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I'd prefer it to be by Kurusu Arashi-san.

Do you know each other?

I'm his ex-girlfriend.

- Huh! - Huh!

Ex-girlfriend?

Long time no see.

Riko...

Excuse me.

Please.

Here you go.

Well then, excuse me.

You should join too.

Huh?

What are you doing?

Okay.

I'm Kurusu-san's assistant.

I'm Hitsujitani Chiharu. Nice to meet you.

I'm Kenzaki Riko.

Are you seriously considering changing jobs?

Or are you just joking around?

What if I said the latter?

Please leave, since I'm quite busy.

Just kidding.

I happened to see you here.

I was wondering what you've been up to since leaving your previous company.

I was surprised to hear that you're working as a job change agent.

So I came to see you.

I don't have time to waste on someone with no intention of changing jobs.

Huh? Uh...

You've become quite unfriendly and sarcastic.

The older you were better.

If that's the case, breaking up was the right decision.

Episode 4 [It has absolutely nothing to do with you]

There's daifuku in a place like this!

I'll give it to you.

Have some cold tea.

Would you like to see a photo of the Shiba Inu, Mame-chan?

It's becoming viral right now.

What?

Nothing.

Just the usual, right?

It's not like I've a ques...

Inukai.

If you have a question just ask.

Was she really your ex-girlfriend?

Yes.

He admitted it!

Was she a former colleague

or did you meet her on a group date?

Please tell me so I can use it as a reference when I'm marriage hunting.

We were classmates in university.

- The reason for the breakup? - You're asking that?

You're truly an airhead.

It was a personality mismatch.

Oh, I see...

Of course...

Well, it's not like there's anyone who can match Kurusu-san's personality...

I'm sorry!

Yama-san!

- I apologize. - I'm sorry.

Yama-san, it hurts! Yama-san, it hurts!

You've become quite unfriendly and prickly.

The older you were better.

It's delicious.

You're meeting your ex-girlfriend, right?

Stop it, there are customers here.

Don't lie!

I heard about it.

What's going on?

Sorry.

Hok-kun was secretly meeting his ex-girlfriend.

I heard it from Aunt Yaohachi.

Really?

It was not secret.

I met her by coincidence.

I don't believe it.

Huh?

Why?

Well, well.

Here's what's going on.

Minami-chan is jealous.

Because she likes Hokuto-kun.

Hokuto-kun wonders why you don't believe him.

If you love him, you should trust him.

I only have eyes for you.

Really?

Good, you've made up.

I'm sorry for the disturbance.

Thank you very much.

It's fine.

We need to clear up these misunderstandings a.s.a.p

or it might drag on later, right?

Kurusu-kun?

Why are you dumping it on me?

I thought you might have had similar experiences.

How was the battle with your ex-girlfriend?

I'll give you some jelly, so tell me.

No, thank you.

You don't have a girlfriend

because you can't forget about your ex, right?

What are you talking about?

What kind of work is she doing?

She works for a company that produces

and distributes online educational content.

It's called E-World.

I see, E-World.

What's wrong?

I was wondering why she came to see you.

As you all know...

Takigawa, a major remote learning company

has drastically reduced the number

of users in our company

since they launched a video streaming service a year ago.

I think we should run a more extensive

autumn membership push than we did last year.

Or sending direct mail on a large scale as they do.

Do we have a chance even if we attempt to imitate them right now?

Welcome back, Riko-chan.

Yeah.

Have you been drawing all day?

Yeah, the deadline is next week.

It would be great if it became serialized.

Yeah.

I'd like that.

The editor also said it's good.

It's my masterpiece.

Good luck.

Thank you.

Wow, it's curry.

I'll dig in.

Go ahead.

It's delicious.

Arashi!

Sorry to keep you waiting.

It's rare for you to call me out of the blue like this.

I need to talk to you about something.

What is it?

What is it?

I received a notice today.

I've been assigned to Africa.

That means...

Energy development in Africa.

Wow, congratulations!

I wanted to tell you first.

Just like your late father.

It was your dream to be in charge of energy development in Africa.

Your dream is finally coming true.

Energy development projects

will definitely contribute to local economic growth.

Of course,

it will also benefit our company in the long run.

There will be a lot of business trips to Africa from now on...

Don't worry.

While you are working hard in Africa,

I'll also do my best in here.

How's work?

Is it going well?

Yeah.

Oh, right now...

I'm writing a proposal for educational videos using animation and manga.

Really?

The way we've been doing it,

a lot was being overlooked.

I want to help the kids realize their potential.

I believe this is what society will need in the future.

Oh, look!

Huh?

This is the best angle to view it from.

You really like Tokyo Tower, don't you?

Yeah, when I see it, it gives me energy.

Even when I'm feeling down,

it makes me want to do my best.

Let's race up to there.

Huh?

Get ready!

No, wait a minute!

Arashi!

Kurusu-san...

Kenzaki Riko-san has sent a request for an interview.

Huh!

Is that so?

What a weak reaction...

So, she didn't just come to see Kurusu-san?

But the fact that she came again means

she's still after her ex?

I heard about Kurusu's ex-girlfriend.

Wow, that was fast...

She has been working at E-World for 8 years, right?

There's a perfect project for her.

Could you introduce her?

Please make a decision

before she hires another agent.

She has the final say.

According to your preference

I've picked out several companies in the education industry.

Takigawa?

They seem to be looking for someone knowledgeable in online business.

It's a rival company.

Of course, but on the flip side,

for the other party your background is very appealing.

This salary...

Is this true? It's double what I'm making now.

With your background,

I think there's more room for negotiation.

I thought you weren't planning on changing jobs...

I'm currently living with my partner.

He's a manga artist.

We met when we were both working on E-World instructional videos using manga.

We started dating as we were planning the second and third stages.

His work has even won awards in manga competitions.

Really?

Right now, he doesn't have a serialized manga yet...

The editor-in-charge even told him

that the next one will make it.

I want him to focus on manga,

while planning for the future,

I want to earn a lot and support him.

Is that the reason you want to change jobs?

Yeah.

Takigawa has a well-established childcare and maternity leave system.

They also emphasize shortened working hours and remote work.

I think it's a good company for women to work long-term.

E-World is a pioneer in the field of online education.

I assumed you were emotionally attached to it.

Of course,

I'm proud to have worked there for ten years.

But pride alone can't support oneself.

Crossing 30,

I was able to properly see the options in front of me.

Not "I want everything,"

but more like "If I choose this, I'll have to give up on that."

When do I need to give my answer?

Please take your time to think about it.

Huh?

If you're an agent,

wouldn't it be better if you could get me a new job?

Kenzaki-san,

earlier you referred to your company as "we," right?

Yes.

I also worked at an advertising agency until a few months ago.

At that time,

I didn't think of the company as "we" or anything like that.

So I thought you must really love the current company.

If it's a good place for you,

I want you to think carefully so you won't have any regrets.

Love doesn't pay the bills,

and it won't take responsibility for you in your old age, right?

I can't be chasing dreams forever.

In that case, wouldn't it be better

for you to break up with him,

consider switching to Takigawa and live comfortably on your own?

That would be the most rational choice.

Huh?

You too...

have changed quite a bit from before.

As you said,

it is better if you switch to Takigawa as soon as possible.

as it would benefit our company.

Kurusu-san...

I thought so.

But...

Whether our work is in vain

or for the company's profit...

It has absolutely nothing to do with you.

Are you saying not to change jobs?

Please decide that for yourself.

You're an adult.

Is changing jobs just a small matter?

I believe it's a big decision that will effect your life.

It's too big to make a decision on your own,

isn't that why a career advisor exists?

Yes,

changing jobs is a big deal.

So you have to make the decision yourself.

We can offer advice...

Ultimately it's up to you to decide.

I see, it's all about personal responsibility.

Please calm down.

Why do you think I came here

to see you?

I'm not you, so I don't know.

I also don't know either.

But now I understand.

I'm here to destroy any chance of a rekindling from the past.

I wanted to confirm that being with him now is good for me.

It's much better than being with you.

I'll take the offer.

To protect our current lifestyle,

I'll earn money to support him.

Well then,

Shepherd Career will provide you with all the support

you need to find a new job.

I've another interview.

Are you okay?

He seems like a completely

different person from the past.

Is he really that different?

Are you asking about his past?

No.

During college,

he was the leader of a seminar group

and also the captain of the volleyball club.

He had good grades and lots of friends.

I can't even imagine.

After graduation,

He became a successful businessman by joining one of the top five trading companies.

[Look up Sogo shosha]

He even gave a speech as the new employees' representative during the admittance ceremony.

Among his peers,

he was the one who excelled in his career

and he did it all on his own.

His dream was

to work in the overseas energy division

and to contribute to the development of renewable energy in Africa.

And it was about to come true.

But when he was 26 years old, on his way to work...

Since he became injured,

he was removed from his job.

After a while,

I learned from someone else that he had quit his job.

I confronted him and asked why he didn't tell me.

And then...

I guess I talked too much.

I should be going.

Welcome back, Riko-chan.

I bought some ice cream earlier,

do you want some?

Shuusuke.

Hmm?

You know,

I'm thinking about quitting and changing jobs.

Why?

I consulted with a job change agent and made my decision.

A job change agent...

When did that happen?

Remember?

The other day, you told me about it.

The job change agent's video is going viral.

Actually, that person was my college classmate.

I see.

Did you go for a consultation?

Yeah.

But,

Riko-chan, aren't you happy with your current job?

You always seem to be having fun talking about

how you're going to do the next project or video.

Sometimes just liking or having fun isn't enough.

But...

I've already made up my mind.

Do you need something from me?

Shuusuke.

Shuusuke?

[Let's break up -Shuusuke]

Hello?

This is Hitsujitani from Shepard Carrier.

Huh?

Kenzaki-san, over here.

Why are you here?

What did you tell him?

He hasn't said anything.

When I heard you wanted to change jobs,

I went to meet Kurusu-san.

Huh?

Do you need something from me?

Um, excuse me.

I'm Riko-chan...

Oh, sorry.

I wanted to talk about Kenzaki Riko-san...

I heard about you.

She mentioned that she was living with a manga artist.

A manga artist.

Well, I can't really say I make money from manga...

Riko...

Why is she getting a new job?

I can't just talk about job seekers' information without permission.

Why don't you ask her directly?

She won't talk to me about it.

I'm not good enough.

Please,

I really want to know.

Please!

I heard in order to support our lifestyle...

You were looking for a higher-paying job.

I knew we couldn't go on like this.

Why didn't you just talk to me at home?

I'm indecisive and bad at expressing myself.

You are better at talking.

At home,

I feel unable to express myself and overwhelmed by the situation.

But...

Riko-chan.

Why didn't you talk with me about changing jobs?

Because I'm unreliable, right?

No, that's not...

Kurusu-san

would be more helpful to you.

Huh?

You were dating, right?

With Kurusu-san.

He's your ex-boyfriend, right?

I realized it when I went to see Kurusu-san.

Please,

I really want to know.

Please!

I need her to be happy.

Huh?

Are you prepared to make her happy?

You have a special bond.

I couldn't answer Kurusu-san's question.

There's nothing

I can do it for Riko-chan.

That's not true!

I...

I can't make you happy.

Quitting a company you like for my sake

is wrong.

That's why I want us to break up.

Why does it end up this way?

Because I've already made up my mind.

Fine.

Aren't you going to run after her?

It's fine.

No, but...

Is that how you truly feel

when you said you can't make her happy?

Yes.

I understand.

I can't leave her in your hands.

So you are here after all.

Whenever something happens you always come here.

Just as expected.

Did you come here to laugh at me?

I wanted to show my ex-boyfriend

how happy I am with my current boyfriend.

As you suggested,

maybe I should change jobs to Takigawa,

getting twice the salary

and live comfortably on my own.

Are you going to make the same mistake again?

What do you mean?

Just like back then...

Is it okay to break up without expressing your true feelings?

It seems it won't fully heal.

Huh?

I'll be able to walk if I go through therapy.

But I've to drag my left leg.

Are you okay?

Take your time.

Let's take a break.

Are you okay?

Everything is finished.

Kenzaki?

Okayama-kun?

It's you, long time no see.

Since the university alumni reunion?

Yeah, that's right.

I'm here to visit my grandma.

Are you here to visit someone too?

Yeah...

Could it be, Kurusu?

Sorry.

No.

By the way, do you remember?

Professor Morimoto, who was in charge of our seminar.

It seems like he became a baker after retiring.

The pizza stuffing landed on top of my thesis

and It was drenched with ketchup.

Really?

The professor was trying to wipe it with a tissue.

He rubbed it a lot...

I apologize for the inconvenience caused by my absence.

It must have been tough.

I never thought you'd go through something like this...

I was meant to go on a field survey...

You have to step down from the field survey.

From now on, please focus on desk work.

I can do it, I'm fine!

I'm sorry,

it has already been decided.

Kurusu, please compile this accounting data.

Understood.

[Kenzaki Riko] [Do you want to meet?]

[Good job] [Are you still busy with work?]

[Do you want to meet?]

You have something to talk to me?

Your transfer has been decided.

It's the General Affairs Department.

I'm no longer useful now that my leg is injured?

No, it's not like that...

I quit.

Arashi!

I couldn't reach you.

I heard that you quit the company...

Is that true?

Yeah.

Why didn't you discuss with me about it?

Hey, aren't we supposed to be dating?

I've made my decision.

Why did it end up like this...

Riko, wouldn't it be better off

for you to date Okayama rather than me?

Huh?

I saw it.

When you and Okayama were talking at the hospital.

That was just a coincidence...

It's been a while since I saw your smiling face.

Isn't he more suitable for you?

Are you serious when you say that?

Yeah.

What were our five years together?

Fine, I understand.

It's better for us to break up, right?

You're right.

At that time, I...

didn't have confidence I could make you happy.

I've got my hands full of myself.

I couldn't even think about your future.

That's why I said those things.

This is the true feeling I couldn't express at that time.

I noticed.

But I pretended not to.

I was tired.

To support you...

Everything is finished.

I couldn't bear to see you change.

Getting hurt and feeling down...

When you're at the lowest point in life,

that's when your partner

should have supported you.

I ran away.

So, that's why you're trying your best to support your partner?

Leaving a company where you've worked with such pride and affection.

To the extent of changing jobs to a rival company.

But,

there's no guarantee that it will make the other person happy.

Have you ever properly listened to his true feelings?

I'm sorry for getting you involved.

Well then.

I'm the same.

Until recently,

I couldn't express my true feelings at all.

But...

No matter how ridiculous or trivial it may be,

if it's truly what you want,

then that's the right answer.

Your answer is something only you know.

Thanks to Kurusu-san,

I was able to express my true feelings...

and move forward.

Please face Kenzaki-san with your true feelings.

Is this how you want your life to be?

Is this how you want your life to be?

Arashi!

Thank you.

I...

can't make you happy.

Riko-chan!

Just now...

I'm sorry.

Actually,

I don't want to break up with you.

I still love you.

But,

when I heard that you were looking for a higher-paying job...

It seemed like you didn't believe in me

that I'll succeed as a manga artist at all.

Well...

Please believe in me, Riko-chan.

I'll definitely get a serialization.

And make a living as a manga artist.

I may not seem reliable,

but I'll do my best.

To be honest, I...

really like my current job.

I want to keep working at this company.

Besides...

I want to be with you too.

Let's work hard together.

Do you think we can do it?

If we are together I think we can.

I'm sure things will work out for them.

I'm glad that she can continue doing what she loves.

And also you too.

What about me?

You look relieved.

I've hit rock bottom, huh?

Huh?

To be spoken down to by you...

I was worried about you,

why do you say that.

I'm kidding.

Kurusu-san...

What do you like about being a job change agent?

Why all of a sudden?

I just wanted to ask.

I don't view my job based on whether I like it or not.

If I had to say...

I believe this job is necessary in today's society.

It's not just introducing jobs...

I understand it's a job where you can change people's lives.

That's not true.

Huh?

We didn't change people's lives.

They changed their own lives.

We were just there to support them.

It's better not to think that we helped someone or

made someone's life better.

In the past, my work,

my actions, my decisions...

Not only a single person's life,

there was a time when I believed

I could make society better...

That's...

Yes.

I finally understood when my leg was injured.

What one person can do...

What one person's work can achieve...

It's surprisingly not that significant.

Anyone can always be replaced.

But still...

People work.

That's why I want the job seekers I'm in charge of...

to make well-thought-out decisions.

Yes.

I apologize for the inconvenience.

It's okay.

If you'd like, please share it with everyone.

Thank you very much.

Everyone, we received some snacks.

Oh, thank you.

Oh! Thank you very much.

That's not a fair trade, though.

On the contrary, it ends there...

Yokoyama-kun.

Stop grumbling and don't make that face.

I'll introduce a good candidate.

Okay, let's take a picture.

Cheese!

What was that just now?

The president asked me to do it.

The interior scenery for the company's website.

I had a weird expression, let's take it again.

Natural is the best.

Your eyes are white.

Hey you! Give it to me.

I'm sorry, it's noisy.

How's it going?

Actually, Shuusuke's serialization has been decided.

Wow, that's great!

So, we talked about it together.

We're thinking of getting married soon.

Really?

Congratulations.

Another person is getting married before me.

Be happy.

Yeah.

Well then, excuse me.

I'll see you off.

Leave them alone.

Okay.

I'm glad I came to Shepard Career.

I'm so glad I broke up with you.

I feel the same way.

Well then, take care.

You too.

One last thing.

There's still something I don't understand...

Why did you go to that person's funeral?

Why are you going?

Hey, why?

She's the perpetrator who injured your leg.

Sorry, I shouldn't have asked.

Forget it.

See you.

What is it?

It's about this person.

Hey!

What are you here for?

Do you want to handle it?