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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?

Very funny.

Another one of your jokes, huh?

I wasn't -

I have some work to finish up back at my place.

I'll need to get back to it.

Sorry. I'll see you home.

No, it's fine.

- But - - Really, I'll manage.

See you.

[Aoshima-kun is a Bully!]

Aoshima confessed to you?

Quiet!

So? Tell me everything.

I think it was just another one of his jokes.

Don't tell me you ran without even giving him an answer.

Joke or not,

a confession from a guy 9 years your junior is a rarity.

Not to mention that junior is the Aoshima.

It's a rarity, but nothing more.

And why confess to me, of all people?

Who cares. How do you feel?

Were you turned off by his confession or something?

Not exactly...

- See? - But -

- But what? - Romance hasn't always been kind to me.

I just want a calm life, with no drama. That's all.

Besides, we're 9 years apart. It would never work out.

Would you have dated him if he were our age?

Well...

You're just trying to prevent a crisis.

You're running from the issue,

because you don't want to end up hurt.

Your feelings for Aoshima are true, and you know it.

What are you so desperate to protect, at the cost of lying to yourself?

Takako holds nothing back, does she?

She's all about logic, that fiend...

[Manraitei Izakaya]

Time to drink my worries away...

You're having pig's feet, again?

My food, my choice.

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

I might run into Aoshima here.

[Snack Bar Reiko]

Good evening.

My, are you here for our sage wisdom again?

"Wisdom"?

You both just love to harp on my woes.

All in good fun. Right, Reiko?

Of course. Anything for our adorable son.

Today's update is that he made this girl worry for nothing,

and then she took his confession as a joke.

What an absolute fool you are.

A fool indeed.

Your dashing looks won't let you get away with everything, dear.

I do regret calling her out like that.

But I was serious about my confession.

Maybe it is because I'm younger...

So she's older. By how much?

- 9 years. She's 35. - I see, so she's 35...

Wait, 35 years old?

Now I see why she's so hard to get.

No wonder she's dodged all your advances.

She's 35.

I don't think age matters.

That's what all smitten boys say. Us ladies worry about stuff like that.

Say, isn't your new husband ten years your junior?

He is. This story takes place right after my divorce.

I got absolutely fed up with Mizuki's father and our marriage.

I don't blame you. That man is not husband material whatsoever.

I had thought romance was not in the cards for me anymore.

Except my husband now is both passionate and kind.

He never relented in courting me.

Like a warrior, forging through a castle with only his blade to guide him.

Was the war a tough one?

Not for him. I was powerless in the face of his passion.

How thrilling! What happened next?

- What happened indeed. - Tell me!

Tune in next week to find out.

What even is this...

I never knew there was so much drama.

Right?

"I was confessed to by a guy ten years my junior."

"What should I do?"

And the answers say...

"This is the opportunity of a lifetime."

"If you don't date him,

you would be a blubbering buffoon."

Hmph.

People can say all they want when it's not their problem, huh?

I thought I was beyond romance.

What am I trying to protect, by pursuing an easy, simple life?

I don't know.

Yikes, this is awkward.

Good afternoon.

Good afternoon.

Good afternoon.

This is bad.

What if he pulls that move again?

He's not making any moves.

The doors will be closing.

This is even more awkward.

I need to say something.

So...

I'm sorry for springing all that on you the other day.

It's fine. I'm not bothered by it.

On that note, there's something I wanted to tell you.

What is it?

We can drop the dating act.

What?

Feel free to tell everyone we broke up.

That's all.

The doors will be closing.

I almost forgot.

Just so you know, my confession was no joke.

The doors will be closing.

Why do we have to work on a weekend?

And all the way in Yugawara, too...

Besides, this is an outdoor event promoting sales, not general affairs.

Why are we forced to help out?

They're short-staffed due to another event.

It's out of our hands.

- Here. - Thank you.

Now get folding.

I don't mind helping out from time to time though.

You look happy for someone who's losing an entire day off.

That's because my boyfriend is coming to pick me up

for a hot spring date afterwards.

- Really? - He even got us bookings for a really famous inn.

No wonder you're in high spirits.

It'll get me through the day. I need the motivation.

Fair point. I totally understand.

Then what about you, Ms. Katsuragi?

Me?

You could be inviting Aoshima.

I don't think he'll be available even if I did.

He said work has been slowing down for him though.

I'm sure he's just saying that.

Besides, Aoshima prefers to work on his days off.

He might be called in to fix our systems again.

I bet Aoshima would drop everything if you invited him, though.

He is madly in love with you after all.

- Tomorrow? - Yeah.

I don't have any particular plans.

Great. Come visit us then.

I'll be bored helping out at the event all day.

Why should I?

Maybe because your beloved Ms. Katsuragi will also be there?

Ms. Yukino will be there?

I told her she should extend the invite, but she didn't think you would come.

I bet she's being considerate, since you're so busy and all.

Ms. Katsuragi truly is a wonderful girlfriend. I expected nothing less.

A hot spring date after work, huh?

No, I am not jealous.

Just so you know, my confession was no joke.

He was only teasing, that's all.

Right then.

[Miyagase Park Main Stage]

Our team is expected to give out all of these samples today.

This much? Won't we have leftovers?

It's getting hot, people will get thirsty.

Let's all bring our A-game today.

- Yes, ma'am. - Great.

Ready to go.

Good morning.

Aoshima! Thanks for coming.

Aoshima? Why?

I invited him since he said he was free.

And because you felt bad for doing so yourself.

He came out today to see you? Chivalry isn't dead after all.

I'm jealous.

Your boyfriend is coming after your shift too, isn't he?

- I suppose. - Lucky you.

Cute accessory.

Should I help?

- No... - Relax, dude.

It's your day off.

Go and chill in the shade over there.

Wait!

Here, one for you.

- Thanks. - Your obligatory "Blue Punch".

"Refreshing cider"!

Congratulations to our winner!

Please try a bottle of our newest product, "Blue Punch".

Give it a go.

Would you like a "Blue Punch"?

Please try a bottle of our newest product, "Blue Punch".

These bottles aren't dwindling one bit...

Tanizaki.

Make sure you stay hydrated.

Right.

- Are you holding up? - Yes, thank you.

Thank you.

Ms. Kimura, don't push yourself. Take breaks if you need to, okay?

I will.

Please give our "Blue Punch" a try.

We have some "Blue Punch" right here.

Would you like some "Blue Punch"?

We're not doing so well.

We still have tons of boxes left.

The sales team will get more foot traffic.

Our area is incomparable.

Let's not give up yet.

We can only do our best, right?

I'll help.

Aoshima.

We can do this. Let's get through our whole stock.

No, but...

Would you all like some "Blue Punch"?

It's our newest product.

Please give our "Blue Punch" a try.

Who's that?

"Blue Punch", anyone?

- I'd like one. - Thank you.

- Here you go. - Thank you.

For you.

We can do this. This is our chance!

"Blue Punch", anyone?

Here you go.

Please, take one.

For you.

We still have plenty more.

Please give our "Blue Punch" a try.

Here you go.

- Great work, you all. - You, too.

Man, I'm glad we were able to deplete our whole stock.

We have everyone's hard work to thank for that.

Aoshima, too. Thanks for helping.

You're welcome.

Oh, my boyfriend is calling.

That's my cue to get going.

- See you. - Enjoy.

Where are you?

- I'll be heading out as well. - Sure.

Thanks for coming out and helping today, Aoshima.

And since I can read the room, you two enjoy yourselves, yeah?

Good bye, you both.

- Don't forget this. - Thank you.

I'll put it here.

See you two at the office.

Looks like it's just us two now.

Should we follow suit, and get going as well?

I'm not actually heading straight home today.

What?

I booked a night at a nearby hot spring resort for myself.

So we'll part ways -

Excuse me, are you people with Cats Beverage Inc.?

We are, yes.

How could they forget this much stuff?

We'll have to bring it back ourselves.

Should I call Tanizaki back here?

It's fine, I'll carry it all back.

All this by yourself, again?

What did I tell you about relying on others?

Sorry to have you help again.

It's fine by me.

Aoshima, you can head home now. I'll carry the rest in.

Maybe I'll stay a night with you.

What?

I'm already here, I might as well take a dip in the hot springs.

Right, I get that.

But staying the night, together?

I never said we'd be in the same room.

I'll go ask if they have any spare rooms.

I was able to book a room.

I don't usually visit hot springs, so this is nice.

I see.

That's good to hear.

Then I guess I'll head to my room and unwind.

Right. Thanks for helping me carry all this.

Of course.

Yes?

Let's reconvene to leave together tomorrow.

I'll help you carry all this out.

Oh, right. Sounds good.

I'll see you then.

We can do this.

Let's get through our whole stock.

What did I tell you about relying on others?

I had him help all day.

Maybe I should've thanked him somehow...

Yikes.

[Are you free to meet up later?]

[Would you like share a couple of drinks together?]

She's probably exhausted.

Aoshima? You were taking a dip as well?

I was.

Aren't the hot springs here nice?

They live up to their reputation.

They sure do.

Alright, then. Good night.

Thanks for helping today.

Good night. See you tomorrow.

Say...

I'd like to thank you for today.

How about we share a drink or two?

Cheers.

Well, I invited him over.

Is something more supposed to come out of this?

No. We're just drinking. In my room.

Right, I invited him to my room. Does he think I'm seducing him?

What do I do...

These vitamins are great for hangovers.

Give it a try for tomorrow.

Thank you.

I bet your legs are sore, too.

This massager helps with that.

Here, give it a try.

Thank you.

Also, here.

Ta-da.

Wear these to sleep, and you won't feel bloated in the morning.

It should fit.

Thank you.

Uh oh. I've run out of things to talk about.

Okay, last ditch resort.

Let's drink ourselves silly. We're both excused tomorrow morning anyway -

No.

Ms. Yukino.

Yes?

We're already here.

I won't let you use alcohol as an excuse tonight.