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Hey, you're skidding.

I can't help it.

The snow from last night is frozen.

I guess studless snow tires don't cut it after all.

W...what's with that car? It's also got studless tires.

Unbelievable.

Careful...

Careful, careful!

Oh no!

Move, move!

Right, right!

Hey...

Sayuki?

Ouch, it's frozen.

Are you alright, Sayuki?

Sentimental White

This sucks.

We started snow boarding at the same time, so how come you're so much better?

It's frustrating, but no girl can surpass your sporting sense.

It was the same when you started drifting.

You've got natural instincts, so you improve so fast.

Well, if it isn't Shingo...!

W...well, if it isn't Sayuki...

It's been a while. What a coincidence to see you here.

Do you do snow boarding, too?

Yeah, kinda...

Oh, really?

There's nothing wrong with me snow boarding.

And Shingo was a brat with a runny nose in elementary school.

You dummy.

So, runny-nosed Shingo was picked on because of that...

...and he became a delinquent.

Then he became a rude Road Racer.

Sayuki, knock it off!

I just had a cold at that time.

Oh, Mako, you want to go have fun, right?

You can go while I talk about old times with Shingo.

Could you go with her, mister?

Is it alright?

Please.

No problem.

What do you think?

He doesn't look very dependable...

...but he's pretty good for being a friend of yours.

How does he drive?

He's pretty fast in the Night Kids.

However, he's no match for Impact Blue, the fastest on Usui.

She doesn't have a boyfriend even though she's so cute?

I wish you'd set this up for me.

What're you talking about?

You aren't good enough to recommend.

Anyway, Shingo, you can't let her notice that this is matchmaking.

If she finds out, she'll get mad.

I know.

By the way, Sayuki? What about you?

What?

Nakazato the other day...

He seems to like you.

You're pretty good. When did you start snow boarding?

Last year.

I don't believe it.

There aren't many girls who can go that fast on the slope like that.

It's exciting and fun.

When I'm into something, I concentrate hard.

Mako, how was Shingo's friend?

How was he?

He was nice and looked honest.

Is that it?

"Is that it?"

I just met him, so I don't know.

There seems to be hope, after all.

Oh yeah, I got wind of this the other day.

Takahashi Ryosuke of the Redsuns...

...is going to recruit Akina's Eight-Six and form a new team.

It's a special team that'll race only outside the prefecture.

Is that true, Sayuki?

His way of thinking is impressive.

They don't stay in the same place, but keep moving forward.

They're so great that they make me jealous.

He's charismatic.

I want to see him again.

I wonder how Takumi's doing.

He'll be cool.

I have good insight.

Oh don't, Sayuki.

I'm getting excited.

Come to think of it, the road to the ski slopes looked interesting.

There wasn't any snow down there.

I thought the same thing, too. Why don't we go later?

We really like it, don't we?

It's so boring.

The mountain pass is covered in snow.

Keisuke, those who excel in winter will win in summer.

Although our project doesn't begin until spring...

...you can't stay idle in winter or you won't improve.

Drive on the snowy road.

All you have to do is empty your mind and drive on a slippery frozen road.

You'll realize the results when you switch to high grip tires in spring.

Your senses will be honed...

...and you'll achieve more sophisticated driving.

Keisuke, we'll leave unbeatable course records on each mountain pass, and create a legend.

Right.

Snow isn't a handicap, it's an ideal training partner.

Road Racers don't have an off-season.

The studless tires don't grip very well!

It's good for training.

If there's a corner, we'll tackle it.

That's the nature of a Road Racer.

What's with that car?

That's a Sil-Eighty. Where did it come from?

Incredible! He's good!

How is it?

These are all the same type of mid-speed corners, so it's boring.

Usui's the best after all.

Hello?

Oh, Shingo, what's up?

They're seeing each other often?

Yeah, he's pretty excited.

He's going for a date today, too.

Oh really? I didn't know that.

That's good, 'cause Christmas is near.

Okay, bye.

So Mako's "no boyfriend for 20 years" will finally be over.

The SW20 is a good car.

It's fun, but a two seater isn't very convenient.

I'm thinking of getting a more practical one next...

...like a 4WD wagon or something.

Are you going to quit road racing?

Probably.

It might sound like an excuse, but I think I've had enough fun.

When you're not very good, you practice hard...

...and you can see your own improvement, so it's really enjoyable.

But when you reach a certain level...

...you know how good you are and lose your goals...

...and you slowly lose your tension.

I think everyone eventually stops racing because of that.

Umm, I don't think people lose their goals so easily.

I was thinking of retiring this summer...

...but I had a chance to see a much better driver than me.

I thought there were many more to go.

I can't be that stoic...

...because I'm not looking to turn pro.

Honestly, I want you to quit racing, too.

The mountain passes are dangerous...

...and you're a woman, after all.

And if you were involved in an accident...

Of course, no one can stop you from doing what you like.

But if I were your boyfriend...

...I wouldn't be able to stand you driving the mountain passes every night...

...because I'd be so worried.

There are many more interesting things to do other than driving.

Wouldn't it be more suitable to dress up and go shopping during the day since you're cute?

Mako, I'm serious.

I've never felt like this about someone.

Would you go out with me?

I...

...I'm really happy to hear that...

...but we've only just met...

...so even if you say such a thing so suddenly...

You don't have to answer now.

Why don't we meet a week from now, on Christmas Eve?

You can think about it until then.

Hey, you look happy.

Do you have any plans for Christmas?

No, I don't.

Iketani, what about you?

How could I have any?

We're lonely drivers, aren't we, Itsuki?

I thought so.

It hurts, it hurts.

You guys are so pathetic.

You look gloomy. What're you thinking about?

I don't want to tell you.

You'd better stop that tendency of keeping everything to yourself.

I have many things to think about, such as my reasons for racing.

We've never talked about things like this.

If I simply want to drive better...

...will I look strange to other people?

You're not really strange.

Someone must've said something to you.

You're so naive, and easily influenced.

Whatever others say, we're ourselves, right?

You're right.

Mako...

Sorry to call you here, even though it's Christmas Eve.

It's alright.

I have something to ask you.

Wait, I don't want to race against you.

That's not what I meant.

I want you to ride with me.

Sayuki usually sits there.

I feel strange.

Here I go.

She's good.

No, she's superb.

I had no idea she was this good.

You're incredible, Mako.

You're beyond my expectations.

Not many of the Night Kids can drive like that.

You might be better than Takeshi or Shingo.

I understand why you asked me to ride with you.

This is your answer, right?

I'm sorry.

I thought about it so hard.

If you think I'm stupid, it's alright.

I can't get rid of my passion for driving.

I want to keep following those who are going ahead of me.

Even if I can't catch up with them, I at least want to face the same direction for now.

I'm sorry.

But I was so happy though...

I see.

Bye.

Whoever they are, I'm jealous of those who are admired by Mako.

Hey, what happened to Takumi?

Could he be on a date?

Who cares about him?

Let's have fun! Fun!

Merry Christmas, lonely drivers!

Banzai, banzai, banzai!

Winter

motto tooku zutto hayaku Farther and faster than ever.

ima made ijou no myself Try to be myself even more.

CARS: SW20 = 89-99 Toyota MR2 Lan Evo = Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Based on a World Rally race car.

itsuka sou yo mitsukaru winding road Someday, I'll find the winding road.

motto atsuku kitto nareru I should be able to get more excited.

mabushii watashi ni aeru I can shine brighter.

tatta hitotsu real wa winding road Only the winding road is real.

mimi ni kirameku piears ni sugu asa The diamonds on my ears shine.

light ni sekai ga kawaru The light will change the world.

Ah, ichi byou koko wo tsukihanashi Pulling away by one second right here...

zettai naniyori mo kagayaite ...I can shine brighter than anyone.

hitori kiri de nemurenai I can't sleep alone.

glass no kokoro A glass heart.

yes, right now, kowashite Yes, right now. Let's break it.

motto tooku zutto hayaku Farther and faster than ever.

omoide ijou ni shining Shining brighter than old memories.

itsuka sou yo kokokara winding road Someday, the winding road will begin here.

motto atsuku kitto nareru I should be able to get more excited.

hajikeru yume wo mitakute I want to have a sparkling dream.

tatta hitotsu real wa winding road Only the winding road is real.

hitori kiri de nemurenai I can't sleep alone.

glass no kokoro A glass heart.

yes, right now, kowashite Yes, right now. Let's break it.

motto tooku zutto hayaku Farther and faster than ever.

omoide ijou ni shining Shining brighter than old memories.

itsuka sou yo kokokara winding road Someday, the winding road will begin here.

motto atsuku kitto nareru I should be able to get more excited.

hajikeru yume wo mitakute I want to have a sparkling dream.

tatta hitotsu real wa winding road Only the winding road is real.

Original translations and subtitle scripts by Central Anime

Time-resynch and additional editing for the conversion by FXM-IDE Project