I'm such a horrible person.
I led Kin-chan on...
But, the words that came out of me then were "Irie-kun".
I worried over it, and then decided to give up, and yet...
I guess Irie-kun is the only one for me.
Hey.
Irie-kun?
What's wrong?
Why are you in the rain?
I was waiting for you.
Waiting for me?
Irie-kun seems different.
Were you meeting with Kinnosuke?
I heard that he proposed to you.
He did.
I'm not totally unwanted, you know?
So, how did you answer?
It's none of your business how I answered, now, is it?
I guess not.
I'll be moving out, okay?
I decided with Dad.
Otherwise, I'd get in the way of your marriage, right?
I'll marry Kin-chan.
Then, everything will go well, right?
You'll marry Chris, and I'll marry Kin-chan.
And I'll help at Dad's shop.
Do you love him?
Of course I do!
Because Kin-chan has loved me since freshman year of high school!
Do you fall in love with people who tell you that they love you?
Is that bad?
I'm tired of this five year long one-sided love!
Why don't you just think about Chris?
Forget about me!
You love me!
You won't be able to love anyone else!
Why are you so confident?
That's right!
It's exactly as you say!
But, what choice do I have?
You don't love me.
You don't care about me.
It's because you...
Don't tell me that you love any other man.
Irie-kun...
This is the second time.
What is?
That you kissed me.
This is the third time, isn't it?
But...
You don't have to count anymore.
Is this a dream?
If it is, then I want to continue sleeping.
Kotoko.
Let's go home.
Irie-kun?
Aihara-san, must you leave?
Yes, Kotoko and I decided together.
We'd only bring you hardships if we stayed any longer.
Never!
What happened? You're both soaking wet.
I'll bring the towels.
Oji-san.
Yes?
We have to talk.
What is it?
Please let me marry your daughter, Kotoko-san.
Are you being serious?!
I'm serious. I finally understand that I want to marry Kotoko.
Obviously not right away, but probably after we graduate.
And I have to have Chris understand first.
But, I can't imagine a future with anyone else but Kotoko.
Irie-kun...
Oji-san, can we have your blessing?
Naoki-kun...
She can't do anything right.
I know.
She's also not very smart.
I know.
And she can't cook either.
I know.
Always making mistakes because she carelessly jumps to conclusions.
I know.
But she's lively, strong-willed, single-minded, and adorable!
I know.
Naoki-kun, please take care of Kotoko.
I will.
Can I, Kotoko?
Well said, Onii-chan!
Do you know how long Mama has been dreaming and waiting for this day?
Video! I have to get a video of this!
My head has become completely blank...
...and I can no longer tell if this is a dream or reality.
Irie-kun wants to marry me?
This has to be a dream after all...
She's feeling light headed.
Kotoko!
Are you all right?
Then, sweet dreams.
What is it?
I just feel that if you go into your room, you'll return to being the mean Irie-kun in the morning.
Then, do you want to sleep in the same bed?
That's not what I meant!
Of course not.
It feels like the whole house would be listening in tonight anyway.
Hey, are you sure about choosing me?
Yeah, I think you've turned me into a masochist.
I love you, Irie-kun!
I know that very well.
But, I never knew that you loved me too.
I just gave into you.
I love you.
Mama, would you please cut it out?
Really?
I'll deal with the marriage interview issue myself, so...
Don't worry about that.
Dad.
Don't worry about me or the company.
Kotoko-chan, please take care of Naoki.
I will!
You're marrying Irie?!
Oh no! Did you eat something funny?
I've had enough of your jokes.
How rude. It's the truth.
Seriously?
Well, not right away, but maybe after graduation.
I can't believe it.
Miracles really do exist!
How did you melt Irie's ice?
Well, you can do anything if you put your mind to it.
I'll make you the model of hope for my life!
Well, anyway...
Congratulations!
You did it, Kotoko!
Good for you!
Thank you!
But, what are you going to do about that fiancée of his?
And there's also Kin-chan too.
Irie-kun will explain things to Chris.
I'll have to tell Kin-chan myself.
Marriage; what a surprise!
And it's Aihara-san with Irie-kun too.
You never know what can happen in life.
Can't get married?
I'm not expecting you to forgive me.
But, I can no longer continue to deceive myself.
It's Kotoko, isn't it?
I feel that I was being selfish.
I think it's only natural for me to take the blame.
You sure are honest, Naoki.
I'm envious.
Very well then, I'll talk to my father.
Chris.
I'm glad to have met you. Bye-bye.
Hey, Kin-chan...
Ah, so busy, so busy!
I'm so busy, really.
Kin-chan, we have to talk.
I'm sorry, but I'm incredibly busy right now. I have my hands full.
Next time, maybe.
It's okay, Kinnosuke-san, I can do it.
No one asked for your help!
Kotoko, I'm sorry, but can you go home?
Kinnosuke.
Irie-kun?
We have to talk.
I have nothing to talk about with you!
You're disturbing my work. Hurry and go home.
I'm taking Kotoko.
It may be a bad thing to do to you, but I'm marrying Kotoko.
Don't say stupid things!
You've always been so cold towards Kotoko! It's a bit late for you to talk!
I'll never allow such a thing!
I've been devoted to Kotoko for the last five years...
Kin-chan... Kin-chan, I'm sorry!
I... I love Irie-kun after all...
I know. It doesn't matter whether I allow it or not.
You've always been in love with Irie after all.
You really have a bad eye for men.
I'm not going to care if you regret your choice.
Kin-chan...
Irie, make sure you make Kotoko happy!
I really won't forgive you if you don't!
If he makes you cry even just a little, I'll always be on standby!
Yeah, I know.
Kin-chan, thank you.
Okay, thank you very much. You can go home now.
Kinnosuke, well said! You were very manly.
I have a better opinion of you now, Kinnosuke!
No, Kotoko!
Okay, we're going to have a commiseration party for Kinnosuke tonight!
Yeah. Shall we close the shop and go for some drinks?
Boss!
I'm sorry!
Cheer up, okay?
I wanted to call you "Dad"!
Dad!
We sure did hurt a lot of people.
We wouldn't have been able to accomplish anything if we kept worrying about such things, right?
We have to overcome those things.
That's true, but...
Well, we don't know what will come of us in the future either.
Really?
Yes, he's not home yet.
He hasn't called either.
Anyway, I'll make some inquiries.
What's wrong?
Papa has disappeared from the hospital!
I'm really sorry.
Naoki acted on his own.
If there's anything we can do to make up for it...
I heard from Chris.
Mr. Irie, do you want the loan from my bank or not?
Well, I do, but...
What do you not like about Chris?!
What does she lack?!
She doesn't lack anything.
What?
Naoki! Why are you here?
Chris is a perfect young woman.
Then, why won't you marry her?!
My explanation may be filled with flaws, but there's a girl I love more than Chris.
I understand the consequences of turning down the marriage proposal.
As well as the wrongdoings against my father.
Naoki.
However, if I deceive my own feelings and marry Chris, it'll not only be betraying her, but myself too.
No one would be happy if I did such a thing.
I'm sorry!
Kotoko.
I know that I'm being selfish.
I'm a terrible person for hurting others.
But, I just couldn't give up.
I've always loved Irie-kun. Always.
That's why... I'm truly sorry!
There's no reason to apologize.
Chris.
To be honest, I didn't want to get married either.
That's why I was relieved when Naoki turned down the offer.
Papa!
I have someone else I'm in love with.
I've finally met the man I'm fated to be with.
Robbins-san, are you all right?
Kotoko, Naoki. May you find happiness.
I will find love too!
Sorry for the trouble.
Are you feeling all right?
Yeah.
I'm sorry. It's all because of me.
Don't worry about it.
Then Oji-sama, please get lots of rest.
Ah, thanks.
That's good. You managed to get everyone to understand.
Yeah. Sorry for making you guys worry.
Now you just have to make sure that Irie doesn't run away.
We'll be fine.
I wonder about that.
It'll definitely be all right... I think... Probably...
Kotoko!
I came here to give my thanks.
Thanks?
Up until now, I thought it was only natural to obey your parents.
But, I came to a realization after watching you and Naoki.
That, you should decide your own path in life.
Chris...
Thank you, Kotoko.
Say, what kind of guy is this guy that you like?
A very sexy and handsome person.
Men have to be handsome.
Oh, you're attracted by physical looks.
Actually, I really don't like guys like Naoki.
It was hard for me to tell you because he's the person you chose.
But, you really have bad taste in men.
He's so cute and sexy, isn't he?
Hold it right there.
Don't tell me that the person you like is...
Yes! I've finally met the man I'm fated to be with!
Kinnosuke is the handsomest man on the planet, isn't he?
Well, I'm not so sure about that.
Oh, you're handsome-challenged so you wouldn't understand.
Poor girl.
Kinnosuke!
What, you're here again?
Yes, I've come again.
And, your order?
Yes, Kinnosuke please.
Huh? I just don't understand jokes from English people.
It's not a joke!
Kinnosuke, marry me!
Cheers!
Congratulations on your discharge.
Thank you.
Thank goodness, Iri-chan.
You're still recovering so don't exert yourself.
I'm afraid that's not possible.
I have to start work right away tomorrow.
Lots of work has piled up while I was hospitalized.
I'll help.
But, what about school?
I'll quit the Medical Department.
I'll join Dad's company.
You already gave me your blessing to marry Kotoko.
I can't possibly demand more.
Irie-kun...
Naoki, don't think so lowly of me.
Even without your help, I'll get the company back on its feet.
Please do what you wish to do.
But!
I'll succeed Papa's company.
Succeed the company? But, you're still in elementary school, Yuuki.
Stupid! I'm talking about the future.
Papa will just have to work hard until then.
Yuuki!
So, Onii-chan, become a doctor.
And treat those who are suffering like Non-chan.
It's not being selfish.
I'm sure there are many people who want you to treat them.
Is it really all right?
Yeah, a man won't let anything stand in his way.
Then, please allow me to do so.
Thank goodness! My home is filled with nothing but great men! Right, Kotoko-chan?
Yes, Oba-sama!
Oh yeah. Everyone, please free up your Sunday two weeks from now.
Was there something going on next Sunday?
Onii-chan and Kotoko-chan's wedding ceremony!
Wedding ceremony?!
What kind of joke are you trying to pull?
Good things should be hurried, right?
Besides, if we wait until you graduate, you might change your mind.
That could really happen.
I reserved the wedding hall under Papa's name.
Kotoko-chan, let's start the bridal beauty treatment tomorrow, okay?
We've gotta choose a wedding dress, and make a list of guests!
And we've also gotta decide on gifts. Ah, so busy!
There's a limit to how sudden it can be.
It's only been two weeks since then.
Mama Irie is not to be taken lightly.
So beautiful!
You're so beautiful, Kotoko-chan!
My daughter, Kotoko-chan!
I'm starting to get nervous...
What are you scared of?
Don't mess up your wedding vows.
Now that you mention it, it might really happen.
Kotoko, to celebrate your marriage, I'm going to tell you something really good.
What is it?
You know, that time...
The bridegroom is really handsome.
But, he doesn't look too happy though.
Isn't he just nervous?
Kotoko is so beautiful...
Naoki-kun, please take care of Kotoko.
I will.
Irie-kun, you're angry, aren't you?
Well, this was pushed forward without my consent.
But, since you're so beautiful, I don't care any more.
Irie Naoki, do you take Aihara Kotoko...
...in sickness and in health, to love, to honor and to serve, to be your lawfully wedded wife?
Yes, I do.
I'm Irie-kun's bride.
I'm going to be the wife of Irie-kun, the one whom I truly admire.
...as your lawfully wedded husband?
Hey.
Yes, I do!
Now for the exchanging of the rings.
That's my right hand. Geez, stop daydreaming.
Say, Irie-kun.
What is it?
You've loved me for a long time, haven't you?
What are you so elated about?
I heard from Yuuki-kun.
The second kiss was at Romance Village, wasn't it?
Damn that kid.
You were crazy about me too, weren't you?
Whoa, the bride sure is daring.
Kotoko, well done!
Serves you right.
You sure got me there.
Thinking about it, it sure was a long road.
There were days where I cried too, but the time I spent with Irie-kun...
...was so much fun despite his bullying.
Let's stay together forever, okay?
I, Aihara Kotoko, have finally become Irie-kun's bride!
The wedding ceremony sure was wonderful.
I told you never to talk about that!
Aww, don't be embarrassed.
We're going to dreamy Hawaii today!
Hi, I am Kotoko Irie desu.
I'm afraid to find out what's going to happen.
Next time on Itazura na Kiss:
Honeymoon Panic.
We're definitely going to be happy, right?