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SEISHIN HIGH SCHOOL

To my dearest wife,

it has been a month since I started working at Seishin High.

The rainy season has started, but my heart is completely clear.

That's because a student in my class, who had a big dream,

managed to recover from the pain of heartbreak.

-And grew as a person. -Okay, cheese!

It's a lot of fun!

-Won't you join our Drill Team? -How about it?

Won't you join us?

Morning, Onicchi!

Ken-Ken, Yuukichi!

Did you get any new members?

Oh, no…

It's…

Just keep recruiting, don't give up! Someone will join you.

-Yeah. -Like me?

Oh! Secretary-General, you joined?

I tried it, and it was pretty exciting. Right?

Yes.

Very nice!

Let's take a BeReal to commemorate!

As for the answer to your homework, "What is a Great Teacher?"

Please wait a bit longer.

We haven't seen each other for a month!

Why don't you come home for now…

"And we can take a BeReal together."

What?

YOU ALWAYS OVERUSE WORDS YOU JUST LEARNED

She got me.

DON'T GET COCKY OR YOU'LL GET IN TROUBLE AGAIN

No way.

That won't happen…

Do you have a moment?

Don't scare me. What is it, Ryunosuke?

In the Class 1-B chat, there's a new post.

Unlike before, it hints at some kind of action, so I'm worried.

I wonder what "punishment" means?

-Why do you look happy about it? -No reason.

Why do you know this anyway? You're not a student.

Well, you know, things happened. Anyways!

Please be careful. You've always been a bit of a pervert.

What the hell is that supposed to mean? I'll be fine, I'm 52 now.

I won't be tempted easily.

Look at this.

Wha--

Wha--

What the heck is this?

The staff room.

I will lead all the teachers here and create a comfortable work environment.

That's my mission as Vice Principal.

I believe that by doing so,

one day, I will replace that meek, cowardly man,

and become Principal.

Good morning.

Good morning.

Why does that young teacher always arrive at the very last minute?

And her sense of style. Is it really appropriate for a teacher?

Hey!

This is bad!

And that man is even more problematic.

As long as he's here,

my mind will never be at peace.

Everyone, please look at this.

Keep it down, Onizuka. What's with the commotion this morning?

Mr. Nakamaru, look at this.

I got one more good rating in the feedback system.

Four students rated me well!

At this pace, I will surely get a bonus, right?

-Ridiculous. -Hey!

Ow! Let me go!

Still, I wonder who it could be.

I know three of them are Kenta, Yuu, and Ayumu.

But I have no idea who the fourth one is!

Ms. Kashiwabara.

Who do you think it is?

Wouldn't it be Kotone Wakatsuki?

You're right.

All right, that's it for homeroom.

Let's make today a good day too!

Okay!

Goodbye.

What is it?

Thanks, Kotone.

For what?

It was you, wasn't it? You gave me a good rating, right?

No, I didn't.

Huh? Why not?

I'm sorry.

I don't think I can get used to your world yet.

Then who could have done it?

Don't be shy, just come forward!

Maybe it's just a mistake?

Besides, our ratings are supposed to be anonymous.

Isn't it wrong for you to try and find out who it is?

Don't say that. It's about time you all trusted me.

You are, you know…

Like you often see on TV shows,

"At that time, I didn't know, but Mr. Onizuka

would eventually become my dearest Great Teacher." Like that.

Right! Want to take a BeReal to commemorate?

Soma!

I'll pass.

Huh?

Isn't it inappropriate for a teacher to suggest doing things like that?

It's like you're forcing us to act like we're satisfied right now.

No, that isn't my plan…

Yeah.

Then who did it?

I want to know!

Mr. Onizuka, a moment.

What is it? Mr. Yamamura?

It's Murayama.

Wait, didn't I say that?

How did you get more good ratings?

What?

Please tell me.

Actually, I've been getting more and more bad ratings lately.

TEACHER RATINGS

At this rate,

it's only a matter of time before I surpass you.

Don't say that. Please help me.

If I get fired, my wife and daughter will kill me.

What do you mean?

My family has its reasons why we desperately need money,

so I became the counselor hoping my salary would go up even a little.

But because of that, the students have been hating me more and more…

Don't say such pathetic things, you need to act more confident.

Why don't you try doing something new?

Like what?

Do you know Mr. Denjiro? His classes are famously fun.

How about breathing fire like him?

You can wear a dinosaur mask or something.

Try it!

No, I teach World History, so I don't think that would work.

Why don't you ask Ms. Koizumi? She's the most popular.

Please give him advice.

No, I don't have any advice.

I'm just fulfilling my mission as a teacher.

However, in your case, Mr. Murayama,

you try too hard to be liked by the students.

It's obvious, so that's a no-go. They know when you try to flatter them.

Right, Mr. Abe?

Don't try too hard to get along with them.

Instead, try to convey the charm of your own subject.

Your classes are famous for being boring, Mr. Murayama.

What? Really?

Yes.

Hey, you don't have to go that far.

Ms. Kashiwabara, do you have any kind advice for him?

I think…

Yes?

It's best not to worry about it.

Well, let's leave it at that.

-Eight? -Yes, eight.

If you turn it sideways, it's infinity. It's too uncool, man.

Both your face and fashion sense.

Hey, you.

What?

It's too loud… Miss!

Or so some people might think…

Try to keep the volume down.

Okay. Duly noted!

What?

I'll keep it in mind. It must be tough, doing student guidance.

Please do your best!

Thank you.

-Won't you join our club? -It's really simple!

Let's do it!

That looks fun.

Is that what they call youth?

Hey, Momoka. Is there anything fun to do?

Think of something. Come on, you're good at hyping things up.

Oh, let's go to karaoke after school!

Karaoke…

Not today, yeah?

Oh, right.

There's something that has been bothering me for a while.

What is it?

Who do you think is doing this?

Isn't it you, Momoka?

Right, I kind of felt that way too.

No way. Really?

So you found out. It was me actually.

I knew it.

But why?

I mean, hasn't Onizuka been getting too cocky lately?

Like Momotaro getting the dog, monkey, and pheasant on his side.

I wish he'd disappear soon. Like our previous homeroom teacher.

But that guy seems very strong mentally.

Hey, Momoka.

How do you plan to punish him?

Actually,

I've already made my move.

Will you help me out too?

What? It's just you, Momoka. What's up?

I have something important to talk to you about.

Oh. What is it?

Actually,

your fourth good rating was from me.

What? No way!

You should have told me sooner!

But why?

I just felt like you seemed trustworthy,

and I thought I might talk to you about my problems.

Right? Don't hesitate, just tell me.

Oh, before that, want to take a BeReal?

We can commemorate your good rating.

Oh, nice!

All right, here we go.

Say "good rating!"

Oh, right. Can I take a photo of you too?

Of course.

Okay, here I go.

Looking good. This time, do a peace sign.

Okay.

Next, stick your tongue out.

Why?

Well…

I want one with a playful vibe.

I see.

Okay, I'm taking it.

Oh, that's great, very playful.

I guess that's about it.

I'll send them to you. Give me your deets.

Deets?

Your account details.

How do you do it again…

I have a flip phone.

Let me see it.

This should be fine.

See you!

Oh, wait a minute, Momoka.

What?

I haven't listened to your problems yet.

Oh, right.

That can wait. We can take our time.

SEISHIN HIGH SCHOOL

STAFF ROOM

Good morning!

What?

I'm sorry, excuse me.

Hey, what's wrong?

You don't know?

Did something happen?

What did you do now, Onizuka?

What?

This was posted on the school's message board yesterday.

As well as this terrible video…

PERVERT TEACHER

Go out with me.

Please stop it.

What's the problem? I'm your homeroom teacher.

What the heck is this?

No, this is fake!

It's fake.

I actually know a lot about this stuff.

Look, the neck looks kind of strange, right?

Well, now that you mention it…

But this is really well made.

Oh, Mr. Nakamaru, do you remember?

Something like this happened a long time ago.

-What? -Remember.

Ms. Fuyutsuki?

ONIZUKA'S TRUE NATURE

Back then, it was just a sloppy doctored pic. Times have really changed!

How are you so carefree?

The parents are complaining, we can't get any work done!

Now that it has come to this, you are completely done for!

Write your resignation letter right now!

No, please believe me.

Right, Mr. Murayama?

No, don't ask me.

Ms. Kashiwabara, please say something.

Your only choice is to prove it's fake.

What?

Otherwise, the parents won't be satisfied.

Very well!

I, Eikichi Onizuka, will prove that this video is a fake!

Just you wait.

You said it!

We are holding a parent-teacher meeting this week,

so if you can't prove it by then, you're fired!

Is that all right with you, Principal?

Well, I guess.

Isn't that a bit too harsh?

It's just a slightly extreme prank.

I know you want to protect Onizuka because he was your teacher,

but I'm sure this time, even your company will understand my decision.

-They will agree with my judgment. -But…

Well then, everyone, classes are about to start soon, so please get ready.

Onizuka.

You are banned from holding classes. Obviously!

What?

Ms. Kashiwabara, please take over as homeroom teacher for Class 1-B.

What?

CLASS 1-B

Class dismissed.

Onicchi.

-Onicchi. -Hey.

Are you okay?

Sorry for making you worry.

I bet Momoka took this video, and Itsuki edited it with AI.

What?

Seems like he'd be good at that sort of thing.

That was pretty funny.

Onizuka wasn't here today, so we actually studied in peace.

You're amazing, Momoka.

I'm glad I could make you all happy.

Why don't we keep this going with karaoke or something?

Sorry, I have practice.

I have to go to cram school.

-Me too. -See you, Momoka.

Thanks, see you.

Momoka.

What?

I'm begging you. Can you just turn yourself in and say it's all fake?

What are you talking about? I don't know anything.

Don't say that.

If I get fired, my wife is going to divorce me!

Such a pain. Now you're stalking me?

Then will you tell me just one thing?

What?

What's troubling you?

What?

What made you do this?

What are you talking about? I just--

Look, I'm always here to listen.

I'm still your homeroom teacher. For now. Bye.

Well, then…

Make my family laugh.

What?

If you can make my parents, my brother, and my sister laugh,

I'll turn myself in.

That sounds simple. You sure you just want that?

This is my house. This is the entrance.

This is the shop.

All right, let's go.

Oh, wait.

Actually, this is a bad idea.

What? You said it was easy.

If I go in there now, they'll just say, "Why is this pervert teacher here?"

It's fine, my parents don't look at the school message board.

Really?

I'm home!

Excuse me.

My parents are busy, so let's start with my siblings.

This is my brother's room. Go ahead.

What?

You're not going in with me?

I don't think he'll come out either way.

He stopped going to college and shut himself in.

What?

Young man, hello.

I am Eikichi Onizuka, Momoka's homeroom teacher.

The weather has been bad lately, but I hope you are doing well.

See?

Come on.

We're here anyway,

so why don't you come outside?

Oh, have you heard of drills? They're really fun.

They really put a smile on your face.

Come out and let's dance together.

Shut up!

Yuri, how are you feeling?

I'm feeling good today.

Oh, this is my homeroom teacher, Mr. Onizuka.

Thank you for always taking care of Momo.

Sorry for the intrusion.

Hey, he said he's going to do something fun for you.

Just for you, Yuri.

Really?

Yes.

Komanechi!

Oh.

It doesn't matter! Oppappi!

Oh, not funny?

Yeah, it was popular a long time ago.

Then…

Is that supposed to be a funny face?

Oh? Is it not funny?

You laughed.

You okay?

Open your mouth. One, two.

Hey, what are you doing?

I'm Eikichi Onizuka, Momoka's homeroom teacher.

If Momoka caused trouble--

Oh no, nothing like that.

I have to go.

Momoka, I'm counting on you.

Are you bringing food to big bro again? You spoil him!

Unlike you, he is delicate.

Hey, what are you doing? The shop is busy.

You're loud. I'm going right now.

Momoka, what on earth are you thinking?

You know that would make her feel worse.

It wasn't really me--

Oh, right. I'm the one to blame.

Who are you?

Excuse my late introduction.

I am Momoka's homeroom teacher…

Hey, what are you doing? Yuri is hurting!

Don't just blame everything on me!

-Keep a close eye on her! -What? You don't do anything yourself.

Hey, that's not true!

Calm down!

Hey, you two, do you know what this is?

What is that?

Mimicking a giraffe.

Jeez, you're always so carefree.

Well, then…

Well, then, do you know what I'll become tomorrow?

What are you even saying?

We're busy, so if you have something to say, say it quickly.

It's nothing.

Is it always like that?

When they see each other, they just fight.

It's really tough, caring for my brother and sister,

so my father gets drunk every day,

and my mother seems to have debts from online shopping.

So, is that why you always act so cheerfully, Momoka?

I mean…

what other choice is there?

You're always the first to speak at school.

Whenever there's a silence, I just end up speaking.

People are like, "At times like this, you have to liven things up, Momoka."

You don't have to force yourself like that.

Don't say that so easily.

I'd hate it if the mood dies and they end up hating me.

You know,

lots of people hate me, but I enjoy every day of my life.

Besides, I think true friends are the ones who love you

even when you show all your flaws.

Was that profound or what?

Don't be so full of yourself!

You couldn't even make my family laugh.

I mean, it was impossible, considering the situation…

That's enough, go home.

It's been real.

What?

Thanks for trying to help me, it's been nice.

Oh, good morning.

What are you doing, Mr. Onizuka?

Aren't you suspended?

I mean, I have nowhere else to go.

Wait, where is Mr. Murayama?

What happened?

Following your advice,

he tried to make them laugh in class. Seems he failed.

If his ratings drop any lower, he'll have to write a resignation letter.

Will he be okay?

Don't worry about others. Did you convince Momoka to turn herself in?

No, that's the problem.

But if a young woman spoke to her maybe she would open up…

Are you indirectly asking me to help you?

Please.

No way. My workload has increased a lot because of you already.

You're acting cold again.

Oh, my! Mr. Onizuka!

What are you doing?

Could it be you've already given up? Got your resignation letter ready?

I'll think of something before the parent-teacher meeting.

Well, that's fine.

We also received a complaint from Momoka Suzuki's parents.

They told us to "fire that problematic teacher right away!"

Maybe start packing your things.

How annoying, that bastard Nakamaru.

Human nature is an often-discussed topic.

The title of this is, The Child's Feigned Sleep.

In short, today I'd like to talk about the boy who pretends to be asleep.

This "keri" is very important, and often appears in classical Japanese.

It means that someone did something…

This part is…

It may not mean much coming from me, but…

Please cheer up, Mr. Murayama.

How could I?

If I end up leaving the school, my wife and daughter will kill me.

Come on!

It will be okay.

If it comes down to it, they will support you. Because you're family.

Do you think so?

Hey.

Is that your wife?

-Yeah. -Okay.

Hello?

Hello, darling?

We have an away match tomorrow, so we'll stay at a hotel today.

Take care of the house.

Tell me you didn't book an expensive hotel again.

Is there a problem?

No, there's not, but…

Do your best.

Well, take care.

Oh, wait a minute.

What is it?

Hey,

what would you do if I left the school?

What?

What kind of lame joke is that?

Who said not to worry because "private doesn't have transfers and pay is good?"

I did, but…

Your daughter is trying hard to be a pro golfer. Don't you love her?

Of course I do!

Hey, Dad.

I've been meaning to tell you this.

Yes?

What is it?

You should get them to raise your pay.

You never try to fight for what's yours. That's not good.

Sorry.

FUSION CUISINE

Here is your otoshi appetizer.

Why are you so submissive to them?

I don't want my wife and daughter to hate me.

Come on, you are the head of the household.

To them, I'm just someone who brings home money.

Golf costs a lot for equipment and travel expenses.

Here, two draft beers, thanks for waiting.

No, I didn't order this.

-It's on the house. -What?

This guy is a former student.

-I'm Murai. -Oh, hello.

Onicchi hasn't caused you any trouble, has he?

What?

I almost died because of this guy.

I… will not die!

Don't screw around!

Murai, hurry up and run!

Right. It was so thrilling back then.

How can you be so carefree?

I heard from Masaru, you're on the verge of getting fired again, right?

It's fine. I'm talking to Mr. Murayama,

the school counselor, to revise my strategy.

Well, yeah.

Fine then.

Take your time.

Thanks.

Since we're here, shall we make a toast? Let's both do our best.

Still, I don't know what to do anymore.

What?

My daughter used to like me,

but now she just gets mad at me all the time.

The other day, she made fun of me for using this flip phone.

No, it's perfectly fine. See!

Even I use a flip phone.

Lately at school,

it's like whatever I say to students can be problematic,

so I'm on edge all the time.

You're worrying too much.

Though you were complaining, you said some pretty decent things.

It's Ms. Kashiwabara.

Hello, what's the matter?

I received a call from Momoka Suzuki's parents.

She left a note saying she's running away, now she's gone.

What? No way. Then let's split up and look for her.

I'm sorry, I'll pass.

Huh? Aren't you worried about Momoka?

I am, but…

MR. ONIZUKA

MR. ONIZUKA

What rotten luck.

You okay?

Yes.

I'm feeling better now!

Actually, today is…

Why don't you have a drink too, Momoka?

Oh, but I'm still a minor.

Then…

How about this?

What is that?

Gummies?

It makes you feel good, you forget all the bad things.

Oh, but…

Is it illegal…

It's fine. Everyone is doing it.

MR. ONIZUKA

Sorry, I have to answer.

Don't run away after coming all this way.

Hey, stop it.

What are you saying?

You followed me here because you had nowhere else to go!

Stop it! Stop!

It hurts!

KARAOKE

-Help me! -Ms. Suzuki? Are you okay?

Mr. Murayama? Why are you here?

Ms. Kashiwabara told me

if I looked at the location information on your tablet, I'd know where you are.

Don't screw with me!

Run away! Hey, stop it!

Stop it…

Wait! Hey!

It hurts…

Who the hell are you?

What?

I'm her homeroom teacher. What do you want?

Thanks to you, we managed to secure Momoka.

That's good.

Hey, why are you closing the door?

And why did you come to my place?

No, but…

Momoka said she doesn't want to go home today. And…

She can't stay at my home or Mr. Murayama's.

WHAT'S WRONG WITH GOING HOME ON TIME?

I'm sorry, could you please not stare?

Oh, sorry.

Your place is so different from what I imagined.

-Right. -What did you even imagine?

Have a seat.

Sorry, this is all I have.

Oh, it's completely fine.

Sorry for bothering you.

Have some milk tea.

Okay.

Go on.

It's warm.

Why did you run away from home, Momoka?

I'm sorry.

I just felt like going somewhere nobody knows me.

What?

Why?

Things have been tough lately.

I always try to act how everyone expects me to.

And after doing that every day,

I don't even know what I truly like or want to do anymore.

It's all just a big blur now.

Look, don't worry so much about what others think.

Yeah. No need to "read the room" or whatever.

I think that might be impossible.

What?

Standing up to peer pressure is difficult even for us adults.

So telling a young girl to do that seems impractical.

I went through something similar in high school.

"Oh, you shouldn't be too honest here."

You have to go along with others to "keep the peace."

I feel the same way.

But still.

Still?

Today, after I ran away from home,

I contacted a few kids in our class,

but nobody tried to stop me.

"I still don't have any true friends."

That's what I thought.

In that case,

why don't you try finding your own way of doing things?

You've worked so hard until now, so I'm sure you can find a good answer.

I wonder.

What is it?

You sure can say profound things!

Hey, please stop that.

Shouldn't you answer that? It's probably your wife.

Excuse me.

Hello?

Hey, why aren't you answering?

I've been calling you over and over.

Sorry.

Where are you wandering around now?

We're working hard over here, surely you aren't having fun, right?

Do you understand your role?

-I am a teacher! -What?

Right now, a dear student of mine is in trouble!

So I can't just leave her be!

I'm sorry.

That was cool, Mr. Murayama.

Oh, no, please stop.

Mr. Onizuka, tell her something too.

You're still her homeroom teacher.

What more can I say?

Well…

There's one thing.

What is it?

Momoka.

What?

Happy bday.

What?

Happy birthday.

Oh, let me get it.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOMOKA

Why?

Even my parents didn't notice.

Welcome to being 16!

Welcome!

Your birthday hasn't come yet.

Oh, who cares. Today is a good day!

What kind of logic is that?

Come on, cut it out.

Momoka, blow out the candles. Don't forget to make a wish.

I'll do it for her!

Hey, stop that!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOMOKA

-Congratulations! -Congratulations!

Congratulations!

Thank you.

Up until now,

I thought this year's birthday would be my worst.

I'm so happy.

Let's all eat together!

-Let's eat. -Right?

EMERGENCY PARENTS' MEETING

Finally, today, peace will come to this room!

Good morning.

Good morning.

Both of those useless teachers will be gone,

and finally, my path to becoming Principal…

Mr. Murayama, Mr. Onizuka.

Please submit your resignation letters.

What are you talking about?

Don't play dumb.

If you can't prove your innocence by the parents' meeting…

-You-- -Excuse me.

Vice Principal, I am terribly sorry.

What?

I was the one who posted this.

It's all a fake, and Mr. Onizuka didn't do any of this.

I am really sorry.

With this, I can stay at this school, right, Principal?

Well, I guess.

Then Mr. Murayama should submit his resignation.

But…

My rating has gone up too.

POSITIVE RATINGS 22/28

What? Why?

I am a teacher!

A dear student of mine is in trouble! I can't just leave her be!

ROAR! MR. MURAYAMA'S TRUE SELF

-MURAYAMA IS SO COOL! -THE UNDERDOG FIGHTS BACK!

Momoka, did you produce this?

Oh, you can tell?

It's a real fake. Or rather, a reenactment.

But it's kind of boring, isn't it?

In the end, Onizuka didn't quit.

Hey, Momoka. Is there anything else interesting?

Sorry. From now on, look for that kind of stuff yourself.

What?

I will also stop trying to liven things up or fill the silence.

I won't do it anymore.

Well, I'm still suspended until the day after tomorrow.

So I'll be going now.

Also,

I wasn't the one who wrote this.

NEEDS TO BE PUNISHED

When Ayano asked if it was me,

I just thought it might be fun to pretend to be the culprit.

Why are you grinning?

Oh, it's from my daughter.

TO DAD - THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO. MOM IS GRATEFUL TOO.

Isn't that great?

From now on,

as the counselor, I'll be honest with the students.

I won't hold back with my family either. Even if everyone hates me.

Oh. That's cool, Mr. Murayama!

See you, Murayamachi.

Yes. Behave yourself at home, Momochi.

Okay.

Wait, what was that just now?

We promised to call each other by nicknames.

What? No way. Before me?

That's cold, Momochi!

Whoa!

You? What's wrong?

There has been a new post…

THIS SCHOOL IS BORING. WHY DON'T WE QUIT?

What?

For one of our students to get into trouble with the police…

I'm quitting this school.

You hate me anyway, right?

-Quit. Just go ahead and quit! -Stop, Ms. Kashiwabara!

He's actually a pretty decent person, isn't he?

Parents will do whatever it takes for their kids!

A suspension is too lenient. This warrants expulsion!

I'll make it so you'll want to stay at this school.

Before the parent-teacher meeting.

Lend me your wisdom!

Let's have one final lesson. Okay?

Subtitle translation by: Nix S.