Ep. 26: Erin realizes Lilan views her as a mother figure after a failed quiz.
Aired on July 4, 2009
Erin fails a quiz, prompting her and her friends to study intensely to advance to high school at Kazalm. Following the exam, the group departs for summer vacation. During this time, Lilan approaches Erin and begins to snuggle with her. This interaction leads Erin to understand that Lilan perceives her as a mother, a realization that brings Erin great joy. Additionally, Erin discovers that Lilan comprehends basic commands such as "wait" and "stop." Later, Esal reveals that Lilan was a gift to the Shin-Oh, meaning she is unable to return to the wild. This information clarifies Lilan's permanent status and deepens the bond between the characters as they navigate their new understanding of Lilan's origins and limitations.
Episodes
- Ep. 22 · Erin and companions restore the Yantoku harp with Ia-lu's aid to help Lilan eat.
- Ep. 23 · Kazalm Teachers Swear to Protect Erin and Lilan from Palace Exploitation
- Ep. 24 · The Grand Duke's sons diverge after Shunan and Nugan duel
- Ep. 25 · Nuk and Mok lose five gold pieces while shopping for Karisa and seek to repay Erin.
- Ep. 26 · Erin realizes Lilan views her as a mother figure after a failed quiz.
- Ep. 27 · Erin dreams of misty Hikara and receives guidance from her mother Soh-yon
- Ep. 28 · Erin processes her father Joh-on's passing with guidance from Esal and Tomura.
- Ep. 29 · Erin attempts grooming Lilan with a new brush, leading to injury and fear before reconciliation.
- Ep. 30 · A recap of Erin's time at Kazalm during a four-year skip to age eighteen