I am in for murder.
Why did you admit to the charges?
To prove my innocence.
You are the actual behind- the-scenes fixer and made
Domeki torment me. Am I right?
Please fight with me!
The scammers that take advantage of vulnerable people
usually has a really good mask.
Wow, that's a lot of money! Who sent this? No letters?
You were watching someone else, too, right?
Tsukasa Kususe...
Kotone Kamiwatari
Tsukasa Kususe
Sara Ichikawa
Sakurako Tsuda
Chizuko Yajima
Ume Hiratsuka
Natsu Sakamoto
Prisoners Seven
You have 20 nominations already, Mr. Naito.
You will be able to win if you decide to run.
Sir, if you can't decide, we will start your campaign on our own!
Oh my, Takamizawa!
Please let me think about it a little while longer.
Excuse me.
Sir, we are cheering for you.
Thank you!
- Hang in there. - Thank you.
- We will be on your side. - Thank you.
- Sir, go for it. - Thank you.
Hongo!
I am truly sorry.
If the black leather notebook comes to light, I will be ruined.
Hurry up and do something about the geiko girl!
I will go with plan B.
I already made an arrangement.
Hurry up and release Tsukasa Kususe immediately.
Yes, sir.
Why did Naito tell you to watch Zuka?
I'm not sure.
He just told me to report whatever she was doing.
This order came from Naito, too.
I wonder if she has anything to do with your case.
Ume, please act normally.
I have an idea.
Umeboshi!
Tsukasa!
Miss!
I missed you.
Kususe's waiting period before her parole will be shortened?
Kususe was Ms. Kaede Takamizawa's secretary.
She was excellent at what she did.
The girl with a ponytail?
She is gem who could aim to become a personal secretary to the Minister.
The ponytail is?
I can't live without you, Tsukasa.
You are my partner who makes me shine brighter.
Thank you for the compliment. It's flattering.
Mr. Naito is about to run in the Prime Minister's race.
Really?
If he becomes the next Prime Minister.
I am supposed to assume the post of Minister of Justice.
Really? Congratulations!
Please get out of here quickly and support me
as my double again.
Sure, I'd love to!
In fact Mr. Naito is working on your early release already.
Please be patient a little while longer.
Thank you.
Do you understand?
Our dream is on the line. We have to hang tight.
So...
What happened then is a secret between us.
Of course.
The farm work is the worst activity for my back.
I know. My back has been hurting lately.
I will give you a back massage later.
What?
It's so hot.
Hey, don't try to seduce Jin. He is mine!
I'm not doing anything.
You were trying to get with him!
You are such a slut!
Oh, no!
Zuka?
Cinderella was a princess who was covered with ash.
I am a princess who was covered with soil, aren't I?
Our work is done! Let me take care of the rest.
- What? - Something is wrong.
Is it some kind of catastrophe?
I have a bad feeling about this.
She must be...
Her parole hearing may have already started.
Her parole?
It means she is getting out soon.
This is what you do. What do you think?
I'm good, right?
Everyone, I'd like to talk about our inmates' parole.
When our inmates complete one third of their time,
the evaluation of their status for parole begins.
We focus on two conditions.
Are they remorseful enough not to reoffend?
Do they have guardians who are willing to support them?
Once these conditions are meet, the parole hearing can begin.
Our questionnaire evaluates how remorseful
they are and what their plans for the future are.
We conduct interviews based on this questionnaire.
And, we will decide the timing of their parole.
Parole?
Diet Members' Building
Thank you.
Mr. Naito will be back at 17:00.
Can you really figure out who sent you the money?
Secretaries don't have thick skin like politicians do.
He may give himself away. Anyway, let's start with
the people who are involved in the next Prime Minister election.
Everyone, aren't you tired?
Get some rest.
Wow, you put out our futon so perfectly.
It's so uncomfortable.
It's too early to go to sleep anyways.
It's heavenly!
Mr. Naito, the current Minister of Justice,
are you running to become the next Prime Minister?
I really can't say anything.
The public have expectations for you. What do you think?
Zuka used to work for the politician, Kaede Takamizawa.
She came to see Zuka today.
Really?
She is a daughter of Eiichi Takamizawa, the former Prime Minister.
So, she is a politician's kid. She is from a good family.
Many candidates have announced their candidacy.
Mr. Naito didn't make his announcement yet.
Mr. Naito is considered a key candidate for the next election.
His movement is attracting some serious attention.
Yujiro Naito is so hot!
He should run for the election! What a waste!
You don't care a long a they are men.
More importantly, don't pick the good-looking ones.
Japan is aiming to create the world where women can shine.
This former punk know a little bit of politics.
My life is on the line. Politicians have to do a decent job.
Well, I'm not holding my breath, but...
I bet he will run in the Prime Minister race after all.
If Mr. Naito wins,
Kaede Takamizawa may join the Cabinet.
All ministers say wrong things.
When men are promoted, their persona changes.
Congresswomen become flashy and unreasonable.
They are probably dirty and evil-minded.
They are like cartoon characters!
I don't mean to brag, but I've never voted in my life.
I really didn't have time.
I want to become the Prime Minister's girlfriend.
The political world is such a dirty world.
Why didn't I think of that until now?
Guys... Zuka!
Do all secretaries sleep with politicians?
Ms. Takamizawa breathed fresh air into the corrupted political world.
She is trying to change Japan.
I'm sure Mr. Naito will help us accomplish our noble goals.
Everyone, please support him.
In short, this includes all clients, and business know-hows,
Transfer of business
and all the intangible thing.
I see. Thank you.
You are very welcome.
You are acting really weird.
Did your parole hearing start?
Are you okay?
You are easy to read. It was pretty obvious.
Really?
I will be out soon, too.
I have gone through the evaluations so many times.
That's right.
It should be easy for you.
You are a model prisoner. Just stay normal.
But some people may try to drag you down because
they are jealous. Be very careful.
Hey, can I see you when we get out?
Sure.
Good.
I couldn't have done this alone. Thanks for helping me.
I learned a lot, too.
If you weren't here, I probably had to come right back here.
I am really grateful to have you here.
That was pretty cruel, wasn't it?
Ms. Takamizawa damped you and looked so excited about
the Prime Minister election on TV.
What are you trying to say?
Politicians' secretaries always have to take the rap for their bosses, right?
Ms. Takamizawa is not like that at all.
I did everything on my own.
Zuka's birthday party?
Sure, we are not sure when she will be out on parole.
She might not be here for the monthly birthday party.
Let's celebrate her birthday.
She was acting strange lately. That's what was going on.
She was nice because her parole hearing started.
- That makes me mad. - I feel the same way.
Well, she is pretty nice sometimes.
I'm getting out in about six months, you know?
I thought I had to get some skills here.
So, I asked her for help.
What is that?
I want to become a certified legal specialist.
You are so calculating.
Don't be silly. What if Zuka's boss becomes the Minister?
Ume, Ero, and Nurse, you may be able to get out early.
Even Motoyan can get some help from the politician
to get her daughter back and open her own hair salon.
We shared the nasty meal with Zuka.
It's starting to sound good. Let's do it.
Okay! Let's have Zuka's birthday party!
I will ask Jin to get us a cake.
They don't know politician don't do anything for free.
Good night!
And?
I was given ten billion yen from the peace conference.
This is only a part of it.
Are you okay?
There are many tattletales.
I have no problem whatsoever, sir.
There are some tattletales who say those other politicians are in trouble.
Alright then.
The next Prime Minister is you, Yujiro Naito.
Thank you!
You are suddenly announcing your candidacy today.
Did you hear that, Ipponmatsu?
If Mr. Naito becomes the Prime Minister, what will happen to us?
If... If he becomes the Prime Minister...
Sir, Mr. Ipponmatsu is still in training in Abashiri.
Ipponmatsu...
The gender equality has been advocated for a while.
I still feel that women are being discriminated against.
That is not acceptable!
I'd like to change the situation as a man and as a politician.
What do you have in mind?
Happy birthday!
This is...
I had it made with some diamonds.
It's a pair with mine.
Tsukasa, you make me shine.
I will make you the Minister some day.
I've been working with female inmates to prevent them from reoffending.
Of course, I am willing to continue that.
I'd like to make some changes in the current system for
working women and create a more female-friendly society.
Happy birthday!
Let's have Ume's homemade sake.
I asked Jin to get us a cake.
Are you overwhelmed?
Are you crying?
Are you smiling?
Cheers.
Why did you do this?
This is obviously against the rule!
What if I get punished?
I just want to get out of here as soon as I can.
I have to.
Are you trying to drag me down?
We didn't mean to.
Ume and Ero worked hard with some guards for this.
You must be trying to get something in return, right?
See?
That's why I hate stupid people!
Aren't we friends?
What?
Give me a break! I'm not your friend.
This is my dark secret that I just want to erase.
I live in a different world.
Do you understand that?
Give me a break already.
Kaede Takamizawa Tsukasa Kususe
Look! "Kususe received something illegally"?
"She often steals"? This inmate was attacked by her?
There are so many tattletales here.
They bully the inmates before their parole.
Women's jealousy is scary.
Do we have to investigate these?
The inmate number 712 will be out for parole quickly.
Don't worry about these.
Zuka, clean it up.
You look so scary!
Is the politician's secretary too good for this job?
She must have slept with the rich bimbo.
I love you, Miss.
- Tsukasa! - Miss!
That's so gross!
That's sexual harassment!
She was mixing business with personal affairs.
Cut it out already.
I don't care what you say about me at all.
But don't disrespect Ms. Takamizawa!
That's what she says!
Who do you think I am?
What?
Who are you? You are an inmate.
You are number 712.
I don't belong here.
I am dedicating myself to the politics with Ms. Takamizawa
who exerts herself for this nation and its people!
Don't group me with the idiots like yourself.
Don't group me with you!
Give me a break!
You suck!
That's too much.
Don't touch me!
You are just an inmate.
You are disgusting.
I am disgusting?
You are a repeat eat-and-run offender.
Just because you studied a little, don't act like my friend.
The garbage like you isn't needed in the noble political world!
What did you just say?
You said you'd see me when we both got out.
Did you lie?
What?
I see.
You think you are different.
Look at yourself.
This is a prison. You are an inmate.
The fact you served time will not go away after you get out.
I understand that reality the most.
Who do you think you are?
Apologize to her.
Say, "I am very sorry."
Your condescending attitude is super annoying!
We are all super outraged! Right, guys?
See? Hurry up and kneel down.
Kneel down!
I cannot kneel down!
All of you,
please forgive Zuka.
Thanks for your help earlier.
But I don't owe you anything.
You are an elite member of the society with a lot of pride.
But your mentality is really weak.
Kneeling down should be a piece of cake.
More importantly, it's too common, so it's not fun at all.
You violated the political funds control law.
You took the rap for Ms. Takamizawa, right?
For your noble purpose, right?
Lesbian Secretary Tsukasa Kususe
Elite secretary's noble goal
For a female diet member
If we can attain these 20 goals, women are able to take great strides ahead.
Sure.
Actually, I am a virgin.
To create the ideal world, I had no time for romance.
All I have is my dreams and Tsukasa.
Tsukasa, listen!
I found someone who could make our dream come true!
It's Mr. Naito. He will be able to help us.
He is the true politician!
Really? That's great news!
Motonishi Constructions political contribution has been
investigated by the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office.
What should I do, Tsukasa?
I never thought this would happen to me.
I did everything alone.
You didn't know anything. Right?
Ms. Takamizawa and I are like the sun and the moon.
She is too naive and innocent. So, I have to support her.
That's how I let her shine I will continue doing the same.
To create the society where the women can make great strides...
Is that right? If Mr. Naito becomes the Prime Minister,
will he help you attain your goal?
That's right. Ms. Takamizawa respects him.
I can trust him 100 percent.
You are so into Ms. Takamizawa.
Ms. Takamizawa is actually so into Mr. Naito.
That's what it is, right?
But have you thought that you might be dedicating
yourself to the wrong person?
What?
When you are obsessed with someone, your freedom
is taken away. Snufkin said that.
Zuka, are you really okay?
I really need you to listen to my story.
In fact, I used the girls in our room and tormented this geiko girl.
I controlled the situation.
What are you talking about?
The top official told me to to get some information
on Geiko pretending it was just bullying on a newbie.
The top official? Was it Domeki?
A person above her.
That was the Minister of Justice, Mr. Naito.
Stop joking.
We are not joking. The top official took Ume's family
hostage and controlled her.
Mr. Naito, the Minister of Justice, was the true culprit
who had my fellow geiko girl killed.
That's so stupid.
Building the nation for women?
It seems his down-to-earth demeanor is pretty popular.
Naito killed my friend to cover up his own crime. He is a devil.
Some older politicians think women are child-bearing tools.
Naito is just like them. He is evil-minded.
Ms. Takamizawa is so into Mr. Naito.
I bet she is one of those even-minded monsters.
Cut it out!
Her ambition was amazing earlier in her career.
I read your precious notebook.
To achieve the gender-equal society
Kaede Takamizawa Tsukasa Kususe
That's Ms. Takamizawa's report when she was filled
with hopes and dreams.
If all the 20 goals are attained, women will make strides
in this society for sure.
For the noble goal, we must use any means necessary?
We must make some sacrifices?
That's truly cowardly and absurd.
We despise such ideas forever.
But don't you think people change?
In the rough waves called reality, you sometimes
swallow muddy water and turn into a different person.
That's very true.
Well, women change depending on men, too.
I saw them on TV.
Naito and Ms Takamizawa are intimate for sure.
Ms. Takamizawa adjusted Naito's tie, right?
She seemed as though she did that all the time.
It's just a geiko girl's instinct.
Don't worry about it too much.
When people are into love and sensuality, they often lose
their senses of good or bad. Their noble goals disappear.
I hope politicians are not like that.
It happens all the time.
Don't disrespect Ms. Takamizawa!
If you are so sure about her, I think Ms. Takamizawa is
being deceived by Naito.
You must save her.
You have to wake her up.
That's none of your business!
You were mellower compared to how you treated me.
Sorry about that.
None of us can fix people who are brainwashed.
The people who deceive innocent people are truly disgusting.
You are right.
Kususe, you have a visitor.
Mr. Naito will probably become our next Prime Minister.
If that happen, I will be the Minister of Justice.
You will be the secretary to the Minister of Justice.
Don't you think we finally approached our dream?
People do change, right?
I think Ms. Takamizawa is being deceived by Naito.
You have to wake her up.
I noticed something after I came here.
What is it?
To attain our noble goals, we might have to make
some sacrifices and use any means necessary.
To attain our noble goal, we must use any means necessary?
We must make some sacrifices?
That's truly cowardly and absurd.
We will despise such ideas forever.
I knew it.
You and I are united spiritually.
I was feeling the same way.
To attain our big goal making a small sacrifice is inevitable.
You mean...?
Mr. Naito said that, too.
I can't wait for you to get out.
Let's celebrate on your first day out, okay?
Sure.
Don't blame the criminals.
Blame the people who made them commit crimes.
I'm very sorry.
I was the one being stupid.
Excuse me.
So, is that going smoothly?
Sure, my secretary will take care of it.
She does everything for me.
She will be released from prison.
I will take care of it.
What's gotten into her?
She is not going to be the Minister of Justice.
When the notebook is found, I will have Domeki kill the geiko.
Certainly, sir.
It wasn't your fault.
The politician lined up the nice words that were apparently fake,
pinned the blame on you, and threw you into prison.
When you get out, pretend you are loyal to her.
And, please fight with us for the truly noble goal.
Please listen.
I was falsely accused and was thrown into this prison
by the Minister of Justice, Naito.
Ichijo's owner is here to see you.
Bring her in.
Sorry for visiting you so suddenly.
Please have a seat.
I hope you will like these.
Thank you!
I hear you are running in the Prime Minister race.
You must be very busy. I'm sorry to bother you.
- I'm just a bubble. - Bubble?
There are the favorite, its rival, and a bubble.
I'm just a bubble to keep the race interesting.
No way!
Oh, my. Pardon me. I forgot something important.
Thank you for sending me such an amazing gift.
What are you talking about?
I'm very sorry. I guess I misunderstood.
I thought you sent us sympathy money for Ukino's case.
Even if you did, we really cannot accept that.
We don't even know the sender of the gift.
We don't know what to do.
That must be very hard.
If you have any idea, will you please let me know?
Sure, but I don't think I will be able to help you. Right, Hongo?
No.
Are you okay?
Our enemy is enormous.
Everything was set up for him to get the black notebook?
Yes.
I have no idea what's going on. It's too complicated!
I can't, either.
By the way, I was giving you an order through Domeki.
Huh?
"Huh?" was acting, too. I'm very, very sorry!
What?
Are you prepared?
Yes, the negotiations are done.
It all started when you got trapped by that woman.
A meeting at 8:00 and a seminar at 11:30...
Yukino!
I have to talk to you about something.
In short, Zuka was being used, too.
Aren't you a college graduate? You are pretty stupid after all.
You are!
Stupid!
What was I looking at?
I trampled the feelings of the people close to me.
I am so...
...stupid.
Well, we are all stupid.
Geiko is going against the Minister of Justice.
For your bright future...
The Minister of Justice has extensive authority.
He could destroy anyone if he really wants to. Right?
Sure. He can conduct the national policy investigation.
I have no idea what that is. What should we do?
It seems there is no chance of winning.
Right.
The inmates have no power.
We are in jail, too.
Are we just going to cry ourselves to sleep?
I have an idea.
We are getting out of here.