1 00:00:18,530 --> 00:00:24,920 This is a prestigious public school, protected by tradition and discipline. 2 00:00:25,880 --> 00:00:30,290 Now that you are a student here, you must obey the rules. 3 00:00:31,270 --> 00:00:33,210 Ciel Phantomhive... 4 00:00:34,110 --> 00:00:40,230 Do you vow to abide by all of Weston College's traditions and rules? 5 00:00:40,230 --> 00:00:41,060 Yes. 6 00:02:40,220 --> 00:02:42,290 Dash it all! I'm going to be late! 7 00:02:47,020 --> 00:02:48,730 W-Wait, please! 8 00:02:53,230 --> 00:02:54,280 Made it. 9 00:03:02,070 --> 00:03:06,200 Weston College, located on the banks of the Thames, 10 00:03:06,200 --> 00:03:09,130 is England's most distinguished public school. 11 00:03:09,910 --> 00:03:14,000 Its vast grounds are a labyrinth of giant school buildings 12 00:03:14,000 --> 00:03:16,390 and chapels in the Gothic style. 13 00:03:16,390 --> 00:03:19,090 There are four boarding houses with long histories, 14 00:03:19,460 --> 00:03:24,050 and its students follow a strict disciplinary code that values tradition above all else. 15 00:03:24,050 --> 00:03:26,270 The boys-only boarding houses, 16 00:03:26,270 --> 00:03:29,160 plus its unique curriculum and first-rate educators, 17 00:03:29,520 --> 00:03:32,300 supposedly make "true English gentlemen" of its students. 18 00:03:32,630 --> 00:03:37,840 All the noble families willingly pay exorbitant fees 19 00:03:37,840 --> 00:03:40,440 in order to get their sons the status it confers. 20 00:03:43,020 --> 00:03:45,150 First impressions are crucial. 21 00:03:45,740 --> 00:03:47,080 I need to focus. 22 00:03:49,590 --> 00:03:50,580 Did he just... 23 00:03:50,580 --> 00:03:51,910 Look at that. 24 00:03:51,910 --> 00:03:53,080 Unbelievable. 25 00:03:53,080 --> 00:03:54,630 He stepped on the lawn. 26 00:03:55,000 --> 00:03:57,580 What nerve! He's not even one of the P4! 27 00:03:57,580 --> 00:03:59,080 That's a guaranteed Y. 28 00:03:59,080 --> 00:04:00,700 Oh dear. 29 00:04:00,700 --> 00:04:01,870 What in the world— 30 00:04:01,870 --> 00:04:02,590 Look! 31 00:04:02,590 --> 00:04:04,370 Here they come. 32 00:04:05,630 --> 00:04:07,510 It's the Prefect 4! 33 00:04:12,390 --> 00:04:13,640 He'll get in trouble! 34 00:04:13,640 --> 00:04:14,270 Uh-oh. 35 00:04:14,270 --> 00:04:15,440 Serves him right. 36 00:04:16,590 --> 00:04:17,660 He's going to hit me? 37 00:04:20,950 --> 00:04:22,580 Your tie is crooked. 38 00:04:26,310 --> 00:04:28,200 What's your name? 39 00:04:28,200 --> 00:04:29,740 Phantomhive. 40 00:04:29,740 --> 00:04:31,370 Not a familiar name. 41 00:04:31,370 --> 00:04:36,540 The Head Master mentioned that a new student is entering Blue House today. 42 00:04:36,540 --> 00:04:37,370 Would that be you? 43 00:04:37,370 --> 00:04:38,090 Yes. 44 00:04:38,090 --> 00:04:41,640 Weston College rule No. 48: 45 00:04:41,640 --> 00:04:46,560 "Only prefects or those with a prefect's permission may cross the lawn." 46 00:04:46,560 --> 00:04:48,930 You should have memorized the rules before you came. 47 00:04:49,540 --> 00:04:50,550 I'm very sor— 48 00:04:50,550 --> 00:04:52,140 Let's hurry indoors. 49 00:04:53,030 --> 00:04:54,980 The sun makes it too bright out here. 50 00:04:57,550 --> 00:05:00,890 Be more careful, Phantomhive. 51 00:05:04,740 --> 00:05:08,950 Well, you're a lucky one! You stepped on the lawn and got off scot-free! 52 00:05:08,950 --> 00:05:09,910 Here. 53 00:05:10,280 --> 00:05:14,370 My name's McMillan. I'm a first-year in Blue House, like you. 54 00:05:14,370 --> 00:05:16,970 I-I see. Thank you. 55 00:05:17,300 --> 00:05:22,530 By the way, I kept hearing "P4" and "Y"—what do those mean? 56 00:05:22,530 --> 00:05:28,120 "Y" is a unit of punishment. For every Y, you have to copy out 100 Latin hexameters. 57 00:05:28,120 --> 00:05:29,090 And "P4"? 58 00:05:29,090 --> 00:05:33,470 The four fellows you just met. Remember their coloured waistcoats? 59 00:05:33,850 --> 00:05:38,530 Only prefects are allowed to choose their own waistcoat fabrics. 60 00:05:38,530 --> 00:05:39,590 Prefects? 61 00:05:39,590 --> 00:05:42,200 Think of them as the heads of the boarding houses. 62 00:05:43,310 --> 00:05:47,490 The one in the red waistcoat was Edgar Redmond, the prefect of Scarlet Fox House, 63 00:05:47,490 --> 00:05:51,490 where students of exceptionally high birth gather. 64 00:05:52,580 --> 00:05:56,150 The one in the blue waistcoat was Lawrence Bluewer, the prefect of Sapphire Owl House, 65 00:05:56,150 --> 00:06:00,060 where students who excel academically gather. 66 00:06:01,380 --> 00:06:05,540 The one in the green waistcoat was Herman Greenhill, the prefect of Green Lion House, 67 00:06:05,540 --> 00:06:09,190 where students who excel at martial arts and sports gather. 68 00:06:10,900 --> 00:06:14,630 The one in the purple waistcoat was Gregory Violet, the prefect of Violet Wolf House, 69 00:06:14,630 --> 00:06:18,600 where students who excel in the arts gather. 70 00:06:19,530 --> 00:06:23,390 They're the four prefects of Weston College's historic boarding houses, 71 00:06:23,390 --> 00:06:25,580 or the "P4" for short! 72 00:06:25,580 --> 00:06:26,490 Right... 73 00:06:26,760 --> 00:06:31,480 Ah, how I look up to them! I'd love to be a prefect one day. 74 00:06:31,480 --> 00:06:32,950 If only, eh? 75 00:06:33,630 --> 00:06:38,180 Still, not being able to cross the lawn seems like an unproductive rule. 76 00:06:38,910 --> 00:06:40,290 Traditions can feel like that. 77 00:06:41,750 --> 00:06:43,890 Oh, no! We'll be late for lessons! 78 00:06:43,890 --> 00:06:45,960 Let's hurry! I don't want any Ys! 79 00:06:48,270 --> 00:06:52,730 Though I have to say, I'm surprised Colet left so suddenly. 80 00:06:52,730 --> 00:06:56,330 And it must have been rough on you, transferring in the middle of a half. 81 00:06:56,330 --> 00:07:00,640 I'd been waiting a long time for the chance. I'm more than happy to catch up. 82 00:07:00,640 --> 00:07:02,250 Boy up! 83 00:07:03,190 --> 00:07:07,660 The last boy to answer that order has to do tasks for the older boys! 84 00:07:07,660 --> 00:07:08,440 What?! 85 00:07:11,050 --> 00:07:13,350 Are you new here, straggler? 86 00:07:13,350 --> 00:07:14,500 Yes. 87 00:07:14,780 --> 00:07:19,390 Return to the House when you've finished shining the prefect's shoes, then. 88 00:07:19,390 --> 00:07:21,500 We'll throw you a welcoming party. 89 00:07:27,870 --> 00:07:30,840 Welcome to our boarding house, Phantomhive. 90 00:07:34,710 --> 00:07:37,070 I do hope you'll enjoy yourself. 91 00:07:37,350 --> 00:07:38,770 And toss! 92 00:07:42,060 --> 00:07:43,940 And toss! 93 00:07:42,060 --> 00:07:45,700 Well? What do you think of our traditional House welcoming party? 94 00:07:45,700 --> 00:07:47,800 And toss! 95 00:07:45,700 --> 00:07:51,070 Be sure to study even more diligently now that you're a member of Sapphire Owl House. 96 00:07:49,490 --> 00:07:51,070 And toss! 97 00:07:51,360 --> 00:07:53,450 Toss him even higher this time! 98 00:07:52,360 --> 00:07:53,450 No, stop— 99 00:07:53,450 --> 00:07:56,240 What's all this commotion? I'll assign you all Ys. 100 00:07:56,240 --> 00:07:57,420 Drat! The House Master! 101 00:07:57,950 --> 00:08:02,540 Clayton, I'm surprised to see an older boy joining in. What's this about? 102 00:08:02,540 --> 00:08:05,670 Well, sir, it's House tradition... 103 00:08:07,630 --> 00:08:11,340 Tsk tsk. Traditions are all well and good, but do exercise moderation. 104 00:08:12,040 --> 00:08:14,990 I take it you're Phantomhive, the new boy? 105 00:08:16,090 --> 00:08:19,100 Welcome to Sapphire Owl House. 106 00:08:21,720 --> 00:08:24,070 I'm Michaelis, the House Master. 107 00:08:31,490 --> 00:08:34,580 Pleased to meet you, Master Michaelis. 108 00:08:34,580 --> 00:08:38,130 I'm sorry you've had so much trouble on your first day, Phantomhive. 109 00:08:38,450 --> 00:08:39,900 Are you hurt? 110 00:08:40,420 --> 00:08:42,750 I thank you for your concern, 111 00:08:42,750 --> 00:08:47,210 though I would've been even happier if you'd stopped them sooner. 112 00:08:47,590 --> 00:08:53,100 It would have been boorish of me to come down too hard on a rite of passage. 113 00:08:53,930 --> 00:08:57,510 You see, I am merely one hell of a House Master. 114 00:08:59,740 --> 00:09:05,330 Now, Phantomhive, you're wanted in the Head Master's office. 115 00:09:21,270 --> 00:09:26,160 How was your first day here, Phantomhive? 116 00:09:26,650 --> 00:09:30,510 If Blue House doesn't suit you, you can come to Red House. 117 00:09:30,850 --> 00:09:34,130 Someone of your station is always welcome. 118 00:09:34,420 --> 00:09:40,350 Only the Head Master has the authority to decide House assignments. No exceptions. 119 00:09:41,240 --> 00:09:43,670 It would probably be the same at any House. 120 00:09:43,930 --> 00:09:49,830 This is a prestigious public school, protected by tradition and discipline. 121 00:09:49,830 --> 00:09:54,280 Now that you are a student here, you must obey the rules. 122 00:09:56,250 --> 00:10:00,090 Ordinarily, the Head Master would offer you a few words of welcome, 123 00:10:00,090 --> 00:10:02,540 but he's horribly busy, so I shall take his place. 124 00:10:03,970 --> 00:10:07,460 I am Johann Agares, Lower Master of the College. 125 00:10:08,100 --> 00:10:11,520 The Head Master decides everything here. 126 00:10:11,520 --> 00:10:15,300 Within this institution, his decisions are the highest law. 127 00:10:15,300 --> 00:10:19,550 And we prefects are tasked with governing the student body. 128 00:10:20,260 --> 00:10:23,560 Any troublesome duties get foisted on us. It's a beastly role. 129 00:10:24,620 --> 00:10:27,870 This has been the school's tradition since its founding. 130 00:10:28,540 --> 00:10:29,650 And... 131 00:10:30,400 --> 00:10:32,110 Tradition is absolute. 132 00:10:34,630 --> 00:10:36,390 Ciel Phantomhive... 133 00:10:36,920 --> 00:10:42,500 Do you vow to abide by all of Weston College's traditions and rules? 134 00:10:43,570 --> 00:10:44,340 Yes. 135 00:10:45,690 --> 00:10:47,790 Then sign here, please. 136 00:10:50,370 --> 00:10:51,790 Master Agares! 137 00:10:51,790 --> 00:10:55,250 Pardon me, pardon me, pardon me. Pardon me, pardon me, pardon me. 138 00:10:57,530 --> 00:10:58,970 Sign here, please. 139 00:11:00,730 --> 00:11:03,890 Welcome to Weston College, Phantomhive. 140 00:11:04,600 --> 00:11:06,850 We're pleased to have you. 141 00:11:15,350 --> 00:11:18,140 I hope you'll have a pleasant life here. 142 00:11:19,370 --> 00:11:24,200 Pardon me, but when do you think I'll be able to give my regards to the Head Master? 143 00:11:24,920 --> 00:11:29,030 The Head Master is far too busy to meet with ordinary students. 144 00:11:29,430 --> 00:11:34,980 Only we prefects are permitted appointments with him. 145 00:11:41,140 --> 00:11:43,980 Ordinary students can't meet with the Head Master? 146 00:11:45,000 --> 00:11:50,020 So the Head Master is essentially an absolute monarch here? 147 00:11:53,710 --> 00:11:58,370 In public schools, boys of roughly ages 13 to 18 148 00:11:58,370 --> 00:12:02,400 live together in boarding houses and devote themselves to their studies. 149 00:12:03,170 --> 00:12:07,280 Every aspect of their lives is dictated by the ringing of the bells. 150 00:12:28,390 --> 00:12:29,900 "Drudges"? 151 00:12:30,180 --> 00:12:34,520 Right. Drudges are a bit like apprentices. Or perhaps little brothers? 152 00:12:34,870 --> 00:12:38,120 After breakfast, it's time for us to work. 153 00:12:38,120 --> 00:12:43,930 It's a unique Weston tradition where each junior boy serves a senior boy. 154 00:12:43,930 --> 00:12:44,990 Serves him how? 155 00:12:44,990 --> 00:12:48,660 Tidy his room, iron his school dress, 156 00:12:48,660 --> 00:12:51,120 bring him a hot-water bottle at night—that sort of thing. 157 00:12:51,540 --> 00:12:54,210 Playing butler, essentially. 158 00:12:54,210 --> 00:12:56,580 Another troublesome tradition. 159 00:12:58,380 --> 00:13:00,700 Do the prefects have drudges? 160 00:13:00,700 --> 00:13:06,550 Of course! Clayton serves Bluewer, the Blue House prefect. 161 00:13:06,550 --> 00:13:07,900 Clayton? 162 00:13:08,570 --> 00:13:09,970 Ah, him. 163 00:13:10,630 --> 00:13:15,390 Drudges are different from butlers, since the drudge-masters look after them in return. 164 00:13:15,390 --> 00:13:19,480 Maybe the best way to describe it is they're like brothers, except only at school. 165 00:13:19,930 --> 00:13:21,420 Brothers, eh? 166 00:13:21,420 --> 00:13:25,470 Oh, and the prefects' drudges get special privileges! 167 00:13:25,470 --> 00:13:27,990 They have the same House flower pinned to their tailcoats, 168 00:13:27,990 --> 00:13:30,450 and they can cross the lawn if they get permission. 169 00:13:30,450 --> 00:13:36,010 And I hear they even get to join the P4 at the "midnight tea parties" held by the Head Master! 170 00:13:36,620 --> 00:13:38,660 If I can attend a midnight tea party, 171 00:13:38,660 --> 00:13:41,710 I'll have a chance to make contact with the Head Master. 172 00:13:41,710 --> 00:13:47,430 But the guest list being restricted to the P4 and their drudges makes things a bit tricky. 173 00:13:47,770 --> 00:13:51,560 I'd love to attend one someday! If only, eh? 174 00:13:52,810 --> 00:13:59,140 I'm getting nowhere. I'll have to cut straight to the point. 175 00:13:59,560 --> 00:14:02,020 Changing the subject, if I may... 176 00:14:02,550 --> 00:14:05,880 Do you happen to know Derrick Arden, the son of the Duke of Clemens? 177 00:14:05,880 --> 00:14:09,740 I believe he's in Scarlet Fox House— 178 00:14:13,990 --> 00:14:15,200 What's this? 179 00:14:15,200 --> 00:14:16,580 Phantomhive! 180 00:14:16,580 --> 00:14:20,290 No one likes a boy who's too friendly with people in other Houses! 181 00:14:20,290 --> 00:14:23,950 Pardon? Are we little girls in cliques now? 182 00:14:23,950 --> 00:14:27,550 There are lots of inter-house competitions, you see. 183 00:14:28,110 --> 00:14:34,760 But I'm sure I recall Arden being specially transferred to Purple House. 184 00:14:35,110 --> 00:14:35,970 Transferred? 185 00:14:36,290 --> 00:14:40,570 I don't know the details, but they say it was on the Head Master's orders. 186 00:14:40,570 --> 00:14:41,810 The Head Master's? 187 00:14:41,810 --> 00:14:46,280 I-In any event, it's best not to get involved with other Houses! 188 00:14:46,280 --> 00:14:48,740 Especially Violet Wolf House. 189 00:14:49,620 --> 00:14:50,840 What do you mean— 190 00:14:50,840 --> 00:14:52,490 McMillan! Time for work! 191 00:14:52,490 --> 00:14:53,330 Coming! 192 00:14:53,330 --> 00:14:57,620 This is my senior. Cheerio, Phantomhive! 193 00:15:00,310 --> 00:15:02,360 What's that pose about? 194 00:15:04,010 --> 00:15:08,040 So Derrick Arden's House assignment changed? 195 00:15:08,390 --> 00:15:10,520 There must be something in that. 196 00:15:10,520 --> 00:15:11,970 Phantomhive! 197 00:15:12,290 --> 00:15:13,690 Yes, Clayton? 198 00:15:14,020 --> 00:15:17,430 You'll be cleaning the dining room until you're assigned a senior. 199 00:15:18,810 --> 00:15:20,520 The dining room? 200 00:15:21,340 --> 00:15:24,050 You mean... this whole room? 201 00:15:24,050 --> 00:15:25,150 Indeed. 202 00:15:25,150 --> 00:15:26,610 And I'll accept no slacking! 203 00:15:32,820 --> 00:15:34,050 Sebastian. 204 00:15:39,950 --> 00:15:41,160 Right here. 205 00:15:44,130 --> 00:15:46,600 Apparently, Derrick Arden changed houses. 206 00:15:46,600 --> 00:15:51,450 His name does appear next to Violet Wolf House in the register. 207 00:15:51,450 --> 00:15:53,240 He should be there at this hour. 208 00:15:53,240 --> 00:15:56,370 I'll go call on him. You clean up here. 209 00:15:56,370 --> 00:15:57,880 Very good, my lord. 210 00:15:59,130 --> 00:16:00,390 Well, then... 211 00:16:01,800 --> 00:16:03,240 To work! 212 00:16:12,610 --> 00:16:14,820 This is quite the aesthetic. 213 00:16:15,640 --> 00:16:18,490 Fitting for the House full of eccentrics. 214 00:16:25,830 --> 00:16:27,510 It's an outsider. 215 00:16:27,510 --> 00:16:28,840 An outsider. 216 00:16:28,840 --> 00:16:30,210 That's Blue House's crest. 217 00:16:30,210 --> 00:16:32,050 Wh-When did they get here?! 218 00:16:32,050 --> 00:16:37,100 Oi, swot. What business have you got with Purple House? 219 00:16:37,100 --> 00:16:41,580 You'll need more than just good marks before you're allowed here! 220 00:16:41,580 --> 00:16:42,500 Get out. 221 00:16:42,500 --> 00:16:44,400 Yes, get out. 222 00:16:44,400 --> 00:16:46,520 Leave, outsider. 223 00:16:46,520 --> 00:16:47,290 Get out! 224 00:16:47,290 --> 00:16:48,190 Ouch! 225 00:16:48,190 --> 00:16:50,670 Get away from Purple House! 226 00:16:51,230 --> 00:16:56,200 Bring a nice, thick dictionary to protect your head next time, you swotty sap! 227 00:16:56,500 --> 00:16:58,830 Wh-What was that about?! 228 00:16:59,090 --> 00:17:00,710 What's all the ruckus? 229 00:17:02,190 --> 00:17:04,080 Hullo, Violet. 230 00:17:04,080 --> 00:17:06,510 One of the swots showed up. 231 00:17:10,420 --> 00:17:11,610 The new boy? 232 00:17:17,390 --> 00:17:19,400 That was awful. 233 00:17:20,290 --> 00:17:25,140 I see the hostility between Houses is worse than I thought. 234 00:17:25,690 --> 00:17:29,850 Never mind the Head Master, I can't even visit Arden? 235 00:17:30,740 --> 00:17:33,820 Titles and wealth mean nothing here. 236 00:17:34,240 --> 00:17:38,490 As long as I'm an ordinary student, I'll have trouble even gathering information. 237 00:17:39,030 --> 00:17:43,450 Which leaves only one way to get to the heart of this. 238 00:17:44,370 --> 00:17:47,540 I'll just have to curry favour with the Prefect 4. 239 00:17:48,790 --> 00:17:50,920 The question is how... 240 00:17:54,910 --> 00:17:56,000 I can't believe it. 241 00:17:55,460 --> 00:17:56,670 How did he do it? 242 00:18:00,300 --> 00:18:01,520 Phantomhive! 243 00:18:01,520 --> 00:18:02,220 Yes?! 244 00:18:02,520 --> 00:18:04,630 Oh, no! Does he know I didn't clean up?! 245 00:18:04,630 --> 00:18:08,770 I'm not one to hand out compliments. However... 246 00:18:08,770 --> 00:18:11,710 Today, I'm willing to commend you! 247 00:18:11,710 --> 00:18:12,690 I'm sorry? 248 00:18:16,610 --> 00:18:21,530 Our ancient—I mean historic—dining room has never looked so spotless! 249 00:18:21,530 --> 00:18:23,530 Brilliant work, Phantomhive! 250 00:18:23,530 --> 00:18:25,450 You flatter me. 251 00:18:25,450 --> 00:18:27,940 That rotter went too far! 252 00:18:28,540 --> 00:18:30,050 Master Michaelis! 253 00:18:30,460 --> 00:18:31,630 What is it? 254 00:18:31,940 --> 00:18:36,120 Look at this dining room! Phantomhive cleaned it today. 255 00:18:36,120 --> 00:18:37,840 Most impressive. 256 00:18:38,130 --> 00:18:41,010 Good work, Phantomhive. 257 00:18:41,300 --> 00:18:43,540 This was uncalled-for. 258 00:18:44,050 --> 00:18:45,770 Thank you, sir. 259 00:18:45,770 --> 00:18:47,020 Hold on. 260 00:18:48,110 --> 00:18:50,850 Clayton is Bluewer's drudge... 261 00:18:48,120 --> 00:18:50,110 I had him do it to see what he was made of, 262 00:18:50,110 --> 00:18:51,720 since he hasn't got a drudge-master yet. 263 00:18:51,270 --> 00:18:53,260 I can use this. 264 00:18:52,020 --> 00:18:54,230 I never imagined he'd do so well in such little time. 265 00:18:54,230 --> 00:18:59,460 My scheme to ingratiate myself with the prefects will start with him. 266 00:19:00,200 --> 00:19:02,560 I'm ever so glad I pleased you. 267 00:19:02,560 --> 00:19:06,160 Truthfully, housework is my specialty! 268 00:19:07,550 --> 00:19:12,820 Please, ask me for anything you need, Clayton. 269 00:19:22,430 --> 00:19:24,360 "My dear boy— 270 00:19:24,700 --> 00:19:28,100 It's so dreadful what happened on the Campania." 271 00:19:28,680 --> 00:19:32,900 "I hope you are quite recovered and are enjoying your Easter." 272 00:19:34,500 --> 00:19:38,590 "As for myself, I am afraid I find myself so worried 273 00:19:38,590 --> 00:19:42,710 that I am unable to truly enjoy the holiday." 274 00:19:43,670 --> 00:19:51,140 "What is troubling me is my cousin Clemens' son, Derrick." 275 00:19:51,770 --> 00:19:55,240 "Derrick is in his fifth year at Weston, 276 00:19:55,240 --> 00:19:59,450 and for some reason, he hasn't been home to see his parents since last summer." 277 00:19:59,900 --> 00:20:04,180 "He used to write them every day, but his letters have stopped as well." 278 00:20:07,940 --> 00:20:10,690 "His mother the duchess tried visiting his boarding house, 279 00:20:10,690 --> 00:20:12,770 but I'm told he refused to come out." 280 00:20:13,410 --> 00:20:17,590 "Ordinarily, I would assume he's simply in a rebellious phase, 281 00:20:17,590 --> 00:20:22,780 but it seems many other students have also stopped returning home." 282 00:20:23,740 --> 00:20:26,870 "What could have happened to them?" 283 00:20:29,990 --> 00:20:35,710 "Poor Clemens is quite ill over losing contact with his only son in this way." 284 00:20:36,310 --> 00:20:38,240 "I'm terribly worried." 285 00:20:39,850 --> 00:20:48,510 "I pray that my loved ones will soon all be able to enjoy a quiet Easter holiday. 286 00:20:49,470 --> 00:20:50,890 —Victoria." 287 00:20:52,850 --> 00:21:00,150 In other words, she's saying, "Investigate why the Weston students have gone missing." 288 00:21:00,590 --> 00:21:04,240 And implying that she'd have trouble acting directly because public schools 289 00:21:04,240 --> 00:21:07,120 are independent institutions protected from government interference. 290 00:21:07,830 --> 00:21:09,240 But I imagine the truth is 291 00:21:09,240 --> 00:21:13,080 she doesn't want to make a fuss and risk publicly exposing family secrets. 292 00:21:13,080 --> 00:21:15,830 Worrying about appearances even at a time like this... 293 00:21:16,270 --> 00:21:19,210 This is just the trouble with humans. 294 00:21:19,210 --> 00:21:21,980 I'd prefer to have someone infiltrate the school, 295 00:21:21,980 --> 00:21:25,930 but Weston is full of noblemen's sons. 296 00:21:25,930 --> 00:21:30,560 There aren't many peers to choose from, and any of them would be recognized. 297 00:21:30,560 --> 00:21:33,180 Trying to disguise anyone's identity would be risky. 298 00:21:34,050 --> 00:21:35,620 You'll go yourself, then? 299 00:21:38,020 --> 00:21:39,510 What choice do I have? 300 00:21:39,510 --> 00:21:42,400 Well, I won't mind the Queen owing me a favour. 301 00:21:42,730 --> 00:21:46,490 The issue is whether Weston has an opening for a new student. 302 00:21:46,770 --> 00:21:50,740 Easily solved. If there isn't one, you can create one. 303 00:21:54,130 --> 00:21:57,070 I had better handle the investigation on College grounds. 304 00:21:57,430 --> 00:22:00,960 You will support me without getting found out. 305 00:22:01,500 --> 00:22:03,210 I leave the specifics to you. 306 00:22:19,660 --> 00:22:21,820 Yes, my lord.