Original subtitles

It would only be for a day.

I'd like you to go out with me.

Here's to our mutually beneficial partnership.

Let's make it an established truth instead.

You're welcome.

It's the least I could do for this tie.

Happy birthday.

Aoshima?

I'm glad to have run into you today, Ms. Yukino.

- See you. - Right, see you.

Sorry about that, I'm fine now.

Did you think I'd make a move or something?

Hey, woah.

I'll be heading out, for real this time.

Thanks for treating me to a drink today.

I was relieved...

But also a bit disappointed.

I'm so confused.

What am I doing?

[Aoshima-kun is a Bully!]

Good morning, folks.

This stuff is still lying around?

- Tanizaki. - Yes, sir?

These boards and boxes need to be put away until our next promotional event.

Right, will do.

I'm getting real "bored" of seeing them around.

- Ms. Kimura. - Yes?

Could you help me carry all this stuff?

Sorry, my hands are full right now.

I see.

Guess I'll need to ask someone else...

That you will.

Thanks for lending me a hand, ma'am.

Of course. I just happened to be free anyway.

I can see why Aoshima fell head over heels for you.

Careful!

Aoshima and I were actually classmates back at uni.

You would not believe how popular the guy was.

One time, he even had a stalker problem. The police ended up having to intervene!

Terrifying.

I had a girl date me because she was one of his fans, too.

He was famous around campus both for his looks, and for not taking any girl seriously.

I see.

- Are you okay? - Fine, fine.

But look at Aoshima now. He's head over heels for you.

The man's crazy in love!

Now that's growth right there.

You think so?

Aoshima. Could you bring this to Sales?

Aoshima?

No, I don't want to see him now.

- Aoshima. - Hey.

We were just talking about you.

Isn't that right, Ms. Katsuragi?

Ms. Katsuragi?

You know I can see you.

Well, I wasn't trying to hide.

This all looks like a real hassle to carry.

- Should I help? - No, I'll manage.

Aw, don't push me away.

Tell me when you need a hand.

I am your boyfriend, after all.

Right, Ms. Yukino?

You two certainly seem to be hitting it off.

But no flirting while I'm here, yeah?

Sorry, sorry.

- Say, are you free tonight, Aoshima? - Yeah.

- Then let's grab a drink together. - Sure.

Sorry, I'll be borrowing him for the night.

Go ahead.

[Manraitei Izakaya]

- Your refills, good sirs. - Thank you.

Man, you really surprised me today though.

Who knew you could be so kind to a lady.

Aren't I always kind?

You only act kind.

You never actually mean it.

Excuse me, could I get some baked baby corn, please?

- Coming up. - Really now.

And that's exactly why I'm so relieved.

It's nice to see you actually fall in love for once.

Huh?

Ms. Katsuragi?

Well, rather than like her, I just enjoy teasing her.

Yeah, yeah. Brag about your sweetheart all you want.

I'm... bragging?

When you two were flirting in the hallway, your whole heart was on your sleeve.

It's like you were screaming your love, loud and proud.

I could see it on your face.

And that's not anything you could've faked -

Hello?

Here you go.

The usual.

On the house.

Pig's feet?

You're having pig's feet, again?

My food, my choice.

Where's my baby corn?

I need to process all this.

Give me a minute.

Sure.

I'm home.

Despite everything that happened...

he still acts so nonchalant.

I know I'm only there to ward off the girls.

I know that, but...

Tell me when you need a hand.

I am your boyfriend, after all.

He really uses the moniker whenever it's convenient, doesn't he?

Everything's all "boyfriend" this, "boyfriend" that...

Yukino! Morning.

Morning.

You look off. Didn't sleep?

Yeah, I had a lot on my mind.

Did something happen with Aoshima again?

I feel like he's leading me on.

That's it?

It's like I'm at odds with myself.

And?

And the more I try to ignore it, the more interested I become.

I see. So?

So, I end up circling back to thinking about Aoshima.

Interest is all it takes to sell a product.

He's the perfect salesman.

I expected nothing less of my bias.

You're being ridiculous. Let's go.

Anyway, what matters most is what you want to do about this.

Do you let him in, or not?

I don't know, and that's the dilemma.

I remember getting so flustered about romance. Those were the good ol' days.

- You think? - Let me live vicariously through you.

Now you're just being silly.

[Cat Beverage Inc.]

If I knew what I wanted...

Then I wouldn't be losing sleep over this.

- Good morning, Ms. Katsuragi. - Morning.

We're replenishing each department's stock of these guest refreshments today, right?

- Right. Let's start after lunch. - Sounds good.

Mr. Tanizaki, you have a call from our Sapporo branch.

Me?

Apparently, they haven't received the necessary materials for their upcoming "Blue Punch" promotional event.

Haven't received it?

Right, because I'll be sending it next week.

Wait, huh?

Oh no.

I'm terribly sorry for my mistake, Chief.

I had forgotten to send over the necessary materials.

You'll need to travel to Sapporo yourself to get it there on time.

Ms. Katsuragi, I can't help you deliver those "Blue Punch" refreshments.

- I'm so sorry. - It's alright.

I'll get someone else to help out.

I'm really, truly sorry for my blunder.

Now then, Tanizaki here is on his way to Sapporo!

- Good luck. - Safe travels.

I hope I can get through security with all this...

Mr. Tanizaki sure doesn't lose heart, does he?

He does not, indeed.

That's exactly why I'm so relieved.

It's nice to see you actually fall in love for once.

[There is an error in the program. Will you proceed?] [OK - Cancel]

That's freezing...

[Blue Punch]

This is heavy.

Right then.

I've brought your stock of guest refreshments.

Where should I place them?

On top of that shelf, please.

Sure thing.

Come on, Aoshima.

Here I go.

You have some real upper arm strength.

Not really.

Wow...

I'm starting to feel the effects of all this labor.

Doesn't help that I'm sleep-deprived either.

I still have so many boxes to deliver.

Maybe I'll try asking someone to help.

But everyone's already busy as is...

Right, let's do this.

Aoshima?

Are you alright?

Why are you here?

I saw you earlier, and got worried with how you looked.

Here, take it easy.

I'll handle the rest of this.

No, I'll help...

You did all this on your own?

Are these all the remaining deliveries to be made?

Yup.

I'll be back.

- Hey - - Stay hydrated, and relax.

Thanks.

This is the last delivery.

I'm done.

Sorry for making you take over.

Thanks.

It was good exercise.

My muscles appreciated it.

So...

You really do take on everything yourself, don't you?

Don't keep those burdens to yourself.

Learn to rely on others every once in a while.

Like I said the other day,

tell me when you need a hand.

Because...

Everything I said was...

Was a bluff, because Tanizaki was watching. Right?

Besides...

I've long forgotten how to rely on others by now.

Either way, you seriously saved me today.

Thank you, really.

See you around.

[Snack Bar Reiko]

Did you see that, Tamayo?

I did indeed, Reiko.

Mizuki, you've been sighing.

Is this because of that girl you kissed and pissed off?

Every time I see her, I get the urge to do something for her. I don't get it.

He's fallen!

For once, he's not on the receiving end of affection.

How does this girl feel about you?

I don't have a clue.

Is he experiencing his first one-sided crush?

At least she might dislike him.

Imagine if she felt nothing at all. Now that's true misery.

Oh gosh...

Unlike your stir-fried udon, which is as delicious as ever.

Thank you.

In any case, start worrying after you tell her how you feel.

Teasing her won't get you anywhere, dear.

For real?

I can finish this by midnight if I really concentrate.

Here, take it easy.

I'll handle the rest of this.

Aoshima? [Aoshima]

Hello?

Ms. Yukino...

Aoshima? Is everything okay?

Help...

What?

Everything hurts.

What? Where are you right now?

My house.

I'll be right there.

Send me your address.

Thank you.

Here.

Aoshima?

Are you okay? Should we go to the hospital?

I can call the ambulance...

Got you good.

You were worried about me.

Sorry, what?

I wanted to see if you would actually come.

So you pulled my leg, again.

Huh?

Aoshima, do you remember what you told me after the wedding?

You said there was nothing wrong with a well-meaning lie.

Well this?

This wasn't a well-meaning lie at all.

Don't bother calling again.

Wait!

I'm sorry.

I didn't realize I'd make you so upset.

I'm upset, but I'm also not.

Despite how much you take me for a loop...

Despite how much I outwardly despise your teasing...

I can't wholeheartedly say I dislike it.

I'm upset at myself more than anyone else.

I'm disappointed in who I've become.

That's why I think we should drop this whole "dating" act.

What if we weren't acting?

Ms. Yukino, what if I said I liked you?

Would you go out with me for real?