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Now to the back...

She looks so timid,

and yet she had an affair.

What does she see in our chief though...

He's married and has two children.

Does he have a car?

I doubt it! He has a big mortgage.

He has no appeal!

Hi.

Thank you for walking me...

The ad is out, so remember the items.

Would you like to come...

...and see them shoot in the studio?

Mr. Shima...

Where did you go last night?

Did you see Tsukasa home?

I'm right...

It doesn't concern you.

I like you...

I'd like to see you.

If it's only for one night...

Episode 2: A long wait

The pet shop and park is located

on the roof top.

Thank you very much.

Thank you very much.

This elevator will be going down first.

Naoko...

You're already here...

Hey...

Can't you talk to me?

Naoko...

Did you kiss?

Did you go to a hotel with Mr. Shima?

Of course not.

You said you weren't interested in him.

You must think I'm a joke.

No, I don't.

Then, you pity me.

May I join you?

Sure.

Hey, did you hear about our section chief?

What?

He got called in.

You sure are young.

I did my best, but...

...be prepared for the worst.

Yes.

Management found about this affair.

I'll be leaving.

I'm sorry about yesterday.

I got emotional.

When I was in the eighth grade

I had a best friend.

We did everything together...

Even used the bathroom at the same time.

I told her about my one-sided love...

The next day my name and his name

were written in hearts on the chalkboard.

Everyone teased me...

My friend said I should use the chance to date him.

I was so angry...

I didn't go to school the next day.

I didn't know what to say to you.

I've done a terrible thing...

I'm all right.

I won't call in sick.

Naoko didn't come last night...

...so I was alone in the hotel room.

It's lonely to sleep alone in a hotel room.

How does she feel about me?

Okay, Mr. Shima, we're done.

Change your clothes...

- Prepare for the next shot. - Yes.

How did you do?

What?

With Tsukasa?

She seems to like you.

- No, the crab. - Ah, sorry.

You shouldn't get involved

in an office romance.

You got bored with that other girl

after your second date.

You'll have to see Tsukasa at work...

That's my business.

- Good work. - Good work.

Let's go.

Good night.

Don't assume he's yours.

You don't have a commitment from him.

I'm not giving up.

We'll finish up after a few more shots.

I'll be on break in a short while.

Hello, I'm with Daikoku Printing.

I came to get the copy.

Sorry, it's not ready.

You said it would be ready by seven.

We're running behind schedule.

They're waiting at the print shop.

How long will it take?

Ah, I'm not sure.

May I come get it tomorrow morning?

It's really drafty at the print shop.

Your boss must be cutting back on the heater.

You could say he's thrifty.

No, it has to be tonight. We're using it tomorrow.

Please. We're doing this for you.

I understand.

Thank you. I'll be by tomorrow.

- You don't have to come by. - Eh?

We can go to another print shop.

But...

I understand.

I'll wait for it.

Really? Thanks.

Working for a small outfit is tough.

Hey... Miss...

Hello.

How long have you been here?

So you work at a drafty print shop.

It's not nice to eavesdrop.

The Osaka dialect is hard to ignore.

What are you doing here?

I work here.

What do you do?

- I'm an ele girl. - Eh?

An elevator girl.

Really?

You can catch a rich guy that way.

That was in the past.

I guess. Stewardesses get the rich guys now.

It's getting cold.

Is there something warm to drink?

May I?

Go ahead.

Missy, want some?

Hey, missy.

No!

I said no.

Have some missy.

Don't call me that.

Why not?

My name is Sawaki Tsukasa.

Tsuka?

Tsukasa!

We need sugar...

How many, Tsuka?

Tsuka?

* Phrase Cut * [So you live in the same apartment building...]

Maybe I'll move...

Perhaps...

To have him living under the same roof is...

You make it sound like we're dating.

I'd like to...

We're ready.

I'll be right there.

I can't walk you home tonight.

That's all right.

Be careful.

I'll call you tonight.

So he's going to call...

Don't eavesdrop!

It's hard to ignore the Tokyo dialect.

Especially when a couple are talking.

- A couple? - Isn't it?

Do we look like a couple...

You're not?

We are... but we're not that serious.

Is anything the matter?

I wanted to see your face.

Sorry, it's so late.

Please come in.

I'll make you something to eat.

Is leftovers all right?

What's the matter?

Would you like a beer? I have some good pickles.

I got called in today.

I'll probably get transferred.

My wife asked me why I was being transferred...

I told her about us.

She may divorce me. It's to be expected.

My future is shot.

- This isn't like you... - This is the real me.

I came here so you could soothe me.

Yet I'm afraid, too.

- I'm a weak coward... - Stop it.

You must regret falling in love with me.

I won't leave...

...from your side.

I'm sorry.

Can't you be quick about this?

We're very sorry.

Okay, the next one...

Sorry, it's so late!

- Move the middle one... - Yes.

Hello?

I'm sorry to call so late.

Yes...?

This is Noda.

Oh, hello.

Naoko's not home yet

so I thought she may be there.

No, she's not.

Oh, all right.

I'm sure she's having fun somewhere.

Sorry for calling.

I'm sorry!

Did you oversleep?

Your morning routine is about to start.

Last night... did you call...

Call?

- It's nothing. - Are you free tonight?

Yes.

Shall we go out to eat?

What about 8:00 at the place we drank at?

All right...

Yes.

Good morning.

Isn't Naoko in yet?

She has today off.

You better hurry.

Hey, can't you make all the gyozas uniform?

- Do a good job! - Yes.

Good evening.

Miss Sawaki...

I was a little worried...

I'm sorry I called so late.

Not at all. Where's Naoko?

I wonder. It's better that she doesn't come home.

Ramen!

Ah... I wish she'd come home soon.

He takes it out on me.

The customer's waiting!

Shall I make you something to eat?

No, I'm going out...

Have some tea.

Take care of the shop.

I mean it!

- Just for a cup... - This way...

He doesn't trust me at all.

- It's a bit dirty, but please come in. - Yes.

- Have a seat. - Thanks.

I'll make you some tea.

I have to leave soon.

She died in a car accident five years ago.

I wonder if it's my fault.

Did I worry too much?

She didn't have a mother to protect her...

I'd yell at her without listening

to her side of the story.

She became rebellious,

and won't listen to me at all now.

She's young so she can have fun,

but she can at least call me.

Parents worry about accidents and lewd men.

Am I getting gloomy?

Please.

Thank you.

Even I...

...rarely call my parents back at home.

I feel suffocated when I hear their voices.

It's a burden to know they're worrying about me.

Is that how it is?

I'm sure you don't have to worry about Naoko.

We're not that reckless.

We do think of our welfare.

That's not good.

Call them.

Tell them you're okay.

That's all right.

- Really? - Call them!

They'll be really happy.

Hello mom? It's me.

No, everything's fine...

I just wondered how you and Dad are doing.

What did you have for dinner?

Really? I miss your cooking.

Shall we go out for some drinks?

Sorry, not tonight.

Got a date?

Something like that. Bye.

- Good evening. - Good evening.

Just for tonight...

You said you'd see me just one night.

Do you always drive to work?

Or do you have a date?

Is it Tsukasa?

I'll drop you off at the station.

What are you doing?

I'll jump out if you won't see me tonight.

I mean it.

Cut it out.

I'm serious!

I'm serious about you!

Please stay with me tonight.

Stop it.

I can't say what I'll do if you leave me.

One moment please.

Is there a Miss Sawaki here?

That's me.

Hello?

This is Shima. I'm sorry. I can't make it.

Did something happen?

I'll call you.

Welcome home, Tsuka.

What are you doing?

This is my dinner.

- Tsukasa-san, good evening. - Hello.

Isn't it cold?

It's late.

I had to work late and

I didn't want to smoke up my room.

How odd...

People from Osaka are really odd.

Did something bad happen?

No.

Did Mr. Shima jilt you?

No, he didn't...

It doesn't concern you!

You forgot this.

That's not mine.

You were kicking it earlier.

But it's not my can.

Don't complain and throw it away.

My fish looks good.

So much smoke...

Want some?

No, I'm not hungry.

Do you want the head or the tail?

The tail.

Eat it while it's hot.

Delicious!

Isn't it?

I have some cooked vegetables, too.

They're good, too.

- Did you make that, too? - Sure.

You like to cook, but not to clean.

Messy rooms suit beer. Want one?

You don't have to worry about getting drunk.

But...

I won't do anything to you.

I don't want you hanging around me.

I'd never...

I'll have a beer.

My kid drew it for me

when he learned I was coming here.

You have a child...

A kindergartener...

Haruna... what a cute name.

She's really adorable.

I think I'll have a beer.

I should've used more salt.

Look!

What?

Rose pink.

A soft rose color...

I bought it during my lunch break.

I'm running low on money, but

I wanted this color.

Are you listening?

Yes!

I didn't have to buy it!

Don't take out your anger on it.

What shall I take it out on?

The person...

Tsuka...

Beer!

That was good!

I want some more.

You better stop.

I live across of you, so I can get drunk.

Too much beer's not good for you.

I want beer!

I shouldn't have invited you.

What?

Nothing.

Oh no...

What?

I forgot to call.

Call?

My wife wants me to call every day.

You're good about that sort of thing.

We have a set time.

Maybe I should go...

Be careful.

Thanks for dinner.

It's me. Sorry it's late.

Thank you.

Are you all right?

Where were you?

I asked you where you were?

It doesn't concern you.

Thank you very much.

This elevator will go up to the 4th floor and up.

Sorry about last night.

Employees should take the employee elevator.

I'm the one who'll be reprimanded.

You are angry after all.

Please move.

Tonight at 8:00... I'll wait until you come.

It seems our chief's going to be transferred.

Because of his affair...

I wonder where he's going.

Miss Mizuki.

Did you hear about the chief?

Yes.

I didn't think this would happen.

It's all right. I'm happy about it.

Happy?

I know he's suffering yet I'm happy.

I feel closer to him now.

Right now he's only looking to me for support.

Tsukasa.

Naoko!

Your father's been so worried...

That doesn't matter.

What did you do last night?

Huh?

Mr. Shima didn't see you, did he?

How did you know?

I was with him...

He held me...

Would you like another?

Sis, how are you?

It snowed today.

Toru said he'll be going to Tokyo to study.

I hope he makes it into college this time.

You and Toru always fought as kids,

but you two made a nice couple.

I still remember how he watched the boat

you were on headed for Tokyo.

Do you like someone in Tokyo?

If you do... what is he like?

Does he like you, too?

- Hello, Sawaki is speaking. - It's me.

This is Toru. I'm headed for Tokyo.

Where are you?

Kobe.

I'll call you when I get there.

Hello?

I'm glad you're home. I kept calling you...

Can I see you now?

Don't tease me.

Let's forget all this.

I'm close by.

I can see the light in your room.

I want to see you.

Please leave. That's all I have to say.

Wait. I'm serious about you.

Who were you with last night?

I don't understand...

Are you toying with...

...Naoko and me?