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Can't you a least take care of that, dad?

I can't really leave this house right now.

- Who is it? - It's grandpa.

Why's he calling so early!

I have things to take care of here too.

Say no! Just say no!

I'll call you later. Ok, bye.

Sorry. I'll go get things ready.

Is something wrong?

Grandma's starting to feel sick again.

Grandpa asked me to come cook and do the laundry for him.

There're convenience stores nearby. And he can just toss his laundry in the washer!

That's what I told him.

There's no way you're not going back there!

You need to worry about our store and this house.

As a mother, your first priority should be our family!

- Me and Yuji are okay with it. - Yeah, we'll be just fine.

I'm relieved to hear that. Too bad someone else doesn't feel that way.

I won't forgive you.

If you leave again, don't ever come back. Understand?

- Dad! - She's not a child.

I know that!

"Good morning. Welcome." Ok...

Good morning. Welcome.

"Thank you very much. Please come again." Ok...

Thank you very much. Please come again.

Things have been awkward with Nao lately.

That's all of it. Thanks. Good morning.

That summer trip we were really looking forward to got ruined, but...

The bigger problem is...

...Makoto.

- Kashiwaba, Kashiwaba, come here. - Yes.

Good morning.

Saeki-kun came up with a new idea. The manager is thrilled about it.

Our bosses were really happy with the Ramen Festival you two put together.

You attracted so many customers.

That's why we want you to work together again.

- Huh? - This time it's station lunches.

Station lunches? (lunches sold at train stations)

We're not only going only after housewives this time...

I want to expand our target to working women as well.

How exciting! Kashiwaba, be more like her! I'm counting on you.

- Do a good job. - Thank you very much.

I'm going to present my ideas to the advertising department right away.

Let's work together again.

Sure.

They gave you another tough assignment.

Ever since she started working here...

...my job and my love life have gotten really complicated.

episode 06 - Her Confession translation by junkboy77 (^_^) DO NOT SELL OR AUCTION!!

Huh? They teamed you up with Saeki-san again?!

- Did you tell Hayakawa-san yet? - No, not yet.

You should really tell her.

- I guess you're right. - Of course I'm right!

I can't believe you're paired with your ex again. You need to be careful.

- It's getting steamy! - Yes!

Ah, it's Touji-kun.

Hi.

Ah, that looks good! I should of gotten the special too.

- You can eat mine. - Really?

- Yeah. - Thanks!

Too bad you couldn't go to the hot springs. Nao was really looking forward to it.

Let's not talk about that anymore. It's in the past.

These days there aren't many girls who'd be so understanding.

Yeah...

- Um... - Huh?

Oh, Kashiwaba!

Sorry about giving you another tough project.

It was the manager's orders.

Unless something goes wrong, you're going to be working with Saeki-kun for good.

Do a good job.

You're working with Saeki-san?

This time they want to sell station lunches...

So, now I have to work with Saeki-san again.

Wait, that's not right! What about Nao?

Yeah, but...

He doesn't have a choice. It's his job.

That's what you told me when we couldn't take our trip.

"It's my job. I have no choice."

Yeah. But, you said you didn't like that kind of thinking.

I don't, but you can't turn down work.

No, but...

You have no control, right?

Are you really ok with it? They're going to be working close together.

Your relationship is in real danger.

I'm his girlfriend. She can't take my place.

I want to show him that I'm not insecure.

Ah, good afternoon.

- Another one is Hitsumabushi, right? - They're really popular, huh?

I heard you're working with Touji again.

- Ah, Yeah. - Please be kind to him.

I'm saying this as his girlfriend. Please be kind to him.

Cat fights sure are scary. So, what're you gonna do?

Huh?

Are you seriously thinking of getting back together with Touji-kun?

That's not really...

But, eventually you'll want to make him yours.

Thanks for always coming.

I'll make my kid bring it next time.

That would be great! Thank you very much.

She's just pretending to be sweet.

Oww!! Hot! Hot! Hot!

- Hey! - What is it?

At least ask me if I'm okay!

- What happened? - You're not a caring woman at all!

That's why you left me and our house...

That's why you say you wanna go back home...

While I slave away in this heat... Don't you ever think about my feelings?!

Can't you even be a little considerate?

I married a cold woman. What a big mistake!

Then why don't you start over with someone else?

I would if I could!

It's so hot!

- Councilman! - Oh, hi!

I'm collecting signatures to create bike parking in front of the station.

You want me to sign this? Go get my seal.

- Please have a cold drink. - Thank you very much.

Give me my seal.

- Huh? This is... - What?

You spelled my name wrong. The "e" should be like "Edo."

Who cares about that?! Keep up the good work.

You have a tough job.

Hey, please take this.

- What's that? - It's for the coffee the other day.

I don't need it. Chitose-san paid for me.

That geezer has no right to pay for you.

Geezer?

I'll just say this... Don't ever talk to me again.

What? I knew she'd dump you.

And he was so confident.

- Hey, get lost. - You owe us both 1000 yen.

You couldn't even get a kiss on the first date.

Is that what this is all about?

You low life.

- She looks hurt. - How scary.

He made a bet!

That's why I don't trust younger guys. They piss me off!

So, you like Chitose-san because he's older.

Not only that... Chitose-san's also handsome.

Don't embarrass me like that.

But, you're so amazing when we dance together.

- Reaaallly? - He leads really well.

In high school, I joined the dance club, but...

...there was no one as good as Chitose-san.

It's because we're from a tiny island. There're lots of guys better than me in Tokyo.

That's what I also like about you. You're "mature", yet you're modest.

You meant "geezer", right?

- You're not a geezer. - You really love him, don't you?

Yeah, but sometimes I don't think we should see each other.

That little punk said I was deceiving her.

It really shocked me.

Who cares? Just let them say what they want. Am I right?

- Yeah, she's right. - Yeah, but...

Chitose-san, you seem to be more confident lately.

It's because you have Hiroe-chan now. You have to take care of her.

- Really? - Work's been good too, right?

Chitose-san's lunches have been selling extremely well.

- He's doing much better than last year. - You talk too much...

I guess I can do anything when I get serious about it.

Thanks for waiting.

Thanks.

Did you tell her yet?

- What do you mean? - About your new assignment.

Ah, yes.

- I see. - What're you talking about?

Touji has to work with Saeki-san again.

- Huh? - So it appears.

What's the meaning of this?

What's the meaning...?

Listen... Don't speak to her about anything not work related.

She's right. You already have Hayakawa-san.

Ok.

Hiroe-chan, let's drink.

Should we order anything else?

- Didn't it feel different today? - What do you mean?

Kashiwaba-san and Nao-san both seemed reserved.

I guess it has something to do with his ex. Thank you.

Um... Can I stay here tonight?

Is it alright?

No, it's not. Definitely, no.

- Why? - What do you mean "why?"

I came prepared already.

- I said it's not okay. - But, why?

Uh... I'm 10 years older than you.

That again...?

Then why are we seeing each other?

Well...

You're the one who was interested in me.

I didn't know how to refuse you.

I can't handle the responsibility.

If anything happens, I can't take the responsibility.

What do you mean by responsibility?

Responsibility is responsibility...

I'll take responsibility for my own actions.

Coward!

- You changed your curtains? - Yeah.

I wanted a summer feel.

I see.

- Here. - Thanks.

Ah, you need milk, right?

I think I'll ask my boss to switch me with someone else.

I think someone else can do the job just as well.

- I told you not to worry about it. - But...

I want to affirm the boundaries of my trust in you.

I think it'll show me how much you love me.

Love would be boring without its problems.

- I'm sorry. - Huh?

I always make you worry.

Why are you apologizing? I'll be just fine.

Answer it.

Sorry.

Yes.

Yuji? What do you want?

- She left? Ok, I'll be right back. - What's wrong?

Sorry, something came up at home. I'm really sorry, ok?

Just when we finally found some time alone together...!

Good night.

Good night.

What should we do?

Dad, what did you say to her?

I don't know! She said she wanted some time away.

Then she left. What's she unhappy about?

She has to listen to you complain everyday. That's why she wanted to leave.

Mom's been putting up with a lot.

Give her a call. Apologize and ask her to come home.

Why do I have to apologize? She's the one who left!

You made her leave! You were so mean to her this morning.

I only told her family should be first priority. What's wrong with that?!

- It's the way you said it. - Yeah, it's your fault, dad.

I know you have a lot of work, but...

At least let her take care of grandma.

Be quiet!

Wait! Hey!

Hello? Mom?

Ah, Onichan? Are you worried about me?

Yeah, this is a good chance for you to take care of grandpa and grandma.

We'll try to manage without you.

I wish I could explain this to you and Yuji.

I have no intention of ever going back to that house.

What do you mean?

It's not because of any particular reason.

You kids should leave someday too. Our house is full of problems.

You should find yourself a bride soon.

- Don't say that... - Hey!

Even if she apologizes, tell her we don't need her!

Tell her!

Please send me my things. Goodbye.

Wait, hold on. Hello?

(Station Lunch Event - 2002)

I think we should replace the lunches that didn't sell well last year.

- That means we'll have to find new vendors. - Will it be difficult?

It takes a whole day to go back and forth to places like Hokkaido or Kyushu.

We don't need to be too choosy about these station lunches.

Let's just gather the best lunches. What do you think?

But, I think customers would like those lunches because they're from stations that they can't usually visit.

You're right. But, take for example, Toyoken's dumpling boxed lunches. They sold very well.

I think there are a lot of good station lunches nearby.

I think we should be more selective about these lunches.

Look at this. It's a survey from last year.

Please take this. Thank you.

- Um... - Yes? What is it?

It's almost time for your lunch, right?

I thought maybe we could have lunch together. Sorry, I only brought my store lunch.

Did you eat already? Well, then how about some tea?

- Excuse me! - Yes.

I'd like to change one of my lectures.

Ah, look at the time. Let's call it a day.

I guess you're right.

Wanna grab some lunch? It's nice to eat out once in a while.

I'm going to eat in the cafeteria. So, no thanks.

There's a new place by the station. Their lunches are really popular.

No thanks.

- What's wrong? - You know why.

It won't bother your girlfriend if we only had lunch.

Sorry. But, no thanks.

What's with him?

- Is your meeting over? - Yes.

It must hard getting another project right after the Ramen Festival. Sit down.

- Okay. - About the ads...

I'm thinking of putting them on the internet. What do you think?

That's that great idea. It'll attract younger customers.

Yeah. And what about you...?

You thinking of getting back with your ex?

What?

Your current girlfriend is pretty cute. Hayakawa-san, the elevator girl...?

That's not really...

You should be honest with Saeki. Just flatly turn her down.

Don't you know? She's still in love with you.

I don't really know about that.

Of course you do. You're her ex as well.

I'd like to start seeing her.

I like her great confidence.

She works so hard, yet she's also delicate.

Are you serious?

If you're thinking of just toying with her...

She's not that kind of girl.

I guess that would be wrong. I'll have to show her my gentle side.

Maybe that will impress her.

If you're not planning to get back together with her, you should push her away.

As a man, you have to know when to back down.

- Good evening! - Yes?

Ah, sorry. We're already closed for today.

Ah, that's not it. My name is Saeki.

I'm currently working with Touji-san.

Ah, I see.

I have some papers for him, and I was in the neighborhood...

I'm sorry. Touji hasn't come home yet.

Oh, I see. Can you please give this to him?

Ah, it's burning!

Ah!! Hot! Hot!

- You okay?! - It's hot!

I'm home.

- I'm home. - Oh, you're back.

- Is someone here? - Yeah, someone's here.

Welcome back.

What're you doing here?

When I was just about to make noodles, she came to bring you some papers.

But, I burned myself. Then she nursed my finger.

Dad's been giggling the whole time.

Your mom's gone, isn't she? I thought maybe I could help out.

I'm very grateful...

To have someone like you making dinner for us.

I'm so glad that heartless woman left me.

- It's ready. - It looks great!

It really looks good!

I tried to do my best with what you had in the fridge.

- Where do you keep your dishes and chopsticks? - It's in the inside cabinet.

- Ok. - Thanks.

You don't have to do this.

It's okay. We're always there for each other. Just relax.

Saeki-san, come eat with us too.

Okay.

- You're a good cook. - It's so good.

- I'll get some more beer. - She's so considerate!

Hey, you found a great girl.

- You got the wrong idea. - Don't be shy.

You're so lucky, unlike me.

I like her.

- I won't mind if you ever wanna take her on a trip. - It's not like that...

- Here you go! - Ah, thank you.

Ok, that's good enough.

It tastes great! Beer hasn't tasted this good in a long time!

It's nice to eat together as a family.

My dad was always working, so our family hardly ever ate together.

I see... You can come join us anytime.

- Really? - Of course!

There's some eggplant left. Please eat it.

- Oh, a hit! - Alright!

This is gonna decide it.

Ah, thanks.

I can keep making dinner for you guys until your mom comes back.

But, not when I have overtime.

I wish you wouldn't do this.

I'm seeing Nao already.

- I know that. - That's why you shouldn't do this.

My dad and Yuji mistakenly think you're my girlfriend.

It's okay at work, but away from work we should distance ourselves.

I'll do this.

That's a strange thing to say...

When we're so close to each other...

We're more than friends, but not quite lovers. Isn't that okay?

Right?

I told you it can't be like that.

Right now, all I want is Nao.

You're so considerate. I'm so jealous of her.

- I guess we could just be friends. - I only want us to be co-workers.

Did you have to go that far?

Ever since that day two years ago, there's been nothing between us.

We broke up.

Hey, we have watermelon. Let's eat that.

Saeki-san, you're eating too, right?

- I'm going home. - Huh?

You can stay a little longer.

Thanks for the meal. Please pardon my intrusion.

Hey, take her home.

I understand how you feel.

I can go by myself.

You're not taking her home?

She said she's fine on her own. I'll go cut the watermelon.

- It's good. - Yeah, it's good.

Kashiwaba, what's this?

That's from a coastal train station in Kashima Ibaraki named Oarai.

It's an octopus meal topped with rice.

A slice of gently boiled octopus is placed on top.

And the surrounding veggies adds some color.

We can sell about 500 of these per day.

- Really? That's great. - Saeki-kun.

- Yes? - What's this called?

Uh... That's...

That's from Aomori on the Touhoku main line. It's sold at Hachinohe station.

It's Hachinohe's special sushi.

The sushi is mackerel and red salmon pressed together.

The container is also in the shape of a Japanese guitar...

Here's the information about the additional vendors.

Oh, Saitou-san. Excuse me...

- Saeki-kun. - Yes.

- Are you free tonight? - Yes, but...

When we're together and when we're apart... (Issho ni iru toki mo... Hanareteiru toki nimo...)

We'll love one another as long as we live. (Ai shi tsudzuketai... Ikiteiru kagiri...)

And forever... (Itsu made demo...)

- Wanna drink? - Sure, thank you.

Your fried soba is here.

Hey, make her feel special.

Tonight is Saeki-kun's welcoming party! Right, chief?

Yes!

Oh no, you don't have to.

It's alright! Ever since you came, our sales have been skyrocketing.

Yeah, that's why the manager personally went through all this trouble for you.

- Thank you very much. - No problem. Please eat.

The manager's been really cheerful lately.

- I heard he's getting the human resources job next year. - Seriously?

They promised him a promotion if he improved sales.

Really?

It's nice to drink with a young girl once in a while! Right, chief?

Yeah.

Our section is full of males. It's so boring! Right, chief?

Yes, that's true!

Sitting here right next to you, I can see how cute you really are.

No, I'm not really...

Manager, your turn!

- Kashiwaba! - Yes... Ok!

Excuse me!

Can you wait a bit? Thank you.

- Chief, it's here. - Manager, it's here.

Let me go!

I'll take Saeki-chan home tonight.

- You guys are on your own. Bye bye. - No, I can go by myself.

What? Tonight's your welcoming party.

I have to be courteous. Get inside.

- But, I can go by myself! - He's bad with women when he's drunk.

Too bad for her. We can't really scold him.

- The trains are still running. - Don't say that!

Just get in. It'll be okay.

- Sorry, but I'll be fine by myself. - It's alright.

- I'll be okay. - Excuse me, manager...

- I live close to her, so I'll take her home. - Don't butt it, Kashiwaba!

Driver, please drive him home. Good night.

- Saeki-san...!! - Good night.

Please take her home. He'll forget all about this tomorrow.

Ok everyone, let's go home! Good night!

You saved me after all.

Excuse me, please take her to Daikanyama.

Aren't you going with me?

I'm taking the train.

But, why?

Don't get the wrong idea.

I'm leaving.

Why do you have to go see her?

Dad, you're not going, so I have to go.

Just ignore her!

If you keep talking like that she's gonna divorce you.

That would be nice.

If that's what she wants, I'm perfectly fine with it.

(Lunches)

Don't get the wrong idea.

Ah...

Thanks for the other day.

No, I should thank you for dinner.

- What're you doing today? - I have the day off.

But, I have nothing to do. I'm doing research for work.

- My brother has the day off too. - What?

Huh? You didn't know? My brother's a lousy boyfriend.

He went to Chiba to see my mom.

You finally got some time off. Sorry, you had to come see me.

It's okay. Is grandma alright?

She's doing fine. Grandpa just worries too much.

I see.

Listen... Dad said some awful things, but...

I don't think he really means it. You know that, right, mom?

Yes. No matter what he says, I know he really cares about me.

That's why I've always been patient with him.

- If that's the case, then... - But...

He spelled my name wrong.

Your name?

The characters for my name, Yumie.

I was shocked. That's when I realized how he truly felt.

He only sees me as his housekeeper.

I don't think so. Anyone can make that mistake.

I've never gotten his name wrong.

I got married to him when I was 26. Then we started living together.

He's an earnest man.

He took over his parents' cleaning business, and he worked really hard everyday.

But, I'm also a woman too.

I wish he'd say nice things to me once in a while.

Without that, I don't know how many more years I can put up with him.

You kids are all grown up.

You can both take care of yourselves.

I want to start thinking about my own life and future.

You're not think about divorce, are you?

(Divorce application)

I need to consider what a single woman at my age must do to survive.

Your lunches are really good, Chitose-san.

You're the only who thinks so, Hayakawa-san.

What? This is our most popular lunch.

That's not really why I asked you here.

It's about Hiroe.

Is there something wrong?

I guess it's not really a big deal.

Oh...

Damn...

Onichan! Come here.

- What is it? - You have a guest.

- Huh? - Come in.

I have some shopping to do.

Here I am.

I really need to talk to you.

Um...

- What is it? - You first.

Really?

- Did Touji tell you anything? - Huh?

I thought maybe he'd tell you the truth.

The truth?

Maybe he still has feelings for Saeki-san.

What are you saying? Touji only loves you.

You have nothing to worry about.

Then why...?

Why do I feel so insecure?

I have...

...always...

...loved you.

I never forgot about you.

(Touji)

I want to...

...have another chance with you.

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After the tone, you'll have 20 seconds.

Please leave your name and a message.

Nao!

We only have 10 minutes. Let's hurry!

2nd floor. Thank you for your patience.

Going up.