- Will you marry me? - Yes
Brain tumour?
An operation may be difficult
Am I going to die?
It's Mother!
- I'm dying - No you're not
- Yes I am! - No you're not!
Yes I am!
See, I didn't die
Miracles will happen
I believe that!
Episode 2
Hitomi
Shall we go?
I'm Serizawa Hitomi
I'm Teramoto, a neurosurgeon
Please have a seat
Sorry for not being in touch
Thank you for really taking care of me during my internship
To get a second opinion,
I thought it was best to ask you
I'll try to help as much as I can
This is the MRI scan
I can't be certain without doing more detailed tests, but...
From what I can see in this scan
It does look suspicious
I also agree with the previous doctor
The tumour is in a hard-to-reach position
So I think surgery will be difficult
Do we go with radiotherapy?
There's also the option of chemotherapy
Although that also depends on the detailed test results
- Please help us - Yes I will
For now, is it alright if she continues working?
Many people quit their jobs and think about their illness all the time
But ironically, they become mentally worn down because of that
I see
The best thing to do for now is to carry on with your normal life
Get lots of nutrition and sleep
And do what you want to do
If you feel uncomfortable with anything
Please feel free to tell me
Let's face this illness together
Thank you
The consultation about the test results will be on Friday 4pm
Shall we meet at the lobby a little bit before that?
It's not confirmed to be malignant yet, OK?
Let's have hope
I really have to tell Dad
Yes
A family's support is really needed
You should tell him as soon as possible
Yuichi
I'm sorry things turned out like this
You didn't do anything wrong, Hitomi
But...
Even if I can live as normal now
When the symptoms get more severe
I'll definitely cause you trouble
I don't think of it as trouble at all
Hitomi
I still think...
We can't get married
If I'm going to become a burden to you
I...
Would rather not get married
Sorry to keep you waiting
Whether it's your illness, or your mother
I know it's hard on you that this is happening all at once
But I'm here. It's going to be OK
Together, we'll think about this positively
" I have to tell him because he's so important to me "
" But precisely because he's so important to me "
" I just can't find the words "
" Because I will be changing the other person's life "
" In bigger ways than anything imaginable "
I still think we should go formally apologize to the Sonodas
It would be terrible if Hitomi's marriage is called off because of Kanako
I'll go down on my knees too, Brother. I can do anything
Let me make a call
I've told you many times, no means no!
Look at me closely! Do I look like a bad person to you?
I just want to see my daughter!
- What are you doing here!? - Hitomi, you've come at the right time
This security guard is really stubborn
Unbelievable. Didn't I tell you not to come look for me again?
You're so scary
But if you have the energy to be angry...
I guess the alien in here is behaving himself
I just wanted to say, you must get a second onion
That's common sense now, isn't it?
Second OPINION
Right, second opinion. Where was I wrong?
I already got it
The result was the same
Really?
Bye
Wait!
I just had to pass you something
I can't go to Iwai-zushi now, right
There was a really great temple
- An amulet? - Tada!
- What's this? - This temple is famous for matchmaking!
I wrote your names inside this heart shape, so...
The character's different
What?
Yuichi's name. The character is different
Oh no...
It doesn't matter
It's impossible now
" If there really were a god of matchmaking "
" I would ask him this "
" Is it the fault of this annoying illness... "
" That is causing the tie between him and me to break apart? "
"Or is it the fault of this selfish mother..."
"Who abandoned her daughter 28 years ago and has now suddenly returned"
"Or is it something else..."
" As I look up at the sky, its colours change with each passing moment "
" As if showing me the tomorrow I can't see... "
Kekkonshiki no zenjitsu ni ON THE DAY BEFORE THE WEDDING
The Sonodas are coming here?
She said they want to eat sushi tomorrow
Is it because they want to inspect the environment Hitomi grew up in?
Hey, don't tell Hitomi. I don't want her to worry
- Hello - Shota, what's up?
We got a batch of great eggs from our regular customer, just wanted to share them
Use them for your best dish, dashimaki [omelette]
Thank you
Um, I heard a rumour
Is Hitomi's marriage getting called off?
Hey, where did you hear that from?
It's just the talk of the town
Moron! It's rubbish, of course
I see
As long as that senseless mother is there,
I think she is unsuited to be the Sonoda clan's bride
- I'm back - Welcome home
Oh, we're going to Iwai-zushi tomorrow
What?
I will have a long talk with Hitomi's father
I don't know what you're going to talk about
But please don't say anything rude
Hitomi and Dad didn't do anything wrong
I think I won't be going tomorrow
What?
I don't know what to say to them
Mana?
It's Kyoko
You like sushi, right?
I'm back
Welcome home
Have you eaten?
I ate a bit while working
Oh
Um, Dad...
Supper? How about omelette?
Shota brought some good eggs today
Oh, okay, I'll have that
Alright, just a minute
Delicious
That's your favourite dish since long ago
When I was in primary school, at sports day, the omelette in my lunch box...
Was so shiny and delicious, my friends would all be jealous
You never showed me the notices for sports day, by the way
You always threw them away
They were during the shop's business days, so you held them back
Did I do that?
Yes. You were like this since you were a kid
Always caring about other people's feelings and not saying the essential things
Hey, Dad...
I'm sorry
I'm sorry I lied that Kanako was dead
I'm sure you have lots to say to me
Forget it
I understand why you didn't tell me too
Sorry
But don't be bothered about what happened at the introduction
Just think about being happy with Yuichi
Alright?
This is great! Let's go with this for the newspaper ads!
- Alright! - Thank you
Thanks for the hard work
The website opening is tomorrow, right? Check it again to make sure there are no mistakes
Alright
So this will be built 2 years from now! Looking forward to it, Senior
2 years from now...
What's wrong, Senior?
Nothing
We are so sorry for causing you trouble
And now for making you come all this way
This is just a token
Thank you
What beautiful flowers
My husband was supposed to come too
But unfortunately an urgent matter came up so he couldn't come
- I see - In return, if I may say...
From a family that we have been socializing with...
I've brought Member of Parliament Mr Hirose's daughter
I am Hirose Mana. I grew up with Yuichi...
And he has treated me well since young
Really
Please, come in
- Come in - Excuse me
Excuse me
Next patient please
Hello, I'm Hitomi's mother
I... I'm Sonoda
I wanted to apologize properly to you
For causing you trouble the other day
Not at all, I'm sorry for not greeting you
Are you free, Doctor?
Are you?
We have nothing but this
This is too plain
I hope I haven't created trouble for you instead
No, not at all
The shop has instantly become grander
Yes indeed!
I hope the food is to your liking
Yes, the taste is quite excellent
Right, Mana?
- Yes, it's delicious! - That's great
Whatever Mana does,
How she carries herself is really beautiful
I'm always impressed with her
I suppose it really comes from the environment one grows up in
If I may be frank
I objected to Hitomi and Yuichi's marriage
Because I thought Hitomi would also suffer for it
Hitomi is a lovely young lady
But, for example, if you had the most beautiful flowers
Without a container that suits them
Their brilliance cannot be brought out
On top of that, the way we met her mother...
Honestly, I am quite uneasy about how we are going to get along in future
Regarding that, you do not have anything to worry about
She no longer has anything to do with us
I hope you aren't hiding any other things from us
Of course not
But if any more problems crop up,
When that happens...
Consider the engagement null and void
That is my intention
That's alright
My daughter's not good for much
But please treat her warmly and watch over her
Please!
So this is how it tastes like
Hitomi sent me a photo on her phone before
So I wanted to try it
I never thought her online friend Rika would turn out to be Mom
Hitomi was really angry at me
Sorry for being such an outrageous mother
Not at all
But I'm glad you didn't chase me away
Because you're Hitomi's mom
You're a good man
Hot, hot!
Oh, that curry's very spicy
You should've told me before I ate it
When I first brought Hitomi here
She ordered the same food and she had the same reaction
You are really mother and child
If you told Hitomi that, she'll get angry again
She's scary when she's angry
Really? I've never seen her angry
Really? Then you two have never quarrelled?
- No we haven't - Oh I see
She's always laughing
You know...
I have yet to see that child laugh since I came back
I guess it's no time to laugh
That second opinion's results are out right?
I heard from Hitomi
Yes, and tomorrow the detailed test results will be out too
I see
Actually
Hitomi said...
She wants to call off the marriage
She doesn't want to be a burden to me
Of course I never think of her as a burden
I have a handkerchief
Hey, where is it?
That's okay, I have one
Sorry
Come to think of it, Hitomi mentioned this in her mails
Yuichi's always looking for something
It's embarrassing
But please, just don't lose Hitomi
Yes
Doctor
Can I do anything to help?
I want to make her laugh
In medical science, laughter can boost the immune system, it's said...
But I just want Hitomi to always be laughing
I see
"Trembling is caused by the pressure of the tumour acting on the brain"
"Tomorrow I'll wait for you at the hospital lobby at 4pm - Sonoda Yuichi"
"Also, your mother came to see me and we had dinner"
What!?
"It was a surprise, but I enjoyed it very much"
It's Mana. Please drive the car over
- Oh, good evening - Welcome back
We just went to your house and ate sushi
I see, thank you
I'm really sorry for what happened the other day
Please don't mind
Although she says that
She was actually quite anxious about it
Can I just take the chance to say something?
Yuichi's parents think this and so do I
The one who's suited to marry Yuichi...
Is not you, but me
What?
Good night
We have no intention to sell the shop, so please stop calling
You're really persistent, aren't you? I said, we do not intend to sell the shop!
- Again? - They're really persistent
- Welcome back - Welcome back
I'm back
Did someone say something to her?
She seems quite moody
Hey, Hitomi, there's nothing to worry about
" What and how much did you tell her? "
" We have to make sure our stories match "
"16th: Advertising website opening, 4pm Test results"
Serizawa
The website that opened yesterday? I just looked at the content...
What's wrong?
I was careless and forgot to do the final check, and the old house plan before the changes...
Didn't I tell you to check!? How can you just say you were careless?
This concerns our trustworthiness!
I'm sorry
What happened, Serizawa? That's quite self-important of you
As the person in charge, your subordinate's mistake is your mistake too
Are you carried away because you're getting married or something?
Before you blame your subordinates, think about your own lack of ability as a manager
I'm sorry
You're usually so gentle, Senior. It's rare for you to blow up like this
I have to go out for an appointment
- If anything comes up, message me - Yes
What appointment?
I don't know
- Kanako - Yes?
Someone's looking for you
Who are you?
Hi
I beg you
Please don't come to see Hitomi again
Please don't hinder her happiness
I was wondering what you wanted to say after coming all the way here
Yesterday, Yuichi's mother came to the shop
- And? - And things don't look good
She said she objected to their marriage
And Hitomi's been moody for some reason
In the first place,
Didn't you return to see Hitomi as a bride?
If you just behave yourself,
Hitomi can get married without any problems
Kensuke
You've always been a good man, but...
Sometimes you just do these useless things
What do you mean by that?
Like a person is trying to choose between eating maguro [tuna] and uni [sea urchin]
But you're busy making tamagoyaki [rolled omelette]... something like that?
What?
I'm back
Welcome back, Kohei
Oh yes! This is the best sushi chef in Tsukiji
- No, I'm not the best - You like cooking, don't you?
Learn something from him!
What, all of a sudden?
Bye, Kensuke! I'm busy
- Wait! - See you
These are called fortune cookies
"Excellent luck"!
Aren't we looking forward to what fortune we'll get?
Since when did she start living here?
About 3 weeks ago
She looks as if she's lived here a long time, and for some reason the kids really love her
Unfortunately...
It's quite certain to be malignant
Because it's in a location that's difficult to operate,
We'll have to do further tests
To determine how to proceed with radiotherapy or chemotherapy
When will the treatment begin?
About a month from now
If the symptoms appear until then
I'll prescribe some medicine to control them
Trembling of the limbs, numbness, headaches
Nausea, visual impairment...
Have you felt any such symptoms?
Well...
Sometimes my fingers tremble
And I can't make them move where I want
Then I'll prescribe some medicine from today
Excuse me...
Yes?
What are my odds...
Of survival?
This is just...
An average of past data, do you understand?
The outcome greatly differs depending on...
Many factors such as the patient's physical strength and willpower
The 5-year survival rate
Is around 20 percent, I believe
I'll get the car
It's okay. Let me be alone for now
I'm sorry
Ciao!
You've worked hard
Hey, these are fortune cookies
They have fortunes inside them. I made them with the kids
They look quite ugly, but please eat them
Come on, I made them for you
Please try them
Don't tell me you heard from Yuichi...
That the test results come out today?
What? Really?
It's malignant
The 5-year survival rate is 20%
Now you have nothing to say, right?
My marriage is over for sure too
There's no point for you to follow me around now
Did Yuichi say that the marriage is off?
He's such a nice person, he would never say that
- Then? - I don't want that!
I don't want to become his baggage
He's a very promising person
He doesn't deserve to be tied down by me
He should marry someone who can give him happiness
And live a free life
Wow, you're such a hero
You can break off a relationship just like that
Not everyone can do that
That's because love...
Is superficial, is foolish
Is clumsy
But it's tasty
In the afternoon, we'll attend Mr Hirose's lecture
And in the evening join him and Mana too for dinner
I don't...
To expand the hospital
Member of Parliament Mr Hirose's strength is necessary
Dr Teramoto, thank you for just now
Sonoda, the two of you are engaged, right?
Yes
Sorry for being a busybody
But I was a little worried if you're alright
It's not your specialty, but I guess you can foresee it
You will need to be well prepared to support her down the road
Yes
Bouenkyou o nozokikonda Looked into a telescope
Seijaku o kirisaite Tearing up the silence
Ikutsu-mo koe ga umareta yo Many voices were born
If you go into this with mixed feelings, you and she will both suffer
Kimi to futari oikaketeita Chasing after it with you
Oh Yeah Ah
Medicine for Serizawa Hitomi
I'm really going to die
Shiranai mono o shirou toshite Trying to know what I don't know
Bouenkyou o nozokikonda Looked into a telescope
Kurayami o terasu you-na [The light] that lights up the darkness
Ima mo omoidasu yo I still remember that
Monmon, your turn!
What?
"I have something to discuss with you. Can we meet? - Shota"
I heard Hitomi's marriage is cancelled
Shota
What's up
Hitomi, don't blame me
What?
Good morning, Hitomi!
Let's go
Where are we going?
Hey! What are you doing?
Hey!
Why boat racing?
Chasing aliens away requires money too
- Aliens? What's that? - You're in your 30s, so boat number 3
Alright, number 3 to win
As if we'll really win
- You have no dreams, do you? - How many percent are the chances of winning?
Yes, but it's not zero. That's enough
At any rate, there is nothing certain in this world
" The 5-year survival rate is around 20% "
- Come on, Number 3! - That's such a dark horse!
What, really?
It's starting! Come on, Number 3
Numbers 3, 4, 5, 6
The race has started
Red! Red! Red!
Come on! Go! Go!
Come on, Number 3! Number 3!
Go, Number 3!
Go! Red! Number 3! Come on! Come on!
" The outcome greatly differs depending on... "
" Many factors such as the patient's physical strength and willpower "
Number 3! Red!
Boat Number 3's Okamoto is trying to get into a tangle with Number 2
Go!
Alright! Alright! Alright!
Come on! Go! Go!
Go, Number 3!
Come on!
" Miracles will happen " " Miracles will happen "
Go, Number 3! Come on!
Go! Come on!
Come on!
Come on, Number 3! Go!
We did it!
Hitomi!
You smiled
We did it!
Mr Hirose, thank you for taking the time in your busy schedule
Not at all
Why are you taking pictures?
What's wrong with taking pictures of my daughter?
I'm a photographer, you know
Stop it
Welcome!
- Welcome! - This is cute!
What's wrong with that person?
She told me...
Today, we will put in all our efforts to make you smile
I know she left you here for 28 years
And you're thinking, why now
But she cares for you in her own way
Alright, thank you
Sorry to keep you waiting
Let's head on to today's main event
Let's go
Feels great
Awesome!
Here's your deep-fried tempura
Thank you for letting us have the boat on such a busy day
Anything for you, Kanako
Plus, thanks for the haori coat!
Delicious
Look at what I bought today
Are you going to be a travelling entertainer?
You know, from young, I loved swordplay
Come on, Monmon
Very handsome
Take me on!
Watch out, swordswoman!
- Hitomi, join us - No thanks
Surprisingly, you really like to hide your feelings
What do you mean?
You're like that with Yuichi too
" Rika, today I worked late "
" And stood up Yuichi on a date "
" But he will never get angry with me "
" He's nice, but... "
" Sometimes I worry what his true feelings are "
- Stop it - " Today, we talked about raising kids "
" I think he thinks that after giving birth... "
" I should quit my job "
" I don't think I have to do that, but I couldn't say anything to him "
I told you to stop it
" Today, I got angry with him on a small matter, but... "
" In the end I didn't say anything "
" I want to be a good girl in front of him... "
Have you had enough?! What are you trying to say?
When are you going to stop trying to look good?
What do you mean, trying to look good?
You think you know me? Who do you think you are to say that?
Do you know how I felt when I gave up on the marriage?
If I could, I want to get married!
Do you know how scary it is to fight this crazy brain tumour alone?
I want him by my side always
I want him to be always laughing
But...
It's started
Let's go, Monmon
It's started. Let's go, Monmon
What?
There's no use in acting strong
Life is for enjoying yourself!
Amazing!
- Beautiful, right? - Yes it is
Hitomi, do your legs hurt?
No, I'm alright
Actually, my legs hurt too
What?
We're quite alike
Yes
But with you...
What?
With you...
I want to be able to say what I really feel, like if I'm hurting, I'll say I'm hurting
Okay!
It hurts!
I want to get off!
Don't rush it, we're reaching soon
Come, Monmon, fight me
Ow!
You can first grow to the scale where you are recognized as a general hospital
And then strengthen the emergency care facilities...
"Yuichi, can we meet now? - Hitomi" Aunt, how is the champagne?
I'm really grateful for your sincere advice on medicine...
Something urgent came up, excuse me
Is it an emergency case?
- Hitomi - Sorry for wanting to meet so suddenly
Yuichi, there's something I must tell you
I 'll go ahead and say this so I don't regret it
I...
I said I wanted to call off the marriage because I don't want to become a burden to you
That wasn't my true feelings
After falling sick
I don't know what's going to happen
I know I'll cause lots of trouble
In such a situation
I can't say I can bring you happiness
A person like me...
Shouldn't be with you, I know
I know, but, still...
If you're with me
I feel I will have the strength to live on to tomorrow
So
I...
I'll try
I'll try to live on
I know I'm being selfish
But this is what I really feel
I...
Still want to marry you
I'm sorry
Hitomi
I too...
Will tell you the truth
I told you I'll be by your side, so everything's going to be okay
But actually I don't have that kind of confidence
Watching over you
Makes me really frightened
I'm a doctor, so I can foresee how hard it's going to be for you
I don't know if I really have what it takes inside me...
To be able to support you down this road
I honestly don't know
So when you wanted to call off the marriage
I wavered over whether that was the right thing to do
I'm embarrassed to say this
But this is the real me
But
If you...
If you say you're willing to accept even someone like me
I'll fight this with you
I'll support you
I'll stay with you until the day you can laugh
And...
Until our dreams can come true
So, Hitomi
Please live on
Yes
Brain tumour?
What's going to happen to Hitomi?
I don't know
I hope tomorrow will be sunny too
Tomorrow will be a sunny day
Luck will come fluttering in
The moon goes around and comes around
It's all good stuff
Good things will happen one after another
Your dreams will all come true!
The person you love will love you back lots
Miracles will happen!!
Please help
Hitomi [loves] Yuichi " If there really were a god of matchmaking "
" I want to tell him this "
Good morning
" The ties that bind us to those who are important to us "
" They... "
" Give us the courage to live as ourselves "
"Serizawa Hitomi"
" Even to face whatever difficulties "
" Whatever unthinkable difficulties "
" Await us "