What happens to 01 if he loses to 02?
He'll just be disposed of.
Riko!
I'm glad you're alright.
I was worried.
Stay away!
Izawa Riko didn't choose 02, she chose 01.
Night is a robot right?
Don't tell anyone, please!
Please.
You like her, don't you?
If you lie to yourself
you'll lose what's important to you.
The competition...
Let's enter it together.
But only one group from ASAMOTO can enter, right?
It's alright.
Because I quit the company.
Huh!?
What's the meaning of this?
I'm entering the competition independently with Riko.
Can't you do that without quitting the company?
It's a question of how I feel.
I don't want to rely on the company anymore, but on my own strength.
- That's why... -That's just being naive.
Big bro, you're the one that said ASAMOTO has no need for me.
I want to do things my own way, freely.
Just throwing everything away on a whim isn't freedom!
It's being irresponsible!
Soushi.
Your grandpa also lived carefree.
But he also cared about his employees more than anyone.
And that's why people followed him.
Anyway... I don't intend to be part of today's ASAMOTO.
This may be a good chance for him.
He needs time to grow up.
You keep this.
Letter of Resignation
Asamoto Soushi has resigned!
What!?
He... he really quit?
- I'm sorry to say it's true. - Don't you look happy?
No, I've lost a precious underling.
He was actually a great underling.
- Stop calling him an underling! - Why'd he quit?
It's way too sudden.
To work independently with Riko
And enter the Brno International Sweets Competition.
Huh!?
So you are entering?
Well...
But he didn't need to quit.
Listen up everyone, I know everyone's sad over that prince.
But we as a group
Need to focus on taking this PR department to the next level!
Huh? What? Ow ow ow.
Mr. Hirata, you're in the way.
Hey, get rid of that.
Understood.
Yea.
Soushi quit?
Why?
To work independently with Riko
And enter the Brno International Sweets Competition.
Who are you?
I'm the janitor, Tenjo Night.
And who might you be?
This is Soushi's older brother, Asamoto Masashi.
He's vice president of ASAMOTO.
We're in a meeting.
Clean up later.
I'm sorry for interrupting.
Thank you for employing Riko in this company.
Masashi-san.
Don't call me that.
Understood.
Then I'll call you by nickname.
For Masashi-san... "Ma-kun" or "Ma-bo"
Are the standard nicknames used.
How funny.
Masashi-san used to be called Ma-kun a long time ago.
So you're a Ma-kun, huh?
Ma-kun.
Well then, please take care of my Riko.
Ma-kun.
Don't call me Ma-kun!
Maybe Ma-bo would be better after all?
Ma-kun is a better fit.
You're right. Ma-kun.
Get out of here already!
Go!
His batteries have been dying a lot lately.
It might be an effect lasting from his battle with 02.
I'll go change his batteries.
Hand this to the chief later.
How long are you going to keep reporting this false data?
Just keep quiet and give it to the chief.
I feel like there's something missing.
No, it's great!
I think this is good enough.
I wonder what Soushi will do now.
He said we wanted to do things his own way.
He was really into it.
Oh really?
Well, Soushi doesn't know what the real world is like.
It'll be better for him to leave ASAMOTO for a while and struggle a bit.
- Thank you very much.
Two beers, please.
Got it.
Two beers, please!
OK.
Welcome.
Soushi-san, what's with those clothes?
Why?
I'm going to let him work here for a while.
Huh!?
Table for two?
Sorry for the wait.
There's no room for me here.
Yup, you'll probably be fired Kouta-kun.
Is it really alright to have this many employees?
Because of him, sales have been brisk.
Excuse me.
Can we add a salad please?
Excuse me.
Yes?
What would you like?
Excuse me.
Yes?
Two beers, please.
Two beers, got it.
SHOCK!
Two beers and a salad for the table in the back.
OK, got it.
Hey, hurry and help out.
Oh, yea.
Yes yes.
You really helped me out.
I left my home but didn't have anywhere to go.
Soushi-san, where are you staying then?
I'll be crashing here.
Oh, but when I find a real place
I'll leave here right away.
You even left your home?
Well, I want to live independently.
A little late in life, huh?
But aren't you rich? Why don't you stay in a hotel?
Or Natsumi-san's place.
I like this place.
Oh, I'll do that.
Ah?
It's alright.
Right?
It helps me out too.
But this is really refreshing, having a part time job.
Really?
I haven't worked anywhere besides ASAMOTO.
I see.
Welcome!
Wow, nothing but good looking guys.
Especially the one in the middle.
You must get a lot of female customers.
Good afternoon.
Are they hitting on us?
SHOCK!
Mr. Namikiri.
And you are?
Oh, I'm just another outstanding electrician.
Oh, really?
Actually the TV in my place is on the fritz, could I ask you to fix it?
Ask away!
Could I have a business card?
You sure can.
Thank you.
Izawa-san, can I borrow this guy?
Go ahead.
Shall I give you a massage?
Strong yet gentle.
That should do it.
Thank you very much.
I'm always in need of repairs.
Don't worry about it.
That just shows how much you're trying forIzawa-san.
I'll make Riko happy forever.
I see.
Thank you very much. - Thanks for the food.
Thank you very much.
Welcome back.
I'm back.
Look.
Yes?
You two sure are close.
No, we aren't!!
You say it like we hate each other.
Hey hey hey...
Kouta, Soushi, take care of the sign outside, will you?
OK. Let's go, Kouta.
OK.
Soushi-kun sure is great.
Yea, he is.
Hm? Oh? Riko, could it be?
You like Soushi-kun?
Huh? Not really.
Besides, the boss has a pretty girlfriend already.
Hey Riko.
Don't get too serious about a robot.
Huh? I know that.
Well, I'll be going now.
Sorry to keep you waiting Riko.
Where'd you go?
I was changing my battery.
Battery, huh?
Fujiko-san, good night.
Yea, good night.
You leaving?
Yes.
I'll come over and get that mousse for the contest later.
Got it.
Good night.
Those two sure are close.
Yea.
What's that? You jealous?
Huh? No way.
Oh?
It's great!
I tried a lot of things and came up with this.
This can make it.
Of course. Riko worked so hard to make this.
Riko can win for sure.
I wonder.
Well, it's not that easy.
That's true.
Another guy.
Riko can win for sure.
I'm not saying it's impossible.
Knock Knock.
Sorry for butting in.
Miss Landlady!
Who might this handsome boy be?
This is Riko's boss.
Asamoto Soushi.
Hello.
This is Tetsuko-san, her name is written with the kanji for "iron" and "children".
What are your hobbies?
Huh?
This isn't a matchmaking party.
By the way, where's Toshiki-kun?
Oh, Toshiki-san...
He went on a trip.
Huh? A trip? No way...
Don't be sad.
Time heals all wounds.
Naito-kun, you're so kind.
Miss landlady, you brought cookies today?
Open wide!
Ahhh
��?��B Yum.
You too. Ahhh
Miss landlady.
What about Toshiki-san?
I make it a point not to dwell on the past.
Ahhh
Um...
Izawa made this. Would you like some?
What delicious looking dessert!
I'll have a bite.
Thank you.
It's delicious!
Yum.
You're really good.
This taste reminds me of something I ate in Paris.
Everyone, a long time ago I used to dance in Paris.
Tetsuko dance.
Well Soushi-kun, come again.
Because you're handsome!
If you hear from Toshiki-kun, let me know.
OK. Good night.
That landlady is way too much.
Don't worry.
I'm Riko's boyfriend only.
You two are really close.
No, we're not...
Yes, we sure are!
Riko is very important to me.
Night.
Well, I'll go enter this for preliminary judging tomorrow.
Thanks.
Well, good bye.
Good bye.
Good night.
Good work.
Oh? You cleaned it up really nice.
Is it really OK to throw out Soushi-san's personal belongings?
Hm? He just left them here, so whatever.
Besides that, come give me a shoulder rub.
I've been really stiff lately.
Understood.
Oh.
How about this everyone?
Let's go out for drinks tonight!
So how about it?
Adachi, you heavy drinker.
Oh, Boss!
I'm not the boss anymore. I'm just another Putarou-chan.
Soushi-san, are you coming back to the company?
No, I just came to collect my personal belongings.
What the heck is a Putarou-chan?
I got a part-time job working at a cafe.
Soushi-san.
Please come back to the company.
Huh?
Mr. Hirata's not good with people.
That's enough.
50 yen per minute.
What?
Living expenses are harsh, so shoulder rubs aren't free.
Huh?
My shoulder's have been so stiff lately.
I wonder why.
Adachi-san.
What? What's the matter?
Please have Dei-san rub them for you.
No way!
If I rub Adachi-san's shoulders...
Riko will get jealous.
Don't say such weird things!
Well then...
I pray for everyone's good health.
Soushi.
Looks like your mind's made up.
But you didn't have to quit.
I want to test myself.
That's not like you at all.
I'm hungry.
Then do you want a piece?
Yea.
Here.
It's good.
But I think adding some cayenne pepper would give it a little flair.
Really?
I'll give it a try.
Go ahead.
For your help, how about I take you on a date?
Huh?
I guess you'd rather be with Riko-san, huh?
What're you saying?
I'm just interested in her skill.
Riko's sweets are really good.
She's still not complete.
But she has a knack for it.
I see. I'm looking forward to the competition.
I'll take care of it.
Please do.
You think it's because of Soushi-san?
What happened?
Mika-chan quit.
Izawa-san, you didn't know?
She came to clear out her desk a little while ago.
She's probably still around.
Mika-san.
You're quitting?
Is it because of me?
Because I was rude to you...
That's not it.
I'm just getting sick of things.
I'm getting sick of myself.
I've done so many terrible things to Riko.
She's always trying so hard
And she's so trusting, like an idiot.
But it's just kind of pointless now.
No matter what horrible things happens to her
She still strives hard to fulfill her dreams.
And she won't even get mad at me.
That's because Riko thinks of you...
As an important friend.
I hate to admit it but
Now I'm beginning to understand why you chose Riko over me.
I'm gonna find a guy even better than you, Night-kun.
Soushi-kun, like this.
In one stroke.
Oh, I see.
This place is too crowded with part-timers.
Riko, what's wrong?
Are you OK?
Yea.
Welcome.
Ma-kun.
Big bro!
Why are you here?
Natsumi-kun, what's the meaning of this?
Oh, this is Soushi-kun's brother?
Yes, this is the vice president, Ma-kun.
I said don't call me Ma-kun!
You all are working here?
I'm sorry.
I wanted to check the place out.
I'm leaving.
Hey wait.
Since you came all the way, why not have a drink?
Please.
The sight of Soushi doing part-time work is kind of refreshing.
Oolong tea please. - Huh? Oh, sure.
It's OK to drink once in a while.
I have to get back to work after this.
Then don't come to a bar in the first place.
It's not like I wanted to.
Ma-kun, Soushi-san, please get along.
Stay out of this!
They're in synch!
We are not!
You really are brothers.
You're just alike.
Ah, excuse us.
Those two don't get along.
Leave them be.
Why? They're just alike.
Well, there's a lot going on.
Sit. Have a brotherly talk.
That's right, please do.
Here's your Oolong tea.
So the solution you came up with is to work here?
I wanted to work somewhere where I could see the customer's faces.
You mean this place?
Bro, do you see our customer's faces?
What're you trying to say?
ASAMOTO right now...
Is geared towards brand imaging and reporters.
I just...
I want our sweets to leave a smile on our customer's faces.
I want to make sweets that people will remember.
Then why did you quit the company?
You're just running away!
I want to see the prince in his work clothes.
Mr. Hirata, he'll hear you!
Pull it open. - Welcome.
Is Asamoto in here?
What do you want?
Mr. Vice President!
Excuse me.
I'll call a taxi for you, sir.
Thanks for coming.
Ow.
I shouldn't have come here.
Sorry.
It's ok, it's ok.
Sorry about that.
It must have been ugly to watch.
So your brother's the Vice President?
Well, yea.
Even a tiny place like this takes a lot of work to maintain.
So it must be even harder on your brother.
The results for the competition haven't come in yet?
In one week, the 1st round results come out.
So? Is there a chance of winning?
I don't know...
But whatever Izawa makes, I can say with confidence...
It's delicious!
I see.
I'll be cheering for you, good luck.
Yes, thank you.
It's almost time for the 1st round results.
The boss sure is late.
He said he'd call.
It'll be alright.
I'm sure you passed...
Huh?
Boss.
Izawa.
Soushi-san, what are the results?
You did your best.
I see.
Well...
Hm?
Notification of Qualification
You made it past the 1st round!
We did it!
Isn't this great? Congratulations.
Yea.
Next up is the Japan Preliminaries, good luck.
Yea.
Listen up, everyone.
About the Brno International Sweets Competition...
Hirai Natsumi-kun passed the 1st round of judging with flying colors.
Wow!
Well, Natsumi-kun is highly regarded in the culinary world.
Good luck!
Yes. I'll do my best to meet all your expectations.
Riko also passed the 1st round.
Huh?
Izawa, you're great!
Good job, Izawa-san. - Is that true?
Since we entered independently,
That makes us ASAMOTO's rivals.
Shut up already.
Will everyone listen for a second?
The prelims are Monday, next week right? Huh? So when the supplies are delivered...
Good luck, Riko.
Yea.
Cheers!
Congratulations! You're great Riko!
But there's still the Preliminaries.
Aren't we all celebrating a little too much?
What was that?
Good evening.
Welcome.
What's wrong? - Good evening.
Riko-san, congratulations on making it past the first round.
You too, Natsumi-san.
Riko-san, you really have talent.
Huh?
Soushi's so into you...
It's the first I've seen him like this.
Riko learned independently, without proper training or studies.
She's still inexperienced.
But she does have a knack for it.
Is that praise?
Isn't that another way of putting me down?
I'm looking forward to the competition.
I won't lose.
Riko won't lose either.
Oh, if you'd like, why don't we all celebrate on Sunday?
Huh?
That sounds nice.
Let's all go together!
Riko, are you OK?
Yea. Are you?
I'm fine.
Ooh!
Wow, a tunnel!
Let's link arms too.
Huh?
Hey wait!
Isn't this fun Riko?
Night, your arm is too high!
Hey look! Look!
Is your neck okay?
I don't think so.
Hey Riko, lets ride that!
You're way too into this.
What's wrong?
I don't do Roller Coasters...
Huh!?
Geez!
Huh?
Yay!
It's on!
Riko, good luck!
Shoot!
Huh?
Take that!
We did it! Yay!
You're great, Night!
You're worthless.
You're way to strong!
his is me and Riko's victory of love.
Huh?
Where's Night and Natsumi-san?
They're not back yet from shopping.
Well, here you go boss. - Oh, thank you.
I'm gonna eat ahead of them.
Good luck in the competition.
Yea.
Isn't it good?
Boss, say it's good!
No way.
Riko. Sorry we're late.
Who's gonna eat all that?
Riko, which do you want?
Huh? The potato chips, I guess. - OK.
Then I'll feed Soush, too.
Open wide!
C' est bon!
Wow!
Wow wow wow wow!
How cute!
So cute!
You're not very shy, are you?
Saying things about love all the time.
If you love someone, isn't it natural to say so?
I see.
Soushi-san have you told Natsumi-san?
That you love her?
Huh? I'd never say that to her.
You should tell her.
When I make Riko smile, it makes me happy.
I want to always be there to protect Riko's happiness.
Riko's smile is my happiness.
Sorry, sorry!
There was a line for the toilet.
Shall we start heading back?
Yea. - Let's go.
Wasn't that fun? - Yea.
There were so many people. - Yea.
It's been a while since you walked me home.
Yea.
The amusement park sure was fun.
Yea.
About the Japan Preliminaries...
Hm?
If I win, will you come with me to Paris?
Huh?
I think we'd make a good team.
The Japan Preliminaries are tomorrow.
Here, it's on me.
Wow, thank you.
I'm kind of nervous.
Riko.
Congratulations on making it through the 1st round.
Huh?
This is...
It's a present from me to you.
Thank you, it's wonderful.
It's not new, sorry.
I took some old clothes and re-tailored them.
No, it's really cute!
I guess that's why you're the ideal boyfriend.
Because I love you Riko.
I'll try hard for you, Night.
I'll work hard for you too, Riko.
Yea.
We should report on 01's irregularities and proceed with development of the next model.
Is it an irregularity for a robot to have emotions?
Of course it is, isn't it?
It's a robot!
Didn't you say it was just another household appliance?
I'm not sure anymore.
Even though I made this program,
It's started taking on a life of it's own.
Taking away one's emotions is the same as taking away one's life, isn't it?
All participants, please line up in front of your stations.
Riko.
Riko, good luck!
Isn't that nice. It'll get you fired up.
The judges are now entering.
Oh that's...!
It's that famous French pastry chef.
It's him, the guy that lived in Japan a long time ago.
Acien. Or is it Aracien?
Lucien! Possessing a keen sense of taste, the Don of the pastry world!
Wow, it's the first time I've seen him in person.
The vice president is here.
Mr. Vice president.
Natsumi-kun's piece is the most stunning one here.
Of course it is.
Welcome.
Hello.
The Glacage is simply charming.
Thank you very much.
The cream inside is made using Ecuadorian cocoa and Couverture.
Didn't you say your TV was on the fritz?
It's you, isn't it?
The one that made Night.
I know.
Night's a robot.
Is this a joke?
I wish it were a joke.
Night looks like he really is in love with Riko.
That's why it's hard for me to watch.
Why did you make a robot lover?
Well...
Someone that will never betray you, a robot dedicated to love.
A robot to save even just one lonely woman.
Don't play with people's emotions!
Chief, I have something to tell you.
Namikiri-san is betraying the company!
What do you mean?
There's a big problem with 01.
Congratulations on winning the Japan Preliminaries.
The combination of chocolate and Cayenne Pepper was a fresh and novel idea.
Thank you very much.
Next is the main event in Paris.
Please tell us about your aspirations heading into the main event.
We lost.
Yea.
Are you Shirou Asamoto's grandson?
Yes, did you know my grandfather?
Yes, we met several times back when I was living in Japan.
"We met several times back when I was living in Japan."
After eating your sweets
It reminded me of the taste of ASAMOTO's founder's sweets.
Bringing out the natural flavor of the ingredients resulting in a pleasant taste.
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I look forward to next time.
Congratulations.
You're great Natsumi-kun.
I'll do my best in Paris as well.
I didn't do this alone.
Huh?
Something was lacking in my sweets...
The one that told me to add Cayenne Pepper was Soushi.
Soushi did?
I made it through these prelims because of Soushi.
Riko.
Good work.
Night, I'm sorry. We lost.
But you did really well.
But I'm not satisfied with this loss.
It's OK. There's always next time.
Soushi.
Congratulations on the win.
Thanks.
Natsumi, about Paris...
Sorry, but I think I'll go to Paris alone.
Huh?
With Glacage, timing is important.
In order to bring out the chocolate's charm to it's fullest
It can't be left too cold or too warm.
It's the same with love.
I missed out on the perfect timing.
3 years ago, on that day.
Don't let her get away Soushi.
Natsumi!
Do your best.
Of course I will.
Good work.
Yea, good work today.
It's a shame.
But I'm glad.
Huh?
It didn't end the way we wanted but
I was able to do what I liked with all my heart.
There's always next time.
Thanks, Izawa.
No, it's me that should be thanking you.
I'm glad I could work with you.
I...
Yes?
I like you.
Huh?
I like you.
Me too...
I've always liked you.