Uh. Um...
Soichiro, I'll be alone untill spring.
Huh?!
The manager really said that?
Very clearly. Right in front of me.
But she didn't mention your name, did she?
She could have been talking about Coach Mitaka.
No, she...
Thank you for your patronage.
Our next stop will be Kanda.
We're gettin' off, Godai.
Yeah.
This is Kanda. Kanda Station.
Please make way for those getting off.
Please stay clear of the door.
We're getting off! Please!
Excuse us!
Please!
Made it!
Yagami, what's the matter?
You didn't even eat your lunch.
You're not yourself.
Did something happen between you and that widow?
Not really.
Then what? Something about Mr. Godai?
That's it, isn't it?!
Tell us!
Mr. Godai seemed really optimistic
going on his job hunt today.
He hasn't gotten a job yet?!
That's why Yagami's.
Daddy hasn't budged.
Who knows how he feels about me.
So the fact that you've left home hasn't helped at all
So what?
At least now you're living under the same roof
as your beloved Mr. Godai.
You're so lucky!
Stop it.
I left home because I really care about Mr. Godai.
But if you dilly-dally, he might find a job on his own.
You don't want that.
Right
Right. You don't want that.
I know.
But I want him to get a job.
Do you really?
But it's true that a part of me doesn't want him to get a Job.
As a woman, it's sad not to be able to help the man I love.
And I also want to make up for what happened before.
Yeah. The company you hooked him up with went bankrupt.
I know the pain you must feel.
Large draft beer!
So you decided to go with the trading company.
I had three offers. It was hard to turn down the other two.
I figured I'd be able to live overseas
If I joined a trading firm.
I see.
So now we all have a job lined up.
Let's toast to that!
Cheers!
It's great.
Ha! Trading firm? Overseas? Who cares.
Even second- or third-rate companies won't consider us.
Can't help it. We'll Just have to keep looking.
You can say that because you've got a backup plan.
Backup plan?
Yagami, your super-connection.
Stop it. That's not even an option.
Sure it is.
After all, you've got his daughter as a hostage.
Shut up. People might think you're serious.
She decided to come on her own.
If I were actually counting on her,
I wouldn't bother making the rounds with you.
Is that the truth?
It's the truth.
Really?
Yes, it is.
IT'S THE TRUTH!!!
Then how come you're still leisurely doing part-time at the preschool?
You don't have time for that.
"Leisurely"? I'm working In between my job-hunt.
I like spending time with kids.
While I'm with them, I can forget about finding a job.
It's a form of escape, Isn't it?
Escape?
Master! Another large draft!
Sure
Let's drink and forget about it! Whaddaya say?! C'mon, Godai!
I'm back, Soichiro.
I'm...
Oh? These shoes...?
Oh , it's you, Manager.
Welcome back.
What're you doing? That's Godai's.
It's okay. Please.
Yotsuya?!
Good evening.
We're here.
Hello.
How 'bout a cold one after your bath?
No thank you.
Manager, have you heard anything from Mr. Godai?
No.
Oh .
Didn't I tell you? He had no luck today, either.
Isn't that great, Yagami?
At least, it's back to square one.
Is it somehow good for you if Godai doesn't get a job?
It's an inside story.
Right?
I'm quite sure he and Sakamoto
are drinking their sorrow away as we speak.
Can't you do something for him already?
Yeah. Isn't that why you left home?
I know.
Yagami, maybe you shouldn't cause your father so much grief.
Manager, do you have a problem
with Mr. Godai getting a job with my father's influence?
N-No, I just--
You just what?!
I Just think that's for Godai to decide.
That's right.
Yagami, your father can easily help a person or two.
Yeah. He's the Personnel Director
of a huge corporation.
Wow, your dad's Impressive, Yagami!
You know why we're here, don't you?
Huh?
Maybe you're not pressuring him enough.
I think you need to do something more drastic.
Why don't you move into Mr. Godai's apartment?
Huh?!
Force him to marry you!
S-Stop it! This isn't a joke, you know.
You've got to build up a case. There's no other way.
Are you serious?
Godai never came home Iast night, huh?
Maybe he have no choice but to rely on Yagami's father.
Or he'll have to wait another year for the next chance?
Manager, are you going to make that tree bald?
Oops! It's rather clean-cut, isn't it?
It's about time my washer is done. I better go.
It can't be easy being caught
between a high school girl and a job hunt.
Godai? Yes, he's here.
No, he seems like his usual self.
Would you like to speak to him?
That won't be necessary. Thank you.
Thanks for making those blocks.
That's what the kids love to play with most.
Hello, Principal!
Hello, boys and girls.
Do you like those blocks?
Great I'm so glad.
Go back to playing, children.
Yes!
Godai , won't you bring that creativity
into the upcoming fun fest by joining the committee?
Me?
We always have the same old game equipment and decorations.
How about it?
Can you come up with ideas the kids would love?
But.
Of course, I want your primary focus to be your job search,
but won't you help us?
Sure.
Are you going to be at the Fun Fest, Mr. Godai?
Are you?!
Of course, he will
If there's anything special you want to do at the Fun Fest,
you Just ask Mr. Godai, all right?
I want to sing and dance!
I want the Ball Toss Game!
I want the Donut-eating Game!
Hold it! One person at a time, please.
I can't listen to everybody at once.
All on target!
Right.
It's good to have you back.
It's my home, after all
That's right. There's no place like home, is there?
I love Mom's cooking.
It's so much more fun when you're here, Ibuki
When it's just the two of us, it's like a wake.
Right, dear?
Who knew Ibuki can cook for herself.
I'm pretty good, you know.
Why don't you cook for your dad sometime?
Sure. Thank you for dinner.
Would you like some pear, Ibuki?
No. I better be heading back.
Heading back?!
Of course.
I haven't gotten a letter of referral for Mr. Godai yet
Then why did you come home?
I wanted to eat with you both. Bye!
After I'm done with Maison Ikkoku, I'll never trouble you again.
Wait, Ibuki!
What do you think you're doing?
I'm counting on you, Mom.
Bye!
Hold it, Ibuki!
Dear, she's gone.
I know!
It was so nice to eat as a family.
Welcome home.
Hi.
You're home quite late.
They've asked me to be a committee member
of the preschool Fun Fest.
There's a lot of preparation involved.
Committee member?
You have time for that, Mr. Job-hunter?
You're counting on that girl's father's letter of recommendation, aren't you?
No way! I'm not.
Where is Yagami?
She's not back yet.
It's almost 10pm!
We can't call her home.
I'll go look for her near the station.
You're worried about her?
Of course I am!
She's in high school. She shouldn't be out this late!
You didn't seem to care before.
His future job rests on her now, that's why.
I'm not counting on her!
You don't have to lie to us.
Anyway, I'm going out to look for her.
Sorry I'm so late!
Yagami! Where have you been? It's late.
You were worried about me?
I went home for a while.
Did you bring back a letter of recommendation?
No.
But It's just a matter of time now.
Way to go.
Isn't that great, Godai?
You better be grateful
I told you, I'm not counting on any help!
How about an early celebration?
Let's! Let's!
I'd be happy to celebrate Godai's employment any time!
Hey! I'm not employed yet.
Loosen up. You ARE getting a job in the end.
Never turn down a favor.
There!
May we move the Fun Fest meeting to 3pm?
I have to attend a job search seminar at my college.
Sure.
You seem so busy.
You should have declined to be on the committee.
But I love things like that
Do you really want to become an office worker?
I'm not sure...but I don't know what else I'd do.
Why don't you become a preschool teacher?
Me?
I think you're perfect for this job.
You've got a strong sense of responsibility,
and you're a natural at reaching out to children.
You think so?
I sure do.
Why don't you think about
taking the certification exam next summer?
But.
Don't try to sway a man in the midst of his job search.
Oh, but.
Don't you think it would be so much better than an office Job, Godai?
I-I
I better get going...
Sakamoto, come Join us for a drink.
Sure!
Finish your job first, man.
Shucks.
C'mon. Just one beer.
NO.
The fun fest is tomorrow.
You're such a pushover.
They may call you a committee member,
but they're using you as a laborer.
The kids' parents will surely reward you with liquor?
No.
If I can make the kids happy, that's reward enough for me.
Daddy?!
Hello, everyone.
Godai, here's a letter of recommendation.
Thank you, Daddy!
What's the matter? Can't you at least smile or something?
He's so happy he's speechless.
Godai , congratulations on your employment!
Banzai!
No!
Congrats, Godai.
Bravo!
Good things come to those who bait
How about thanking Director Yagami, Godai?
But.
What are you waiting for?
You don't need to thank me.
But I'm taking Ibuki home with me.
Let's go.
No! I'm not going home yet.
What?!
I told you when I left home that I'm not coming back
until Mr. Godai is employed for sure.
I selected this company.
There's no chance this firm wll go under. I guarantee it.
No. Mr. Godai's future is riding on this.
You're coming home!
You're starting to make me very angry!
What are you doing?
Ibuki!
Stop it!
I can't accept this.
What about Ibuki?
Yagami, you go home with your father.
Why won't you take it, Mr. Godai?
The truth is, I want this letter of recommendation
more than anything.
But I can't accept it.
I'm afraid this may take me somewhere
I don't want to be.
I want to choose my own path to my future.
It's my life, after all
Mr. Godai?
Understood.
Godai , you're REALLY giving this back?
You won't regret it?!
No.
Sir! May I please have this?
My name is Sakamoto. I'm Godai's friend.
Like Godai, I've been desperately looking for a Job.
Please help a man in need and allow me to have this!
Please! I beg of you!
But.
What's wrong with Godai? He could have secured a job.
He put on a good show.
It's going to be quiet around here
without our playmate Yagami.
Let's drink some more.
Let's.
Let's!
I wonder if I did the right thing?
I think a part of me is regretting what I've done.
But work is something you do for life.
You're right.
There's nothing worse than being stuck in a job you hate.
Right.
Won't you come to tomorrow's Fun Fest?
Sure.
C'mon! C'mon!
You can do it!
Keep going! Just a little more!
Girly cabaret?!
We can drink every night!
No need to hold back!
Huh!? You can't be serious!
Sure...
Next: "I'm Not Sayin'! The Cabaret Chronicles"
You don't want us.
to tell the manager, do you?