Original subtitles

Matsuoka Masahiro [Drummer for Tokio]

Hirosue Ryoko

Tabe Mikako

Okura Tadayoshi [Drummer for Kanjani 8]

Yasuko and Kenji

Yasuko and Kenji Episode 7 Translator: am.donut

Right...

That's right, Erika!

That's the way!

Is this a florist shop?!

It doesn't match your persona at all!

I'm gonna shove this flower up your nose!

What's the matter?

Aren't you going to fight back, you damn bitch?!

Damn bitch...?

Tsubaki.

This is just a crash course, you didn't need to...

But do your best, Erika!

Resist it!

Can you stop using that vulgar language?

Oki Kenji.

You can do it when you put your mind to it, Erika!

That was great, Sis!

If you're like this in front of him, you'll definitely be okay!

Without losing your cool, you're just Tsubaki's pretty sister!

He'll definitely be stunned!

I'll be looking forward to that.

What's wrong, Oki?

Oh.

It's nothing.

Yasuko!!!!!!!

You were here, after all.

What are you doing cutting prep school, huh?!

Youngster.

Who are you trying to mimic, huh?!

Are you mocking me, bastard!

What are you doing to my brother?!

What!?

Erika, now's the time to show us what you learned!

Okay!

Why is your smile so fake and evil-looking?

Why do you keep bringing Yasuko here, damn bitch?!

Damn bitch...

E-Erika...

Don't just keep your mouth shut! If you got a problem, say it!

I have a BIG problem, Oki Kenji!

Even though you're a guy, you talk too much!

You better shut up and stick to drawing your comics!

I don't need you to be saying that! I'm already drawing!

This is the editorial department of Tulip.

Ah, you're a fan of Sakuraba Reika's.

Thank you very much for your continued readership.

Eh?

Sakuraba Reika isn't a woman.

He's a man.

What are you saying?

Sakuraba Reika is a bike gang's boss.

I have evidence, too.

I leaked this on the Internet.

I'm going to end Sakuraba Reika's life.

[ Sakuraba Reika Male Bike Gang ]

Excuse me.

You're the person who deals with Sakuraba Reika, right?

I represent this company. [ Chuou Sports - Editor - Osanai Tadashi ]

What do you want?

There's a rumor on the Internet about the popular young girl's comic artist

Sakuraba Reika's true identity that I wanted to ask about.

Pardon the intrusion.

Erika would like to give you a late-summer greeting card.

Since the days are still blistering hot...

The one that is blistering hot is you, damn bitch.

Erika.

Mentor Reika!

Yes?

What's the meaning of this?

How did someone take this picture?!

How did someone...

That's supposed to be my line!

Didn't I ban you from violent acts like this?

It's not the boss's fault!

It's a long story.

[ The comic artist for "First Love's Kiss" is actually male! ]

No way!

They know!

Geezus...

Listen.

The paparazzi will sniff out the address of this house.

Our address?!

This will spread in the blink of an eye.

Incidents involving injuries and criminal records...

even if you have them or not, it'll be a problem if they write about it.

If that happens, you won't be able to draw comics anymore!

Boss.

This is bad news.

What should we do?

If people find out that my brother is Sakuraba Reika...

he won't be able to draw anymore

and we won't have any money.

Eh? Does that mean I won't be able to attend high school?

Right. If that happens,

I won't be able to see Tsubaki anymore.

Tsubaki.

Good bye Oki.

Wait...

Wait!

Don't go!

Good bye!

Tsu... ba... ki!

No, no, no!

I don't want that to happen!

Tsubaki, don't go anywhere!

Do you have a second?

Doesn't Sakuraba Reika live here?

Pa-pa-pa-pa-pa-paparazzi?

I-I dunno!

This isn't good.

They actually found the house.

Yasuko!

Did you see this?

[ Sakuraba Reika is really a man!? Late Night Fighting!! ]

It's a big shock to know that the comics that moved us so much was drawn by a man.

Not only that, but he betrayed his fans.

That's so true.

I thought those comics were just childish.

It's bad on his part for an artist to deceive his readers like this.

Oh my. It's rare for us to agree on something, isn't it?

You're just agreeing with me!

No, no. You're agreeing with me!

I can't believe this happened.

It looks like they found our house too.

Did they?

What should I do?

Actually, I have a good idea.

Eh?

But the chances of implementing it is very low.

What is it? Tell me!

Speaking of which...

Oki, are you listening?

Sorry.

Can you say it one more time?

Oki?

Sorry, once more!

What!?

What did you just say?!

Well, if that happened...

it's better to collect the data firsthand.

Let's finally reveal Sakuraba Reika's face to the public.

Then we can finally nip this rumor in the bud.

But if the boss shows his face like this...!

It'll be over for us then!

That's why there's a back up. Right, Yasuko?

Correct. We have a stand-in.

Stand-in?

A stand-in for me?

Ta-dah!

This was all Tsubaki's idea.

Hello.

So, isn't it a good idea?

How is that a good idea?!

We can't replace you entirely.

But this is the only way.

I'm sorry for causing you trouble.

It's not a problem.

But don't misunderstand.

I'm only doing this because Yasuko asked me to.

C'mon, pay your respects.

Why do I have to be grateful to this damn bitch?!

Damn bitch, you say?!

Butt out!

You're just an outsider!

I may be an outsider, but I'm going out of my way to help you!

Who the hell asked you to help out anyway?!

Ah! Just stop!

Do you even understand the whole situation?!

This is a critical point as to whether or not you'll continue to draw comics!

I know, but...

Anything else but this woman!

We only have her!

If you know another woman who knows that you're Sakuraba Reika...

If you know...

then be man enough to ask someone else.

Everyone's lives here is at stake.

Quickly!

I...

beg... you...

He begged me.

Oki Kenji begged me.

"I can only rely on you."

That's what he begged.

He didn't say that.

Alright! I'll spend all night tonight training to draw!

Eh? Sis, do you even appreciate art?

It's just a cover to show spirit!

Spirit!

But something seems off.

What's the source of the leak?

Sakuraba Reika's true identity...

Ah, don't tell me...

I have a dark premonition.

Please pardon me!

Please.

You'll be serving as an assistant tomorrow,

so if anything happens, do not lose your cool!

I understand.

Ajidasu, I'll leave it up to you.

Hey! The assistant right there!

What's with this cliche here?!

Paint this right now!

Who's mouth did you hear that from!

Please do not hardsub, rent, sell, or stream these subtitles! Translator: am.donut

Right here.

This is where they work.

They're here! They're here!

Chill out.

Someone's here to write an article.

Please pardon me.

Please take a look.

This is Mentor Sakuraba Reika, the popular girls comic artist that has captured everyone's attention in society.

Hello.

I'm Sakuraba ERIKA.

Erika?

Miss Reika.

Miss Sakuraba Reika.

How is this pull quote for next month's publication?

I hope this is fine. [ Sis, calm down. ]

Ah. Yes, that looks fine.

Who is this?

Ah, this is her manager.

He takes care of her daily necessities because she's so busy.

Who is this then?

He's just one of the assistants.

Is it okay if I see her while she draws?

Yes.

What do you think of her precision?

Nice going, Erika!

This is the result of practicing all night.

Is it okay if I asked you some direct questions?

Sure.

When it comes to being a comic artist,

do you remember every little detail when it comes to your work?

O-Of course!

Well, can I borrow this for a bit?

In this third volume...

What is the first line?

Eh? This is b-bad...

You don't remember?

"I'll be okay for the rest of my life if you don't feel the same way."

"But if we die, let's share the same tomb."

How about the last line in volume four?

"Do you know what a sunflower means?"

"It means I only see you."

"I only want to see you."

This is the last one.

Volume seven, page 68, frame 5.

"Thump!" "Gleam!" "Roll, roll."

"I love you!"

Isn't that amazing?

Erika, your late night cram session has paid off grandly!

Well, she's been reading your brother's comics whenever she has free time.

Let me get straight to the point.

Doesn't he look like the same person in this picture?

Isn't he Sakuraba Reika?

Ah, it does look like him, but I think they're different people.

Don't they say that there's 5 people in this world that will look like you?

Damn, you assistant!

Listen carefully!

This became a big deal just because your face looks like this idiot's in the picture!

Geez, no matter where I go, I see your face!

You better go get plastic surgery now!

If you understand, then answer!

What's your answer?

Sis, you're overdoing it.

Please resist!

Please!

I apologize,

Miss Reika.

I see. I understand now.

Is it okay if I take some pictures for a little bit?

Ah... Please share this with the public.

Yes, by all means.

Miss Reika.

What??!!!!!

Um...

Can I take a picture to commemorate this?

Sure.

Thank you.

Alright, are you ready?

To celebrate our strategic victory...

Cheers!

Man, I didn't think it would go that smoothly.

That reporter totally believed it.

Now the editors can supply trustworthy information to the companies.

Erika, thank you.

Ah, it was nothing...

There's no need to be shy.

Your performance was realistic.

But the boss dealt with it well.

But I think it was crazy when you started hitting him, though.

Oh? Where's the boss anyway?

I'm sure he's just mad somewhere...

Stop that, Yasuko. You'll jinx it...

Sorry.

Hey, damn bitch!

Please, don't get mad.

What?

I'm not apologizing for what I did earlier!

My hands were tied given the circumstances.

How did you do it?

Huh?

Memorize the lines from "First Love's Kiss"!

Did you memorize all of it?

Memorize?

Who would go through the trouble of doing that?

I just naturally remembered because I read it so often everyday.

Everyday? Often?

Well, I can't help it if something is interesting to read.

I like it!

Sakuraba Reika's comics.

Do you have a problem with that?

Tomorrow is the manuscript deadline.

Stop by to read it.

It's payback for today.

Did he just...

Isn't that great?

Yeah.

But be careful.

The rumor hasn't completely disappeared yet.

I wonder if this is some sorta miracle.

Huh?

Being able to continue up till now.

Hey.

No.

I'm prepared.

On that day, 10 years ago...

After that time I stomped in.

But you were just protecting Yasuko!

You had no choice.

Thanks for the meal.

Don't tell me...

that you're...

I'm not quitting.

All I have is comics.

What's the meaning of this?

Like I said,

Sakuraba Reika was an amazingly beautiful lady.

What do you mean...

I'm not joking.

Here's the article that says she's not a man.

Look.

If you do this half-heartedly, you won't find any proof.

I get it now, Erika.

Is everyone working hard?

I brought some snacks.

Now hug.

Good.

Hello, we're the plumbers.

We're here for an inspection.

Coming.

Oh, hello.

Where's your kitchen?

At the end of this hall.

Pardon us.

Now kiss!

Boss, please let us off just this time.

Don't call me boss!

Call me Mentor Reika!

Sorry, sir.

Dummies.

Ah... I'm so happy!

Isn't that great, Sis?

By the way, I'm really happy too!

Isn't it great that we're both in love?

It's awesome!

Aji aji is awesome!

It is great!

Up till now, I thought I was satisfied with this unrequited love,

but now I'm even more happy!

After 10 years, I'm glad that I returned to this town.

[ Unknown Number ]

Hello?

It's been awhile, Erika.

Aota?

I want to meet with you since I have something important to talk to you about.

It's about the true identity of Sakuraba Reika.

Thank you for coming,

Sakuraba Reika's stand-in.

You're the one that spread that rumor.

Yes, that's correct.

I even took the picture.

But there's some truth behind this rumor.

Now kiss!

Boss, please let us off just this time.

Don't call me boss!

Call me Mentor Reika!

I have lots more evidence besides this.

I feel bad for this guy.

He won't be able to draw any more if his true identity is revealed, right?

Stop playing dirty.

Do you really want to protect Oki Kenji like this?

There is one better alternative.

[ Marriage license ]

Don't call me boss!

Call me Mentor Reika!

It looks like we're no match against this rival.

Has this already been making the rounds in public?

Currently, only my company knows about it.

But now it's time to worry.

I'm sorry for our carelessness!

It's okay. You guys aren't at fault.

I was too naive.

Even though we deceived the news reporter,

it means it was pointless to hold onto the truth and destroy the source of the leak.

I'm sorry for not being able to protect you in the end.

Well, it looks like I have my personal limits.

Geez... I regret it.

It's taken you ten years to get here, even though you didn't even know how to use a brush back then.

You've really done your best.

Always by Yasuko's side and always for Yasuko's sake.

It's a fact

that I did it for her in the first place.

No, I did it only for her.

But...

now it's different.

Without knowing me,

a lot of people

are enjoying the comics that I created as Sakuraba Reika.

I'm useless.

This means that I won't be able to draw as Sakuraba Reika anymore, right?

Boss.

That was the first time.

This guy... I mean my brother...

showed his timid face in front of people.

What do you want?

What do you mean?

You promised that I could come read the manuscript, remember?

Sit over there.

Damn bitch.

How is it?

This...

It's a dirty trick.

Also,

what happened to the next page?

You know, I hate it when things aren't complete.

So,

how about coming next time to read some more?

If I feel like it.

Erika?

It's hopeless.

Don't become like me, Yasuko.

I'm useless.

This means that I won't be able to draw as Sakuraba Reika anymore, right?

Good bye, Oki Kenji.

Erika is gone?

She's been acting weird since yesterday.

She didn't show up at the shop and went somewhere

and she didn't pick up her cellphone either.

She's never done this before.

Also, this.

She threw it out.

It's hopeless.

Don't become like me, Yasuko.

No way...

Oki, do you know something?

About that...

I think these guys know.

They told me everything.

This is all that damn Aota's doing.

I've been waiting for you, Erika.

You better keep your promise.

And how about you?

[ Marriage license - Tsubaki Erika ]

I'll make you happy, Erika.

So, right now, does that mean Erika...

She's probably handing over the marriage license to Aota right now.

I don't believe it.

This is completely dirty of him.

I'll go stop her!

I'll go stop Erika! Let's go, Tsubaki!

Why?

She might be throwing away her life!

Are you okay with that?

Of course, I'm not okay with it.

But if my sister doesn't marry that Aota bastard,

he will reveal Sakuraba Reika's true identity!

Then it'll destroy your brother's life, too.

And also yours.

I'm sorry. Because I'm dumb

I should've said this in the first place.

Erika probably thinks that this is all her fault.

Since Kenji is by her side,

Aota is probably taking it out on Kenji.

Brother...

What are you going to do?

Hey, what should we do?

Mosu, Ajidasu. Why are you keeping quiet?

Say something! What are you going to do?

It's up to the boss.

We are only followers.

Brother.

Reika.

It's decided then!

My pen name will be Sakuraba Reika.

Look Yasuko. See I really got published in this.

Isn't it cool?

You're cool!

Cool, huh?

Amazing!

Let's do our best.

Thank you.

I'll do my very best.

Thanks for your guidance.

Thank you!

Thank you.

Well, we have a bright future ahead of us.

Why did you come here for?

Go home.

I said, go home!

Shut up!

This is my problem.

It has nothing to do with you.

"Nothing to do with me"...

It does involve me!

I'm sorry, damn bitch.

But that next page...

has no continuation.

Brother!

Sis!

What's the meaning of this?

Everyone's here.

Do you plan to interfere with my marriage with Erika?

Now there's more to it.

I can control anything in your life.

So, please peacefully accept it.

That's why you should forget about it. Go home.

Why don't you understand?

Protecting Sakuraba Reika is my happiness...

I understand.

Say that last line from Sakuraba Reika's First Love's Kiss volume five.

What?

Did you forget it?

"Happiness is not sacrificing one's happiness over another."

If you're a Sakuraba Reika fan, don't forget that.

- Doing something so unnecessary. - But...

I,

Oki Kenji, am Sakuraba Reika.

You idiot.

What do you have besides comics?

I'm satisfied with just having these guys here.

Use whatever pictures you want.

I'm fine if you write the truth in the article.

Today is the day that Sakuraba Reika

will retire.

Thank you.

I'm truly sorry for how things have been up till now.

I apologize for not being able to return the favor up till the very end.

There's no need for that.

Don't apologize.

No, I've been able to get to this point all thanks to you, Hoshikawa.

Thank you for these 10 years.

I will never in my whole life forget this.

I won't either.

Thank you for these past 10 years.

But...

can I selfishly ask for one last thing?

Please, can you at least find comic artists that can use these two as assistants?

Okay, I will.

Thank you.

Yasuko.

I'm quitting the comic business starting today.

Starting now, it'll be more difficult for you.

Got that?

What are you saying?

I'm perfectly fine.

I can always quit school and work.

You can't do that!

It's fine.

As long as I'm with you and no matter what happens, it'll be fine.

I'll be with you forever.

Boss, we're fine too.

I'm sorry but we won't work for another comic artist.

We'll switch occupations.

I'll only work for you, boss!

I'll work a lot and I'll pay for the rent!

Please, I beg you!

Please let us be by your side, boss!

Dummies!

Do you guys even get it?

The hardships that we'll face from now on will be even tougher.

We wouldn't have it any other way.

Right?

Yes!

You guys are really idiots.

Don't you care if you die?! You stupid idiots!

Even though we lost one important thing,

it's alright.

Everything's alright if we have each other.

Yasuko!

What the hell is this?

Shut up and eat.

I've cut the food expenses in half starting today.

Huh?

I'll get skinny then.

If you don't like it, go earn money.

Dummy!

How can I work if I'm hungry!

You're prohibited from flipping the table until you find a job!

Fine! I'll find a job soon then!

Boss, the results of your part-time job interview.

Oh! You hear that, Yasuko?!

You've been declined.

Don't mess around, bastard!

But at that time, we didn't know any better.

Even though we put so much effort into it,

there was nothing we could've done to prepare for this.

Please do not hardsub, rent, sell, or stream these subtitles! Translator: am.donut