- Cain and Abel... - They are brothers who appear in the Old Testament.
They were surrounded by God's love, but suffered a sad fate.
Do you really think Yu is able to conduct this negotiation?
I guess it will be quite difficult. However, if he succeeds,
Yu will be this company's hero.
Thanks to the help of whole team
and the thoughts of all employees we made it till here.
Let's do our best!
I want you to stay at home after our marriage.
Does that mean you want to tie me down?
Don't tell me I should quit my job.
Are you saying you'd rather work with Yu than marry me?
Azusa-san, actually you don't want to quit your job, right?
I couldn't make up my mind yet.
When I give him my answer, something will definitely be over.
Well done!
Yu-kun may be more talented than we think.
Around Yu-kun, people unknowingly band together.
I will always support you.
I will recommend to appoint you as a director.
He is now the hero of the company.
Good morning.
It's early, Yu. Are you going to the office already?
- There are a few things I have to check. - I see.
- So, how does it feel being a director? - How, you ask...
No matter how you think about it, it's strange.
Say, Aniki, you think the same, right?
By making me a director, Dad will crush the company.
- Of course not. - I have no intention to crush it.
We would be in trouble if you couldn't do all the duties of a director.
- Yes. - That's right.
Next week, there's a dinner because of the construction of a regional airport.
Which one of you will go?
Is the construction of that regional airport decided already?
No, not yet.
The residents in the neighborhood oppose the airport construction because of the noise
and I can't imagine there won't be a lawsuit.
Considering the risk, I think we should be careful.
Yeah, but
how about we combine it with an amusement park, for example?
If we offer something that the local people can enjoy,
I guess the story will procede speedily.
But,
my schedule for the next week is fully booked.
Aniki, can I ask you to go?
I will go. As substitute for a director of Takada.
Sorry, Aniki. I'm leaving.
- Oi, Yu! - Yes.
I told you to commute by car, but it seems you don't use one.
Isn't that a bit exaggerated?
No, it's not.
You're a director now. See yourself as a public person.
Alright. Today it's the last time.
I'm going.
Good morning, Director Takada.
- What's that? Please behave as always. - Draymond was a lucky chance, wasn't it?
I knew the golden combination with Yahagi-kun could do it.
I will carry this.
It's incredible how the general manager's attitude has changed.
Isn't it perfectly obvious?
It's sad to see him sucking up like this.
No, no, no, really...
You made that youngster Yu a director,
so it seems even you got it at last.
I still think that Ryuichi should become my successor.
However, he won a bet for me.
A bet?
The one who told me that challenge and risk were necessary now
was you.
So that's how it was.
As a businessman,
Yu is now finally on the right track.
He says things like, "There are so many things I want to do".
He has understood that work is fun.
Really?
It seems that guy has changed.
Meanwhile, Yu-san gets invited to the board meetings.
I thought he was a bad bonbon, but now he's the president's darling.
Perhaps we should also attach ourselves to the younger brother.
Ah, I did it!
- I played a score of 90! - Well, I changed my club.
Yu will be this company's hero.
Azusa, shouldn't you better reconsider marrying me?
I have decided to marry you.
I will follow you.
Azusa...
Yes.
I also know this Steven Holl well.
He's a pretty tough business partner.
That guy Yu managed to strike good business conditions from him, didn't he?
He did a good job.
He became director, right? Isn't he the superstar now?
He's my little brother, so my nose is higher in the air.
What are you saying!
In fact, it hurts that your little brother comes closer and closer, right?
What do you want to tell me?
Your position as the next president is also in danger.
And that's imminent.
Are you saying it's already over for me?
Yeah, that's right.
If it goes on like this, behind your back
your father and brother will strengthen their unity more and more.
It's only a matter of time until you will stand alone.
Something must be put between your father and your brother, right?
Excuse me.
Hey, wait.
I suddenly became interested in you and your situation.
I have an interesting story to tell. Sit down for a while.
- Azusa, what's wrong? - Welcome home, Ryuichi-san.
I'm back.
Since you didn't answer your phone, I called Azusa-san in the end.
We've been thinking about the sitting order at the reception and found a solution at last.
Sorry. Thank you very much.
The ceremony is in 3 weeks, right?
And than I have a married son.
Say, Ryuichi, is there anything you wish for the celebration?
No. For me, getting Azusa is enough.
Well, even if you say so, let me give you a present.
Then,
- I wish for a fountain pen. - Fountain pen?
- Like the one you have. - That's all you want?
Yes.
I'm back.
Huh? Azusa-san, why are you here?
Sorry for intruding. We're planning for the wedding party.
That's right. Azusa-san,
I heard you'll quit your job and stay at home.
Yes.
It's not right of Ryuichi to say something so selfish.
But he said so because
a man can only be active outside if his home is secured.
Yes, that's exactly why I want to support Ryuichi-san.
Please take good care of me.
I couldn't make up my mind yet.
Maybe because I'm scared.
When I give him my answer, when I make a decision,
something will definitely be over.
Azusa-san, are you really alright with this?
Can't you find a balance between job and home?
Because for the company you are important too.
We've worked together so I know, and don't you love your work so much?
- Yu-kun... - Azusa-san, is that true?
If you have any doubts...
No, I have no doubts. As I told Ryuichi-san,
I want to give my undivided attention to protecting my family.
Thank you, Yu-kun.
But I've considered it well,
and that's what I really want to do.
- Why are you lying? - Oi, Yu!
- What the hell are you saying! - It's definitely strange.
Azusa-san, please tell us your true feelings.
- I've told you my true feelings. - No, you did not!
- You told me... - Yu-kun!
Could it be you misunderstood anything?
Yu, this is Ryuichi's and Azusa-san's business.
You have no say in this matter.
Never mind.
That rude fellow! I'm sorry.
No.
- Misawa-san, do you have a minute? - Yes.
Please correct this provisional cost estimate.
But...
I guess it's too optimistic. Please don't get us in trouble.
- Sorry. I'll fix it at once. - Ando-san.
- Yes. - What the hell is this business plan?
Is something wrong with it?
You can't simply accept the data that come from the other side.
You have to check them properly before you submit them to me.
We're still in the planning stage, so I thought it's okay.
How often do I have to tell you!
If we make a mistake at the first stage,
this business will surely fail.
I will have it revised till this evening.
- Sorry, I was a bit loud. - No.
Please do it.
Excuse me.
You called for me?
This is the public relations plan for the outlet mall.
Thank you.
Well, even so, I had not expected the Draymond contract
would be signed with so favourable conditions.
As expected, the genes of the Takada family are amazing.
However, in this situation
I wonder on what your brother will work next.
He will already have determined his next aim together with the president.
Well, I'm counting on you.
Yes. You'll get my first report till next week.
That's right. Shall we go eat now?
- There's a good restaurant in Ginza. - Sure.
Wait a minute!
- Why was Yu with the president now? - Well, that's...
I'm sorry. Forget it.
- Welcome back. - Where are my father and Yu?
I received a call that they both will come home late today.
- Are they together? - I wonder...
It may be so. Why?
Did they say what they are doing?
No. As always, they didn't tell me anything.
Is something the matter?
- We're back. - Welcome back.
Dad, thank you for the consultation today.
- You can rely on me anytime. - Yes.
- Good night. - Good night.
If it goes on like this, behind your back
your father and brother will strengthen their unity more and more.
It's only a matter of time until you will stand alone.
Something must be put between your father and your brother, right?
As we intended, Draymond Resorts
will purchase dishes and cutlery related goods
from companies which are partner of Takada.
That's good, isn't it?
I will give you now a first overview on the construction period and the budget.
As for that...
I am not bad.
I am not bad. He is bad.
It's his fault...
Dad is... dad is bad.
I am not bad. You are not bad. I always did what I could.
It's his fault. You are not bad.
Dad is bad. I always did what I could.
I always did as I was told.
You are not bad. I am not bad. It's his fault.
I am not bad.
You are not bad.
Then, let's discuss the rest on our next meeting.
- Thank you very much. - I also thank you.
Shall I bring you right back home?
Yes. Ah, I'd better return to the company.
Understood.
Sorry for being late again. I just read the material.
I told the president I'd like to discuss it with him too,
so could you make it a bit easier to read?
Okay. We have a meeting tomorrow morning.
I'm counting on you.
As for the airport construction, I guess risk avoidence should have top priority.
Good morning.
You're talking of that regional airport project?
Yeah, that's right.
I heard several companies have already announced to participate.
But our company has decided to be more defensive this year.
That's why I think we shouldn't be greedy for that airport
and wait for a better opportunity.
But I think we should better attack.
No, I think we should participate. We're on a roll right now.
- We should accelerate the momentum. - It's not that easy.
Managing a company is not only attacking,
a strong defense is also necessary.
As the vice president I have a responsibility to protect Takada.
If we act defensively here, our shareholders and customers
will lose trust in our future.
If you want to do this, you should become vice president yourself.
Then you can do as you think fit.
That's not the point.
This discussion is about what's best for Takada.
For the time being, Takada's vice president is me.
So let me do it my way.
That's right, isn't it, Dad?
- Good morning. - Good morning.
Yes. Please check the material with the other side first.
Let's see. Tomorrow or the day after,
I can look at it so have it ready then please.
Yes. Thank you.
Oi!
There's a wrinkle between your eyebrows.
Really?
- Like this. - Awful, isn't it?
Being a manager is hard, isn't it?
Well, there are some things you can't be sure about.
Things you can't be sure about?
What is important? What should have top priority?
- Sorry, I have no idea. - You see.
But, there one thing I know.
If you think something is right,
it's right.
You have a cheerful disposition, haven't you?
Whenever you want, you can come to me.
What's that supposed to mean?
It's as I told you. At HIROSE.
Excuse me. Could I have a word with you?
Yeah. What is it?
It's nothing important. It concerns a friend.
Okay. What is it?
This friend recently became manager in his company.
One day, he learned that an employee,
and even one of the executive class,
is trying to make him trouble.
No one else is aware of it, only he knows.
I wonder what I should advise him to do.
I see.
Tell him not to hesitate.
For a manager, there's nothing more important than protecting the company.
The obligation to protect the employees must be given top priority.
If he is harmful to the company, this...
Isn't he scary?
The work demon. You better not come near him.
He has changed, hasn't he? Previously, it was fun to drink with him,
but now he would give us a sermon so we better not invite him.
I guess it's because he's become so big.
Yu-kun.
You must be hungry.
I suddenly had the desire to eat. Thanks for going out with me.
No. I also wanted to show my face here.
Hello.
- Hello. - Ah, it's the both of you.
- Here's your Margerita. - It looks delicious!
Are you still making dioramas or such as usual?
- No, not anymore. - Somehow your aura has changed.
Finally you look like a businessman, don't you?
- He has become a director. - Really?
As expected, the junior makes a fast career. I'm jealous.
- Come now, eat, eat! - Thank you very much.
- Itadakimasu. - Itadakimasu.
Recently, at home... I'm sorry for that.
I should apologize.
Somehow, Goto-san seemed to be happy about your promotion.
At that time, I passed by here countless times.
In those days, I didn't understand anything.
Anyways, I was desperate and hell-bent.
Still, your passion was transmitted to everyone.
Because you were so free and easy
that contract could be made.
No, I was completely useless.
You speak of passion, but I wasted time and effort.
You have to negotiate more speedily.
Nowadays, I would bargain smarter.
Now I know the techniques to solve negotiation problems with money.
Supposed it's in the interest of the company.
- That may be true. - Yes.
Since I became a director,
I think it's not enough to have fun myself only.
For the happiness of our employees Takada must always be solid as a rock.
If there's anything harmful...
Is something wrong?
No...
If there's anything harmful,
I think it must be eliminated.
Thank you very much for checking all this.
We must not make a gaffe, but now I'm relieved.
By the way, what do you really want from me?
Well...
Actually, I'm a little worried about Yu-kun recently.
How should I say, he's become a kind of workaholic.
Work, how can I say it,
has a kind of magical power to captivate people.
Magical power?
When they get captivated by this magical power,
some forget their friends, some abandon their family,
they sacrifice everything and pour themself into work.
They get drawn into a magical vortex.
You think this happened to Yu-kun too?
Who knows?
However, fortunately for me,
I stopped just in time before I made the last step.
Chairman, why did you stop?
I remembered something important.
Something important?
Chief Sasaki?
I'm sorry that those guys are still quite unripe and caused you trouble.
I've checked it myself.
- Thank you very much. - Takada!
- Yes. - Don't go easy on me please.
You can use me too.
Because you're now a director of Takada.
Chief Sasaki...
Actually, I got a 3rd team-member.
We will work harder and harder!
- Ando! - Yes.
- What a document is this! - I'm sorry.
No one can understand that image.
Director!
- The board meeting will begin soon. - Alright.
For a manager, there's nothing more important
than protecting the company.
The obligation to protect the employees must be given top priority.
If he is harmful to the company, this
member of the executive class
should be dismissed immediately.
And if he, for example, is a family member?
The answer stays the same.
I think we have treated each business now.
Making people happy by town planning,
that's the mission of Takada.
It's certainly a hard struggle to make a contract,
but if we don't succeed, it's meaningless.
The outlet mall opening, the hotel start,
the city development in Bangkok,
and our traditional strength, the mansion business,
don't lose sight of any of them please.
- Yes. - Understood.
With this, I will close today's board meeting.
Chairman!
What is it, Director Takada?
- I bring forward an emergency motion. - Emergency?
Vice President Takada Ryuichi
- is to be dismissed. - Dismissed?
What are you saying?
Do you know what you're talking about?
Of course I do.
You should be aware of the reason yourself.
What do you mean?
Gentlemen, Vice President Takada
is currently not in the condition to do his duties.
Didn't you all notice that the vice president is not his normal self since recently?
Don't be silly!
What basis do you have to say such things?
What's that?
This is the wiretap that was installed
in the president's office, my office, and at several places on this floor.
Wiretap!?
It was installed by the vice president to monitor the president and me.
Enough of those baseless accusations.
Gentlemen, something is wrong with my brother.
If you continue with your delusions any further...
Vice President!
Why should we drag this on?
Aren't you aware that you were caught by the security cameras?
The wedding reception the day after tomorrow will be put on hold.
The least you can do now
is to think out an excuse that's not rude to the invited guests.
Go home now.
Dad...
Are you disappointed in me?
The way you've been brought up
may have been wrong.
Huh? Doing overtime at this late hour?
I've waited for you.
Did something happen?
Did something happen, you ask?
You should know.
They said you effected Ryuichi-san's dismissal.
That's a lie, isn't it?
There was no other way to protect Takada.
You were instructed by the president, right?
It was hard, wasn't it, Yu-kun?
No.
For the sake of the company the vice president had to be dismissed.
That's how I thought, so no one had to instruct me.
- He's your own brother! - Whether it's my brother or someone else,
anything that harms Takada must be eliminated.
Taking care of this is my job.
Such a thing...
When I met you for the first time,
I thought you had a magical charm.
But, this was only my self-delusion.
I was convinced you were different from other people.
Now you are...
Now I am...
An excellent businessman that can be found everywhere.
Without any attraction at all.
Good-bye.
I want you to stay by my side forever.
You are someone this company needs.
I know this better than anyone else.
So stay in this company together with me.
I don't want you to leave.
I want to make you happy.
I...
Azusa-san...
What are you saying?
I...
will marry your brother the day after tomorrow.
Dad, where's Aniki?
He's not here.
He will have gone to Azusa-san's place.
Yu.
There's nothing to regret.
You did what you thought was right.
There's no need to blame yourself.
Excuse me.
It's about Emily Walker-san who had asked for an appointment before.
If you have time tomorrow before she goes to the airport,
- could you meet with her? - Tomorrow?
Indeed, I'd better turn her down for tomorrow, right?
No.
- I'll meet her. - Still, tomorrow...
She's a busy woman.
If I miss her this time, I don't know when I will see her again.
It's my job. I will meet her.
- But, is this alright? - Tomorrow, your brother...
I will cancel my attendance at my brother's wedding.
Oi, it looks like the vice president is not here.
- Really? - It seems he can't be contacted.
- It's almost too late. - I wonder what will become of the ceremony.
Let's try to contact him once more.
Yes.
Director Takada, it seems the vice president
won't come to the ceremony.
I see.
Azusa-san, I have cancelled the wedding ceremony.
It's my fault that this happened.
I caused you this sorrow.
I'm truly... very sorry!
This here are Cain and Abel.
They were surrounded by God's love,
but suffered a sad fate in the end.
When they get captivated by this magical power,
some forget their friends, some abandon their family,
they sacrifice everything and pour themself into work.
Pleased to see you, Mrs Walker.
I'm Takada Yu. It's an honor to meet you.
- Pleased to meet you. - Shall we go?
However, fortunately for me,
I stopped just in time before I made the last step.
I remembered something important.
Something important?
My family.
Thank you very much for taking time for me on such a busy day.