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A DAEI PRODUCTION

LIGHTNING

Story: Fumiko HAYASHI Screenplay: Sumie TANAKA

Cinematography: Shigeyoshi MINE

Music: Ichirô SAITÔ

Starring:

Hideko TAKAMINE

Mitsuko MIURA

Kyoko KAGAWA

Chieko MURATA

Jun NEGAMI

Sakae OZAWA

Kumeko URABE

Directed by Mikio NARUSE

Ginza Street starts from Kyobashi.

It's Tokyo's downtown.

Lined with willows,

like the marronier in Paris,

they impress foreign visitors

with exoticism.

Not much during the day,

but after dark, it's beautiful,

with the flood of red and blue lights and music.

Thank you.

I hope you enjoyed the tour.

Thank you.

You're very kind.

What is it?

I like old couples.

Find a lover first.

Thank you.

Thank you. Come again.

I don't think she'll see the man.

Has she got any lovers?

No. She dislikes men.

You should know her better.

So, he's a baker?

He has a nice shop with two employees. Rich, too.

His bread is delicious.

It whets my appetite.

You must be hungry. Have some lunch.

Not now.

The baker wants to run a hotel in Shibuya.

Hotel?

A small one for lovers.

My husband has stock in it.

He plans to make money from it.

Congratulations.

Finance us too.

You're joking! That's my line.

Your husband is a good businessman.

Does Kiyoko pay you?

No. She wants to, though.

But I tell her to save it.

You're generous.

This is nice.

Is it for sale?

Sell it to me at cost.

It suits you.

- You're young. - Thanks. How much is it?

Nevermind.

Thank you. I'll be going.

How old is the baker?

35.

I see... My husband's age.

Will she be late?

- She'll see Mother. - I told Mother.

Really?

Mother, shall I help you?

Nothing to help me with.

You like bean curd?

I think the man is all right.

A bit too old, but...

you can't ask for much.

They say that one man is proposed to by 23 girls.

So what?

You can't keep your job all your life.

My son likes it.

He got a job?

No. He plays pinball all day long.

He lived too long in the south.

You spoiled him too much, Mom.

Like a kid.

I love all my children equally.

Is Mitsuko getting along with her man?

Would a man like him have an affair?

You can't tell what a man will do.

And you want me to get married?

It's up to his wife.

I saw him walking with a girl in Ginza.

Mitsuko looks even older than Nui.

Her shop isn't prosperous.

Her Father was timid.

Was mine stubborn?

Well...

I'm back.

Welcome home.

Do you know anyone that wants to live here?

She's a few months behind in her rent.

None of my friends could afford it.

Hello Kiyoko.

Hello.

Where were you?

Look what I got.

All for you.

I've got a good son.

- Can I go to the bath? - Go anywhere.

Kiyoko, about your husband-to-be...

I'm glad that he's a baker.

Oh, no!

Go!

Kiyoko, make yourself at home.

Your kimono is finished.

I'll give you a raise -- 150 yen.

No. For my children, free of charge.

You always complain.

- Goodbye. - Going out?

She's working her way through school.

I want to study.

You're 23 already.

Mom.

You got married four times.

Were you happy?

Happy? That's something new.

Mother, looking at you and my sisters,

I doubt marriage brings happiness.

You're so wrong.

You're a good girl. Educated too.

Between you and me...

I've kept this for you.

Your father's present.

A ruby.

- Looks fake. - No.

Look.

My husband's bought me nothing.

You married him for love.

If you talk Kiyoko into marrying me,

I'll let you run the hotel.

You always trade!

You proposed the deal.

You're shrewd.

Unlike your husband.

You know me well.

Let's go.

I'm back.

Welcome home.

My man isn't back.

Maybe there was an accident.

It's not late.

He said that he'd be back at three.

He shouldn't worry you.

- Supper? - I've had it already.

Mom wants me to marry.

Nui found a man for you. She came by today.

Looking at her and Mother, I think marriage is hell.

You're an exception.

Nui got a dope for a husband.

I'm ashamed of having a sister like her.

Three sisters from three different fathers.

Poor Mom.

She isn't sorry.

Do you pity yourself?

No.

I think he's precious.

I ate supper alone. I wasn't happy.

Women are sad.

I'll look around. Take care of the shop, ok?

Hello. Isn't Nui here?

She went home long ago.

She's been out all day.

She came here during the day.

Where the hell did she go?

Mitsuko?

She's out.

Will you give me a glass of sake?

Is there any sake?

Thanks.

Kiyoko...

Be a good wife.

Don't leave your husband.

Rohei isn't back.

Men have their work to do.

Goodbye.

Weather Report:

Tokyo fair, with north-northeast wind,

becoming cloudy.

Tomorrow will be windy.

Fair during the day.

He never stayed out before.

If he's gone, I'll look for him.

Where?

Tokyo. I drive all day.

What? The bus?

Goodbye.

You can see the Ryogoku Bridge over there.

The Sumida River.

Tokyo's counterpart to the Seine.

It's famous for its fireworks displays.

Thank you.

You made a lot of mistakes today.

- I had worries. - Funny.

Kiyoko! Your sister wants you to come.

What happened.

FUNERAL

He looked healthy.

- A little too fat. - What killed him?

Apolexy.

Life is short.

Give me a smoke.

What? You smoke?

I feel a bit nervous.

Add more soy sauce.

Be quiet!

Don't burn too much incense, even if it is cheap.

Mr. Goto.

Thank you for coming.

Come in, please.

Mother!

Come in.

My condolences.

He's Mr. Goto.

You know, the baker!

I see. Welcome.

Kasuke, come greet him.

Sorry I didn't help you.

Let Nui take care of it. She loves it.

Such a large stock of tears.

I've no place to go.

A guest?

The baker.

Mr. Goto will find you a job.

I'm buying a shop in Osaki.

It'll be my branch.

He can help me there.

Thank you.

I asked the dead man to find him a job, in vain.

He died so suddenly.

You can count on Mr. Goto. He's never had a failure!

I'm flattered.

You have a capable man.

Capable? He buys stocks that never go up.

They go up in the future.

"In the future." His patience is limitless.

You're being too noisy.

You preach to me because it's a funeral?

She can beat any man.

It depends.

Have a drink.

Kasuke, bring Kiyoko downstairs.

Take off your coat. It's hot.

Kiyoko... I don't like him.

- The baker? - He's proud.

I pity Ryuzo.

I won't see him.

What's he like?

I can't tell.

Nui is flattering him.

Kiyoko!

I was sent to get you.

No.

Kiyoko!

I'll take a look.

Oh. Meet Mr. Goto. He's given us a lot.

My condolences.

Thank you.

He'll find a job for Kasuke.

I hope I can be of some help.

Sister, have a drink with us.

What's keeping Kiyoko?

Come here.

Kiyoko. I called for you. You heard me.

I'm tired.

You're not the only one that's tired!

I don't want to see a stranger today.

Funny. Why are you so upset?

Come down off of your perch!

What a bunch of drunks.

Some party!

My man won't like it.

Come in.

I'm in a hurry.

About your husband's life insurance, did you get it yet?

You surprised me.

Get the money and make plans for a new life.

I have to close up my shop.

He was in debt.

I could clear it.

Will you help me with the hotel?

Nui will.

She has a shop.

I thought she'd like the hotel.

She's too busy.

I have my own shop.

She and I will run it.

Excuse me.

It's okay. I'm leaving.

Really? I'll think it over.

Tell me when you get the money.

We're relatives.

Goodbye.

Goodbye.

Be careful, Sister.

Nui sent him here. I know.

Hello.

Madame?

Your husband took care of me.

I know that's it's too much to ask of you, but...

may I burn incense for him?

He told me nothing of you.

I learned of his death at the game hall.

I trembled when I saw the coffin.

I didn't know he had a mistress.

He said nothing.

You're a stranger.

Would you buy some flowers for him with this money?

I can't permit it.

Take it. Please take it with you.

All right. I'll go back home.

Perhaps some other time.

Sis...

I saw him walking with that woman.

I didn't want to worry you.

Let's get out of here.

Nothing good happens.

Mitsuko, let's hurry.

I feel as if I'm leaving him alone.

Aren't you mad at him?

I wish he'd come to see me.

I'd bite him.

I hate men.

Be quiet, cat.

I thought she had more property.

Don't touch Kiyoko's things.

She brought this back? It's trash.

She took it when she married Rohei.

Mother, my husband asked me.

He wants a loan when she gets the money.

Money?

Yes... He didn't actually invest in the hotel.

Mr. Goto paid all of the expenses.

Will you convince her? We'll triple it.

He's too shy to ask.

She said no insurance.

It's impossible! He had a mistress.

I'll ask her.

I'll borrow some and buy a suit for Kasuke.

He got a job.

She's cunning. Don't let her decieve you.

Ah. There she is now.

Hello.

I'm tired. I'm busy, but my sister needs a hand.

Thank you. Where shall I put the urn?

"Urn"? As soon as you're here?

You're more beautiful than ever.

Rohei couldn't leave you alone.

Not exactly. He had another woman.

But his money is yours.

So little that I had to close the shop.

This cat can understand our words.

Look at the whiskers.

Kiyoko, I didn't touch your things.

I must avoid suspicion.

Good.

The girl upstairs will leave soon.

Understand?

How proud she looks!

Is the baker still waiting around for her?

No. Why should he wait around for her?

I should help you, but...

You work all day?

I have to. I'm a few months behind in the rent.

It's not easy.

Kiyoko!

You're late. What kept you?

I had a drink.

You need alcohol whenever you move.

And cars need gas.

Can you afford gas? That's the trouble.

What a nag! You're spoiling the food.

Money visits people in turns.

Some have a lot of it, others have none.

My lodger eats twice a day.

Mother, give her some noodles.

Two meals a day is her way.

Don't force her to eat.

Nui wanted me to ask you.

Her husband wants a loan from you.

They're waiting. Be careful.

Sister.

When you get the money lend me some.

I got a job. I want a suit.

What is it to you, if I get the money?

You could get it?

You could?

Mitsuko.

Blame the insurance.

But it's such a small sum.

I have to pay the rent.

I think I'll work at the hotel.

Sister, the job doesn't suit you.

It's just bookkeeping.

The mistress will come again.

The dead man is better off, don't you agree?

I'm not dead yet.

Well, I think so.

SCISSORS, KNIVES AND RAZORS SHARPENED!

You must leave the urn in a temple.

The dead man is restless.

Sister, why don't you take the urn to the hotel?

Sorry.

Come back if you find the hotel disgusting.

Take care of the cat, Kiyoko.

I'll be back soon.

Take your time.

Take care.

Thank you.

It's a treat.

I wanted to treat you to something delicious.

I'll reciprocate someday.

Sorry I have to leave.

Is being a governess a hard job?

Any job is, more or less.

The landlady might think music a luxury.

But this much luxury is permissible.

My mother's keepsake.

She went without eating to collect records.

She was a pianist. She took care of her hands.

Ever think of marriage?

Yes, of course.

Like my parents.

How about you?

Me?

I don't.

Liar.

Why?

You do. Otherwise, you wouldn't have asked me.

Hello.

Is Kiyoko in?

Everyone is out.

Kiyoko also?

Yes.

Can't be true.

Nobody is home?

I'm the only one here.

Nobody?

Excuse me, I left the phonograph on.

Oh. I'll be back in an hour.

I'll be out then.

Who will be here then?

Nobody, until someone comes home.

I'll leave the key with the neighbor.

Goodbye.

Thank you.

Who's he?

My lover.

Liar.

He can't be.

He brought a gift, but took it with him.

You got a job, but I have another problem.

My company will go bankrupt.

The employees hate to work.

Don't be proud.

She never stops crying. She'll fall ill.

I left the urn at the temple.

She was sad to part with it.

She misses her man.

So what?

Wish someone would cry for me.

If you want a bride, work.

The war ended long ago.

There are two bullets in my body.

Someday one of them will reach my heart.

That's better. You'll die instantly.

Your father was a cop.

He was a great man.

Better than the boss.

I believed my son would be like him.

I'm not responsible.

I didn't ask.

That's my towel.

You're sloppy.

You used my toothbrush! I sterilized it.

I'm your brother.

Why are your legs so hairy?

It's masculine beauty.

I hate it. Who wants to marry you?

What?

Mom!

Grow up, children!

I cried a lot. I feel fine.

Trouble at the hotel?

I don't like Mr. Goto's eyes.

Not only his eyes.

Men like him make money.

Unlike Ryuzo, he acts.

Follow his example.

He's Nui's type.

Sure.

That's why I can't stay there.

Today...

Madame.

I met Nui's husband just now.

- Ryuzo? - Yes.

He told me to shut up.

He looked angry. He was drunk.

Did he come here?

No.

Is Nui here?

Yes.

What's the matter?

Mitsuko. You grew even more charming.

It's the business. But you must be careful.

Goto is a wolf!

Don't talk so loud.

Mitsuko.

Listen.

Nui wants to get a divorce.

I asked her why. She said she wants to work.

She wants to desert me and live with him.

Be careful.

- Shall I call his wife? - Never mind, leave us alone.

A guest?

Nui.

Hey!

Is this marriage?

This is not your home.

We talked about it. It's settled.

I'm sick of a big liar like you. You just talk big.

This hotel belongs entirely to Mr. Goto. That's a fact.

No!

Don't make a fool of me! Goto! Come out!

He's gone! He isn't here!

Come here!

I pitied him.

Mr. Goto was taking a bath.

He always drinks with Nui.

Since when?

I suspected them.

I'm glad he gave up.

No, it's only Nui who's passionate.

He still has a crush on you.

He asked me about you.

Oh, no!

Trouble after trouble.

The mistress wrote you again.

What does she want?

Living isn't easy for me and my child.

He's your late husband's child.

Only you can save us.

Will you give us 200,000 yen?

200,000!

Don't worry. Go and see her.

Thank you for coming with me.

The next stop.

Welcome to my house.

I want to talk frankly and settle the matter today.

I don't know what he told you,

but he was in debt.

I understand you have your own problem.

I won't be unreasonable.

He said his son was partly entitled to his insurance.

He talked big when he drank.

- Here. - Ah, thanks.

As I wrote, I have to raise his son.

I want 200,000 yen.

That's a big sum.

I checked how much his insurance was.

With the baby, I can't work for a while.

You have no children. You're free.

That's too much to ask.

She was his wife.

You knew he was married, yet you still made love with him.

It was sin. You owe her an apology.

You can't demand that she pay you any money.

If you refuse,

I'll have to go somewhere.

You mean to court?

Yes. I have a consultant.

Go ahead.

The judge will understand.

She has to pay his debts.

He was in debt because

he spent a lot on you.

No, he only gave me a little.

I had to take part-time jobs.

That's your business, not ours.

Kiyoko...

I don't want trouble.

I can't afford 200,000 yen,

but I'll give her some.

50,000 yen.

You don't have to be humble.

He was my husband.

It's his child.

It's not only his, it's hers also.

Please take it.

Thank you.

But will you give me at least 100,000 yen?

It's his son.

I'll try.

Please do.

Let's go.

Kiyoko!

Angry?

What's the use?

I want to visit Fudo Shrine.

Kiyoko...

The baby looked like him, even his fingers.

You don't say.

That woman will keep swindling you.

Maybe.

But I want to do anything for him.

A mistress has two or three patrons.

You can't tell whose child it is.

That's alright, Mother.

It's for my husband.

You should've spent the money on your shop.

Are you going to have a shop?

Kasuke has found me a cheap tea shop.

You should have spent the money on me.

I lost my house, so I tried to hang myself.

No complaints.

Let's drink.

That baker is a wretch.

He fired me.

That's nothing.

He stole my wife!

Nui was tempted.

- I'm back. - Welcome home.

I'll help you beat that damned baker!

We'll make him regret what he did!

For sure. Have some more.

You angry?

The baker called. He wants to see me.

Hello.

I thought you might be sick.

I'm sorry.

- You take care of Nui? - She helps me.

Come in.

Kiyoko, come see me.

Have a drink.

Don't be modest.

I fixed the garden at the hotel.

I'll build a Turkish bath, too.

You're prosperous.

I've got a job at a real estate company.

I'm amazed somebody wanted to employ me.

Congratulations.

Have a drink.

Bring beer.

Go ahead.

You stopped seeing me. I was worried.

You're very kind.

Come to the hotel for a drink.

With Nui?

Who needs a woman?

I have a favor to ask of you.

I want to peddle clothes in local towns.

But I need money first.

Will you lend me 200,000 yen?

The interest will be 4.5 percent.

I've loaned you many times before.

Not many, only three. You took collateral.

Yours is worthless.

How about my wife?

She's worth 200,000 yen.

Wait, wretch!

Kasuke!

Goodbye, Kiyoko.

What happened?

Who will pay for this?

Forget it. Drink.

Men are horrible.

Like beasts.

Please make yourself at home.

Your friend lived here before.

I considered her my daughter.

Thank you.

We can't always expect a good lodger.

The moment I saw you, I knew you were nice.

And the rent is low?

Nevermind the rent.

I've made noodles.

It's my husband's memorial day. Will you have some with me?

Have some.

Thank you.

My late husband liked my noodles.

They're handmade.

Long ones are good.

Delicious.

- You make dolls? - Yes, to kill time.

You're an artist.

No. Anybody can do it.

I'll teach you if you like.

I started it with my daughter.

She's married. I have two grandchildren

It's a gift for them. They're both girls.

How cute.

Hello.

- Thank you for the noodles. - Did you like them?

Yes, very much.

I'll cook something for you.

Please do.

Meet Miss Komori. She'll be living upstairs.

Miss Kunimune, our neighbor.

How do you do?

Goodbye. Please keep my key.

- Going with your brother? - Yes.

He's kind to you.

Not at all.

Tsubomi, let's go.

Brother.

Thank you.

Bye.

Nice people.

He wants her to be a pianist.

He takes part-time jobs, too.

He doesn't want her to do the wash.

Do you have any siblings?

I have some.

They're nothing to me.

I'll get tea.

You surprised me.

It's been a long time.

I worried so much I shortened my life.

You were absent from the office.

I almost asked the police.

It's no laughing matter! You disappeared!

Where were you?

I found me a room.

But why?

- Okay to eat? - Wash them first.

Mitsuko?

She's at her tea shop in Kanda.

She asked a fortune teller to find you.

Go to her.

I want my bedding.

You're leaving me?

I'll be sixty next year.

You won't die soon, Mother.

You can't tell.

You're surrounded by bums.

I hate them.

But they're our relatives.

How sour!

Who?

Ryuzo.

- Kiyoko. What happened? - Hello.

She rented a room. She's independent.

That's youth's privilege.

I'll be going.

- See you later. - Goodbye.

UMBRELLA REPAIRING!

Does he live here?

Nui lives with Mr. Goto.

I have to feed him.

He's trying to find investors.

But he only talks big.

I'll warn Nui.

She's in love with the baker.

She wanted you to marry him.

Did you agree, Mother?

What difference would it make? She wouldn't listen.

That's what happened.

I'll pack.

Send the mats later.

I'll help you.

- No, that's okay. - Come on.

Thank you.

Are you related to Mrs. Sugiyama?

No, my friend was her lodger.

Then you're...

A bus guide, like her.

It must be hard to remember all that information.

I make mistakes.

Like my piano.

You play?

Yes, my sister teaches me.

I'm not very good.

Thank you very much.

Hi.

Kiyoko.

Mother told me. I was worried.

She scolded me.

Troublemaker!

I even asked a fortune teller.

I had to leave home.

Mother said you have a lover.

The fortune teller said you aren't dead.

I bought some apples.

Beautiful!

I have peace here, for the very first time.

So green and fresh here.

I wish I could live here too.

You're complaining again.

You complain for fun.

Why complain? You have a shop.

I've got to live.

I'll buy a bookcase and a lot of books.

I'll go to night school.

You have dreams.

I envy youth.

What nonsense! You're young too.

I have no courage.

No self control.

Don't be so blue.

You're tired?

It's not easy to run a shop.

Come to my shop.

Thank you.

Goodbye.

Is she in?

The madame?

Ah, Kiyoko.

Hello

"Madame" huh?

How do I look?

You look like one.

Bring your friends

on the opening day.

Coffee, tea, milk...

I like coffee.

I'll make good coffee, sit and wait.

The paint is still wet.

A phonograph!

- Expensive? - I borrowed it.

It's a pleasant surprise.

You left home?

Mitsuko said you might have a lover.

He helps us a lot with the workers.

I'll treat you to a good meal.

I'll be going home now.

You're still proud.

You just got here, what's your hurry?

Did Natsume bring the goods?

Yes, he offered a five percent discount for paying cash

If we were paying cash, we'd order from a first rate dealer.

- Did you pay? - Yes.

I told you, didn't I?

You have to be shrewd, if you want to run this place.

Right?

Your eyes are cold when they look at me, Kiyoko.

That's your charm.

Sit down.

Eat something.

I miss you a lot sometimes.

Kiyoko...

No.

I'm not like my sisters.

You think I'm a bad man, but...

- I love you very much. - Let go!

If you marry me, I'll live decently.

I'm trying to avoid Nui.

Too bad.

Kiyoko. You're here.

I wanted to come with you.

I was in the area, so I dropped by.

It's beautiful.

To Tea Shop Ribbon.

You pay for it.

You could spend a fortune on hers. Better than mine.

Kiyoko! You left home?

Why? Don't disgrace your sisters!

I could never be worse than you.

What? Say that again!

Wait.

You two never meet peacefully.

So quick tempered!

Sister.

What's wrong?

You all make a fool of me.

Even you!

I want to bring you here.

Stand straight or you'll rot.

Your body and soul will rot.

Watch yourself.

Ah, thanks!

Not much rain.

I was careless.

- Where's your sister? - She went shopping.

Hello.

I was afraid that you wouldn't take in the laundry.

She did it for me.

Thank you.

It stopped.

Were you taking a nap?

No, he was playing the piano. He's good.

Congratulations. Your first compliment.

Please come in.

I'll cut a melon.

Be careful.

I'm a good cook.

Come in.

Are you from the mountains?

No. I'm from Tokyo.

Why do you ask?

Because you have beautiful eyes.

My sister said so.

What?

She was born in Tokyo.

I thought so. She hasn't got a funny accent.

I told you so.

You said, 'She has beautiful eyes.'"

"She's from a village in the mountains."

I've never been to a place like that.

Can I go with her?

We like mountains.

I'm her porter.

You look better that way.

Come in.

She's smarter than she looks.

She'll ask you to do many things.

We have no parents.

- We were left alone. He's the boss. - No, you are.

How about your parents?

I have a mother

and three siblings. But I prefer to be alone.

Why's that?

You have a guest, Kiyoko.

- Please excuse me. - Please come again.

Yes. Goodbye.

She's nice.

Ah, Mother.

Did Mitsuko come?

She's been gone for three days now.

She wanted to come to you.

Did she?

I made some rice cakes and went to see her.

But she was gone.

The baker invested in her shop.

The hotel and the tea shop

Mitsuko and Nui had a big fight.

Cut it out, mom.

Where did she go?

My children are selfish.

They don't think of me.

Will you eat with me?

Not without knowing where she is.

Leave her alone.

You're strong.

I can leave you here alone.

But she's weak.

She might kill herself.

- Let her, if she wants to. - Don't be silly!

She won't die.

She'll go to her husband's grave and apologize.

She got mixed up with the baker.

I can't believe it.

Aren't you hot in that outfit?

All my other kimonos are at the pawn shop.

Ryuzo likes to gamble.

He takes everything he can get from me.

Why are you so loyal to him? Love?

Love? Never!

My daughter disrespected him. I'm responsible.

You don't have to pay for what Nui did.

But...

Oh, no!

Don't you pity yourself?

Don't you want to be happy?

You can't be happy just waiting to be happy.

So what? You can at least try.

You live without hope.

That's why your children lose hope and decency.

I suffered a lot to raise my children alone.

You know.

I didn't ask you to.

I'm sorry I was born.

Mother... Why didn't you have your children by one man?

I've rarely passed a day without contempt.

All right.

If you blame me, I shouldn't have had you.

I shouldn't have slaved for you!

You shouldn't have had me.

You had us without love, like a cat.

I've never felt happiness.

I don't want to see you cry.

Pull yourself together.

I wished you happiness when you were born.

I wished it for all of you.

Who's to blame?

Who?

Please stop, mother.

Go home.

Don't cry here.

It's not my home.

I thought you were a good girl.

But you made me cry.

Are my eyes beautiful, mother?

Who knows?

I've got a bank book.

Guess how much?

4,500 yen.

I had 7,000, but I bought pans.

I'll buy you a kimono. A cheap one.

Not a cheap one.

Stay here tonight.

No, Mitsuko might be home.

I'll walk you back.

Going out?

Goodbye.

Please be nice to my daughter.

Dolls?

Mom.

What is it?

I thought it was a silver coin.

No silver coin now.

I know. I didn't expect it.

Oh, no!

By the way, the ruby ring...

I didn't believe it was genuine.

Why not?

Your father never lied.

THE END