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Mr. Onizuka

is taking today off.

Why?

To be honest…

he has a very serious illness and doesn't have much time left to live.

He was hiding it from us.

What? What the heck?

By illness, do you mean cancer or something?

So we won't get to see Onicchi again?

Wait, everyone, please calm down.

Miss, that can't be true!

Please say it isn't true!

It isn't true!

What?

He just has a regular summer cold.

Apparently, he left the AC on all night

and slept with his stomach exposed like a kid.

Then, why did you lie to us?

I'm sorry.

Mr. Onizuka begged me to do it.

He wanted to see everyone's reaction to know how much he is loved, I think.

What the heck?

Still, isn't this prank going a bit too far?

I didn't want to do it either!

But, when I refused, he threatened to reveal my secret to you.

Your secret?

I have no idea what it could be,

but he said it was a super crazy one that would shock all of you,

so I couldn't refuse.

I don't get it at all!

When all is said and done, Ms. Kashiwabara,

haven't you started to resemble Mr. Onizuka?

What?

Lately, you've been pretty influenced by him.

You've been butting into other people's business, just like him.

Hold on, stop that.

Being a teacher isn't even…

Being a teacher…

What about it?

Nothing.

Let's start homeroom.

Now that summer vacation is over, some of you may still be taking it easy…

Wow, without that problem teacher around,

the air in the staff room feels so refreshing.

This is truly how the academy was meant to be.

If possible, I wish he would take off forever!

Vice Principal, do you have a moment?

Yes, what is it?

But doesn't it feel sad without Mr. Onizuka around?

I was feeling that too. Like something is missing.

It's problematic for me if he doesn't come back soon.

Ms. Kashiwabara, do you also feel sad without Mr. Onizuka?

No! I just don't want to be in charge of the class.

What? No way.

Something wrong?

No, nothing really.

To my dearest wife, how are you?

On my end, perhaps because I was working too hard

at my assigned school, I've caught a summer cold.

I have a high fever and can't stop coughing.

Oh, but don't worry, no need to nurse me or anything.

However, if you insist on coming back…

Oh, but I still haven't

come up with an answer to what a Great Teacher is…

I feel anxious being alone though…

Please, come back home.

TAXI

Huh? What's wrong?

Ms. Kashiwabara.

I was passing nearby, so I bought you some fruit.

I was worried you weren't eating properly.

Oh, I'm sorry. Thank you very much.

Come in.

Excuse me.

Come in.

Excuse me.

Sorry, it's so messy… Oh, no!

I don't mind.

Okay.

The students were angry, you know. Because of the lie you told.

I'm sorry.

It's like wanting to know what people would say at your funeral.

I was super curious.

If you have time to think about that, I need you to hurry up and get better.

Oh, really?

Well…

This may not be the right time…

-I must tell you something important. -What? Oh, okay.

What is it?

Mr. Onizuka.

Actually, I…

Ms. Kashiwabara, I have a wife…

Yes, I know that.

Then, you don't need to say anything. Let's stop here.

No, I can't do that…

No, I need to prepare myself too…

I had no idea that you felt that way about me…

Sorry, are you misunderstanding something?

What?

A while ago, I applied to a company, and they've now sent me an offer.

So I'm thinking of quitting.

HUMAN RESOURCES

You startled me.

I mean, you were looking at me with such dreamy eyes…

I'm out of contacts, so I can't see!

So that's why…

Wait! Did you just say you're quitting the school?

Yes.

So, you need to return quickly.

No! You're joking, right?

I told you before, I never had plans to be a teacher forever.

I'm thinking of resigning as early as tomorrow.

No, wait a second.

When I asked before, I said we'd talk about that again later, but…

You can't quit.

Out of everyone I know, you're the most suited to being a teacher.

That's just your assumption.

Besides, the new company will pay me much better.

Don't be like that.

Take care.

Oh, wait, Ms. Kashiwabara.

AZUSA - SEEMS YOU ALREADY HAVE A WOMAN TAKING CARE OF YOU, HUH?

No way.

"It's a misunderstanding. A misunderstanding!"

Sorry.

Good morning.

Good morning.

Good morning.

You know, with Onizuka gone, it's nice and quiet, isn't it?

Is it? For me, it's too ordinary, so it's a bit boring.

Hey, I've been wondering for a while.

Do you have a boyfriend?

Why?

If you do, I was wondering how you found him.

I don't.

It's not like I have things to talk about.

-Good morning. -Morning.

-Good morning. -Good morning, Ayano.

What's wrong?

I'm kind of jealous of you, Ayano.

Look at me.

My bangs are always messy.

I want plumper under-eyes.

Don't worry about it, Cocoa. You're plenty cute as you are.

It must be nice to be you. You're always so composed.

It's like you don't have any worries.

No way. I'm dreading cram school later today.

RESIGNATION LETTER

PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE

Good morning.

Good morning.

Principal.

What is it, Ms. Kashiwabara?

Do you have a moment?

I have something important to discuss.

Oh? What is it?

It's a bit hard to say…

I…

Please wait a moment.

What is it?

No, I…

I have a wife!

No! That's not it. I'm sorry.

It's because of my contact lenses… You have the wrong idea.

Hey, what are you doing?

-You walked right into us. -Yeah.

What? You guys bumped into me!

We were just hanging out here.

-You shouldn't be hanging out here! -Why? This is a public space!

PROCEED TO MATCHING PLAN

I'm sorry.

Ms. Kashiwabara, what is it?

That important thing you mentioned…

What?

Oh, I have to go!

I'M COCOA

LOOKING FOR A WONDERFUL MAN TO GO TO KARAOKE WITH

Let's pretend I didn't see that. I'm quitting anyway.

MR. ONIZUKA ONE UNREAD MESSAGE

FORGOT TO TELL YOU SOMETHING IMPORTANT YESTERDAY

What?

PLEASE TAKE CARE OF OUR STUDENTS FOR ME

Oh, jeez.

Ms. Cocoa Ishibashi.

What is it?

If you're trying to do sugar dating, you should stop.

Why not? I just go to karaoke with them, and they give me money.

You say that, but what if you get into a dangerous situation?

Besides, if you get caught, you might get expelled since you're a minor.

Then please stay quiet about it.

I really need money.

Why?

That's because…

I'm getting plastic surgery.

What?

I can only earn money right now.

If I'm not a high school girl, no one will pick me.

That's not true, Ms. Cocoa. You are lovely as you are.

You know…

What?

You sound so condescending.

Miss, you're pretty and smart, so I bet you can easily get what you want.

-That's not true-- -Please.

Could you stop meddling in my life?

You may be Onizuka's henchman…

Wait a moment, I am not--

Just leave me alone already!

I won't cause trouble for you, Miss.

Goodbye.

Goodbye.

Maybe I should try talking to him.

What's wrong? What happened?

I wanted to talk, just the two of us.

This is not good.

-What? -It's best we don't talk at school.

Just a little is fine.

I'll contact you when school is over.

Got it.

Come on, give me a break…

SEISHIN HIGH SCHOOL

What?

-Don't come to my school… -What?

Are you talking to us?

Mr. Soma Sato, what's wrong?

Nothing.

Who are those kids?

They're acquaintances.

What were you talking about?

Just small talk.

What is with everyone…

Hello, Mom?

I'm going to cram school now.

I know.

Bye then.

Do your best.

Huh?

No…

I didn't see anything…

I didn't see anything…

I'm exhausted.

Hey, Chapu-Chapu.

I'm about to quit, so why do I keep witnessing things I don't wanna see?

Maybe fate is telling you, "Don't quit being a teacher."

No, it's the other way around!

God is telling me to quit being a teacher because it's such a pain!

Hey, if you're troubled, why don't you consult someone you can trust?

I have no one like that…

Right.

What do you think Mr. Onizuka would do at a time like this?

CONVERSING

Are you listening, Chapu-Chapu?

Miyo, could it be…

you like Mr. Onizuka?

Wait, stop that.

How old do you think he is?

But lately, I feel like you talk about him an awful lot.

Why would I like that old man…

Oh, enough already. I'll submit my resignation tomorrow!

Set the air conditioner to 26 degrees, and brighten the lighting a little.

500 watts for one minute.

Oh, play some music to cheer me up!

Principal!

What is it?

Actually, I…

Hey, don't mess around! What the heck?

-Oh? -What?

Isn't that your class?

I have to go!

Hey, you got a problem? Stop it.

Oh, wow!

Give it back!

Are you doing sugar dating?

Still, isn't this face a bit much?

You used too many filters. It's like a different person!

It has nothing to do with you guys!

Hey, does this stuff pay a lot? We should do it too.

Hey, give it back!

What are you doing?!

No, we were just messing around.

Right?

Ms. Ishibashi!

Jeez, give me a break already.

MR. ONIZUKA

HOW ARE YOU FEELING? GET BETTER QUICKLY AND COME BACK

SORRY, I CAME DOWN WITH A BAD CASE OF DIARRHEA…

What the heck?

Ms. Kashiwabara.

Yes?

I heard a female student from your class went home. What happened?

Oh, she was sugar da--

"Da" what?

Da…

She dashed home so fast, I didn't find out anything yet!

Go talk to her, and fast. You are in charge of Class 1-B, after all.

But I…

What is it?

RESIGNATION LETTER

Vice Principal, I have a very important matter to…

What?

It's hard to say… Actually…

Oh, no.

My wife only left me recently, but…

If that's how you feel, Miss…

What?

No!

Why does everyone misunderstand me?

Please, come in.

Excuse me.

This is my husband and son.

Sorry to interrupt your meal.

It's fine. We're sorry our daughter caused you trouble.

Where is Ms. Cocoa?

Since she came home, she hasn't come out of her room.

She said she won't go to school anymore.

Just leave her be. She'll come out.

She has always been like this.

Since she was young, when there's something she doesn't like, she sulks.

Really?

Remember that time back in middle school?

Yeah. She wanted a new smartphone…

COCOA

Cocoa? Your homeroom teacher is here.

Ms. Cocoa, do you have a moment?

I'm coming in.

What a cute room.

No matter what you say, I'm not going to school anymore.

Don't say things like that. Your parents were worried too.

Nothing but lies.

Those people could never understand my feelings.

Why?

Because they have confidence in themselves,

so they don't understand how important looks are these days.

If only they had given birth to me with looks like Kotone or Ayano,

I wouldn't have had to worry like this.

I already told you, you don't need to worry at all.

Did you know?

80 percent of Japanese people have a gene called

the serotonin transporter that makes us feel anxious easily, apparently.

So it's best you don't worry unnecessarily…

You keep going on and on, acting all high and mighty…

What?

What you are doing right now

is just harassing me with your logic, emotions, and authority!

What are you saying?

Except for this dog, no one cares about me at all.

That's why my family is still so carefree,

and not a single one of my classmates has contacted me.

Who is it?

Onizuka.

COCOA, YOU OKAY? SORRY I COULDN'T VISIT YOU

See? He's worried about you.

That's just because it's his job. Same goes for you, doesn't it?

No, well…

Man, I wish I could be reincarnated.

Being a high school girl in this day and age is too hard.

It feels like you're tied to social media 24/7.

If someone DMs you asking, "Are you watching this show?"

even if you don't care, you have to reply, or they'll think you're ignoring them.

And when talking with classmates,

all I'm doing is agreeing with them all day long.

You know,

watching influencers who have it all figured out on social media,

I feel like I'll never stand on the same stage as them.

So all I feel is sheer despair.

I wish I was at least born into a rich family.

I could spend my inheritance living in a hotel

and enjoy life forever.

Right, Pudding?

You keep babbling on and on about boring nonsense…

What?

When you get down to it, all you're saying is

you don't want to get hurt, you don't want to do anything yourself,

but you want what others have, and you don't want to be made fun of or ignored.

What I hate most about being a teacher

is having to deal with brats like you who have absurdly high pride and nothing else.

Sorry, but I don't have time to cater to your pathetic need for validation anymore.

You don't have to say it so harshly.

You cry right away whenever someone says something rough… Do what you want!

If you don't want to come to school, don't! I'm quitting teaching anyway.

What?

I messed up big time.

Good morning.

Morning.

Good morning.

Good morning.

ABOUT YOUR REPLY TO OUR OFFER

COULD WE GET A REPLY ABOUT OUR OFFER?

SORRY FOR MY LATE REPLY. I GLADLY ACCEPT YOUR OFFER.

KASHIWABARA

Ms. Kashiwabara.

Yes? What is it?

I know it must be rough not having Mr. Onizuka around,

but please take good care of Class 1-B.

What?

Mr. Onizuka even said he really relies on you.

No, but I…

What?

I mean, I…

This is not good. It's best we don't talk at school.

It's fine.

Mr. Miyazawa…

Well…

Yes?

Are you dating someone?

What? Um… I…

Please don't misunderstand!

It's not like I have feelings for you or anything.

Then why ask?

Because…

Never mind.

Excuse me.

CLASS 1-B

"'What sort of frame is it?' Her Highness asked him.

'It is altogether magnificent,' he replied."

People say, 'It is a frame design unlike anything they have ever seen before.'

'Indeed, I myself have never seen anything like it,' he stated proudly.

Then, I remarked, 'Well then, that must be the frame, or bones, of a jellyfish.'

'I’ll claim that joke as my own!' Takaie replied, and laughed heartily.

Things like this are usually included among laughable matters,

but as a small story…"

My daughter left for school earlier today.

Oh, really?

What? She didn't go?

Did Ms. Cocoa say anything about me?

Since that night.

No, not really.

She ate and slept normally, so I was even a little relieved.

I understand.

I'll try calling her from my end.

Excuse me.

The person you are calling cannot come to the phone right now…

Ms. Kashiwabara.

Yes?

You said you had…

something important to tell me.

Right.

What is it?

Well, actually…

RESIGNATION LETTER

You can't quit.

Out of everyone I know, you're the most suited to being a teacher.

Mr. Onizuka even said he really relies on you.

Oh, come on!

I have to go!

SEISHIN HIGH SCHOOL

Ms. Cocoa.

Sorry for making you wait.

It's okay.

-Let's go. -Yeah.

MS. COCOA, ARE YOU OKAY? DON'T DO ANYTHING RECKLESS

MS. COCOA, ARE YOU OKAY? DON'T DO ANYTHING RECKLESS

LEAVE ME ALONE

What am I even doing?

I'M ALMOST THERE

IF I GO WITH YOU TO A HOTEL WILL YOU GIVE ME 30,000 YEN?

GOT IT

What do you want for dinner?

I'll count down, and if Onizuka texts me before I reach zero,

I'll go home.

Ten.

Nine.

Eight.

Seven.

Six.

Five.

Four.

Three.

Two.

One.

Zero.

Sorry for making you wait!

Why are you here?

We made plans, didn't we?

MEET AT 5 P.M.

No way.

Well,

shall we go? You'll come with me to a hotel, right?

What, are you scared?

No way.

-Hey. -What?

Are you really giving me money?

Of course. Let's see, 30,000…

Cut it out, not here.

Oh, sorry.

But is this okay? You're a teacher. They'll fire you, you know.

What, are you worried about me? Should we go back then?

Of course not.

Hey, are you running away?

Excuse me, are you okay?

I'll move you, okay?

What do we do?

What are you doing? Call an ambulance!

Got it!

And bring an AED!

Got it!

What, an AED?

Hurry!

Chapu-Chapu, I've made up my mind.

I'm definitely quitting this teacher job.

CONVERSING

Chapu-Chapu, aren't you going to say anything?

CONVERSING

Hello. Sorry for calling so late at night.

My name is Kashiwabara. I'm calling about your offer…

Oh, please excuse me.

What, why?

Well, a lot happened.

But Cocoa was amazing.

What?

We found a woman unconscious,

but thanks to Cocoa performing CPR,

her life was saved.

My grandma has heart issues,

and she had an attack.

I couldn't do anything back then, and it frustrated me,

so I studied a lot.

I see.

Besides, anyone could do something like that.

No, I think only you could have done that.

What?

When I saw you

desperately doing chest compressions,

single-mindedly wishing for her to be okay…

It made me think…

"What I am looking at is true beauty."

That was, you know, how should I put it?

Something only you have…

Ms. Kashiwabara! Say something impressive as usual.

What?

I…

Give me a break!

I've already decided to quit being a teacher!

There you go with that again…

I'm just sick of it! Such a hassle of a job!

I can't do this, can't do that, because of "compliance"…

Always walking on eggshells around sassy brats…

And when they go overboard and I warn them, I get accused of harassment.

When I scold them for their own good

and they give an exaggerated sigh, it pisses me off.

And besides,

after-school activities, dealing with parents, it's too much unpaid overtime.

It's like none of this "work reform" reached us teachers at all!

No, but,

isn't it fun being with the kids in class?

That side of you pisses me off too!

Irresponsible, oblivious, and a total nuisance, yet you still enjoy yourself!

It's not like I…

Must be nice to act without thinking of the consequences,

but I can't do that!

I don't even actually like kids! I don't like dealing with people either!

I find it annoying to take calls from my parents in the countryside!

Talking to AI is when I feel the most at ease!

Do I really have to keep being a teacher?

Of course you do!

Why do I?

Because there are many things

only you can teach!

What?

With the knowledge

and words that only you can convey,

you have saved so many kids in our class.

You're always cool-headed,

and you observe the students properly,

so you notice tiny changes before anyone else.

Who else is more suited to be a teacher than that?

Plus, you have way more time left than I do!

From my perspective, it's like, "Don't mess with me, damn it!"

If you're going to quit, give that time to me!

You don't realize how fortunate you are,

yet you keep imposing restrictions on yourself…

Maybe you shouldn't push yourself…

No, I need to lecture her more.

Also,

can you stop badmouthing being a teacher?

Every day, you get to witness children grow!

Is there any other job as wonderful as this?

Wait, are you okay?

Aren't you pushing yourself too hard? You okay?

What?

-Are you awake? -Yeah.

Here, take your temperature.

Huh? Where's Cocoa?

She went home yesterday.

She laughed and said, "Mr. Onizuka has a cold,

yet he pushed himself so hard. He's such an idiot!"

My bad.

Let me see.

It went down.

I made some porridge, so please eat if you'd like.

Thank you.

Oh, right.

-I've been wondering for a while. -Yeah?

When you took time off,

you threatened me, saying you'd reveal my secret.

So what is it?

Right…

That was, of course…

That you, Ms. Kashiwabara, are a better teacher than anyone else.

What? Is that it?

I mean…

Because some students haven't realized it yet.

So don't quit…

Leave the key in the mailbox when you leave. I'm heading to work.

Wait, which job?

Isn't it obvious?

I am truly very sorry.

I've decided I want to continue with my current job after all.

Excuse me.

What's wrong?

Ms. Cocoa.

I just…

couldn't build up the courage to face everyone in class.

You already have

more than enough courage.

What?

When you saved someone yesterday,

you had no hesitation. Give yourself credit.

Having courage means being strong.

It means being kind.

It means harboring incredible potential.

So,

from now on, I want you to be more aware of the courage you possess

and live with confidence.

Then, maybe I'll be brave and say this.

What? Say what?

Up until now, I thought growing up and getting a job

sounded awful.

But yesterday, after seeing you two argue,

I decided to stop thinking like that.

Why?

Because

you made me want to become a teacher.

What?

So, I'll go with TC for my nickname.

TC?

Short for Teacher Cocoa.

Got it.

TC.

Someday,

I hope I can teach at the same school as you, Miss.

Good morning!

Good morning.

Good morning.

All right.

Ms. Kashiwabara.

Yes?

Looks like you resolved your issue. That's great.

Thank you very much.

But…

What?

I don't know what I should say about you…

Good morning!

Good morning!

Morning!

Eikichi Onizuka has fully recovered and returned!

Why don't you take the rest of the year off?

There you go again.

Bet you were lonely without me.

-Shut up, go over there! -Come on…

Go away!

It feels so refreshing and nice in this staff room.

Welcome back, Mr. Onizuka.

Glad to see you feeling better.

Mr. Murayama, Ms. Koizumi.

I'll put even more effort into my work.

So look forward to it. You too, Abechan.

I told you to stop calling me that.

Ms. Kashiwabara,

I'm so glad.

We'll be working together a while longer.

Sorry for making you all worry.

I, Eikichi Onizuka, am back.

Let's make today a good day too.

What?

What's wrong? Hey.

I thought you'd be like, "Welcome back" or "Glad you're better."

What happened?

Your rating on the feedback system…

Did it go up even more?

Hey! What on earth is this?

ONE GOOD RATING

There's only one good rating left…

By the way, that one's mine.

Thank you. So, what about the rest of you?

Yes, did something happen?

It's a punishment.

Punishment?

Onicchi, you lied and said you have a serious illness!

We were genuinely worried…

We feel like idiots.

You can be too childish sometimes.

You need to act a bit more like an adult.

You've been awfully cocky lately.

We need to punish you a bit.

Oh, man, I'm sorry! I won't do it again!

Keep on enjoying your youth!

What should we do?

If you tell us the test questions, we might consider it.

Leave it to me!

What are you saying? Obviously not.

Sorry…

Why don't you all forgive him? Mr. Onizuka seems to regret it.

What should we do?

I guess if Ms. Kashiwabara says so.

EIKICHI ONIZUKA CLASS 1-B

GOOD RATINGS

I finally reached 25 good ratings!

And all of you are looking up from your tablets at me.

At first, not a single one of you did…

Is something wrong, Ms. Kashiwabara?

No, nothing really.

I still have three bad ratings left.

It's like, "Who the heck are they?"

You can't ask that. It's anonymous.

Yeah, I know.

All right, time for the second term's schedule and things to keep in mind…

HOW ABOUT YOU ALL STOP? HOW STUPID CAN YOU BE?

WHEN WILL YOU REALIZE HE'S TRICKING YOU?

Wait, what is this?

What?

HE'S BEEN FIRED FROM ALL HIS PREVIOUS SCHOOLS

FOR USING VIOLENCE, SEXUAL HARASSMENT, ETC.

NO MATTER WHAT, I WON'T ACCEPT HIM

I WON'T TRUST HIM, EVEN IF I'M THE ONLY ONE LEFT

Hey.

Who the heck is still doing this?

I am.

How long are you going to let him fool you? Are you stupid?

Don't fight in class!

Why do I have to keep going through all this?

Just leave me alone!

Are former bike gang members not allowed to become teachers?

You sound a bit like Onizuka, Ms. Kashiwabara.

Who the hell rides something this uncool?

You bastard!

Both of you are lecturing me, so high and mighty.

It's over!

Become smarter, Ayano.

Subtitle translation by: Nix S.