as calm and composed. Alpha introduces himself as blond noble. Together, they proclaim themselves as perfect, flawless, hermaphrodites and androgynous, the 9’s, APE’s Elite Guard and Special Force.

Beta then mutters that they are too perfect. Gamma says that a maintenance one in a while feels good. Delta complains that 9'ι has never done any maintenance. Epsilon says even though they did maintenance every now and then, it feels embarrassing. Hearing that, Beta is angry and Gamma says they should be together as one, and then turns to **9'ζ**, **9'η** and **9'θ**. Because the three don’t answer, Gamma answers the question himself by posing as them. Epsilon doubts Gamma, but Alpha laughs and tells them to begin their report to Papa.

The 9’s then fill out their report regarding Gran Crevasse, in which they tell Papa via monitor that the area is surrounded by 265 bodies of dead parasites, 1 Lehmann Klaxosaur, and 3 Gutenberg Klaxosaurs. Delta is happy that the Seven Sages praised the 9’s and Beta boasts they destroyed the cores with one attack, and the purest cores are needed for Hringhorni. Gamma says only they are capable to do those things. Alpha says they don’t have the limitations of a human so they can connect deeper in the FRANXX. Alpha says that they cannot underestimate them, but Beta interrupts him, saying if it’s necessary to mention them here.

Gamma says that they are better than them in every aspect. Alpha wonders how much the 9’s know about them and asks the other members if they want to know about them. Alpha continues that Squad 13 is different from other parasites. Delta mutters that she finds them strange. Alpha says they didn’t even taste the food they made. Epsilon says he doesn’t want to, and they have complete controls of their own body and they don’t need to go bathing nor to go to the toilet, they also don’t need to eat. Alpha says their reproductive behavior is the one he finds difficult to understand, especially whenever they mentioned about kiss. Gamma asks what is a kiss, and Alpha says it’s the act of joining one's lips with another's. Delta is repulsed and Beta says it will spread bacterias. Delta says that she doesn’t want to do it with Gamma, even if it's for acting. Gamma says he doesn’t want to do it with her too. Epsilon asks why humans do that. Alpha says that it’s a wonder to him, why human wants to be near with the other, and they cannot live without the other, and deems them as unstable and incomplete beings. Alpha says despite that, Iota and Code:016 can connect so deeply in the FRANXX and mentions the red color of Strelizia is the color of magma energy. Alpha asks the 9’s if they are interested now, but they are silent. Alpha says he wants to know why Iota chose to live with humans even though she is the same as the 9’s. Alpha says whenever he thinks about it, his heart is disturbed and he doesn’t feel like himself.

Alpha continues there is something he wants to try, and show the 9’s something he brought from Mistilteinn. Beta berates Alpha for bringing something from outside without quarantining it. The item Alpha brought is candy, and he says in the past people gave candy to other people they deemed special. Alpha says with this he probably can feel what humans do. Alpha asks the 9’s if they are scared, even though Iota eats that all the time. The 9’s taste it, and they experience the feeling that something is delicious for the first time. Epsilon refuses to eat it at first but later gives in and wonders how can human resist the temptation of candy. Epsilon starts to laugh maniacally and the other 9’s are alarmed and attempt to stop him. Epsilon puts the candy to Beta’s and Gamma’s mouth. Gamma starts to laugh maniacally and attempts to kiss Delta, much to her dismay and she attempts to push him away. Alpha narrates that this candy is causing a commotion among the 9’s and that humans are not to be underestimated.

One of the Seven Sages asks if it’s fine to leave the 9’s like that. Dr. FRANXX answers that it’s fine, and they have inherited Zero Two's characteristics of curiousity and the old stench of human behavior has appeared. The sage asks what does he mean by that and Dr. FRANXX replies he just let them interact normally. Dr. FRANXX says he has gotten a good test result from this and compliments the 9’s, saying that they are a good team. Dr. FRANXX says he has to monitor other children because if he leaves them just for a little bit, they will cause more trouble. After Dr. FRANXX leaves, one of the sages contemplates the emotion of curiousity. One of them says that as long as there are walls between one another, curiousity will soon come to surface. One of the sages says that it is an emotion they do not understand.

Alpha narrates that they don’t need warmth, because if they learn of it, it is a distortion that will become a big wave and will disturb their hearts. That’s why it's enough for them to just know of it, for them to stand straight. Alpha says the 9’s are special, chosen directly by Papa, and a lonely existence.

### 02. Nine Children and a Baby

Zero Two narrates that she has dreams of her past, when she was a little girl and crying because of the fear of being born. Zero Two says felt someone’s warm hands and had a premonition that someone will come and hold her close.

Hiro opens the door to Zero Two’s room but he can't find her there. Hiro says he wants to ask Zero Two for advice regarding Mitsuru and Kokoro’s wedding. Hiro then goes to the lounge and finds Zero Two. Hiro starts asking her about the clothes everyone should wear for the wedding but stops and is shocked when he realized about the state Zero Two is in. Hiro says it’s like the Zero Two he met when they were little. Zero Two starts to say something and stretch out her hands. Hiro doesn’t understand her gesture and his hand gets bitten by Zero Two. Hiro pats Zero Two’s head and she starts to calm down. Zero Two starts to talk again and this time, Hiro finally understands what she meant: she wants him to hold her.

Hiro then bring Zero Two to his lap, she laughs and Hiro is pleased. Hiro wonders what happened to Zero Two, and if she will be back to normal soon. Hiro worries because if Zero Two is in that state, they cannot pilot Strelizia. Hiro asks Zero Two what happened to her, but she cannot answer. Hiro compliments Zero Two’s hair, saying that it looks pretty, like a doll. Hiro continues, saying that Zero Two’s lashes are long, it’s different from his, Goro’s, or any of the boys. Hiro then says her body is so delicate and it feels warm. Zero Two is happy to hear Hiro’s praises, and starts to laugh, which Hiro finds cute. Hiro then says even though Zero Two is a toddler inside, her body is the current Zero Two. Hiro then realizes a compromising position they are in and starts to gulp.

Hiro wonders why he is feeling excited when Zero Two is in trouble. Hiro starts to distract himself by counting Klaxosaurs, but Zero Two’s voice, calling him a pervert, echoes in his mind. Everyone then comes to the lounge and Goro asks Hiro about the materials for the wedding rings but stops when he sees Hiro and Zero Two. Hiro is relieved when everyone came, but they are surprised to see Hiro and Zero Two in that position. Hiro says it’s not what it looks like, but Miku doesn’t buy it. Ikuno says coldly they should get a room. Futoshi says awkwardly that he will go eat bread outside to give Hiro and Zero Two some space. Kokoro says it’s probably because of what she said in front of the 9’s that Hiro became this excited. Mitsuru tells Hiro that it’s okay, because he read in a biology book that men can’t hold themselves back in that position. Hiro then screams in frustration.

Hiro then explains to everyone about what really happened. Zero Two starts saying “mama”. Goro asks what is a “mama” and Mitsuru replies it’s an old word, meaning she wants to eat. Hiro says it’s correct and asks why Mitsuru knows about that. Ichigo says Mitsuru knows a lot of things, he replies that he used to read books Hiro did and Miku is creeped out by this. Futoshi tries to feed Zero Two bread but she won’t eat it. Hiro says that animals feed their newly born babies breast milk. Kokoro then notices Zero Two is staring at her and saying “mama”. Ichigo asks why Zero Two only stares at Kokoro and Miku replies that there is no way Zero Two will come to Ichigo, much to her embarrassment. Ikuno assures Ichigo that it’s fine if her breasts are small and Ichigo thanks Ikuno half-heartedly.

Everyone stares at Mitsuru and he becomes protective of Kokoro. Zorome angrily asks Mitsuru if he didn’t hear Zero Two’s cries. Mitsuru says they cannot get breast milk from Kokoro but Zorome retorts that they won’t know unless they try. Miku says boys are the worst. Zero Two keeps screaming “mama” and Kokoro asks if Zero Two sees her as one. This alerts Mitsuru and Kokoro proceeds to unzip her uniform, saying that she wants to try breastfeeding Zero Two. Miku stops her and asks the girls for help. Ikuno says that judging from Kokoro’s expression, her motherly instinct is overflowing and Ichigo adds that this Kokoro is unstoppable. Mitsuru snaps at the girls to stop Kokoro.

Hachi sees that Squad 13 is in trouble. Hachi plans to check on them and tells Nana not to go outside, but Nana mutters that he is leaving her again. Nana mumbles it’s fine to leave her and go anywhere he wants. Nana says Hachi is like that, always following orders from the higher-ups and never change his own opinion. Hachi says Nana is getting flashback from her memories. Nana starts to rant and Hachi feels something that he hasn’t feel in 10 years. Hachi calls it troublesome.

The squad gives Zero Two bottle milk and she calms down. Futoshi asks if anyone sees the honey, because he is thinking of mixing it with milk to make Zero Two happy. Mitsuru replies that Zero Two probably ate it without everyone knowing. Goro and Zorome plays with Zero Two, and Zorome starts to tickle her. Everyone is happy seeing Zero Two having fun playing. Goro says he didn’t imagine that they will get along with Zero Two, because it felt like she is so far away, but right now she is with them. Ichigo smiles and agrees.

Miku, Ikuno and Futoshi are tired but Zero Two wants to keep playing. Zorome then decides to play a ball with Zero Two but she is hitting the ball too hard and lands on Zorome’s face. Zero Two starts to wreak havoc in the lounge, even goes as far as to throw one of the sofa outside the window. Miku says she forgot how strong Zero Two is.

After seeing what happened in the boarding house, Hachi decides to intervene. Nana stops him, saying that Hachi will go to where the adults are and will take away something precious to her again, such as her favorite bunny doll and ribbon. Hachi pleads to Nana to let him go or else he will be replaced.

In the lounge, everyone is confused on what to do with Zero Two. Hiro then pats Zero Two’s head, calms her down. Futoshi says Hiro is like a papa. Ikuno asks if Papa ever done that kind of thing, Futoshi sheepishly answers no. Kokoro tries to pat Zero Two’s head and she falls asleep. Ichigo says little girls are hard to take care of. Ikuno wonders if that is selfishness. Futoshi thinks it’s different from how they were back then. Hiro says that they were like that too and this is what children truly look like. Futoshi says Zero Two can’t be in this state forever and Goro wonders why Hachi and the others have not come yet. Miku suggests that they feed Zero Two sweets so she can go back to normal. Dr. FRANXX suddenly says it would worsen the situation and everyone is shocked at his voice.

Dr. FRANXX opens a connection to them and Hiro asks if he has done anything to Zero Two. Dr. FRANXX says it’s caused by overdose of sugar. In one hour, Zero Two’s memories will be in chaos but when the sugar level in her blood drops, she will be back to normal. Dr. FRANXX asks them to check under the sofa and Futoshi finds the honey he was looking for earlier. Ikuno asks why did Zero Two hide when she ate the honey and Ichigo replies it’s probably because Zero Two didn’t want to be seen, because she always restrains herself. Goro says that Zero Two probably couldn’t hold it anymore and ate the honey. Zorome comments that it’s very human of her. Dr. FRANXX says to let her sleep and she will go back to normal and after she does, their test will be over. Ichigo asks what is their test but Dr. says that they do not have to know. Even though he said that, Dr. FRANXX continues, saying that it’s a test for their vitality, and there is something he wants to confirm. Dr. FRANXX adds that he doesn’t know the potential of the current humans and cuts the connection.

Ichigo says she will be a bit sad when Zero Two returns to normal. Miku answers that she can’t put up with baby Zero Two’s stamina any longer. Kokoro says this has become an unexpected rehearsal for her. Zorome asks Kokoro what rehearsal, but Kokoro answers it’s a secret. Mitsuru then mumbles if this is their potential.

Ichigo says that she remembers what Hiro said after they cooked meals on their own. Even though they have to leave Mistilteinn someday, Ichigo says she won’t forget that they were once here. Hiro agrees and says to Zero Two he is glad to meet her again after a long time. They start to bid farewell to the infant Zero Two. Goro says with this, it’s not only Hiro who got to interact with the little Zero Two. Ikuno says this is a feeling of happiness when they know more about the other. Mitsuru says that they are comrades and Kokoro agrees, saying that Zero Two is a precious friend of theirs. Hiro says his farewell and Zero Two smiles, saying “darling”.

Zero Two then wakes up and asks why is she here. Hiro says it’s because she was sleeping. Zero Two finds this strange because she rarely sleeps. Futoshi replies it means she has become more human. Zero Two stretches her body and says it has been a long time since she feels this good. The girls then sit closer to Zero Two. Miku tickles her and says Zero Two looks cute now. Ikuno agrees with Miku and Zero Two smiles, saying they are weird and everyone laughs together.

Zero Two narrates that everyone’s smiles in that day felt warm and the relaxed days she spent with them has become her treasure. Zero Two says she will wake up and face the tomorrow known as fate.

In the control room, an exasperated Hachi asks Nana if she will let him go now. Nana rants that Hachi is always like this, she remembers when Hachi gave a pudding not to her, but to Code:307 even though he knew that pudding was her favorite. Nana starts to calls Hachi an idiot, while he lets out a sigh and says this is troublesome.

### 03: The You at That Time

Nana introduces herself and reports that it has been 60 days since Code:002 and Code:016 passed through the gate. Nana continues that they have been using soil from Mistilteinn to expand the farm. The Klaxosaurs have returned from space and dove into the earth. Nana says that since then, they can’t detect Strelizia Apus.

Hiro narrates that he and Zero Two is floating in the space and they have become one. In the space where they can’t even see the sun, they are determined to steer the ship towards fate.

Zero Two and Hiro are roleplaying as a married couple and she asks the ‘Newlyweds’ Three Choices’ to Hiro. Zero Two is not sure if she’s doing it right, and Hiro says he will take a bath. Zero Two calls him a pervert and says she will prepare the bath. Zero Two says there is one fatal flaw, she can’t imagine the current her, whose height is more than 10 km to fit in the bathtub. Hiro laughs and says that is true, but Zero Two says it’s okay because they already went together to the ocean before. Zero Two says married life is difficult and Hiro replies roleplaying as a married couple was her idea. Hiro starts to say a wedding vow and Zero Two answers they don’t need that because they already so close to the other.

Zero Two asks Hiro if the cockpit is too cramped and he answers he’s comfortable and he can feel all of her. Hiro says even though they thought of so many fun things, because it’s just the two of them, it feels like the time moved very slowly. Zero Two asks Hiro if he’s bored and he says no. When they talked about the stars, the weather, myths and the evolution of organisms, Hiro says it’s all the in the books he used to read. Zero Two says she likes hearing him talk and increase her knowledge. Hiro says he doesn’t need sleep because he’s thinking a lot. He says he thought about what would be their breakfast tomorrow and Zero Two answers it will be bread with a lots of honey on it. Hiro feels saddened that he can’t feel hungry anymore and Zero Two answers it’s because they are transformed into Klaxosaurs, they don’t need to eat or sleep. Hiro replies that Futoshi would be sad if he heard that. They then fight against the VIRM’s fleets.

Zero Two says she is a lot stronger now and she wonders if she could create a future for everyone, and if so, she says there is no happiness greater than that. Zero Two says she is saddened by one thing, and that is she can’t kiss Hiro in that state.

Hachi introduces himself and reports that it has been 250 days since Code:002 and Code:016 passed through the gate. Hachi says the first child among the parasites has been born in the Bird Nest and the pruned parasites have been released. Hachi says that since that day, they cannot detect Strelizia Apus.

In space, Hiro wonders if it’s time for Kokoro to give birth. Zero Two assures him that Kokoro will be alright and she will give birth to a great baby. Hiro wonders what will Mitsuru and Kokoro name their baby, but then his head start to hurt. Zero Two says she has been receiving noise because of the damages from battle and impact from the storms. Zero Two continues that from now on, Hiro will feel some pain and if he does, let her know. Hiro says that he’s not that weak and it’s fine because they share the pain together. Zero Two says that their destination is still far ahead and they should take their time.

Nana reports it has been 700 days since Code:002 and Code:016 passed through the gate and received no signal from them. Nana continues that they used the soil from Mistilteinn to grow trees and humans starts to expand building the earth and advance on marine activities. They also have abolished the use of codenames. The parasites also start to reproduce and populating the earth. There are also parasites who show signs of accelerated aging and they need treatment immediately. From now on, they won’t report to APE anymore and treat this as a daily report. Nana concludes the report and Hachi thanks her for it, saying that it’s time for them to continue their duties.

Goro comes and suprises Ichigo while she is drawing the picture book. Ichigo asks when did Goro come and he says just now. Goro commends Ichigo, saying she has worked hard because her drawing before was really poor. Goro, realizing what he just said, apologizes to Ichigo and says he is surprised that Ichigo has talent for art. Ichigo says she learnt by imitating what Zero Two had drawn. Ichigo crumples the paper and says that it’s not good enough. Ichigo says she will fix her drawing as many times as she can. Ichigo says she is doing this for Hiro and Zero Two because it reflects their lost time. Ichigo continues to say that she will fix and complete it, no matter what. Goro says Ichigo really put her heart into this. Ichigo says picture books are easy to understand and she is saddened by the thought that Zero Two had probably known about her fate, that she will not come back. Ichigo laments that she could not do anything for them because she returned to earth, so this is the least she can do.

Ichigo says that she feels Goro has changed and it scares her a bit. Goro answers that they can’t be like Hiro or Zero Two, nobody can, and that both of them have chosen their fate. Goro continues that they should not live in shadow of Hiro and Zero Two, but for their own lives. They should continue with their lives and wait for Hiro and Zero Two, because Goro is sure that’s what Hiro wished. Goro lends Ichigo a handkerchief and the two laugh together. Goro apologizes for what he said before but Ichigo says it’s okay, it’s her mind that was too narrow. Ichigo says she thought she is the only one who is thinking about Hiro and Zero Two all the time. Goro replies that it’s not just her, everyone loves Hiro and Zero Two too. Ichigo thanks Goro for his words.

Zorome tells Miku that he wants to start a school with her, and that he will leaving Bird Nest. Miku asks Zorome why, but he says because he just feels like leaving. Zorome continues that he’s happy being there with Squad 13 along with Nana and Hachi but he feels he needs to leave. Zorome asks Miku what she’s going to do about “that”. Miku doesn’t understand what “that” is but Zorome says Miku is childish but compliments her appearance. Miku doesn’t respond positively to that, making their situation awkward. When Miku about to leave, Zorome gives her a pendant with a fragment of Argentea. Miku is surprised and asks how did Zorome get this and he answers he had climbed Argentea. Miku becomes angry and says a FRANXX is about 30m tall and he could’ve been injured. Miku then notices that their pendants match. Zorome says the pendants are the proof of their bond. Zorome continues that he doesn’t want to lose to Hiro, who gave them their names, and Zorome wants to do something for the children. Once again, Zorome asks Miku to help him start a school but he doesn’t want to force her because they have to leave the Bird Nest. Zorome says Miku is his friend and greatest partner. Miku then starts crying and calls Zorome an idiot.

Ikuno asks Mitsuru to help carrying a box of books. Mitsuru wonders if these are the ones Goro was asking for. Ikuno answers that there aren’t many books about the human body in the Plantation and Hachi told her about the document of Dr. FRANXX’s huge experiments on human body in the past. Ikuno says that made her feels nauseous and calls Dr. FRANXX a damned old man. Mitsuru wonders if that experiment came up with a technology to create another life and calls that ironic. Just then, a book is about to fall on Ikuno and Mitsuru saves her. Ikuno thanks Mitsuru and he replies she should eat more. Ikuno teases Mitsuru, saying her body is too thin and not lady-like, a complete opposite of Kokoro’s but he is not amused by this. Mitsuru then rolls up Ikuno’s sleeve, revealing many injection marks. Mitsuru worriedly asks if Ikuno did this to herself. Mitsuru tells Ikuno to take care of herself better, making Ikuno chuckle.

Ikuno says that she hates herself. Ikuno tells Mitsuru that they are similar and wretched people in the core. Ikuno says that Mitsuru had overcome his frustration and received a lot of things in return, making him a great papa as he is now. Ikuno is happy for him, because he found someone he truly loves and moving forward with his life. Ikuno asks Mitsuru to keep her condition a secret from everyone else and let her be a “good person”. Mitsuru teases Ikuno, saying that for someone who claimed to have no interest in others, she sure is subtle about helping them. Ikuno smiles that it’s the same for Mitsuru. Mitsuru tells Ikuno that she was a good person from the very start, because she’s honest and that he trusted her the most. Ikuno is taken aback by this and says that part of her won’t change. Ikuno says that she will do things her way and she is not one to give up. Ikuno says that she will complete her research and help everyone to live long and healthy lives, no matter what it takes. Mitsuru says softly that he looks forward to it.

Ai calls out to Futoshi and Kokoro asks her to call him “big brother Futoshi” but Ai misspells it as “uncle Futoshi”. Futoshi says it’s okay. Futoshi says that Kokoro has become a mother now and Kokoro replies she still can’t believe it. Futoshi says that the number of children has increased. Futoshi says that if the number of wheat they can harvest becomes stable, he will open a bakery. Futoshi adds that he wanted for Kokoro to be the first to know. Futoshi continues that there must be a more spacious farm out there and he plans to leave the Bird Nest. Kokoro is surprised and Futoshi continues that he wants to make bread for the children. Kokoro says Futoshi is so cool and he laughs, saying that he always was but then brushes that as a joke. Kokoro casts her eyes down and says Futoshi is cool, because he stood up for her when her memories were erased and she felt she should say her gratitude to him. Kokoro adds that even before the memory erase, she one-sidedly broke off their partnership but he didn’t blame her for it. Kokoro says she is a selfish person, because she knew she was causing trouble for Futoshi but she only thought of herself and couldn’t help him.

Futoshi tells Kokoro to raise her head and he didn’t come here so Kokoro could say those things. Futoshi asks Kokoro to smile and it’s because of her courage to take the next step and her smile, Mitsuru and everyone else are here now. Futoshi also adds that he’s not the same as he was back then. Futoshi says Hiro and Zero Two had shown them courage, same as Kokoro and Mitsuru did. Futoshi says he became a man because of Kokoro and thanks her from the bottom of his heart. Kokoro says she is thankful to him, too.

Hachi says the wind is strong tonight and Nana says she can get a good look of the stars. Hachi says it’s Tanabata day and wonders if Hiro and Zero Two are still fighting. Nana says it’s not just them, everyone on earth is struggling. Hachi mutters that the children carry a heavy weight called the fate of humanity on their shoulders. Nana says she hopes everyone’s thoughts reach them.

In space, Zero Two tells Hiro to rest but Hiro says he’s fine because they share the damage together. Because they will soon the enemy’s base, she wants Hiro to reserve his strength and leave the steering to her. Hiro apologizes but Zero Two tells him not to, because it will make her sad too. Zero Two continues that they are the Jian, who cannot live without the other. Hiro thanks Zero Two and he hopes that he could become as strong as her. Not for long, Hiro falls asleep. Zero Two says she has to apologize too, because she knows everything thanks to their connection. Zero Two continues that Hiro, as a human, carries a heavy burden and she already set her heart to be with him and walk together towards their fates. Zero Two tells Hiro that he is strong enough as he is now and says he has to wait for a bit.

Squad 13 gathers in the field, but they are surprised when they see each other. Ichigo says she feels Hiro is calling them. Futoshi adds that he wants to talk to Hiro. Kokoro feels cold and Ikuno offers Kokoro her shawl. Mitsuru says Hiro and Zero Two probably can see them from there, just as they can see the stars so clearly tonight. Miku comments that even Mitsuru can say something romantic like that. Goro replies that men are more romantic. Zorome says that they are still fighting up there, for the sake of humanity’s fate. Ichigo says Hiro did that not because of his sense of duty, but because it’s the path he took. Futoshi agrees and says that the image of “Hiro the hero” is something they created themselves. Goro adds that the actual person is reckless and the tends to get himself into trouble. Mitsuru agrees and says that side of Hiro doesn’t change. Zorome adds that those are the things that made Hiro, Hiro. Miku wonders if Hiro and Zero Two are going to win and Ikuno believes that they will make a miracle. Kokoro says she misses Hiro and Zero Two and wants to see them.

Ichigo suddenly starts to shout Hiro and Zero Two’s name loudly, telling them to do their best and everyone will always cheer on them. Ichigo says to everyone to go to sleep, because they have a lot of work to do tomorrow. Everyone then goes back to their home.

In space, Zero Two wakes Hiro up. Zero Two tells Hiro to be careful because she feels him weaken. Hiro tells Zero Two that he had a dream where everyone is living their lives happily. Hiro also had a dream where he and Zero Two meet again in earth, in the distant future. Hiro says those are not dreams, but his hopes. Zero Two says no matter what fate awaits them, they will always be together.

## Trivia

* In Part 3, Hachi mentions it is Tanabata Day on the lunar calendar. In Japanese culture, it is a day of festivities also known as the **Star Festival** and is held on various days between July and August. It celebrates the meeting of the deities Orihime and Hikoboshi; according to the legend, the Milky Way separates these lovers and they are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month of the lunisolar calendar.
* However, this would be inconsistent with the timeline; Hiro and Zero Two left Earth on May 10 and the approximate date should be April 11 after 702 days pass.
	+ On the other hand, in the last scene of Part 3, when Hiro wakes up from his dream, 783 days had passed since the gate passage, according to Episode 24. This would put the date at July 11.