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The next competition's coming up. Sayako, you're a mandatory participant.

Huh?

We will make it.

I want to see that design win a prize.

It's fine if things don't work out at first.

I feel much better now.

I'll definitely be the winner.

I just don't want to lose, that's all.

I was able to turn my burnt-out life right back around.

What the heck

happened yesterday?

That was insane!

It totally was.

It's way too much.

Hey, Marin?

There's no romance or sexual activities allowed at Familiya, right?

- That's right. - Did you get up to something raunchy, Sayako?

Why'd you jump straight to the sexy part and skip the romance?!

It just felt right?

- How rude. - Why'd you suddenly bring that up?

No reason. I was just curious.

It's to prevent anything messy happening among the housemates.

Relationships, break-ups, love triangles... Doesn't that sound horrible?

- Yeah. - And nobody wants

to have people they know having sex under the same roof as them.

That would suck so bad.

Thanks for the food.

What happens if that rule gets broken?

It's simple. One of the rulebreakers has to leave.

- This is good. - Super tasty.

I finally got first place!

You always seem to fulfil everything you set out to do.

- You did another great job this time! Good boy! - Quit that!

These two are totally dating, I think.

- You want some sea urchin, Kiina? - Thanks!

Yeah, they're dating.

I gotta follow your example too, Taku.

Maybe I'll enter the next competition.

- Why not? - I'm not helping you.

- Me too. - Same.

Did I even ask for help?

- What about you, Sukka? - Nope.

Talk about being unpopular...

You should enter an idea competition.

You can do CG perspective drawings on your own.

CG perspective drawings, eh? That's out of my league, but maybe I'll give it a shot.

You can do it, if you try.

That's probably Marin.

Ryu.

Why does it always have to be me?

Hurry up! You know it's your job.

- Okay! - Then make sure you keep that in mind.

Is Mr. Hinata coming?

- He said he would. - That means he's bringing beer!

Uh-huh!

- Beer's a-comin'! - I gotta go to the bathroom!

Coming in!

What are you getting up to?

- Evening. - Good evening!

- We've been waiting for you. - I brought some beer!

- Thank you so much! - I've got goodies too!

Thank you for the beer!

Awesome!

Where's Sayako?

- Pooping. - No, I'm not!

Good evening.

Good evening.

I'll get married eventually.

You have someone in mind?

Geez, you scared me!

Do you know why I'm eating fried chicken?

Because I'm hungry!

What the heck?

You're so easy to read, Sayako.

What do you mean?

You looked like a girl in love when Mr. Hinata came around.

Oh, please. I did not.

What's the deal between you two?

Sort of like old acquaintances? I'm his fan,

and he's the architect that I admire.

So Mr. Hinata's the type to become friends with his fans, eh?

That's disappointing to hear.

We just happened to cross paths, that's all.

Besides, you're the disappointing one.

You know that romance and all forms of sexual activities are banned in this house.

What did I do?

Look at you acting all innocent!

I saw everything.

Saw what?

Come with me over there.

Go, go, go!

What?

Your face looks too goofy for me to process anything.

You and Kiina were kissing.

Late last night.

She was just picking my boogers.

That's such a dumbass excuse.

It was dangling on my mouth.

I don't care if you're dating, just make sure you don't get caught.

One of you has to leave if that happens, right?

There's nothing between us. We're just friends.

Kiina said that I'm like a little brother to her.

You dingus!

Listen, people who claim others as their little siblings

totally have more raunchy things in mind! We all learned this!

I'm the only one who has those feelings for her.

Kiina doesn't have any such feelings for me.

[My Second AOHARU]

Ah! No!

[Episode 3]

Man, you've killed it now.

What did you spill on it?

Plum-flavored kombucha.

The salt's definitely fried it then.

What should I do?

Did you have files you were working on?

It's all on my school PC...

- That's good then. - No, it's not.

It's a sign to buy a new computer.

That one's over a decade old, right?

But I'm broke...

You need it to do your summer break projects.

- You have to buy one. - How much does a laptop cost again?

It's at least 100,000 yen for a second-hand one that can run CAD software.

- 100,000 yen?! - You'll just have to put it on your credit card.

So this is how people end up with regular debt repayments...

- Don't let it get to you. - Don't sweat it.

- I'm off. - See ya.

[Part-time Job Notices]

[Cram-school Tutor Job Ad]

Sayako?

Mr. Hinata.

This isn't funny.

I'm sorry.

It just surprised me that you drink plum-flavored kombucha.

I've loved it ever since I was a child.

Have you already bought a new computer?

Yes, I have.

But I wasn't expecting this expense

so I'm at my wit's end as a chronic poor person.

So that's why you were looking for a part-time job.

Yes.

Say, are you good at household chores?

I don't know if I'm good,

but I quite like doing them.

A friend of mine who runs a mobile maid service contacted me yesterday

asking me to introduce them to some students.

Do you want me to introduce you to them?

Could you?

Of course. If you're fine with it.

Please do! I'd love the job!

I'll send you the details later.

Thank you so much!

You're a lifesaver.

The hourly pay's apparently pretty good

and there are houses and vacation homes of famous architects, so you might learn a thing or two.

I'm so grateful for this.

The company values upstanding people

so I can recommend you with confidence.

I'm so happy to hear that you view me in such a favorable way.

I've got another lecture coming up, so I'll see you later.

Absolutely. Goodbye!

Bye.

All right!

[July]

[Shiomi University]

And time's up!

Please submit your answer sheets.

Exams are over!

Summer break finally starts tomorrow.

But we've got so many assignments to do.

Right?! It feels like 1.5 times more than last year.

Come to think of it, you got a job, right?

I did! It saved my neck.

- When are you starting? - This weekend.

I'll be working five days a week until summer break is over.

That's a lot of shifts.

I gotta earn as much as I can during summer break.

Can you juggle that with your assignments and competition entry?

I only work during the day, so I should be fine.

Huh? What is it?

Did time stop?

[Mobile Maid Service] [NTS Clean House]

This is Sayako Shiratama from NTS Clean House.

Hello?

This is Sayako Shiratama from NTS Clean House.

The dark spot there was really bugging me.

It's a grease mark

and will come out with dishwashing liquid.

Shiratama!

I made some barley tea for you.

Oh, thank you very much!

Sayako!

Yes?

This is for you. It's not much.

No, you mustn't! I can't accept this.

Please do.

You always do such a good job and I really appreciate it.

- See you next time. - Thank you very much!

Gah!

This is really scary!

Sukka, this way!

Here I go!

Ready and!

- No way! - You nailed it!

This is unreal! You whacked it into four!

What a clean cut!

- Great job. - I'm back.

- Welcome home. - Hey!

Want some watermelon, Sayako?

Thanks, but I'll have some later.

- Why? - I'm exhausted!

You're working way too much.

Yeah. I'm really popular for whatsoever reasons.

It feels like you're working eight days a week.

I don't have time to do my assignments at all.

Have you checked your messages, Sayako?

No, I haven't. Sorry.

I've sent you a few links for the idea competition.

Really? Thanks.

You suggested it, so you better go through with it.

I will.

Yes?

Can I come in?

You're still awake?

Yeah. I was completing my job application.

I see.

I say, Taku.

You seem to do a lot for Sayako.

You think so?

You help with her assignments and look for competitions that she can enter.

Because she started university as a mature-aged student

so I just want her to do a good job.

It's unlike of you to care for others.

Really?

What?

I'm jealous.

I stupidly declared that I'd enter a competition

and now it's eating up all the time I should be spending on my summer-break assignments!

Oh no...

I've dug so far down that I can see Brazil on the other side now...

Hello!

It's awfully hot.

I suddenly needed some work documents.

What about you?

I was brainstorming some competition ideas in the library.

That's good of you to do during the summer break.

Especially since you've got a lot on your plate with assignments and your job.

You've got the capacity to enter a competition?

Yes.

I figured that I need to try harder after seeing Taku and the others put in so much effort.

I got off to a late start,

so I need to work much harder than others.

Live and let live.

Don't compare yourself to others.

I know.

I've been looking at photo books and stuff to get some ideas,

but I'm coming up with blanks.

I probably lack the talent.

Everything in this world is ordinary.

No matter how new or cutting-edge an idea might be

real-life issues and circumstances need to be accounted for to make it realizable, no?

I see.

Rather than drawing from pre-existing ideas,

I think it'd be better for you to prioritize your own ideas.

My own ideas?

Oh, before I forget. What are you doing this weekend?

I've got plans to meet with a former colleague after work on Saturday.

I don't have anything planned for Sunday.

Would you like to come with me somewhere for a mood change?

A modern art exhibition?

Yes.

Date ideas from architects sure are different to the average guy desperate to get married.

How fancy.

You're out in the dating world looking for a husband?

No. Never have.

What the heck?

But I'm jealous of your summer break. You got two months off, right?

Now that you mention it, a two-month break is pretty long.

It's a student privilege.

I don't think I'd be able to re-enter the work force after a two-month break, though.

But I've got assignments, work, and preparations for the competition.

I'm way busier than I usually am.

But it's been a while, so I'm gonna let myself go today!

So, what are you going to wear tomorrow?

What do you think I should wear?

If it's a date, then you gotta wear a maxi dress.

I knew it. I'm going on a date, aren't I?!

A bona fide date!

Maybe I'll wear a wedding dress.

Isn't this pretty?

Super pretty.

Why did you cover my face just now?

I'll go have a look for myself.

This one?

I thought you said you were broke.

I'm always broke.

But my heart will rot into nothing if I don't spend money on special occasions like this.

You're getting ahead of yourself.

If I can't get ahead of myself now then when can I?

I'm so jealous.

I wish I had two months of vacation to go on a date with a stylish old guy.

Come to think of it, when was your last date?

Before Christ.

Sorry about the weird question.

These both work.

No way!

My eye bags are so dark!

I should have slept properly.

Morning!

Morning.

- Going somewhere? - Yep!

Hey, can you see the bags under my eyes?

Yeah. You should apply some sort of cream.

I've already used so much concealer.

How rude.

Are you going on a date with Mr. Hinata?

You can tell? It's an art-museum date.

Shouldn't you rest properly on your days off from work?

I'm in a rush.

I might not be home tonight.

So cover for me if I don't.

You're a terrible winker.

I'm off!

How obnoxious.

Sayako!

Hello!

Sorry I'm late.

It's completely fine.

I had a guest that just wouldn't leave.

I see.

You seem...

like you're dressed for a date today.

Let's get going.

This isn't a date?!

Oh, here it is.

I don't get it at all.

Um, Mr. Hinata?

I should have mentioned this earlier

but I don't know how to appreciate modern art.

What do you think is the intention behind this piece?

Um...

Is it an antithesis towards

a fragmented world?

Crap! I tried to sound smart, but ended up sounding more stupid!

An octopus.

Or maybe it's a firefly squid?

With a vinegar and mustard miso sauce.

I wasn't expecting a response stupider than mine.

"Schlimazel."

"This piece was created by an artist who was a human rights activist

and is a depiction of the internal conflict experienced by citizens exposed to various misfortunes."

Apparently.

Huh... I guess we were both wrong.

And that's fine.

What I'm trying to say is that you can view it however you wish.

I think the way to appreciate modern art is to let your imagination run wild

and come up with your own ideas

as to what the intentions or themes are

behind a piece.

The wind feels great.

Yeah.

It's good to interact with abstract pieces like that

when you find yourself stuck in reasoning and logic.

Because it allows you to think and imagine freely

and approach ideas from diverse angles.

Diverse angles?

Welcome back, Sayako!

- Good to see you. - We're going to the new ramen place near the station.

I

am going to enter the P.U.T. student competition.

And I'm going to give my 100% for my assignments, competition, and work!

Because I don't have the time to agonize and hesitate now that I'm over 30.

That is all! Dismissed!

What's with her?

I think she means that she's not getting ramen with us.

Oh, okay.

But it's gonna be so good.

I'm so hungry.

Me, too.

All right.

I'm home.

I'm so tired.

- What's for dinner? - Nothing.

What are you doing home?

Aren't you supposed to be on a date with Sayako?

What? It wasn't a date.

We just went to an art museum.

I'm pretty sure she assumed it was a date.

Really?

You seem...

like you're dressed for a date today.

Don't tell me you're a virgin, Dad.

It's so hot!

When's everyone going to visit their families?

I'm going the day after tomorrow.

- What about you, Kiina? - I'm leaving tomorrow.

You're not visiting your family?

I will.

Kanta said he's driving the mini truck home tomorrow so I'm gonna have him drop me off.

Oh, yeah?

Morning!

Oh no, no, no.

Hey, look over there!

I'm off!

Huh? I'm missing a bun!

Sayako doesn't have today off from work?

- Looks like it. - My bun's gone.

It's so hot...

It's no use...

I'm off...

[10th P.U.T. Student Design Competition - Buildings we need a decade from now - "Wooden Buildings with Renewables"]

It's no good.

This is a concept that's been done before.

Oh no.

Hello?

Hello? Sayako?

Sorry, I forgot to call you.

So when are you coming home?

I was planning to visit

but I'm too busy right now.

Okay.

I'll make sure to find some time to visit home.

Sure. Bye.

Bye.

Sayako, food's ready.

Sayako?

Sayako?

Sayako?

Sayako? I'm coming in.

Sayako?

That one please...

[10th P.U.T. Student Design Competition - Buildings we need a decade from now - "No Waste Hobby House"]

You've barely made any progress.

Sayako?

- Sayako! Food! - Roger!

Roger...

Sorry. I appreciate you cooking for me.

Where's everyone else?

They're visiting their families.

Oh, that's right. Obon starts today. [T/N: A festival that honors the dead.]

You're not visiting home, Taku?

- Nope. - Why not?

Because I hate my dad more than anything.

Are you still stuck in your rebellious phase?

Thanks.

- Digging in. - Thank you for the food.

This is so good!

Say, Sayako?

Why don't you quit your job?

You've made enough to pay off your computer, right?

And your room's a pig sty.

I agree.

And you haven't made any progress for your competition entry, have you?

Damn you. How did you know?

I caught a glance of your screen.

What about your summer break assignments? Are you doing them?

You're doing a lousy job of everything.

I say, Sayako.

Why did you enrol into the university?

Wasn't it to study architecture?

Yeah.

So why aren't you putting your effort into architecture?

When you first arrived in this house,

I was really impressed by you.

You were full of excuses when I first met you,

but then you actually made an effort for your future afterwards.

You should think properly about what's most important to you.

Quit resting on your laurels just because you're in college now.

What would a parent-freeloader know about me?

It's not like I want to rely on a part-time job.

Obviously, I want to devote everything to architecture without having to worry about money.

- Then why don't you? - I need money to continue my studies.

I need to earn money to live and pay for school.

Don't try to tell me what to do

when you've never had to fend for yourself.

I'm done.

I shouldn't have said all that.

Sorry.

Awkward...

This is way too awkward!

One iced coffee, please.

Coming right up.

Thank you.

I ended up running away.

What would a parent-freeloader know about me?

Don't try to tell me what to do

when you've never had to fend for yourself.

There are things you can and can't say

when you're ticked off over being read like a book.

I'm sure Taku isn't sponging off his parents because he wants to.

- Could we take some photos? - Yeah, let's!

- Thank you! - Let's get the ocean in the background.

- Ooh, nice! - Here we go!

Ready and!

Thank you for waiting. Here is your iced coffee.

Thank you very much.

I say, Sayako.

Why did you enrol into university?

I'm

going to university.

I wanted to change my throwaway life

and study architecture, which I love so much.

That's why I enrolled into university.

Wasn't it to study architecture?

That's right.

I've put what I wanted to do on the backburner

and prioritized the aspects of my life that revolved around money.

This isn't any different to when I was an office worker.

You should think properly about what's most important to you.

What's most important to me right now?

I should apologize to him.

[I made too much pasta] [I can't finish it all, so come home]

Okay, time to head back.

I'm home!

Welcome back.

Show me what you made.

Wow, it looks amazing!

- Which one's mine? - This one.

Give me more cheese.

Okay.

So good!

I sometimes get cravings for pasta bolognese, you know?

Where did you go today?

The sea.

Why?

I thought

I should calm myself down.

Say, Sayako?

Yeah?

Let's make some shaved ice later.

I bet you haven't done anything summery because you've been so busy.

So, I bought some ice.

Thanks.

So this is how metal basins are supposed to be used, eh?

What other ways are there?

I thought they were used to drop on people's heads. [T/N: Dropping basins is a classic Japanese gag]

I have no clue what you're talking about.

Listen.

I'm sorry for saying such horrible things yesterday.

Did you say some horrible things?

Like calling you a freeloader...

Oh, that? It didn't bother me.

It's the truth and all.

Thanks.

I've decided to take a break from my job.

I've earned enough to cover my laptop

and I figured I don't have time to work when I've made zero progress on my summer assignments.

Took your time to realize that.

And I'm skipping the competition for now.

I wanted to give it an earnest effort

but it's not worth it at the expense of my assignments.

I know you went to the trouble of finding them for me. Sorry.

Don't mention it.

I think

I was working too hard and going nowhere.

I felt the pressure of needing to produce proper results after enrolling into college at this age.

Who can produce any results when they don't have the time to do anything?

I felt mentally pressured.

There's no point in panicking.

I know that, in theory.

But you guys are still young,

so you've got other options if this doesn't work out.

But I don't have that luxury.

I was watching a couple of girls having fun at the cafe

and thought about what I'd obtained

from being an office worker in Tokyo for ten years.

And it was barely enough money to survive.

For over a decade,

I learned nothing,

didn't grow,

and produced zero results.

I'm a lap behind in life.

That's not true.

You've just run a lap more than us.

I'm not here to glamorize the situation and say that age is just a number,

But I think all you can do

is to figure out exactly what you need to do right now

and slowly work towards it.

The only person who can become the individual you want to be

is the you of now who gives it your all.

You're right.

You're ten years younger than me,

yet I always learn so much from you.

So how'd that date with Mr. Hinata go?

Why the sudden change of topic?

I'm curious.

Looks like it wasn't actually a date to begin with.

Really?

He said that I looked like I was dressed for a date.

- That's hilarious. - No, it's not!

You did look pretty, though.

The date version of Sayako Shiratama.

It made me realize that you're an adult woman.

I'm gonna get another helping of shaved ice.

Oh, it's not my phone.

Huh? So it's my phone?

[Shogo Hinata] Would you like to have dinner sometime?

Calm down! This might not be a date, Sayako!

You're right. Yeah.

[*This is an invitation to a date.] This is an invitation to a date?!

Yes!

Good for you!

- Yay! - Yay!

Hooray!

Hooray!

Ow!

Awesome!

That was a hard hi-five!

Time to regroup!

All right.

Ow!

- Delicious! - It's so good.

- Right? - Then try this.

Ooh, Nebuta pickles!

- Nebuta pickles? - Wait, you have to try this grilled pounded rice!

Gohei-mochi? Sweet!

Hey, where's Sayako?

- At work, no? - What? But I just saw her in her room.

Did she destroy something else?

Not good! Why did I take an afternoon nap?!

I've only got 30 minutes left!

I can't believe this!

- What? - We heard you wail just now.

Sorry, Taku! Could you drive me in about ten minutes?

Taku?

Talk about chummy.

Gah, why did it fall off?

Yeah, okay. Going somewhere?

On a date with Mr. Hinata!

[Sagrada Familiya]

Thanks! I should be able to make it now!

Oh, Sayako!

- Your eye bags! - Seriously?

Just kidding.

Geez.

Break a leg.

Thanks. I will.

Bye!

I'm home.

- I want this one. - No, this one!

I'm home!

- Welcome back! - Welcome home!

Here you go. Some souvenirs.

What's this? Tsukiji rolled omelet and my mom's stewed pork belly.

- No way! - Mama Kiina's stewed pork belly?!

- Help yourselves. - For real?

Huh? Where's Taku?

He went out somewhere with Sayako a little earlier.

This is the best.

- That looks so good. - Whoa!

- This is probably expensive. - Pork belly is number one and the omelet is two.

Yeah!

- Welcome. - I have a reservation under the name "Hinata."

Hinata, was it?

We have been expecting you. Right this way.

Thank you.

Yes.

Yes.

Then shall we revert it by the end of this week?

I shall be in touch.

Yes. Goodbye.

Not good.

- Hello? - Sayako?

Are you at the restaurant now?

- Yes. - Sorry.

A work call ran long, so I'll be about 15 minutes late.

Oh, that's completely fine.

Yes! I got some extra time to do my makeup!

I'm really sorry. I'll be there as soon as I can, so please have something to drink.

Understood. Please take care on your way here.

Sure. I'll see you later.

Yes, I'll see you then.

Not good.

What is it this time?

Who is it?

Hey!

I've missed you, Shogo.

Rinko.

[Next Episode] Rinko insisted on tagging along...

I bet something's up with her. [A romantic rival spells big trouble?!]

- I like them. - What about you, Sayako?

I wonder... if she already has someone.

So man up and confess.

This is harassment, I tell you. [How will the unrequited romances play out?]

Let's say your confession goes well, and she says yes.

I'll be leaving.

I couldn't see myself winning in any category.