Ep. 51: Mermaid Princesses confront Gaito, Kaito, and a hypnotized Taro in a battle against one of their own.
Aired on March 20, 2004

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The six Mermaid Princesses learn about the connection between Gaito and Kaito. They subsequently discover Taro under hypnosis, which leads to a conflict where they must fight against one of their own group members. Following these events, Sara experiences emotional healing as Taro offers his forgiveness. This act of absolution cures her broken heart, resulting in a physical transformation where her hair color changes to orange. The episode focuses on the revelation of relationships, the internal conflict among the princesses, and the resolution of Sara's emotional distress through Taro's actions.
Episodes
- Ep. 47 · Gaito visits Kaito in a dream while Sara gives Taro a key to the castle
- Ep. 48 · Kaito experiences a strange dream where Gaito reveals their brotherhood and Pantharassa clan heritage.
- Ep. 49 · Sheshe and Mimi steal mermaid pearls to power evil microphones.
- Ep. 50 · The group visits Gaito's castle to thwart his world domination scheme and save Noel and Coco.
- Ep. 51 · Mermaid Princesses confront Gaito, Kaito, and a hypnotized Taro in a battle against one of their own.
- Ep. 52 · Kaito learns Lucia's identity as Mermaid Princesses summon Aqua Regina to defeat Gaito.