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TAKE CARE, MISS.

So we're putting a period on our relationship after today?

We received a call from a parent asking about your relationship with the host.

It's called seductive marketing, right?

I am a host through and through.

I'll do anything to make my princesses happy.

Hey!

Here!

-Lowering the stretcher! -Okay!

Are you okay? Can you hear me?

Can you hear me?

I'm going to touch you, okay?

-Ouch! -You fell from up there?

We'll take you to the hospital now!

No, thank you!

That doesn't work for me…

-Don't move! -Ow!

Do you have any family members we can contact?

No, I don't.

-I'm fine, really! -Be careful!

Please stay conscious!

PIETAS GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL

They've been waiting a long time.

I'm so sorry to have kept you waiting!

I'm very sorry to have caused you worry!

We were not worried about you!

Is it true that you're dating a host from Kabukicho?

My daughter saw you talking to him intimately at the school gate.

It's true that I was meeting up with him.

He never went to school properly, so I was teaching him literacy skills.

Sorry to interrupt, but she is telling the truth.

She asked me for some advice.

Shouldn't you be focused on teaching your homeroom students?

Letting your guard down around someone who tricks women for profit…

You should be ashamed of yourself! It's unacceptable!

-We're very sorry! -Wait a minute.

-Mr. Takamori is… -Ms. Ogawa.

I understand why you're upset,

but I have already told him that I cannot see him again

to avoid misunderstandings like this.

However, I do apologize for my thoughtless behavior.

So it's a misunderstanding?

If so, Ms. Ogawa, can you write a signed promise?

A signed promise?

Although you might think seeing a host isn't breaking any laws,

the entertainment business act law was revised with stricter sanctions

due to the large number of victims created by the industry.

The promise should say,

"As a teacher and a mentor to minors, I will never again be involved

with people who work at host clubs which are deemed evil under social norms."

Understood.

Let's go.

I'm so sorry about this.

My apologies.

NISHI-SHINJUKU GENERAL HOSPITAL

Lucky you didn't need surgery.

I'm fine! Everyone is overreacting.

I'll be out of here in no time… Ouch!

You have a fractured rib and some bleeding in your brain.

You have to rest for a few days.

Okay.

Whatever you tell me to do, Ms. Kawaguchi, I will listen.

-Do you promise? -Yes.

-Sorry to intrude. -Excuse me.

Are you Mr. Taiga Takamori, also known as Kaoru from JOKER?

I'm Kurosaki, Tokyo Metropolitan Police.

A hospital visit from the police?

What an honor.

I heard you asked to be transferred from a hospital in Miura City to one in Tokyo?

Seems like you're injured pretty badly.

Did you get into a fight with someone in Miura City?

No, I fell. It was my fault.

Is that so?

-Who did you go there with? -By myself!

To see the ocean.

Hosts need breaks too, you know.

If you got caught up in trouble, we'd like for you to report it.

As I said, it wasn't like that!

Are you done?

You cops always assume it's a crime the moment you hear a host was injured.

Contact us anytime if you remember anything.

-Thank you for your time. -Excuse me.

So condescending!

Hosts aren't liked too much by society.

-Ouch! -Are you okay?

Yeah, I'm fine.

-I brought you some stuff you might need. -Thank you!

What are these?

They're so cool!

Something suitable for the number one host-to-be!

These are amazing!

All the nurses will fall for me!

-Great! They can come and nominate you! -Oh, wow!

This is the best gift ever!

So, tell me the truth.

Huh?

It's me after all!

Who were you with? You even took a day off work.

-Ms. Chihuahua. -I knew it!

How did you get injured?

After we said goodbye,

I missed a step on the pedestrian bridge.

You do often fall over even when you're dancing!

Stop! Don't make fun of me.

Seriously…

So, why didn't you come back together if it was a date?

Why all the questions?

We decided not to meet again.

Last date at the beach?

You guys are like high schoolers!

Anyway…

I fell, okay?

Don't tell anyone, especially her, that I got injured.

Noted!

-They don't suit you. -What! Why?

-Could you check the materials I made? -Sure.

This looks good.

-It's well made. Perfect! -Really? Thank you.

MIURA BEACH PEDESTRIAN CROSSING HOST FALLS

WEATHER FORECAST IN MIURA CITY

FISHING OR PHOTO SPOTS IN MIURA BEST PLACE TO EAT IN MIURA

I'M SORRY I MADE YOU WORRY

I'M GLAD YOU'RE OKAY! GET SOME REST

ARE YOU AT SCHOOL TODAY?

HOST CLUBS WHICH ARE DEEMED EVIL

ARE YOU AT SCHOOL TODAY? HOW ABOUT DINNER AFTER WORK?

I'M SORRY

I HAD SOME ISSUES AT WORK SO I DON'T THINK I CAN

Issues?

Good morning!

The first half of the fiscal year will be ending in a month.

Our fund wrap target will not be met at this rate.

Please report the status of your projects in the pipeline list, so we can discuss

how to meet the targets in our full-year financial results.

Could you start us off, Mr. Takei?

I REALLY WANT TO SEE YOU TODAY! HOW ABOUT TEA?

I got all-you-can-drink.

What issues did you have?

Just with some parents.

I see. Your student's parents?

Must be tough dealing with that during summer break.

Not at all. I have a long way to go to earn my students' trust.

I admire your efforts!

I only care about my own results.

It's hard for me to think about my customers.

As a bankman I should think about them more.

They entrust me with their lives.

What happened to your hand?

Oh, I fell down and landed on my hand, and it fractured.

Your right hand… How inconvenient!

It's a first for me.

But don't worry, I'm fine!

By the way…

How is it going with that host called Kaoru?

I'm never seeing him again.

I told him so.

When?

What?

Yesterday.

Yesterday.

I see.

And did he agree?

As in, he's a host after all, so you know, he might get pushy.

I doubt that.

Yes, he is a host.

But he wasn't the type to ruin someone's life.

Don't defend him! That's super annoying!

I'm joking!

I'm glad he wasn't a weird guy!

I'm actually quite timid, so…

I tend to worry too much especially about you.

I'm sorry for causing you unnecessary stress and worries.

But I mean it! I'm not going to see him again.

Really?

-Yes. -Okay, cool.

I'll get you a drink. Hot coffee?

-I can get it myself! You're injured! -No, I'm fine!

I want to love him properly.

I want to cherish him. He waited patiently for my selfish self.

I guess that's solved.

Oh, hot water!

Ouch, that's hot!

Taiga!

Yuki!

Wow, you have so much energy!

It was quite a shock getting a call from the hospital.

I was told I need someone to prove my identity.

Sorry for being a nuisance.

I never said that. Don't be so cynical.

-Are you okay? -What? Yeah, totally!

It's just an injury, so I'll be out of here soon.

-Taiga, I really like this book. -What?

THE LION AND THE MOUSE

"The lion accidentally stepped into a trap

set up by humans!"

Are you curious about what will happen too?

I'm glad.

If you open the fridge there, you should find your favorite juice.

-Lots of them! -Cool!

You got injured at Miura Beach, I heard?

You remembered going there with me?

You were so cute back then!

Yet I had to go there so you can see a guy.

I treated you to ice cream, didn't I?

Treated?

You seem to think that I'm a terrible mother,

but I was hurt too, you know.

I didn't get to graduate from high school, so I wanted my kids to go to university.

But as soon as you entered elementary school, you were quite a…

I was shocked. I felt like my dream was crushed.

I didn't know what to do.

-I bet my dad was dumb too. -No, not at all.

He was very clever, actually.

Well, sorry I disappointed you.

By the way, that lady you brought with you,

is she really your teacher?

Being a host isn't easy, huh?

Having to butter up such boring girls so that they pay your salary.

Who's the one who can't live without my salary?

Taiga.

The three million yen he asked you for it can wait until you're better.

So get better soon and become number one, okay?

Taiga! What's this?

That's something very important to me.

I'm back!

Welcome back.

You haven't eaten yet, have you? I'm just about to start cooking.

Sorry.

I've eaten already, actually.

Was there an issue at school?

Tell me. I can be of help.

It's okay, I can resolve it on my own.

Can you?

Of course, she can!

Trust your daughter.

How can I trust her? She's been infatuated with a host while being engaged!

I heard you weren't at Miura Beach with Yoji.

You teach at a girls' school.

Not only would you get fired, it could become news!

I've been debating whether or not to go to the police first,

and haven't been to work the last few days.

Is what I did really that bad?

Manami.

You are a kind person but you lack self-awareness.

It's your fatal flaw.

Don't just assume that!

I know you more than you know yourself!

I've known you since you were in diapers--

Stop it! Don't talk about diapers to me!

Manami.

TAIGA TAKAMORI

Hello? It's me, Ogawa!

I…

I know I shouldn't call you, but…

my family and the school know about us,

and it became an issue.

So someone might contact your workplace too.

Okay.

I'm sorry.

I just wanted to let you know!

Thank you.

MS. CHIHUAHUA

Why were you waiting outside, you dummy?

I wish you had called me!

I didn't want to disturb your work.

You've always been this way.

-You keep waiting silently and creepily. -Creepily?

That's mean.

What were you going to do if I came back with a guy?

You don't have a guy.

Now that's mean!

What is it? Something serious?

I went to Miura Beach with Mr. Takamori yesterday.

With Kaoru?

Like a date?

Our first and last date.

What if people find out?

Yeah.

My family and the school found out.

"Don't get involved with those deemed evil under social norms."

So you had to write a signed promise this time?

Well, this is how society views your relationship.

I was so frustrated.

I…

I think I had actually fallen for him.

You had?

Yeah. I’m not going to see him again.

I just wanted to talk to someone, that's all.

He's over me already, anyway.

Over you?

It's probably no big deal for Kaoru, you know.

Make-believe romances are part of their job.

Hey, do you still not get it?

You're addicted to a host.

You're seconds away from going crazy!

Nine, eight, seven, six…

All women who get addicted to them say,

"No, he's one of the good ones! He really loves me, and only me!"

And watch their life fall apart.

Manami, I'm not kidding when I say you will lose everything.

Is that okay?

If you say you don't mind that, then I will support you!

As I said, I'm never going to see him again!

Calm down.

I'll be right back.

Kaoru told me that he just missed a step and fell.

He told us so too, but…

What do you think has happened, Mr. Kurosaki?

We think he possibly got pushed down the stairs by a certain person.

A certain person?

The investigation into the murdered host is going well.

No.

I doubt that Kaoru's done anything to put his life in danger.

I've known you for a long time, so let me give you a warning.

If this person turns up here, be on the alert.

And please report to us immediately.

-Okay then. Goodbye. -Thank you.

I WILL NEVER BE INVOLVED WITH PEOPLE WHO WORK AT HOST CLUBS

WHICH ARE DEEMED EVIL UNDER SOCIAL NORMS

Ms. Ogawa.

Did you do it out of compassion for the unprivileged boy?

Or was it to fulfill your own desire?

I just wanted him to--

You don't have to answer right now.

I'm also a woman.

I have many occasions when I have to overcome desires.

When that happens, I ask myself the question I just asked you.

And when I do so, I know what to do.

I see.

Ms. Ogawa.

I believe in you.

Thank you.

Ms. Sawaguchi is in the library studying.

Thank you.

-Ms. Sawaguchi. -Don't come near me.

I'm sorry for acting carelessly the other day.

I don't want your apology.

"I'm addicted to a host I used to criticize."

"I've spent so much money and I'm up to my eyeballs in debt."

If you came crying, admitting to that, it would be easier to forgive.

Oh, hi. Sorry to disturb you.

Is this about Manami again?

-Don't you have to work? -I do work hard!

I even got told I will definitely get promoted soon!

The executives said so, too!

It is prime time for me to take care of my fiancé's matter.

So, what is it this time?

Manami went to Miura Beach with Kaoru.

How do you know that?

Manami's mom called because the school was looking for Manami.

And? Did you get angry and punch a door or something?

No, nothing like that!

Tell her you want to call it off!

What?

She might start to want you more.

That's so irresponsible!

Sometimes you need to play hard to get.

-Don't you think? -But I'm not good at that.

I just hope Kaoru never comes back.

That's dark.

Also, you're opening up too much to me.

Sorry.

I just feel like I could tell you anything.

You've got to be kidding!

In any case, I can't help you!

-This is about you and Manami. -But…

-Bye! Oh, and by the way-- -Oh, wait!

Don't come back here, okay? I'm busy.

"Never comes back"?

What does that mean?

Oh wow, I did not expect you to visit me.

-Are you bothered? -Well, a bit.

-What's that? -Shine Muscat grapes.

They're in high demand now, just like us.

I hope you're not making too much profit while I'm not there!

It'll be hard to catch up.

These look good.

I can't help it.

People keep nominating me, keeping me busy.

I need you back. It's boring without a good competitor.

You don't have to tell me that!

Police officers came to the club.

They think this is related to the murdered host's case.

It's not related.

If you don't give them the details, they'll keep bothering the club.

Hey.

You're a jerk, but you're good at keeping secrets.

I've never told anyone my customers' secrets.

Actually, I got pushed.

But it was by someone unrelated to the club.

I kind of feel bad for them, so I don't want to report it.

You really are an idiot.

Shut up.

Again, don't tell anyone! Okay?

In exchange, should I tell you one of my secrets?

Yeah? Sounds good to me!

I think…

I'm being targeted.

What? Really?

By who?

A woman who can't seem to let go of me.

I almost took you seriously!

Take care.

Ms. Momoko.

-You can go. -Thanks for the drink.

Thank you for the nomination.

Here for an interview?

Thanks for the other day.

I have more questions.

Why do so many women get addicted to host clubs

although they're considered problematic?

I want to delve into their mindset.

Sounds interesting.

Maybe you should get addicted to find out?

I can help you.

You're such a smooth talker.

Show me what you got.

Let me be frank.

I really like you.

Nope, no butterflies!

Tell the truth. You're just worried about your friend.

Wow, I guess the number one host really does have good intuition!

Kaoru's in a hospital right now.

Hospital?

He fell and got injured quite badly.

He might not be able to come back.

How did he fall?

I don't know.

I heard he went to a beach.

A beach.

Is it possible…

I feel drunk.

-You rarely drink this much. -Yeah.

Do you think…

we should get married?

What?

I just feel like we're forcing ourselves into marriage.

That's not true! It's just me…

I'm being indecisive.

Tell her you want to call it off!

I honestly do like you.

You're the first person I've wanted to marry.

But when I took a step back…

I started thinking maybe I should let you go if I'm causing you distress.

She might start to want you more.

I get it.

I'll also take a step back and have a think.

What's with that reaction? I saw you looking at him longingly!

-What are you talking about? -At the station!

I saw you and Kaoru looking at each other sadly before you parted!

No, I went to look for you because your mom told me.

I was worried you might not be safe with him.

Did I do something wrong? I don't think I did.

No, you didn't! But…

I just wish you had told me sooner!

How could I?

You think I followed you out of jealousy!

I would never get jealous of a host!

I know. You're not that kind of person.

I felt like our last memory together got tainted.

But I couldn't say that.

Because I'm to blame for going to the beach with him.

I wasn't sure if I should tell you, but…

Kaoru got injured, and he's hospitalized at Nishi-Shinjuku General Hospital.

What? Hospitalized?

He went to a beach and fell from a height, apparently.

You didn't know?

What kind of injury? How did he fall?

Was it really just an accident…

What do you mean?

I saw you and Kaoru looking at each other sadly before you parted!

HEALTHY LIVING

MS. CHIHUAHUA

MISSED CALL

Hello?

Sorry, did you call me? What's up?

-Well, I'm at… -I'm at the club right now.

Can you make it quick?

At the club?

I have so many customers nominating me one after another.

I'm doing really well right now.

Well, that's great.

Yeah.

I might actually become number one this month.

Don't drink too much, okay?

So, why did you call me? Was it to tell me not to drink too much?

Oh, I know. You wanted to hear my voice despite saying you'll never see me again.

You're number one at being full of yourself!

Miss.

If you want to see me, come to the club now.

Now?

Yeah.

If you order me a tower, I can spend some time with you.

-A tower? -Wait.

Really? You've been around me long enough!

A tower is a champagne tower!

I think a million yen one would be appropriate! Yeah!

A teacher at a private school must be well-paid.

And I hope you know, I can't return it this time.

I am a host after all.

Don't forget that.

I know.

Yes, you are a host.

Always surrounded by beautiful women.

Yes, exactly.

It's a completely different world from your very serious world.

You should forget about me already.

I'm sorry for being persistent.

But…

I'm just happy to hear that you're well.

I need to go do a champagne call.

Don't call me anymore, okay?

Bye.

He put on an act for me.

Now I need to move forward too.

Ouch!

Hey.

Are you not going to work again today?

Are you sure…

this is about Manami?

-Because you're worried about her? -Yes!

If the school decides to fire her, I'll need to go talk to the principal.

Maybe it's better if you don't get involved.

Good morning!

Good morning!

Dad.

I want to apologize for getting too emotional the other day.

I'm sorry.

I'm glad to hear that.

I'm going to move out.

I got too comfortable here.

I need to be more independent.

Why are you moving out?

Once you marry Yoji, you'll have to move out anyway.

-Just wait-- -It has nothing to do with that.

I just want to move out!

I'll clean my room today and start apartment hunting.

Apartment hunting?

NISHI-SHINJUKU GENERAL HOSPITAL

-I heard you're getting released today. -Oh, Boss! Hello.

Thank you for referring me to this hospital.

I'll work hard to make up for the loss.

Before that.

Anything you want to tell me about your injury?

No, nothing.

I feel embarrassed about how clumsy I am.

Kaoru.

Maybe you should retire as a host.

What?

Undisciplined people will never become number one.

Wait, what?

Retiring from this industry is hard.

Especially for hosts.

I also had a hard time.

Sooner the better, okay?

But I want to get to the top as a host!

Being a host is all I have.

I can change and be more disciplined.

Get better at conversing.

And I'll also work on my appearance so I can bring in some huge spenders!

-Ms. Akina! We're not open yet! -Tsubasa.

What?

There you are.

How can I help you, Miss?

Kaoru is off work today.

I'm still Tsubasa's biggest customer.

Move!

I need to talk to you.

I don't want to talk to you.

-Whoa! -Hey! Ms. Akina!

Ms. Akina.

She's gone mad…

He's in danger.

Sorry to call you.

Why did you cut me off?

Do you know how much I've spent to make you number one?

Ms. Akina!

Let's put that away.

You seem quite drunk.

You're too beautiful to act this way.

Please?

Calm down!

Let go of me! Stop it!

Let go!

-What should we do? -Oh, no.

Thanks.

Kaoru!

Can I come and have a look at the one in Nakano?

Yes!

Yes, please!

My name is Manami Ogawa.

Yes, I'll head there right now!

KOREAN BBQ RESTAURANT

I decided to move out.

I knew my sudden independence wouldn't be easy for them.

But the memory

of being in love with someone felt enough to be able to live on my own.

So, we drove her into madness?

We can't justify staying open.

Ms. Chihuahua!

You can't do anything without my help!

That's why I told you I'm moving out!

THIS DRAMA INCLUDES BUSINESS PRACTICES THAT COULD BE CONSIDERED VIOLATIONS

Subtitle translation by: Emily J.