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I was weakened by the damage from being heartbroken.

That was really bad, wasn't it?

Hey, you!

We immediately laughed and brushed it off...

From now on, what are we gonna do?

Come on, come on, come on, come on...

It's alive!

Thank goodness!

Hello...

It's not like we have feelings for each other.

But with just one kiss,

we start to take more notice of the other person.

That's what they call "a female's instinct".

Come in.

Sayako, do you have masking tape?

Yeah, I do.

Here you go.

Thank you.

He's acting normally...

Wait, he's acting normally!

Maybe Taku wants to pretend that it never happened?

Of course he does!

What the hell am I thinking?!

I'm the adult here. I should get a grip on myself!

Hey.

What?

About yesterday...

let's pretend it never happened, alright?

Sure.

Thanks.

[My Second AOHARU]

[Episode 5]

Marin...

What is it?

Have you been in touch with Sayako lately?

Occasionally... in our online group chats.

I see.

And what about that?

Nothing.

I can guess what you're thinking.

Just tell me.

Actually, I had texted her,

but she hasn't replied.

I know, right?

The first time, she dressed up but you said it wasn't a date.

The second time, you suddenly cancelled on her.

The third time, you brought your ex-wife along.

If I were her, I'd have blocked and deleted you.

What do you mean by block and delete?

It means "farewell forever".

I would have been glad to entrust you

to Sayako without any worries.

But I can't entrust her to you.

Because Sayako is a good friend of mine.

In a flash,

the summer holidays are over.

[October]

Life went back to normal

as if nothing happened.

I'm home.

Welcome back!

Weren't you supposed to stay over at your boyfriend's?

He had to go for a last-minute business trip.

Looks delicious! Is there enough left for me?

- There is. - Yay...

Taku and Kiina also acted as if the confession never happened,

and are getting along like always.

Young people these days...

are probably less emotional than I thought.

[Shogo Hinata: Hello. How have you been?]

Oops! I left him on read without replying.

That was delicious!

I haven't been to a decent French restaurant ever since you brought me to one ten years ago.

- Really? - Yes.

Broke office ladies and students have no fate with French restaurants.

Is that so?

Well...

it might be too late to say this,

but I'm so sorry to have caused trouble to you back then.

I shouldn't have made you drink so much.

So he DOES remember that barfing incident.

And I thought that you'd definitely despise me for that,

so I didn't dare contact you.

No way I would despise you for that.

I reflected deeply on my actions after that,

and felt that I wasn't considerate enough.

Considerate?

I mean, to me,

you were a girl who said that you admired my works.

But to you, I'm just an old man who's ten years older than you.

Of course not.

I've never thought of you as an old man.

Thank you for saying that.

But back then, we were in our twenties and thirties.

For a girl in her twenties

to have feelings for someone in his thirties,

I felt it might be a little scary.

Wait...

did I say something wrong?

No.

Mr. Hinata...

Yes?

I really learned a lot from you.

If someone ten years younger showed interest in me,

I'd naturally back off.

I continue to look forward to your guidance and encouragement.

As my senior in architecture and in life.

I see.

You're right.

If you need anything, I'll lend a listening ear anytime.

As your senior in architecture, and in life.

I'll look forward to that.

Here. Thanks for coming along with me today.

You're a great guy.

Let's become besties!

Taku is a boy in his twenties,

while I'm a woman in her thirties.

Know your place, Sayako.

[November]

Later on, it was as if

nothing really ever happened...

Delish!

The seasons changed.

[December]

And now it's complete!

And then...

an incident happened.

A delivery for you.

- Thank you. - Your signature, please.

[To: Kiina Katsurayama]

- Here you go. - Thank you very much.

Thank you.

[LAP Law Firm]

[Sagrada Familiya]

- We're back. - We're back!

Damn, I badly need to pee!

Hey, Kiina!

Kiina, you're at home.

- Welcome back. - We're home.

No, waitー

What's this? [Written Notice]

[...had been having an affair for a long time...]

He's a married man.

The guy whom you believed was my boyfriend, is married.

Compensation...

2 million yen?!

This is really ridiculous.

2... million...

- Sayako. - Yes?

About this... You absolutely must not tell anyone, okay?

Okay.

Or I'll kill you.

They've been together for half a year, so she would have noticed.

She said he told her that he's divorced.

That's typical.

They go out on weekends like normal couples, and she stayed over at his place, so she didn't notice anything amiss.

Mako, why are you panting?

Exercise bike.

I'm pedalling.

Can you get off that for now?

It's killing me.

So where were we?

About a girl living with me, who got cheated by a married man.

Oh, right.

The fact that they can meet on weekends and she stays over at his place,

means that the guy was working away from his family, no?

You be careful too, Sayapi.

There're plenty of men on dating apps who lie that they're single.

Mako, are you using dating apps?

No. Never before.

I know, right? You're not the type to use them.

Oops, I said it out loud. [You are successfully matched with Mr. I.D.!]

[Missed Call] [I need to talk to you] [You're actually married?]

Morning.

Morning.

Where are you going?

The man's place.

He's uncontactable,

so I'm going there personally to meet him.

H-Hang on a sec!

Hang on!

Why are you coming along?

Isn't it a bad idea to meet him after finding out he's married?

I'm just going there to see him.

I know how you feel,

but right now, you're in a position where his wife is seeking compensation from you.

I don't plan on paying her a single cent, though.

You're not paying?!

Don't get me wrong.

I did some research yesterday.

I may be able to counter-sue him for damages for violation of chastity rights.

Before dating him, I took screenshots of the app where he claimed that he's divorced.

I'm impressed!

I can't believe that I didn't notice anything for half a year.

I'm so stupid that I feel like dying.

He's the one who should die.

Over here.

Okay.

Hey you, that married man over there!

You... come with me.

Come with us.

I know where you live and where you work out.

You think you can just disappear like that?

You suck at handling this.

What were you planning to do when you were dating me?

I am asking you what you were planning to do?!

Kiina...

Sorry...

We weren't really dating.

You see, I've never said anything about us dating.

You have no right to be mad at me.

You... what are you trying to get at?

It doesn't matter. If you say we were dating, then we were.

In that case, break up with me right here, right nowー

Shut up, you buzzcut bastard!

Sorry about the commotion.

Make sure you clean up the mess.

Got it.

Let's go.

Let's go, Kiina.

Sorry about the commotion!

Sayako, you must be crazy.

Who would normally splash protein powder? Out of a can, to boot.

Sorry.

Also, is "buzzcut" a bad word?

I'm not sure.

But it really pissed me off!

He's married with kids, yet he's fooling with other women.

When things go awry, he gets arrogant and snaps back!

What's more, to a girl who's one generation younger than him.

Men who weren't popular back in school usually get snobbish once they start working and have money.

They're reborn as aggressive introverts overnight!

Compared to boys your age,

he may seem like a mature man because he has money and knows where the stylish places are,

but that's something really normal once you come out to work.

He may take pleasure with playing around with young girls,

but in the eyes of someone from his generation, it's really disgusting.

It's disgusting!

Sorry, have I said too much?

It's like what you said.

While my friends would split the cafe bill among themselves,

and were happy to receive little toy-like accessories,

I was brought to nice restaurants

and given expensive accessories...

The one who's taking pleasure in it, was me.

It was the same with Taku.

I wasn't the least bit interested in going out with him,

but it felt good to know that he likes me,

and I started to lead him on.

Seriously...

I'm really mean, aren't I?

Trying to fulfill the need for approval in men

is something that foolish women would do most.

In the end,

I brought all this upon myself.

Damn!

I can feel the tears coming.

To cry over being dumped by such a useless guy,

it's...

It's really pathetic.

You didn't cry because you were dumped.

You are just trying to recover your pride that had been hurt.

Kiina,

you're crying for yourself.

So just let it out and cry.

Sayako...

What is it?

Did you eat garlic yesterday?

It smells...

Oh, sorry.

That was what I thought.

So, what happened after that?

About what?

The compensation.

The other day, his wife called me...

and withdrew the charge.

For real? Glad to hear that!

She said that I wasn't the first one.

She'd had enough of pretending to be nice, so she said she'll divorce him and seek compensation.

I think that's a good idea. I hope he's thoroughly punished.

Hope it's a thorough one.

Yeah. Like that.

What about you?

About what?

About Taku.

There's nothing between us. No freaking way.

Contrary to what I said,

about that night,

I still couldn't pretend that it never happened.

[April]

What was that? When did it happen?

Last year...

- Summer. - Why have you kept quiet all this time?

If I had told anyone about such stuff, it would have gotten them all excited.

Not even talking about it still gets you excited now, right?

It's not like I'm planning to do something about it now.

I'm sure you're gonna do something about it, right?

No, I'm not.

I only want to do something about this unsettled feeling.

The fact that you're feeling unsettled, also means that he's also feeling unsettled, no?

But that happened half a year ago.

It's already half a year, and you're still feeling unsettled.

I'm so envious.

It's been 12,000 years since I last kissed anyone.

Personally, a ten-year age difference is still within my margin of acceptance,

but I know you're the type to be concerned about such things.

But... you've fallen for him, haven't you?

Furthermore, he lives in the same share house.

You didn't want to upset the balance of the community,

and I can understand why you are hesitating.

But it's extremely rare for a decent adult to be able to genuinely

love someone so selflessly.

It's up to you to decide what you want to do.

Once you're over 30,

love becomes a luxury. Just so you know.

I know that even without being told.

But... if I take one step forward,

our relationship may easily crumble.

I don't need any love

as long as I don't lose our current relationship.

Kiina, congrats on your graduation!

Kiina is finally graduating, too!

We're all gonna feel lonely.

I can't believe that starting tomorrow, Kiina won't be here anymore.

- Unbelievable. - Don't worry.

In my place,

Marin will be staying here.

- What?! - Seriously?!

I shall be in your care.

Mr. Hinata gave you the green light?

Well, he cried a little, but I'll be in trouble if he refuses to let me go.

You should encourage the old man to be independent.

He's a good-looking old man, but he can't fake his age.

Let's encourage him. He can't live without Marin.

Almost, almost... Whoa!

I'll have another helping.

Looks delicious!

Of course.

The food looks high-class.

- Seriously? - Yay!

Today's the last time I'm seeing such a lively night.

You can drop by once in a while.

- That's true. - Yup.

Four years just passed by in a flash.

Seriously, it'll pass by in a flash.

Quit dawdling too much already.

What do you mean?

Move over, move over.

- Are you taking it? - Here goes.

- Okay, okay, okay. - Alright, I've pressed it.

Over here, come on. Here, here, here...

I can't stop crying.

Okay guys, I have to go.

- See you! - Bye!

- Take care. - Good luck!

- Get used to your new company. - I'll try.

- All the best, Kiina! - Doesn't look like she'll get used to it.

- I'm worried. - We're worried.

- See you! - Bye bye!

- All the best! - Good luck!

- Get along with your coworkers! - Good luck!

All the best!

See ya!

She's gone.

It's done!

Hey there.

You're still awake?

I was working on my assignment.

Since you're done with your assignment, let's have a drink.

I guess I'll pass for today.

Is that so?

- Good night. - Good night.

I couldn't take a step forward,

much less avoid it!

- Sayako. - Yes?

Have some tea.

Thank you very much.

Renovation?

That's right.

It's a rather old building,

and the shop has been empty for over ten years.

We were discussing about demolishing and converting it into a carpark,

but when I told my husband about you,

he said, "In that case, isn't it better to let the young ones put it to good use?"

The demolition fees work out to around 2 million yen,

but the property owners said they will cover the full amount.

Sounds great! This is so exciting!

So that means ultimately, they're gonna rent it out as a store again?

They're not looking into making profits, so basically, we're free to do as we please.

They just want us to make something that's useful to the young people and the locals.

So that means a socially responsible space, huh?

I hear that often lately, but what on earth is that?

To put it simply, it means contributing to society.

When's the deadline?

If we start prepping now and work on it during the weekends,

I think we should be able to complete it by May.

I'm seriously getting hyped up!

Who's doing it!

Me!

I'll pass.

Why?!

I'll get busier with the thesis.

Jeez... using that as an excuse again?

Then focus on your work first.

- Okay. - He always says that, but he'll join us in the end.

Alright, one vote for Taku joining us.

I'll measure everything.

- You sure are confident... - Here it is.

Okay!

Looks really good. [Vacant property]

Okay, it's open.

Let's go in.

Looks good, looks good...

It's nice, isn't it?

Yeah, it's nice.

The interiors of the Japanese-style rooms look cool.

We won't know the floor condition unless we remove the tatami mats.

Looks like we'll have to start with cleaning up first.

If we clean this raised platform, I think we can keep it.

What? Since we're at it, might as well redo the whole thing.

But I feel that we can put the steps to good use.

Budget-wise, it's also good to upcycle stuff whenever we can.

The toilet looks like it's in need of improvement.

We can get some workers for this, right?

Mr. Hinata said he'll recommend someone good.

As expected of Mr. Hinata.

Okay, shall we start taking down measurements?

Choose your favorite color.

[April 2024]

It's really crowded!

The cafeteria is indeed crowded during April.

[Sayako Shiratama, second year college student]

By the way, this is your third "April", right? [Sayako Shiratama, second year college student]

What? Shuddup. [Sayako Shiratama, second year college student]

More importantly, how's the renovation proposal getting along?

It should be done by the day after tomorrow.

I'll be presenting it to the Sakagawas this weekend.

Sounds so exciting!

I've found seats!

Hey there.

Oh, hi.

Here. Some snacks for you.

Thanks.

- Let me see it. - Waitー

Looks good. You're more motivated in this that your assignments.

You're right. Unlike assignments, it's more fun to think about how I can make my clients happy.

- I see. - Currently, I can only visualize the interior.

But I can't come up with concrete ideas on how to make it into a socially responsible building or space.

Instead of renovation, maybe it's better to think of it as a conversion.

For the space with kitchen facilities, we tend to come up with cafe or canteen ideas,

but it's possible to turn a deserted school into an office,

or an old bath house into an izakaya*. [A Japanese bar that serves alcohol and snacks]

That's true. Seeing it as a conversion opens up a wider variety of ideas.

You're awesome, Taku!

I have to get going.

- Good luck. - Thanks.

This is probably

the best way to go for our relationship.

So, the front area is a salon-like space for the locals to relax.

- The kitchen in between is for the Sakagawas, the owners. - Yup.

And the back area is an event space that the locals can rent. Is that okay?

- Okay, let's do it! - Yeah!

We look forward to your support today.

- Thank you for your help. - Thank you.

Ready?

And up.

Where do we put this?

- Yeah, on the left. - Okay.

Let's remove the tatami mats.

- Let me do it. - Okay.

Removing.

One, two...

Let's keep this wall.

- Why? - I have the feeling that

this wall is an important part of the building's history.

Really? But it looks lame.

Of course removing it improves its appearance,

but I feel that keeping it will preserve the character of this space.

Okay, let's keep it.

Got it. Over to you.

Well received.

'Sup.

Taku, you're here!

I told you he'll come.

We knew you would come.

Let me help. Give that to me.

Oh, thanks.

Is it okay for you to come?

For a change of pace.

I see.

Done. Let's bring it over.

Ready? And go.

Ow, ow, ow... It hurts.

Are you okay?

- Thanks. - Here.

- Muscles aching? - Yeah.

The fact that my muscles ache soon after, means that I'm still young.

The way you say it doesn't sound young.

I dare you to say it again.

Here. Wanna taste it?

I wanna taste it!

Hang on a sec.

Wait. Is this how you taste it?

Is something suspicious going on with them?

Do you think so?

The beer is so good!

Food tastes especially good after a hard day's work.

- Delish. - I realized I lost 1kg when I weighed myself just now.

No way. I didn't lose a single gram of weight.

Hint. Metabolism.

- Alright, zip it. - You're an old bird, Sayako.

Who's the old bird?

We're gonna put up the wallpaper this weekend, right?

That's right!

I'm looking forward to it!

Taku, didn't you say you're not helping?

Yeah, he said that.

Will it affect your thesis?

I'll do it at night.

And also during the Golden Week.

All of you won't be around, so the renovation will be halted.

- Is that so? - I've promised to visit my grandmother's place.

My cousin is getting married, so I'm going back to my parents' place.

My bullet train ticket just arrived, so I'm going back home.

I'll be working part-time at a hotel in Nasu.

Sayako, what about you? You're not going back to your parents' place?

Since everyone's not around, shall I go back?

- Join me, Ryu. - Where?

- At Nasu. - No, thanks.

- Why? - Because I'm going home.

Then drop by on your way home.

I feel really dizzy when I look up.

- A hangover? - Lack of sleep.

I always end up working on my assignments till morning.

Get some sleep. You'll fall ill at this rate.

Don't worry. I'm still eating well.

- Here. - Got it.

Okay.

Looks good.

- Things look good lately, huh? - What?

You and Taku.

I'm the observant type, you see.

Nah, nah. No way, no way.

I mean, I'm ten years older than him, after all.

I don't think that really matters, though.

Taku is like a little brother to me.

That's a phrase frequently used by people with an ulterior motive.

Taku doesn't see you as an older sister.

- Taku! - Taku!

- Taku! - Hey, Taku!

What happened?!

- Is he okay? - Someone, call the ambulance!

Is he conscious? Marin, the blankets.

Taku!

- Blankets, blankets... - Taku, are you okay?

Can you hear me, Taku?

Are you okay?

I'm still feeling giddy.

I'm glad it's nothing serious.

It's gonna really hurt if you break a bone.

You did mention you had broken your bones before.

All four limbs.

Plus both hands.

How did that happen?

You'll need to be hospitalized for a few days for a more thorough checkup.

Do you have your insurance card?

Sorry, it's at home.

I see.

I'll contact your family later. Can you give me their number?

You don't have to call them.

- But it's better to inform themー - I said it's fine.

They don't need to know.

You don't want to worry them, right?

No one bothers to worry about me.

Don't say that.

I come from a single-parent family.

When I was in L.A.,

my mom died of illness,

and my dad took me in.

After that, he brought me back to Japan,

but we weren't on good terms.

Because we both don't see each other as family.

Is that so?

But thanks...

for showing me concern.

Seeing Taku with that sad smile,

I couldn't help but find him pitiful.

I want to be with Taku forever.

But...

at this rate, my feelings for him will get stronger one day.

I cannot

be with Taku any longer that this.

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[Shonan-Hayama Real Estate] [Specialist in Coastal Living]

There's no house available for rental below 20,000 yen.

Please, I beg you. Even stigmatized property is fine.

Though you say that...

- I'm fine even if there are a hundred spirits. - Hundred spirits?

Yes, they'll say "Good morning!" when you wake up and "Good night!" when you sleep.

I'm back!

Welcome back!

You're late.

Yeah, I did some work when I went to campus to get my stuff.

- Curry? - That's right. The hospital food was bland, wasn't it?

I'm impressed.

- Where's everyone? - They're all away during Golden Week.

I see. I'll go put down my stuff.

Okay.

[SearchHouse: We've found your ideal home!] [We recommend you this property based on your searches]

I feel so refreshed!

Phone, phone...

Hurry and go to bed.

- Sayako... - Hm?

You're looking for a house?

I happened to see the notification.

You're moving out?

Why?

Well...

I just felt that way.

You have any problems with this place?

- Totally not. - Then why?

I mean...

I'm just considering about it.

Why?

Can't you just stay here?

Why do you want to move out?

I don't get it.

I'd hate it... for you to move out.

What's wrong?

It's nothing.

What is it?

What's wrong?

I'm sorry.

Does your stomach hurt?

My heart hurts.

Because I love you.

That's why my heart hurts.

I love you, and that's why I'm moving out.

Let me go!

I didn't think

that you'd have any feelings for me.

I told myself

that I shouldn't fall in love with you.

I...

Ever since that night,

I have been in love with you.

I love you,

Sayako.

I'm back!

Sayako, wanna eat some raw whitebait?

My grandmother gave me plenty of it.

Sayako...

Huh? She's not here.

Sayako, Sayako!

- That's mine, that's mine. - Put on your pants for now!

- Taku, are you in? - Hang on...

[Next Episode] One of you has to leave this house. [Forcefully driven out of the share house?!]

You should just try dating him. [Forcefully driven out of the share house?!]

I can't do this.

What do you want to do, Sayako?

Don't force your egotism upon her. [Is a crack forming in their relationship?]

He doesn't know anything about you.

You wouldn't understand.