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Say...

I'd like to thank you for today. How about we share a drink?

Let's drink ourselves silly.

No.

We're already here.

I won't let you use alcohol as an excuse tonight.

Wait, hold on. What sort of underwear was I wearing today?

Oh no. My ratty, cotton high-waists!

Huh?

Sorry, I can't.

You can't?

Sorry.

I'll head back to my own room.

[Aoshima-kun is a Bully!]

Is something wrong, Mr. Tanizaki?

You can tell?

With how obvious you are? Yes.

Well, you know. Life's been difficult.

- Care to hear me out? - No, thank you.

You're real blessed, you know that?

Your relationship is working out...

Oh hey, Aoshima.

Good morning.

No way.

Thank you again for helping us out at our event last week.

Of course.

Here are those documents you needed.

Thanks.

Though, I suppose you'd rather see a certain someone, eh?

Ms. Katsuragi -

Huh? Wasn't she just here?

I think so.

Is that everything?

Yeah, thanks.

What're you doing?

- Aoshima? - Shh!

What is it this time?

You never change, Yukino.

Turning him down because of your ratty underwear? Hilarious.

Well, I'm certainly not wearing easily accessible lingerie all the time.

I wear a T-back all day, every day.

To avoid underwear lines, of course.

Every day? Seriously?

Men don't care about underwear. They're too busy worrying about what's underneath.

I bet Aoshima wouldn't mind your ratty underwear anyway.

What happened after that fiasco?

He went straight back to his room.

When I woke up the next morning...

Sorry, work called in with an emergency.

I'll be heading back to Tokyo first.

Poor Aoshima.

He thought he had a chance, only to be rejected without reason.

I just think life is easier in my drab underwear, alright?

It's not a comfort I can easily give up.

I don't care about your underwear woes.

Do you plan on avoiding Aoshima forever?

Well...

I wonder.

Yukino.

You need to do away with your ratty underpants,

and that stiff shell of armor around your heart.

Sorry, I can't.

She definitely rejected me, right?

But why?

Was she tired?

Guess it's time I retire these, huh?

But if I shed myself of these, it means I'll dive head first into a life of turmoil.

I'll be leaving the easy, comfortable life. Like these comfortable, ratty underpants.

No. Toss first, think later.

Right then.

Well, I could still wear these at home... right?

Ms. Yukino.

- Good morning. - Morning.

We haven't seen each other since that day.

Pardon?

Since the promotional event.

Ah, right. The event.

I'm sorry I had to leave ahead on such short notice.

I thought about dropping by for a farewell, but it was still early.

It's fine. Was everything alright with work?

Thankfully, yes.

I need to tell Aoshima exactly what's on my mind right now.

Listen. I want to talk about our... other thing.

Are you holding up alright?

What?

You were really pushing yourself at the event.

Of course you were tired afterwards.

No, that's not it.

- Please, relax. - You have it all wrong -

- No, I understand. - And I'm telling you, you don't.

I mean...

Well, how to put it...

Sorry.

Hello?

Yes.

To take the next step with Aoshima or not.

That is the question, isn't it?

All this over ratty underwear? Pathetic.

Ms. Kimura, what did you have for lunch?

Today? I had omelet on rice.

Again? You sure love your eggs and rice.

It's like routine.

- Do I order it that often? - You do. Is it worth the hype?

Give it a try tomorrow.

Maybe I will.

Katsuragi, do you have a minute?

Yes, sir.

Could you put in an order for a celebratory flower display?

Of course.

We'll need it addressed under Director Ishimori's name.

It's for one of his favored business partners, so make it a good one.

Will do.

A flower display...

[Snack Bar Reiko]

Welcome.

And I see Zakki* is with you tonight. [T/N: from his name, "Tanizaki"]

Ms. Reiko, you look as beautiful as ever.

As do you, Ms. Tamayo.

Long time no see.

What's wrong? You're lacking your only redeeming quality. Your gusto.

Am I that obvious?

Well yes, I did come to ask for your wisdom.

You see...

- Seconds, please. - Sure thing.

Like I was saying. I went over to my girlfriend's place because she said she missed me.

I, of course, was happy to hear she wanted to see me.

- Exactly... - Except when I got there, she was all miffed for some reason.

So much so, that she kicked me right out!

At least I left on amicable terms...

Anyways, what is up with girls when they get like that?

Because I know hormones can happen, and stuff.

Well...

Can I tell it to him straight?

Please do.

Zakki. Mentally prepare yourself, alright?

What? Why?

Because your relationship is coming to an end.

What?

Your girlfriend only called to see if she truly loved you.

And as a result...

I was kicked out?

Really? But things were going so well for us.

No, she wouldn't come to hate me on such short notice...

Sometimes a gut reaction is all it takes for feelings to wane.

Instinct isn't something anyone can simply defy, after all.

Then what's the solution...

Thanks for trying to empathize, man.

I know my woes are far beyond you.

Don't be so quick to assume.

He may be a looker, but he's a complete novice when it comes to romance.

Seriously?

But he's been doing so well with Ms. Katsuragi.

- Is he now? - So, Mizuki's crush is named "Ms. Katsuragi".

Have you met her, Zakki?

I see her every day. She's an experienced coworker of mine.

Really now.

You didn't tell them?

An office romance? Ah yes, I remember those knowing looks.

We would slip up with first names,

sneak out of drinking parties... the memories.

- What? - Oh nothing, just reminiscing, that's all.

- Reminiscing? - I remember the romantic tension all too well...

Oh my goodness!

My boss and I had some drama for sure.

What to drink tonight?

It's the bottle I bought back in Yugawara. [Blue Bird Sake]

How about we share a drink or two?

Sorry, I can't.

Yum.

I bet Aoshima would've liked this flavor.

Sometimes a gut reaction is all it takes for feelings to wane.

Do you have some time tomorrow after work?

I'd like to talk this out, properly.

What is it I even want from "this"?

Do I leave my comfort zone, and take that next step with Aoshima?

"I'll be free after 6PM."

"What about you?"

I'll be free as well.

See you at the usual bar.

I should clear things up, and soon.

Right. It's now or never.

Ms. Katsuragi, the Chief was asking for you.

Thank you.

- I'll see you tomorrow. - See you.

- See you tomorrow. - See you.

See you.

Chief, is everything alright?

Actually, I wanted to ask about those flowers for Director Ishimori's client.

You put in the order, right?

A flower display...

Yes, I made sure of it.

Well, the Director called, and said our flowers never made it.

Sorry, but could I ask you to look into it?

Of course.

See you all tomorrow.

See you.

No way.

They mistook my 7 for a 1, and sent it to District One.

Those flowers were delivered to the wrong address!

- See you all tomorrow. - See you.

Sorry, I'll be late. Go ahead and start ordering.

[No rush, take your time.]

Mr. Director, my deepest apologies.

I'll get those flowers to you right away.

Sorry to put you in a tight spot.

- No worries. I have to get going. - Thank you again.

Want a drink to start?

- Then I'll have a beer. - Sounds good.

Thank you for taking my request on short notice.

Sure thing.

I need to tell Aoshima what happened.

Where is my phone...

Huh?

It's not in here.

I have to get going.

Thank you again.

Unbelievable...

Sir, I apologize for the wait.

I've brought your flowers.

You're a lifesaver.

Thanks for rushing this to us.

- Then I shall get going... - Nonsense. You're here, might as well have a drink.

- Sir, I... - Join us, I insist.

The number you have called is currently...

I've left Aoshima waiting for far too long.

Welcome in.

Is Aoshima here?

He was waiting for you,

but he just left.

Oh...

I see.

What horrible timing for a rush job.

But that's nothing new now, is it?

I suppose romance wasn't in the cards for me after all.

Besides, Aoshima and I wouldn't have worked out anyway...

Ms. Yukino?

- Thank goodness. - What are you doing in this area?

I wanted to make sure you were okay, since you weren't answering any calls.

Sorry, I was busy fixing a mistake I'd made on the job.

I was in such a rush, I left my phone at the office.

I couldn't help but jump to conclusions, and think of the worst.

Sorry to worry you like that.

It wasn't all bad. The wait helped me confirm something.

I enjoy your company, and miss you when we're apart.

To be honest, no one's ever gotten to me like you have.

But now I'm more certain. I'm in love, aren't I?

You're teasing again.

Why do you brush me off like that?

Ms. Yukino, I've fallen head over heels for you. And this time, it's no joke.

What a load of trouble.

Trouble?

You know we're nine years apart, right?

The only reason we're even speaking now,

is because coincidentally, we had common interests in mind.

Dating wouldn't go well between us, I'm certain.

I never asked to hear about the "what-if's".

I just want to know how you feel.

Answer me honestly, and I'll be on my merry way.

Life is easier alone.

I've had my fill of romance.

I want to drink my alcohol, wear my drab underwear, and live my life, alone and free.

I'm satisfied as is.

I've had enough of trouble and turmoil in my life.

Don't go.

You know what?

This might be the happiest I've ever been in my entire life.

I thought I had aged out of these sorts of things.

But... he makes me want to believe it's all still possible.