Margaret happens to be Roses longtime maid, who now detests Rose after she assassinated the king.

So much so that she tells him exactly where in the palace Rose is being held.

In his exchange with this guard, Cid only saysSumimasen?over and over.

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Its a genuinely heartwarming reunion.

But by pursuing this marriage, shes perverting that way of life.

Having absconded with her biscuits, Cid overhears this whole exchange.

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Now he knows the score, and he has a Plan B in mind.

That plan begins with him remaining undercover as Epsilons student.

He stays at a spa hotel where Epsilon gives him a shoulder massage and anextremelyeager 559 serves him fruit.

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Before he entered, 559 gives Epsilon her report on her failed mission to the ruins.

All they can do for now is support their Lord.

But in truth, Perv intends to use the Black Rose to seize power for himself.

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I was deeply invested in Cid and Roses talk even as I laughed at him scarfing down those cookies.

Im looking forward to seeing how his Plan B unfolds.

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Rating: 4/5 Stars