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(Adapted from "Tokyo Love Story" by Fumi Saimon)

Make sure you reserve that day for me no matter what happens.

By the way, I heard that you left home?

He told me that he was going out for a drink with his classmates.

Mikami forcefully took me.

I'm not special at all.

Sekiguchi.

You don't have to force a smile.

Stop holding back your feelings.

Where did he go?

What?

I'm...

So cool.

Rika.

Sorry, Rika.

I'm sorry. Rika?

Rika, I'm sorry.

I'm back.

I'm so sorry, Rika.

Really sorry.

I was going to surprise you.

What a failure.

I'm really sorry.

I must be an idiot doing this alone.

No such thing.

I think it's so cool.

Where were you?

I met with Sekiguchi.

No, it's not what you think.

I was going to ask what happened.

Well...

Mikami called...

and said he hasn't heard from Sekiguchi for three days.

I think something happened.

You said you were going to be late today,

so I thought I should go and check on her.

Isn't tonight...

supposed to be reserved for me?

I'm so sorry.

Kanchi.

Yes?

Close your eyes.

Just do it.

Okay.

Happy birthday, Kanchi!

Thank you.

That gave me a shock.

Goodness.

A little bit more.

What's this?

Salad.

Really? That's a lot.

- All right. - Thank you.

It looks good. I'm digging in.

Sure.

You know, Mikami really seems to be without a cure.

He did go too far this time.

I think Mikami...

actually lacks confidence.

If he doesn't get attention from women,

it seems like he can't confirm the value of his existence.

That's why he gets hurt and ignores Satomi's feelings.

It's true that...

Mikami fools around with women a lot.

He's very self-centered...

and seems like a prick.

But he isn't all bad.

He treats his friends well and is surprisingly dependable.

Kanchi.

You're such a good guy.

I'm just a normal guy.

It would've been great if Satomi had chosen you.

Although it's not too late to snatch you away.

Hey, you're crushing me.

Be careful!

- You shocked me. - I won't let anyone have you.

Satomi.

You're in, right?

Open the door.

Satomi.

Satomi!

Please stop. You're disturbing the neighbors.

Open the door.

Let's talk.

I want to talk to you face-to-face.

Open up.

Just leave.

I don't want to talk to you.

Just open the door, okay?

I'm begging you. Just go, okay?

Please.

If I see your face...

my resolve would crumble.

What resolve?

Please.

Just leave.

Satomi.

Just let me say a few words.

I'll call the police...

if you don't leave.

All right.

I...

I'll come back again.

This is great.

Thank you.

I heard you were the one who managed the promotions for Natasha.

- I did. I'll show you. - Okay.

So, it's this one.

Originally, I was one of the planners.

But the client really liked my work, so...

I don't doubt it.

I'd want you to be in charge too.

You have talent.

Thank you.

You're too kind.

Thank you for your hard work.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

Thank you for your hard work.

I'm back.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

Nagao.

- Yes. - Have a minute?

Yes.

(Resignation letter)

Akana gave me this just now.

(Akana Rika)

What?

Didn't she tell you?

No.

She said she wants to try something new.

I thought you would know more.

No, I don't.

Is that so?

I'll keep it for now.

Although, I'm pretty sure her mind is made up.

Will you tell me if you find out anything?

Okay.

Thank you.

I'll get back to work.

(Episode 7)

(From Kanchi)

I need to talk.

Are you sick?

I took sleeping pills.

Some troubling matters popped up.

Matters to do with my parents and women.

You're included in the "women" category too.

She moved out.

What if I told you it was your fault?

Just joking.

I bought Japanese octopus balls.

Why the long face?

You're already drinking?

Come and sit down, quick.

I heard you're quitting.

Mr. Waga really can't keep a secret.

I had no idea at all.

Of course.

That's because I'm only telling you now.

Why didn't you tell me sooner?

I was going to,

but I missed the timing.

Why the sudden resignation?

It's not sudden.

I've been thinking for some time.

I'm digging in.

Why?

Because I've lost my passion...

for my current job.

You said you want to try other things, right?

Like what?

I'm not telling you.

That's enough!

Why didn't you at least tell me before you handed in the letter?

Like I said, I was going to tell you now.

Couldn't you have said something before you did it?

Well, since...

I've already decided to do it,

I thought I could tell you after.

Besides,

me quitting the company...

doesn't change anything about our relationship.

That's not the point.

Why did I have to hear...

something so important from Mr. Waga?

I don't really like...

discussing things with other people.

I want to decide important matters...

on my own.

I want to be responsible for my own decisions.

I wasn't expecting you to discuss every little detail.

Nor do I expect you to listen to my opinions.

You can do whatever it is you like.

All I want is...

to hear about your plans and thoughts...

from your own mouth!

What am I to you?

Someone that's not worth sharing your thoughts with...

but just to have fun with?

You could've done it with anyone then.

I didn't think you'd be this stupid!

What the heck?

Good evening. You have a package.

It's heavy. Should I carry it inside for you?

Okay.

Excuse me.

I'll leave it here.

There you go.

Please sign your name here.

Okay.

- Thank you. - Thank you for your hard work.

(Mikami Kenichi)

(Things you left behind)

What did you say?

That's just awful.

He's obviously done it on purpose.

"We will break up if you don't compromise."

"You will do it, right?" That's what he's implying.

I think so too.

This guy's pride is total garbage.

Guys like him would only want to contact you after breaking up.

To be frank,

after that day,

I was unconsciously waiting for him to contact me.

But when my things were sent over,

I told myself not to fall for it again.

When I was with Mikami,

I was always feeling anxious.

I keep thinking that it all seemed so surreal.

My emotions were going crazy like a roller-coaster.

At the time,

I was blinded by the thought of being...

in a once-in-a-lifetime kind of relationship.

But now that I've calmed down,

I realized it was just carrots and sticks.

Mikami was playing me for a fool.

That seems to be right.

That night,

I realized something when he forced himself on me.

He only cared...

about not hurting himself.

It didn't matter if other people got hurt.

It's about time I stop putting myself through the torture.

That's right, idiot.

- Good morning. - Morning!

- Good morning. - You're very early.

- Ms. Akana. - Yes.

Can you check this for me?

Is this what the client wants?

- Looks good to me. - Okay, thank you.

- Kimura. - Hey.

What's the update with Red Stone Foods?

Still deciding on what to do.

Should we go with this proposal?

Looks plausible.

- What is it? - Well...

I think Nagao was staring at us really intensely.

- Which one is better? - This one.

Ms. Akana, we received letters from three clients.

- Can you check? - I will do it now. Yes.

- Thank you. - Sure thing.

What now?

What?

Why a sauna?

If you want your beer to taste better,

you have to come to the sauna.

That's true.

Plus, a sauna...

is the only place where a man is able to cry.

I know I shouldn't be asking too much, but...

Did you talk to Sekiguchi after?

Not at all.

Really?

I went to her house once,

but she wouldn't talk to me and made me leave.

That's what happened.

That's all?

It has been two weeks since, right?

What can I do when she's not willing to talk?

So, what are you planning to do now?

What should I do?

- What would you do? - About what?

If Rika ran off...

If you were in my shoes,

what would you do?

Well...

I'd get her back with whatever means necessary.

Kneel and apologize.

And if she still wouldn't come back?

It depends.

Perhaps wait until she calms down...

and then apologize to her.

I'd bring along gifts that Rika likes.

Gifts?

Like rice balls or toy eggs.

Are you serious?

I'm just saying...

you should face it no matter what.

No need to think too much.

You surprised me with your manliness.

Even though she's in a bad mood right now.

What? You two fought?

Let's not talk about me.

So what exactly are you going to do about Sekiguchi?

It's too hot. I'm done!

Hey, Mikami!

(From Mikami Kenichi)

Meet me at the Flower Garden at 5pm.

I will wait until you come.

(To Akana Rika)

Are you free tonight?

(Read)

Hey,

please reply.

(To Akana Rika)

(Hey, please reply.)

(Read)

Nice.

- Pay attention to this part. - Okay.

- Good morning. - Good morning.

- Good morning. - Good morning.

Hey...

You scared me.

Why are you ignoring me?

Because I don't want to talk to you.

What?

Aren't you just suppressing your anger?

I don't think I said anything wrong.

So I don't know what you're angry about.

You disregarded my feelings.

When? Why?

You said it could've been anyone.

That's because...

My feelings for you...

You totally disregarded it.

Welcome.

Five minutes early.

You're as punctual as ever.

Same as you.

You're as self-centered as ever.

You didn't care if I had other plans.

You know very well how I am.

- Your drink. - Thank you.

Please enjoy.

What is this?

A gift.

I think...

it's most likely love at first sight.

Since I first saw you on the first day of school,

I've fallen for you, Satomi.

But I'm like you in the sense that...

I don't want to admit it.

I thought to myself that Sekiguchi Satomi...

would never like a guy like me.

So...

when you said yes to me,

it felt like a dream.

I thought...

I finally got the one thing I most wanted in the world.

Me too.

I thought exactly the same.

When I'm with you,

I can feel the eyes of other girls on me.

Even now.

Women are always...

looking at you.

The experience isn't as pleasant as one would think.

"It must be nice, right?"

But...

this guy who is the center of everyone's attention...

gave his heart to me.

That day when I went to pass you your phone,

I wanted to let her know of my existence.

The woman who was trying to steal you away,

I wanted to show her that I'm the official girlfriend.

That you were just playing with her.

Actually,

I'm an awful person.

I'm not like what you think,

a straightforward and gentle woman.

You're a great girl.

Can you answer me...

one question?

Sure.

The hotel.

You went with her, didn't you?

Yes.

But I swear to God nothing happened.

Not even holding hands.

If that's the case,

it would be even worse.

Goodbye,

Mikami.

Satomi.

No.

- Bye. - I will never.

Satomi!

Do you want this heated up?

The food tastes better if it's hot.

Yes, please do.

Okay.

- Don't heat it up? - No, please do.

(From Mikami Kenichi)

I'm borrowing Rika for a bit.

Here you go.

Sorry to say...

but you had it coming.

I suppose.

If you really love Satomi so much,

why didn't you cherish her more?

Why couldn't you...

place all your attention on Satomi alone?

I guess I was too arrogant.

I was arrested once...

in high school for shoplifting.

I was so fed up with what was going on then...

and so I stole something to vent the frustration.

I was told not to bring shame to the family's name.

My dad gave me a beating,

so bad that my face swelled.

Then Satomi showed up at my house.

She said, "Mikami isn't someone who would do such things."

She told my dad that.

At the time, I thought,

"This girl must be an idiot."

"Men would totally take advantage of her."

And that's what happened.

Right.

I guess I'm too self-centered.

Even if the whole world is against me,

I would still have her by my side.

I also thought...

that she'd stay with me until the end.

And you...

betrayed a person like that.

No longer able to trust the person you want to trust.

The mind is filled with jealousy.

Blaming yourself for being this way.

Self-confidence slowly seeping away.

I don't think...

Satomi is coming back.

The person she is head-over-heels in love with...

has turned into the person who will break her.

All this time, Satomi...

must have endured pain...

that you couldn't have fathomed.

I hope you will be able...

to understand her more.

It's time...

for you to let her go.

Think of it as giving Satomi...

your last ounce of love.

I finally realized.

How foolish I have been.

I've lost such an important person to me.

Rika.

Mikami told you?

He said he wanted to see you.

So I came.

Here.

Actually, there's something else...

I didn't tell you.

I only like to turn the toy egg machine,

not play with the toys.

Sorry.

So?

What is it?

I came to correct what I said before.

It couldn't have been anyone.

I believe Rika couldn't be without me.

You can look everywhere.

But I know...

that you need me.

For me, too, it can only be you.

Then I'll be...

the first person you'd think of when you wake up.

Okay.

You'd tell me good morning in your head.

I will.

You'd tell me everything that happened that day.

Every single detail!

You'd show up no matter what time I ask for you.

I'll be there.

You'll hold me for the whole 24 hours.

You'll say you love me every hour of the day.

Well, that's...

a little difficult logistically.

That hurts!

Then don't say such irresponsible things!

If it can only be me,

you'd be able to do those things, no?

I am able to.

I'm not running away.

I won't run away from you!

I know it has to be me!

You will be the world's first.

You will love me above all else.

Okay.

Together until death.

Together even after death.

Okay.

(Marriage Registration)

Is it okay to buy so much?

It's okay.

I still have a lot left from the prize money.

Really?

I want a pair of new shoes.

You're not done yet?

I want a pair of shoes that won't dig into my feet.

Those heels were really cute.

Too bad they were uncomfortable.

That's why I threw them away.

What a waste.

You could've sold them on the Internet.

Because I really loved them.

It would feel wrong if someone else wore them.

Well, I guess you could say that.

Can I sleepover at your place later?

I don't really want to go home.

If you end up living with Rika...

but have to break up,

you must be the first to leave.

The one who's left behind is too pitiful.

Then it has to be Rika who leaves.

I'm not going to leave her feeling alone.

You really are good to a fault, Nagao.

The woman you love sure is lucky.

Sorry, I'm late.

Hey, all done with work?

I gave a smile and quietly left.

I'm so thirsty!

I'll get you something.

It's okay. I'll order it myself.

- Excuse me. - Welcome.

- I want a draft beer. - She's still like a kid.

Hey.

Make sure you cherish Rika.

You won't meet another girl like her.

How grand.

I think so too.

What will you do after you quit?

I'm not telling you.

There she goes again.

She does it all the time.

I'm still thinking about it.

We all just want to do something we enjoy, right?

Is that so?

In the world we live in,

to quit before having a proper plan...

takes some courage.

Just thinking of it makes me nervous.

Okay, I've decided.

I'm going to New York.

Remember that Alvin I bumped into?

Doing modern art.

He gave me an offer.

To be his assistant.

What does an assistant do?

Stage design for Broadway.

I guess I'm most excited about that prospect.

How long will you be gone?

I will only know for sure when I get there.

Darn it, I can't contain my excitement!

Awesome.

Well then...

- I'm going to get another beer. - Me too.

(Adapted from "Tokyo Love Story" by Fumi Saimon)

I guess...

that's the Rika I fell in love with.

Let's eat cotton candy together.

You're too slow in showing love to others.

Are you going to show the kind of love you gave me?

You're the one not saying anything!

That's because you only ever think of yourself!