Everyone says my papa is weird.
If anyone praises Mama, he gets super happy.
He ends up doing all sorts of things for people.
But, if anyone insults Mama, he gets super mad.
It causes a lot of trouble, so it's tiring.
But, I think it's mysterious.
They got married because they wanted to be together forever.
Why is it so weird for Papa to love Mama so much?
My papa won't even look at other women.
He lives only to make Mama happy. No man in Japan loves his wife more.
Breast cancer?
Something showed up in your left breast. It's possibly malignant.
So...
What's going to happen to me?
Will I have to have my breast removed?
That will depend on the results of the next round of tests.
I haven't had any other symptoms, though...
I can't believe it.
I'm sorry, I forgot to turn my cell phone off.
[Are you going to be late again tonight?]
[People often get sick in this climate, so don't overdo it. What do you want for dinner?]
Was that from Papa?
Yes.
Um... Would you please not say anything about this to him right away?
I think you should tell hi--
I don't want to cause him unnecessary worry.
-But... -Please.
You haven't even finished your summer homework yet?
Oh, be quiet. You're just talking big because you're done already.
Hey...
What?
How do you do this?
You don't even understand something this simple?
Be quiet.
You know the basic formula to calculate area, right? Base times height?
I understand that much.
So, you have to calculate based on a base of 30cm and a height of 24cm.
The problem says to calculate the area of the white parts, so...
Wait!
So the answer is 520 sq cm. Understand?
Why are you spacing out?
I-i-it's because, y'know... For some reason you're being really nice today.
I thought maybe you'd finally made up with your parents.
My parents are probably going to get divorced.
What?
I guess they got tired of being a couple. There's no helping it. They were both strangers to each other anyway.
Are you really okay with it?
Yeah. Their relationship will just rot more and more without it.
Really?
You don't have anything to worry about it.
I thought it was hot, but now I know why!
-You guys are pretty love-dovey now. - I bet you're going out!
W-what are you talking about? We are not--
- Aw, he's blushing! - I bet you really do like her!
D-don't joke like that! Who'd want an ugly girl like her? She's so creepy!
Be quiet!
I'm sorry.
Well, you two get along!
So, you think I'm creepy?
What? T-t-that was... how should I say....
Wait! W-w-w-wait for me!
Be quiet!
I'm sorry.
Tsunami-san! What are you--- Are you okay?
I'm fine...
This is perfect! I thought you'd come home around this time, so I waited for you. Please come in!
Please, please... Tsunami-san...
Welcome!
What are you guys doing?
Mama's birthday is coming up, so we're going to have a party for her. Please come.
See, "Happy Birthday, Mama."
Just giving her presents is boring, so every year we have a themed surprise party for her.
So, I thought this year we'd do a musical. Like "Cats"...
-"Cats"? - Right, "Cats."
So... I thought I could get you to participate too...
Please don't make me.
We have a role that would be perfect for you.
- What do you mean by that? - You have a great voice!
Otousan, why don't we just have a normal one this year?
Yeah, every year we go all out and it ends up not working somehow.
Not working?
Last year we did "Guitar Samurai," but she was like, "I don't know this. Too bad!"
And then, the year before that, we all dressed up like Yon-sama and did a skit like "Fuyu no Sonata," but she got bored and fell asleep.
I thought Mama liked that one quite a bit...
You're the only one who thinks that. You can be so naive.
Oniichan, you've gotten pretty outspoken lately.
I decided to stop caring about the little stuff. Excuse me a sec.
- In front of guests... - Ew! Stop that!
Oh, who cares?
- Hey Papa, could you at least scold him about doing that?
Just let it go. Mama seems happy he's loosened up too.
Oh yeah, Tsunami-san, you haven't had dinner yet, right?
Sorry for not realizing. I can make you something now...
Oh, don't bother---
No, no! We haven't even offered you a drink. I'm so sorry.
You know, Oneechan, you seem a lot more ladylike now... or rather, you have such good manners...
Oh, please stop that.
And, why are you sighing, kiddo?
You seem kinda down. Did something happen?
Ah! Did Tomo-chan dump you?
I-i-it's not that! My drawing just isn't going well.
Are remembering something again, Papa?
Actually, today is the date of the day I proposed to Mama.
August 27 at 9:15 p.m. exactly 28 years ago.
You remember the exact time?
Of course, I remember lots of things...
Like, the day I met Mama, the day we went on our first date...
...The day of our first fight, the day she agreed to marry me... Let's see, what else?
Our engagement and wedding anniversaries...
You remember all of that?
Of course I do.
That's not normal.
But, every year on our anniversaries, I always feel like I should be so grateful that I met Mama.
That's why I want to go all out for her birthday.
Yeah, yeah, we get it Papa. The stuff in the fry pan is burning.
I'm home!
She's home! Tsunami-san, help Papa clean up!
I want to surprise her, so keep it secret!
I know, I know. What should we do with this?
-I'm home. -Welcome back.
- Tsunami-san, hi... - Hi! I mean, sorry for the intrusion...
- I'll be going now... - You're leaving?
-Yup. - Tsunami-san, I'll make--
I have a delicious convience store bento waiting for me. Why don't you hurry up and make Mama's dinner?
- Okay then... -See you!
Um... can I talk to you for a sec?
Did something happen? They're all acting a little strange...
Nothing.
You didn't say anything about that, did you?
Of course not.
Sorry for all of the trouble I'm causing you.
Not at all. I'll be off now.
[What is Breast Cancer?]
You're still working?
I'm about done... OUCH!
- What's wrong? / -Nothing...
You weren't trying to hide what was on your computer screen?
I wouldn't do that.
-What's wrong, Mama? -I'm sorry, I'm sorry.
Thanks.
- You're hiding something from me. - Hey...
-What are you talking about? It's all work-related. Work?
- So much has been going on that I'm so tired... -Yeah, I think so too...
-You have an early day tomorrow, right? -Yeah.
- Let's sleep? -Okay.
So, how did it go?
What?
Your physical.
You got your results back, right?
Yeah.
There wasn't anything wrong, was there?
Of course not. Nothing showed up.
Really?
I told you I have confidence in my stamina, didn't I?
You sure did.
I'm so relieved. But still, don't overdo it okay?
I know.
That's great. The relief made me sleepy. Let's go to bed.
Oh, I'm so relieved that nothing's wrong...
Hey, Papa...
You've never thought about cheating on me, have you?
Never. Why?
Well, I was just wondering if there was anything about me you were dissatisfied with...
Why are you asking that?
Well, you know... I just do what I want all the time, and you're always indulging me...
And that's the way you should be. I'm happy as long as you're energetic and healthy.
Hey Papa...
I....
Oh, yeah.
Shall I give you a massage?
To make up for you always having to do one for me.
Let's just go to sleep.
You don't have to be reserved with me.
Mama, there's something strange about you today.
No there isn't.
Did something happen?
No, nothing happened.
Fine, forget it. And I was in the mood to spoil you a little. Good night.
Good night.
Dare Yori mo Mama wo Aisu ep 9
Did it seem like a joke when we were talking?
I want to stay intoxicated with your straightforward image.
If I say a certain word, don't you see, you'll start shining all at once.
That's the way I imagine it!
I'll let only you ride, I'll let only you ride...
At the speed of a rocketing comet...
We'll go far away, farther and farther away.
Let's search for stars together.
I'll let only you ride, I'll let only you ride.
Like a meteor shower of dreams...
That's why we're going far away, farther and farther away.
I wonder if you realized it as I said it?
We have an entire sky within us.
Translations: sayochama
Timing provided by: tianj
Raw provided by: gryzze
I'm coming through.
- Yuki-chan, do you have a minute? - What is it, Obachan?
The son of one of my friends is looking for a girl to marry.
He's a very kind, good man. I thought he'd be perfect for you. See!
Sorry, but I don't feel like getting married right now...
Oh, don't say that. When I told him about you he said he'd like to meet you!
All you have to do is meet him, so keep your next day off free for me okay?
Hey, Obachan!
Oneechan.
- Are you hiding something? - No.
Hey, you're here pretty early. It's going to be a while until "time service" starts.
There's something funny about Mama lately. Her behavior's kind of suspicious...
Suspicious?
She seems kind of depressed, and she stares off into space a lot...
Isn't her work kind of stressful right now?
That's what I thought, but when I talked to her... She's been a lot sweeter lately....
She's probably just tired or something.
The other night she was hunched over in front of her computer, like she was trying to hide something. Why was she trying to be so sneaky?
You're overthinking it.
She must be communicating with someone by email....
You're really taking this too far.
If that's the case then Mama might....
Mama might be having an affair...
There's no way Mama would ever do that.
What should I do? You don't think Mama is thinking of separating from me, do you?
Papa, you need to calm down.
I-I'm going to Mama's to check on her.
He didn't listen to a thing I said...
[Many Days Later]
Sensei!
Hello.
What are you doing here, Papa?
Um... well... I was in the neighborhood...
- I brought a snack. - Thank you.
I think your voice just wavered.
No it didn't. Hey, since I'm here, why don't we go out for dinner?
Sorry, but I have to go somewhere right now.
What? It's okay once in a while.
I have to do a lot of stuff while I still have time.
"While I still have time?"
Don't read more into that.
Geez, I have to go now.
I'll be working late tonight, so I don't need dinner. Don't wait up for me.
Mama...
Bye. I'll be leaving now!
See you later!
- Sorry to keep you waiting. - Oh, hello.
Do you have time today?
Plenty.
Then...
I'm never going to separate.
Even if you say that...
Why don't you understand my feelings? No matter what you say, I am very serious.
Mama... say something....
I understand.
Let's go up to the room and continue this conversation.
Okay.
No way!
Are you okay?
I'm sorry, I just got dizzy for a moment...
- You sure? - I'm sorry.
- This is it. - Okay.
- Please don't get too excited. - I know, I know.
Don't do it, Mama!
W-what are you doing here, Papa?
That's what I should be asking you! What is your relationship with this person?
What are you talking about? This is part of my job.
Then why are you two going up to a room alone together?
Hey! Don't misunderstand this!
- Umm... - I'm very sorry.
- Mama! - What's with you?
Excuse me... Your husband said that he wished to speak directly with you no matter what, so...
I understand.
I'm so sorry! I'll never --- Please forgive me.
I'm handling their divorce.
The wife wants the divorce, but the husband still hasn't given up. It's been very difficult.
S-so that's what it was?
Were you following me the entire time?
S-sorry...
Oh, give me a break. I'm having a really tough time right now.
What do you mean by that?
You know, I'm very busy. Would you please go home?
I understand.
I'm sorry...
I'm sorry!
Huh? Yamashita-san? What are you doing here?
Did you come to see the Omiai too?
Omiai?
Over there.
Come, come sit down. Yuki-chan, over here.
- Thanks Obachan. - Oneechan!
I got paid, so I invited her to have dinner, but...
- She said she had something to do... - Did you follow her?
Sorry.
You shouldn't tail people like that.
I didn't hear anything about an Omiai...
This is Kamon Yuki-san. She's a very hard worker, energetic, and sweet girl.
I'm Kamon. Nice to meet you.
He seems very career-oriented.
Crap. He's definitely Yuki-san's type.
Don't worry, don't worry. He looks put together, but his education and job might not be that impressive.
Nice to meet you. I'm Noguchi Naoki.
He's 33 years old and graduated from Keio University. He's employed at Densu right now.
Oh no, he's perfect!
Don't worry, don't worry. He's probably from a poor family.
His family is from Aoyama. His father has managed a restaurant for many years now.
Hey, Yamashita-san, is this the fake history you told Oneechan earlier?
- It's exactly alike. - There's no hope for me now.
You have to go stop them. Go.
Go?
Go confess to her. Otherwise she'll be stolen from you.
I can't do that!
You have confidence in your feelings that no one else can make Oneechan as happy as you, right?
- Yeah... - Do your best!
What are you waiting for?
I don't know what to say!
The longer you agonize over it, the farther along they're going!
I'd like to pursue a further relationship with you.
Thank you very much.
It's no good. It's over.
I'm very happy you feel that way, but I'm afraid I must refuse.
Yuki-chan, are you serious?
I'm sorry, Obachan. The me of a few weeks ago would've jumped at a chance like this.
But now... Something feels different....
I don't think we'd have a successful relationship together, even if we got married.
I try to make myself look good so I sometimes lie or push myself too hard.
A while back, a completely unbelievable guy used a fake history that sounded just like yours to get close to me.
But now it seems like a totally hopeless guy like that, compared to someone as wonderful as you, suits me better.
Or rather, I feel like I can be more myself with him...
I'm sorry for saying such selfish things to you.
Sorry, Obachan. I'm really sorry.
Excuse me.
What are you two doing here?
Um... we met by accident a little while ago.... I thought we might get tea or something together...
Did you come to spy on me?
No.
Yeah. Sorry.
You know, in the time you were following me around you could've been writing new jokes or going to auditions! There are tons of other things you should be doing!
Sorry.
What are you smiling about?
- Because...! - Because what?
What you just said means you like me, right?
Of course not. What are you talking about?
Oh, you're embarassed!
No I'm not!
I'm sorry! Please stop punching me!
- Sorry about that! - Please stop kicking me too!
Quit your bellyachin'!
Don't just stand there, please help me!
You two are fun to watch together.
Hey, Oneechan, why don't the two of you do a manzai act together at Mama's birthday party?
What? No way!
Yamashita-san, please come to the party.
What should I do?
What're you trying to be all cute for? You're gonna show up anyway.
There's no way Okaasan would have an affair.
But, I know she's hiding something from me...
It's your imagination. Okay?
Ah, welcome!
Um, I'm Satou. I had an appointment...
- Oh, I've been waiting... - Hello, Satou-sensei!
Kamon-san!
Um... why are you here?
My son is working here now, so I thought I'd come see how he was doing...
- Hey, you know her? - She's Kaoru's homeroom teacher.
- This is Kaoru's older brother. - Hi.
Nice to meet you!
- Umm... - Yes?
Kaoru-kun often said at school...
That his older brother was handsome and very nice!
I bet he doesn't think that anymore.
What do you mean?
I've decided to stop trying to act cool and be more selfish.
I think I'd like to do that at school as well, but it isn't going very well...
I think you should try, Sensei.
I-I couldn't...
It's actually pretty fun.
- Please don't laugh at me like that. - Sorry, sorry.
Excuse me a sec.
Is something wrong?
Sorry to interrupt while you're working!
My mom said to give these to you in thanks for the other day.
She sent some peaches from our orchards.
Thanks.
And... this...
Thanks to your family, I was able to meet Ichirou for the first time in a long while.
I was very, very happy to see him.
I know he's quite hopeless, but I'd appreciate it if you could continue to associate with him, even if it is only as friends.
Please have an enduring and enriching friendship together.
You don't have to pay any mind to anything she wrote, especially about me!
Don't worry, I'll never come see you again.
She's been watching the whole time. I think she likes you.
You think so?
Oh? I think you're quite satisfied by that!
That's not true.
I think you'd look cute together.
You should go out with her. Here, peaches!
See ya. Bye-bi!
Pinko-san!
We're having a birthday party for my mom tomorrow. Would you like to come?
What? You want me to come?
Everyone would be happy to see you.
Really?
[Mama's Birthday]
Cut! Cut!
That was horrible! Do you guys really want to do this?
Mama won't be happy at all with a show like that!
We want to make it a "happy birthday," so we have to do it with energy and spirit!
Happy Birthday doo-WAA!
Got it? Now line up again.
Oniichan, kneel down. Kaoru, get down too.
Now everyone move over a little. I'm going into the center!
Now, everyone else move closer...
Now, imagine Mama sitting right there and try, "Happy Birthday doo WAA!"
- Okay. Got it? - Hey!
- What? - Are we really going to do this?
- We have to, now. - These lines are pretty embarassing.
- Why are you embarassed? - Excuse me, I need to get back to work pretty soon...
What are you talking about? We don't have much time! Please be serious about this!
- You're being so scary, Papa. - Stricter than normal.
- I think so too. - We have to make this as fun as possible.
Maybe we should have music? Hey, do any of you play an instrument? I don't care what it is.
- You can play, right Pinko-san? - No I can't.
Papa! Sanada can play piano!
Sanada? As in Tomo-chan?
Call her, call her. This thing will sound better if it's matched with music.
Okay, let's practice! C'mon!
- Sorry to keep you waiting. - You seem quite busy.
I have to rush around even outside work...
Oh nothing. Please...
So, about the tests you did...
As I suspected, a tumor is growing within your breast.
Are you prepared for this?
It'd be best to remove it, right?
You have less possibility of a relapse that way.
This is punishment, isn't it? Papa's been after me for a long time to get a check-up...
But I didn't listen to him...
Is there any way for me to have the surgery and not notify my family?
When my husband was alive, I didn't discuss my work with him that often because I didn't want him to worry.
But, one time he got very mad at me.
He said that my behavior meant that I didn't trust my family.
Doesn't Papa think the same way?
He does.
I'll tell him tonight.
What? Tonight?
- Is something wrong? - No, no.
- Welcome back from your errand. - Thanks for your work.
Hello.
Mama? What time are you going to be home tonight?
I don't think it'll be that late.
Really? Oh, good. Bye.
- Hey Papa... - Huh?
Oh, um... nothing.
What? Now I'm interested.
Oh... Today I want to eat some good food, I think...
Just leave it to me!
Bye now.
Pinko-san, I can't get seem to spear the octopus...
No, no, you're doing great Papa. You have a talent for it.
When you're finished, put them over there...
- Oh, yeah, Oneechan! - Yeah?
- Last year, you misspelled the frosting on the cake. - No way.
- "Happy" became "Hoppy Birthday." - No way.
- Yamashita-san, help me with that one next. - Sure.
Hey.
Oh, I'm sorry!
I'm sorry for being late!
Here, I'll help with cooking.
People with no culinary skills shouldn't interfere!
Well, excuse me!
Can you help me with the spelling?
I can't read your writing. Hey, Oniichan, let me help!
- Sorry, we're about finished now... - Let me help with something.
Tsunami-san, practice singing with Tomo-chan.
- I don't want to sing. - But you're the worst one, Tsunami-san.
Tomo-chan, play for her? "Neko funjatta."
Okay, here we go.
[Thank you for yesterday. I'm looking forward to going out to eat with you. Satou.]
Oh? Is that from the girl from yesterday? You seem pretty serious this time, Akira-chan!
I still don't know how I feel, myself.
Why are you so embarassed? I'll be cheering for you.
Then, would it be okay to come talk to you about stuff, Pinko-san?
B-but...
Please don't say you'll never see me again. I'd like for you to come over here, too.
Thanks.
Then, please help me with this.
Sure.
Hey, Yuki-san...
What?
It's just a small event, but I got a comedy job.
Really? That's great!
From now on I'm going to do my best at everything, so...
So, would you g-go...
- Oneechan, could you help plate this? - Sure, no problem...
Okay.
- If you like her, you should tell her. - I can't do that!
- You're so easy to read. - Why don't you ask her on a date?
- Why? - Go do your best!
Come with me a sec...
I'm sorry for saying something so mean the other day...
It's fine.
Go do it! You're a man, right?
H-hey...
Do you want to go somewhere together sometime?
Somewhere?
L-like, y'know, the department store roof?
The department store roof?
Say something like "Disneyland!"
Sure.
Now, shall we put the finishing touches on this?
[And finally...]
I'm home!
Papa?
I'm home!
Is anyone here?
Happy birthday!
Geez, you startled me...
- It's my birthday? - You forgot?
Hey Papa, don't you think you went a little overboard?
-What a spread! - Pinko-san helped.
Happy birthday, Mama. Here's your present.
It's a brand I adore. Open it!
Really?
Isn't this a little flashy?
It's fine! Mama's still young, right?
Thank you.
I'm sorry, I don't have much money so I brought some ramen and gyouza from the restaurant.
It's really good, though.
Thank you, Yamashita-san.
Here! Happy birthday, Mama.
When you get stressed out, just smack something.
Thanks.
I bought you a neck massager. Try to take care of yourself from now on.
Thanks.
Here Papa.
Happy Birthday.
Oh, Tomo-chan, thank you.
Here, Mama. Happy Birthday... even though it's what I always give you.
- It's great. - Very cute.
Thanks. I'm very happy. Thank you.
Here. Happy Birthday.
Thank you...
Please continue to work hard at your job.
Beautiful.
Thank you so much, Tsunami-san.
Happy Birthday Mama.
Thank you, Papa.
What are you going to give her, Papa?
I found a novel I want Mama to read. It's the best.
- What kind of book is it? - It's a secret.
Now, let's have a toast!
- This year we're doing a musical. - Right, a musical!
Everyone, please wait a moment.
What?
I have...
...Something I want to say to you all.
I...
I'm the happiest person in the world.
I love you all.
Thank you so much. Oh no, I'm crying..
- Okaasan! - Mama!
- I'm crying too. - Oh no!
- Happy Birthday, Mama! - Happy Birthday!
- Let's toast! - Thanks everyone.
Tonight was fun, wasn't it?
Hey, Papa...
I have to talk to you...
Before you do that, will you read the book?
Right now?
Just the last page is fine.
The last lines are so well written...
I'll read it to you. Let's see, where was it? Oh, here, here.
Okay, I'll read it to you.
"Looking at his wife sleeping in bed, the husband thought..."
"Even though they had been married close to 30 years, and many things had happened, in that moment..."
"There was one thing he wanted to ask her."
"He asked his wife, who had just woken up, 'Do you love me?'"
"Instead of answering, his wife nodded her head quietly and with conviction."
"Feeling an excitement without limit, the husband..."
"...Felt that now was the only time he could say the things he never could before..."
"...To his wife."
These last lines are the best.
Mama... Mama!!
What's wrong? Mama? Mama!
What's wrong?
Mama!
You don't understand anything, Papa.
- Where did Mama go? - Don't you know something, Otousan?
Please!
I've decided to go back to the farm.
Now is the time that you need your family's support the most.
You absolutely need Papa's love so you don't succumb to the cancer.
If you love me...