This is what happened last time...
And I've received a six-month suspension.
I won't be here to protect you... I'm sorry.
Which would mean...
Natsumi...
...I'm just in the way.
Goodbye.
I'm truly...
...glad to see you all again.
Six Months Later, Winter
You seem really different, Sensei.
Shocked that your ex is even better than last time you saw her?
Do you regret it?
You can go back! And everyone's waiting for you!
And you?
Don't worry about me! No one's waiting.
Your withdrawal's already been turned in?
This time it really is goodbye...
I just realized something.
I came because I don't want you to be alone.
I have... a baby inside of me.
I should've been happy if we were both there for when it happened.
Love is really something that needs to be evenly balanced.
Did I not love you enough?
Maybe I loved you too much.
And you don't intend on getting married eventually?
No, sir.
Then... you'll be doing this alone, Uemura-sensei?
Yes. I've already discussed it with my family.
What's your take on this, Kashiwagi-sensei?
If she'll let me...
...I'd like to be there to support her.
This is ridiculous!
Do you even realize you're a teacher, Kashiwagi-sensei?
This might be the kind of thing we could laugh off
with a "You really did it now!" at a regular job.
But for a teacher to have a child out of wedlock...
And on top of that, for him to not take responsibility for it...
How do we explain this to the students?
But... I want to congratulate her.
Uemura-sensei is going to a mother.
This is my selfish choice.
I didn't tell Kashiwagi-sensei I was pregnant... until yesterday.
I knew I was pregnant when we called the wedding off.
If I had been mature enough,
I would've been able to decide whether to go ahead and get married
or give up the child more quickly.
I would've spoken about it with Kashiwagi-sensei, as well.
But... I wasn't able to.
And while I was unsure of what to do...
...I could feel the changes in my body every day.
And it felt like... something that was important, and only mine.
I made the decision on my own, without saying anything to anyone.
And I'm sorry I was so irresponsible.
Good morning, Kashiwagi-sensei!
Good morning...
Good morning.
Morning.
Good morning.
I'm sorry... I guess I was testing you.
It's okay.
I've never had anyone wait for me before.
Every day... I'll be waiting here, for you.
I won't do it again.
Infirmary
We're starting personal consultations next week.
You'll need to specifically decide what to do about your futures.
Aw, man...
I...
What am I gonna do...?
I haven't been watching out for you all over the last six months.
So, I'd like to use this chance
to hear what each of you have to say, individually.
That being the case... anything you're considering right now,
please write it down in as much detail, and as honestly, as possible.
Okay...
Right...
Contact Information 2nd Year Class ____ Name ____
Ultimately, it's being looked at as a personal issue between you two.
So, the decision has been made not to inform the students of the matter.
However, a school isn't like regular society.
Things like pregnancy before marriage, or having a child without getting married...
Even a woman raising a child by herself...
The unique society of a school is not accepting of these things.
Once the second semester's over, Uemura-sensei, we would like you to take maternity leave.
The students will be told that you are on a medical leave of absence.
Right...
Kashiwagi-sensei... if you could continue doing what you've been doing.
No... I can't just pretend like nothing has happened...
You should fully experience...
...what kind of demands that the career you have chosen put on you.
Do you understand?
Right...
Can I not be the father?
You cannot.
Letting you go through all this pain... I should do something to take responsiblity.
There you go again, trying to do "the right thing."
You're scared of people being disappointed in you, aren't you?
Because you normally always have the right answer.
You can't think of things as being 100% taken care of all the time.
Things are already bumpy enough as it is. We need to see it through.
It's simple to just do what people expect of you.
But... no more of that.
What do you want to do right now, Shuuji?
Having other people around... they expect things from me.
So... It's easier to be on my own.
I want to help Saeki Hikari.
Then do that.
I ask him what he really thinks... and then, after hearing it, I feel hurt.
Women can be...
...so stupid.
All The Precious Things You Taught Me
Episode 7
The marathon's coming up soon!
Yeah.
Oh, I totally forgot!
You're on the basketball team, so try and aim for a good finish.
No, no, that's impossible.
Why? It's just running.
You have to run 15km!
That's crazy! Who even does that?!
Goodbye, Sensei.
Right. See you tomorrow.
What should I write down?
For my consultation... the school I'm going to is part of a university.
Just write whatever you want.
Like your dreams for the future.
Dreams...?
I've never even thought about that before.
Then try thinking about it.
What do you want to be doing, ten years from now?
Who do you want to be?
I'm looking forward to hearing about it.
I'll think about it.
Okay.
Until then.
Bye.
Did you do one of these?
Did you write that you wanted to be a teacher?
We never went and saw them after...
What do we do, honey?
I guess we need to apologize, right?
Having a kid without getting married!
How are we supposed to face them?
I don't even know what to say...
Look, it doesn't matter what you do.
Just go and apologize.
Shuuji's never done anything he's had to apologize for before now, right?
He's always been so worried about never causing any trouble.
Think of it as finally being able to do something parental for him.
You should go.
The students aren't going to accept what you've chosen to do, Natsumi.
You'll be leaving work just to do as you please.
They have every right to be upset with you.
I understand.
What about Shuuji-san?
He's going to be working with all the other teachers knowing... so it's going to be rough.
Well, it's not like he doesn't deserve a bit of reproach.
Dad...
He's tried to live life according to the textbook,
but it just isn't that simple.
Your dad's having a hard time accepting what's going on because of the trouble he went through.
We got married after you were born, too, Natsumi.
And that sort of thing was nowhere near as common then, so it was really rough.
Your grandpa let me have it, you know!
Well, it was only natural.
And even in these days... it's best to follow the regular procedure.
But... a marriage is for creating a family.
The point is to create the next generation, right?
In that case, isn't it odd to be mad at someone for having a baby?
There are also the people who are married, without children, who get criticism.
People are just arbitrary.
Don't you think?
You don't have to be so nervous...
It's just seeing some old acquaintances. Okay?
3 Months Ago
But, still...
Hello. It's good to see you again.
It's been so long! Staying in Japan this time?
Well, I am getting up there in years...
For now, come and sit down.
It was Natsumi was still in middle school, I think.
You've met Yuugo-san before.
And it looks like he hasn't changed, much.
He's still so anxious all the time. I worry about him!
Oh, that's not true! He has a job at a wonderful company.
Yuugo-san, do you go overseas a lot for business?
That's right! So, he just can't seem to find a wife.
I know someone like Natsumi-san would be understanding of that sort of thing...
They're pretty transparent, aren't they?
See, you're making Natsumi-san nervous.
It's rude of you to try and pawn me off on a beautiful lady like this, anyway.
Oh, Yuugo-san, you're wonderful!
You really have it together.
Well, he's got a ways to go...
Don't pay them any mind.
My parents are just anxious because I don't have my act together. I apologize.
There's no need to rush. You two can get to know each other, and then...
There you go again...
But since we're here...
Right! The connection is there, isn't it?
I'm sorry.
What is it?
I... I'm not looking for a relationship.
Why would you say that...?
I...
I'm pregnant.
It's okay...
Keiko-san...!
Is she all right?
I think so.
And here we were, worried that you were feeling lonely...
What a mess.
Sorry...
But...
I wonder why...
Even then, I'm glad my daughter is having a baby.
I feel all this energy bubbling up, for some reason.
Mom...
It'll be okay. If it's just one more...
I could raise it myself!
Your mother may be excited...
...but she's really very worried about you.
Yeah...
A woman raising a child alone... it's a lot of work, no matter how you slice it.
Even I can't quite say I'm sold on the idea yet.
Which is why I...
...wuit smoking.
I'm thinking of hitting the gym, too.
Until that kid is in college...
I'm gonna need to keep working until I'm at least 70.
Plus, if I'm going to be the paternal figure, I should try and look as young as possible.
The way a parent feels about their child... I never realized it was this strong.
Will I be like them one day?
If you could all pass in your consultation sheets...
Okay.
I can't do it!
I'll turn mine in tomorrow.
You serious? You made up your mind?
Still thinking it over, Hikari?
Yeah...
Me, too.
What should I do?
I'm... switching schools.
Seriously?
Yeah.
Once the second semester is over.
Nice!
Being able to go someplace new is great!
Yeah...
I know!
Okay...
I've made up my mind!
Oh, your medicine...
Yes.
Well... are you doing...
Sensei...
Your water...
What...? Augh... this one too?!
Aw... Thanks...
I'll carry this one! Come on, Sensei!
I appreciate it!
Sensei... answer my question from yesterday.
Whether it was my dream to become a teacher?
Yeah.
I'm not sure...
I just... kind of ended up having this path chosen for me.
Chosen for you?
My family runs a liquor store...
And my parents have always admired more proper, white collar jobs.
I thought they'd really be happy if I became a teacher.
You're really kind.
No...
I don't think that's it.
It's simple to just do what people expect of you.
It was easier for me, that way.
Huh?
This thing... isn't working...
What are you doing?
I want to split them into groups of ten... but they're quick.
Let me.
You're good!
I never lost at goldfish catching.
To whom?
My sister.
You're pretty competitive.
Oh, sorry... sorry about that.
You're so cute, Sensei.
Listen...
Maybe I was just being competitive.
My... feelings towards my sister.
I don't know...
The dead don't play fair, do they?
You can never catch up to them.
You will, soon.
When you're as old she was... I think you'll understand.
Even people who seem perfect... aren't what they seem.
Are you talking about yourself?
You don't miss a thing, huh?
Sensei, this one has eggs.
Which one?
There.
You're right...
I'll put her in a different aquarium later.
Yeah.
Momoi wants to go to art school...?
Class 2-1 Momoi Amane (1)What would you like to do after graduation? Please circle your choice. (University) Employment Other (2) List the schools you are thinking of (for university bound students only). Tobu University Of Fine Art Japanese National Art & Design School
Nakanishi-sensei... what do you think this means?
What's this all about?
Other (Drop Out of School)
Oh, that... I want to go overseas.
I got the idea after hearing your lecture, Nakanishi-sensei.
"All kinds of things are happening all over the world..."
Don't try and lie. You skip practically all my classes.
It's the truth!
I found out where my dad is.
He seems to be enjoying his freedom.
So in that case, I may as well do the same thing.
And you don't want to do it after graduating?
I'll probably have something else in mind by then.
So, I have to do it now.
Okay, I understand.
Well, first, you need to save up.
Right.
Figure out where you're going. Beyond that...
I'll help you with the rest.
Well, here's a letter of introduction and how to get your records transferred.
Read this, fill it in, and then turn it into the nurse station.
Thank you.
And don't forget to call, okay?
Come on... I'm just changing hospitals.
That doesn't change anything between the two of us.
Yeah...
I guess I'm going to have to get by without you, huh?
Why don't you go see her?
Your daughter.
If the person you want to see is alive... why not go and see them?
I went to do that, four years ago, on that day.
But I didn't get to see her.
I felt like the accident was a sign telling me I shouldn't.
I wondered if it happened because I went to see her.
There's no way that's true!
I know.
But, ever since then... I've started to see you as my daughter.
You don't have to say it.
I know.
Thank you.
My daughter is a bundle of nerves over her college entrance exams!
Those are the times you have to be there for her.
You're right.
I guess I could do something maternal, for a change.
Sorry to leave the rest.
See you tomorrow.
See you.
Hello?
Yes, it's fine.
Oh, you found out?
A girl? I see.
I bet she'll be a cheerful, energetic girl.
Just like you, Natsumi-san.
Good morning, Uemura-sensei!
Good morning.
Sensei, yesterday's homework was really hard!
Really?
I'm not even sure when we covered that...
Well, it was...
Good morning.
Good morning...
What's wrong?
The killifish? They're doing fine.
What about the one with the eggs?
She's over there.
Is Uemura-sensei pregnant?
Yes.
And it's yours, right?
That's right.
Are you getting married?
No.
Uemura-sensei is having it on her own?
Yes.
You can be upset with me if you want. It's terrible.
I'm the worst.
As a man... and as a teacher.
What can someone like me teach anybody?
What are you talking about?
Why'd you tell me?! I'm one of the students!
That's right...
Uemura-sensei is trying so hard to keep it quiet...
Why tell me?!
I won't tell any of the other students.
But I can tell you.
I'm not sure why...
Sensei...
You are the worst!
I see you're back, Saeki-san.
At the end of the next week, we'll be doing graded practice exams.
This'll be your last mock exam as second-years,
so use it as a chance to get set for the finals.
Okay...
Okay.
It's an important one, with questions that will help you in what you choose to do next.
Our schedule's going to change a little bit to accommodate it...
I... I have a bit of a headache...
The nurse isn't here right now.
I'll wait, then...
You...
You're changing schools?
Yeah.
I... I see...
I...
I like you!
I... I mean...
It's just because of who I am, right?
I have a weird condition, cause trouble, barely go to class...
It's because I'm the sad girl who's transferring out soon, right?
If this is about pity, then stop it.
Or am I just the low-hanging fruit?
Would you have confessed to me if all the guys in our class were into me?
You wouldn't have, would you?
You wouldn't risk going after a girl you were intimidated by.
Do you think you have the best shot with me?
If that's how you feel about me...
I don't need it.
I see... m-maybe you're right.
I... I'm terrible...
Sorry.
You're right.
It's just because I wasn't confident.
Maybe deep down I really did think I had a shot with you.
I... I guess that's rude of me.
But...
But... does that mean the way I feel a lie?!
When I think about you, it hurts...
My feelings... are really there!
What are you talking about?
I don't get you!
I... I'm sorry...
Sorry.
Sonoda never shows up for class, and then gets a perfect score...
It's like she's mocking me.
I envy you and Sonoda, Nakanishi-sensei.
How do you foster such a good relationship with one of your students?
You're amazing.
Because I come across as thoroughly harmless.
Sonoda doesn't think of me as a man.
It's for the best if a teacher lacks that kind of appeal.
This is one of the few fields where being handsome is a detriment.
Which is why... I really don't envy you much at all, Kashiwagi-sensei.
The trick is to interact like two regular human beings.
I see.
So, Kashiwagi-sensei told you.
Yes.
I wonder if he did it because it was you?
It made you happy, right?
The fact that he could tell you.
That's why you asked him, right?
You were glad he told you, but at the same time, it hurt.
And now you're here. Am I right?
You see, I... am grateful to you.
It's because of you... that Shuuji didn't run away.
You're why he's working hard to be a teacher, again.
Seeing him like that makes me glad.
It's not fair...
Uemura-sensei... you have it all.
You understand everything about Kashiwagi-sensei...
And now you're even having his baby...
I... could never stand a chance.
Because...
...I can't have children.
You think not having a baby makes you less a woman?
I don't think so.
Your...
Your feelings for Shuuji...
...are proof that you're a woman. That's what I think.
I see...
Then...
It's okay... if I love Kashiwagi-sensei?
Shuuji
I thought "No way. You'll take him from me."
But then... I felt stupid about trying so hard, on my own.
So, I called Shuuji.
What did you say, then?
I hung up! I didn't know what to say.
Just forget about everything, and say "Let's get married!"
And use the baby as leverage?
Happens all the time.
I wish I could have done that...
Regrets, huh?
Kind of sad, isn't it?
Hey, I've had regrets this whole time, too.
About Shuuji.
No way...
Did you think I didn't?
I was able to let go because he was with you, Natsumi.
No, that's not it...
I could tell you were the only one he thought about, maybe.
Well, now Shuuji thinks about her a lot.
And I can't stand that.
Maybe it's Shuuji?
No... I don't recognize this number.
I'm sorry for the sudden invitation.
It's okay...
Everything is going well?
Yes...
I"m glad.
Do you know what it's going to be yet?
It looks like it's a girl.
A girl?
That's great.
I'm sorry about the other day.
I'd like to ask you to go out with me, with the aim of eventually getting married.
I'm not doing this out of some misguided sense of charity.
To me, the fact that you're pregnant is actually a plus.
I had a fiancee...
I loved her very much.
And I thought she loved me, too.
We went for a checkup, thinking we would get married.
I believe it's called a bridal check?
And then...
...we learned that my sperm have significant motility problems.
I suppose this isn't the kind of thing to be discussed over dinner.
It's all right.
Should I continue?
The doctor's opinion was that my chances were very low.
I naturally wanted to take that gamble, anyway.
But... she didn't.
The fear of potentially not having a child was stronger.
Which is why... she chose to leave me.
I think you might understand how she felt, right now.
I think so...
When you said that you were pregnant...
...I thought it was the work of a higher power.
To be succinct... it seemed like fate.
But I...
I wanted to see you again, badly.
And I was finally able to call you.
Meeting again like this...
I feel even more strongly about you.
For most people, marriage is a calculated choice.
And if there's even a bit of love,
that usually results a happier marriage than one done for just love.
Because a marriage based on love alone...
...is worthless once love fades.
Good morning.
Does having a teacher like me make you not want to attend class?
That's only natural, I think.
That's not it...
It's because you're a teacher that I don't want to go.
You said you wouldn't leave me alone.
But that's out of pity, right?
Wanting to help a sad student of yours.
Because of your duty as a teacher, right?
If that's the case... then you don't have to anymore.
You've helped me a lot. I'm grateful.
Saeki...
If...
Even if it's out of pity...
You want to continue to care for me...
Sensei...
...then think of me as a woman.
We accept your resignation.
Next Episode
I hear Natsumi-chan is dating someone.
He makes a decision.
Her heart wavers.
I intend to do everything possible for my happiness.
There's someone I want to be with...
I... won't quit.
Episode 8 Resignation
I intend to continue being a teacher.
You got a proper answer. Isn't that enough?
I'm going to see my sister.
I want to continue my journey.
Whether people disdain me, or I'm unemployed...
I don't care about that. But...
There is one thing I really regret.
This drama is a work of fiction.
I didn't realize what mattered the most to me...