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Don't go.

You know what?

This might be the happiest I've ever been in my entire life.

I admit, this isn't what I expected.

I mean, I didn't think he'd stay till morning...

Good morning.

G-Good morning.

Oh no, he's super duper cute.

We have to start getting ready.

Lay here a little longer?

Okay.

Thank you for letting me use your shower.

Of course. Do you want breakfast?

Thank you, but I don't eat breakfast.

What?

You'll get hungry though. I can make you a rice ball instead?

In that case, I'll stay to eat a bit.

Here.

- Thank you for breakfast. - Sure thing.

This is good.

I'm glad you like it.

It reminds me of my grandmother's cooking.

[Aoshima-kun is a Bully!]

I'll be heading home first for a change of clothes.

Sure.

Though I'd love to head to work together with you.

Aoshima. Does this not bother you at all?

Does what not bother me?

The fact that I'm 9 years your senior.

Not at all.

I see.

Ms. Yukino.

Yes?

Don't ever hesitate to tell me what's on your mind, okay?

I'll see you at the office.

See you.

I feel like I'm on cloud nine.

Which is exactly why I'm anxious.

[Day 1]

- Everything is delicious. - Really?

You're a really great cook.

Thank you.

- What should we drink tonight? - Hm...

- Too many options? - Definitely.

- This one? - Yes.

You picked a sweet one.

[Day 3]

Can I come over again?

[Sure. I'll be waiting]

Right then.

I'm home.

[Day 4]

Coming.

Come on in.

Long day?

[Day 6]

[Day 7]

I want to see you today.

Again?

I'm home...

Coming...

Come on in.

How are you?

Another long day?

[Day 8]

Yukino, you look utterly exhausted.

Honestly, I am.

You have a dedicated boyfriend.

So, what's the issue now?

Aoshima wants to be with me all the time.

But this is new to me. I feel so lost.

"I want some time alone."

"But he's smitten. I can't deny him our time together."

"How am I supposed to bring this up?"

- Did I get all that right? - Absolutely.

I know I'm lucky that he's dedicated, but...

Augh, I'm so annoyed.

My boyfriend's so busy, he hasn't texted in forever.

He just keeps leaving me on read.

He hasn't even replied in a week!

I mean, at this point, why are we even dating?

Women in their twenties fight over not having enough time together.

Women in their thirties get stressed over too much time together.

Funny, isn't it?

What would Aoshima think

if I said I wanted more alone time?

I wish I was better at communicating these things...

What're you sighing about now?

Long time no see, Katsuragi.

Fujiwara? What brings you to the Tokyo branch?

I'm a part of the "Black Strong Coffee" co-development team.

I'm the Osaka branch rep.

- What a coincidence, I'll be sitting in on those meetings. - Really?

Didn't realize you'd be there.

Today's mostly for greeting various folks though.

We should catch up tomorrow. Invite Suzuki as well.

Great idea. If Takako's free, we'd have the old gang back together.

That'd be nice.

Well then, I'll be on my way.

Sure. I'll text you about tomorrow?

Sounds good.

Turn left.

I won't be able to come over today. I'm working overtime.

I'm so sorry, Aoshima.

Because, honestly?

Heck yes!

Alright. Good luck with overtime!

Finally, I get to wear whatever.

Okay, it's not like I don't want to see Aoshima.

I just like having time to myself, too.

Now what should I binge tonight...

Who could that be?

Yes?

Good evening. This is Aoshima.

A-Aoshima?

Give me a minute.

Yikes...

My hair looks... fine.

Surprise.

Come on in.

Here.

Did I catch you at a bad time?

No, not really.

I just thought I'd be alone tonight.

Anyway, come on in.

Okay. I'll head home for tonight.

- But... - Here's some beer I brought as a peace offering.

Enjoy your time alone, okay?

Good night.

No, Aoshima -

Yikes...

I've really done it now.

[Snack Bar Reiko]

So you surprised your girlfriend by visiting her place.

I thought it'd be a welcome surprise, but...

But she wasn't like, "No way, I'm so happy to see you"!

So now you're here, sulking.

If I could see my partner all the time, I would. Isn't that normal?

Not necessarily.

Failing to strike a balance between your preferences can end up stressing both parties.

Remember, your girlfriend had a lifestyle that worked for her before this relationship.

And if she's someone who'd give her all,

she may be forcing herself to match your pace.

I'm not trying to give her more trouble though...

I have to apologize to Aoshima for last night.

- Morning. - Good morning.

Sorry for yesterday.

Will you be coming over today?

He replied.

I won't be visiting for the time being.

I seriously messed up.

I'll just get the old gang to cheer me up...

Katsuragi. Over here.

Hey there.

- Where's Suzuki? - She should be here soon.

- Who's that? - Where should we go for drinks and dinner?

- I want to see how the old Boss is doing. - Sounds good.

- Yeah? - Hey there, you two.

- The whole gang's here. - Where are we going?

- Guess. - Where do you think?

- Here's your second helping of beer. - Thanks, Boss. [Manraitei Izakaya]

- Any time. - Here you go.

So, Katsuragi. You're dating a youngster from the tech team?

Wait... Takako!

Relax, it's not like it's a company secret.

Yeah, what's this Aoshima like? Is he cuter than me?

He is. Cute, yes.

Not to mention he's hot, capable, and smitten with Yukino to boot!

Damn. Have you two talked about marriage?

We haven't been dating long, so no.

I also sort of made him mad yesterday.

What, how?

He caught onto how I wanted time alone.

Yikes. He's definitely hurting.

Don't get me wrong, I feel bad about it, too.

I just haven't gotten the chance to properly apologize yet.

That's enough about me. How has life been for you, Fujiwara?

Actually, I'd been cheating on my wife.

- What? - Huh?

She found out, too.

You're a douche.

And how did your wife react?

Well, I was prepared for a divorce.

I was ready to meet all her demands for her and our daughter, too.

- But then... - Then?

She calmly said,

"I'm not filing a divorce. Just pay for the house,

and don't have anymore kids."

That's terrifying in its own right.

I really thought she would at least get mad.

But it's like she won't even spare me an emotion.

- Katsuragi. - Yeah?

You have to apologize.

And don't hold it off either.

Or else you'll end up like me.

Yeah, you've lost all credibility in my book.

You've certainly gone through your share of troubles, Fujiwara.

I'm attempting to turn that around, by rekindling my wife's trust.

Too bad I can only return home on the weekends with this new project though.

Right.

In any case, it's nice to see you look happier now.

It's like you're finally enjoying life.

I suppose I was a bit too desperate about romance and marriage back in the day.

You ought to chase those dreams again.

- Huh? - Give this Aoshima a shot.

Well, I'm headed this way.

- See you around. - See you.

When I was dating Fujiwara, I had spent all my efforts chasing after him.

If anything, I might have been a bit like Aoshima.

I'm home.

When you've remained single, you get used to that easy lifestyle.

And if I wanted to stay alone, that wouldn't have had to change.

Except, that's not the case anymore.

Lay here a little longer?

I have to set things right.

I want to talk about us. Can you come over tomorrow?

I'll be free anytime after work.

Alright.

No... Is she asking to break up?

I'll see you all tomorrow.

Already?

I will make this up to him.

Come in, the door's open.

Good evening...

Ta-da!

Huh?

Welcome.

How do I look?

What is all this?

I'm making up for the other day.

I'm not exactly young and spry, so something like this is more my speed.

And I sort of chased you out the other day, remember?

So...

I also tried cooking something new for dinner.

The alcohol is all free game, too.

Why are you like this...

Ms. Yukino.

Will you listen to a request of mine?

Of course.

I want you to let loose when I'm around. Just relax, okay?

I like having time to myself.

But...

That doesn't mean I'd rather not spend time together.

I just consider them to be equally as important.

I know.

He accepts me for who I am.

Maybe, just maybe...

I can act a bit selfish around him.

You're always working too hard.

Really, what will I ever do with you?

Are you free this upcoming weekend?

- This weekend? - Yes.

I should be.

Then could you leave a night open?

There are some people I want you to meet.

- Multiple? - Yeah.

[Snack Bar Reiko]

Here.

A bar?

Welcome.

Good evening.

Oh my...

Meet Ms. Yukino Katsuragi.

Reiko, is she...

I think she is, Tamayo.

Nice to meet you both.

Right. This is Ms. Tamayo, and Ms. Reiko.

I lived with Tamayo until middle school,

and with Reiko until high school.

Lived with?

Sorry, what's the relationship here?

Long story short, they're my dad's Ex-wives Two and Three.

Here's to many more, Yukino.

Cheers.

- Cheers. - Thank you.

You know, Mizuki has been so hung up over you.

The boy was running in circles.

He's never willingly come to us about romance either.

- Really? - Hey, don't spill my secrets.

Yukino, if you ever find yourself in trouble over Mizuki, tell us.

We'll end him for you.

He only has his face going for him.

Don't let it get to his head, alright?

That isn't something my mothers should agree on.

Though he may be incompetent, I hope you'll humor him for the long run.

My goodness, you're talking like a groom's mother!

You can't blame me! Yukino may become our in-law after all.

Oh, I'm not thinking about marriage.

- What? - What?

Huh?

Huh?