Get a grip Mio Kanesaka!
Please help
my grandpa.
Fumio Nitobe. From now on, I will threaten you.
Do you want to die by a shot in the heart or the head?
Make your choice.
You're safe.
Grandpa.
Get a grip Mio Kanesaka. Can you hear me?
- Hello? - Senkawa Kanji.
If you're still idly wondering around near the hospital,
why don't you pay Mio-san a visit?
You haven't seen her since the rescue.
I'm offended you think I'm stalling. I'm in the middle of a very important business activity.
Obviously, I can't visit her since I'm not free.
Busy, so busy!
Such a disappointing man.
Even though he must really be worried about Mio-san.
When he feared Mio-san's death,
he must have thought about Wakana Kurusu...
Mio's
Recovery Hospital
Keihan Yokohama Hospital
Grandpa.
Mio...
I would like to apologize to you once again.
I'm very sorry about Fumio Nitobe.
Why did Nitobe-san do such a thing?
That man
was obsessed with the idea that he could bring justice.
We politicians should never become heroes.
I was about to lose the most important person entrusted to me by Nanami.
That Intimidator did quite a good job.
Have you see him since then?
No, he hasn't come by at all.
Anyway. Look at this.
I thought you might get bored
so I brought a few videos over.
I'm recommending this one since it's my favorite.
It's about rival warlords during the era of warring states.
I'm particularly fond of commander
Honda Masanobu.
The strategist didn't seem to stand out at all,
but as the ruler, Ieyasu Tokugawa-
Sorry to interupt.
It's time, sensei.
Well then, I'll continue the story another time.
OK.
Grandpa,
Thank you.
Protect my grandchild!
If you don't, you and your friends are done for.
An intimidator is meant to intimidate.
If I accept, what's in it for me?
I will do whatever you want!
Looks good.
You fell asleep in class again.
My mom said that Airi-san's mom
is a magnet for men.
And if you go near her you'll become poor too!
Pauper! Pauper!
Thanks for waiting.
Roasted Yams
Thank you very much.
Here.
My mom told me to never
accept things from strangers.
My name is Senkawa Kanji.
I'm not a stranger anymore, am I?
Delicious.
Aren't you going to eat?
What's your name?
Are you a ladies man?
After you told me your name,
you asked for mine. I think it's dangerous if I tell you.
You're Houjou Airi-san, I see.
Relax.
I'm not interested in kids.
Uncle, what do you do for a living?
If you're a proper adult, you should still be at work
I am a proper adult,
and I'm not you're uncle.
So...what's your job?
Well, you could say I take care of things that
people have requested through compelling conversations.
- Anything they want? - Yes.
So when you're grown up and you get into trouble, you can call me anytime.
Can't I do it now?
Please help my mom!
Airi?
HOUJOU AKANE Airi's mother
Mom.
Didn't I tell you to never speak to strangers?
Let's go.
Houjou Airi
Will Senkawa-san ever visit me?
Is he busy?
I've never actually seen him THAT busy...
Kanesaka-san.
Dr. TAKANOMORI Mio's Doctor
Dr. Takanomori.
How's your health?
Your seem to have gained a little color.
- I still have headaches but it's good. - I see.
Get lots of rest so your dizziness goes away.
Thank you for helping me. There is someone I'd like to thank when I get well.
Someone you'd "like to thank"...I see.
It can't be...
Today, I came to see a sick friend.
I never imagined I'd find the person I've been looking for all my life.
Sorry, but have we met?
In my dreams.
I'm finally reunited with my destined one.
In 3 minutes the sand will fall.
Will you please keep me company till then?
I'll have to refuse. I don't think I'm your "destined one".
Everyday, I ask women out.
But you're the only one I thought of as my destined one.
Besides, with other women,
I'd use more corny pick up lines.
Well then, I'll leave you to those women.
Why don't we have a cup of tea?
It doesn't have to be just the two of us.
We can go somewhere more crowded.
Unless,
you already have a fated person.
You have a gloomy expression. You seem to be waiting
for someone you hope will come see you.
Um, who are you?
I'm Sunao, a pick up artist.
First The Intimidator, and now a pick up artist?
SUNAO Pick up artist
It seems there are many jobs out there that I've never heard of.
From now on, I will threaten you
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Episode 6
Roasted Yams
HOUJOU AIRI
Please help my mom!
Hey you guys!
Airi-san, the girl you were bullying yesterday, where is she?
Hi.
Potato uncle?
Hello. We meet again.
Are you visiting your sick friend again?
Nope.
Today, I've come to see you, Kanesaka Mio.
How do you know my name?
How did you get hurt?
My mom borrowed some money, and she was threatened to pay it back.
I tried to stop him,
but he pushed me,
and I hit my head.
Who pushed you?
My mom's ex-boyfriend, Sasaki-san.
He's a debt collector.
A debt collector huh?
Uncle, it's OK if the ER doctor doesn't examine me.
Please ask them to discharge me.
Why? If you stay here, Sasaki-san won't try to collect, right?
But,
it's expensive...
Listen, about you wanting me to help your mom...
Forget it.
I don't want my mom to depend on men.
We don't have welfare benefits, so even if we trust you,
you'll no doubt betray us.
Kanesaka-san, please wait a minute.
You watching over me and following me is pretty creepy.
As I said yesterday,
shouldn't you stop flirting with girls?
Is it a crime to be entranced by a lovely person's voice?
No, and I'm sure there are women who'd be charmed by your words,
but unfortunately, your words don't work on me.
Huh?
- Bye-bye Potato uncle. - See you.
- Senkawa-san? - What a coincidence.
- What are you doing here? - I'm a patient.
You saved my life and stopped Nitobe-san.
For that I thank-
Aren't you already better? You seem high-spirited.
Are you her boyfriend? I'm Sunao.
He's not a boyfriend. Just an acquaintance.
What on earth are you doing here?
It is not the business of "just an acquaintance."
And with that, I'm...out.
"I'm out", it's what they say these days.
He's a unique person.
Senkawa Kanji is a dangerous person you need to watch out for.
But he also saved my life.
- Welcome back. - I'm back.
- How was Mio-san? - You went to visit, right?
I did go to the hospital, but not to visit her.
Mio-san seemed to be flirting with a strange man.
A man? Who is he?
Could it be an ex?
Let's forget him.
There's somebody else I have my eye on.
The welfare benefits that the child's mother, Akane Houjou was receiving,
were cut off three months ago.
Why's that?
She received money illegally.
The reason was, "she accepted a loan from an outside source."
There are cases where welfare recipients with heavy debts have taken loans as new sources of income.
Akane Houjou's welfare case worker is
Takeshi Kurai.
There's a video.
To those receiving public assistance, we will do
everything possible
so that you can become self sufficient.
P r o t e c t i n g
Y o u r L i v e l i h o o d
Yokohama East Ward Welfare Office
If you'd like to book an appointment or if you're facing any problems,
TAKESHI KURAI Welfare Case Officer
please don't hesitate to contact our social welfare team.
Akane Houjou borrowed money from a loan shark
without informing her caseworker.
On top of that, the loan shark
is a hell of a dangerous guy.
Did she think no one would find out?
In spite of breaking all connections, he found her and came around to collect.
A chain of bad luck.
So? Are we going to help this person?
I don't help people.
Besides, saving a single person
won't change anything.
This world is filled with annoying idiots.
You can't save everyone.
But just like Mio-san says,
"I want to help every single person!"
The elderly, women and children.
Your biggest weak points.
Be quiet.
Who's that guy?
What's he doing here?
- Shoes! - Sorry!
Did Mio-san ask you to follow me?
No, I did it of my own.
This sand takes 3 minutes to fall. Please keep me company till then.
You were quite close with Mio-san whom I
- was flirting with. I was curious how you managed to break the ice? - "Flirting"!?
It's a hospital, surely you could pick-up a nurse.
Why are you interested in that annoying woman?
She's my destined one.
You like her too, right?
Absolutely not.
My type's a bit more...
Not the little girl!?
No way!
So we're not competing for Mio-san?
That psychotic fireball is all yours. In return, leave me alone.
But you saved her life?
You help those who have nothing, right?
What's your name?
Sunao.
You call yourself Sunao because it sounds like hourglass (Sunoadokei)?
Isn't that a little "Dasai" (nerdy)? It's nerd therapy!
Dasai Osamu, the writer? It's a pun! His name also sounds like "Nerd therapy"!
That was a good one!
Wait!
There's still sand in the hourglass!
Senkawa-san!
Senkawa-san?
How does Senkawa-san
know that little girl?
AIRI HOUJOU
Airi Houjou...
Mam, who are you?
Hello! Nice to meet you. I'm Kanesaka Mio.
I'm an acquaintance of the man you met here.
If you mean Potato uncle, he won't come here anymore.
Potato uncle?
How do you know him?
The truth is, it's difficult to explain our relationship...
He's just someone I know.
If something's bothering you, instead of potato uncle, you could-
Please don't interfere.
I'm not talking to someone who doesn't even know potato uncle properly.
You're chicken dinner is ready. Thank you very much!
Welcom-
SASAKI TAKAYA Loan Shark
Sasaki-san, this is my place of work.
Why the formalities?
Wasn't there a time when we shared everything?
Please stop this. I'll pay the money bit by bit.
Seems like you enjoyed spending it shamelessly...
Of course you would.
If you're having trouble paying off the debt,
I can set you up with a better paying job...
KEIHAN YOKOHAMA HOSPITAL
- Uncle! - You've been discharged.
There's a woman here in the hospital who knows you.
She said I could let her know my problems.
Kanesaka Mio...that meddling woman.
Airi.
Sorry I'm late.
You again...
Your daughter told me about your predicament.
Once I've heard the full story, I may be able to help you.
Would you confide in me?
For your daughter's sake.
I've been fooled by enough people who said they'd help.
I don't know what my daughter has been telling you, but please mind your own business.
Airi, let's go.
I'm sorry I can't help.
If I see you following my daughter again, I'll contact the police.
Let's go.
I'm honestly shocked Mio was hospitalized so suddenly.
I wonder if she's really OK?
Excuse me.
You're Mio's friends right?
So handsome!
- Your get well gift. - Thank you.
You look healthy, so that's a relief.
Sorry about this. I just became a little faint.
You keep tormenting yourself.
Oh yeah! Something horrible happened at an event we went to.
Nitobe dropped a bombshell announcement and got arrested.
We were literally in shock.
I can't tell them,
that he's the reason I'm in the hospital.
Anyway, why have you been keeping it a secret?
You work with such a dreamy looking guy!
That's right! A man with such a refreshing smile!
Dreamy... refreshing smile?
He asked us to convey a message to you.
"Don't shove your nose into Airi Houjou's business further than you already have."
Also, "Just stick to quietly making your dumplings."
Does that mean Senkawa-san will be
helping out Airi-san?
His real name is Naoto Sutouo.
A part-timer with no criminal record.
He lived with his mother until she passed away 5 years ago. Currently he's living alone,
has a wide circle of friends, and
good personal relationships.
Sadly, there's nothing suspicious about him.
Do you think he knows what we do?
What the hell? He's back again today!
Is he stalking you?
OK, move it please. This way.
I'm not a shady per-
Senkawa-san!
Didn't I tell you not to bother me?
Please let me be your apprentice.
His apprentice?
What he did back at the hospital,
it was honestly so cool.
Won't you confide in me?
For your daughter's sake?
Would you allow me to help you?
Do you even know what our work entails?
I'm sure it's something about helping people.
Whatever it is, it's gotta be a valuable experience.
What a wonderful part-timer!
So, let me ask you, what can you do?
OK. My specialty is picking up girls.
From young to old, even an animal if it's female.
So I'm confident I can capture any woman's heart.
Really? Then as a test,
try and pick up Tochiotome.
I'm sorry.
Ever since I met Mio-san, my destined one,
I've stopped picking up girls.
Anyway, you really wouldn't stand a chance.
- AreYOU rejecting ME? - Calm down.
You'd be surprised how useful I can be.
I got hold of some information about Airi-san's mother.
- Akane Houjou? - Yes. By business flirting.
I got it from her co-workers. You wanna know more?
What should we do?
Good question...
- Hello? - Potato Uncle!
Please help us!
- I'm honored to go on a job with you. - You're still on probation.
If you're of no use, we'll put you on ice.
Got it.
Akane & Airi's apartment.
Uncle.
You're not hurt, are you?
Thank you for this.
Call me if you're in trouble, - Potato Uncle.
I'm sorry I can't help you.
We ran into the bad man on the way home.
What did he do?
He told my mom to pay the money immediately.
If we didn't, he'll come back.
In the beginning, he was so kind.
That's why mom thought he was a good person.
Your mom's co-workers also thought that.
Akane-san was very happy during the time she was
dating Sasaki-san.
A word?
It looks like this was a one-sided break up.
She had to pay him back for every gift he gave her,
and every dinner out or he'd snap.
I realized he was involved in organized crime.
And her debts were considered income by the welfare office?
So Airi, what do you want to do?
I don't want to see Sasaki-san ever again.
Unfortunately, I can't help you with that.
But, you could hire me to do a job for you.
- A job? - Yeah.
I'm an intimidator.
If you ask me to, I can intimidate the bad guy for you.
What do you mean by "intimidate?"
An intimidator threatens people.
That's a horrible thing to do!
That's right! Even a child knows that!
It is a horrible thing to do. It's even a crime.
But problems like being bullied after school,
being assaulted,
to be able to sleep in peace,
is what an Intimidator can help you with. It's my job.
I'd like you to do the job.
OK! We've settled it!
- So, where's your money? - You're going to take money from a child?
Of course. If you hire a pro to do a job, then you have to pay.
Alright let's go!
Follow me.
Thank you.
This is to show I've accepted your request.
Mmm. It's cooked perfectly!
Is it good?
He's so cool!
Wow! You look good! Almost as good as me.
Marne Loans
Surprisingly, a suit and tie fit me well.
Why am I wearing a suit today?
Don't worry.
Alright, let's go.
OK.
Forgive the intrusion.
Is Sakaki Takaya-san here?
What the hell is this?
Hey! Sasaki.
- Who are you guys? - Pleasure to meet you.
My card.
TAKESHI KURAI Social Welfare Agent
Takeshi Kurai from the Social Welfare office?
Yes. This is our new trainee.
Hello.
Today, we're here regarding Akane Houjou's case.
She previously received welfare support but,
we discovered she borrowed money from your organization.
However, we suspect the money was borrowed illegally.
Therefore, we suspended her welfare protection.
We're currently conducting an administrative investigation with the police.
To that end, we ask you to kindly
refrain from debt collection measures
with regards to Akane Houjou.
You...
You put on quite a performance.
I could see
through your fake business.
I don't know who in the hell you are,
but I have no intention of forgiving Akane's debt.
Akane had a good time with my money.
Now, I just want her to pay me back!
Please leave.
Why did you even pretend to be a caseworker?
You should have threatened him.
He's a professional criminal. Threatening won't work.
Besides, it would be a bad idea for Akane and Airi to retaliate.
But how did he know we were acting?
You probably butted in.
- Exactly! - No, I'm an expert at interrupting.
Senkawa-san, was also as cool as a cucumber.
He gave a great performance as the person in charge.
From whose point of view?
Maybe Sasaki and the caseworker know each other?
Airi-san says that's not the case.
Then he was bluffing.
It seems "Marne Loans" is directly managed by him.
Looks like even Senkawa-san can be fooled.
So that's what it is!
- Meguro, tail the loan shark. - Sasaki? Got it.
Suneo-san, now is your chance to shine.
With pleasure! However, it's Sunoa not Suneo.
- About that... - Senkawa Kanji,
what are you planning to do? - If my intuition is correct,
I can threaten him fair and square.
The number you are calling...
Again?
I've heard nothing regarding Airi-san
from Senkawa-san.
That man is an intimidator.
It's all good as long as he's not planning to do something bad.
- Hurry, it's starting! - Don't run!
At the time of the fight, he felt uncomfortable.
Eventually, the strong dog that never cried,
Raindrop Foundation Director
TOMINAGA AYAKO
finally gave in and opened his heart.
Raindrop Foundation?
It's a volunteer organization to help patients.
Volunteers...
The foundation was setup especially for socially vulnerable women and children.
Ayako Tominaga-san started
the foundation with money from her late husband's estate.
We should tell ourselves that we can do anything.
We doctors, should also learn from this.
TOMINAGA AYAKO Raindrop Foundation Director
Here, look...here.
Well, looks like you haven't paid down your debt at all.
Don't you think it's time to look for a better paying job?
Well then, I'll be back.
Airi-san! Bye-bye.
- Eh? - Wha?
BLUE DRAGON BAR
Come in. come in.
So this is where you guys hang out?
- Such a tiny place! - Who are you?
I'm Sunao, the apprentice.
As a courtesy, I could flirt with you a bit.
- I mean, you're ordinary but, why not? - GET LOST!
- Hey, what about me? - Not a chance!
He's blunt.
Then why'd you ask?
Forget it. What'd ya know?
It seems the two are in it together.
Looks like my intuition is razor sharp!
As expected! But how could you tell they knew each other?
- You really want me to tell you? - Please.
When I introduced myself as Kurai, Sasaki knew I was lying.
You really think I'd be found out so easily otherwise?
So, I played along.
And I realized the two already knew each other.
I see!
Doesn't that mean your act was pointless from the start?
Look.
The loan shark and the caseworker were high school classmates.
So the two conspired to set up Akane Houjou.
It may not just be Akane Houjou...
Kurai has many single mother clients who'd be in serious debt if their welfare was cut off.
That sounds fishy, right?
Shall we threaten Sasaki and Kurai at the same time?
Intimidation? Didn't that plan fail already?
Stop butting in apprentice!
Be as silent as the Roman Empire!
Roman Empire!?
Is this guy an idiot?
We got lots of dirt on the loan shark.
The problem is the caseworker.
Be careful. Papa will be watching from over there.
OK.
Kou-kun you can do it!
Takeshi Kurai-san right?
Who are you guys?
Nice to meet you. I'm The Intimidator.
From now on, I will threaten you.
Threaten me?
It's about Akane Houjou's welfare protection.
But I have done nothing to be threatened for.
Even though this guy's your friend?
Why are you, a welfare caseworker,
in contact with Akane Houjou's loan shark?
We, we were classmates...
Rekindling your friendship?
You guys hang out a lot, don't you?
And this is how your friend ended up.
Looks like he committed more crimes than just extorting single mothers and threatening children.
Fraud? Blackmail?
Airi-san will be an adult by time he gets out.
Sasaki's facing a long stretch.
I hope he doesn't mention your name.
Right.
I've...
done nothing wrong!
How many cases do you think I was handling?
150 cases! By myself,150 cases!
One client raises hell all the time!
Another drinks his welfare checks!
Another gambles it away!
Those kinds of people I have to deal with!
Lots of people pretend to be poor.
I just wanted to get rid of the leachers. That's all.
Really?
So that's why you asked Sasaki to frame Akane Houjou?
These people hardly do any work!
Then they leach off welfare! It's too much!
I know. People borrow money, then don't pay it back.
Sasaki, you're a ladies' man aren't you?
What if there was a way to reduce my workload and increase your profits?
You deliberately pushed Akane Houjou into debt,
then cut off her welfare.
If she relies on the man victimizing her, isn't she just suffering the consequences?
Sasaki said, when he asked her to be his girlfriend, she jumped. She's an easy lay!
That's a given!
When you're at your lowest, anyone will do.
Someone to lean on.
How can a single mom make it on her own?
Even the child can clearly see what's happening.
You were only interested in your workload.
To shorten your hours.
I saved hard earned tax revenues!
No. What you did was pervert justice for your own gain.
You discarded the people who really needed help.
You only targeted single mothers.
Besides colluding with Sasaki to cut off Akane Houjou's welfare,
there were others.
I will threaten you once again Takeshi Kurai.
As a welfare officer, do the right thing for the Houjou family.
Otherwise,
you're cute kids will find out who their father really is.
This way, this way!
They'll lose all respect
if they find out Papa hurts other children.
Are you going to tell them?
That's up to you.
You want to work honestly and be a good father?
You're mean you know.
Yes.
We have that in common.
Airi-san?
Meddling sister.
I heard you already left the hospital.
My mom brought me to hear the results of my examination.
The doctor says I'm fine.
That's good news.
Are you sure you can't tell me?
About your troubles?
I can finally sleep to my hearts content.
My mom no longer worries about being robbed,
because Potato uncle helped by threatening the bad guy.
Senkawa-san did that?
Because you're very pretty,
I want you to stay away from Potato Uncle until
I'm a grownup. Please.
Why curry?!
Curry is perfect for a welcome party.
Hey, I still haven't decided this guy's welcome yet.
Curry's still perfect though!
Meguro's curry looks delicious,
but it's quite plain.
But I love it!
- Have as much as you like! - I will!
If only Mio-san was here!
Incoming Call MIO KANZAKA
If it's Mio, answer it. You still haven't visited her.
The number you have dialed is no longer in use.
Hello Senkawa-san?
You threatened someone again to help Airi-san, right?
Yes. I solved the problem by intimidation. So what?
Airi-san is finally able to sleep well.
This time round I have to thank you for a job well done.
Wow!
- You hate using threats... - I wasn't approving that part.
But undeniably Airi-san was pleased.
So what's wrong with you?
Did you catch the I'm-too-soft-hearted disease? Well you won't find a cure for that. Take care.
Same goes for you!
I suggest you try and find threat free solutions.
Listen to the problems of those suffering, like Raindrop Foundation does.
Raindrop Foundation...
They help people in need.
I'm interested in volunteering.
Senkawa-san? What happened?
Nothing. Later.
This way please.
Director.
You've visited Raindrop Foundation quite often.
I'm managing to make a living for my daughter and I.
But it's still hard very hard...
Let's try our best, for the sake of happiness, OK?
It'll be OK. Trust me.
I will.
Even if a person is as weak as a raindrop,
if they persevere, it'll bear fruit.
Constant dripping wears away a stone.
Is Robin's head going round and round?
Listen to the problems of those suffering,
like Raindrop Foundation does.
There's a foundation that lets people volunteer.
I spent my childhood there.
It's done!
The first one is for you!
You've joined Senkawa's team?
Are you aware what they do is illegal?
Yup. I'm still on probation but since he wants to keep tabs on you, I'll be around for awhile.
That man has a selfish personality and he's cynical.
He pretended to kill me just
to catch someone embezzling money.
It's kind of strange, in spite of everything you still stand by him.
I don't understand it either.
I kinda feel I can't leave that man.
You're saying the same thing.
Same thing? As who?
Nobody.
Huh?
Senkawa-san has the same T-shirt.
Is it popular?
This is a W-Shirts Shop original .
A designer named Kurusu Wakana started the shop.
Look.
So she's the designer.
But the T-shirts may be hard to find since the shop's closed.
Why'd it close?
Wakana-san died in an accident.
The victim is 45 year old Takeshi Kurai.
According to the Kanagawa Police,
Kurai-san was dining alone when he was electrocuted by faulty wiring.
That's one of the guys that extorted Airi-san's mom.
Dead Welfare Caseworker
TAKESHI KURAI
This can't be a coincidence.
What the hell?!
Senkawa?
On the next episode!
The Intimidator is suspected of murder!
What's behind...
a coincidental accident?
Can The Intimidator find the real killer with threats?!
This drama is fictional