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(Samejima Hotel Head Office)

In American News Monthly Magazine's... "The World's Good Hotels Ranking"...

...Japan's Stay Gold Hotel has maintained its No. 1 status for the 5th year in a row.

(Samejima Reiji, President of Samejima Hotels) ...Japan's Stay Gold Hotel has maintained its No. 1 status for the 5th year in a row.

...Japan's Stay Gold Hotel has maintained its No. 1 status for the 5th year in a row.

Stay Gold Hotel president Wada Hideo commented...

...they will aim for the best hospitality.

I felt this would happen again this year.

If you're first place for the 5th year in a row, aren't you a Hall of Famer already? (Maruta Jun, President's Office, Strategic Planning Department)

I wonder if I entered the wrong company...

What are you saying?

But two of our hotels are in the top 30.

We can't be completely pessimistic.

I guess you're right.

Our Sendai branch jumped up two rankings from last year. (Otonashi Shizuo, Deputy General Manager, President's Office, Strategic Planning Department)

- To 13th place. - Right.

But our Hakone branch went down three positions.

It's in No. 19, right?

Being the 13th and 19th in the world, such numbers aren't so cool, isn't it?

Both are prime numbers, and I think they're beautiful actually. (Matsukawa Sasahiro, President's Office, Strategic Planning Department)

What's prime numbers? (Miura Ieyasu, President's Office Strategic Planning Department)

(Miura Ieyasu, President's Office Strategic Planning Department)

(Hiruma Taiyo, Chief, President's Office Strategic Planning Department)

The President still won't be coming in today, right?

Huh? Shirahama, did you hear anything?

(Shirahama Goro, Director, President's Office Strategic Planning Department)

I don't think so but... (Shirahama Goro, Director, President's Office Strategic Planning Department)

(Shirahama Goro, Director, President's Office Strategic Planning Department)

(Samejima Hotel, Hakone)

Thank you.

Please be careful on the road.

Let's go.

Very well. (Ishigami Katsunori, President's Driver)

(Muraoki Maiko, President's Secretary, Samejima Hotels)

Hello and welcome to Samejima Hotel.

Pr-... President!

What brings you here today, sir?

Fire that doorman.

He's fired?

Our rule states that if you are found in possession of a cellphone during work, you'll be automatically fired.

Who's in charge of housekeeping today?

It's Matsuda-san.

As expected of a veteran with 35 years of experience.

As a leader, she also works hard teaching the younger employees.

- Good day, and welcome, sir. - Good day, sir.

When veterans become accustomed, they learn to cut corners during work.

I am so sorry!

You're fired.

If customers find this dirt, rumors that will spread quickly...

...will lead to enormous losses.

But with her hotel skills, Matsuda-san is an indispensable human resource.

For me, there's no such concept of indispensable human resource.

If she's gone, somebody else will take her place.

That is all there is to it.

I'm the one in charge of this room.

If you have to fire someone, please let it be me.

Megumi-chan, it's okay.

She's right.

A supervisor failing in her responsibility to guide a subordinate weighs much heavier than your wrongdoing.

Please wait, President!

Actually, my wife's pregnant and had not been feeling well...

She's close to her delivery date, and I'm worried...

(I just came back from buying medicine. Don't worry about me. But you told me to sleep for a while so I'll do as you wish~.)

So your child will be born soon huh...

Congratulations.

Thank you.

But our goal is...

...not to make a happy home for employees.

It is to make the world's best hotels, do you understand that?

President!

Please rest assured. For the two of you who are let go today...

...the Office of the President Strategic Planning Unit will do their best to help you in gaining reemployment.

But I sincerely love this hotel.

Then please come and stay here any time.

Former employees are given 30% off at our hotels.

The president... showed up in Hakone.

I knew it.

Says here, he had targeted Dazai-kun and Matsuda-san, this time.

Matsuda-san? Was it really that Matsuda-san?

Maruta and Miura, let's visit the site tonight.

Yes, sir.

Okay.

Good day, sir.

Who're you?

I was hired mid-career last spring. The name's Shibayama. (Shibayama Misaki, New Employee, President's Office Strategic Planning Department)

You're in training?

Yes, sir.

I'll be completing my internship here this week.

What do think you're doing?

Since you're on your bare feet, I thought your feet might be cold.

Please use this.

While working here, is there anything that you're bothered about?

Bothered about... Well, I guess...

During my training, I couldn't find milk anywhere in the hotels.

Milk?

Even though every branch have vending machines.

It feels very disappointing if you don't drink milk when you get out from the bath.

There is no need to put things here that are unnecessary.

Don't you think that milk tastes delicious when you're done taking a hot bath?

I never drink milk.

Why not?

Because I hate it.

For me, drinking milk after my bath is the ultimate happiness.

I couldn't care less about your happiness.

My business is to consider what will satisfy my guests.

Of course...

That is why I thought that the guests would want to drink milk after their bath...

There are no such guests!

No more talk of milk!

Was that a pun just now? No MOO~ talk of milk.

Shut up! Be quiet!

That mirror... You did a half-assed job with it.

Do it all over again.

Yes, sir!

President, these ones are rare mushrooms too.

You didn't fire that girl, huh?

I limit my firings to just 2 people in a day, right?

So far, the most number of people you fired in a day was 31.

That was a long time ago.

Was there something interesting about her?

None at all.

A woman with no civility, why on earth did our personnel division hire her?

The one who hired her was you, sir.

What?

You were very pleased with her, having served at the front desk of the 5-star hotel in Paris, Mitz-Carlson for 2 years.

I remember... She was that woman, huh.

I speak English, French, and Spanish and a bit of Italian and German.

Good morning, sir.

Sir, the daughter of the company president of Tatehara Products is interested in talks of marriage.

Where's her photo?

- 72 points. - That's a fairly high score for you.

What did she say about me?

She became a big fan of yours after reading an interview about you on YomiYomi Newspaper.

Ask her for a meeting with me next week.

Understood.

- What is it? - Well...

Though you refused all talks of marriage prospects last year...

But early this year, you have started looking forward to finding a bride...

...so I was wondering if you had a change in your mental state.

It's 'cause of that bastard, Wada.

President Wada of Stay Gold Hotels?

(Two months earlier)

(Monthly Magazine Celeb Resort First Issue Launching Party)

Excuse me... have we met somewhere before?

No, I don't think so.

(Company President, Samejima Reiji)

I remember. You were the one from the mask.

Mask?

Well, what do you know, if it isn't Samejima-san. (Wada Hideo, President of Stay Gold Hotels)

Still looking plain, are we?

This is my girlfriend, Lilico.

Hello.

Say, isn't he the mask?

I'm sorry...

You see during our Winter-End Ceremony... (Tradition of tossing red beans at a man wearing a demon's mask)

...she kept insisting that she wears a demon's mask. (Tradition of tossing red beans at a man wearing a demon's mask)

Just so happens that you were on the cover of a magazine so we used your face.

Just so happens, huh...

This guy's so horrible. When I wore your face...

...he shouted, "Get out, you rascal!" while seriously throwing the beans at me.

"Seriously", huh?

Come on, don't be mad. It was just a joke.

- If you'll excuse me. - Samejima-kun.

Huh? Didn't you bring a date?

No, not really...

You're always alone when we meet at parties, huh? How come?

How come? I just don't want to bother bringing in a date.

- But you do have a girlfriend, right? - No, I don't have one at the moment.

Then, is there any of your friends you can introduce him to?

I have just the right one. You remember... Mayuko?

She has a pretty face and a good personality, I'm sure you'll love her, Samejima-kun.

Well, if you say so, then, it wouldn't hurt to try.

But I don't think it's a bit balanced.

Well, she's a model so she's very tall, you see...

So if you walk alongside her, little Samejima-kun might get overshadowed.

Too bad.

Well, I guess so.

You guess so?

I can't stand his insults any more.

I'll make sure to bring a fiancee at the next Hotel Association party.

- Fiancee? - I'll already be 35 years old this year.

It is said to be the perfect age to get married.

And...

I can't wait to see the look of surprise on that aging swinging bachelor Wada's face...

Definitely a fiancée is much better than a girlfriend.

But we have only two months until the next party.

Are you saying that it's impossible to achieve it in two months?

No, that's not what I mean.

Target... full speed... Two months.

(Target, Full Speed, Two Months)

I'm aiming to deliver results at full speed within two months.

Until now, among all our aimed projects...

...was there one that we did not achieve based on this target?

- Hello. - Welcome.

Goodness! Well look who has shown up!

- It's been a long time. - When did you come back to Japan?

I came back last month but...

I had to immediately start training for my new job and went to the provinces.

Is that so. When was the last time you came here?

Maybe two years ago?

I'm glad nothing's changed around here.

Today, we offer a champagne that's been called an excellent vintage from 1990 in honor of Shino-sama's year of birth.

I heard you like champagne.

I'm glad.

So what's your impression of me? Now that we've met.

Pardon?

You wanted to meet me, right?

We've just met so I don't have one yet.

You...

...don't look different.

Excuse me?

Well...

...From the matchmaking photo.

Those pictures that use lighting to deceive, and even have the facial lines photoshopped...

...are often unreliable.

Do you often do matchmaking meetings?

Yeah. Just last month I ate here in this restaurant, with a marriage partner prospect.

Oh, I'm sure this was our table.

Oh, you don't have to worry.

Unlike you, that woman was awful...

I have not met with her since then.

I was so pissed off, that I asked that we split the bill.

Now it feels that I finally came back to Japan.

Aren't you exaggerating?

One more please.

Not having a cellphone at this day and age? She's an old fashioned woman, huh?

Um... Actually, Shino-san is...

Muraoki, I want to set up a follow-up date... Take care of it, okay?

I don't think she's suitable for you.

I didn't see any particular issue with her.

But I have doubts about her, like you're selling yourself short in this bargain.

I'm the one getting married, aren't I? If I think she's okay, then that's good.

- But, sir... - I do not have time for this.

Huh? Isn't that the woman you met earlier?

- Pull over next to her. - Please wait.

It won't clear things up just by talking to you. I'll speak with her directly.

She has already turned you down.

What?

Earlier, I received a call from her side...

...stating, to forget this meeting with you.

She does have a mobile phone.

As far as I'm sure of, she has three.

Then, why did she lie?

It is the last resort when someone you don't like persistently asks for your number.

Last resort?

Eh? It was seriously the worst.

He's possibly the worst guy in the world.

Well, it was learning experience.

Drive!

Yes sir.

Then, I'll take my leave now.

Hang on.

Do...

...women hate me?

I am so sorry to say this but...

So far all of your matchmaking partners have turned you down.

All of them? That's around 20 of them.

And despite the fact that all of them agreed to meet with you.

What... is there something wrong with the way I look?

No, you are quite handsome, according to public opinion.

Even when it comes to money, I live comfortably since I am earning enough.

That is correct.

Then, why don't they like me?

I there something wrong with me?

There is nothing wrong with you, sir.

But you are too frank with yourself and to other people.

What is there not to like about an honest person?

Even though I'm sincere and try not lie to anyone...

Why am I disliked?

Being frank is not what you need to love someone.

It is to make that person feel comfortable.

It's love when you sometimes kindly lie to a woman.

Then in order to make her feel comfortable, I will lie to her?

- That's right. - That's a load of bull!

I'm already working my butt off making guests feel comfortable..

Why do I have to make people feel comfortable even during my private time?

Then, I suggest you give up on your marriage search.

No, I think you'll have a very hard time dating women.

Since a man who doesn't know how to lie will never be popular.

- That's not possible. - No, sir. It is the truth.

If you'll excuse me.

(Misaki, I'm dying to see you.)

Wabi-Sabi Subs presents: "SEKAI ICHI MUZUKASHII KOI"

Writer: SHIGEKI KANEKO

'Samejima Reiji' SATOSHI OHNO

'Shibayama Masaki' HARU

'Muraoki Maiko' KOIKE EIKO

'Miura Ieyasu' - KOTAKI NOZOMU 'Hori Mahiro' - SHIMIZU FUMIKA

'Ishigami Katsunori' SUGIMOTO TETTA

'Shirahama Goro' - MARUYAMA TOMOMI 'Otonashi Shizuo' - MIYAKE HIROKI

'Wada Hideo' KITAMURA KAZUKI

Having done with their training, Hori-san and Shibayama-san will work with us starting today.

I'll be under your care, I'm Hori Mahiro. (Hori Mahiro, New Employee, President's Offce Strategic Planning Department)

My favorite pillow is made of firm soba husks. Nice to meet you all.

I am Shibayama Misaki. I was hired mid-career.

You're the one from Mitz-Carlson of Paris, right?

Let her talk, will you!

Good morning! I'm the new employee, Hori Mahiro.

Are we not supposed to speak with the President?

Yes, we can. But just don't expect him to reply, okay?

Eh! THIS is a gym for employees?

Misaki-san! This place is amazing. It also comes with a whirlpool bath and sauna.

- That would be helpful for me. - Hm? Helpful?

The sento I go to would sometimes closed during weekdays.

- You go to a Sento? - Misaki-chan, you sure got simple taste huh?

If you can, please address me using my last name, Shibayama.

He had this sign "For President's Use Only" written for this machine, so you can't use it.

Really? What'll happen if I use it?

Maybe you'll get fired.

Saying such a thing while smiling like that...

And one more thing to bear in mind, I prohibit you to use polite language with me.

No, but why should we...

Because we're almost the same age, after all.

For you Miura-san, what do you think of the other employees?

"What do you think" or "Whatchu think" two characters are already wasted.

If you use polite language, that'll be 400 extra number of characters used in a day.

If that's equal to one sheet of document paper, that's around 300 sheets in one year.

In short, if you continue to use polite language...

It's like being made to read aloud a long novel made up of useless dialogue every year.

It is my opinion that this conversation itself right now is definitely useless.

There you again, using polite language.

"It is my opinion that..." "I think...", you wasted three words there.

Okay! Let's go next to the cafeteria.

Come on!

Somehow, it does feel like you cannot use polite language with that person.

Yeah.

We will report on the results that came out of the survey on returning customers at our Hakone branch.

We asked them how they felt about the hotel's decline in the Good Hotel Ranking by News Monthly magazine.

78% chose "I do not care about it at all" to "I do not care."

17% chose "Somewhat anxious" to "I am anxious".

While 5% chose, "I will never come here again."

What's the reason of those who said they'll never come back again?

Yes, well... many of them answered, "I feel inclined to try other hotels."

Other hotels?

Most of them mentioned, "Stay Gold Hotel".

I am awfully sorry for last night.

Is it for saying I won't be popular with women if I continue doing things my way?

Yes. It was a really rude thing to say.

There's no need to apologize. I did want to hear your opinion.

But I still do not understand at all why I have to come up with lies in order to be liked by a woman.

Probably it's because, you haven't yet met someone that you truly liked?

Don't be ridiculous!

I have experienced love as much as anyone else!

How long did your longest relationship last?

That's prying into my privacy.

Then for instance if a woman comes late for your date...

...and says, "Sorry for making you wait," what will you say?

Of course, I'll tell her exactly how many minutes I've been waiting.

A typical man will lie.

"It's okay. I arrive just now myself."

Your next matchmaking date is coming soon.

Rather than having it explained to you, I think it's better to hurry up and start practicing my tip.

Refuse it for me.

Are you really sure?

Anyway, I won't be popular with women, right? It'll just be a waste of time.

What a shame since this one's very pretty...

Well... 81 points.

She said she wants to meet you, even tonight.

Lying in order to please a woman...

...is impossible for me.

There is no need to actively lie.

Just listening to her talk without disagreeing...

...is an excellent and gentle form of lying.

It is to silence President Wada, isn't it?

This is a nice restaurant, isn't it?

Yes.

I guess so.

Do you come here often?

Yeah, that's right.

This steak is delicious.

So far, this is the most delicious steak I've ever tasted.

Yeah, you could say that.

Anyway, I bet they called to say she turned me down, right?

Yes. She reportedly said, you were quiet in a creepy way.

(Mushrooms of the World: Europe, Africa)

(Mushrooms Japan, Seasonal Mushrooms: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter)

(It is over, our relationship. I am in Japan and cannot see you again...)

- Is that your boyfriend? - No...

Just last few reminders to the one who took over my previous job...

Is that so.

(Kerry Peity Visits Japan!)

Good morning.

Why do famous artists from overseas only choose to stay overnight at Wada's hotels instead of ours?

I guess they're aware of Stay Gold Hotels since they have branches overseas so it can't be helped.

I know that.

What I want to hear is how can we get those kinds of guests?

Okay~!

Stay Gold Hotel branch office in New York...

...is active in PR activities for international celebrities.

Ever since before, they have strong ties with Hollywood and business leaders...

So when it comes to breaking the stronghold, we should also...

Good morning.

Hey, what are you doing?

You're fire--...!

Fire...

Fiery...

...red necked tiger beetle, that's what you look like.

Come again, sir?

I said...

...you look just like a fiery red necked tiger beetle.

It belongs to the beetle insect family.

Despite having worked at a 5-star hotel in Paris...

You don't even know what a fiery red necked tiger beetle is?

Forgive me for my lack of knowledge... That insect...

Fiery red necked tiger beetle. Shape up will you? And remember the name.

Fiery red necked tiger beetle. Does it look like me?

Yeah, not really that similar.

If you were slightly smaller, you would have been caught.

Is there such a large insect?

Didn't I say if you were slightly smaller?

I will study about it later.

There's no need to study it!

It's just that you reminded me of it a bit when you were standing back there.

Shibayama-san, the President is the only one who should feed his medaka fish.

Is that so.

I'll be careful from now on.

Since there's only a few left of the fish feed...

Would you like me to buy some later?

No... it's fine.

If you'll excuse me.

Why didn't you fire her?

Why would I fire someone who was feeding my fish?

You did fire one person who did that before.

Can I ask you one question?

What is it?

Why can't I fire that person?

Could it be because... you've fallen in love with her?

How absurd. On what basis would you say such a thing.

You have the habit of looking at your palm every time you find a woman that you like.

- My palm? - Yes...

The habit of checking whether there's a sense of movement in the marriage line and love line of your palm.

Am I wrong about that?

I see. Fine.

That person...

...is just about right.

Just about right?

The party is in two months.

She's just about the right woman to show in front Wada's face.

So are you already considering her as your marriage partner?

Let me finish what I want to say.

Listen...

Wada is a guy who can't help poking fun at me.

If I bring a strange date, I wouldn't know what he'll say.

But look at that woman.

She's not too beautiful...

And not too ugly either.

She's just about the right woman who'll make me slightly less of the funny guy in a comedy duo.

Nothing more.

In other words, you like her?

Listen, okay? It's like there's a 20 cm gap between the wardrobe and the wall.

How would you describe a storage rack, if you find one that has a width of 20 cm at the hardware store?

- It's "Just about right" (to fill the gap). - That's right. "Just about right."

I'd never point at it and say "I love that storage rack."

You get what I'm saying?

Yes.

Congratulations for being No. 1 for the 5th year in a row.

Isn't Samejima-kun going to get mad if he knows you're drinking with me?

Nope, it's only natural to come if my senior colleague from college invites me for a drink.

Then, would you also quit your job and join my company if I ask you to?

Well... that's too sudden...

I'm just joking.

It's not something that I could just decide on.

Why not?

It's like Real Madrid getting players from FC Barcelona, it's taboo, isn't it?

But I think there were some players who transferred teams in the past, right?

And because of those transfers, only intense anger and hatred were born.

I don't wish to continue being your president's sworn enemy.

You're right.

Tremendous rivalry is intense between the two of you.

He also had a gym built in the company, and has suddenly began working out...

...I believe it was because of you.

Did I say something to me?

It was during the first time you two met at a Hotel Association party...

You told him, "I thought an elementary school student had come in, wearing his father's suit."

I said that? I'm such a mean guy, huh.

Good day, sir.

I feel sorry for Matsuda-san.

Even though it wasn't her mistake.

Since you're the Director, why don't you go and persuade him?

You know there's no way a person like that can be persuaded.

But no matter what, he's going too far, isn't he?

Everyone thinks so too.

Otonashi-san, can we already reserve a karaoke room for us?

Sounds good.

You gotta hear Otonashi-san sing karaoke.

Really? What kind of songs do you sing?

- He's amazing. - Not just sing, he sure can dance.

- Dance? Come on, man... - Do you dance?

Will you do it or not?

What are they fussing about?

They're discussing the welcome party for the new employees.

The selling bid for the Iwashiyama Hotel in Nagoya will soon be closed. Are you interested?

- Can we join in? - Yes...

But according to what I heard, there's information that Otori Hotel is also serious about bidding...

I'm not talking about the bid. I'm referring to the welcome party.

Isn't the President qualified to join the welcome party for new employees?

No, anyone can come so of course, you're welcome to join but...

I'll cover all expenses for the party.

Tell everyone to set aside ranks for today, and let's have an easy-going party.

The lights look nice, don't they?

It's not all the time we can get to experience this, huh?

Yeah, I agree.

How is it going, guys? You want some drinks?

You're too kind, sir. I can do that myself...

Today, let's not treat each other as boss and employees.

Let's set aside ranks.

Then... we will try not to hold back.

How about it, everyone? Come, let's drink some more!

Oh! This food is delicious!

- It does, doesn't it? - Yes!

It does taste good.

So delicious!

Looks delicious...

Seems you guys are not completely welcomed.

The one who's not welcomed is you, sir.

Are you okay? Misaki-san.

President, you said we set aside ranks for today, right?

Didn't I say it many times, let's not treat each other today as boss and employees.

If you have anything you'd like to say, be my guest.

Can't you forgive Matsuda-san?

What?

It was just one mistake.

Somehow, can't you let Matsuda-san and the others remain at the company?

This is my way of doing things.

In my aim to have world-class hotels...

I don't need to cozy up and be obligated to empathize!

Then why did you join this party today?

Hey, cut that out now!

Even if he said to set aside ranks, there are rules we should follow!

Then Hiruma-san, do you really wish to drink with the president?

Of course I do. I want to drink the night away with the president until morning...

Because it's been a cherished dream of mine.

Right? Everyone thinks so too, right? Right?

Hey... I'm right, aren't I? Come on...

- Muraoki. - Yes, sir.

I'm leaving.

Very well, sir.

Thank you for the hard work!

Is it going to be okay?

Of course not.

Well, since it has become like this, let's just drink to the bitter end!

The long-awaited welcome party has become a farewell party.

Is Misaki-san going to be fired?

Most certainly, I think.

- Was I way out of line? - Of course you were.

Even when setting aside ranks, there's still a limit to it that should be followed.

But hearing your words gave me an odd feeling of comfort.

I also thought, you were able to say what was on my mind.

Everyone, thank you for taking care of me until today.

You don't seem depressed at all, huh.

Even so, it is quite depressing.

Then, let's refocus, shall we?

Let's start Shibayama-san and Hiruma's farewell party.

- That's right. - I'm fired too? But why?

- Well, it can't be helped... - What do you mean, it can't be helped...

Then, Miura-kun, have you reserved a karaoke room for us?

Ah, karaoke? Yes, it's all set.

President, the car is over there.

President?

I feel like... walking for a while.

Am I also unpopular with my employees?

With regards to that matter, I thought you were aware of it.

If they hated me so much, why didn't they quit the company?

It's because... the salary is outstandingly good.

So it's just because of the money?

Also, all groups will tend to unite if they have a common enemy.

Your employees have established a very good relationship with each other.

And that enemy is... me?

I'm so sorry, sir.

Don't worry about it.

Today, we set aside ranks after all.

Why are you saying such a thing?

I can't believe this. Was it all my fault?

I'm to be blamed for everything?

Hello?

So you really ARE fluent in French, huh?

Was that your boyfriend?

No, the person who took over my job is not doing too well.

Your lie doesn't work on me.

I may be dumb...

But I do understand those sorts of things.

Good morning.

I wonder if he'll still allow me to work here?

He didn't say anything so it's good, isn't it?

Shibayama-san, the president would like to see you.

Yes.

Good luck.

Thanks.

Excuse me.

I apologize for what happened last night.

Sorry to tell you but...

I was too drunk yesterday so I don't remember what happened at all.

Can you go and buy this same brand of fish feed?

Here's the map.

Is this all, sir?

What? You have a problem with it?

No, I'll go immediately.

What the heck am I doing...?

I think it was splendid, sir.

Using a lie to your employee to become popular...

...by disregarding rude remarks made at the welcome party.

With this, the way your employees look at you will surely change soon.

Don't get me wrong, okay?

I lied not because I want to be liked by an employee.

It's because it will be a hassle if Shibayama Misaki quits.

President. Since we're on that topic, could it be what you're feeling for Shibayama Misaki is...?

There's only two months left until the party, right?

I have no time to look for another woman who is just about right.

(Boku no New York, American Diner and Bar)

Which part should I start eating first?

What's wrong?

Huh? Why ask me that?

Even though the president had forgiven you, you don't seem happy at all.

You think so? That's not true.

Let's eat.

Where should I start with this?

From the top? Maybe I'll eat the French fries for now.

Um, excuse me for a while.

(There's nothing you can do even if you're back in Japan)

Hey, are you okay?

I'm fine.

It's okay to exert yourself but just go easy.

Did something happen?

What's wrong?

It's nothing.

I'm sorry that you saw me in an embarrassing state.

Ah, hello.

I have a favor to ask.

Very well, sir.

Good.

Will it cheer her up if she sees a person drinking milk?

This is his how the president expresses courtship in the best way he can.

But he doesn't like milk, right?

That's why, there's meaning to it.

The president who dislikes milk is acting like it's delicious.

That way, he'll capture her love by lying.

Well, I didn't know there is such a thing.

At this age, it's only now I got to realize there's something like this!

Good evening, sir.

I'll be cleaning this up.

It's okay, I got it.

It moves me to tears just watching him.

He's doing his best.

President?

Oh! What's up?

Milk.

President, don't you hate milk?

I forgot who but I heard someone say that milk tastes good after a bath.

It was me.

It is my policy...

...to try out any valuable opinion from my employees.

But... the more it stays in my mouth...

...the more it works for me.

For my body that needs to be hydrated... I can feel it coming down smoothly...

I for one, would drink two large bottles.

I also drank two... Guess I'm a fool, too.

I never thought I could.

What a splendid lie.

Huh?

But the vending machines here...

...don't sell milk, right?

I, uh...

...picked these up in the elevator.

- Just when things are finally going smoothly... - What is he doing?

What's so funny?

Nothing.

Do you wish me to take you straight home, sir?

Take me to Haneda Airport. I'm going to catch the last flight to Paris.

What do you mean?

I'm just joking. Don't be so serious, Muraoki-kun.

I have decided.

I will bring her to the party in the next 2 months.

So it means, you're now sure that you've fallen in love with Shibayama Misaki, right?

How many times do I have to tell you... I'm bringing the woman who's just about right.

There's no more to it than that.

I can just picture Wada's surprised face.

Ah, it's the moon.

How lovely.

- Good morning. - Good morning.

Good morning.

Was that...

D-Did you see that? Did you see?

- It can't be, right! - What is it?

It's the first time I've seen him greet back.

Me too.

I see... She wants to work here, huh?

Yes. Just once, she wants to meet with you sir.

An ex-employee of Samejima-kun, huh?

Well, isn't this interesting.

It seems your greeting was well-received.

It's only natural to greet back in return, right?

Also, I only meant it for her.

Even so, it does not matter. For your employees... even if it's a trivial thing to you, it's a big deal to them.

Is that right.

Tomorrow onwards as well, I hope you'll keep at it, sir.

If I feel like it.

However, I have one unfortunate news.

What is it?

It seems Shibayama Misaki has a boyfriend.

Really?

Not only that, the man is Belgian. His name is...

...Gabriel.

Belgian...?

Gabriel?

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Subtitles by WABI-SABI SUBS (In the Next Episode)

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Translation / Editing / Timing: EARTHCOLORS (In the Next Episode)

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Special thanks to: FURRANSU (In the Next Episode)

See you next time~! (This drama is fiction)