1 00:00:00,834 --> 00:00:06,715 THE NIKKATSU CORPORATION PRESENTS 2 00:01:08,986 --> 00:01:16,910 THE SLEEPING BEAST WITHIN 3 00:01:17,035 --> 00:01:20,914 PRODUCED BY TAKIKO MIZUNOE SCREENPLAY BY ICHIRO IKEDA 4 00:01:21,039 --> 00:01:24,918 CINEMATOGRAPHY BY SHIGEYOSHI MINE 5 00:01:33,010 --> 00:01:34,928 CAST: 6 00:01:35,053 --> 00:01:38,932 HIROYUKI NAGATO, KAZUKO YOSHIYUKI, SHINSUKE ASHIDA 7 00:01:39,057 --> 00:01:43,937 KO NISHIMURA, SHOICHI OZAWA, KOJIRO KUSANAGI 8 00:02:08,754 --> 00:02:13,759 DIRECTED BY SEIJUN SUZUKI 9 00:02:13,884 --> 00:02:18,305 - I made it. - Last minute, as usual. It's this way. 10 00:02:29,107 --> 00:02:31,109 Not many people here to greet him. 11 00:02:31,234 --> 00:02:35,739 - No top executives are here. - That's why so few others have come. 12 00:02:39,493 --> 00:02:41,370 That's not very considerate. 13 00:02:42,537 --> 00:02:45,332 He's retiring, so he's out of the loop. 14 00:02:45,457 --> 00:02:46,875 Shotaro, please. 15 00:02:47,000 --> 00:02:49,670 Mr. Ueki has never played office politics. 16 00:02:49,795 --> 00:02:51,880 Those who do get the promotions. 17 00:02:54,675 --> 00:02:57,219 I wonder if my father's lost weight. 18 00:03:16,530 --> 00:03:19,533 - Welcome home, Papa. - It was very tiring. 19 00:03:19,658 --> 00:03:22,786 - Welcome home, sir. - Thanks for all your help, Shotaro. 20 00:03:22,911 --> 00:03:24,538 Not at all, sir. 21 00:03:24,663 --> 00:03:26,415 - Welcome home. - Thanks. 22 00:03:26,540 --> 00:03:27,791 Good work, sir. 23 00:03:27,916 --> 00:03:31,044 Just those three bags, sir? 24 00:03:43,473 --> 00:03:45,726 Jade is so beautiful. 25 00:03:45,851 --> 00:03:49,020 - Keiko, help me serve dinner. - Coming. 26 00:03:50,230 --> 00:03:53,108 Jade's even cheaper than in Beijing. 27 00:03:53,233 --> 00:03:56,653 In Japan, that would sell for over 30,000 yen. 28 00:03:56,778 --> 00:03:58,780 It's less than half that in Hong Kong. 29 00:03:58,905 --> 00:04:02,200 You should've bought more. That's how you make a profit. 30 00:04:02,325 --> 00:04:05,787 Any more than this and Customs would object. 31 00:04:05,912 --> 00:04:08,081 I bet some people sneak it through. 32 00:04:08,206 --> 00:04:12,210 That's what's noble about your father, Keiko. 33 00:04:12,335 --> 00:04:14,171 Isn't that right? 34 00:04:15,005 --> 00:04:17,382 Right, here we are. 35 00:04:28,143 --> 00:04:29,770 I'll get it. 36 00:04:32,355 --> 00:04:35,484 I haven't used a Japanese phone for ages. 37 00:04:35,609 --> 00:04:37,277 I'll get that. 38 00:04:40,572 --> 00:04:41,990 Hello? 39 00:04:43,533 --> 00:04:45,452 Oh, it's you? 40 00:04:47,996 --> 00:04:51,500 The president said that? I'm honored. 41 00:04:51,625 --> 00:04:55,045 The company's having a farewell party for me tomorrow. 42 00:05:06,223 --> 00:05:08,183 Papa's late. 43 00:05:09,142 --> 00:05:11,311 He has his retirement party. 44 00:05:11,436 --> 00:05:15,565 But that was earlier in the evening. It's nearly 01:00am. 45 00:05:15,690 --> 00:05:18,193 I hope he hasn't had an accident. 46 00:05:18,318 --> 00:05:21,822 Your father's too careful to have a car accident. 47 00:05:21,947 --> 00:05:25,367 Even if he did have one, the police would call. 48 00:05:25,492 --> 00:05:28,703 You never worry, do you, Mama? 49 00:05:28,829 --> 00:05:30,914 What's to worry about? 50 00:05:31,832 --> 00:05:35,585 Don't you think he's been acting strange since he got back? 51 00:05:36,586 --> 00:05:39,506 He pores over the newspaper, 52 00:05:39,631 --> 00:05:43,426 he jumps up to answer the telephone or get the post. 53 00:05:43,552 --> 00:05:46,012 He's getting old, after all. 54 00:05:46,763 --> 00:05:48,765 I think he's a bit worried. 55 00:05:50,517 --> 00:05:53,979 He's retiring now so he's on limited duties. 56 00:05:54,104 --> 00:05:56,523 - I wonder... - That's what it is. 57 00:05:57,691 --> 00:06:01,069 You read far too many mystery novels, Keiko. 58 00:06:01,194 --> 00:06:03,071 Get ready for bed. 59 00:06:03,196 --> 00:06:05,282 You could be right. 60 00:06:07,200 --> 00:06:09,244 Mama... 61 00:06:09,369 --> 00:06:12,205 The hero of this book reminds me of Papa. 62 00:06:12,330 --> 00:06:18,253 He's a regular salaryman, who gets hit by a baseball and loses his memory. 63 00:06:22,299 --> 00:06:25,594 I'm off to bed. Goodnight, Mom. 64 00:06:42,777 --> 00:06:44,654 Keiko, are you awake? 65 00:06:44,779 --> 00:06:46,865 What is it, Mama? 66 00:06:48,491 --> 00:06:50,577 Haven't you slept at all? 67 00:06:51,494 --> 00:06:54,039 Your father didn't come home. 68 00:06:55,290 --> 00:06:58,627 Don't be so silly! He's not a child. 69 00:06:58,752 --> 00:07:02,881 Can't he stay out for once without you panicking? 70 00:07:03,006 --> 00:07:04,466 I suppose you're right. 71 00:07:04,591 --> 00:07:06,760 He'll come home, full of apologies. 72 00:07:07,844 --> 00:07:10,013 I was tidying his things away... 73 00:07:11,890 --> 00:07:14,309 There was no underwear. 74 00:07:15,018 --> 00:07:17,979 - No underwear? - None at all. 75 00:07:19,648 --> 00:07:21,900 Don't you think that's strange? 76 00:07:27,072 --> 00:07:29,157 What time did my father leave? 77 00:07:29,282 --> 00:07:31,993 It was around 10:00pm. 78 00:07:32,118 --> 00:07:36,206 He said he was heading to another bar. Is there anything wrong? 79 00:07:36,331 --> 00:07:40,293 No, it's just that he didn't come home last night. 80 00:07:40,418 --> 00:07:43,296 I thought perhaps he'd come straight to work. 81 00:07:43,421 --> 00:07:44,839 To work? 82 00:07:45,632 --> 00:07:49,135 To the new part-time job that you gave him. 83 00:07:50,053 --> 00:07:52,305 That position was withdrawn. 84 00:07:53,139 --> 00:07:55,892 Not very nice of the company, I know. 85 00:07:56,851 --> 00:08:01,523 Yesterday he received his certificate and his retirement pay. 86 00:08:03,066 --> 00:08:04,734 Is that true? 87 00:08:06,695 --> 00:08:09,698 TOYO NEWSPAPER 88 00:08:11,533 --> 00:08:14,285 Hi there. It's me, Kasai from Toyo News. 89 00:08:14,411 --> 00:08:20,792 Any unidentified bodies, 54-55, over the past couple of days? 90 00:08:20,917 --> 00:08:23,003 If you wouldn't mind having a look... 91 00:08:25,046 --> 00:08:27,215 It's about what you said earlier. 92 00:08:27,340 --> 00:08:30,135 The 3,000,000-yen retirement allowance was in a check, 93 00:08:30,260 --> 00:08:32,345 so we can rule out robbery. 94 00:08:33,304 --> 00:08:38,351 The lack of underwear is strange, but it doesn't mean he's run off. 95 00:08:40,562 --> 00:08:41,896 You checked? 96 00:08:42,981 --> 00:08:46,401 Not there? Only young people? 97 00:08:47,736 --> 00:08:51,948 No, it's not for an article. Thanks, anyway. 98 00:08:54,784 --> 00:08:56,327 Copy boy! 99 00:08:58,955 --> 00:09:01,458 So that's the story. What now? 100 00:09:01,583 --> 00:09:02,834 I've no idea. 101 00:09:02,959 --> 00:09:05,670 Contact friends and relatives. 102 00:09:05,795 --> 00:09:08,548 Report the check as missing. 103 00:09:08,673 --> 00:09:12,343 And fill out a Missing Person's Report for the police. 104 00:09:12,469 --> 00:09:15,430 But I really wouldn't recommend that. 105 00:09:16,473 --> 00:09:19,059 I'd wait for a couple of days. 106 00:09:19,184 --> 00:09:22,228 He's a grown man. 107 00:09:22,353 --> 00:09:25,815 Don't make too much fuss over a few missing days. 108 00:09:25,940 --> 00:09:28,485 You'll only create a scandal. 109 00:09:28,610 --> 00:09:30,695 Try not to embarrass him. 110 00:09:32,030 --> 00:09:35,492 But he's only just got back from Hong Kong. 111 00:09:36,493 --> 00:09:39,954 He's been away for two years, then he disappears. 112 00:09:41,206 --> 00:09:43,291 That's not like him at all. 113 00:09:44,542 --> 00:09:46,419 You're right there. 114 00:09:46,544 --> 00:09:48,630 So what will you do? 115 00:09:50,673 --> 00:09:53,134 I'll start looking for him. 116 00:09:53,259 --> 00:09:57,222 But if he's not back by tonight... 117 00:09:57,347 --> 00:09:59,599 Will you file a Missing Person's Report? 118 00:09:59,724 --> 00:10:02,227 You can do that any time. 119 00:10:04,354 --> 00:10:06,147 Any possible destinations? 120 00:10:06,272 --> 00:10:10,318 Well, we already checked the most likely places. 121 00:10:10,443 --> 00:10:13,738 - But there was no sign of him. - I see... 122 00:10:13,863 --> 00:10:17,575 So, how would you describe your father's personality? 123 00:10:17,700 --> 00:10:20,120 What sort of man is he? 124 00:10:23,164 --> 00:10:27,836 I'd say he's very passive, a little rigid. A good, honest man. 125 00:10:27,961 --> 00:10:29,879 Quite a cheerful fellow. 126 00:10:30,004 --> 00:10:33,466 You know, everyone gives that very same assessment. 127 00:10:35,927 --> 00:10:38,138 I hope you can help us. 128 00:10:42,016 --> 00:10:44,853 - Is that you, Kasai? Big story? - No. 129 00:10:44,978 --> 00:10:49,315 - Don't keep it to yourself! - I'm with her. I'm not on a story. 130 00:10:52,694 --> 00:10:54,487 Excuse me. 131 00:10:57,991 --> 00:10:59,159 Thanks! 132 00:11:02,370 --> 00:11:05,331 You shouldn't go running off like that! 133 00:11:06,124 --> 00:11:11,045 It's not that. I just felt a wave of sadness come over me. 134 00:11:11,171 --> 00:11:14,007 As if I'll never see my father again. 135 00:11:15,800 --> 00:11:17,385 Don't be silly. 136 00:11:28,146 --> 00:11:32,567 The check hasn't been cashed, and he hasn't had an accident. 137 00:11:33,735 --> 00:11:37,572 As far as we know, he hasn't contacted any relatives or friends. 138 00:11:38,489 --> 00:11:40,825 This all points to one thing. 139 00:11:40,950 --> 00:11:44,579 We don't know if his disappearance is voluntary or forced. 140 00:11:44,704 --> 00:11:47,081 All we know is that he's missing. 141 00:11:48,458 --> 00:11:51,252 - Therefore... - What do you mean, "voluntary"? 142 00:11:52,170 --> 00:11:53,588 Well, basically... 143 00:11:55,131 --> 00:11:58,718 You mean he's left us and run off with another woman. 144 00:11:59,928 --> 00:12:01,679 That's impossible! 145 00:12:12,941 --> 00:12:14,275 Papa? 146 00:12:15,777 --> 00:12:18,238 Yes, this is the Ueki residence. 147 00:12:18,363 --> 00:12:20,782 No, my father's not here. 148 00:12:21,991 --> 00:12:25,161 He left something with you? What is it? 149 00:12:25,286 --> 00:12:27,372 It's a ring. 150 00:12:27,497 --> 00:12:30,917 A ring? What does that mean? 151 00:12:31,042 --> 00:12:34,545 I've no idea. I'd like to know myself. 152 00:12:37,006 --> 00:12:40,385 Hello? Would you mind telling me who you are? 153 00:12:42,595 --> 00:12:44,264 In Shibuya? 154 00:12:53,064 --> 00:12:55,942 Akemi, there's someone to see you. 155 00:12:57,527 --> 00:12:58,861 Excuse me. 156 00:13:00,655 --> 00:13:02,198 Welcome. 157 00:13:02,323 --> 00:13:04,367 Oh, long time no see! 158 00:13:04,492 --> 00:13:07,412 - Never met you before. - Beg your pardon. 159 00:13:07,537 --> 00:13:09,914 Then why did you ask for me? 160 00:13:10,039 --> 00:13:12,125 You called us, remember? 161 00:13:13,042 --> 00:13:16,546 This is Junpei Ueki's daughter. You telephoned her. 162 00:13:16,671 --> 00:13:20,008 - Oh, I see. - That's right. 163 00:13:22,093 --> 00:13:25,179 So do you know Mr. Ueki well? 164 00:13:25,305 --> 00:13:29,142 Don't be silly. I only met him that once. 165 00:13:29,267 --> 00:13:30,977 Only once? 166 00:13:33,980 --> 00:13:36,649 When? Was he alone? 167 00:13:36,774 --> 00:13:41,112 There were four or five of them. All newcomers here. 168 00:13:42,697 --> 00:13:46,868 Any clues to their business? Did they talk about their work? 169 00:13:46,993 --> 00:13:49,078 Now you mention it... 170 00:13:51,914 --> 00:13:57,045 They were just like normal businessmen, but unusually quiet. 171 00:13:58,671 --> 00:14:01,924 Mr. Ueki looked absolutely exhausted. 172 00:14:02,050 --> 00:14:04,594 He barely said a word when I poured his beer. 173 00:14:05,595 --> 00:14:10,892 That's right! One of the men had a hideous scar on his right hand. 174 00:14:11,934 --> 00:14:14,187 The younger guy danced with me. 175 00:14:15,688 --> 00:14:20,443 Then when Mr. Ueki went to the toilet, 176 00:14:20,568 --> 00:14:24,614 one of the men followed him. 177 00:14:25,907 --> 00:14:28,159 It was like he was guarding him. 178 00:14:31,245 --> 00:14:36,334 I waited outside with a hot towel for him. 179 00:14:37,126 --> 00:14:38,544 And then. .. 180 00:14:38,669 --> 00:14:40,880 Don't move, just listen. 181 00:14:41,964 --> 00:14:45,301 Keep this for me until tomorrow night. 182 00:14:45,426 --> 00:14:48,971 If I don't turn up, call my home. 183 00:14:54,852 --> 00:14:59,399 It's strange, though, that he'd give a perfect stranger a ring. 184 00:14:59,524 --> 00:15:02,402 Well, such things aren't unheard of. 185 00:15:03,820 --> 00:15:07,323 But it's odd that the other guys were so quiet. 186 00:15:07,448 --> 00:15:11,411 Can't you remember anything they talked about? Think! 187 00:15:11,536 --> 00:15:14,414 Honestly, they didn't say a thing. 188 00:15:14,539 --> 00:15:17,542 It was strange. Weird, more like. 189 00:15:18,918 --> 00:15:21,838 I wasn't with them for long, anyhow. 190 00:15:21,963 --> 00:15:23,381 Akemi! 191 00:15:28,219 --> 00:15:30,638 You think she's telling the truth? 192 00:15:30,763 --> 00:15:34,725 She gave you the ring, so she's no crook. 193 00:15:34,851 --> 00:15:36,936 Maybe it's a trap. 194 00:15:37,061 --> 00:15:40,481 Whatever it is, this is our only clue. 195 00:15:42,984 --> 00:15:46,737 That man chatting to Hiroko, he was one of them. 196 00:15:46,863 --> 00:15:48,698 I have to go. 197 00:16:12,638 --> 00:16:14,974 He's waiting for someone. 198 00:16:15,099 --> 00:16:17,185 That bar girl, I bet. 199 00:16:18,853 --> 00:16:19,854 Look. 200 00:16:19,979 --> 00:16:21,063 Don't! 201 00:16:48,591 --> 00:16:50,718 They're getting on well. 202 00:16:50,843 --> 00:16:52,678 It's disgusting! 203 00:16:53,638 --> 00:16:55,848 They'll probably get a room. 204 00:16:58,059 --> 00:16:59,894 Let's follow them. 205 00:17:45,314 --> 00:17:47,275 Just as I thought. 206 00:17:48,150 --> 00:17:50,570 - You get a taxi home. - What about you? 207 00:17:50,695 --> 00:17:53,614 I'll stay until I see them leave. 208 00:17:53,739 --> 00:17:57,535 - Then I'll stay too. - No way! It could take all night. 209 00:17:57,660 --> 00:18:00,913 Then two's better. We can swap over. 210 00:18:01,038 --> 00:18:04,667 It's too cramped. And you'll just fall asleep. 211 00:18:04,792 --> 00:18:08,045 Don't be so rude! I'm really attentive. 212 00:18:10,423 --> 00:18:12,258 Park in the shadows. 213 00:18:46,208 --> 00:18:48,044 This is strange. 214 00:18:52,798 --> 00:18:54,717 Oh, did I doze Off? 215 00:18:54,842 --> 00:18:56,927 You were fast asleep. 216 00:18:57,053 --> 00:18:59,138 My arm's gone numb. 217 00:18:59,889 --> 00:19:02,475 Sorry. You should've woken me up. 218 00:19:07,229 --> 00:19:09,357 Are they still inside? 219 00:19:10,816 --> 00:19:14,862 It's late. I'm starting to worry a little. 220 00:19:14,987 --> 00:19:16,822 Surely not? 221 00:19:51,440 --> 00:19:55,403 Hey...l stayed here two or three days ago. 222 00:19:55,528 --> 00:19:57,613 I left my lighter in the room. 223 00:19:57,738 --> 00:19:59,824 Which room was it? 224 00:19:59,949 --> 00:20:03,327 I forget now... The small one upstairs. 225 00:20:04,787 --> 00:20:09,208 Would you mind waiting in the office, sir? We're a little busy at the moment. 226 00:20:09,333 --> 00:20:13,254 - I'm in a rush and I need that lighter. - I'll go and look for it. 227 00:20:13,379 --> 00:20:15,464 It's not in the room. 228 00:20:15,589 --> 00:20:19,677 - That's strange. It's black with... - Sir, please. 229 00:20:26,892 --> 00:20:28,519 Murder? 230 00:20:28,644 --> 00:20:31,355 Not at all. An overdose of sleeping pills. 231 00:20:35,818 --> 00:20:38,446 - What drug was it? - Brovarin. 232 00:20:38,571 --> 00:20:40,072 A full bottle. 233 00:20:40,197 --> 00:20:42,616 There's a note. Probably a double suicide. 234 00:20:42,742 --> 00:20:45,077 - Who left the note? - She did. 235 00:20:47,747 --> 00:20:53,085 Is it possible to kill someone with a forced overdose of Brovarin? 236 00:20:53,210 --> 00:20:55,421 And disguise it as suicide? 237 00:20:55,546 --> 00:21:00,468 No, it's too weak a drug. You'd need a massive dose. 238 00:21:00,593 --> 00:21:04,680 It would be impossible to force someone to take so many. 239 00:21:04,805 --> 00:21:06,640 Is that so? 240 00:21:06,766 --> 00:21:09,602 So only the man died, right? 241 00:21:13,272 --> 00:21:14,774 How did it go? 242 00:21:14,899 --> 00:21:17,902 The guy died. But I got his business card. 243 00:21:19,487 --> 00:21:20,988 I see... 244 00:21:23,032 --> 00:21:25,117 Who was that man who just left? 245 00:21:25,242 --> 00:21:28,078 A reporter from the Toyo Newspaper. 246 00:21:54,271 --> 00:21:56,524 'AMATERASU' GREAT SUN GOD 247 00:22:13,457 --> 00:22:18,420 You'll not write a story about my stupid husband. 248 00:22:18,546 --> 00:22:22,633 I could understand if the girl had died as well. 249 00:22:22,758 --> 00:22:24,844 How stupid to die alone... 250 00:22:24,969 --> 00:22:28,180 - What was his occupation? - He was a land broker. 251 00:22:29,265 --> 00:22:31,141 How was business? 252 00:22:32,852 --> 00:22:37,940 He said he was about to land a crazy amount of money. 253 00:22:38,065 --> 00:22:40,484 Not that I ever believed him. 254 00:22:40,609 --> 00:22:42,862 A crazy amount, eh? 255 00:22:42,987 --> 00:22:46,448 Did your husband have any close friends? 256 00:22:46,574 --> 00:22:49,159 Or did he spend much time with anyone recently? 257 00:22:49,285 --> 00:22:53,706 Well, his friends didn't come by much. 258 00:22:53,831 --> 00:22:57,293 But he'd seen a lot of Mr. Wong lately. 259 00:22:57,418 --> 00:23:00,170 Mr. Wong? A Mr. Wong... 260 00:23:01,005 --> 00:23:03,716 Mr. Wong... A Chinese fellow? 261 00:23:03,841 --> 00:23:07,845 - Off a boat, he said. - A boat? What boat? 262 00:23:07,970 --> 00:23:10,556 - Blue something... - Was it the Blue Clipper? 263 00:23:10,681 --> 00:23:12,057 That's the one. 264 00:23:31,577 --> 00:23:33,662 TOYO NEWSPAPER YOKOHAMA BRANCH 265 00:23:33,787 --> 00:23:35,331 Hey, Kasai! 266 00:23:36,749 --> 00:23:38,834 Still drinking as usual, Horibe? 267 00:23:38,959 --> 00:23:43,213 Keeps me sane but gets me nowhere. 268 00:23:43,339 --> 00:23:45,049 Good to see you again. 269 00:23:45,174 --> 00:23:47,259 Well, look who it is. 270 00:23:47,384 --> 00:23:49,762 What's our dashing reporter doing in Yokohama? 271 00:23:49,887 --> 00:23:51,889 I miss the old place. 272 00:23:52,598 --> 00:23:55,267 Liar! You couldn't wait to leave here. 273 00:23:55,392 --> 00:23:56,977 What are you after? 274 00:23:57,102 --> 00:24:00,272 - I need your help to find someone. - Who exactly? 275 00:24:00,397 --> 00:24:03,108 A guy called Wong, off the Blue Clipper. 276 00:24:03,233 --> 00:24:06,570 The Blue Clipper? You'll need to send a telegram to Hong Kong. 277 00:24:06,695 --> 00:24:09,114 She left port four days ago. 278 00:24:09,239 --> 00:24:11,742 She does a monthly run, right? 279 00:24:11,867 --> 00:24:13,327 Well-known ship. 280 00:24:13,452 --> 00:24:16,872 Last year, they found gold bars aboard. 281 00:24:16,997 --> 00:24:18,540 Gold bars? 282 00:24:18,666 --> 00:24:21,794 But what if this Wong got off the boat? 283 00:24:21,919 --> 00:24:24,546 Yokohama's full of sailors! 284 00:24:24,672 --> 00:24:26,840 They must hang out somewhere. 285 00:24:26,966 --> 00:24:28,467 Hang outs? 286 00:24:29,468 --> 00:24:31,470 CHINATOWN, YOKOHAMA 287 00:24:46,735 --> 00:24:51,156 - Wong is a very common name. - He was on the Blue Clipper. 288 00:24:51,281 --> 00:24:53,951 Not again? I told you, I don't know him. 289 00:24:54,076 --> 00:24:55,494 Really? 290 00:24:56,537 --> 00:24:59,748 - Was somebody else asking? - Yeah. Two or three days ago. 291 00:24:59,873 --> 00:25:01,959 He had a scar on his hand. 292 00:25:04,044 --> 00:25:06,380 He's not back yet. 293 00:25:06,505 --> 00:25:09,341 Can I take a message for him? 294 00:25:09,466 --> 00:25:10,843 Hello? 295 00:25:10,968 --> 00:25:12,386 Copy boy! 296 00:25:13,137 --> 00:25:14,555 He's here now. 297 00:25:14,680 --> 00:25:16,974 Hey, that's the third time today. 298 00:25:18,183 --> 00:25:19,893 Hello, Kasai speaking. 299 00:25:20,019 --> 00:25:23,355 Keiko? I've learned quite a lot. 300 00:25:24,148 --> 00:25:27,860 Thanks, but you might as well stop. 301 00:25:27,985 --> 00:25:30,404 We received a telegram from Papa. 302 00:25:30,529 --> 00:25:32,406 Yes, this morning. 303 00:25:32,531 --> 00:25:34,616 Yes, I'll read it to you. 304 00:25:36,035 --> 00:25:40,330 "Sorry for not calling. Relaxing at Shima Hot Springs. 305 00:25:40,456 --> 00:25:42,708 "Coming home tomorrow. Junpei." 306 00:25:50,382 --> 00:25:51,884 Yes, hello? 307 00:26:00,768 --> 00:26:02,936 Sorry, it was on a whim. 308 00:26:03,062 --> 00:26:07,316 I had no idea you'd get so worked up about it. 309 00:26:07,441 --> 00:26:09,693 I got terribly drunk. 310 00:26:09,818 --> 00:26:13,906 It's very unusual to see him this cheerful, Shotaro. 311 00:26:14,031 --> 00:26:16,950 So how is this new job offer looking? 312 00:26:17,076 --> 00:26:20,579 - Well, I'm 90% sure. - What kind of work is it? 313 00:26:20,704 --> 00:26:24,666 Accountant manager at a small firm. 314 00:26:24,792 --> 00:26:26,877 That's great. 315 00:26:27,002 --> 00:26:29,922 - What's the company? - A ships' chandlery. 316 00:26:30,047 --> 00:26:34,426 Ships' chandlery? Ah, selling souvenirs to tourists? 317 00:26:34,551 --> 00:26:36,428 - In Yokohama? - Yes. 318 00:26:36,553 --> 00:26:38,222 - Whereabouts? - Central Yokohama. 319 00:26:38,347 --> 00:26:40,099 Name of the company? 320 00:26:40,224 --> 00:26:43,727 Shotaro... When did you become a detective? 321 00:26:43,852 --> 00:26:46,814 Not at all. I was just asking. 322 00:26:46,939 --> 00:26:48,816 Well, stop questioning me. 323 00:26:48,941 --> 00:26:51,527 - Dear, please. - Quiet. 324 00:26:51,652 --> 00:26:55,656 This is a private family matter. 325 00:26:55,781 --> 00:26:58,325 It's nothing for you to write a story about. 326 00:26:59,493 --> 00:27:03,539 Why are you so upset that I asked the company name? 327 00:27:05,582 --> 00:27:09,002 - It's Koei Trading. - Oh, I see. 328 00:27:09,837 --> 00:27:13,632 So that means you'll be doing business with a lot of ships? 329 00:27:15,217 --> 00:27:17,302 I suppose so. 330 00:27:17,970 --> 00:27:21,473 So the Blue Clipper will be one of your clients. 331 00:27:22,307 --> 00:27:25,936 The Blue Clipper... The one you returned on. 332 00:27:28,522 --> 00:27:31,650 Ever come across a sailor by the name of Wong? 333 00:27:34,361 --> 00:27:37,990 Sato's friend. You know him, don't you? 334 00:27:51,837 --> 00:27:55,132 I'm home. Hello there, Shotaro. 335 00:28:05,350 --> 00:28:07,102 What's wrong? 336 00:28:14,568 --> 00:28:16,987 What's wrong, Papa? 337 00:28:17,112 --> 00:28:19,615 I'd better get going. Thank you. 338 00:28:34,046 --> 00:28:35,339 Shotaro! 339 00:28:52,981 --> 00:28:55,317 Why are you angry? 340 00:28:56,860 --> 00:28:58,946 I'm not angry. 341 00:28:59,071 --> 00:29:01,156 But you look upset. 342 00:29:01,281 --> 00:29:03,367 I'm just frustrated. 343 00:29:03,492 --> 00:29:05,410 See, you are angry! 344 00:29:06,370 --> 00:29:11,708 It feels like I'm being forced to stop digging deeper. 345 00:29:13,043 --> 00:29:15,045 Hence my frustration. 346 00:29:18,715 --> 00:29:23,637 But my father's back now, so there's nothing to investigate. 347 00:29:25,681 --> 00:29:29,393 You think so? I hope you're right. 348 00:29:29,518 --> 00:29:31,603 Why? What's happened? 349 00:29:31,728 --> 00:29:34,898 Nothing. It's just my frustration kicking in. 350 00:29:36,024 --> 00:29:39,611 But whichever way you look at it, there's something fishy going on. 351 00:29:40,696 --> 00:29:42,990 There's like a shadow behind your father. 352 00:29:45,075 --> 00:29:47,703 Watch for a man with a scar on his hand. 353 00:29:47,828 --> 00:29:51,331 Anything happens, call me immediately. Right? 354 00:30:18,275 --> 00:30:23,071 I'm surprised. I thought ships' chandlers only sold souvenirs. Right, Mama? 355 00:30:24,072 --> 00:30:28,410 No, we supply all a ship's needs. 356 00:30:28,535 --> 00:30:31,079 We stock just about everything. Right, Boss? 357 00:30:31,204 --> 00:30:34,374 Exactly. Please sit down. 358 00:30:34,499 --> 00:30:38,503 One ship ordered 300lbs of beef shoulder. 359 00:30:38,628 --> 00:30:41,006 That was hard to come by. 360 00:30:41,131 --> 00:30:44,509 Others only order straw brooms and such like. 361 00:30:46,011 --> 00:30:50,599 It's a very competitive business. Keeps us very busy. 362 00:30:53,060 --> 00:30:55,312 - Excuse me. - Oh, Komatsu... 363 00:30:57,022 --> 00:31:00,817 Let me introduce you. This is Mr. Ueki's wife and daughter. 364 00:31:00,942 --> 00:31:04,237 - Nice to meet you. - I'm Komatsu. Pleased to meet you. 365 00:31:18,335 --> 00:31:20,337 You're looking well, Papa. 366 00:31:20,462 --> 00:31:23,298 Almost like a different man. Isn't that right, Mama? 367 00:31:23,423 --> 00:31:26,259 That's thanks to my new job. 368 00:31:26,385 --> 00:31:29,221 I'm too busy to get old, I reckon. 369 00:31:30,263 --> 00:31:32,641 I'm so pleased, dear... 370 00:31:34,518 --> 00:31:40,440 That man earlier at the office, Mr. Komatsu, does he work with you? 371 00:31:40,565 --> 00:31:41,983 No, he's not. 372 00:31:42,109 --> 00:31:46,279 - Did you know him from before? - Not till I started here. 373 00:31:46,405 --> 00:31:49,574 Why do you ask? Is there anything wrong? 374 00:31:50,951 --> 00:31:55,914 Just that terrible scar on his hand... It scared me. 375 00:31:56,039 --> 00:31:57,374 What? 376 00:31:58,500 --> 00:32:01,670 Hurry up and eat or we'll be late. 377 00:32:01,795 --> 00:32:03,880 Where are we going? 378 00:32:04,005 --> 00:32:06,883 I wonder... Can you guess, my dear? 379 00:32:07,008 --> 00:32:08,552 No idea. 380 00:32:08,677 --> 00:32:10,512 You, Keiko? 381 00:32:11,930 --> 00:32:13,473 I wonder... 382 00:32:23,942 --> 00:32:26,987 Who's that man with your boss? He looks very important. 383 00:32:27,112 --> 00:32:29,197 He is very important. 384 00:32:29,322 --> 00:32:32,868 That's the Reverend Nagamine, leader of the Sun God Sect. 385 00:32:32,993 --> 00:32:35,996 It's not like you to respect a leader of some religious cult. 386 00:32:36,121 --> 00:32:40,792 There are many kinds of cults. And he's very well regarded. 387 00:32:40,917 --> 00:32:44,171 He supports orphanages and old folk's care homes. 388 00:32:44,296 --> 00:32:47,174 And your boss is a believer? 389 00:32:51,845 --> 00:32:54,598 It's much better than our Tokyo home. 390 00:32:55,474 --> 00:33:00,687 It's 4.5 million, but I have a 3-million retirement allowance. 391 00:33:01,396 --> 00:33:04,483 Didn't you invest that in your new company? 392 00:33:07,277 --> 00:33:11,490 The company will guarantee the loan. Don't you worry about money. 393 00:33:13,700 --> 00:33:16,495 It beats commuting from Tokyo every day. 394 00:33:16,620 --> 00:33:18,705 My boss knows the owner. 395 00:33:18,830 --> 00:33:20,749 It's wonderful, Papa! 396 00:34:20,767 --> 00:34:22,394 City desk. 397 00:34:23,687 --> 00:34:25,146 Oh, it's you! 398 00:34:25,981 --> 00:34:27,941 Where are you? 399 00:34:28,066 --> 00:34:31,945 Of course, it's me. I'm working for once. 400 00:34:34,781 --> 00:34:38,451 Well, I came all the way from Yokohama to see you. 401 00:34:38,577 --> 00:34:41,037 To see me about what? 402 00:34:41,162 --> 00:34:42,998 What? Really? 403 00:34:43,123 --> 00:34:46,376 - Yes, it's about Wong. - Did you find him? 404 00:34:46,501 --> 00:34:48,962 - He's no good to you now. - Why not? 405 00:34:49,087 --> 00:34:51,798 - He's dead. - Dead? Murdered? 406 00:34:51,923 --> 00:34:54,092 Overdosed on sleeping pills, they say. 407 00:34:54,676 --> 00:34:56,886 - Suspicious, is it? - You got it. 408 00:34:57,429 --> 00:34:58,888 - Where? - Hama Hall. 409 00:34:59,014 --> 00:35:00,890 - When? - Five days ago. 410 00:35:01,016 --> 00:35:03,476 - That long ago? - He was only identified this morning. 411 00:35:03,602 --> 00:35:05,020 Thanks. 412 00:35:07,105 --> 00:35:09,691 ISEZAKI POLICE STATION 413 00:35:10,150 --> 00:35:12,360 How do you explain that? 414 00:35:12,485 --> 00:35:15,905 He was forced fed sleeping pills and then smothered? 415 00:35:17,032 --> 00:35:21,578 Perhaps he was worried that the pills wouldn't kill him. Or he was in a rush. 416 00:35:21,703 --> 00:35:24,164 There's a problem with the pills, too. 417 00:35:24,289 --> 00:35:28,752 We found an empty bottle of Brovarin, but he'd taken Luminal. 418 00:35:28,877 --> 00:35:32,130 - Luminal? - Yes, in powder form. 419 00:35:32,255 --> 00:35:34,883 It's undetectable when mixed with a liquid. 420 00:35:35,008 --> 00:35:37,761 It's a very strong, fast-acting drug. 421 00:35:37,886 --> 00:35:41,723 Once absorbed into the body, it's undetectable. 422 00:35:44,476 --> 00:35:49,022 MAN DEAD - SLEEPING PILLS WOMAN SURVIVES 423 00:35:56,946 --> 00:36:00,450 Wong's wife is a stripper. Full-frontal. 424 00:36:03,286 --> 00:36:04,871 Stop! 425 00:36:04,996 --> 00:36:06,748 What's that? 426 00:36:07,499 --> 00:36:09,042 The Sun God sect. 427 00:36:09,167 --> 00:36:11,711 You must have them in Tokyo. They're big here. 428 00:36:11,836 --> 00:36:15,173 That suicide, Sato... his wife is a member. 429 00:36:15,298 --> 00:36:19,552 The Sun God sect is the link between Sato and Wong. 430 00:36:34,484 --> 00:36:36,861 GOLD APARTMENTS 431 00:36:46,287 --> 00:36:50,041 There was one photo taken at the sect headquarters. 432 00:36:50,166 --> 00:36:52,001 What's that? 433 00:36:55,130 --> 00:36:56,756 Ah, here it is. 434 00:36:58,133 --> 00:37:00,051 That's Wong there. 435 00:37:01,761 --> 00:37:03,680 And there's Sato. 436 00:37:03,805 --> 00:37:05,473 You know him? 437 00:37:05,598 --> 00:37:07,684 No. Can't say I do. 438 00:37:08,476 --> 00:37:10,186 What about him? 439 00:37:10,311 --> 00:37:11,980 Don't know. 440 00:37:15,024 --> 00:37:17,569 SUN GOD SECT MAIN TEMPLE 441 00:37:17,694 --> 00:37:21,114 He never said anything about a photograph. 442 00:37:23,074 --> 00:37:25,910 Because of the girls, I bet. 443 00:37:27,078 --> 00:37:30,623 - It was taken down there. - I see... 444 00:37:32,250 --> 00:37:34,753 Do you recognize Wong? 445 00:37:34,878 --> 00:37:38,673 - Yes, I do. - Naturally. And this man? 446 00:37:38,798 --> 00:37:41,551 That's Maki. He's an old friend. 447 00:37:43,261 --> 00:37:47,849 - Where does he work? - At a dry-cleaners in Yokohama. 448 00:37:47,974 --> 00:37:50,393 WHITE AS WHITE LAUNDRY 449 00:38:10,288 --> 00:38:13,583 Maki, some guy was here asking for you. 450 00:38:13,708 --> 00:38:17,128 He wasn't a cop, but best be careful. You got the dope? 451 00:38:18,421 --> 00:38:21,257 - Maki, a visitor for you! - I'll go. 452 00:38:36,397 --> 00:38:39,442 But I saw him come in here just now. 453 00:38:39,567 --> 00:38:41,653 He left through the back. 454 00:38:41,778 --> 00:38:45,949 I'm just his boss not his keeper. 455 00:38:46,074 --> 00:38:49,494 Out the back, eh? Right. Thanks. 456 00:40:11,826 --> 00:40:14,037 He followed you here, Maki. 457 00:40:15,204 --> 00:40:19,208 - My job is almost over. - Be careful anyway. 458 00:40:19,334 --> 00:40:21,586 I'm not afraid of dying. 459 00:40:22,503 --> 00:40:25,048 - Your order, sir? - Draft beer. 460 00:41:25,775 --> 00:41:27,652 Mr. Maki? 461 00:41:27,777 --> 00:41:30,530 I need to talk to you. 462 00:42:44,395 --> 00:42:48,191 There was no need to knock me out. 463 00:42:49,984 --> 00:42:51,944 You brought it on yourself. 464 00:42:52,070 --> 00:42:54,614 Don't let it upset you. 465 00:42:54,739 --> 00:42:58,284 We were keeping a close eye on the heroin. 466 00:42:58,409 --> 00:43:01,829 So we naturally thought you were with Maki. 467 00:43:02,622 --> 00:43:04,040 Heroin? 468 00:43:06,042 --> 00:43:09,295 Do I look like a heroin dealer? 469 00:43:10,546 --> 00:43:13,299 What about the guy with the bag? 470 00:43:13,424 --> 00:43:15,384 Not yet? 471 00:43:15,510 --> 00:43:17,303 We're still trailing him. 472 00:43:23,309 --> 00:43:26,854 So you're close to arresting him? 473 00:43:26,979 --> 00:43:28,815 If all goes well. 474 00:43:29,649 --> 00:43:32,068 We're charging Maki with your assault. 475 00:43:59,470 --> 00:44:02,682 I thought you'd never get here. Come in. 476 00:44:02,807 --> 00:44:04,892 - Where's your father? - At work. 477 00:44:05,017 --> 00:44:07,311 Keiko, we need to talk. 478 00:44:29,709 --> 00:44:33,629 Both Sato and Wong are dead. 479 00:44:35,798 --> 00:44:41,387 That guy at the bar with your father, the one with the scar, he's involved. 480 00:44:44,557 --> 00:44:47,101 What do you think is going on, Keiko? 481 00:44:56,944 --> 00:44:59,030 You've seen the guy, haven't you? 482 00:44:59,155 --> 00:45:00,573 Where? 483 00:45:01,490 --> 00:45:03,951 Let me guess. Koei Trading! 484 00:45:04,076 --> 00:45:06,120 They're part of the drug ring. 485 00:45:06,245 --> 00:45:07,872 That can't be! 486 00:45:07,997 --> 00:45:12,460 Keiko, your father brought in the heroin from Hong Kong. 487 00:45:12,585 --> 00:45:15,421 That's why Sato and Wong were murdered. 488 00:45:15,546 --> 00:45:17,089 That's a lie! 489 00:45:18,049 --> 00:45:21,177 Papa would never do such a thing. 490 00:45:21,302 --> 00:45:24,597 Naturally, no one would ever suspect him. 491 00:45:24,722 --> 00:45:28,893 Stop it! Stop making my father out to be a criminal! 492 00:46:07,556 --> 00:46:09,809 I'm not accusing him of anything. 493 00:46:11,310 --> 00:46:14,522 But in my line of work, Keiko, 494 00:46:15,564 --> 00:46:19,694 I often see that good men are capable of doing terrible things. 495 00:46:21,028 --> 00:46:25,574 Wild beasts sleep in the hearts of all of us. 496 00:46:26,742 --> 00:46:29,036 Sometimes the beast awakens. 497 00:46:30,288 --> 00:46:35,334 And when it does, they turn into completely different people. 498 00:46:39,130 --> 00:46:43,592 Before we knew it, the beast in your father awoke. 499 00:46:46,220 --> 00:46:48,848 You've found out everything, haven't you? 500 00:46:52,977 --> 00:46:56,772 Why couldn't you have left him alone? 501 00:46:59,525 --> 00:47:03,237 I don't know. Because I'm a newspaper reporter. 502 00:47:06,824 --> 00:47:08,743 Please, Shotaro... 503 00:47:10,202 --> 00:47:13,748 No one else knows about this, do they? 504 00:47:13,873 --> 00:47:15,958 No, no one else. 505 00:47:17,001 --> 00:47:21,589 Can you keep it to yourself until I say so? 506 00:47:45,780 --> 00:47:48,783 Is your scoop more important than me? 507 00:47:49,950 --> 00:47:54,413 I'm a reporter. I can't ignore a scoop. 508 00:48:15,559 --> 00:48:18,562 If I don't write the story, someone else will. 509 00:48:19,313 --> 00:48:21,399 The cops are on the case. 510 00:48:21,524 --> 00:48:24,819 They're tailing the man with the scar. 511 00:48:24,944 --> 00:48:27,363 It's only a matter of time. 512 00:48:29,073 --> 00:48:30,991 Listen, Keiko... 513 00:48:32,284 --> 00:48:35,830 I understand how retirement has made your father depressed. 514 00:48:35,955 --> 00:48:38,249 But I can't sanction crime! 515 00:48:41,627 --> 00:48:43,045 Okay? 516 00:48:44,755 --> 00:48:47,425 Let's talk him into turning himself in. 517 00:48:48,426 --> 00:48:52,596 If he volunteers a confession, they'll go easy on him. 518 00:48:53,931 --> 00:48:56,809 If we don't do it now, it'll be too late. 519 00:48:59,186 --> 00:49:00,438 Okay? 520 00:49:05,276 --> 00:49:07,361 I'll do it alone. 521 00:49:13,993 --> 00:49:17,079 I want to talk to him myself. 522 00:49:22,585 --> 00:49:24,712 Maybe that would be better. 523 00:49:25,588 --> 00:49:30,843 But tell me what happens. I'll be at my office. 524 00:49:38,184 --> 00:49:41,812 Maki's strong, he won't tell them anything. 525 00:49:43,022 --> 00:49:46,775 The issue is whether he had the heroin on him or not. 526 00:49:46,901 --> 00:49:49,236 - About that... - Don't worry. 527 00:49:49,361 --> 00:49:53,199 Komatsu would've called if he didn't get it. 528 00:49:53,324 --> 00:49:57,077 But I'm worried they might've tailed Komatsu. 529 00:49:57,203 --> 00:50:01,499 Exactly. You should've informed us earlier! 530 00:50:05,711 --> 00:50:07,546 I'll take that. 531 00:50:09,673 --> 00:50:11,091 Nagamine speaking. 532 00:50:12,051 --> 00:50:13,802 Ah, Mr. Ide. 533 00:50:15,387 --> 00:50:19,308 They've got Maki? I should've guessed. 534 00:50:20,351 --> 00:50:23,771 But that was after the transfer, so no need to worry. 535 00:50:25,439 --> 00:50:30,486 Yes, I was just telling Komatsu. Young people can't hold out. 536 00:50:32,404 --> 00:50:34,615 I guess we're safe, then. 537 00:50:35,574 --> 00:50:40,496 But we can't use Komatsu for a while. They'll be looking for him. 538 00:50:40,621 --> 00:50:43,666 How about we send him to your private island? 539 00:50:45,125 --> 00:50:47,294 That's a good idea. 540 00:50:47,419 --> 00:50:50,297 Yes, I'll call as soon as I know. 541 00:50:51,340 --> 00:50:53,217 What private island? 542 00:50:53,342 --> 00:50:57,012 It's a small island off the coast of Kure. It belongs to the sect. 543 00:50:57,137 --> 00:50:59,473 The Reverend's family are there now. 544 00:50:59,598 --> 00:51:04,103 He can hide there until this problem with Maki is resolved. 545 00:51:22,413 --> 00:51:24,290 I need the toilet. 546 00:51:35,884 --> 00:51:37,720 Hey, Maki? 547 00:51:37,845 --> 00:51:39,805 Hurry it up! 548 00:52:04,163 --> 00:52:06,957 Why are you sitting in the dark? 549 00:52:07,082 --> 00:52:09,460 Your mother's worried about you. 550 00:52:15,341 --> 00:52:17,343 Is anything wrong? 551 00:52:25,225 --> 00:52:27,102 You've been crying. 552 00:52:28,228 --> 00:52:33,734 Papa, please listen, I need to talk to you. 553 00:52:33,859 --> 00:52:37,071 You look serious. What is it? 554 00:52:40,032 --> 00:52:43,243 Papa, I know everything! 555 00:52:45,079 --> 00:52:46,872 What's wrong, dear? 556 00:52:47,873 --> 00:52:51,627 Stop crying and tell me what's wrong. 557 00:53:00,094 --> 00:53:02,388 Turn yourself in, I beg you. 558 00:53:03,639 --> 00:53:04,848 What? 559 00:53:11,647 --> 00:53:15,484 Be straight with me, Keiko. What are you talking about? 560 00:53:16,819 --> 00:53:18,737 I know everything! 561 00:53:19,822 --> 00:53:22,157 About the dead men, too. 562 00:53:22,282 --> 00:53:26,787 About your company and the drugs that you smuggled. 563 00:53:33,877 --> 00:53:35,963 Did Shotaro tell you this? 564 00:53:37,131 --> 00:53:39,883 Yes, he found out about everything. 565 00:53:44,346 --> 00:53:48,851 And you believe everything he said, do you? 566 00:53:52,938 --> 00:53:55,232 Without hearing your father's side. 567 00:53:55,357 --> 00:53:57,985 Don't try to fool me, Papa. 568 00:53:58,110 --> 00:53:59,945 You might fool me, 569 00:54:00,070 --> 00:54:02,740 but you'll never fool Shotaro and the police. 570 00:54:02,865 --> 00:54:04,366 The police? 571 00:54:04,491 --> 00:54:08,662 Yes. They've already arrested Maki. 572 00:54:08,787 --> 00:54:12,666 And they're tailing Komatsu now. 573 00:54:19,381 --> 00:54:22,342 Is that all Shotaro told you? 574 00:54:22,468 --> 00:54:23,677 Yes. 575 00:54:27,014 --> 00:54:29,016 Isn't that enough? 576 00:54:34,062 --> 00:54:36,440 - Not nearly enough. - Papa! 577 00:54:36,565 --> 00:54:41,236 I won't try to fool you. It's just like you said. 578 00:54:47,242 --> 00:54:48,911 So it is true? 579 00:54:52,998 --> 00:54:55,209 It really is true. 580 00:54:55,334 --> 00:54:56,794 Yes, it is. 581 00:55:05,010 --> 00:55:09,890 But why did you get involved? Who forced you into it? 582 00:55:10,682 --> 00:55:12,518 Nobody forced me. 583 00:55:17,105 --> 00:55:22,653 All those years of hard work were in vain. 584 00:55:24,655 --> 00:55:30,118 I always thought that I deserved something. 585 00:55:30,244 --> 00:55:33,914 But, after 55 years, I ended up with nothing. 586 00:55:36,750 --> 00:55:40,712 Forced out by a company that I'd devoted 30 years to. 587 00:55:40,838 --> 00:55:43,257 I couldn't take it anymore. 588 00:55:45,259 --> 00:55:49,638 I got tired of being a hard-working Mr. Nice Guy. 589 00:55:52,099 --> 00:55:55,644 I did smuggle drugs back from Hong Kong. 590 00:55:57,229 --> 00:56:00,190 It wasn't for the money and I wasn't blackmailed. 591 00:56:01,108 --> 00:56:05,237 But I couldn't refuse a man who I'm indebted to. 592 00:56:08,323 --> 00:56:11,577 But someone stole the drugs off the boat. 593 00:56:13,245 --> 00:56:15,789 I didn't know what to do. 594 00:56:19,042 --> 00:56:23,255 I offered my retirement payment as compensation for the drugs. 595 00:56:25,424 --> 00:56:32,014 That was the money I'd set aside for us to live on. 596 00:56:34,057 --> 00:56:37,603 But I had to pay for the drugs that I lost. 597 00:56:44,610 --> 00:56:47,154 One of them started to laugh. 598 00:56:48,113 --> 00:56:50,115 Then they all joined in. 599 00:56:53,410 --> 00:56:56,663 I had no idea why they were laughing. 600 00:57:03,712 --> 00:57:09,468 Then I realized that the 3 million yen that I'd offered them 601 00:57:09,593 --> 00:57:13,347 was barely a tenth of the value of the drugs. 602 00:57:14,640 --> 00:57:16,725 I felt so miserable. 603 00:57:18,101 --> 00:57:23,607 The check I valued so highly was really only a scrap of paper. 604 00:57:25,192 --> 00:57:30,906 Then I realized that my life was just like that check. 605 00:57:34,159 --> 00:57:36,620 That was how it all began. 606 00:57:44,336 --> 00:57:48,131 Those men, Sato and Wong, had stolen the drugs. 607 00:57:48,256 --> 00:57:53,595 After we got the drugs back, I joined the syndicate. 608 00:57:55,389 --> 00:58:00,852 If I hadn't, then maybe I'd have ended up dead like those two. 609 00:58:08,860 --> 00:58:11,613 Turn yourself in, Papa. 610 00:58:11,738 --> 00:58:15,617 Shotaro said they'll go easy on you if you do. 611 00:58:16,493 --> 00:58:18,245 That won't work. 612 00:58:19,287 --> 00:58:21,790 I joined the syndicate of my own free will, 613 00:58:21,915 --> 00:58:24,376 so I intend to see it through. 614 00:58:24,501 --> 00:58:28,213 - Who cares what Shotaro says? - Yes, but the police... 615 00:58:28,338 --> 00:58:32,884 Your theories aren't sufficient grounds to arrest me. 616 00:58:35,178 --> 00:58:38,890 Besides, Maki's dead and Komatsu's on the run. 617 00:58:39,975 --> 00:58:42,144 No one can prove anything. 618 00:58:42,269 --> 00:58:44,312 I can prove it! 619 00:58:45,480 --> 00:58:49,276 Your word won't be enough. I'll just deny it. 620 00:58:57,617 --> 00:58:59,453 I'm not alone in this! 621 00:59:00,370 --> 00:59:03,373 See,Papa! Mother's a witness. 622 00:59:07,794 --> 00:59:09,212 I... 623 00:59:10,255 --> 00:59:12,174 I didn't hear a thing, Keiko. 624 00:59:12,299 --> 00:59:14,384 How can you say that, Mama? 625 00:59:14,509 --> 00:59:18,680 I have no idea what your father is up to. 626 00:59:19,514 --> 00:59:22,559 A woman has no say in her husband's work. 627 00:59:22,684 --> 00:59:28,106 I think that whatever your father's doing must be right. 628 00:59:28,231 --> 00:59:31,026 I've thought so for twenty years! 629 00:59:32,694 --> 00:59:35,864 And so should you, Keiko. 630 00:59:36,740 --> 00:59:38,742 Do as your father says. 631 00:59:53,590 --> 00:59:55,342 She's right. 632 01:00:06,311 --> 01:00:09,147 Hello? Speaking. Oh, Mr. Ueki... 633 01:00:09,272 --> 01:00:15,112 How dare you make up stories without a shred of evidence? 634 01:00:15,237 --> 01:00:17,322 You've made poor Keiko desperate. 635 01:00:18,490 --> 01:00:23,537 Never darken our doorstep again. I forbid you to see Keiko again. 636 01:00:24,955 --> 01:00:26,623 Hello? 637 01:00:30,460 --> 01:00:32,838 Sounds like she dumped you, Kasai. 638 01:00:32,963 --> 01:00:37,467 He feels safe because Maki killed himself. 639 01:00:38,844 --> 01:00:41,263 That's proof he's in with them. 640 01:00:41,388 --> 01:00:43,515 But you've got no evidence. 641 01:00:44,224 --> 01:00:48,019 I'll have proof once the police get Komatsu. 642 01:00:54,276 --> 01:00:57,946 Look, Kasai, I understand how you feel. 643 01:00:58,071 --> 01:01:00,824 But you've got to look after yourself. 644 01:01:05,245 --> 01:01:07,080 Hello, Toyo Newspaper. 645 01:01:10,125 --> 01:01:11,543 Really? 646 01:01:15,213 --> 01:01:17,757 - Boss... - Bad news? 647 01:01:19,509 --> 01:01:22,971 The officers tailing Komatsu were found dead. 648 01:01:23,096 --> 01:01:24,514 Found what? 649 01:01:29,728 --> 01:01:31,354 - Hello again. - Hi! 650 01:01:31,479 --> 01:01:33,690 - Good to see you. - You remember me? 651 01:01:33,815 --> 01:01:37,694 Of course. You brought that lovely young girl. 652 01:01:37,819 --> 01:01:40,614 What happened about her father? 653 01:01:40,739 --> 01:01:43,909 He's back. He wasn't lost at all. 654 01:01:45,577 --> 01:01:47,287 How's Hiroko? 655 01:01:47,412 --> 01:01:50,248 That's right. We were all so shocked. 656 01:01:50,373 --> 01:01:53,877 - She quit working here, right? - Apparently she's in Yokohama. 657 01:01:54,002 --> 01:01:57,881 Someone saw her at the Blue Moon Bar. 658 01:01:58,006 --> 01:01:59,841 The Blue Moon? 659 01:02:10,977 --> 01:02:14,439 That's propane gas. Unbelievably dangerous stuff. 660 01:02:14,564 --> 01:02:18,235 There was an explosion in Tokyo just the other day. 661 01:02:18,360 --> 01:02:21,112 It's safe as long as you use it properly. 662 01:02:41,967 --> 01:02:44,511 Anyway, it's a problem. 663 01:02:44,636 --> 01:02:47,597 How did it get to this stage? 664 01:02:49,182 --> 01:02:54,062 - We have to take action. - Let's do it. That's the easiest way. 665 01:02:55,772 --> 01:02:59,401 Not a good idea, Komatsu, to start killing cops or reporters. 666 01:02:59,526 --> 01:03:01,987 They always come back with a vengeance. 667 01:03:02,112 --> 01:03:06,241 And Kasai's not the only one with the story now. 668 01:03:06,366 --> 01:03:09,119 - But Boss... - Leave them be. That's the best way. 669 01:03:09,744 --> 01:03:12,914 Another story will supersede this by tomorrow. 670 01:03:13,039 --> 01:03:16,876 Given time, his editor will give him another assignment. 671 01:03:17,002 --> 01:03:19,587 The island is our best option. 672 01:03:19,713 --> 01:03:23,633 Definitely. The sooner Komatsu leaves, the better. 673 01:03:24,467 --> 01:03:29,764 I believe your daughter has a thing for that reporter... 674 01:03:31,266 --> 01:03:33,059 I guess so. 675 01:03:33,184 --> 01:03:36,021 That's dangerous. She's a loose cannon. 676 01:03:36,146 --> 01:03:38,857 We'll have to take her along with us. 677 01:03:38,982 --> 01:03:41,860 - But that's... - It's decided, Ueki. 678 01:04:00,879 --> 01:04:04,549 - A business trip where? - To Kure City. 679 01:04:04,674 --> 01:04:08,011 - How long for? - About a week. 680 01:04:09,095 --> 01:04:11,806 I thought I'd take Keiko along. 681 01:04:12,724 --> 01:04:14,934 You won't mind being alone, will you? 682 01:04:15,060 --> 01:04:16,728 Not at all. 683 01:04:16,853 --> 01:04:21,441 Keiko's been stuck in her room. She needs a change of scene. 684 01:04:21,566 --> 01:04:23,526 Why are you going? 685 01:04:24,361 --> 01:04:28,698 Nothing special. I just have to make some purchases. 686 01:04:32,035 --> 01:04:36,748 Keiko, your father would love you to accompany him. 687 01:04:36,873 --> 01:04:39,125 What if I say no? 688 01:04:40,668 --> 01:04:44,798 It's your decision. But I'd like you to come. 689 01:04:59,270 --> 01:05:00,522 Keiko! 690 01:05:01,731 --> 01:05:03,817 Alright, I'll go. 691 01:05:05,985 --> 01:05:07,946 I forgot to give you these! 692 01:05:25,713 --> 01:05:27,924 Ah, we meet again. 693 01:05:28,049 --> 01:05:30,135 Where do I know you from? 694 01:05:30,260 --> 01:05:33,471 I was your customer at the Emerald Bar. 695 01:05:34,681 --> 01:05:38,685 - You did well to find me here. - The snake knows what the rat thinks. 696 01:05:41,396 --> 01:05:43,857 Can you stay with me tonight? 697 01:05:45,275 --> 01:05:47,735 You're very sure of yourself! 698 01:05:53,992 --> 01:05:56,953 - Kayo! - Order us a couple of doubles. 699 01:05:58,455 --> 01:06:00,290 Whiskey and water for me. 700 01:06:00,415 --> 01:06:02,292 Same here. 701 01:06:05,253 --> 01:06:09,549 Wong was found dead, and Maki killed himself. 702 01:06:09,674 --> 01:06:12,469 - All stories of death. - Well, you know why. 703 01:06:12,594 --> 01:06:15,722 And you know you can't escape. 704 01:06:19,058 --> 01:06:21,269 I won't let you escape. 705 01:06:44,584 --> 01:06:47,045 Be quiet, everyone's asleep! 706 01:06:54,260 --> 01:06:59,057 It's hard to believe you came here to keep drinking. 707 01:06:59,182 --> 01:07:03,061 Right. But the night's just beginning. 708 01:07:04,187 --> 01:07:06,356 Yes, it's only just starting. 709 01:07:14,948 --> 01:07:16,699 Is brandy alright? 710 01:07:33,424 --> 01:07:35,468 LUMINAL 711 01:07:49,274 --> 01:07:50,817 A toast! 712 01:08:01,119 --> 01:08:03,246 I can see out. 713 01:08:03,371 --> 01:08:07,417 So that means that they can see in. 714 01:08:07,542 --> 01:08:11,421 - Don't worry, nobody's watching. - No! It simply won't do. 715 01:08:26,603 --> 01:08:28,605 You're very considerate. 716 01:08:39,240 --> 01:08:41,242 - Hang on. - What now? 717 01:08:42,702 --> 01:08:47,624 You remember Sato? And your suicide pact? 718 01:08:47,749 --> 01:08:50,001 Or have you forgotten all about him? 719 01:08:50,126 --> 01:08:53,796 Don't bring that up. I never liked him anyway. 720 01:08:54,839 --> 01:08:59,260 Never liked him? But you wanted to die together? 721 01:08:59,385 --> 01:09:01,387 Stop it, or you can leave. 722 01:09:05,266 --> 01:09:07,560 Okay, I'll stop. 723 01:09:12,023 --> 01:09:16,444 Let's talk about the guy with the scar on his hand. 724 01:09:17,695 --> 01:09:20,531 Stop it. Is that all you can talk about? 725 01:09:21,949 --> 01:09:24,285 It's just that I'm jealous. 726 01:09:24,410 --> 01:09:27,497 Okay, drink up and I'll tell you. 727 01:09:27,622 --> 01:09:30,667 Really? Okay, then. 728 01:09:31,668 --> 01:09:33,378 Cheers! 729 01:09:40,176 --> 01:09:41,928 Who is it? 730 01:09:42,053 --> 01:09:43,763 Who's there? 731 01:09:46,891 --> 01:09:49,769 Hey, why didn't you open the door for me? 732 01:09:49,894 --> 01:09:51,979 Sorry, wrong room. 733 01:09:56,359 --> 01:09:57,944 What's wrong? 734 01:09:58,778 --> 01:10:01,698 He scared me. It went down the wrong way. 735 01:10:01,823 --> 01:10:04,033 Let me make you another. 736 01:10:06,828 --> 01:10:09,956 Now it's your turn. The guy with the scar... 737 01:10:10,915 --> 01:10:14,502 I know him. We live together. 738 01:10:14,627 --> 01:10:17,672 Your man? Then I'd better get going. 739 01:10:17,797 --> 01:10:20,341 It's okay, he's not here. 740 01:10:21,843 --> 01:10:24,429 Right, let's have another! 741 01:10:37,567 --> 01:10:41,112 I'm beat. I am so tired. 742 01:10:43,030 --> 01:10:44,866 I'm not surprised. 743 01:10:52,457 --> 01:10:54,500 Did you drug me? 744 01:10:58,337 --> 01:10:59,964 Just like Sato. 745 01:11:01,048 --> 01:11:02,967 But I don't plan to die. 746 01:11:04,302 --> 01:11:06,053 Damn you... 747 01:11:08,514 --> 01:11:12,560 This is how you killed Wong, too. 748 01:11:13,227 --> 01:11:17,607 Of course. If you knew that, why did you fall for it, too? 749 01:11:20,860 --> 01:11:23,946 Where's the man with the scar? 750 01:11:26,157 --> 01:11:29,535 You know he killed those cops. 751 01:11:31,245 --> 01:11:33,080 I get it... 752 01:11:35,166 --> 01:11:37,835 He's hiding somewhere here. 753 01:11:37,960 --> 01:11:43,132 You're wrong. Komatsu's in Hakone at the temple. 754 01:11:43,257 --> 01:11:45,092 With the Reverend? 755 01:11:46,677 --> 01:11:48,930 At the Sun God temple? 756 01:11:50,014 --> 01:11:52,683 What a newshound you are! 757 01:11:52,809 --> 01:11:55,353 Looking for a scoop while you die... 758 01:12:05,029 --> 01:12:08,574 You're right. I'd do anything for a scoop. 759 01:12:10,660 --> 01:12:13,371 Your poison went here. 760 01:12:13,496 --> 01:12:15,373 And... 761 01:12:15,498 --> 01:12:18,876 I've recorded everything on this microphone. 762 01:12:30,721 --> 01:12:32,598 Damn you! 763 01:12:34,058 --> 01:12:35,768 I'll get it. 764 01:12:37,603 --> 01:12:39,605 Yes? Ueki speaking. 765 01:12:42,316 --> 01:12:44,151 Not you again? 766 01:12:48,739 --> 01:12:53,077 - What? - I want you to listen to this tape. 767 01:12:53,953 --> 01:12:56,497 Hiroko has told us everything. 768 01:12:56,622 --> 01:13:00,835 Just like Sato. But I don't plan to die. 769 01:13:00,960 --> 01:13:03,045 Damn you... 770 01:13:03,170 --> 01:13:05,882 This is how you killed Wong, too. 771 01:13:06,007 --> 01:13:11,262 Of course. If you knew that, why did you fall for it, too? 772 01:13:12,221 --> 01:13:14,432 Where's the man with the scar? 773 01:13:15,808 --> 01:13:18,978 You know he killed those cops. 774 01:13:19,103 --> 01:13:23,441 I get it... He's hiding somewhere here. 775 01:13:24,400 --> 01:13:28,905 You're wrong. Komatsu's in Hakone at the temple. 776 01:13:29,030 --> 01:13:32,909 With the Reverend? At the Sun God temple? 777 01:13:34,493 --> 01:13:36,120 Heard enough? 778 01:13:39,624 --> 01:13:41,459 Answer me. 779 01:13:43,377 --> 01:13:47,840 If you don't answer me, I'll take this tape straight to the police. 780 01:13:47,965 --> 01:13:52,303 You've got until tomorrow morning to turn yourself in. 781 01:13:54,597 --> 01:13:56,599 Do you want me to accompany you? 782 01:13:58,768 --> 01:14:00,269 I understand. 783 01:14:01,270 --> 01:14:03,272 Thank you for calling. 784 01:14:11,322 --> 01:14:13,157 Is something wrong? 785 01:14:13,282 --> 01:14:15,409 No, it's nothing. 786 01:14:18,913 --> 01:14:21,040 Just leave me alone. 787 01:14:50,069 --> 01:14:56,242 "After the seeds sprout, keep well-watered." 788 01:15:21,434 --> 01:15:25,146 You're planting flowers at this hour? 789 01:15:25,271 --> 01:15:27,732 Can't it wait till tomorrow? 790 01:15:28,774 --> 01:15:30,943 The sooner, the better. 791 01:15:32,695 --> 01:15:34,947 This is unusual for you. 792 01:15:53,966 --> 01:15:55,468 Keiko! 793 01:16:03,726 --> 01:16:06,062 I'm going out. Prepare my things. 794 01:16:07,313 --> 01:16:09,732 - Going where? - To Hakone. 795 01:16:10,566 --> 01:16:11,776 Hakone? 796 01:16:14,403 --> 01:16:16,447 You needn't worry. 797 01:16:17,740 --> 01:16:20,993 I know you trust me, whatever I do. 798 01:16:22,328 --> 01:16:23,704 Dearest... 799 01:16:24,663 --> 01:16:27,208 Whatever happens, deny everything. 800 01:16:29,752 --> 01:16:31,170 You understand? 801 01:16:50,064 --> 01:16:52,566 Hiroko Tajima. 802 01:16:53,776 --> 01:16:56,403 Standard spelling. 803 01:16:56,529 --> 01:16:58,989 Yeah, she's 29 years old. 804 01:17:01,575 --> 01:17:05,704 Yes, right. She's Komatsu's de facto wife. 805 01:17:08,624 --> 01:17:12,211 Now for the charges: on April 3rd, 806 01:17:12,336 --> 01:17:16,298 she engaged in a fraudulent suicide pact at a Shibuya inn. 807 01:17:16,423 --> 01:17:21,220 The murder victim was Yasuo Sato, 34 years old. 808 01:17:21,971 --> 01:17:27,977 Then, on April 7th, she killed Wong in a similar manner in Yokohama. 809 01:17:28,102 --> 01:17:33,107 He was killed in her apartment then transported elsewhere. 810 01:17:33,232 --> 01:17:37,444 The drug used in both cases was the sedative Luminal... 811 01:17:37,570 --> 01:17:38,988 Keiko? 812 01:17:40,698 --> 01:17:42,658 In a toilet at Isezaki police station, 813 01:17:42,783 --> 01:17:46,120 Maki slashed his own throat with a concealed razor blade. 814 01:17:46,245 --> 01:17:49,123 The Sun God sect is tied in with Koei Trading. 815 01:17:49,248 --> 01:17:51,333 How can I help you? 816 01:17:51,458 --> 01:17:54,336 I need to talk to Shotaro. 817 01:17:54,461 --> 01:17:59,008 Well, he's phoning in his story to the editor. 818 01:17:59,133 --> 01:18:03,387 - My father has gone to Hakone. - To the Sun God temple? 819 01:18:03,512 --> 01:18:06,891 I think so. But he didn't seem himself. 820 01:18:07,016 --> 01:18:08,767 Meaning? 821 01:18:08,893 --> 01:18:11,520 He's never planted flowers before, 822 01:18:11,645 --> 01:18:14,148 or just sat there looking out to sea... 823 01:18:15,107 --> 01:18:16,525 And your mother? 824 01:18:16,650 --> 01:18:19,403 She won't say anything, she just cries. 825 01:18:21,447 --> 01:18:23,490 Keiko! 826 01:18:26,076 --> 01:18:29,622 Has he really gone there to destroy the evidence? 827 01:18:32,082 --> 01:18:35,544 What I said to him has made him desperate. 828 01:18:36,629 --> 01:18:39,131 But I had no choice. 829 01:18:41,759 --> 01:18:45,471 Hit me if you want. I deserve it. 830 01:18:47,431 --> 01:18:49,558 Driver, can you go any faster? 831 01:19:09,828 --> 01:19:11,413 What are you doing here? 832 01:19:13,374 --> 01:19:15,542 Something over and above work. 833 01:19:15,668 --> 01:19:19,129 Call Ide, he handles all work related matters. 834 01:19:20,130 --> 01:19:22,132 He's with Komatsu. Shall I call him? 835 01:19:22,258 --> 01:19:24,635 No, I'll go over there myself. 836 01:20:13,475 --> 01:20:16,228 What is it you have to say, Ueki? 837 01:20:17,604 --> 01:20:20,649 I got another call from Kasai. 838 01:20:20,774 --> 01:20:23,193 The newspaper reporter? 839 01:20:23,319 --> 01:20:25,821 - About turning yourself in? - Yes. 840 01:20:25,946 --> 01:20:27,698 Reverend... 841 01:20:27,823 --> 01:20:30,951 - He says he's got concrete proof. - What? 842 01:20:31,076 --> 01:20:34,538 He got Hiroko to tell him everything. 843 01:20:34,663 --> 01:20:38,250 No way. She'd sooner die than confess. 844 01:20:38,375 --> 01:20:40,878 He's got it all on tape. I heard it. 845 01:20:41,003 --> 01:20:45,341 It was definitely her voice. She gave him all the details. 846 01:20:45,466 --> 01:20:48,927 He's lying. He's trying to trap you. 847 01:20:49,053 --> 01:20:50,804 What's on the tape? 848 01:20:50,929 --> 01:20:55,559 Details of Sato's death and Wong's murder, 849 01:20:55,684 --> 01:20:59,229 as well as about the temple and Komatsu hiding out here. 850 01:20:59,355 --> 01:21:00,981 You liar! 851 01:21:02,149 --> 01:21:04,526 The police will be here very soon. 852 01:21:04,651 --> 01:21:07,029 - I said we should've killed him! - Shut up! 853 01:21:07,154 --> 01:21:09,698 - You stopped me! - It's Hiroko's voice, no mistake? 854 01:21:09,823 --> 01:21:11,241 I'm quite sure. 855 01:21:11,367 --> 01:21:15,037 Even if it is a trick, he knows too much. 856 01:21:15,162 --> 01:21:17,289 Ide, get ready for us to leave. 857 01:21:21,668 --> 01:21:24,296 No! You can't leave this room! 858 01:21:26,465 --> 01:21:28,217 You have to stay here! 859 01:21:28,342 --> 01:21:32,638 - Ueki, where's your daughter? - You think I'd bring her here? 860 01:21:32,763 --> 01:21:35,557 Why not? Did you rat us out? 861 01:21:48,237 --> 01:21:49,696 Don't! 862 01:21:57,704 --> 01:21:59,331 Too late! 863 01:22:09,925 --> 01:22:13,220 - Quick, call the newspaper! - Right. 864 01:22:16,014 --> 01:22:17,641 It's too dangerous! 865 01:22:19,059 --> 01:22:20,352 Papa! 866 01:22:21,270 --> 01:22:23,814 Keiko, be brave! 867 01:22:39,580 --> 01:22:41,748 None of you will get away. 868 01:22:49,381 --> 01:22:50,591 Keiko! 869 01:22:53,552 --> 01:22:54,636 Papa? 870 01:23:13,906 --> 01:23:14,990 No, sir. 871 01:23:16,158 --> 01:23:18,368 Keiko, go home. 872 01:23:19,369 --> 01:23:23,207 I've never used a pistol before, you might get hurt. 873 01:23:24,166 --> 01:23:27,127 Don't do anything foolish! 874 01:23:31,840 --> 01:23:34,218 Papa, come home with me. 875 01:23:36,011 --> 01:23:37,971 I can't. 876 01:23:38,096 --> 01:23:41,141 I even failed at being a crook. 877 01:23:42,809 --> 01:23:44,853 I'm out of luck. 878 01:23:45,979 --> 01:23:48,482 I'm too far out of my depth. 879 01:23:57,282 --> 01:24:00,536 Leave now, before the temple collapses. 880 01:24:00,661 --> 01:24:06,166 If you die, then all this will have been for nothing. 881 01:24:16,426 --> 01:24:18,470 Keiko! Keiko! 882 01:24:30,315 --> 01:24:32,359 Look after Keiko. 883 01:24:34,778 --> 01:24:36,530 No! 884 01:24:48,417 --> 01:24:49,835 Oh, no... 885 01:24:52,170 --> 01:24:55,257 I'll say it was an accident. 886 01:24:57,968 --> 01:25:00,178 That's what they'll print. 887 01:25:35,756 --> 01:25:37,174 Keiko... 888 01:25:39,384 --> 01:25:43,388 The beast in his heart has gone back to sleep. 889 01:25:46,016 --> 01:25:48,185 A very troubled sleep. 890 01:25:59,863 --> 01:26:02,574 THE END