Riko-chan, would you do these please?
I'm back.
I'm worn out.
I slept with Yoshimoto.
He held me all night long.
I'm back.
Welcome back.
Very good! That's the polite thing to say.
Communication is important, isn't it Mr. Whale?
- Riko, hand these out to everyone. - I really like hearing your voice, Mr. Whale.
...but then again it's nice when it's quiet too.
I'll make tea!
If you don't like him, you shouldn't have done it!
You're in no position to criticize me.
Hiding your true feelings and sleeping with someone you don't care about...
You more than anyone should know how lonely that feels.
Why do you even care what I do?
The person you really like isn't me at all!
Here.
Hey everyone, the sweet rolls look really delicious. Have some.
- Where are they from? - Tadoishi-san sent them.
Want one?
Here.
It has sesame seeds.
What am I doing?
No water.
Episode 5
Written by Ozaki Masaya
KATAGIRI TEPPEI Kimura Takuya
UESUGI RIKO Matsu Takako
KATAGIRI SOICHIRO Uchino Masaaki
MIZUHARA SANAE Junna Risa
TAKAGI ERIKA Fujiwara Norika
YOSHIMOTO TAMIO SASAKI TAISAKU Kawabata Ryuuta Itsutsu Shinsuke
GOTEMON HOSAKA YODA Kishi Hiroyuki Yamazaki Naoki Inoue Takashi
SHIROISHI NAMI Moriguchi Youko
KUROSAKI TAKESHI Hirata Mitsuru
"Shiawase na Ketsumatsu" sung by Otaki Eiichi
Produced by Koiwai Hiroyoshi
Directed by Nagayama Kouzou
A production of FUJI TV, Japan
Yes... I'm terribly sorry.
Here you go.
I'm off.
Katagiri!
I just got off the phone with Shinoyama Fu-zu's Public Relations department.
They want the materials by tomorrow.
That's some deadline.
The boss over there is always unreasonable.
Okay then, let's put everything together and surprise them.
Can you do it?
By myself...?
If Uesugi helps, I'm sure it's possible.
Uesugi, can you work late tonight?
Of course.
All right, that's settled.
- I'm off. - See you later.
Our usual translator couldn't come this afternoon.
I'm glad you're engaged to such a talented woman.
We haven't gone out in a while. How about dinner afterward?
You're right. Good idea.
Thank you for taking care of everything.
This is your chance for a new life.
Thank you very much.
Well, I'll borrow your fiancee.
Think about where you want to eat.
You haven't changed a bit.
You're afraid to dirty your hands.
In the end, the only person you love is yourself.
Yes, yes... no...
It's a little hard to read.
Chief, we have to go.
I'll leave this in your hands.
I sent the fax first thing this morning. Did you check the machine?
- I'm heading out. - Good luck.
Four hundred isn't enough.
Say...
About yesterday...
Yes, hello?
Hello, Riko?
It's me.
Yoshimoto!
Thanks for last night. It was great.
Oh... I get it.
Teppei's there, isn't he?
How soon can we meet again?
What are you trying to do?
Tonight?
But I'm working late.
You'll wait for me?
What shall I do?
I'm wearing sexy panties today so it's okay if you see them.
I bet you're wearing the pair with Strawberry Shortcake on the front.
It doesn't really matter since they won't stay on long.
After I'm finished here, I'll join you.
Bye, wait for me.
Hello?
Hang on a moment.
I had something to say.
You can leave now. Thanks for your hard work.
I'll go next.
Give it to me! That song, there's a song I want...
When you try to hurt someone like that,
you usually end up hurting yourself even worse.
That's why I'm venting my frustration here.
Are you sure you're doing the right thing?
It's okay.
It's better if he hates me.
Let's sing.
Why is it always Enka?
Weepy folk ballads were made for times like this.
- I want to sing too. - What?
There's another microphone.
Tonight through lamp-lit alleyways we walk.
- Follow the lyrics! - I got it right.
Our shoulders pressed together, hiding from the rain.
Welcome.
Long time no see.
How long has it been?
Is it 10 years already?
I'll have a whiskey.
The two of you disappeared quite suddenly.
I thought perhaps you had eloped.
We broke up.
Really?
I left her.
Her mother was imprisoned for committing murder.
The victim was her father.
In order to protect my future as a public prosecutor,
I walked out on her.
Imbecile! This is the data from last month!
A blunder like this makes the report look biased.
Didn't you receive the revised figures?
Well?
Revised?
I'm sorry. I made a mistake.
How can you take this data to the meeting?
If they see this report we'll definitely lose the contract.
Go to the customer and apologize.
Excuse me, Chief--
I'm sorry. I'll correct the data and bring it to the meeting.
The meeting will be over before you finish.
Please let me try or I won't feel right.
Do as you wish.
I'm sorry.
Hello.
What was that all about?
Why didn't you tell the chief it was my fault?
It's my fault too.
You're finally willing to talk to me?
You're being so nice to me.
Why?
Something strange is happening in Mr. Katagiri's apartment.
Water started leaking from the ceiling and now it's flooding.
Leaking? Flooding?
It doesn't do any good to tell me.
He's gone out. I'll tell him as soon as he gets back.
Okay, Goodbye.
- Who was that? - Someone from Teppei's building.
A pipe burst and there's water everywhere.
- Sounds like an emergency. - Maybe we should call him.
But he's in a meeting at the customer site.
He won't return for hours.
- Are you closed? - Just for today.
Good evening.
It's fixed!
Thank you very much.
What does that Teppei think he's doing up here?
Making me close the restaurant all day long.
I'll be going.
Thank you.
It was nice to meet you.
Thanks for your help.
Hi.
Good evening.
Everything's soaked.
I've heard enough of this.
We're terribly sorry.
Director Yoshida, if I may--
Katagiri.
It's no use. The report wasn't ready in time for the meeting.
But...
I admire your dedication,
- but be careful not to overdo it. - I'm not overdoing it.
Sometimes we just have to admit we've failed.
A salaryman shouldn't feel so attached to his work, otherwise failure can be devastating.
Well...
If that's the case, why try at all?
If something has an effect on my future,
I'll do anything to make it a success.
But what if things don't work out smoothly?
Well, if I worried too much about failure,
I'd always be shrinking back to avoid getting hurt.
That would totally ruin my image.
Ruin your image?
Teppei-chan, what's up?
Your posse's already here.
Where have you been lately? You haven't called.
What about you?
Don't you have a date with Riko tonight?
With Riko?
Where?
Who, me?
What are you talking about?
Excuse us for a second.
You had a fever and passed out.
I think so.
What do you mean?
I was really burning up, kind of in a daze.
When I woke up I was on the floor of my apartment.
Riko must have brought me home, but I can't remember.
You probably didn't make love while you were out cold.
I guess not.
You're right.
Then why would she lie to me?
She likes you.
That's why. Understand?
Hey, let's get back to the party.
Let's go.
I'll see you later.
What happened?
Welcome back!
A water pipe burst and made a mess of everything.
They called Soichiro's house and I got the message.
A water pipe? Where?
It's already repaired. We called the plumber so it's okay now, don't worry.
Really?
Thanks, sorry to trouble you.
Everything's wet.
I'm only here because the guys in the office asked me to come by.
Would you please tell him that?
I don't feel like talking to him right now.
But...
You helped clean up the place.
I was cursing you all the while.
No way, not this!
I'm afraid it's ruined.
Is it an important book?
The other books don't matter, but this one...
It may sound like I'm exaggerating but this book changed my life.
When I was playing basketball in school, I never gave a thought to my future.
Back then the most glamorous career was being a copywriter.
For some reason, when I read this book I got really serious about it.
I decided being a copywriter was the work I was born to do.
And not just because it was popular.
It's only a book. Why not buy another copy?
That's right! I'll help you look--
That won't be necessary. It's no longer in print.
Maybe it's a sign.
I've been transferred to the Business Department.
I guess I won't be needing this anymore.
Well, I'll be going. Look like you two can handle the rest.
I'll treat you to dinner.
- I told you-- - Come on!
You deserve it.
But...
My stomach's growling.
I'm sorry about today.
Since you're our only customers, you have to eat all the food we cooked.
Thanks.
It's really spicy, is that okay?
It's hot, right?
Excuse me, can we have some water please?
He treats me so differently.
- Spicy? - A little.
Teppei.
A flood? What happened?
Nothing. It's okay now.
I'm sorry, I was a bit frantic when I wrote the note.
I got a shock when I read the message.
I thought a geyser had erupted.
Have a seat.
Why don't you eat with us?
Well, all right.
I'm Uesugi, pleased to meet you.
This soup is incredibly tasty.
- Really? - Yeah.
Then I'll have the same.
Are you all right? You're sweating like crazy.
Excuse me, more water please.
Oh! I forgot to tell you.
Mr. Kashiwagi wants you to call him at the Police Department.
I'm sorry, it completely slipped my mind.
I see.
Are you really okay?
Is that the only thing you're eating?
- It's my favorite. - Try the others or the chef will be offended.
- Pickled scallion please! - Why would they have that here?
I don't know about you, but I'm in Japan.
This is an Indian restaurant.
Do you remember the Shinoyama Fu-zu picnic? I brought back some of the pickled scallion.
I enjoyed it too, but how could you take it home?
That's like stealing from the company.
This is Katagiri. What did you need?
(The boss thought I ate it all.)
Shiraishi Nami?
- I wanted to liven things up! - It was already lively enough.
I understand.
(What kind of onigiri was that?)
- Spicy... - Cod roe.
Spicy cod roe, huh?
From scratch, even.
What was it?
- They need me at work. - Finish eating first.
No, it's urgent.
Sorry.
Your treat.
He really knows how to put a damper on things.
If it was me I'd think twice about marrying him.
You would, huh?
How lame.
What?
Isn't it annoying when an ex-boyfriend who cheated on you
comes crawling back? I'd hate it!
Ah...
Don't say that, you're embarrassing her.
You're the one who's blushing.
Oh?
My feelings for Mizuhara are strictly--
Please, if you go on I won't be able to keep a straight face.
It's too bad you can't deal with your own feelings.
What would you know about my feelings?
My feelings? What about them?
You're nice to me at work, but that's only because you want to feel superior!
Stop talking like you understand everything.
Go home.
I'm going!
Miss Uesugi!
You sure walk fast!
I'm walking fast on purpose.
I'm also going this way.
It's kind of you to come after me.
I acted like a child.
I think you're kind too.
What?
When you were arguing with Teppei, I heard the affection in your voice.
And also... the resolve.
Just like Te-chan.
Like you he refuses to be defeated.
So obstinate.
Not everyone responds to challenges the same way.
There are those who run when they face difficulties,
and others willing to fight against impossible odds.
Do you think I'm a coward?
That's not what I meant.
I'm saying Te-chan will face anything head on.
I know this.
When he used to play basketball,
he would sometimes feel troubled or face obstacles,
but nothing could keep him off the court.
Sanae-san...
You said you would look for that book.
Please don't look for it.
Why not?
Because I'm going to find it.
My feelings? What about them?
What would you know about my feelings?
Is that so? You caught a cold again?
Take care of yourself. Bye.
Uesugi is taking the day off to recover from a cold.
Yoda! Yoda! Yoda!
Tea! Tea! Tea!
Why am I always the one?
Excuse me, I'm going to Shinoyama Fu-zu to try again.
But yesterday...
That's why I want to go back.
To make amends I'd like to give them a discount on newspaper advertising for next month.
Let's do it. Five percent and no more.
Got it.
I'm off.
Good luck!
Yes, hello?
You're sick again?
Are you all right?
I'm faking.
I ditched work today.
What are you up to?
I've got something more important to do.
Well, it's your life so do what you want.
Bye.
Wait! I have something to give you.
What is it?
Tonight, 8 o'clock. Come and see.
I'll fax you the location.
They might ask me to work late.
Refuse.
What did you say?
Refuse!
I thought we're supposed to be fighting.
Really?
Listen...
You have to come!
If you don't, you'll regret it for the rest of your life.
What happened?
Are you being beaten?
Is it your husband?
You don't have to worry.
You can tell me anything.
What is it?
It's a lie. All of it.
If I hadn't called the police, we wouldn't be alone together now.
Your professional services are not required.
Hold me.
I'm... engaged.
You don't understand.
I asked you to hold me.
Not marry me.
If I held you...
it would only be to apologize for the past.
Even if that's all you feel, it's enough.
The years without you have been miserable.
Your embrace would make everything okay again.
Te-chan!
You're here.
My brother left this at the restaurant last night.
Thank you.
See you.
Hey, won't you stay for dinner?
Sorry, just a sec.
Um, actually...
Hello, Katagiri residence.
No, but I'd be happy to take a message.
Really?
I see... I'll tell him.
Goodbye.
I can't stay long.
What happened?
That was the police calling to let him know the time of a meeting tomorrow.
And...?
They said Soichiro wasn't at work today.
Are meeting Miss Uesugi tonight by any chance?
Yeah.
Then go! Soichiro will be back soon--
It's okay, it doesn't matter if I'm late.
But she'll be angry--
We'll end up fighting no matter what.
When she isn't screaming at me everything seems so quiet.
It almost feels lonely.
Really?
Quarreling is her way of showing affection.
It's me.
Sorry, the date's off.
You beat me to it.
You're kidding!
It's true.
You promised to come!
You made that promise for me.
Where are you, Teppei?
Come this instant! Teleport if you have to!
Stop babbling.
What's keeping you?
Work?
Sanae-chan?
Yeah.
But... I mean...
It's not what you think.
Hello?
In any case we can always meet at the office.
No we can't!
It has to be here and now!
Okay, I get it.
I'm on my way. Wait for me.
You don't have to come anymore.
I said I'm coming!
It's already too late.
"Personal Messages"
Sorry, I have to go.
Welcome back.
You're here.
Nevermind that. You didn't go to work today.
What happened?
That's what I'm asking you.
It has nothing to do with you.
You can't leave it at that.
Do you remember the foreigner named Goh?
The one I translated for?
His wife was staying here illegally. She was about to be deported.
They have young children, so I took the day off to defend her.
So that's all it was.
You should have said so earlier. We were worried about you.
Well, gotta run.
"Send a message to the one you love. Details at the Information Center."
No we can't! It has to be here and now!
Excuse me.
I just have a question.
Are you in charge of the big screen over there?
Was there a message at 8 o'clock this evening?
Yes, there was.
There was?
It had to be 8 o'clock exactly. What a hassle!
What was the message?
One moment please.
This is the one.
Hello! This is Uesugi.
I'm not home right now so leave a message.
It's me.
I'm really sorry.
Let's meet again at 10 o'clock at the same place.
This time I'll wait for you.
I'll wait for you.
Hello?
I got your message. What do you want?
Didn't I tell you?
It's too late for that.
Some opportunities come once in a lifetime.
I'm sorry. I had no idea it was so important.
Didn't I say you had to come?
You're always fooling around. How was I supposed to know you were serious?
Goodbye.
Wait!
I want to apologize for not showing up.
If you're really sorry...
you'll do a handstand.
Here?
Will you or won't you?
All right, I'll do a handstand.
Are you doing it?
Yeah, I'm doing it.
You're lying.
How do you know if I'm lying or not?
I guess you're a fraud.
When you didn't show up, I wanted to throw it away.
But I couldn't.
I remembered the mournful expression on your face.
I found this book because I don't want you to be sad.
That's just the way I feel.
It doesn't matter how you feel about me.
So...
Here.
See you.
Wait a minute.
What?
It's time.
For what?
Time for our kiss.
What? You have no right to decide that.
I didn't know the meaning of regret until tonight.
That's the truth.
"Teppei, I love you I love you I love you"
"Teppei, I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you I love you --Your Riko-chan."
"Riko,"
"Riko, I LOVE YOU TOO!!!"
"Riko, I LOVE YOU TOO!!! -- Teppei"
What's that about?
It doesn't mean we have to kiss.
Why not? We're both adults.
Back off, lecher!
That's right, I'm a lecher.
What are you doing?
Can't I do what I want?
No! No one touches me unless he meets strict criteria.
I have to consider the man's height, his astrological sign, whether he brushes his teeth--
Hold this. Hold this!
These are my lips.
Is that all?