(A Child's Life Ruined By Irresponsible Mom)
Why?
(The Reality of Non-registered Children)
Why did you write that?
That's not what I said.
She is totally different.
Once a reporter writes an article, that's the end of it.
However, life goes on for those he has written about.
You bring trouble to the locals when something happens.
We haven't done anything wrong.
Shall we move?
I like Patisserie Charlotte,
but I'll bring trouble to everyone if I stay.
Help me, Mr. Kiyama.
Help me.
Have you calmed down a little?
This was the only one I could find.
Thank you.
It is late. I will take you home.
It is fine.
I can go home alone.
But...
It is fine.
Sorry for all the trouble.
(Ayukawa)
This is Ayukawa.
This is Tanizaki Rei.
I just heard your voice message.
I am sorry for taking so long to return your call.
I am in Otaru right now.
Is that so?
About the DNA test...
I am not...
your daughter.
I want to prove that.
I got it.
I will go to Tokyo tomorrow.
Okay.
It is for your sake...
and mine.
Let's make things clear.
Good morning.
Mr. Kiyama.
What happened?
Ayukawa called me.
What?
I am going to meet him this evening.
Did you tell your Mom about it?
I will go with you.
But...
He is a man who did things to your mom.
It is best for you not to go alone.
I'm home.
Welcome home.
Hey.
What is it?
It will be Naoto's birthday soon.
Do you want to come with me this afternoon to buy him a gift?
I'm sorry, but I have things to do.
I thought you didn't have to go to work today.
Sorry. I will definitely buy it before his birthday.
Is it about Tanizaki?
Yes.
Aren't her procedures for the registry done?
There are still some unsolved problems.
Is that your job?
Even if it's not my job, but it is my responsibility.
He should be here soon.
Let me give him a call.
(Tanizaki Rei)
Hello.
What's wrong?
The call got through, but I don't hear a voice.
You will be connected to voicemail.
I wonder what happened.
Let's wait a little longer.
Maybe his flight was delayed.
Mom, what's the matter?
It's Mr. Kiyama.
Should we call him?
Yes.
Mr. Kiyama!
What's the matter?
Mr. Kiyama, when are you going to buy me a gift?
You wanted a soccer ball, right?
I will go and buy it next time. Look forward to it.
Okay.
Mr. Kiyama, this child is...
Hello.
You must be Tanizaki Rei.
Yes.
Thank you for taking care of a member of my family.
Mr. Kiyama.
Let me introduce you. She is...
Let's go home.
We are having hamburgers tonight.
Awesome.
Mr. Kiyama, hurry back home.
Mr. Kiyama.
Don't worry about me.
You should go home.
But...
I am sure he will call me if anything happens.
I will keep you posted.
Okay.
Today,
I am sorry for keeping you here.
Our store is finally reopening today.
Our business may still be affected by the article on Tanizaki.
If anything happens, report to me quickly.
- Okay. - Okay.
All right, let's get back to work.
Manager, where is Rei?
Tanizaki...
has resigned.
What?
Is she blaming herself for the article?
She only said...
it was for personal reasons on her resignation letter.
She is moving to Hokkaido with her family.
Manager.
We have received a birthday cake order.
I'll be there in a second.
What's wrong?
The customer wants Rei to make it.
What?
Rei?
They said their child is a fan of her apple pies.
I don't think they were making fun of her.
Mao.
Okay.
(Patisserie Charlotte)
Hello.
Manager?
Me?
They said it must be you to make an original cake for them.
Before you move,
please just make this one cake for me.
Consider it your final job.
Do you want to try it?
Yes.
Thank you.
Could you get me the framboise?
Okay.
Here you go.
You don't have to help.
You just have to concentrate on making the cake.
Okay, thank you.
Children will remember their birthday cakes forever.
As a member of Patisserie Charlotte,
I won't forgive anything less than perfect.
Okay.
Looks like we have almost packed everything.
Yes.
Where are the children?
Rei received a call from her workplace.
Mao also said she needed to go out and left a while ago.
I see.
Please.
For the children's sake,
it is for the best.
Somehow,
I feel like Natsume is stealing those children from me.
What?
I was joking.
Mother.
When will Natsume be discharged?
I think it would take a little longer.
And...
there is also Rei's DNA test.
It seems she hasn't been able to contact Ayukawa yet.
Is that so?
I needed to buy a gift today. I am so glad your store is reopened.
Thank you.
By the way,
what happened to the girl in that article?
Her name was Tanizaki, wasn't it?
Tanizaki is taking some time off.
Is that so?
Would you like anything else?
I was surprised to see you come out of the store.
Are you going to continue working?
There was a customer who wanted me to make a birthday cake for them.
It would be difficult for the store if I had turned it town.
This is my final job.
I see.
Did you hear from Ayukawa after that?
Is there no other way you can reach him other than by cell phone?
Yes.
I will help you look into it.
Please don't worry about it.
Your son...
called you Mr. Kiyama, didn't he?
I didn't think...
you had a family.
I have been relying on you so much.
I must have been a bother.
So please forget about that too.
That?
When I asked you to help me.
I'll do something about it myself.
I'll be going then.
I still have to pack for the move...
and I still haven't figured out the design of the cake yet.
Excuse me.
(DNA test)
But that Ayukawa is too irresponsible.
Yes. What was he thinking?
Ayukawa?
The one related to Tanizaki?
Yes.
She couldn't contact him.
Is that so?
By the way, Tadokoro,
can't you check his moving in records?
What are you saying?
We can't look into personal information for personal reasons.
I see.
Don't forget that.
Kiyama.
Yes.
I know you are worried about Tanizaki.
But as an officer, you shouldn't get too involved.
I am sure you know this already, but be clear on what you need to do.
Okay.
Kiyama.
Hey.
Is she going to be okay?
Who knows?
It's not for me to decide if she will be okay or not.
It is up to her.
Kiyama.
What is a reporter's justice?
The world begins to discriminate...
from the moment they are told of a discrimination.
My intention was to expose...
the issue of children without a family registry,
but instead I made her a victim of prejudice.
I don't understand.
Me too.
That's why I quit being a reporter.
Even if I was able to raise people's awareness by reporting,
I wasn't able to help them.
There is something I want to ask you.
What is it?
In your article, you talked about Mrs. Tanizaki's ex-husband.
Are you talking about the man who fled the crime scene?
Yes.
Do you know anything about him?
Are you looking for him?
Yes.
I don't want to see anyone around me get hurt again.
That's why I want to do everything I can.
I heard from the police...
that Rei's grandpa has been in contact with Ayukawa...
from before.
Come in.
You are...
I am from the City Office.
I have been helping Tanizaki Rei with the family registry.
I am Kiyama.
Is that so?
Come in.
Excuse me.
It's fine.
I am sorry.
No.
I'm sorry for coming without notice.
What can I help you with?
Actually,
I am looking for Ayukawa.
What?
The other day, Ayukawa contacted Rei.
He agreed to do the DNA test.
Has Ayukawa appeared before Rei and the others again?
No.
It seems like he has been in Otaru.
He told Rei that he would come to Tokyo...
for the DNA test.
After that, she lost contact with him.
He didn't show up at the meeting place.
Ayukawa...
worked as a glassware craftsman in Otaru.
According to my investigation,
he lost his parents when he was little.
He doesn't have any other reliable relatives.
He is all alone.
Where did he stay when he came to Tokyo?
He told me he was moving from one capsule hotel to another.
I see.
Are all the officers...
so thorough with their jobs nowadays?
No.
As a person,
I hope to help Rei in every way I can.
In that case,
could you leave her alone?
What?
To Rei,
it is very important to know who her real dad is.
However, what if finding out the truth...
cause her family to fall apart?
I think I'm not the only one who is anxious about that.
(Missed call, Tanizaki Rei)
I am done with tableware.
I am also almost done here.
This place feels so empty.
Yes.
I'm home.
Welcome home.
Where were you?
I went to my club activities.
What?
No matter what, I have to win in the coming tournament.
Are you going to participate?
Yes.
It will be my last tournament here.
I have been practicing tennis since elementary school.
I am not good at studying.
Tennis is my only strong point.
I'll win and show those who have been badmouthing me...
what I'm capable of.
Mao.
I can't lose to Mao.
About what?
I have decided to make the final cake for the patisserie.
What kind of cake?
A birthday cake.
This child...
who is a big fan of my apple pie designated me to make it.
Is that so?
Mom, do you remember?
On my fourth birthday,
I kept blowing out the birthday candles.
Dad was so troubled.
I remember.
You kept blowing the candles out,
so Dad had to relight them again and again.
He had a hard time.
I still remember what that cake looks like.
- Really? - Yes.
It was a cream cake decorated with a lot of strawberries.
There was a chocolate house in the middle.
- Was it really? - Yes.
A birthday cake is a special cake.
Since they chose me to do it, I must do my best.
Come in.
Grandpa.
Rei.
This is a cake sample. I don't know if it'll be delicious.
I brought it here so you can help me taste it.
Everything you make tastes great.
In that case, you can't help me taste this then.
I wanted to know what you think.
I see.
I'll put this in the refrigerator.
Okay.
Grandpa, when are you getting discharged?
The doctor said I can leave by the end of this month.
Then we'll be able to go to Hokkaido together.
Yes.
Rei.
Yes?
Someone from the City Office came by yesterday.
Was it Mr. Kiyama?
Yes.
It seems like he was looking for Ayukawa for you.
He seemed like a nice person to me.
Wait.
I have nothing to say to you.
I want to apologize to you.
My senior asked me to drop the article before.
I should have listened to him.
Are you talking about Mr. Kiyama?
Yes.
I thought if I wrote about you,
maybe he would want to write again too.
Why did Mr. Kiyama quit being a reporter?
One of his article...
made someone commit suicide.
After that, he quit his job...
and started taking care of the victim's family.
The victim's family?
Mr. Kiyama!
When are you going to buy me a gift?
But I want you to believe just this one thing.
Just like Mr. Kiyama,
I never intended to hurt you.
Rather, I was trying to help you.
All right. I will take it.
Okay.
Is that a soccer ball?
- Yes. - I see.
Is it a gift for your son?
Yes.
It's nice to play soccer with your son.
If a married couple isn't harmonious,
they wouldn't have children.
You are right.
Shut up.
Please accept this.
Do you think that would make me forgive you?
You can't buy forgiveness from me.
Please leave.
Please leave!
I am sorry.
I will visit again.
Mom, my stomach hurts.
It hurts.
- Naoto? - It hurts so bad.
Is it your stomach?
Hold on, I will get an ambulance.
It hurts.
I can get him there faster.
Don't touch him.
- It hurts. - Now isn't the time to say that.
- Let's go. - It hurts.
- You will be fine. - It hurts.
Naoto.
His stomach hurts really badly.
But we don't have a pediatric doctor at the moment.
Don't you have other doctors?
He is in great pain. Are you going to ignore him?
I am very sorry.
It is an intestinal obstruction.
If you hadn't brought him in straightaway,
he would have been in danger.
Mr. Kiyama.
What's the matter?
Thank you for lending me this.
You are welcome.
Also,
thank you.
What?
You were...
looking for Ayukawa for me, weren't you?
I heard about it from Grandpa.
That is the only thing I can do.
How are things at the store?
Do you remember the birthday cake I told you about?
When I was making it, I forgot all my troubles.
It made me feel happy.
I realized...
I really love making cakes.
That's why I will give it my all.
I hope the person who eats it will be happy too.
I see.
A birthday cake is a special cake.
Since they chose me to do it, I must do my best.
It will be my last tournament here.
I have been practicing tennis since elementary school.
(That magazine article was my fault.)
All right.
You didn't have to resign.
What?
To think that this is your last cake here,
it is a waste.
If it was because of that article,
don't worry about it.
If it was for the sake of the store,
actually,
it does not bother us at all.
Jun.
Honestly,
we were shocked.
You resigned without discussing with us.
How is it going with the sample?
Is it done?
Yes. Here you go.
Since it is for a child,
it would be better to reduce the bitterness of the cocoa.
Okay.
But...
it is delicious.
You have worked hard.
Thank you.
Does everyone want to try?
Yes.
Thank you.
It is delicious.
- Yes. - It really is.
Yes.
It's really good, Rei.
Manager.
What is it?
Thank you for letting me make this birthday cake.
When I was making this, I forgot all my troubles.
Then why are you quitting?
I don't know what circumstances you are going through,
but if you love doing this,
shouldn't you continue doing it no matter what happens?
You can make cakes like this. I simply think it is a waste.
Satsuki.
Because it's you,
you must have made a resolve by handing in your resignation,
but you can withdraw it right now.
Thank you.
Thank you very much.
I'm home.
Welcome home.
I finished making the sample.
- What? - Let me take a look.
It's an apple-chocolate cake.
It's cute.
- Is it good? - It's delicious.
That's great.
Rei, Mao.
I have been thinking about it.
I think...
we should give up on moving.
What?
Seeing how hard you two were working, it made me think.
This place is very important to you.
So I wondered if it was necessary for us to go to Hokkaido.
We have managed to overcome things in the past, haven't we?
As long as we are a family, we can overcome anything.
Therefore, Rei and Mao,
you don't have to give up on the things you like.
Mom.
It's done.
Yes.
Is that so?
Didn't they say they would pick it up this evening?
That's right.
The customer who ordered it asked Rei to deliver it.
Deliver?
Our store doesn't do deliveries.
They said they were too busy to come.
I will deliver it.
Are you sure?
Thanks to this cake, I can stay in this store.
This is also an important cake to me.
2-chome, Building 7, Number 15.
(Kataoka)
Found it.
What?
Good evening.
You must be Mrs. Kataoka.
I am sorry to have you bring the cake over.
What's the matter?
Nothing.
I should get going then.
Please come in.
No, thank you.
Please don't feel reserved.
It's fine.
I said come in.
- Do you want this? - Yes.
The cake is here.
- Yes! - That's great, Naoto.
Tanizaki?
Come in, make yourself at home.
Please have a seat.
Here you go.
Okay.
Okay, let's have a look at the cake.
It looks delicious.
Isn't it great, Naoto?
You should thank the young lady.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
I am grateful to you, Tanizaki.
With this, we can celebrate the best birthday ever.
It will be an unforgettable birthday for Naoto as well.
Right, Naoto?
Here you go. Please have as much as you want.
You like this, don't you?
Here, have some more.
Is it enough?
That's enough.
Here you go.
Tanizaki, you have finished work for today, haven't you?
Don't be so nervous. Relax.
You don't have a drink yet.
Wine is fine, right?
No, thank you. I am underage.
Hey.
What's wrong?
What's wrong with everyone? Why the long face?
You haven't even moved your chopsticks.
We are a family full of laughter normally.
I'm sorry you have to see this on your rare visit.
You'll get a wrong impression, won't you?
Let's be happy like as always.
Right, Naoto?
Mom.
You're acting weird.
It's time for me to go.
Why? You just arrived.
I need to go home. Thank you.
Wait.
What are you trying to do?
What?
We are not like that, are we?
This is wrong, isn't it?
Mom.
Why are you crying?
Don't cry.
Tanizaki.
I am sorry...
you had to see that.
It was sad.
That was...
way too sad.
That wasn't a family.
You,
Ms. Asami and Naoto.
No one looked happy at all.
Mr. Kiyama.
Why are you with Ms. Asami?
Are you seeking atonement?
Is staying with her...
a way to seek atonement?
I feel sorry for Ms. Asami.
You wouldn't understand.
It has nothing to do with you.
You're right.
I don't understand at all.
But...
it was you who have supported me from behind...
and helped me move forward.
For that reason, I was always able to keep going.
Why would you do that?
Thank you for everything...
you have done for me.
We won't meet again.
Bye.
Are you Ayukawa Rei or Tanizaki Rei?
I become weak when I am with you.
What is wrong with me?
Are you heading the same direction as Ms. Asami?
What's wrong?
Is he sick?
Simply put, it's cancer.
I was so stupid.
I think you are playing the victim.
Because I am jealous of you.
I think only people who are heading the same direction are family.
My mom was a lesbian.
Who is my real dad?
The result of the DNA test...
Mom.
I...