My name is Masaki Makoto and I will be joining you from today.
He was Shizuoka's no.4, it's a most mysterious transfer!
Oh be quiet!
Who are you?!
-I'm God. -What?!
Would you like me to tell you why you have such bad luck with women?
It's because there's someone you're destined to meet.
Haruko Kogetsu, 29 years old.
She's your destined other half.
In 30 years from now, the child you have will save the planet!
Erm! Please hear me out.
-It seems you're destined to be with me. -What!
That's quite enough talk of destiny.
You, like me, have had a tough love life, haven't you.
You've been waiting for the person you're destined to be with.
I'm sorry to have kept you waiting.
I'm the man you're destined to be with.
You're really creeping me out.
You did really well! Well done!
The batter who made that final match clinching hit,
he's called Sadaoka by the way.
After many years, he's soon to be reunited with her.
It's going to feel to her, a lot like destiny.
So what I'm saying is, this time you have to face your rival head on.
Well, of course...
There's no way I'd lose to him twice.
Just to be clear,
I'm not messing around.
Bonus of 100,000 yen for bringing 10 new contracts.
Why are you grinning like that.
-It's obviously impossible. -You've never managed to get it?
Even if I did get it, it's pointless.
Don't be such a defeatist.
See here. It's because in this department there's no such thing as winning or losing.
So why then do you ask me everyday, how many contracts I've got?
-Get off me...
We fight together and laugh together.
-That's how we do things here. -All smiles!
-I'm off!
-Do your best, within reason. -Okay.
-I'm having ramen. -Sounds good.
-Let's share. -That's what I'd intended.
Sorry.
-Good day to you. -Good day.
Wasn't it amazing, what happened.
With all those people there, only the two of us were standing.
Have you met Haruko before?
Yes, at a classical music concert.
-A friend of mine from school was appearing in it. -Is that so?!
That's amazing, getting into that brass band.
Do you like classical music?
Not really, sometimes I just happen to get a ticket.
But from now on I intend to go, and come to love it.
I also bought a CD on my way home.
-You go first. -Thank you very much.
Excuse me.
So you met with your man of destiny again.
What shall we do for lunch, the usual place?
I want to hear the words 'I intend to go and come to love it,'
-before I die. -He was talking about classical music.
Hey hey! In this situation obviously
'Haruko' and 'classical music' mean the same thing.
It's creepy.
What is it you dislike about him so much?
It's not that I dislike him, it's just don't have time to be diverted by him right now.
Sometimes taking a 'diverson' can turn out to be the quickest way.
Have you ever considered, in terms of percentages
how often your 'diversion' turns out to be a shortcut?
Nope, I don't have the time for that.
It's exceedingly rare.
For the majority of people, the result of a 'diversion' is ending up, at the side of the road, lost.
So then, for you, what is the quickest way to get married?
I wouldn't be wandering around right now, if I knew that.
And so what I'm saying is,
if a path opens up, you should just take it, without being scared.
Sometimes, you can know it's the wrong path without walking it.
-Why is that? -A sense built up over many years.
After dating one hopeless case after the other can you be so proud of your sense?
Shut up.
If your sense tell you 'no', then
maybe conversely he's the right man for you.
Would you please be quiet for a while.
Your name is Makoto-san you say.
Yes! We've the same name, it felt like it was meant to be.
It's not that unusual a name.
-May I just have a quick word with you. -I don't feel like it, and I don't have the time.
Take it.
Excuse me.
Haruko?
Is it really you Haruko?
Sadaoka-kun?
Do you work here?
-Yes, on the 8th floor. -Goodness.
I got transferred here to the 8th floor yesterday.
-Didn't you work for a trading company? -Yes, I'm still in the same business.
-I was headhunted. -Wow.
-Here. -Wow, that's amazing!
When was it we met last? 8 years ago?
Yes, in our final year at Uni.
I thought I heard something at that time about you working for a trading company.
Ah, you've not changed at all.
I have changed you know. I found a grey hair the other day,
I pulled it straight out!
I've got 2 or 3 growing around here.
Go... Good day!
-Hello. -Hello.
Thank you for always looking out for Haruko.
-No, no. He works at the company next to me. -Ah, I see.
Erm, don't you remember me?
Eh, do you know me?
We were in the same class in our first year. Akiyoshi!
-He's totally different. -He doesn't look the same?
But I really do know you, do I?
In the summer prefectual preliminaries we were up against each other.
-Ah! -Eh? You were the pitcher?
-Namiki-kun! -No, Masaki.
Erm, so you work at the company next to Haruko?
I was transferred here just a little while ago.
Is that right.
I will never forget that hit.
Well it was the match winner, so of course.
Well... I guess that's true.
But that game was the first and last time I'd gone into bat.
-Really? -That's right.
-He'd always been sitting on the bench. -That's right.
That day, one of the regulars got injured,
and the guy who was going to take his place hurt his arm.
It was pure coincidence I got to bat.
-I had absolutely no hope at all. -That's what everyone said.
They thought no-one could get a hit.
As your opponent, this may be strange to say
but I thinking you did a pretty good job at batting.
Ah well, that was just a coincidence too.
Do coincidences continue like that?
You know, Masaki-kun, because you were such a good pitcher,
I didn't think I'd hit the ball at all.
I just swung the bad randomly, and happened to hit it.
Yes, after the match you said,
'The god of baseball was smiling down on me.'
-Did I really say that? -Yep.
How embarrassing!
Hey, since we're work so close to each other, why don't we go for a drink?
Ah, sure, that would be great.
-Haruko, are you headed to the station? -Yes.
-Shall we go together? -Sure.
-Well then, see you later. -Sure, take care.
Let's go.
-Wow, that's quite the timing. -Right.
You haven't changed one bit.
I'm home.
What?! Aren't I taking you by surprise anymore? Could it be you've got used to it?
Actually I wanted to talk to you, so it's convenient you're here right now.
-What do you want to talk about? -About Sadaoka...
-You're the one who caused him to hit like that right? -What are you talking about!
Well, he said the god of baseball was smiling on him.
-I'm not the god of baseball. -Well then, do you know him?
It's got nothing to do with god. Do you think I lent him a hand
in getting that hit in the regional's?
-I don't have time for that! -Well you come here, night after night...
you clearly do have the time.
He may have happened to say that but,
since he finally got to play, he put in more effort than most.
-Simply put, he made the hit with his own skill.
So simply put, I lost to him in a match of skill.
-Yep -I wish I'd never asked.
So what's the most important thing necessary to beat him?
Erm...
It's...
Love and passion?
-No! Wrong! Money! -What? Money?
You did say that destiny wasn't a useful weapon,
you wanted a more useful one, didn't you?
-Well... -It's possible to think of money as a weapon, yes?
They're offering a bonus at your company aren't they?
-The 100,000 yen one? -Yes, that's it.
If you get that, money can be the weapon,
you use to make her look your way.
Hang on a sec...
You know how much savings I have?!
Obviously with that pittance, you couldn't even buy a pair of socks.
I have plenty enough for socks!
Is being able to buy socks really
something to get that worked up about?
Shall I tell you how much Sadaoka has in savings?
I absolutely don't want to know! I'll feel like I can't win.
Money will allow you to make your move anytime.
But if it's not from your own hard work and effort then it's meaningless.
If I get in 10 new sales contracts
that would do the trick right? I just have to go for it.
He's a tougher rival than you think!
I definitely won't lose to him!
This time, you'll be at a loss for words.
I'll show you that I can crush him completely.
Nice ball.
Right!
Excuse me. May I have a moment of your time?
My name is Masaki of Welcome Water.
I'd like to introduce you to our product...
Ah, no thank you. If you'll excuse me.
If you sign up with us, we can offer you
complimentary tea bags and coffee.
Can I have just 10 minutes of your time?
Just 5 minutes! 5 is enough!
Yes.
Excuse me.
Has Masaki-kun still not come back?
He said he'd be back at 6pm.
He seemed unusually fired up when he headed out.
-How reliable. -Isn't it because of the bonus
as a reward. -That's if he can actually get the contracts.
I'm not slogging my guts out, just because you waft around a bonus.
-Well, certainly. -I'm off.
Good work today.
-Is that okay Chief? -What do you mean?
I think you should be getting cross.
If getting cross would get more contracts, I'd do it. But with him
it's best to leave him to his own devices. -Midori-chan, have you not heard?
Despite appearances, he went to Aqua Ages presidents house,
and got the contract. He's a legendary sales man.
Aren't they a competitor of ours?!
He gets contract from places you'd never imagine.
That's his strength.
He went to a fishing town and got loads of contracts.
Today it's a big catch!
Well, in truth, it would be good if he were
a little more consistent with his results.
Quite.
I'm sorry Haruko, the drinks party got cancelled.
-Is that right. -Apparently a business trip abroad suddenly came up,
isn't that awful? -Is that really the case?
It's clearly a lie. When they use the word 'abroad'
they think we've no choice but to accept it.
Wasn't it you who told me not to be prejudiced against business men?
Well, I want to leave early too, but I just can't seem to get away.
How's it going? Will you get the contract?
Well, so far it's just small talk,
it feels like they're just killing time.
Well hurry up, finish things and come back.
I do want to you know.
-What shall I have to drink I wonder. -I fancy a beer.
I'll have some plum brandy.
-Good evening. -Hey there, what's up?
-I thought we could go for a drink. -I'm sorry.
-The two of us are just going for one. -I see...
-Would you like to come with? -Pardon?
It's fine isn't it. It's not like we're going to discuss anything major.
-You're sure I won't be intruding? -Of course not!
Actually, you'll be doing us a favour.
-Are you really sure about that?
If it's okay with Mitsue then...
What are they doing...
I thought that you'd have got married ages ago.
You can't say that, can you.
What was Haruko like back in high school?
-She was really popular. -What are you saying.
In the high school graduation year book 'Who'd make the best wife' ranking
she was no.1 by a huge margin.
Is that so?! It's kind of ironic given how she is now.
-Actually, she turned me down once. -Hey what are you saying!
-Let me hear the details! -Mitsue!
After sports day in our 3rd year, I summoned up my courage and asked her out.
-Well, well, and then? -She said sorry but she was busy
with university entrance exams. -Ah, sounds like something she'd say.
At any rate, I'd have liked her to say whether she liked me or not.
She could have said 'Sure once the exams are over.'
In truth, I was interested in her for a while after we started Uni.
-Is that so? -What happened in reality.
-We're talking about many years ago. -That's right, it's more than 10 years ago now.
So therefore it's fine, we're just talking about the past.
So what did you think of Sadaoka?
-I don't really remember. -Ah, how boring!
It's fine, she's always been that way.
Has she always been this vague?
And even so, you were interested in her?
-For goodness sake, can we please change the subject. -Please keep quiet for a bit.
-I'm talking with Sadaoka right now. -How can I put it...
It was fun being with her. When talking with everyone in class too
it made a big difference if she were there or not.
Did we have such vital things to discuss back then?
Of course not!
Whenever I remember things that were fun you were always there with me.
At any rate, you had a positive air about you.
Perhaps you'd say it was like being close to happiness.
That's why everyone wanted to marry her...
So it's ironic how she ended up.
-Shall we get the bill? -Ah, I'm sorry, I said too much.
Since we're out already, let's have another drink.
-So what shall we have next? -I'll have wine.
-Well then, me too. -And me.
-Red or white? -Haruko, you can decide.
Erm... Red.
What! You'll sign up with us?!
I've talked it over with the bosses, and got the okay.
I've not given you my business card yet have I.
What!
Is something the matter?
Your name is Kogetsu?
It's quite an unusual name isn't it. I've been working a long time but,
I've never met anyone with the same surname.
Ah, would you by any chance,
have a daughter? -How do you know that?!
Ah, well... erm... It just somehow seemed like it.
Can you see something? Some sort of spirit or something?
Ah, no no. It's just my sale's instinct.
-Sadaoka's a nice guy. -Are you interested in him?
That's not what I mean. I mean for you.
Why is it you have to go straight to getting us together.
It's good to have a man with his feet on the ground isn't it.
But I've never thought of him in that way.
His looks and job aren't bad,
Unlike your former boyfriend his origins aren't a concern.
-He fulfills all the conditions. -The thing to say in this situation is
'you suit each other.'
-Do you think so too. -I suppose, that's what you'd think.
I suppose?
-What are you talking about? -Marriage partners.
-Are you an idiot! -Yes I am.
-Haruko, why haven't you got married? -Pardon?
If there was someone, I'd like to...
-You don't have a boyfriend? -How about you?
-Aren't your parents on at you about it? -Yes, I want to get married soon too...
but I don't have a partner. -How long have you been single for?
-It's been about 2 years. -That's just the same as Haruko!
-Really? -Yes, it's been about that long.
I see...
-So why don't the two of you get together? -What!!
-Alright! Let's do that. -Stop messing around.
-It's a joke right? -There's no need to look that scared!
Haruko, that's bad. This is a social gathering place for adults.
It's a space in which we can drink alcohol and speak jokingly.
-I'm sorry. -So then, today Haruko's treating us.
-I was right to reject you back in high school. -Nice joke.
Well, in order to redeem myself, I will treat you both today.
-It's fine, we can split the bill. -Really?
Right, let's drink to our heart's content.
Hey, isn't he the worst?
Here's to splitting the bill.
-Yay! -Cheers!
Ah... maybe the day will come when
I'm signing my daughter's marriage papers like this.
Pardon?
In it's own way that would be sad, but
at this rate, I think she might always be alone.
It's a pity isn't it...
It's alright.
I'm sure she'll find someone good.
-Are you married? -Ah, not yet...
Is that so...
-How about my daughter? -Yes?!
I'm just kidding. You're a very serious young man.
Err... people often get angry with me for not getting the joke.
How about it? Shall we go for a drink?
Ah, you're joking with me again...
A cultural festival staple is the cover band isn't it.
But he said it wasn't very interesting,
and so they made their own music.
-What was the genre? -Folk.
-I used to play folk music. -There were 10 of them.
And what's more, they all dressed like John Lennon.
-They were singing about world peace. -Ooh, special.
-Normally no-one would go to see that. -Also, no-one played the guitar.
They just strummed with their fingers, so.
-It's starting to sound interesting. -Anyhow,
I don't know why but, it went down really well.
The day following graduation, they borrowed a venue
and put on a renunion performance.
Even now when I see pigeons at the park it brings to mind that song.
'The magician's pigeon coos for peace.'
-That's the one! -That's right.
That was the title?
Sometimes, when I'm in the bath,
I find myself singing it.
It makes you shiver, doesn't it.
-What sort of song is it? -Sing it too me.
-What here? That's impossible. -Shall I go get a guitar?
-No need, it's fine. -Well, shall we drum on the table?
Hey wait wait! I can't!
I've almost completely forgotten the words.
Please, go on, just take it easy.
Just one more. Just the one and then we'll go home.
Yes, well that's fine by me.
Thank you.
I wish that I had,
employee's like you. -Pardon?
These days, if you ask them to come drinking, they happily turn you down.
Some of them don't even take their eye's
off their computer screens, they just say 'nah.'
-That is rude. -In comparison, you today
with a middle-aged man you've only just met,
took it seriously and came out drinking.
I wish my daughter could find someone like you.
I'm not joking, I really mean it!
Thank you very much!
-Cheers! -Cheers!
-What's up? -Whoa!!
What's the matter?! Why the reaction?
I'm knackered, give me a break.
Have you confused who you're supposed to seduce? Are you okay?
Well, you said to get that bonus, so...
I didn't tell you to neglect your main task!
-I didn't tell you ease up on her. -Don't make it sound so easy.
While you were sucking up to her dad,
your rival was steadily racking up the points.
Like this. Kerching, kerching.
-What do you mean, points? -Right now,
he's by her side and sleeping happily.
-You're kidding! -He's asleep.
-You're definitely lying! -He's sleeping soundly.
He's a nice guy isn't he.
-Because he treated us right. -No, not that.
Well, that too. I think he definitely suits you.
I'm not going to be fooled by you.
-Crap! -He's woken up.
-Woah, did I fall asleep for a second there. -Yep, you were snoring something awful.
-Really! -Yep.
-You've both got strong constitutions! -It's really rare for
Haruko to come with me to a second place.
-Is that true? -It's been awhile since
I've seen her have so much fun.
The only image I have of her, is back in high school when she was always smiling.
Various hurtful things happened during her 20s.
-Various? -She's got terrible luck with men.
The moment she starts going out with them, they quit work and become a parasite,
or it turns out they have a wife.
Hmmm, I see.
I don't think she thought she'd
make that kind of mistake herself.
And so it was a shock to the system,
and she's now become super cautious.
Certainly, I can't imagine what it must be like
to have had that kind of love life.
-Can I be completely honest? Pardon? What do you mean?
Don't you think you'd like to protect her?
Yes...
I would be lying if I said I didn't think that way at all.
I thought as much.
Don't threaten me.
But it's true that they were drinking together, super close.
And normally she'd go home after the one place, it's rare for her to stay out so late.
Anyway, just whose side are you on?
Erm... it's 6:4 to you I suppose.
You've been cheering him on haven't you!
It's a joke. A classic joke!
Maybe I shouldn't.
I'd really appreciate it if you wouldn't do that in this situation.
-Don't say that again okay! -Okay.
But, it's true that they are getting closer to each other.
-Still I guess there's no need to rush. -For a while now,
all you've said is that's it's a rush.
Well, getting close with her father,
is a pretty big advantage. You should be confident.
But the crucial thing is not whether
the he likes me, it's if she does. I'm right aren't I?
The aim isn't to go out with her,
it's to get married, have children and save the planet.
There you go again. We can't have a proper conversation
without that coming up... -It's fine, it's fine.
-Eh! -What is it?
-Ah, sorry for waking you. -Welcome home.
-You're quite late. -Yep, I was talking with Mitsue.
-Shall I put some tea on? -No I'll do it.
I'd like some Hojicha tea.
-Aren't you drinking some right now? -Eh... is this Hojicha tea?
You bought it and made it yourself didn't you?
I made it myself...?
-Here. What is this all about? -Pardon?
-It was in my house. -Ah, that's right,
I was out doing a sales trip and to my surprise
the name on the business card I was given was Kogetsu.
I wondered if he could possibly be your father.
Was it really a coincidence?
Are you saying I went to see your father,
because I'd deliberately looked into him?!
Wouldn't that just be stalking?
-But isn't it strange? -That's what I've been saying!
Destiny is pushing us together.
Even if it truly is a coincidence. Please don't talk about destiny.
We are really just talking about the odds.
Do coincidences really come one after the other like this?
We're just talking about things with a low probability, happening in succession.
Isn't that what's known as destiny?
People get shaken up when extraordinary things happen to them.
Their shaken heart creates the illusion that it's love.
Eh, so...
The other day at the concert hall...
Why did you stand up?
My friend was playing,
and quite simply, I was moved.
When I heard that tune,
I realised that I'd met you back in highschool.
Not only that, but I was at a real low and
you cheered me up with your words.
'You did really well! Well done!'
I don't remember that far back.
When I stood up and clapped and saw you,
I thought that you'd stood up for
because you had the same feeling.
More than anything, simply because we both happened to be there,
I thought that you must have felt something.
Please can you stop being so conceited.
Is it that unusual to clap at the end of a performance?
There's nothing about that situation that could be considered destiny.
Well then...
Let me ask you.
-Is it fun? -Pardon?
When something mysterious happens, to deny it and have a go at me?
Do you find it fun?
When something you can't account for happens do you really feel that anxious?
When I was five...
The day I first met you.
There was a huge rainbow in the sky.
You pointed at the rainbow and said this.
'I will marry the first person to pass under the rainbow.'
And so after that,
every time a rainbow appeared, I would run.
Even if I was playing with friends, or shopping with my mother.
When a rainbow appeared, I'd run with all my might.
I was determined to be the first person to pass under it.
Well, of course as soon as I'd start running,
I'd lose sight of it.
I never doubted your words in the slightest.
Even now, I still believe it a little.
After all, it makes life a little more fun.
It's fine to enjoy yourself.
I'm just saying, don't involve me.
Excuse me.
DoI have a mug at home I don't use?
You've loads for sure.
You got one as a participation reward the other day.
That wasn't a participate reward it was a closest guess award.
-What do you want to use it for? -Our company's
just had something called a 'water server' installed.
You can use it to make all sorts of things like tea or miso soup.
Ah, that is useful. We could use one of those at home.
-Shall we get one? -Okay?
We don't need it. We've got a water purifier.
I guess that's true.
But then again, you know?
When we get up in the morning, and drink from it,
the bottle makes this glug, glug breathing noise.
Everyone buys it, because they want to hear that noise.
You call that 'breathing noise?'
Well what would you call it?
-Thanks for the food. -Ah, hey,
-What are you doing for dinner tomorrow? -Pardon?
Shall I make something at home?
-No, I have plans. -I see.
So, it's just the two of us. Shall we eat out or something?
I don't think so. I got a lot of burdock in today.
Burdock? We're having burdock for dinner tomorrow?
What am I doing!
It's breathing isn't it!
So cold.
So hot.
Thank you very much.
-The installation is complete. -Well done.
This is the third one today.
Thank you very much for using us.
I might ask again in a personal capacity.
-Personal capacity? -My wife,
said she'd like one too. So we're considering it for at home.
Really...
But we're just considering it so, please don't expect too much.
Please contact me, if you do decide.
I certainly will.
I was dubious as to whether
people would use it but, we used two bottles in a flash.
It certainly does make a difference.
I'm very glad to hear you say that.
Every day you think to yourself, 'what shall I drink,' don't you.
And I just happened to be given some
unusual tea and I made yet another new discovery.
No, truly, thank you very much.
We are very happy that you've quickly
utilized it in the ideal manner. -I bought some delicious tea at lunch time.
-Would you like some? -That would be very kind of you.
-I have cake too? -That's too much,
the tea is more than enough. -I bought too much,
so please don't hold back.
It's because it's one of our employee's birthday today.
-Is that right. -All together...
Happy Birthday Haruko.
-Congratulations. -What's this? Thank you.
Congratulations. This is from all of us.
-Thank you. -Congratulations.
Thank you too.
Money can be the weapon
you use to make her look your way.
This is...
-What are your plans today? -Nothing in particular.
Shall we go get something nice to eat. We can invite Sadaoka-kun too.
-Please don't, it's embarrassing. -Really? Why?
I'm too old to be celebrating my birthday.
And here I thought I would treat you.
I've got a present and the thought is more than enough.
-Are you sure? -Yes.
Your feelings are most appreciated.
Okay.
10 new contracts most splendidly got.
-Well done. -Thank you very much.
-Today we're going for BBQ. -What? I'm sorry but I have plans.
-I don't mean like that.
In this department, when someone gets a bonus,
it's tradition that they treat everyone to BBQ.
Hang on a second, I've not heard of this?!
It's my first tradition.
The first time, the meal came to more than 20,000 yen over
but somehow I still paid it. -Don't worry, it's alright.
We will make sure the amount eaten completely matches the budget.
Please leave the calculations to me.
Chief, that isn't the point...
We told you didn't we.
In the Sales department we all fight together and smile together.
-All! -Smiles!
'All smiles,' meaning we're all happy.
Ah, is that the case!
Chief, it's written on our jackets.
Let's all eat loads of beef tongue and wieners!
I'm sorry! I really need this money.
There's something I have to buy.
-If you think you can, go ahead. -Have you checked the contents properly?
-What... How come? -I'm sorry!
The chief already made the reservation.
Koata-kun introduced me to a good restaurant.
Today I will change your pre-conceived notions of BBQ.
Sounds like fun!
-Tan-kun's going too. -That's great Midori.
It's cooking away.
-Here we go. -It looks delicious.
-Masaki. -Yes?
-It's delicious. -Can I just ask you,
is eating BBQ ribs with your gout okay?
Pain I can bear, but I can't bear umami.
Everyone, let's get some more in, we've got enough money.
We've 30,860 yen left.
We have to be really grateful to Koata-san
for introducing us to this place.
-Ouch! -Me too.
You wouldn't come here with your own money, right!
Makoto-san! Makoto-san!
It was my dream to eat these first rate ribs.
A moment ago, the manager said to me
we'd be fools not to try today's beef cut.
What do you think?
I understand, just use it all.
-So generous!
Welcome.
Please a select a ticket and take a seat.
Ah, yes, I'm sorry.
Sorry to keep you waiting.
Here goes.
What's the best way to eat this?
Welcome.
-Meeting someone? -No, I'm on my own today.
That's unusual, please take a seat at the counter.
Okay.
-Is beer okay? -Yes thanks.
Good evening!
Erm... would you wait a moment?
Welcome!
Ah... sorry.
Here you go.
Ah, I had to treat people to BBQ.
So I've only got a little change left.
In truth, I wanted to get you something better.
Pardon?
After all, it's your birthday today isn't it?
I visited your offices during lunch and...
Eh, hang on. Please use this.
Happy birthday to you.
Happy birthday Haruo...
Happy Birthday to you.
Congratulations.
Haruo, Haruo!
That's a coincidence too, isnt' it.
Yay! Yay!
Yes, it's simply a coincidence.
Yay! Haruo! Haruo!
It just sometimes happens that on ones birthday
you happen to hear someone with a similar name
being sung 'Happy Birthday.'
It's a coincidence that often happens.
It's really strange isn't it.
Thank you for the umbrella.
-I'm going home so... -You are?
Good night.
Good night!
-Please stop! -Okay.
I'll marry the first person to pass under the rainbow.
Is something the matter?
-I'm sorry, please drive. -Okay.
What? What are you doing?
Leave it to me. When she comes to visit you,
you'll definitely want her to think you've got good taste.
When the time comes I'll do what's necessary, so please stop just doing stuff.
For goodness sake.
It was good I sorted out the money for you, right?!
If it's going to turn out like that,
I'd prefer you to tell me in advance though.
It had absolutely nothing to do with money.
If I'd told you in advance, it wouldn't have worked out that way.
This destiny came to be, because of the effort you put in.
Is that right.
But from the perspective of results,
it's good she seemed to be pleased.
Shall I tell you something as a reward for your hard work?
Yes?
In that taxi,
she got a birthday email from Sadaoka-kun.
And so?
Your rival can contact her whenever he wants.
You don't even have her contact details.
So in short, this is no time
for you to be sitting on your laurels.
Happy Birthday.
As a special present, just for you, here are the lyrics
to 'the magician's pigeon coos for peace'
remember them, and sing them every day.
The present you gave her wasn't bad,
but what she's going to remember before she goes to sleep tonight
is the present that he gave her.
It's such a shame.
Silk hat, one, two, three.
Put lots of hatred and sadness into it.
Cover it with a scarf, one, two, three.
A pigeon flies out, coo, coo.
Headed towards peace, coo coo.
Masaki-kun.
Good morning!
Would you like to come for a drink this evening?
Eh, why?
Well we promised before, we'd go?
Ah, that's right. I think it's fine.
In that case, can I have your number?
Here you go.
I'll invite Haruko as well.
Okay, see you later.
Do you know why he's your formidable rival?
This spring, he headed towards
being the most popular he has ever been in his life.
Even when normal, he's about 3 times more popular than you.
You understand that if you're half arsed, you don't stand a chance.
You take care.