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Ever since my mom passed away, living abroad has been

nothing but anxiety for someone like me with scopophobia.

There were so many days when I couldn’t even laugh.

But then,

two years, three months, and 11 days ago…

Whoa!

Um, who are you? Huh?

"Oh, maybe this is how I could go to where my mom is."

The moment I thought that…

That's dangerous. Be careful.

TAKADA

Hello?

…I met the person who saved my life.

Thanks to him, I started kendo,

and getting active helped lift my gloomy mood.

So, Darth Vader,

was your mother the only one you could look in the eye while talking?

Yes, just my mom.

Wait!

One more person, just recently.

Oh, wonderful.

If there's one more person in the world, maybe there are others too.

But I wonder why you were able to look that person in the eye.

Maybe

my instincts warned me he was a dangerous person.

I see.

But it's a shame.

It would've been nice if he were your dream guy.

Nope. Definitely not my type.

For the record, she wasn't my type at all.

You slammed into her hard enough to get injured,

but you had no symptoms?

No.

Nothing at all.

That's never happened before.

Hmm.

Maybe I'll call it the "Miracle Touch."

What?

I mean, it's a miracle you were fine with that person.

"Miracle" is pushing it.

More like a coincidence.

It was probably just a one-time thing.

But what a shame.

It would've been nice if she were your type.

"Miracle Touch," huh?

Excuse me, when will Rainbow Palette be on sale again?

I'm terribly sorry.

Due to certain circumstances, sales are suspended for the time being.

Why can't you bring it back?

I knew it.

Oh.

Is it because of the new management?

No, um…

Will it ever come back?

-Please tell me. -I'm so sorry.

-Just tell me that. -Excuse me.

I'm so sorry. Are you okay?

-Sorry. -We apologize.

-Sorry. -It's all right.

-I'm sorry. -It's okay.

-I'm so sorry. -We're terribly sorry.

I'm terribly sorry.

It's fine, really. Don't worry about it.

It's not fine at all.

How many is that now?

We make these for people to eat, you know.

Are you listening?

We pour all our hearts into making these chocolates!

We want lots of people to enjoy them.

So stop wasting them.

TRUFFLES YUZU

"If possible, may I continue delivering Pure Kenji chocolate

without meeting in person?"

"It pains me to see Rainbow Palette pulled from sale."

"From the Anonymous Chocolatier."

They won't budge, huh?

How will you respond?

"We can't sell something without knowing

who made it."

This is ridiculous!

Don't contact me again until Mama comes back!

Sir, please calm down.

We just met today. Who do you think you are?!

You fired her because she was a problem for Futago Confectionery, didn't you?

-We just reopened. -I'm sick of all this "we" talk!

-Just today's delivery. -Enough!

I knew this would happen.

Losing Mama is a huge blow for us.

He's furious the floor manager quit.

He said he's done doing business with us.

Seems like he's got the wrong idea.

-Call him again. -Okay.

Kumayuzu…

"A revolutionary in-house product,

born from the Golden Fruit hot spring inn."

He's blocked our number.

That's something else.

Come in.

You wanted to see me?

Um, about Kumayuzu…

They're an important supplier, right?

Yes.

Chef Kenji chose President Kuma's yuzu jam from countless suppliers.

Its level of sweetness pairs perfectly with our chocolate.

Hmm.

How's our stock?

Since we didn't receive any today, we only have enough for a few more days.

Thank you.

Excuse me.

This is delicious.

How do you make them?

The secret to our Truffles Yuzu

is in the yuzu jam production.

During the jam-making process,

the yuzu's distinctive bitterness is mellowed with rock salt.

That perfect balance brings out the chocolate's sweetness.

-They're good, aren't they? -Absolutely!

Enjoy.

Ms. Lee Hana.

When did you learn that explanation?

Oh.

It's one of my favorite chocolates.

Is that so?

I'll leave the rest of today's schedule to you.

-Attend in my place. -Huh?

Let's go to Kumayuzu together.

Me? But why?

-Manager. -Yes?

Is it all right if she steps out?

Uh, yes. No problem at all.

Thank you.

Come on.

Get ready, quickly.

Huh? Okay.

If someone's upset because of you, you have to talk to them in person.

He's a heart-over-logic kind of guy.

And since his wife's Korean,

I figured having another Korean there might help our chances.

But I can't drive, you know.

As you can see, neither can I.

Hurry!

Why do I have to go?

There you are, James Dean.

What? I meant you look cool.

No, actually, you almost made me blush.

Sorry for suddenly calling you.

No problem.

Oh, she's one of our staff.

She's Korean and works at our shop.

Oh, really?

Hi, I'm Hiro.

Annyeonghaseyo?

Wow.

A-Annyeonghaseyo.

Oh, nice to meet you.

I'm Lee Hana.

He was my classmate in high school. I asked him to drive us.

So you're friends.

He's smart, plays piano, and is good at everything.

We were in the kendo club too.

Oh, so you've been doing kendo since high school.

-Yeah. -Wow!

Wait, why are we going to a hot spring?

Oh, we've got a bit of a problem at Le Sauveur.

I'll explain on the way.

I see. Got it.

By the way, your Japanese is really good.

No, I've still got a lot to learn.

I've been in Japan for a while…

What a rude guy.

Okay.

What did you just say?

I said we should get going.

Thank you for driving.

You were just saying, "Why do I have to go?"

Classic Hiro Effect.

Why are women always only nice to you?

Okay, let's go.

Thanks.

All right.

Excuse me.

Sorry to interrupt.

Oh!

If you'd like.

Thank you.

I bought a bunch of stuff.

-Hang on. -Oh, thank you.

Here.

Th-This is fine.

-And this one's-- -Thank you.

Do you like music, Hana?

I do.

Do you have

a favorite genre or anything?

Hmm.

I like jazz.

Oh?

Actually, I own a jazz bar near Le Sauveur.

Oh, wow! You do?

People from Le Sauveur drop by all the time.

You should come by if you get the chance.

I'd love to go to Bar Brush.

We do live performances too.

Wait.

Did I tell you the name of the bar?

Let's hurry. We're short on time.

Oh, sorry.

Let's get in.

Right!

KUMAYUZU HOT SPRINGS GOLDEN FRUIT 1.8 KM AHEAD

In Kumayuzu's yuzu jam,

the yuzu's distinctive bitterness is mellowed with rock salt.

That perfect balance

brings out the chocolate's sweetness.

It's key to Le Sauveur's Truffles Yuzu.

-How was that? -Yeah, I think it sounds good.

I'm so smart, after all.

So annoying.

What does that Korean mean?

Was it an insult?

No, not at all!

You've got sharp ears.

If everything goes well, I have a favor to ask.

Yes?

Please shake hands with him for me.

My hand's like this, so I can't.

But you still have the other hand.

Whose fault was it that I got hurt?

Huh?

It's a bit complicated.

Could you help him out?

Yes.

Of course.

Seriously?

I'm pretty sure it's around here.

Oh?

Hmm?

Is it the tire?

Ugh. Damn it!

Yeah, it's the tire.

Damn!

Hey, do you have a spare?

Check the trunk.

Do you need any help?

No, I've got it.

Ms. Lee Hana!

Sorry, can you give me a hand?

What?

Sorry, could you tie this for me?

Thanks.

Is it under the tools?

Huh? Hang on.

This one too, please.

-It won't open. -Huh?

Well, if it isn't Cinderella!

I'm coming.

-Okay, good. -Oh, that bear logo!

Let's hurry.

I've got this. You two go on ahead.

Appreciate it.

Ms. Lee Hana, hold out your hands.

My hands?

Grab my bag and follow me.

Come on, let's go!

Ugh, this is the worst!

Carry your own bag!

Oh, my bag!

Hurry!

Whoa!

That scared me!

H-Hey! No, no, no!

Sorry.

Hana.

Here.

No, it's no good!

Are you okay?

-Your bag. -Oh, right.

Are you hurt?

No, I'm okay. Thank you.

I'm glad you're okay.

-How did this happen? -Let's go!

Huh?

-Ms. Lee Hana! -Y-Yes!

Thank you so much!

Take care of the car!

Hello.

I'm here to see President Kuma.

I'm from Le Sauveur, one of your partners.

Oh? Didn't you see him at the shop?

Well…

Um…

You're from Korea, right?

Oh, yes.

That's right.

Oh.

So, you're Korean.

Oh my. How nice! You speak Korean?

I'm Korean.

You are? What a pleasure to meet you.

What brings you here to see my husband?

Oh.

Our shop is in urgent need of your yuzu jam.

Could we speak with the president?

Oh, I see. Just a moment, please.

My husband's always running around, east and west.

Oh, hello?

We have guests here from one of our business partners.

Okay.

I understand. Drive safe, okay?

I'm sorry.

He might be a little late.

He asked if you could wait.

Is that all right?

Yes, of course.

We're happy to wait until he gets back.

Thank you. Please, come in.

-Excuse me. -Yes, come in.

Hello.

He's with us.

Oh, I see. Please, come on in.

Right this way.

Thank you.

Please head inside.

-Excuse me. -Yes, go ahead.

Please.

Please, go on in.

-Thank you. -Of course.

Well then, I'll let you know as soon as my husband returns.

-Thank you. -Please enjoy your time.

Maybe I'll wait in the car since I'm not really involved.

No, stay. It'd be awkward if it's just the two of us.

Th-Then I'll go wait in the car.

You've got work to do.

Sorry, I need to go wash my hands.

I guess I'll go take a stroll then.

Um…

Oh.

Once,

when Chef Kenji was still alive, he asked me for a favor.

It was

kind of a strange request, actually.

A request?

Yeah.

It was like a surprise gift or something.

He was trying to set me up with someone.

But I ended up running late,

so I never got to meet them.

No, it's not because you were late.

I don't think you need to feel bad about something so small.

Chef would scold you if he heard that.

He was… a really kind person.

-Did you know Kenji personally? -Oh!

It's just, everyone said that about him.

I see.

That's true.

Yes.

He really was kind.

I knew you were a good person too.

Hm?

Um.

Yes?

I have something to tell you.

Okay.

I…

Um…

Yes?

So, uh…

I've always liked--

Sorry, excuse me.

BETTER NOT ANSWER

Hello?

What the heck is this?!

It's just water!

-What? -I can't drink this!

Sorry about that.

You were saying?

What I wanted to say was--

You said you liked something?

Rock music!

-Rock? -I actually like rock, not jazz.

-It's rock. -Oh, sorry again!

I got another call.

-Sorry. -I-It's okay.

-I'm fine! -Are you okay, ma'am?

Can you stand?

-Hello? -Nope!

-Sorry. -Hello?

-Are you okay? -Let's drink, mister!

Hello?

Is this Mr. "Don't Ever Call"?

Uh, I'm at Bar Brush right now.

Your friend…

Wait, barkeep?

You better not tell him I said I wanna see him, okay?!

She says not to tell you she wants to see you.

Got it.

Okay, I'll head back now.

Yeah, okay.

Sorry for leaving before you guys.

Oh no, not at all.

Thank you for all your help.

Thanks. I owe you one.

Okay.

I'll be off then.

See you, Hana.

-Take care. -Yeah.

See you.

IN THAT CASE, I'M AFRAID TO INFORM YOU

WE CANNOT CONTINUE THIS CONTRACT WITH YOU

Oh, um…

Darn bug…

He's taking a while.

Welcome back!

Sorry to keep you waiting. My husband's back!

Okay.

Are you the new president of Le Sauveur?

From Futago Confectionery?

That's you, isn't it?

Yes.

Um…

You waited all this time without even eating?

Come, this way.

Come, please. Right this way.

In Kumayuzu's yuzu jam,

the yuzu's natural bitterness is, uh…

Rock salt. Mellowed with rock salt.

Right! With rock salt--

I'm so sorry! Forgive me!

I made you come all this way!

I rushed over to Mama's place,

and she yelled at me for not delivering the yuzu jam.

She's scary when she gets mad, huh?

The truth is,

when I heard Mama had quit,

I figured that an arrogant and entitled new president

from Futago Confectionery had forced her to leave.

I couldn't forgive that.

But I was wrong.

She told me herself.

It's her eyes, right?

Diabetic retinopathy.

It's developed, hasn't it?

She said she's going back to her hometown in Nagano to focus on her treatment.

You paid her retirement and medical expenses.

And even introduced her to a top university hospital doctor.

You really went above and beyond for her.

I'm so grateful, from the bottom of my heart!

No, uh…

I didn't do anything special.

We did what any company would--

No!

Most people wouldn't go that far.

Oh, no.

Huh? What?

Hmm?

Yes?

The shirt in your bag?

Huh?

Excuse me for a moment.

Huh?

What's going on?

I brought the shirt you asked for.

Whoa!

Why are you half-naked?

This isn't it.

You said you wanted a clean shirt.

This isn't clean.

They all looked the same!

That's why I told you to bring the whole bag.

Hurry and go get it!

What a creep.

What do I do?

Oh!

There's no time. Just wear this!

I can't wear this!

Why do you have to change now of all times?

Because…

I told you it's complicated.

I don't even know why it's complicated.

What do you expect me to do?

I don't need to share my secret.

I don't wanna hear it anyway.

That's enough!

I'm done.

I can't wear this.

No manners at all!

He'll be back soon, so please wait a bit longer.

Oh, okay.

What's the matter?

My apologies, Mr. Kuma.

Not at all.

My shirt got a little dirty.

Oh, is that all?

I was so worried I'd done something to upset you.

Oh no, of course not.

We just refreshed the hot spring water.

Why not take a soak and relax after dinner?

Are you sure?

Yes.

I want to tell you how I feel

But when you're near

I can't say a word

I really hate that about myself

I need to be brave

So I won't have regrets

Little by little, I'll get closer to you

-And I'll-- -Ms. Lee Hana?

What song is that?

Is it a Korean song?

It's a good song.

What's it called?

It's a secret.

Sorry for interrupting.

Please, go on.

How could I?

Why…

didn't you tell me?

Huh?

Tell you what?

The reason Mama quit.

There were all sorts of rumors going around.

That's because…

I don't want anyone to worry.

Can you…

keep it between us?

Please, sir.

Okay.

RESIGNATION LETTER

She said she didn't want anyone to know the real reason.

Is it really that important?

But in the end, you kept her secret, didn't you?

I'm sure she appreciates that.

You think so?

I'm the same.

We all have secrets.

Things we'd rather hide,

or if possible…

things we never want anyone to find out about.

Do you have a secret like that?

Oh, never mind.

You don't have to answer.

If it were easy to say, then it wouldn't be a secret.

Yeah.

Dear Anonymous Chocolatier,

I've had a change of heart.

I'd like to keep things as they are.

Please keep delivering the chocolates as usual.

I understand you may have reasons you cannot share.

I was being inconsiderate.

I'd like to bring back Rainbow Palette.

Therefore,

please resume deliveries starting tomorrow morning.

Huh?

Tomorrow?!

What's wrong?

Are you okay?

No, not at all!

Ugh!

Once again…

Thank you so much!

-Thank you. -Thank you.

Well then.

We'll be going now.

-Take care. -Safe travels.

Take care.

Thank you.

Please come again.

I will.

C-Can I sit in the front?

Yes, go ahead.

Wait.

Could you wrap this around your shoes?

Excuse me?

I don't want you getting in with those shoes.

Please.

Okay.

What a jerk.

Of course.

What urgent business do you have at this hour?

It's your fault, you bastard.

Another insult? Please stop that.

No, no. You've got it wrong.

Oh, by the way,

I emailed the Anonymous Chocolatier earlier.

Oh?

Since Rainbow Palette goes back on sale tomorrow, and it's the weekend,

many customers must be looking forward to it, right?

So I doubled the order.

Isn't that a good idea?

Yes.

Honestly, what should I do with this ssagaji?

I told you, stop insulting me.

No, no.

I said you're amazing, and an absolute genius.

-Yup. -Liar. You definitely didn't say that.

-What was that? Ssagaji? -Huh?

-Ssagaji? -What?

No, I didn't say that.

Huh?

I said you're a genius.

Can I ask you something?

Why do you avoid making eye contact with people?

That's…

my secret.

I see.

Then

why is it you can look me in the eye?

Like this.

Don't go.

Stay with me.

Like you did back then.

Oh, I'll get off here.

Huh? Aren't you in a hurry? I can drive you home.

It's fine.

All right.

Wait.

Um.

Could I…

shake your hand?

Hm?

Oh, uh,

just to say thank you for everything today.

Sure. I don't mind.

Thank you…

so much

for everything today.

Huh?

Wait. Are you crying?

What? No! Why would I cry?

You were squeezing my hand too hard.

How strong are you?

I thought you were going to hurt my hand again.

Wow.

I didn't know

tears could well up like that, all at once.

I've never seen that before.

Come on.

You're the one tearing up now.

Oh.

That's because

you looked sad first.

You don't need to be sad with me.

This is all new for me too--

Anyway…

I'm heading home.

Maybe he's not such a bad guy?

So warm.

Subtitle translation by: Yuki Asami