1 00:00:34,743 --> 00:00:36,453 There is someone... 2 00:00:38,788 --> 00:00:41,207 that I want to meet first thing every morning. 3 00:00:48,757 --> 00:00:49,966 That person is... 4 00:00:57,474 --> 00:00:58,808 Are you all right? 5 00:01:00,101 --> 00:01:01,227 I'm okay. 6 00:01:01,311 --> 00:01:04,355 Sorry! I was practicing my elbow pass. 7 00:01:06,191 --> 00:01:07,358 Show me. 8 00:01:09,110 --> 00:01:10,612 It's turning red. 9 00:01:11,613 --> 00:01:12,781 Did it hurt? 10 00:01:14,741 --> 00:01:16,409 It's really okay! 11 00:01:16,493 --> 00:01:17,535 But... 12 00:01:18,078 --> 00:01:19,162 Wait. 13 00:01:20,830 --> 00:01:21,873 Here, take this. 14 00:01:25,085 --> 00:01:27,045 A treat from her pocket... 15 00:01:28,630 --> 00:01:29,923 Will you forgive me... 16 00:01:31,716 --> 00:01:32,884 in exchange? 17 00:01:35,178 --> 00:01:36,679 Of course! 18 00:01:37,972 --> 00:01:39,557 EIMEI PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL 19 00:01:39,641 --> 00:01:43,019 Eimei Private High School is an integrated junior and senior high school 20 00:01:43,102 --> 00:01:44,771 known as a sports powerhouse. 21 00:01:46,147 --> 00:01:48,399 After retiring from my junior high club activities, 22 00:01:49,108 --> 00:01:52,570 I now practice with the senior high badminton team. 23 00:01:54,030 --> 00:01:56,699 Mornings are for free practice, 24 00:01:57,367 --> 00:02:00,703 and I always want to be the first one in the morning. 25 00:02:01,788 --> 00:02:05,291 But Chinatsu Kano from the girls' basketball team always beats me to it. 26 00:02:07,460 --> 00:02:10,296 In the cool, still air of the school gym, 27 00:02:10,380 --> 00:02:12,715 she practices her shooting with intense focus. 28 00:02:14,425 --> 00:02:16,427 Chinatsu Senpai is someone... 29 00:02:17,470 --> 00:02:18,555 I like. 30 00:02:28,189 --> 00:02:31,442 BLUE BOX 31 00:03:47,977 --> 00:03:53,942 BLUE BOX 32 00:03:54,567 --> 00:03:58,696 EPISODE 1 CHINATSU SENPAI 33 00:04:20,593 --> 00:04:23,096 -If only I could marry her... -Not happening. 34 00:04:23,888 --> 00:04:25,098 Wow, harsh! 35 00:04:25,181 --> 00:04:27,517 What's all this talk about marriage? 36 00:04:27,600 --> 00:04:30,144 I mean, I'd get to see Chinatsu Senpai's face first thing 37 00:04:30,228 --> 00:04:31,896 when waking up in the morning! 38 00:04:31,980 --> 00:04:33,064 That would be awesome! 39 00:04:33,147 --> 00:04:34,274 Do you want coffee? 40 00:04:34,357 --> 00:04:36,734 You can't even go out with her in the first place. 41 00:04:38,736 --> 00:04:41,781 Chinatsu Senpai is the basketball team's next ace. 42 00:04:42,782 --> 00:04:44,534 She not only has talent 43 00:04:44,617 --> 00:04:47,036 but also personality and star quality. 44 00:04:47,120 --> 00:04:50,290 She's popular both inside and outside the school. 45 00:04:50,373 --> 00:04:55,169 On the other hand, you have yet to achieve much in badminton. 46 00:04:55,253 --> 00:04:57,088 And you're not even close to being popular. 47 00:04:57,839 --> 00:05:02,552 You're just a low-level underling who participates in high school practice. 48 00:05:04,512 --> 00:05:08,182 If we were to compare you to schools, Chinatsu Senpai would be a seeded school, 49 00:05:09,142 --> 00:05:11,769 and you'd be the school that gets knocked out in the first round. 50 00:05:11,853 --> 00:05:13,688 You're at completely different levels. 51 00:05:14,564 --> 00:05:16,941 Talking to her at practice is your only point of contact... 52 00:05:17,025 --> 00:05:18,443 I have a point of contact! 53 00:05:19,402 --> 00:05:23,197 My mom's an alum of our school's basketball team. 54 00:05:23,281 --> 00:05:25,950 Private schools are full of kids whose parents also went there. 55 00:05:26,743 --> 00:05:29,203 I get what you're saying, Kyo. 56 00:05:30,872 --> 00:05:33,958 But you can't win if you don't try. 57 00:05:34,751 --> 00:05:38,004 Besides, it's fun to play against a powerhouse school. 58 00:05:39,297 --> 00:05:42,967 At least aim to get to the second round. 59 00:05:43,843 --> 00:05:48,097 Get her to remember your name, or ask for her contact info. 60 00:05:48,806 --> 00:05:50,725 -I see. -What are you talking about? 61 00:05:52,560 --> 00:05:54,187 The heck are you doing? 62 00:05:54,270 --> 00:05:56,481 Salutations! 63 00:05:56,564 --> 00:05:58,274 Are you in elementary school? 64 00:05:58,357 --> 00:06:02,487 Wrong! This spring, I became a high schooler, just like you guys. 65 00:06:02,570 --> 00:06:07,200 I've also gained 7 cm since my elementary school days. 66 00:06:07,283 --> 00:06:09,660 You're still under 150 cm. 67 00:06:10,328 --> 00:06:11,496 Shut up! 68 00:06:11,579 --> 00:06:14,373 You're not even 170 cm! 69 00:06:14,457 --> 00:06:16,667 I'll get taller! 70 00:06:16,751 --> 00:06:18,503 They're both like elementary school kids. 71 00:06:22,090 --> 00:06:24,008 So? Something on your mind? 72 00:06:24,092 --> 00:06:26,177 Not really... 73 00:06:28,846 --> 00:06:30,890 Just asking for reference. 74 00:06:30,973 --> 00:06:35,269 What kind of things... make girls happy? 75 00:06:35,853 --> 00:06:38,397 What's this? Are we talking relationships? 76 00:06:39,107 --> 00:06:42,026 If so, leave it to me! 77 00:06:42,110 --> 00:06:44,779 First of all, don't be weak. 78 00:06:44,862 --> 00:06:48,783 You need to act like someone who is relaxed and reliable! 79 00:06:49,367 --> 00:06:52,036 And the most important thing is... 80 00:06:52,120 --> 00:06:53,329 {\an8}LIKE MARCE* NGUYEN 81 00:06:53,412 --> 00:06:55,289 {\an8}...physical beauty! 82 00:07:08,136 --> 00:07:10,304 {\an8}EIMEI PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL 83 00:07:12,890 --> 00:07:15,268 Asking Hina was a mistake. 84 00:07:15,351 --> 00:07:17,437 Her tastes are way too specific. 85 00:07:25,820 --> 00:07:27,655 Maybe the door's still locked. 86 00:07:37,748 --> 00:07:38,916 Right. 87 00:07:39,000 --> 00:07:40,209 It's now or never. 88 00:07:40,960 --> 00:07:42,753 This is my chance to talk to her! 89 00:07:47,300 --> 00:07:50,386 I should introduce myself... No, that might be too sudden. 90 00:07:50,470 --> 00:07:51,637 THIS AIN'T NO JOB INTERVIEW 91 00:07:52,180 --> 00:07:56,184 I should thank her for the treat... But I haven't eaten it yet. 92 00:07:56,267 --> 00:07:57,268 I OFFER MY THANKS 93 00:07:57,852 --> 00:07:58,811 Got it! 94 00:07:58,895 --> 00:08:00,646 I should ask what she's reading. 95 00:08:01,564 --> 00:08:03,357 RUNNING A STACK PLAY 96 00:08:10,490 --> 00:08:12,033 I'll just keep quiet... 97 00:08:15,745 --> 00:08:16,829 Hey! 98 00:08:17,455 --> 00:08:19,540 Use this if you like! 99 00:08:19,624 --> 00:08:20,958 It's just been washed! 100 00:08:23,336 --> 00:08:24,253 And... 101 00:08:25,046 --> 00:08:26,506 here's some hot tea. 102 00:08:26,589 --> 00:08:29,050 This thermos is great at keeping things warm. 103 00:08:29,133 --> 00:08:32,136 Here are some gloves, and a pocket heater! 104 00:08:32,220 --> 00:08:33,971 It gets warm if you shake... 105 00:08:38,935 --> 00:08:42,730 Shoot! I jumped the gun! 106 00:08:47,276 --> 00:08:49,153 What is it? 107 00:08:49,779 --> 00:08:52,573 I was curious what you'd hand me next. 108 00:08:58,037 --> 00:08:59,497 I'm kidding. 109 00:09:01,249 --> 00:09:02,875 Thanks for looking out for me. 110 00:09:03,417 --> 00:09:04,710 No worries. 111 00:09:04,794 --> 00:09:06,045 She laughed... 112 00:09:11,634 --> 00:09:15,429 I'm fine, so make sure you keep warm. 113 00:09:19,934 --> 00:09:21,185 Isn't this... 114 00:09:22,061 --> 00:09:26,190 kinda like a newlywed wife tying her husband's tie. 115 00:09:27,775 --> 00:09:29,402 -Sorry. -It's okay. 116 00:09:31,362 --> 00:09:33,573 I noticed this the other day too, 117 00:09:33,656 --> 00:09:36,993 but Chinatsu Senpai has a low body temperature. 118 00:09:38,119 --> 00:09:39,245 Finished. 119 00:09:40,121 --> 00:09:41,789 Sorry I'm late. 120 00:09:41,872 --> 00:09:42,707 It's okay. 121 00:09:43,416 --> 00:09:46,586 Don't catch a cold, Taiki Inomata. 122 00:09:47,795 --> 00:09:49,088 How do you know my name? 123 00:09:49,714 --> 00:09:51,716 Good question. I wonder why. 124 00:09:54,176 --> 00:09:55,970 Has she known all this time...? 125 00:09:56,053 --> 00:09:57,722 You have a great mom. 126 00:09:59,140 --> 00:10:00,266 Mom? 127 00:10:01,058 --> 00:10:01,892 TAIKI INOMATA 128 00:10:01,976 --> 00:10:03,060 So embarrassing! 129 00:10:03,144 --> 00:10:04,895 But she said my name... 130 00:10:07,565 --> 00:10:12,445 It's still so embarrassing! 131 00:10:26,334 --> 00:10:27,460 Break time! 132 00:10:28,419 --> 00:10:31,005 Taiki, get a damp cloth. 133 00:10:31,088 --> 00:10:32,048 Roger! 134 00:10:35,426 --> 00:10:38,471 In any case, she remembered my name. 135 00:10:39,221 --> 00:10:40,556 Taiki Inomata. 136 00:10:42,516 --> 00:10:46,479 Her saying my name was more destructive than I expected. 137 00:10:50,983 --> 00:10:54,278 Anyway, I made it to the second round. 138 00:10:54,820 --> 00:10:57,114 Now to the third round. 139 00:10:57,865 --> 00:11:00,409 Ask for her contact info! 140 00:11:07,708 --> 00:11:11,003 Chinatsu Senpai and the girls' basketball coach? 141 00:11:12,254 --> 00:11:13,089 What're you up to? 142 00:11:13,923 --> 00:11:15,132 Hina! 143 00:11:15,216 --> 00:11:16,759 Nothing! 144 00:11:20,596 --> 00:11:23,015 You mustn't aim too high. 145 00:11:23,140 --> 00:11:24,767 You're one to talk. 146 00:11:25,684 --> 00:11:29,897 I just thought they looked serious. 147 00:11:32,691 --> 00:11:36,779 I saw that girl walking with a boy the other day. 148 00:11:40,658 --> 00:11:41,951 Just kidding! 149 00:11:43,911 --> 00:11:46,539 The nerve of her! 150 00:12:04,181 --> 00:12:05,391 Catch you guys later. 151 00:12:05,474 --> 00:12:06,600 See ya! 152 00:12:09,645 --> 00:12:11,856 I forgot my towel at the gym. 153 00:12:13,023 --> 00:12:14,442 What? Forgot something? 154 00:12:14,525 --> 00:12:16,402 -Yeah, you can go... -I'm leaving. 155 00:12:20,906 --> 00:12:23,117 Good. It's still open. 156 00:12:32,501 --> 00:12:33,836 What the heck... 157 00:12:34,503 --> 00:12:35,629 Again... 158 00:12:37,131 --> 00:12:38,382 Taiki Inomata! 159 00:12:39,341 --> 00:12:41,093 She remembered my name! 160 00:12:42,303 --> 00:12:43,888 Were you still practicing? 161 00:12:44,889 --> 00:12:47,516 I wasn't satisfied with the way I played during practice. 162 00:12:48,309 --> 00:12:50,394 You shouldn't overwork yourself. 163 00:12:51,020 --> 00:12:52,438 You're probably right, 164 00:12:52,521 --> 00:12:56,150 but I just wanted to play for a little while longer. 165 00:12:57,985 --> 00:13:00,154 She must really love basketball. 166 00:13:03,532 --> 00:13:04,992 She caught me lookin... 167 00:13:06,535 --> 00:13:07,912 Let's play one-on-one! 168 00:13:08,537 --> 00:13:09,622 What? 169 00:13:22,551 --> 00:13:24,136 Should we take a break? 170 00:13:24,220 --> 00:13:26,305 I'm... sorry... 171 00:13:27,348 --> 00:13:28,807 That was pathetic. 172 00:13:29,725 --> 00:13:32,811 Must be all that badminton you play. You really move well. 173 00:13:33,604 --> 00:13:38,400 My mom was on the basketball team, and we'd play together sometimes. 174 00:13:38,484 --> 00:13:39,818 Me too. 175 00:13:40,486 --> 00:13:42,738 My mom was also on the basketball team, 176 00:13:42,821 --> 00:13:46,825 and we used to play together before I joined the youth basketball team. 177 00:13:47,451 --> 00:13:49,828 Something in common! It's fate! 178 00:13:50,579 --> 00:13:53,332 Have you ever thought about playing basketball? 179 00:13:54,625 --> 00:13:55,751 Pass... 180 00:13:56,544 --> 00:13:59,964 Turns out I'm not cut out for team sports. 181 00:14:00,047 --> 00:14:01,006 Sorry for asking. 182 00:14:01,882 --> 00:14:04,260 Besides, I like how it feels... 183 00:14:05,135 --> 00:14:07,763 Standing alone on the badminton court, 184 00:14:08,430 --> 00:14:11,392 with all the responsibility bearing down on me. 185 00:14:13,060 --> 00:14:17,064 Whether I win or lose, it's all on me. 186 00:14:17,147 --> 00:14:19,191 That rush of nerves is exhilarating. 187 00:14:20,401 --> 00:14:21,569 So, you're a masochist, then. 188 00:14:24,822 --> 00:14:26,156 But I get it. 189 00:14:26,866 --> 00:14:29,159 That's why you practice so hard. 190 00:14:32,162 --> 00:14:33,998 That's rich coming from you... 191 00:14:34,081 --> 00:14:35,791 I was complimenting you. 192 00:14:35,875 --> 00:14:37,293 I mean... 193 00:14:38,252 --> 00:14:39,587 Chinatsu Senpai, 194 00:14:39,670 --> 00:14:43,132 weren't you practicing the day after you retired from junior high? 195 00:14:43,632 --> 00:14:44,717 What? 196 00:14:45,426 --> 00:14:47,553 About a year and a half ago. 197 00:14:49,138 --> 00:14:51,056 {\an8}There were no club activities that day. 198 00:14:52,057 --> 00:14:56,061 But I used to live nearby and happened to come by the school 199 00:14:56,145 --> 00:14:57,897 to pack up my things. 200 00:14:58,606 --> 00:14:59,940 And there... 201 00:15:13,120 --> 00:15:17,333 After that, I heard you missed the nationals by just a hair. 202 00:15:18,709 --> 00:15:20,794 You must've been really disappointed. 203 00:15:21,629 --> 00:15:25,716 To think you must've worked so hard to be that disappointed... 204 00:15:27,009 --> 00:15:29,595 It made me want to work that hard as well. 205 00:15:31,931 --> 00:15:37,478 Thinking back, maybe it was then that I began to like you. 206 00:15:47,821 --> 00:15:48,989 I'd forgotten... 207 00:15:52,868 --> 00:15:56,372 Hey! You guys should head home soon! 208 00:15:56,455 --> 00:15:57,539 Okay! 209 00:15:58,248 --> 00:15:59,333 Let's tidy up. 210 00:16:00,209 --> 00:16:01,835 What the heck. 211 00:16:02,503 --> 00:16:04,630 For a moment, I thought she was crying. 212 00:16:18,978 --> 00:16:19,895 Thanks. 213 00:16:22,606 --> 00:16:23,482 No problem. 214 00:16:29,905 --> 00:16:32,032 Maybe it's because we just exercised... 215 00:16:34,326 --> 00:16:38,580 but Chinatsu Senpai's hand felt warmer than last time. 216 00:16:52,511 --> 00:16:54,930 It will be sunny across the country today. 217 00:16:55,764 --> 00:16:56,890 Morning! 218 00:16:56,974 --> 00:16:59,309 Good morning! Your lunch box is over there. 219 00:16:59,393 --> 00:17:00,436 Thanks. 220 00:17:01,270 --> 00:17:03,313 Aren't you wearing your sweatshirt today? 221 00:17:03,397 --> 00:17:04,732 No, it's too warm. 222 00:17:05,774 --> 00:17:07,818 After I went through all the effort to wash it. 223 00:17:07,901 --> 00:17:08,902 Sorry. 224 00:17:10,279 --> 00:17:12,448 GOING STRAIGHT FOR THE NET! 225 00:17:12,531 --> 00:17:13,991 {\an8}Chinatsu Senpai! 226 00:17:14,950 --> 00:17:16,326 {\an8}Do you know her? 227 00:17:16,994 --> 00:17:17,953 Not really! 228 00:17:18,871 --> 00:17:24,835 Actually... I used to be teammates with Chinatsu's mom. 229 00:17:24,918 --> 00:17:26,295 What? 230 00:17:26,378 --> 00:17:28,297 Why are you shouting? 231 00:17:28,922 --> 00:17:29,965 No reason... 232 00:17:30,799 --> 00:17:33,469 {\an8}That's a huge point of contact! 233 00:17:34,553 --> 00:17:37,056 We stayed in touch from time to time, 234 00:17:37,139 --> 00:17:41,477 but I never imagined her little girl would get this good. 235 00:17:41,560 --> 00:17:43,353 It's a pity though. 236 00:17:43,979 --> 00:17:45,981 They're transferring overseas... 237 00:17:53,072 --> 00:17:55,657 Apparently, they're moving in mid-March. 238 00:17:55,741 --> 00:17:57,493 How sad. 239 00:18:00,662 --> 00:18:01,789 Come to think of it... 240 00:18:05,459 --> 00:18:06,543 Taiki? 241 00:18:08,003 --> 00:18:10,798 Transferring? Overseas? 242 00:18:10,881 --> 00:18:12,257 What the... 243 00:18:12,341 --> 00:18:13,675 What the heck? 244 00:18:19,348 --> 00:18:21,934 Is she really okay with that? 245 00:18:23,477 --> 00:18:25,687 She's the first one at the gym every morning, 246 00:18:26,313 --> 00:18:27,856 practicing harder than anyone. 247 00:18:28,982 --> 00:18:32,611 All that disappointment she felt... 248 00:18:34,154 --> 00:18:35,614 her emotions, 249 00:18:35,697 --> 00:18:37,324 her effort, 250 00:18:37,407 --> 00:18:40,369 her goals, everything. 251 00:18:41,036 --> 00:18:43,122 She can't just leave that all behind! 252 00:18:59,972 --> 00:19:02,724 What's wrong, Taiki? 253 00:19:03,809 --> 00:19:04,977 Chinatsu Senpai! 254 00:19:05,727 --> 00:19:07,646 Please make it to the nationals! 255 00:19:09,982 --> 00:19:13,152 I learned it from you, Chinatsu Senpai. 256 00:19:13,902 --> 00:19:16,905 Working hard every day toward your goals 257 00:19:16,989 --> 00:19:20,701 and continuing to look forward even when you lose. 258 00:19:21,743 --> 00:19:24,663 So please... don't give up! 259 00:19:25,706 --> 00:19:30,669 Even for reasons beyond your control, like your parents transferring overseas. 260 00:19:30,752 --> 00:19:32,671 -Don't... -Sorry. 261 00:19:32,754 --> 00:19:35,174 I'm not going... abroad. 262 00:19:36,758 --> 00:19:37,801 What? 263 00:19:39,261 --> 00:19:41,054 Wait... I... 264 00:19:42,222 --> 00:19:45,142 To be precise, my family will be going, 265 00:19:45,267 --> 00:19:48,562 but I'll be staying with an acquaintance. 266 00:19:49,521 --> 00:19:51,148 No way... I... 267 00:19:52,316 --> 00:19:54,359 jumped the gun! 268 00:19:55,777 --> 00:19:57,362 Well, that's a relief then! 269 00:19:57,446 --> 00:19:59,364 I was really torn. 270 00:20:01,325 --> 00:20:03,952 It'll be lonely being away from my family. 271 00:20:05,078 --> 00:20:07,831 But I had a chance to remember the time 272 00:20:08,540 --> 00:20:11,919 I retired from the junior high team. 273 00:20:13,045 --> 00:20:15,964 How I wanted to make it to the nationals. 274 00:20:17,674 --> 00:20:19,343 How I didn't want to give up. 275 00:20:25,557 --> 00:20:27,100 It's all because of you. 276 00:20:27,809 --> 00:20:30,520 Thank you, Taiki Inomata. 277 00:20:36,109 --> 00:20:38,737 But... I didn't do anything... 278 00:20:41,490 --> 00:20:43,742 Let's play one-on-one again sometime! 279 00:20:47,996 --> 00:20:49,998 Let's play badminton as well. 280 00:20:50,082 --> 00:20:51,250 Okay. 281 00:21:06,890 --> 00:21:10,686 Wait, I said something really embarrassing, didn't I? 282 00:21:21,238 --> 00:21:23,532 I'm glad today's Sunday... 283 00:21:29,121 --> 00:21:32,040 For the first time in my life, I don't want to see... 284 00:21:34,042 --> 00:21:36,253 Chinatsu Senpai today... 285 00:21:39,798 --> 00:21:40,841 Good morning. 286 00:21:44,428 --> 00:21:47,973 What is Chinatsu Senpai doing in my house? 287 00:21:50,225 --> 00:21:52,561 You're up, Taiki. 288 00:21:52,644 --> 00:21:55,564 Remember? We talked about this. 289 00:21:55,647 --> 00:21:58,567 This is Chinatsu Kano. 290 00:21:59,651 --> 00:22:02,112 She'll be living with us starting this spring. 291 00:22:02,946 --> 00:22:04,072 Please look after her. 292 00:22:04,156 --> 00:22:05,866 Thanks for helping out. 293 00:22:05,949 --> 00:22:07,951 -Thanks for having me. -Come on, we were teammates. 294 00:22:12,247 --> 00:22:16,793 What the heck? 295 00:23:42,921 --> 00:23:47,926 Subtitle translation by: Bakul Binjola