Ep 9. Louise's Change Of Heart

Louise's Change Of Heart is the ninth episode of Zero No Tsukaima's first season. The series is set in a world where magic exists and follows the story of Louise, a second-year student at the Tristain Academy of Magic who is known to be a failure in her class.

In this episode, Louise is tasked with protecting a sacred plant that is being targeted by thieves. She is not happy with this assignment and decides to enlist the help of Saito, a boy who was summoned from another world and is now her Familiar. Initially, Saito is hesitant to help her after the way she has treated him in the past, but Louise is able to convince him to help her.

As they work together to protect the plant, Louise begins to realize that Saito is not just her servant but an individual with feelings and emotions. She also begins to see the error of her ways and how she has mistreated not only Saito but other members of her class. Throughout the episode, Louise goes through a transformational journey as she learns to see Saito as more than just a Familiar and begins to treat him and others with respect.

Meanwhile, Kirche and Guiche, two other students from the Academy, are also after the sacred plant. They have their own reasons for wanting it, and their actions lead to a confrontation with Louise and Saito. During the confrontation, Louise sacrifices herself to protect the plant, and Saito goes on to save her.

This episode is a pivotal moment in the series as it marks a significant turning point in Louise's character development. Her change of heart allows her to become more empathetic and understanding, which in turn, strengthens her bond with Saito and allows her to become a better mage.

Overall, Louise's Change Of Heart is a thrilling and emotional episode that showcases the growth of the main character and solidifies the relationships between the characters in the show.