Kotoko-san.
What is it?
Can you hold my hand during the surgery?
Good luck, Non... Nobuhiro-kun.
Non-chan is fine.
Non-chan, you're just too cute!
What's wrong with you? How creepy.
Aww, don't be shy.
I got an idea. Why don't I hold your hand again?
Just like during the surgery.
Ah, that?
I only said that because I didn't want you to do anything during the surgery.
Yuuki-kun?
Oh, you came to see me?
How are you feeling?
Not too well.
But, Kotoko-san told me to leave the hospital.
What are you saying? Your post-operative progress is excellent, right?
That's good.
That's right. Your fans are waiting for you to return, right?
But, I don't want to be separated from you.
But, I have a wonderful husband named Irie-kun.
Don't take him seriously.
You really are simple-minded.
Sheesh, what a boisterous girl.
Yep.
She's a bit slow, but she's very determined.
You chose a pretty good one.
You think so too?
We shall now begin the press conference for the preview of...
...Nobuhiro-san's first work after his comeback, the movie: Only Love.
First, the opening address by the lead actor, Nobuhiro-san.
During my hospitalization and surgery, I felt the support of many people once again.
I'm especially grateful to the hospital staff and the concerned people who gave me encouragement.
Nobuhiro seems a bit different.
It's like his smile has gotten gentler.
Like he's become a better man?
Yeah!
As expected, my Irie-kun is amazing!
He can even change a boy's life.
I have to watch his movie!
What's it about?
This is the original work!
Want to read it? It's a really wonderful love story!
Let me see.
The man rushes to the side of the troubled heroine in the dead of night.
He suddenly embraces her, and gives her a passionate kiss!
Seems like something Kotoko would like.
And then, the guy secretly prepares a present for her birthday.
But, aren't presents normal for birthdays?
Yeah.
Don't tell me you've never received one before, Kotoko-san?
No way! Are you serious?
You're unloved, aren't you, Kotoko?
You've got it wrong! Irie-kun is easily embarrassed and shy.
So, it's not like he doesn't love me...
What?
Nothing.
Then this year I'll have a birthday just like the one in that manga!
Impossible. -Impossible, isn't it?
How can you know that for sure?!
Come to think of it, your birthday is next week, isn't it?
Yeah, September 28th.
Ah, there's no time left. It's even more impossible now.
I'll bet my lunch tickets on it.
Yeah, me too. One week of tickets says she doesn't make it.
Hmph! What's the big idea?!
Come on, guys. You don't have to be so mean to her.
Bet on her then, Tomoko.
Me?
So, the bets are settled then.
Wait! Why am I the only one...
I will make this birthday date a reality!
Eh?! But that's so sad!
I had my hopes riding on this event!
And I was close to finishing the banner too!
In that case, can I let you handle it again this year?
No, Kotoko-chan!
It's true that Onii-chan only participates every year because he has to.
Because he has to...?
I got it!
Don't cut any corners and have a great birthday, just the two of you!
Mother!
Kotoko-chan!
Just leave it to me!
Let's make a plan!
Let's see, first, we'll have to nonchalantly make Onii-chan aware of your birthday!
I don't think "nonchalantly" is possible.
Irie-kun? -Onii-chan?
Do you want to celebrate it with me that badly?
Well, that's been my dream.
But, I'm on duty on the 28th.
No way!
So, what kind of birthday would you like?
Go ahead and tell me.
What? But it's embarrassing...
We get dressed up.
You show up carrying a bouquet with the number of roses equal to my age.
Then we toast with champagne and have dinner.
And then you carry in the birthday cake.
And then, and then, we spend the night together alone.
I can see how passionate you are about birthdays.
I'll get someone to cover for me.
Really?
Yeah.
Really really?
Yeah.
Good for you, Kotoko-chan.
Irie-kun, it's today. You remembered, right?
Yeah.
7 o'clock at the lobby of The Royal Hotel, okay?
Even though it pains me to do so, I'm handing over the celebration of Kotoko-chan's birthday party to you.
Wait, Onii-chan. Did you bring a fresh change of clothes?
You're not going to show up at night wearing this, are you?
Ah, Irie-kun. You don't have to come with the bouquet of roses, okay?
What are you saying, Kotoko-chan?
Make him get the bouquet ready!
Give me a break!
Okay.
Well then, everyone. Have a nice day!
She's in a merry mood.
She really is having a birthday date.
Are there any nice guys out there for us too?
Really...
What is it?
I win.
Fine, fine.
I know.
Isn't this Kotoko's phone?
You're right.
I see. A date with your husband, right?
Yes, with my husband.
That's nice. How romantic.
Yes, very romantic.
I'm short on time. Can you please hurry?
Just leave it to me.
I'll doll you up in a jiffy!
Please!
Is this a real hairstyle?
Hey, Mom, she looks like a horse!
Hey, it's rude to point!
I get the feeling that it isn't...
Look at the time!
What was that?
Is he alive?
Are you all right?
The ambulance! Call for an ambulance!
Someone! Call the police!
Are you all right?
Has someone called for an ambulance?
I just called for one, but the traffic around here is heavy.
It hurts...
I'm a nurse.
Stay calm.
The ambulance will be here soon.
Head angle for breathing set.
Pulse: 140 bpm.
First things first; I've got to stop the bleeding.
My leg...
Leg?
It might be fractured.
Does anyone have something I can use as a splint?
Fracture of the femur.
I stopped the bleeding and gave basic first-aid treatment.
His pulse is 140 bpm.
And he's fully conscious.
Okay, got it.
We were lucky to have a nurse on scene.
Really?
The patient is ready.
Understood.
Now, please get on.
I have to meet someone... Hey!
Why?!
Thank you so much.
Not at all. I just did what anyone would do.
Goodbye.
Is there anyway we can thank you?
No, that's not necessary.
You saved his life.
Really.
It's all because of you.
Yes, goodbye.
Thank you very much.
Driver, The Royal Hotel. Super ultra express fast, please!
Yes!
Eh? Why isn't it here?
It's really not here. Where did my phone go?
Miss, we won't get anywhere in this traffic.
If you're in a hurry, then the train would be faster.
Oh no! Look at the time!
I'm getting off!
Wait for me, Irie-kun!
Irie-kun is going to go home!
What's wrong with that girl?
Is she injured?
Incredible.
She's all disheveled.
Miss, are you all right?
No way... After I got all dressed up for the occasion too...
This was supposed to be the first time Irie-kun celebrated with me.
But look at how it turned out.
I...
Excuse me. For now, please come this way.
How am I supposed to face Irie-kun looking like this?
Mother... Moto-chan...
Everyone, forgive me.
I thought that was your blood... Don't scare me like that.
Irie-kun?
Irie-kun!
A lot of things happened, and I couldn't get here!
I wanted to call, but I lost my phone.
And I thought that you might have gone home already.
But, I couldn't just give up.
Then...
I knew you would come even if it killed you.
I couldn't possibly go home even if I wanted to.
Irie-kun...
But, you really look like something else.
I'm sorry. We can't go anywhere because I'm looking like this.
Yeah, there aren't any stores open around this time either.
Hi, you over there!
This bag belongs to you, right?
Here, take it, Onii-san.
Oh, it's time for my flight.
I'm going back to my country.
Goodbye!
I wish you two happiness!
24, 25, 26!
The exact number of roses as my age!
Cake and champagne too!
Come on, let's eat!
Sheesh... what was my mother thinking?
But, I'm really happy.
Can there be a luckier bride?
Happy birthday, Kotoko.
Irie-kun.
What do you want as a present?
Well...
I'd like you to tell me that you love me.
No, that's not it! Let me think of something else.
Kotoko, I love you.
I love you too.
So much time has passed since we first met.
And yet, why does my heart still beat so quickly?
Why do I love him so much?
Will Irie-kun continue to love me too?
Will there be things that will make my heart race from time to time?
It'd be great if that were so.
Irie-san, what are you smiling about?
I'm so glad you asked!
You see, during my birthday, Irie-kun...
She said it.
This is gonna be long.
Irie-kun secretly bought this ring for me.
Furthermore, it fits perfectly!
As expected from a genius.
He even knew that my birthstone was a sapphire.
Irie-san.
Irie Kotoko-san!
Head nurse?
I'm glad you're as cheerful as ever.
But, the internal medicine ward is lacking staff because a lot nurses have taken leave.
Good thing you're here.
I'd like you to go there.
Yes.
Oh, Irie-kun? Why are you in Internal Medicine?
They were lacking staff.
What a wonderful coincidence!
Then, as a married couple, let's do our best!
Excuse me, help here!
I told you, I'm fine!
That voice.
Sudou-san?
Oh, Irie!
Irie-kun?
Sudou-sempai and Matsumoto-san?
Why are you two here?
Matsumoto suddenly collapsed.
Collapsed?
It's no big deal.
I was just feeling a little anemic.
And I twisted my ankle a little.
Luckily, I happened to be with her by chance.
What do you mean by chance?
You're always around, telling me to buy business vehicles and such.
You're such a nuisance.
Anyway, Irie. Please take a look at her.
Sure thing. Sprains are handled by the orthopedic department.
You sure never change, Sudou-sempai.
Whatever, just show us the way.
Okay. This way please-
Irie-san! How many times do I have to tell you?!
It never changes, does it?
Finally, some time to myself.
But this department sure is busy...
Irie-kun!
Careful.
Don't you have a fever?
I guess I am a bit feverish.
Have you eaten?
No, I haven't.
I wasn't hungry and it's been so busy too.
Aww, don't, Irie-kun. Are you worrying about me?
It's love, isn't it? Love for your beloved wife, isn't it?
I'm glad you're well.
Dr. Irie! Emergency!
We have a five-year old child who's fading in and out of consciousness!
Understood. I'm going there now.
Doctor, how's Takashi?
There's some vomit lodged inside his throat.
Kotoko, prepare the tube.
Right away!
Ma'am, I'm going to have to insert a tube into your son's throat...
...and suck out the vomit lodged in his esophagus.
Dr. Irie, it's ready!
Kotoko, he might move violently from the pain, so hold him down.
Right.
Oh dear! Pain?
It'll be fine. Dr. Irie is the finest suction expert in all of Japan.
I see. Please.
Takashi, be strong!
Mama is here with you.
Okay, Takashi-kun. Open wide.
It'll be over soon.
Kotoko, hold him down properly!
Yes!
What are you doing?! You're not holding him down!
Yes!
Takashi!
Be strong, Takashi!
It's okay! Mama is here.
Mama is here, so it'll be fine.
Okay, it's fine now.
Takashi!
You did well.
Good boy!
Mama!
Thank you very much.
Good boy, Takashi-kun.
It's all thanks to the kind-hearted nurse and Japan's best suction doctor.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
You don't have to...
Bye-bye.
Isn't that nice?
That was the first time you were ever praised as a nurse, wasn't it?
Of course not! How rude!
But, looks like I'm the best suction doctor in Japan.
But, I'm so happy.
Mothers are truly amazing, aren't they?
Their power to protect their children is really something else!
It sure is.
Dr. Irie!
We have another emergency!
What a day.
All right! Then, we'll make one more effort!
I'm home.
Good job.
Looks like things have been rough.
Mother, sorry about this.
Kotoko-chan, your face is a little flushed.
Are you all right?
I might be a bit feverish.
Isn't it a cold?
Shouldn't you take some medicine?
Yeah.
No, hold the medicine.
Why?
Kotoko, aren't...
...you pregnant?
Aihara-san is pregnant?!
Well done Irie, you rascal!
One day, Matsumoto and I will too.
Stop planning such strange things!
Besides, I like guys who are capable workers.
Really?
I see. All right then!
Hey, what's with you?
I'm gonna do it!
Next time on Itazura na Kiss:
You, go around, me.
I'm definitely gonna be happy.
Hold it!