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Sir, I'm happy we've become better acquainted with one other.

I'm glad to hear it.

You smiled!

I guess it'll be our little secret.

Take a good look, 'cause it's not happening again.

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No way!

Kei! Kei.

Calm down, we did not kiss.

But you did hold hands, right?

Right.

He also smiled with this really soft expression...

He smiled?

Mr. Kurosawa smiled? I can't imagine it.

I couldn't either.

At first, I thought he was a scary guy, who I wouldn't ever get a read on.

I personally don't mind if someone towers over me.

But then he defended me,

and acted surprisingly considerate, too.

Maybe he has a kind heart after all.

Aoi, what did you want to do when you held Mr. Kurosawa's hand?

I...

I didn't want to let go.

Or something?

Thought so.

Stop teasing!

- Go on. - Huh?

Good morning.

Good morning.

Sir, thank you for your time yesterday.

The pleasure was mine.

If you'd like, shall we go out again some other time?

Sure, why not.

Really?

Yeah.

I'll be sure to invite Ayaka as well.

Right.

And here I thought we'd gotten closer.

Now it's like he's distancing himself.

Only my heart, lost in love, wavers with uncertainty.

[The Reason We Fall in Love]

Make sure you mail that out by today.

Will do.

Did you schedule the appointment with Tendanes Co. as well?

Shoot.

I'll get to it, as soon as I finish this email.

There.

What's that?

A reminder written on a sticky note. It'll jog your memory later.

Try it out.

Yes, ma'am.

Ms. Morita, do you have a minute?

Yes, sir.

I want you to head on next week's overnight business trip with Itami.

You won't be joining us, sir?

With only a contract to secure, there's no need.

Will the two of us truly suffice?

Itami could use the experience.

As could you, Ms. Morita.

I'm counting on you to give him the guidance he needs.

Division Manager Kurosawa...

Mind if I have a word with you?

Thank you, good sir.

So? How'd it go with her after I left?

The fact that you tried to run means something happened, right?

Nothing "happened".

Besides, nothing should happen.

Why?

She's my subordinate.

We see each other daily, regardless of what occurs outside of work.

I wouldn't want to ruin her career over something like interpersonal relations.

So no, nothing will ever "happen".

Who decided those rules?

Aren't you just scared of ruining what status quo you have now?

Scratch that, I can't get a read on him at all.

Oh? I spy with my little eyes...

Mr. Oshima?

A Sakamoto.

Don't hunt me out.

You're as skinny as ever.

- Mr. Oshima. - Are you even eating?

- I am. - You'd better. Or else I'm calling you Skinny-moto.

That's "Sakamoto" to you, sir.

Please, let go.

Aw, you're just so adorable.

I'm so jealous...

Mr. Oshima, would you like to join us?

Can I?

Of course. Please, have a seat.

Thank you.

- Aren't you glad they're welcoming? - Sure am.

Man, I am starving.

Your meals all look delicious.

There we go.

Is that enough for you?

I put on some weight, so I'm packing meals to curb it.

But you're fine as is.

Hm?

Nothing, just admiring your home made meal.

I'd recommend starting with gaining muscle, before dieting.

Please quit inviting your juniors to the gym whenever you see the chance.

Sorry, do you dislike physical activity?

No, I love it.

Don't egg him on, he'll turn you into a bodybuilder...

- Mr. Oshima. - Yes?

Would you please help me pick out some exercise equipment?

Of course.

- Really? - Sure.

- Yes! - When are you free?

I'll check my schedule.

Well, I'm free whenever, alright?

Thank you! I'm happy you're willing to help.

[Kei Oshima]

I can't believe Mr. Oshima's first name is also Kei.

If you two got married, you'd have the exact same name.

You're right.

This must be fate!

Except, you're jumping the gun for me, Aoi.

Am I that obvious?

Totally. You're not hiding anything.

I thought so.

But Mr. Oshima has the broad chest, built arms, and kind smile.

He's my ideal to a T!

- I never knew. - Yup.

I love having a crush at the office.

Wouldn't you agree?

Huh?

I guess so.

- Have a good evening. - You too.

Why?

Make sure you mail that out by today.

Will do.

Say, did you happen to see Mr. Itami?

Yes, he just left.

I need to get going as well. See you.

See you...

Why?

He didn't use a sticky note, even after I told him.

Why did Mr. Kurosawa assign me to guide him?

Because I could trust you with it.

Huh? Oh, good evening.

For you.

Thank you.

Can I sit?

Of course.

Thank you for the coffee.

You know, Itami still has bucketloads to learn.

He's really got his plates full.

And he'd better be scrambling, we need him to catch up.

Yes, I know.

But, sir...

I'm not even competent myself.

I'm certainly not ready to give anyone guidance.

You think so?

Well, I don't agree.

I believe there's plenty to learn from your work ethic.

That's why I assigned you as his mentor.

Give Itami and yourself the attention you both deserve, to grow.

I'll be there to watch your back.

So don't worry about it.

Thank you, sir.

You're... welcome.

Mr. Kurosawa.

I'm so sorry! I knew I'd forgotten it.

Mr. Itami?

I wrote myself a note, but it had stuck onto my suit.

I only noticed it later, and realized I'd forgotten something.

Hopefully I'll make it to the post.

Take care, Mr. Kurosawa. You too, Ms. Aoi.

Careful out there...

"Ms. Aoi", huh...

Nothing. Let's head on out ourselves.

Yes, sir.

[Men's Bath]

Itami had called her by her first name.

Ms. Aoi.

Huh?

Am I... getting jealous?

No. Not possible.

We only held hands once.

- I drank too much! - And at the time...

Right, we were both drunk.

No. No way.

She is my subordinate. My direct subordinate, at that.

And yet... my eyes seem to follow her.

Do I... have a thing for her?

[Design Room]

Excuse me.

Ms. Ichikawa, I'm ready to go.

It's time already?

Alright then, let's get to it.

Yes, ma'am.

Our design for this advertisement is meant to evoke "purity",

like the new products it is modeled after.

Previously, we utilized a vivid palette,

to emphasize the "cute" factor present in your brand.

However, this time, we will be using pastels and natural tones,

to further emphasize the "pure" feel in your newest line.

We shall...

Excuse me.

We shall also print out the posters on a matte paper,

hopefully attracting the target audience of women in their twenties and thirties.

Ms. Ichikawa?

Sorry, you can head on back without me.

Unbelievable...

I just had to forget it today, didn't I?

Ms. Ichikawa? Is everything alright?

Sorry. I can't move...

What? Are you okay?

Should I call an ambulance?

No.

It's nothing unusual. I'll be fine.

Head on back without me, okay?

Please wait, I'll be right back.

Could you place this inside?

Of course.

Thank you.

I'm sorry if I made the wrong assumption.

I brought you things you may need.

[Pocket Warmers]

[Medicine for Menstrual Pain]

Thank you.

You saved me back there.

Of course. It was an emergency.

I'm really sorry for the trouble.

I'm surprised you figured it out, though.

My sister and mother also have heavy flows.

I've watched how they become bedridden every month.

So I had a feeling.

I recognize how tough it can be.

I see.

I feel much better now.

- Let's head on back. - Right.

Please don't push yourself.

No need to feel self conscious.

I'm the only one around.

Thank you.

Does this look alright?

Perfect.

Then I'll go get this turned in.

Thank you.

I'll be there to watch your back.

Mr. Kurosawa, let's take a breather together.

Sure.

Aoi.

Thinking of Mr. Kurosawa?

Yeah.

My eyes seem to unconsciously follow him.

It's like I feel uneasy about this or something...

Aoi.

The world changes because of brave people who take that first step.

That first step?

Yup.

Lots of people regret not saying anything when it really matters.

It'll weigh on you.

So you should go tell him everything, with your whole heart.

Okay.

Thanks.

Mr. Kurosawa, you're drinking coffee tonight? That's unusual.

It's nice to have it every once in a while.

Sir, I'm going to put my all into this business trip.

You see, I actually have a crush on someone at the company.

I'm hoping they'll see me in a new light, if I do well.

Good luck.

Mr. Kurosawa.

Does Ms. Aoi have a boyfriend?

Why are you asking me?

So you're not making advances on Ms. Aoi, then.

What?

I mean, the two of you just looked really close.

I had to at least guess.

I lent an ear to her troubles.

That's the bare minimum any boss would do.

Nothing is happening between us.

Does that mean I have a chance with her?

Say that after you're not causing her any trouble, newbie.

Says the one getting mad...

Thank you.

Love between adults is difficult.

As soon as you realize it's not possible...

you only learn to run, tail between your legs.

Love between adults is difficult.

You only get better at making excuses,

leaving the important things left unsaid.

We're going out with each other now.

No need to worry, I'll take great care of Ms. Aoi.

- Your tie. - Thank you.

- Let's dig in. - Yeah.

Why...

Because I can't just leave you.

I can't ever leave you be.