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FUKKUKO BENTO Abe-san,

can I change my shift?

Oh? That's rare.

I'm thinking about looking for another job.

Since I'm raising a daughter,

I think it would be better

to find a more stable, permanent position.

I see.

I support that.

I thought for sure

you'd remarry that man who often comes by to see you.

That guy's a scumbag.

Oh, really?

He's a married man having an affair.

Ah… another one of those types.

People with kids who still have affairs.

They all deserve to rot.

Huh?

Is that your…?

Yes.

It's my mother.

Oh, is she your…?

Yes.

That's my daughter.

I see.

"SCHOOL ROAD" I see.

"SCHOOL ROAD" Looking for another job, huh?

Yeah.

Thanks for all the help, Keisuke.

It's no problem.

I also learned a lot from this.

What's wrong?

Nothing.

It seems like there's someone standing at our door.

Excuse me, is there something you need?

Oh,

are you Mai's father?

I am…

Renji-san, what brings you here all of a sudden?

Nice to meet you.

Huh?

-Dad… -My name is Renji Aikawa.

I'm currently dating Mai.

Huh?

-Dating? -Dating?

TSUMASHO

"EPISODE 7: HAPPINESS, A SIGN" Mai-san,

"EPISODE 7: HAPPINESS, A SIGN" here are some fish I caught this morning.

I thought you might like to try them.

Thank you for going out of your way.

You're my girlfriend.

Don't worry about it.

Ah…

O-okay.

Mai.

Oh, right.

I haven't told my dad about this yet.

Huh?

Well, since he's here, let's invite him in for a bit.

Huh? But…

Ah, sorry.

I actually have something to take care of.

I need to get going.

Please excuse me.

I see.

Do come again.

Of course.

Alright then, Mai, I'll be going now.

I'll see him out.

I didn't expect him to suddenly come over,

but I'm glad Dad didn't seem too shocked.

Takae…

Mai has a boyfriend now…

Hey! Why didn't you video call me?

I want to see Mai's boyfriend too!

Why are their reactions so different?

Sigh…

Niijima-san, are you alright?

If you're not feeling well,

maybe skip

tonight's New Year party?

Ah… no, I'm fine.

The thing is, my daughter got a boyfriend.

Though it's a good thing,

I can't help but feel a little lonely.

I'm so hopeless.

Oh, I see.

Right.

If his daughter got married,

Niijima-san'd be all on his own.

I wish there were something I could do for him.

Come on, tonight's a party, so let's drink!

We don't get many of these!

You're right. Let's do that.

What's the relationship between Moriya and Niijima-san?

If you're curious, just ask him.

Did you say he's married?

Niijima-san,

you've really seemed brighter since last year.

Yes,

a lot of people have said that.

Could it be…

that you've found someone special?

Huh?

Sort of.

Wait, don't tell me…

Are you're getting remarried?

Oh, no.

Nothing like that.

She's already my wife.

I-I see.

What are you guys talking about?

Moriya. It's nothing.

We were just asking Niijima-san for some advice.

Is that so?

Uda has someone he likes,

but he doesn't have the courage to make a move.

Hoya!

What's stopping you?

Ah, well…

I'm not really clear on my feelings.

I know she's a good person,

but I'm not confident enough to say this is love.

I'm at an age where I should be thinking about marriage,

and I'm also wondering if I'm ready

for that level of commitment.

I think you shouldn't overthink it.

Just take action.

Yeah. But Uda,

you probably feel it's disrespectful

to approach her without being sure

of your feelings, right?

Yes,

that's part of it.

Here's my personal take.

If you find yourself wanting to be with her,

then that in itself is a form of love.

And if, when she's going through something hard,

you want to support her

and be by her side,

then that's love, too.

Once you realise it's love,

then marriage is worth considering.

I see…

That's so clear.

Wanting to be her support…

Isn't that…?

But what Hoya says also makes sense.

Life is unpredictable, after all.

That's why the time you spend thinking about her,

taking action, being together,

all of that is precious.

You have to cherish it all.

Niijima-san.

That was so insightful. I'm so moved.

Me too.

Let's drink!

Alright.

-Excuse me, can we get another bottle? -Niijima-san, drink as much as you like!

-Thank you. -And please, tell us more if you can.

Oh, okay.

Huh?

Fishing?

Mm.

Renji-san invited us to go together.

I thought it would be nice to have a good talk,

and I think your dad might enjoy fishing.

He seems quite confident about it.

Could he be a bit of an airhead?

He might be interesting. I'd like to meet him too.

I also asked him if you could come along.

Eh?

Wait, what did you tell him?

I said you're a neighbourhood friend,

and we're pretty close.

I just didn't want

to bring Dad alone.

He's been sighing

every time he looks at me since yesterday.

I'm really worried…

Sigh…

Good grief.

Acting like that at his age… How embarrassing.

Alright. I'll ask my mother

if I can go.

This tamagoyaki is really tasty!

It's a bit too sweet, though.

Um… Mother.

Hmm?

Next next Sunday,

can I go out with the Niijima family?

With your past life's family?

Yeah.

My daughter… Mai…

has a boyfriend now.

Her dad's been so down ever since.

Then Mai's boyfriend suggested

a family outing.

She's worried her dad might have a hard time,

so she wants me to come along…

He was telling me off not long ago,

and now he's at a loss over this.

He's really hopeless as a father.

Right?

He's so lost without me.

Tell him to be more self-reliant.

You mean…

If you're going to be home late, make sure he brings you right to the door.

I'm working the night shift that day,

so I won't be able to pick you up.

Thanks,

Mother.

Ah…

The sea breeze feels so nice.

It's been a while since I've been to the beach.

Mai, sorry about this.

I'm going to bring over my friend who lent me the boat. Wait here.

Ah, okay.

I'll be right back.

Well, well,

he's pretty cute.

Mai, you did well.

I didn't choose him for his looks.

Oh really? Then what do you like about him?

Uh, well…

He's really kind,

and he's genuine.

He's also surprisingly decisive,

and even if we're quiet,

it doesn't feel awkward.

-And… -Mai-san.

Ah!

What are you talking about?

Nothing at all.

Really? Now I'm curious.

It's nothing. You don't need to know.

Alright, Uncle Keisuke.

Uh…

This is Koeda, who'll be our captain for the day.

Hello, everyone.

I'll be in charge of the boat,

so please follow my instructions while we're out on the water.

Got it.

Okay…

Renji,

your girlfriend's cute.

Where'd you find her?

We met at work.

Seriously?

Mai-san,

Renji's not much of a talker.

He must be a handful, right?

Oh, not at all.

He speaks up when it matters,

so it's fine.

I see.

Then later, I'll tell you all about

what he was like as a kid.

Oh, I'd love to hear that!

Hey,

don't go telling her anything weird.

Looks like they're having a great time.

Yeah…

Come on, pull it together.

He's treating our daughter

with love and respect.

We should be happy for her growth.

Ah, you're right.

They might be together for a while.

I need to step it up and make a good impression.

That's the spirit.

Alright! I can do this!

Dad, are you okay?

He's really seasick.

I have some medicine here.

Would you like some?

Ah, thank you. Sorry about this…

We're almost at the fishing spot.

Once we get there, the boat will be more stable.

Hang in there.

Alright, let's get started.

Sir, are you feeling better?

I'm good now. The medicine worked well.

Then I'll show you how to bait the hook.

Please watch carefully.

I… I got it.

Hey, hey.

Is he okay leaving his lovely girlfriend to fend for herself?

Mm.

I feel… happy.

Huh?

It's hard to explain,

but I just feel

genuinely happy inside.

Yeah, if it's these two,

I don't think we'll have in-law issues.

Mum, you're thinking too far ahead!

Nah.

I just feel like you're not the type to date a bunch of people.

If he seems like a good match, why not just settle down?

Don't let a good catch slip away.

But…

I think I've got a bite!

Take it easy.

Please pull the rod up slowly.

Okay.

Wow!

Dad, that's amazing!

So cool! I want to catch something soon, too.

Teach me too, Renji!

Sure.

Mai, why don't you join us?

Okay!

Whoa!

Aw…

We caught a lot.

Fishing is actually pretty fun.

Especially since Uncle Keisuke caught such a big one!

It pulled so hard. It really scared me!

Oh.

Can you ask your boyfriend

if we have more of this bait?

Got it.

Wait here.

Those two really look good together, don't they?

After talking with Renji-san,

I realised he's actually a nice guy.

Yeah.

He was patient teaching me how to fish.

I'm grateful to him.

It's fun. I could myself getting hooked on it.

You think so? It suits you.

Really?

I think so too.

Alright, alright.

Come to think of it,

they really might end up getting married.

In that case,

she'd be living around here, wouldn't she?

Ah…

I'm sorry.

It's fine.

As long as Mai is happy,

she doesn't need to worry about me.

I don't mind if she moves out.

Besides,

I still have you.

Me too.

I sometimes wonder

if I deserve to be this happy.

Hm?

Being reincarnated and getting to meet you all again…

My new family headed in a good direction…

It's all so wonderful.

In a world where so many others

have passed on…

Why am I the only one…?

You're just following what fate has brought you.

No need to overthink it.

Is that so?

Tired of fishing?

No.

I just feel so sleepy

lately…

Whoa!

Even when the boat's stopped, it still sways, huh?

Renji.

I'm relieved to see things

going so well between you two.

-Um… -I honestly thought

you'd end up marrying Kasumi-senpai.

It's been eight years since Kasumi-senpai

was swept away by that big wave.

Everyone was so worried about you.

You seemed really depressed.

So that's how it was…

The one Renji-san mentioned

waiting for all this time

was his…

KOEDA

Enjoy your meal.

Wow!

This is the fish you all caught.

This is wonderful!

Eating fresh-caught fish.

I've always wanted to try it

after seeing it on TV.

It looks delicious.

Mai.

Yeah.

Would you like a drink, sir?

Hmm… let's see…

Mai-san?

We have sake too, if you'd like.

Sake, huh?

Sake with sashimi sounds perfect.

I think I'll skip the drink.

Is that so?

Mai-san, are you tired?

Huh? Oh, no.

I'm fine.

The sashimi looks so tasty.

Let's dig in.

Seems like something's on her mind.

She doesn't have much experience with relationships.

I'll check in on her later.

KOEDA

I can't believe you caught

such a big fish on your first try.

It's all thanks to your teaching, Renji.

I'm going out for some air.

Ah, then I'll go with you…

I'm fine on my own.

Sorry.

Mai-san…

I wonder what's bothering her.

Sir.

There's something I need to tell you.

Huh?

I'm heading out.

Alright. Take care of her.

A girlfriend he might marry someday.

Does that mean

if she hadn't passed away,

I wouldn't be Renji-san's girlfriend?

Mai-san,

you overheard my conversation

with Koeda on the boat, didn't you?

Yes.

Renji-san, you're still waiting for her

to come back, aren't you?

It's not that…

Am I her replacement?

No!

It was just hard for me to say.

You looked up

to your father so much.

I thought if you respected him

for cherishing his late wife,

you might feel disappointed in me

for moving on.

The reason I invited you out today

was to show her, who's always been so worried about me,

that I've finally found someone

I want to be with forever.

I love you,

Mai-san.

I'll always love you.

I feel the same way.

Kasumi!

Thank you for everything back then.

I'm going to move forward with her.

Wait… Renji-san!

-Mai-san. -This is a bit embarrassing.

-I love you. -Good for you, Mai…

Hey, don't cry.

They'll notice us.

I don't think clinging to someone who's passed

is necessarily a virtue,

but it's all I could do.

And it ended up hurting Mai.

So…

I think it's great

that Renji's able to look forward

and move on with someone new.

And he's said it so openly.

Mai has found herself a good match.

It's truly

a blessing.

Mum didn't wake up at all

even after getting off

Renji-san's car.

She's still got the body of a kid,

so she must've been exhausted.

Mm…

Oh, you're awake, Mum.

Oh.

Good morning, Mum.

We're back in Tokyo.

Takae.

No! Huh?

What?

Takae?

Who are

you guys?

Mum?

Who are you? Stay away!

Where am I?

Takae?

What's wrong?

No!

I'm scared!

Mama!

Somebody, help!

You there!

What's going on here?