I think I like you, Makino
As if I'm going to let this thing fall apart
I'm Shigeru, your lover your fiance
Y-you rented next door?
I just bought the whole building
Huh?
Two hours ago,
I became the owner of the building
Hanazawa Rui
Don't answer it.
Hello?
Sorry I'm late
Shigeru-san
What're you doing here monkey?
Tsukasa...
I'm not a monkey...
Shigeru, wait...
Don't go...
Don't chase after her
But I have a bad feeling about it!
Forget about that! Just don't go
I don't want her to misunderstand
Not like it'll be a problem if she does
But...
You're going to marry her aren't you?
It's not official yet
Huh?
I talked to her parents the other night too, but...
I ditched in the middle of it
You ditched it…?
yeah...
...Mimasaka Akira
You’re the one asked Shigeru-san to go out with you, didn’t you?!
Why would you leave in the middle of such an important meeting?
It’s because you made me worry!
What? I… made you worry…?
Yeah!
You always have…
impeccably bad timing.
A-Are you kidding me? Don’t blame it on me!
Because I heard you fainted.
Huh?
Then, even though my rationale told me I shouldn’t go,
my NBA or something wouldn’t sit still.
N.B.A?
The genes, dumbass! The genes!!
You mean DNA?
B-But more importantly… you came…? To the hospital?
Yeah.
W-W-When? A-Around what time?
Why? Why are you stuttering all of sudden?
Did you do something that you didn’t want me to see?!
O-O-Of course not.
I was in the hospital because I was unconscious!
Hey!
Why are you getting so overwhelmed all of sudden?
I-I’m not! A-A-Anyways, what time did you come?
Just after you got carried into the hospital
I left though, because Rui was already there.
Y-You met? With Hanazawa Rui?
You…
Did something happen between you and Rui?
Eh...
Nothing in particular.
Did he kiss you?
Eh?!
O-Of course such a thing is impossible.
But you’re fidgeting like crazy
So, did you? Kiss?
…I didn’t.
So you did.
I… did not.
You did, didn’t you?
I didn’t.
I bet you did!
I bet I didn’t!
Don’t lie!!
What’s wrong? You two have been so loud.
Oh, I’m so sorry, Susumu. Did we distract you?
Don’t you have a test too, Sis?
Your college entrance exam retake.
Oh! That’s right!
Can you go back to your room already?
Susumu, you should come back now.
Okay, then I’ll go clean up my stuff.
So you’re going to kick me out just because you got yourself in an awkward situation?
That’s not it! I have to… study too.
…So you did kiss, huh.
You are so annoying already!
It’s because you don’t tell the truth!!
Fine then! I’ll tell you the truth!!
Hanazawa Rui kisssed me suddenly!
I-I don’t mean this as an excuse,
but it was so sudden and so unexpected and
I was honestly surprised and… I didn’t know what to do.
So you did do it!!!
Kissing in the hospital room…
You’re such a slut!!
I don’t think you have any reason
to judge me on where I do what!
I don’t like it. That’s the reason.
That’s stupid!
That’s not stupid…
Excuse me…
Thank you for letting me use your room.
See, just… hurry up and leave.
Go back to your room already.
Fine!
See ya, Bro.
Good luck on tomorrow’s test.
Okay!
The relationship between Makino and Tsukasa?
Yeah. Tsukasa was deeply in love with Tsukushi once, wasn’t he?
But their relationship has ended or… I mean…
That’s not what it looked like to me.
Even so,
he still chose to go out with you, didn’t he?
Yeah…
He said he’ll try his best to fall in love with me.
Then all you can do is believe in his words...
and wait patiently.
That’s true, but…
He could have been trying his best to break up with Makino.
I mean,
what were they doing anyways?
You aren’t acting like yourself today, looking so depressed and everything.
Eh?
Maybe Tsukasa decided on you...
after seeing how you’re always optimistic and positive.
…I don't know.
I… guess…
Thanks Mimasaka-san!
Did you forget anything? Your exam ticket?
Don’t worry, I’ve got it all.
Remember, you start by writing your name.
Okay! Then I’m going to go now!
Okay! Take care.
Good luck
All right,
time for my exam too!!
Good morning.
Begin… now.
I see.
So Tsukasa was in Makino’s room, huh.
But he may not understand the full implication behind his actions.
He acts out of instincts more than anything.
Whatever the reason, I just don’t want to get involved in his problems anymore.
You get yourself involved in people’s problems.
Of course not!
Like with Oogehara Shigeru yesterday. You could have just gave some excuse and ignored her.
Yeah, but you can’t really do that.
Akira, you’re really nice.
See!
But maybe Tsukasa won’t come here anymore?
He’s been trying to act like an adult lately and he’s not hanging out with us.
Kyaa! It’s Doumyouji-sama!
Hey, he did show up.
Maybe I’ll give him a piece of my mind for once.
How do you do?
Don’t talk to me so lightly, Pig!!
Doumyouji-sama…
Get out of my sight, Pig!
That’s horrible! I think you went too far, no matter what!
Huh?
I’ve been putting up with it for a long time,
but you always, always call me Pig, Pig, Pig, Pig…
It’s very rude to someone who worships you so much like me!!
I said get outta my way!
Kya! My! I got Doumyouji-sama to touch me before I died.
What the heck are you doing, dumbass!
Are you okay, Yuriko?
Yo!
Hey. Akira,
what’s up?
…You were here too, Rui?
yo
Well, sit down first.
I was just about to talk with him too!
Why are you suddenly in a fighting mode–
Shut up!!
Hey, Rui, give me your face for a second.
What?
Is it something you can’t say in front of everyone?
Don’t play dumb!
I...
don’t think I did anything that’ll make you mad at me.
Calm down, guys.
What did you do to Makino at the hospital?
Why the heck do you know about it?
What did you do to her!?
Are you mad that I kissed her?
I’m the one who wants to ask you!
… What the heck are you thinking?
Are you…
serious?
Are you serious about her?
I’m serious.
Woah, woah, woah, ye, ye, yeah
Woah, woah, woah...oh
Kagayaita no wa kagami demo (From the moment I realized)
Taiyou wo demo nakute kimi da to (that you were the one shining)
Kitsuita toki kara (not a morror nor the sun)
Ano namidagumu kumo no zutto (Far beyond the tearful clouds)
ue ni wa hohoemu tsuki (is the smiling moon)
Love story, mata hitotsu (Another love story)
Kizutsuita yume wa (tarnished dreams echoed)
kinou no kanata e (a song of love)
Sora ni hibike (in the distance)
ai no uta... (of yesterday)
Omoide zutto zutto (The sky never forgets)
wasurenai sora (the memories)
futai ga hanareteitemo (even if the two are separated)
Konna suki na hito ni (The season when you meet the person)
desu kitsetsu nido to nai (your love will never come again)
hikatte motto saikou no lady (Grand Lady, shine more)
Kitto sotto omoi todoku (No doubt your feelings will quietly be heard)
Shinjiru koto ga subete, Love so sweet (Believing is everything)
Waratte motto saikou no lady (Grand Lady, smile more)
Kitto sotto omoi todoku (No doubt your feelings will quitely be heard)
Shinjiru koto ga subete (Believing is everything)
Akenai yoru wa nai you (There is no never ending night)
Shinjiru koto ga subete...Love so sweet (Believing is everything)
Translation: Lily @ jLand.wordpress.com
Timings: Trunkims and Tianj
**This is a free fansub, not for profit**
Stop. Time’s up!
I’m finally finished, and it’s all because of you.
It’s because you convinced them to give me a retake.
Thank you so much!
Do you want to have an early celebration?
But… Honestly, I can’t relax until I find out I passed.
You pushed yourself so hard to the point of collapsing, so…
I think you should be fine.
I hope so…
Oh yeah, then I’ll treat you for once.
You don’t have to force yourself.
It won’t be some fancy place you all go to, but…Is it okay?
Yep.
Got it.
I have something to tell you too.
Something to tell me, huh…
Rui… you…
Are you serious?
Are you serious about her?
… I’m serious.
You gotta be kidding me.
I’m not kidding no one.
Cut the crap, Rui.
I wasn’t going to say anything.
You’re my friend after all. I thought
as long as things were going smooth between you two,
I was okay with it.
I think I’ve told you back then too.
Back then?
About Makino.
If anything happens, I won’t hold myself back, got it?
You ditch her for a year
and then come back with a girlfriend and even be engaged to her.
After crushing her feelings like that,
don’t come back now and act like her f***ing boyfriend!!
Right now Tsukasa...
You’re the lowest jerk
Hey Tsukasa!
Forget it. He’s unstoppable now.
What is this…?
Tsukasa threw a fit.
Domyouji did?
Makino, if you don’t make clear what your feelings are right now,
it’s going get uglier later on.
And we’re ones who have to wipe his ass
don’t forget that
Don’t let that bother you.
He had to give advice to Oogahara Shigeru too, and he’s in an awkward situation.
I see…
Let’s step outside for a second.
Eh?
Over here!
What happened to that scar?!
Nothing.
Are you serious? I used to go near that place a lot as a kid.
The place where you’re staying at right now.
Eh? Really?! That’s so weird.
There’s no rich neighborhoods around there at all.
It doesn’t match you at all.
You finally laughed.
You aren’t yourself when you’re depressed, y’know.
Thank you.
Forget about the stupid pride.
Hey, you should let Yuuki sit here and take her to the beach or something.
I don’t give girls rides.
No way!
It’s the truth.
You’ve only got one chance in life, got it?
Hey. When are you going to say something?
We’re on a date after all.
No, I’m just… I mean, it’s about yesterday but…
Oh, that thing? It’s totally fine. It’s not bothering me at all.
Eh?
I know you still have some feelings for Tsukushi left,
But we started dating under that condition, didn’t we?
I don’t want you to fall in love with me so easily either!
What’s that suppose to mean?
It’ll be like you falling for every pretty girl that comes your way.
That’ll make me worry too much in the long run.
I mean, we’re going to get married,
and you know how people say a marriage is suppose to last forever?
I… like… how you go after someone with your whole heart too.
And you did tell me you’re going to try and love me, so
I’m expecting it to take some time too.
But…
But what? Don’t tell me, did you have sex with Tsukushi after that?!
Hush. Your voice is too loud!
Did you? Man, that’s harsh. Even I’ll have a hard time accepting that.
Stop jumping to conclusions.
You didn’t, right?
Of course not. Not in a place like that.
Tell me beforehand when you do, okay?
As if I’ll say it!
“As if I’ll say it”? You mean you’re going to do it?
That’s not what I mean.
I’m starting to worry.
Hey, it’s Tsukushi!
Just kidding~
Sheesh.
What are you thinking?
I’m always only thinking about you.
Grin!
Looks like things were a bit rough there.
guess I went on a tirade, saying thing I wanted to without thinking.
Things you wanted to?
I guess I should say,
I realized a few things about myself, as I was yelling at Tsukasa.
I wonder when it started….
When what?
When I started liking you.
What are talking about? You already have Shizuka-san.
You cry, you laugh, you get mad…
There’s absolutely no way–
Always seeing you with so many emotions…
Stop acting like such a hot shot!
I thought you were a little annoying at first, but
After seeing you working so hard in life…
I guess you can say something changed within me.
I used to be indifferent towards everything, but
after meeting you…
I began to change slowly inside, and
I don’t know when, but hanging out with you started becoming normal
And I would start feeling lonely without you.
When you went to New York,
I was laughing at you with Soujirou and Akira,
imagining you tripping somewhere by yourself
But before I realized what I was doing,
I was standing in front of you in New York.
I guess… I do like you after all.
Of course he does!
Okami-san
If your first love suddenly turns around and tells you he loves you,
I’m sure it’ll be a shock like no other, but–
Can you speak a little simpler?
Love is not something that sprouts overnight.
The fact that he loves you is nothing strange at all.
What’s important is, who do you love more.
You can’t forget about Doumyouji-san that easily, can you?
Doumyouji…
I’ve already put an end to everything concerning him over and over, and
I honestly don’t want to get involved with him anymore. I mean…
Is that how you honestly feel?
I think Doumyouji should marry Shigeru-san and make himself happy.
Huh?
LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT??!!
Woah! Please, don’t say it so loud!
Where?
A-At the testing site.
Testing site?
Oh, no, I forgot my eraser. Now what am I gonna–
Um…
Huh?
If you want… I have two…
T-Thank you.
Um,
thanks for today.
You’re welcome.
How did you do?
I did okay, I guess.
I did okay too.
Is this school your first choice?
Yeah.
Me too.
Then… I hope we both pass.
Y-Yeah, I hope so.
Darn you little rascal thinking about love!
You have to promise to keep this a secret from Sis.
I got it!
And? Which school does she go to?
…I dunno
Did you ask for her name?
…No
I see…
You’ve fell for her that hard, huh.
This is the… first time I’ve felt like this.
All right then, let’s make a plan.
A plan?
A secret plan between us two guys.
Listen carefully.
She’ll have to be there when the results come out.
Okay.
So you’re going to get there early and wait for her!
Okay.
And then, approach her as soon as she comes!
What!? As soon as?!
Yeah, you don’t want to lose sight of her.
And do I confess to her then?
Of course!
Not after we pass the test and we’re both in high school?
It’s like the saying, Ben should be done quickly!
Ben should be done quickly…
Does that mean people should poo as soon as they get the urge to?
Mistake: "Zen should be done quickly", Mistaken for: daiBEN=poo
You’re such a dirty guy!
Now I’m more worried about the result than the confession.
But we don’t know if she’ll pass too.
Maybe I shouldn’t confess to her so suddenly…
What?
Do you think the girl you love is an idiot?
No, but…
Anyhow! Once you lose sight of her, you lose everything!
If you fell in love with her at first sight,
Of course she’s going to be popular once school starts. Then you won’t even have a chance!
I see.
Listen,
be more confident.
You’re the brother of the girl I’ve recognized,
so you’ll be all right for sure.
Will I really be all right….?
Well, you’re nowhere close to what I have, but you’ve got plenty.
Just put your effort into this and do your best!
Can I hand her a letter or something? Like a love letter?
A love letter?
Bro, you’re quite old-fashioned, aren’t you?
So I can’t?
No, it might work!
Why don’t you write one? I’ll check it for you.
Okay!!
[Doumyouji Group’s profit decreases this quarter]
Again, perhaps we should close the New York Branch.
That’s out of question.
Pardon me.
Nishida.
Yes?
It seems Tsukasa… hasn’t come home these days.
I see…
I believe I told you to keep your eye on him?
Pardon me. Then shall I stay back in Japan?
For this week, yes.
Please keep a close eye on him for this week only
Hello? Shigeru-san?
May I have a chance to see you today?
Then, things are going well between you and Tsukasa?
Yes!
I know he must give you a lot of trouble,
but please do take care of him, Shigeru-san
Yes!!
I wish the best for you two’s wedding from the bottom of my heart.
Fundamentally my father is hoping for this wedding as well.
He’s not angry over what happened the other night?
Not at all! Please do not worry!
I see.
…Oh… this is delicious, isn’t it?
[Sorry for writing you a letter so suddenly.] My name is Ma-ki-no Su-su-mu
I’m home.
Welcome home.
Hm? What were you doing?
Nothing…
How was it? Your exam, I mean. Did you do well?
Yeah
I see.
Oh, are you hungry? I’ll make dinner real soon, okay?
Okay!
Huh?
Did someone come by?
Eh? Nononono, no one.
Really?
Yep.
Tsukasa sure is late.
Yo, sorry for calling you guys out.
You’re late.
So what’s up? You look serious.
The thing is,
I want you guys to lend me your wisdom.
Oh! Are you finally in the mood to settle things once and for all with Rui?
No, that’s not it.
The time has finally come for you two to put your experience with women to good use!
Huh?
Yo! How is it coming along, Bro?
He’s Makino’s little brother. He fell in love.
Bro, stand up straight! Back straight!
Yes!
Is there any way to make him look cooler?
Hey, curls! Try curling his hair!
Curls? Hmm...
How about this for example?
Is Doumyouji-san still living next door?
I sense him, but he hasn’t shown himself lately.
Well, Bro,
now you’re starting to look like a man.
Thank you very much!
Once you learn to drink this, you’ll become a real man.
Pretty bitter, huh.
It’s quite well-made.
How is it coming along?
Bro.
Yes.
It’s pretty absolutely perfect!!
Thank you very much.
It has so much feeling, it’s great.
[To you with the eraser.]
What!? You aren’t going to come with me!?
Listen, Bro.
If you’re a real man, make it flawless! Never, ever rely on someone else!
Don’t worry. We’re standing under the same sky.
Eh…? What do you mean?
Never mind, just have confidence in yourself!
I don’t hear a response!
Yes!!
All right then, practice right there.
Yes!
Okay, stand right there.
Look, she’s coming from over there.
Okay, imagine she’s that granny.
Take a deep breath, and go!
Yes!
Um… excuse me.
Um… I-I realize I might be rude, approaching you so suddenly, but…
Um… err… you lent me your eraser the other day,
and I fell in love with you.
This is how I feel about you. Please read it.
Huh?
All right, great! It’s perfect!
She’ll be completely charmed!
Just do it like this tomorrow!
Okay!!
Great!
Thank you.
How are things going between you and Hanazawa Rui-san after that?
Nothing.
It’s so awkward now that…
I haven’t called him since then. He does call me though.
You don’t pick up?
Yeah...
I just can’t figure out what to say.
There’s no reason you have to answer him so soon,
and I can understand why you’re hesitating, but…
I don’t think you should keep things the way they are now.
I know, but…
What? Did something happen?
Susumu’s starting to…. seem strangely grown-up lately.
Susumu-kun has?
Yuuki-chan,
we’re resuming now.
Sorry, I’ll call you later.
Okay. See ya.
What? Relationship problems?
Yes, it is.
Is she Tsukushi-chan from the other day That was on the phone?
Oh, that’s right! Sara-san, will you give us some relationship advice next time?
Eh…? Okay, but I probably can’t give very good advices.
I’ve only experienced painful love so far.
Tomorrow’s the day! Well then,
Cheers!
He’s still only has one-ten- thousandths of what I have
but I’m really grateful for you guys’ help.
But I wonder if it’ll go well.
Idiot! I’m the one who nursed him to perfection!
Nursing’s not the right word here.
I can’t wait for tomorrow’s result!
If anything, I’m worried.
Me too~
Okay...
Um… can I, can I talk to you for a second?
I realize I might be rude, approaching you so suddenly,
but… um… err…You lent me your eraser the other day,
and I f-fell in l-love with you.
I’m home.
You’re awfully late. Where did you go?
Just around there.
Let’s start dinner.
I’ll pass… for today.
Eh?!
You’re leaving already?
Make sure to call me the minute you find out your results, okay?
Do you want me to come with you?
I-It’s okay! Are you crazy?
Susumu, you’re acting weird lately.
I’m not. I-I’ll go now
I, I, I, I,...I fell in love with you.
Today’s the day.
Stop looking like you’re about to cry.
Okay.
Do your best. You’re fine by yourself, right?
I’ll be waiting by the usual park.
Ok...
All right, go for it!
We are standing under the same sky
Go charm that girl of yours!
Okay!!
If you seriously love him,
he’s going to fall in love with you too.
You’re the girl that I’ve recognized. Of course it’ll happen.
Why didn’t you fight back?!
Because I love you. Why else?
I love you.
Makino! Did you hear anything from your brother yet?
Not yet.
I wonder if he failed…
I see. I hope things are working out for him.
Eh? How did you two know today was when the results come out?
No! Nononono… uh…
Um.
Um… can I talk to you for a second?
Eh?
… err…
Um…
what is it?
I realize I might be rude, approaching you so suddenly, but…
You lent me your eraser the other day,
and I fell in love with you.
This is how I feel about you. Please read it!
[To the girl with the eraser]
My name is Susumu. Susumu the optimist!
Welcome home!!
What are you guys doing here!?
Today’s the important day when Susumu finds out his result, isn’t it?
We just couldn’t sit still.
Where’s Susumu?
Eh…? He’s still not back yet?
Your exam. Did you pass?
I see.
Good job.
And her?
How did it go?!
You tried your best, didn’t you? Susumu?
Yes!
Thank you for everything.
thank you very much
He sure is late
Susumu!
What were you doing!? I was so worried.
I'm sorry.
Susumu has safely… passed his high school entrance exam.
Really?
Why didn’t you call?
Wait a minute.
I don’t know what you’re planning…
I’m not planning anything.
But it’s really annoying.
I don’t want you to show your face in front of us.
Whenever you get involved, everyone suffers!
Sis!
What did you brainwash Susumu with?
That’s not true, Sis.
Susumu, you don’t have to listen to what this person tells you.
…What’s that suppose to mean?
I can’t understand a guy who doesn’t do what he says he’ll do.
Frankly…
I can only see you as the lowest kind of incomprehensible jerk right now
Get out of your room too.
I won’t get out.
Eh…
Susumu has taught me something very important.
Susumu helped me remember my most important feeling
that I had forgotten in the past year.
What do you mean?
Makino…
I love you after all that’s happened.
I can’t think of any other woman but you.
What kind of selfish thing are you saying?
I was born selfish.
You might think I’m a jerk…
But I’m still in love with you.
You can’t be serious…
You can’t be serious!!
There’s no reason you have to answer him so soon
and I can understand why you’re hesitating, but…
I don’t think you should keep things the way they are now.
Eh…!?
Who could it be?
Why…?
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It’s a love you have to stake your life on.
It’s almost Valentine’s. I wonder who Makino will give her chocolate to?
Just a word from Doumyouji…?
I can trust you, can’t I?
Long time no see, Tsukushi-chan!
Yo.
I shall put you to work!
You’re awesome, Sis!
Don’t stare at me like that…
Makino is the only one for me!!