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Cinderella and her mother were trapped by the king's vengeance

and her sister-in-law's mean trickery.

If they build a big shopping centre like that there...

It'll be the end for a small shopping street like ours.

They're all irreplaceable shops.

Isn't that why they're so desperate to protect their shops?

By building a hot spring establishment there,

we can revitalise that area as a whole.

Trust me. I will protect this place.

Luckily, the wisdom and perseverance of the commoners

allowed her to overcome this adversity.

Our company caused you all a lot of stress and hardship....

- I'm sorry! - It's fine Kenta!

- That's right! - Let's look forward to the hot springs project!

- Okay. - Things are about to get busier around here!

I'll need to create a new menu!

- Nice idea! Hm, what would be good?

- Please eat! - Thanks Kenta.

Sato.

Do you mind if I post a photo from today on Instagram?

Not at all. Wow, look at your feed!

Whoa, is that Paris?

Oh, right. You lived in France, didn't you?

- Yeah. - So cool. I'm jealous!

- It's nothing... - Sato, come here for a second.

Here's your offal stew.

- Here it comes! - I've been waiting for this!

What would you like to drink at the hot springs?

- Coffee-flavoured milk. - I knew it!

Sato, Kenta

neither of you ate very much today!

I'll make some rice balls for you to take home.

Thanks!

Ew...

What's wrong?

Sato.

Could it be....

- You did it, Kenta. - Congratulations on your pregnancy, Sato.

I can't believe it! My first grandchild!

- Thank you so much. - I'm so happy for you.

Thanks.

Unacceptable! Wearing those clothes

is not good for your health.

Oh... um...

Um...

These are the Miyama family birth specialists.

- My name is Matsuko. - I'm Takeyama.

- I'm Umekawa. - At this time,

we wish to sincerely congratulate you.

TN: Their names include the characters Shochikubai (松竹梅), meaning pine, bamboo, and plum. This compound word is often used to describe lucky things.

Shochikubai... how magnificent.

During your pregnancy, please leave

all your housework and personal care to us.

Thank you very much.

Well then, we have some preparations to make.

Excuse us.

Is this for real?

I really don't have to do housework anymore?

Who left this here?!

What will you do if Lady Sato trips over it?

Ah...

What are you doing here?

Never show your face in front of me again!

Well, um, Akito asked me to tell you something.

He was wondering if he could have some time off work to clear his head.

You tell Akito this.

I really don't care if he ever comes back to work.

Well, I guess we're done here.

The air in this house is polluted

by the presence of a lowlife such as you.

How can you say that...

Mihoko has worked so hard

to acquire her sophistication and manners.

Don't you understand how difficult that is?

I do, because-

That's enough.

Wait, Mihoko!

What do you understand about me?

I don't want to be associated with you.

You pesky bamboo shoot!

One sprout! Two sprouts! Three sprouts!

Growing and growing and growing.

Freaking bamboo shoots everywhere!

They're multiplying and taking over this house! It's horrifying!

Should I turn you and your annoying little bamboo shoots into pickeled bamboo? Huh?

Don't think being pregnant makes you safer here.

This is where Hell really begins.

Involvement in Family Affairs

Wow, this is amazing.

I can't believe we're going to have a baby.

I'm starting to feel like I could do anything

if it was for you and the baby.

- Kenta... - Sato.

From now on, the three of us will be happier than ever.

Yeah.

Let me listen to your stomach.

- You won't hear anything! - I might be able to!

Unacceptable! You must not put any unnecessary strain

on your precious body before the stable period.

I'm sorry.

Additionally, kissing is absolutely off limits.

If you want to lie on my lap, please feel free to do so.

- Here. - No, actually...

- Go ahead. - Wait, no!

- You don't need to go that far. - I'm not doing this for you!

I'm doing this for your child.

The child you are carrying in your belly is a child of the Miyama family.

- Now. - Yes, ma'am.

Here are the Miyama family birthing notes.

I'm sure Sato will soon come to understand

what it means to bring a baby into the Miyama family...

Until she's absolutely sick and tired of it.

A new baby is so exciting, isn't it?

So, when do we find out the gender?

Pregnancy in this family

has a different meaning from that of common people.

How are you feeling?

I'm fine, just a bit of morning sickness.

Don't push yourself too hard.

I say that, and yet I bet you're already getting really excited.

I totally am!

Hey, speaking of, let's look at baby stuff together sometime...

U N A C C E P T A B L E

I mean, I want to but it's complicated...

Why? I'll go with you anytime.

Thanks.

You know I would do anything for you. It's okay to rely on me.

- Talk to you later? - Yeah, talk soon.

-Um... - It's unacceptable.

Please refrain from going out unnecessarily.

It's shopping for the baby. It's not unnecessary.

We have already prepared everything you need.

Look.

Come take a look.

Lady Sato, there is absolutely no need

for you to go to any trouble yourself.

Please concentrate only on giving birth to your child.

The excavation permit has been approved!

Wow! Great!

- Please arrange for the upcoming inspection. - Yes sir.

- Looking forward to it. - Likewise.

Here is the itinerary.

I've already arranged your trains and hotels.

Wow, it's so detailed!

As always, your work is perfect. Thanks.

You're exaggerating!

I want to go visit these hot springs!

- Which one? - This one.

You do know this is a work trip, right?

There you go!

Ugh, this is so suffocating.

I'm honestly tempted to just start running around and screaming.

Running is unacceptable!

Don't you start!

I get where they're coming from, and I really am grateful for everything.

But I was honestly really looking forward

to doing all the baby stuff myself.

Man... I feel like I've been robbed of that experience.

You're right. Why don't we go and pick out some baby things ourselves?

Really? Can we?

Let's do that and prepare to become parents

the best we can, together.

Yeah.

Akito, are you okay?

From Mom: Akito, are you okay? Everyone's worried. Please call me. Mihoko types: Just leave me alone.

Where the hell is he?

They even beat us to pregnancy...

What should we do!?

[Breaking] Tachibana Takashi joins House of Representatives as Minister of the Environment.

Tachibana?

It seems she has come up with yet another plan!

Well, she's nothing if not stubborn!

Dr. Tachibana has joined the House of Representatives?

I see. Thanks.

The time has come.

Even the Master's high pitched laugher

spells trouble. And...

Congratulations on your appointment as Minister, Papa.

Thank you. Oh Izumi, my adorable daughter!

My daughter has to be perfect.

Right?

It seems that beneath the surface,

a tricky situation is unfolding in another magnificent family...

Specialty Suite

This is the specialty suite.

Specialty suite?

Holy shit! It's like a hotel!

Ah, this brings me back.

I had my children here too.

Wow, did you really?

Yes, the women of the Miyama family have given birth in this room for generations.

And of course, so will you.

What? Me?

Yes. I hope you have a healthy baby here.

Maternity Passbook of Miyama Kenta & Sato

Sorry for the sudden invitation.

How is your secretarial work?

It's a great learning experience for me.

- What did you want to talk about? - Hey Izumi.

I think it's not too late if you're up for it.

Huh?

Don't you want to be Kenta's wife?

What are you saying? If that's what you wanted to talk about...

Well, I don't think it's such a crazy idea.

I mean, you were engaged once upon a time.

Kenta is already married to Sato.

Yes, and with a baby on the way, much to my chagrin.

Baby?

Sato's pregnant. With Kenta's baby.

Izumi, you know what it means to have a child in that house.

But I think you still have time.

I'll help you.

But only if you promise to let Akito and I become the heirs.

It would be a good thing for both our families.

Your father would be delighted.

Enough!

Don't...

Don't propose such a dreadful thing so lightly.

You've got a lot of nerve kid.

- Please review this. - Thanks.

Excuse me.

Um, the entire team just received this email...

From: Tachibana Izumi Mr. Kenta, here are the minutes from the board meeting.

I'm so sorry! I meant to send it to you.

But I made a mistake in the address...

Sorry. Could you delete this?

Please let the rest of the team know.

Of course, right away.

I am so incredibly sorry!

It's okay! Just be careful next time.

- So don't wo- - I'm a horrible secretary!

How could I make such an awful mistake...

even though I need to be perfect!

What should I do?

The breeze feels nice.

You're a really hard worker, aren't you?

- Huh? - You were an honour student.

And I've never seen you fail at anything.

I seriously respect that.

I bet that in order to stay so perfect,

you're fighting like hell, aren't you?

Kenta...

But isn't it a little exhausting to be like that all the time?

I guess...

I came back to Japan after being dumped by my boyfriend in France.

He told me I was exhausting to be with.

I guess that being with such a type-A perfectionist,

would make anyone feel exhausted.

That's why...

it's okay to make mistakes once in a while, right?

Relax your shoulders a little.

If you fail, you can always start over again.

Kenta...

I mean, I probably make the most mistakes!

Sorry.

Wow!

Excuse me.

You have a visitor.

- Oh. - Pardon me.

Sorry for the sudden intrusion.

I think Kenta will be home soon.

Of course I know that.

Oh right, you're his secretary.

You know his schedule.

Sato, do you know that Kenta is going on a business trip tomorrow?

Oh, um, yes.

Is he all packed for the business trip then?

Not yet. Kenta said we'd do it together when he gets back.

Poor Kenta.

- Izumi? - I sure am glad I brought this!

- Huh? - Kenta

is a leader that all of us rely on.

The pressure of responsibility is getting heavier and heavier.

That's why he needs perfect support to reduce the unnecessary burden.

No, but that's-

Sorry.

I'm sure someone like you couldn't understand.

I understand. I do.

I appreciate your concern.

But you didn't need to do all this.

We support each other in our own way.

Izumi packed me a suitcase? Yeah.

- Isn't that a bit much? - Yeah.

I mean, it's underwear! Underwear!

- Huh? Underwear? - No, I mean, how should I put this...

Ugh, there's no way I can explain the weird vibes she was giving me.

- I wonder if she's still stressed out. - Why?

She made a mistake at work.

She must be desperate to make up for that.

No, I don't think that's it...

By the way, is Izumi going on the trip too?

- No, she isn't. - I see. Got it.

Hey hey hey.

If anything happens call me right away.

I'll call you too.

I should be free in the evenings.

- Rodger that! - Great.

Papa is a worrywart~

Papa?

Aren't you?

I am!!!

In the midst of their happiness, these two seem to have become blind

to the evil that is buzzing all around them.

It was wonderful to speak with you.

Let's move forward in that direction.

Certainly.

Well then, cheers to the future of our families.

Sato and Kenta don't have any idea

that there are powerful forces at work below the surface.

Now, let's prepare the sea bream.

Noooooo! The dead fish is looking at me...

Wow, you're right. Its eyes even look like yours.

Wow! Rude Sato!

I'm just kidding!

It's not looking at you. Please continue.

Hey, Arisa.

Why are you suddenly interested in cooking?

Well I mean, I am getting married soon.

If I have children, I want to raise them on my own home cooking.

Huh, I never would have guessed.

I want to have a close relationship with my children, just like you and your mother.

Arisa...

Okay... enough about your dreams. Time to remove the scales.

I must be a genius! It tastes like a three-star restaurant.

Probably because in the end, the teacher did most of the work for you...

There's no mistaking it!

This tastes just like the famous Ange de Bonheur restaurant in Paris.

Oh my, I used to be a sous chef at Ange de Bonheur.

- Did you really? - Yes!

Well, you have a discerning palate.

Oh, do you know Izumi then?

Tachibana Izumi. She's the one who introduced me to that restaurant.

Tachibana Izumi? Well, kind of...

Are you saying that you didn't get along?

Well, we were acquainted for a while but

- she was kind of... - Kind of?

I heard a rumour that she was having problems with her boyfriend.

Jealousy...oh, and obsession...

She's pretty crazy when it comes to love.

- Crazy!? - Yes.

- Hot! - It's not that hot!

There are so many types of hot springs here.

There is quite a variation in the temperature of the water.

- Director, are you okay? - Don't worry, I'm fine.

Maybe it's heat exhaustion?

You've been in and out of hot springs all day long.

- It's hot! - You should really get out.

- It's hot. - Excuse me!

What! Whoa!!

- Tachibana? - You're kidding...

Don't mind me. I ended up coming along!

I finished my work at the head office earlier than I had planned.

I was hoping I could be of some help here.

Oh, is that so?

Well, um, I'll head back first.

Me too... um, bye.

- I should go... - Am I bothering you?

I thought a woman's point of view might be helpful for the project.

I guess... so...

I'm glad... you came.

Hooray!

Mixed bathing is nice, isn't it?

I hear it's is quite popular with young people these days!

Popular with friend groups and even... couples!

I guess Papa is still working...

To Kenta Hey, have you finished work yet?

I'm so excited.

- Director, are you okay? - You stayed in the hot springs

- way too long! - Here, water.

Thanks. I'll be fine, just need a little rest.

Please call us if anything happens.

Okay.

Tachibana, let's go.

Okay.

He hasn't read it yet.

Wait...

She's pretty crazy when it comes to love.

Don't tell me...

What? Hot springs?

Refreshed from the hot springs Cheers to a perfect night.

What!?

That's the same as Kenta's suitcase.

Izumi?

Why? What's going on?

No, you have to lie down.

What's wrong? Why are you doing this...

Kenta, I...

INCOMING CALL: SATO

Sorry, I need to answer. It's from Sato.

Don't pick up.

Look only at me.

Izumi...

What's wrong with you?

Hey, hey... calm down.

This isn't you!

You're the one who taught me that even if I fail,

- I can always start over. - What?

I love you.

I'm in love with you.

Let's start over Kenta.

- Kenta!? - Oh dear.

Is he still not home yet?

Oh, mom...

Yeah, he's on a business trip right now.

Sato, is everything okay?

Yeah... everything's good.

Actually, I'm not sure...

Sorry, I gotta go.

Izumi, I...

Sorry for springing this on you while you're sick.

You should rest tonight.

See you.

I'm home.

Welcome back.

I'm sorry we got our wires crossed yesterday but-

- Kenta? - Nothing happened.

- Huh? - Huh?

No, I um...

- Did something happen yesterday? - What? No...

- It's written all over your face! - What?

You are a terrible liar.

Ki... ki...

Kiss?!

And a confession?

I'm so sorry!

She'd do that to someone's husband?

Unbelievable!

IZUMI: Kenta, you've worked hard today

IZUMI: What are you up to? IZUMI: I got reminded of yesterday.

IZUMI: Can't believe I kissed you/// IZUMI: But since you didn't refuse IZUMI: I guess that means we feel the same way IZUMI: I wanna see you lol

What the hell is this?

INCOMING CALL: IZUMI

Hello Kenta? I didn't hear from you so I was starting to get worried.

Izumi.

- It's Sato. - Wait, Sato...

- Sato? - I saw your texts.

Can you please give it a rest?

Kenta is my husband.

Checking your husband's phone is totally insane.

You...

Which one of us is the insane one?

Put Kenta on the phone.

I called to talk to him, not you.

- Didn't you hear anything I just- - Sato. Sato.

Tachibana, it's me.

- Kenta? - Sato already said it,

but can you please stop whatever it is you're trying to do?

I understand.

You're really still hung up on me, aren't you?

I'm sorry. I should have clearly said no.

You and I are ancient history.

I have Sato now. Please respect that.

- Kenta... - I'm sorry, Sato.

I'm sorry you had to say those things.

You're my precious husband.

Sato...

What?

Please be careful of the step.

Please be careful. There is another step.

Ms. Matsuko, she's fine.

Slowly... slowly... slowly... please walk slowly.

Good morning!

Oh, you're up.

Good morning.

- What... - Izumi?!

What are you doing here?

Preparing everyone's breakfast.

That is...

the mistress of the house's job.

It isn't something outsiders can do.

Sato. I said it was alright.

After all, Izumi is like family to us.

What's that supposed to mean?

I've made your breakfast too, Kenta.

Listen, Izumi...

What are you plotting? Kenta is my husband.

Thanks for taking care of things up until now, Sato.

I'm sure it was a heavy burden to carry in my place.

You don't need to worry anymore.

Kenta, go ahead.

What's her problem? I can't get through to her.

Sato? Sato!

- Are you okay? - Sato, what's wrong?

Lady Sato, this way.

-Are you okay? - Please take a look.

Breathe in slowly... now breath out.

Breathe in.

Breathe out.

Oh dear!

Did my father put you up to this?

Your father is counting on me too.

I'm only doing what I think will make everyone happy.

Happy?

You're just making Sato suffer.

I love Sato. I will never break up with her.

You doing this isn't making anyone happy.

Please think carefully about what will actually make everyone happy.

I understand.

Wow, you look terrible!

Even though you acted all noble other day! How hilarious!

I feel sorry for you, so I'll forgive your rudeness from our last meeting

and lend you a hand.

Ew, how unsightly.

- You lost a nail. - What?

I don't need your help.

I will propose the perfect plan to Kenta.

You just stay out of it, and keep eavesdropping like you do.

She's nuts!

Unacceptable! You can't get upset over something so trivial.

Trivial?

Listen, it is precisely because

both Lady Yasuko and Lady Kumi endured many hardships

and became mistresses of the house

that they were able to be with their children.

- What do you mean? - If they were to leave

their husbands and leave this house,

they would also have to leave their children behind.

Leave their children? You're kidding.

It is only natural. They are the children of the Miyama family.

That baby does not belong to you either.

Yes, I see that she finally understands

the meaning of having a child in this house.

Feeling better?

That's good.

Sorry.

Izumi said that she understands.

I will never let her make you feel sad again.

Sato?

This is our baby, right?

That's right.

It's me and my beloved Sato's baby.

Let's protect this baby

together, okay?

Of course.

Wait... it's against the rules.

Seriously!?

Just a little longer...

Patience, patience, patience...

Patience, patience, patience...

- Oh look, Ms. Matsuko! - Can you stop that?

- Kidding! - I mean it!

First Time Parents Class

This is the place.

- Hello. - Hello.

Mom, your name goes here. Dad, please write your name there.

Mom!

- Shouldn't you answer it? - No need. I'm on vacation.

But it hasn't stopped ringing. What if it's an emergency?

- Sorry, I'll be right back. - Sure.

- Patience, patience, patience. - Okay!

Canceled! Really?

- Why? - We don't know.

Seriously?

INCOMING CALL: IZUMI

No way...

Sorry, I need to call you back.

Izumi. Do you have anything to do with the hot spring drilling permit being revoked?

My father wants to meet with you right away to discuss it.

Right away?

No way. I can't come today.

Are you sure? Don't you care about what happens to Sato's mother?

- He's kicking so hard today! - Really? That's so exciting.

- Sato. - Ah, finally!

- It's about to start. - I'm sorry.

I absolutely have to hurry and go see Dr. Tachibana.

Dr. Tachibana... Izumi's father?

Yeah, but it's not what you think.

- The hot spring project is in trouble. - Really?

It's okay. I'll talk to him right away.

Okay fine. I'll be waiting for you.

Sorry!

- Dr. Tachibana. - Kenta!

-You came Kenta! - What did you want to talk about?

Look at you!

Just perfect.

How about a round?

- You're good at that! - Thanks!

What's going on with the drilling permit?

How can a permit be revoked once it's been granted?

Can you please do something about it?

Kenta.

Please marry Izumi.

What?

For anyone interested, we have pregnancy simulation suits.

Please try it. Ah, yes please try it out.

It's quite heavy, isn't it?

UNACCEPTABLE!

You can't just come to a place like this! What are you doing?

But...

You still don't get it!

You are carrying is a child of the Miyama family.

No...

You're wrong!

This child is mine and Kenta's!

Lady Sato? Quick, call the hospital.

Lady Sato, hold on!

What do you mean... marry Izumi?

That's my condition for granting the drilling permit.

It's Izumi's wish.

What kind of fucked up...

I have a wife and child.

Oh, I know.

Creating a hot spring project to protect your wife's hometown is wonderful.

What a loving husband.

You're definitely the husband that Izumi deserves.

If only you would marry Izumi, her life would be perfect!

- Right, Izumi? - Yes.

If you become my son,

I'll give you subsidies, endorsement from the Ministry of the Environment,

and anything else you want. I will cooperate fully.

But if you say no,

then the hot springs project will be...

No, who knows what else will happen.

- Okay? - That's...

There's nothing to agonise over!

You'll marry Izumi, won't you?

I decline.

- What? - I'll figure out

-the hot spring project on my own. - What did you say?

My wife is waiting for me. Goodbye.

Hey, wait! Wait!

Izumi!

Kenta, wait! Don't go!

Kenta!

I can't believe it.

I never thought you were the kind of person who would do something like this.

- I'm disappointed in you. - Why?

This is the best way to make everyone happy, right?

If we get married, there will be so many benefits

for both our families!

Sato's mother's restaurant will be safe

as long as the hot spring project happens, right?

Everything will fall into place.

It will all be perfect!

Do you even hear yourself right now?

The baby is safe.

The doctor said it was probably due to mental stress.

Kenta?

Father...

Kenta won't be coming.

He's with Izumi.

What?

They are getting married.

What?

You're in the way.

It's time for you to leave the Miyama family.

What are you talking about?

No. I won't go!

You can take the child with you.

I'll give you a special deal.

- What? - If it were a boy, it would be a shame,

but well, we can have Izumi give birth to a new heir.

- That's... - It's really not a bad idea.

There's no comparison between you and Izumi in terms of family background and education.

If she really wants him, you don't stand a chance.

Kenta must have learned his lesson,

even though he took somewhat of a detour.

With all due respect, let me tell you one thing.

- I will- - Don't treat my daughter

- like some kind of idiot! - Mom...

This girl is my pride and joy.

I can't sit by and let you treat her like a burden

or an obstacle compared to other women.

And to treat her baby as if it belongs to you...

How can you call yourself upper class?

You are the one who needs to leave this place, immediately!

Oh, mother dearest.

You see.

We're talking about a family with 400 years of history.

It's none of your business, and you can't possibly understand it.

It's best if outsiders keep their mouths shut.

Excuse me.

Mom...

Sato...

It's okay.

It's going to be okay.

- Sato. - Kenta...

- Are you okay? - Kenta.

Please...

break up with Sato.

Mom? What are you saying?

As a mother, I can't stand

to see my precious daughter hurt and insulted any more.

Mom...

Please.

Please put an end to this now.

Who would have thought that this woman

would stand between Cinderella and her prince?

How can it be

that the parting of two people in love

will bring happiness to everyone?