A 65 years old woman without any relatives, I, Kisaragi Sumi...
...by the power of Rei, Bakeneko from the cursed folding screen...
...was able to turn my appearance back to a twenty years old girl.
However, every single night from 11 o'clock to 1 o'clock...
...I'll turn back to my original form.
Meanwhile, there's one of my classmate in special class who's saying she'll quit from university.
Yoshinogo Chiaki-san who makes me worried and got involved.
You're a university student already but still doing such a mean thing.
Meh!
Well, a lot of things going on...
...and I end up became friends with Chiaki-san.
After that, I even made my first Valentine’s chocolate for Mashiro-kun, but...
I have no doubt, those are cat spirits.
On Valentine’s day...
...Mashiro-kun suddenly came to my house.
Can I have this?
Well... yes.
Hm, it's good.
Thank you very much.
Forgotten how time goes by...
...I end up in a very bad situation.
I'm sorry! I have to...
- Ah! - Watch out!
Are you okay?
Kisaragi-san?
The biggest pinch in my whole life.
- Kya! - Eh? What?
Sorry for the inconvenience, Mashiro-sama.
It seems the lightning strikes before causes a power outages.
Power outages?
Eh? Where is Kisaragi-san?
I think Sumire-sama went towards the restroom, we passed each other.
Looks like she's in a hurry.
Ah, is that so.
Something wrong?
It's already late.
I was wondering if it's better for you to make your way home, soon.
Ah, I'm sorry. I end up staying too long.
Well, when Kisaragi-san is back...
No, time for the last train schedule is approaching. You better hurry.
Eh? But...
Like I said, once Kisaragi-san is back...
Once she entered the restroom, she always take a long time to finished. That Sumire-sama.
It doesn't particularly...
It will be embarrassing for her...
...if Mashiro-sama keep waiting for her to get out from the restroom.
I beg... for your consideration.
I understand.
Thank you for having me.
It's alright now.
I am not aware that the bedroom clock had stopped.
That was a close call. Almost inevitable.
What are you saying... it was horrible.
Of all things, you said that I took a long time in the restroom...
...and won't come out soon. Ah, it's embarrassing!
Well, it was... a spur-of-the-moment thing.
I'm pretty sure Mashiro-kun think that I'm a strange person.
On top of that, I don't even seeing him off properly.
What should I do?
He must think I'm rude and hated me.
Are you going complain forever? It's hideous.
Do you think that Mashiro-sama...
...who you fell in love with is such a small hearted person?
Well, it's not like that, but...
Now that I think about it...
...I don't know anything about Mashiro-kun.
Mashiro Yusei. Tsubakioka University, Literature department, second year.
Age, 21 years old. Born in April 3rd. Blood type: O.
He lived in Azami-ku, precisely on a 900 square meters cubic of private mansion.
An only son, his family should be his parents only.
His father has a local business and also serve as a city council member.
He was once failing Tsubakioka University entrance exams and retaking them but...
...his grades are extraordinary excellent.
When did you investigate that far...
I want to make sure your perfect partner will not only have an appearance but also a good background.
With this, you can say that you know enough about Mashiro-sama, right?
Please don't say that.
Even if I know such a thing...
After this, everything will depend on his feelings.
For that to work out, please stop saying something depressing.
Mashiro-kun's feelings...
It's not like I will come directly...
...to anybody's house just because I picked up their lost wallet.
From the first time we met, I think Kisaragi-san...
By no means, is he think of me as...
No way! There is no reason for such a thing.
Hey.
Ah, Kisaragi-san.
I'm sorry about yesterday!
Eh? It's not...
Suddenly disappear from the room and not even give you a proper goodbyes...
...what a rude thing to do!
I am very, very sorry!
It's okay. I don't mind at all.
It was my fault to stay until that late at night and make you uncomfortable.
There's no such a thing as uncomfortable. I don't have the slightest...
I know... I know it already.
Ah, how should I said it...
It's not something I used to say in a situation like this, but...
What is it?
If you don't mind...
...would you like to go out and play with me somewhere, next time?
- Go out and play...? - Just the two of us.
- Just the two of us...? - Yes.
How is it?
Eh? Eeeh... that...
No... I mean, why did I...
Ah, I'm sorry. Just forget it.
- No! It's not... - Don't worry about it.
Hm.
Dad, I brought you some food.
- Hm. - Anyway what are you doing...
...barricading yourself in this room? Like you are obsessed with something...
...and stay bottled up inside.
- I'm certain now. - Hm? About what?
Are you free this Sunday?
Don't think so... I have dance practice and lots of other things, I'll be busy.
I'll count it as part-time job. You come with me.
- 10.000 yen, how? - I'll go.
Okay. I need to make preparation.
Just the two of us... it's a date, isn't it? However you think of it...
Having such a good invitation...
...why can't I answer him properly?
It must sounds like I don't want to go, right?
Um, can't you please say something?
Yesterday you keep complaining, and today you wandering around restlessly.
What a busy master.
- It's not the problem. - What should I say, then?
"However you look at it...
...a late blooming, indecisive, and gullible 65 years old granny...
...will not be suitable for romance." is that sentence satisfying enough?
You don't have to say it that far...
Good grief. For what sake did you make a contract with me...
...and rejuvenated your body like that?
What is this? Suddenly put these up.
Those are movies from your collections that...
...have romance themed on it.
This is also part of your dream world, isn't it?
To be able to fulfill your wishes, you went to college...
...and trying hard to start your life all over again, didn't you?
If I let it end like this, it will be the same like that last time.
That last time?
When I was a coward.
I can't let that happen, right?
"Yes?"
Ah, um, it's Kisaragi.
"Sorry to bother you during your busy time. Is it okay to talk now?"
It's okay. I'm just coming back from my part-time job.
Um... about this morning, I have thought about it.
I want to go. Just the two of us.
T-this Sunday...
...can we go to the amusement park together?
Hey, Kisaragi-san!
Your cat is coming to my garden again, and...
Oh? So, the spell has been broken.
Don't do this, Rei-san. Not in a place where peoples are passing through.
Unfortunately, Sumire-sama is not home.
If it's about Juri-chan, the cat is inside its cage.
Oh, really?
Maybe I was seeing things.
Even the head priest from Tengaku temple was worried about this house.
Head priest? About Sumire-sama and I?
If you want, I can tell you a more detailed story inside.
Nyan nyan.
Not good at all. What is this? Are you kidding me?
But... In winter...
...this kind of warm turtleneck sweater will be a good choice.
Turtleneck... what are you talking about?
Here, change to this one. Now.
Ah, okay.
Isn't that great? It looks good on you.
Showing this much legs is impossible!
Isn't my knees got too exposed?
What are you saying? It's a long-waited date...
...you better give it all you've got!
But, my mother said a woman should never let their hips got cold.
So in winter, trousers is a must.
Okay, okay, stop saying stuffs I don't understand.
Chiaki-senpai, I brought this.
Nishihara-san, why...?
I called her in. It's Sumire and Mashiro's first date after all.
Of course it'll be better to have someone else to talk to.
I'll be your coordinator.
Nishihara-san...
See, I'll be cheering you on with Mio.
You better surprise Mashiro with a lot more fashionable outfit.
I'll do my best.
Let's do this in order.
This one is 10cm above the knee. This one is 15cm above the knee.
P-p-pants! Can't you choose something more like pants?!
Amusement park date?! With Kisaragi-san?
- Seriously?! - Yeah, well...
It was unexpected.
That girl is cute, indeed, but isn't she a bit different?
Hey, what about this suddenness?
It's not something I suddenly do.
I mean, you... you got invitations from the other girls too...
...but you never responded like this, right?
For me it seems like you're not interested in having a girlfriend during university period.
Well... but Kisaragi-san is...
Somehow she gives me different impression, that's all.
I don't really understand but... you have my full support.
O-okay.
You'll definitely win her heart.
- Thank you. - Do your best, Mashiro!
Yes?
Ah, good work. Done with your part-time?
It just ended.
I can't contact Mashiro-kun's phone, so...
...if you guys done with part-time, lets meet up and hang out.
Ah, if it's just me I can go, but...
...Mashiro got an extended time for today's work.
Forget it then, it's meaningless.
Cruel.
It's no use inviting Mashiro, he won't go.
"It's not the time for him to do something like that."
What is it? Something happened?
"His head is full of thinking about the long-awaited date."
Hah!?
Can't you explain to me a little? What is this huge luggage?
I'll explain it later. Now keep quite and follow me.
"Haunted house with MAX terror, brings MAX closeness between couple."
Impossible, this is impossible! I will definitely freak out.
What's wrong, Dad?
You turned around and keep looking at a young girl like that.
- Change of plan. Lets follow that girl. - Ha? Wait a minute.
I'm not going be a stalker.
- Part-time fee. - Alright, let's go. Don't lose her.
Kisaragi-san, morning.
G-good morning.
Don't tell me, you've been waiting for quite some time now?
10 minutes prior to our promised time I thought I arrived early.
I was afraid that something happen with traffic so I went earlier.
I've been here around 30 minutes.
30 minutes?
So we met earlier than expected.
I'm sorry.
No, you don't have to apologize.
However, I didn't recognize you at first. You look different than usual.
Ah, no... I knew it. It must be unnatural.
With all this knee length skirt...
Not at all. It looks good on you. It's cute.
C-cute?
Eh? Is it weird?
No.
Cute, he said.
I haven't been called cute by anyone other than my mother.
- Well, should we go now? - Okay.
- Ah, let me buy the tickets. - Eh?
- Excuse me, 2 student tickets. - Okay.
Wait, wait. I'll pay for both.
It's okay, I'll pay.
Because I'm the one who invited you here.
No, why should you? I won't let you do that.
But, I can't allow myself to receive any more of your kindness.
I understand. Well, let's pay for our own.
Excuse me, we'll pay separately.
Okay. It will be 5200 yen per person.
I'm sorry, I'm not familiar with this kind of situation.
I don't really mind.
To be honest, I was coming earlier to buy tickets first.
After all, I want to pay for both of us.
Why?
Why? That's...
Of course... because I want to be able to do something for you.
Come and see the real thing, it's spacious.
Moreover... there's abekku, everywhere. [Abekku: couple on a date]
- Abekku? - Eh, no... I mean...
In a short period, there will be more and more families coming too.
Anyway, is it your first time? Coming to amusement park.
It is. But I have seen it on TV before.
I wanted to come here at least once.
Is that so.
Well then, today, let's try every single attraction available here.
Okay!
Here. At least let me treat you this.
Thank you very much.
Let's take a little break.
As expected, it's hard to ride all of them at once.
- It's delicious! - Thank goodness.
Um... Mashiro-kun, what is your favorite food?
Hm, I don't really have any particular likes or dislikes but...
...I think omelet or chawanmushi.
So you like egg dishes. Then, how about favorite color?
Maybe, blue.
Favorite movies? Oh, and when you're in high school, which club were you belong?
Wait a minute. It's a lot of questions, all of a sudden.
I'm sorry for the barrage of questions
No, it's okay. Or perhaps I should say, I'm happy.
Eh?
Since you want to know more about me.
But, I prefer we take it slow.
Because I want to respect every question and answer it with honesty.
Okay.
I wonder, what is this feelings?
Knowing that there's someone who accepted my existence...
...is such a happy thing.
Ah, can I ask you about something, too?
- What is it? - Well...
It's not that I have a weird idea but...
...I keep wondering what kind of relationship do you have with that Rei-san?
I look forward to see you again.
What kind of relationship...?
He's just a relatives. A very distant one.
Is that so. Sorry.
Somehow he looks like a very cool person, I got worried.
He's not even a person to begin with.
Eh?
Ah, no, I don't mean it that way.
Ah... I mean... per...
Personally, I can't find a word to describe this intricate family relationship.
Something wrong?
Um... m-may I go to the restroom?
Yes, of course. Let me.
Excuse me.
Found you.
Ah! Wait, what are you doing here?
So, you found out... ops.
After riding this machine, I felt like my eyes were rolling.
That's not what I want to hear.
I already said that I will work hard by myself for today.
Are you keeping us under surveillance again?
- No, there's no such a thing. - Then, why?
I want to see this amusement park thing.
Eh?
Because this place is written in Sumire-sama's notebook...
...as a place where a lot of people find their happiness.
Did Sumire-sama found it? Happiness.
I had some really fun moments.
Even if Mashiro-kun is 45 years younger than me, he listen to my selfishness...
...and I can do something I've never done before.
Then...
I also think that I want to know a lot more about Mashiro-kun.
It's a good thing.
Well then, I'll be going.
Ah... It's not like I'm asking you to go home.
- Huh? - Since you already here.
Riding merry-go-round by yourself...
...is impossible to make you happy. That's why, let's play together.
Sumire-sama, do you understand what you are saying yourself?
Eh?
Ah, there she is, Mashiro-kun.
Kosaka-san!
What a coincidence.
My friend have a sudden urgent matter elsewhere.
And then, Mashiro-kun was there.
Is that so...?
Good day.
Thank you for the other day.
So, what is this?
Mashiro-kun said that he's here with Kisaragi-san, so who is this guy?
He is... my relatives.
Relatives?
He's here by coincidence.
A coincidence.
That's why, if it's okay, Mashiro-kun...
...can we spent time together in this amusement park?
Then count me in, too.
If I went home like this, the ticket will go to waste.
Can't we?
Hm, okay.
Yes! Hey, did the two of you rode a roller coaster, already?
- Yeah. - Eh, it's nice. I want to ride one.
Let's ride that rotation thing and the super fast thing too.
- Here, turn around. - Eh?
- Turn around. - Eeh?
- Okay. - It's not 'okay' you see...
Under normal circumstances, a father and son with this flashy outfit...
...coming to amusement park, we will be stand out.
Moreover, you placed such a suspicious object...
...we'll be caught for sure!
Be quiet.
There's other incense here.
Go here, here, and here, then place them the same way I did.
'Place them,' he said. What about you, Dad?
I'm going to look for the girl.
It will be better if I confront her at home but I have no other choice.
You see, I do want the part-time fee, but...
...can you at least explain to me what we are doing here?
Once you put them all in cardinal directions, call me.
- After that we go patrolling. - Patrolling?
- To catch it. - Catch it?
At one of the place where we planted the incense, it will surely appear.
In a huge black cat form or... even a human form.
Rei-san you are handsome. Somehow, you have a very cool aura going around.
Thank you for that.
Even if you said both of you are relatives, isn't Kisaragi-san actually dating him?
I-it's not like that. He's only a relatives, for real.
See, you took it seriously. Right, Mashiro-kun?
Hey, what are you drinking again?
- Ah, it's Cider. - Sounds good. Can I take a sip?
Eh? Ah... okay, but...
Thanks.
Oh, no. What is this feelings?
I never had such a bad feelings like this my whole life.
As expected, rather than this stuff...
...it will be better if Sumire-sama brought the lunch box she made herself, right?
Eh? So you made a lunch box but didn't bring it here?
Ah, no.
I was afraid it won't suit your taste.
You shouldn't worry about such a thing.
Perhaps, you lack of self-confidence?
If it was me, I will definitely brought it here.
Oh, you don't look like someone who can cook.
What? Are you someone who judge people by their appearance?
Here, here! This haunted house attraction are really famous, aren't they?
Haunted house... is it?
We'll go, right, Mashiro-kun?
Well... if Kisaragi-san wants to.
Yes, I'm okay with it.
Good grief, you caused great damage.
I don't really...
What was your purpose of coming here?
A date. With Mashiro-kun.
Seems to be contradicted.
You should've refuse, then suggest that I and this woman go together.
- Can I have a sec? - What is it?
You see, it's okay if I go inside the haunted house with Mashiro-kun, right?
Eh?
Because, it's impossible for me to go with Kisaragi-san's relatives.
That guy is handsome but he's also a bit scary.
Well? It's okay, right?
Of course.
Thank goodness. Thank you.
Let's go, Mashiro-kun. They will go together as pair.
Eh?
Well, see you later.
Next two people, please.
We'll go first.
- Rei-san. - Yes?
I might be stupid.
Oh, you just realized it now?
This way, huh?
Rei-san, wait...
Please wait. Walk a bit slower.
What is so scary with these fake things?
Thank you for your hard work.
Ah, excuse me.
Let's get going. Hurry.
I'm sorry! I'm really bad at something like this.
[chanting charm to ward off misfortune]
It's okay if you can't handle ghost, but you better not be bad at handling your love life.
Don't you have any experience?
In high school there's someone I had a crush on.
We were going to a different school and I don't even know his name.
We often met at the library, nearby.
Just by looking at each other in the eye, I felt happy.
But one day, that person gave me a letter.
'Can we go see a movie together?' was written in it.
The meeting place and time were also written.
Did you go?
No.
I was too embarrassed and afraid that he would hate me.
I can't be timid like that time again, I thought.
That's why, I gather my courage and go to this amusement park.
Do you regret it?
I always imagine falling in love was as sweet and gentle as cotton candy.
But the truth is...
It's full of jealousy and unpleasant thing too.
If you felt like that, it's good.
Since if you don't feel mortified at all that I and that woman's appearance...
...has ruined your long-awaited date...
...I will leave you here, alone.
Rei-san!
Don't you think that Mashiro-sama also felt the same thing you do?
Wah, it was scary!
Kosaka, sorry.
You see, I was coming here to have a date with Kisaragi-san.
That's why, folding your arms around me is a bit...
Is that so... sorry. I was just really scared.
But, if it was like you said, isn't she a bit cruel? That Kisaragi-san.
Even though you're on a date...
...just because he's her relatives, she brings in another man.
It was a coincidence, she said.
I don't think so.
Because it wasn't a coincidence that I am here.
Kosaka...
I came to ruin it. Don't you think he's the same?
Then, they'll laugh at Mashiro-kun behind your back or something like that.
Are you done with the preparations?
Yes, yes. I'm going to put the last incense now.
Yes, okay!
But still, seriously, what is this?
We almost reach the exit door.
Ah, thank goodness. Finally...
Eh?!
Eh, why? It's still daytime.
Perhaps, someone build a barrier around this place.
Barrier?
With that, it will be impossible to keep the spell maintained.
To put the cat spirits back, we need to break the barrier.
How do we do that?
Please wait.
First, I need to find the barrier power source.
Please, tell Mashiro-kun to go home first.
But...
Please. If he sees me in this form...
Isn't it a bit late? Those two.
I am sorry to have kept you waiting.
- Where is Kisaragi-san? - She's inside.
She had too much fear inside the haunted house and felt sick...
...so some staffs are offering her to rest inside for a while.
- Is she okay? - She's inside, right? Then...
Sumire-sama said she wants Mashiro-sama to go home first.
Why? I'm also worried.
Please go home.
See, I've told you. Let's go.
Let's have some fun ourselves.
Um, are you alright?
If you need anything, we can call some medical staffs here.
I'm okay. I'll be better if you let me rest here for a little while.
Alright.
How old do you think she is?
Dunno. At least not that young.
She looks like she's overdoing it.
Hey, how about we ride a ferris wheel? It's over there.
Mashiro-kun.
I'm not in the mood.
You know, it must be a lie that she's sick.
Those two are making fun of Mashiro-kun, definitely.
Fine, wait here. I'll go find some evidence.
Thank you very much. Welcome.
I want to buy a New York Sandwich, just how long do I have to wait.
Excuse me.
What is it?
A while ago my friend who is afraid of the haunted house was sick...
...and she supposed to be resting here.
A friend?
Eh, don't tell me it was from before...?
It should be around 10 minutes ago.
Well, there is someone who take a rest here but... she's in the toilet now.
Eh~? I'm worried.
Kisaragi-san, you're there, aren't you?
Are you okay? I'm worried.
Yes.
You know, Mashiro-kun was angry and went home already.
It was my first time seeing Mashiro-kun got that mad.
He said he doesn't want to see your face ever again.
- You're lying. - It's the truth.
You see, why don't you came out for now?
There it is.
That was impudent.
Hey, how long are you going to be in there?
Kosaka-san, too.
Please go home first.
You don't have to tell me that.
But before I go, I need to tell you something.
You see, I really hate a woman like you.
What the hell with you?! Came out of nowhere and act friendly with Mashiro-kun.
Let me tell you this. I...
...for this whole year, I've been in love with Mashiro-kun!
Playing generous, have a dignity, and pretend to be docile, then...
...sneakily asking him for a date...
...and when the mood is down, you are trying to pull everything out.
Digusting woman.
Get lost for real!
Is something wrong?
As I thought, her condition is pretty bad.
It's better if she lie down and get some rest.
Can you open this locked door?
Ma'am, are you alright?
Ma'am?
There's a woman I know who is supposed to be coming here?
If you talking about an elderly who came with... a fashionable clothes...
...she's been in the toilet for quite some time, the other staff is going to check on her.
Elderly?
Excuse me. I'm opening it.
Ma'am?
Eh? Where's the old lady who's supposed to be here?
Eh?
Ah! Excuse me.
Ah, it's back.
What the... you look well.
I'm sorry for making you worried
Wait! We haven't finished talking.
I also... hate it. A person like you.
Hah?
Someone who always acts differently in front of men or woman.
I really hate it!
W-wait!
Hey, I said wait!
That stupid son!
This is bad.
Mashiro-kun!
Are you okay?
Rei-san said I better go home first, but after all, I am worried about you.
I'm really sorry. I was...
Mashiro-kun! As I thought, this girl is a liar.
She was having fun together with that relatives of hers.
That's a lie!
I came here to play with Mashiro-kun.
I want to have a date in the amusement park with Mashiro-kun.
Mashiro-kun, don't let her deceive you.
That girl...
Let's go.
Okay.
Sorry, we want to go with just the two of us.
Mashiro-kun!
- Um... - Ah, sorry.
It's not that. I'm sorry.
For being sick along the way and told you to just go home ahead.
Well, I was a bit depressed.
And then, for asking you to let Rei-san went together with us.
Yeah, that was also a bit depressing.
I'm sorry.
This is my first time to going out like this so...
I was being insensitive.
It's okay, already.
Anyway, I'm a bit happy.
Eh?
It was surprising that Kisaragi-san can also be furious like that.
Ah, that while ago...
Should we go home? I'm worried about your condition.
No, I'm okay.
Then, should we go for one last ride?
Yes.
It's beautiful.
You see...
Yes?
I... I think of Kisaragi-san...
From the first day we met...
...I think you are pretty cool.
Honestly, at first glance...
...I think this girl is unusual.
But, on that day's first lecture...
...when the other are playing around being lazy, you are the only one who seriously listen.
After that, even when things don't go well...
...unlike me, you communicate with all your heart...
...and make me think, that's how I should be.
Like Kisaragi-san who always work very hard with all your might.
Thank you very much.
But, that's also the reason I got worried.
There is a lot of things I didn't know about Kisaragi-san, but...
...if it's possible, I want you to feel safe when you are with me.
I want to know a lot more about Kisaragi-san.
I will definitely cherish you, so...
...please go out with me.
Is it okay... with someone like me...
Yes.
Please take care of me.
I have given up my 65 years of life without any connection with others.
That there will be a day full of love coming for me is...
Wh-wh-wh-what should I do?!
Congratulations.
Even if you said congratulations...
We decided to go out, you see?
Me and Mashiro-kun.
You are the one who accept Mashiro-sama's confession, aren't you?
But! That was...
When he said that, my chest got all warm, and...
...somehow, I felt like I was dreaming.
In other words, while in your dreamy state of mind you said your answers.
Now once you got back home, you woke up.
That! That's what I meant! What should I do now?
Whatever the case is, with this we are getting closer to the contract's accomplishment.
For me, this is a perfect outcome.
Don't make it that simple.
I am more concern about who is the person that built a barrier at amusement park.
That talented person probably aware about our existence, already.
- That's...! - That's why...
...Sumire-sama should enjoy this youth without any hesitation.
Ah, it's a bit late but...
...once the contract is fulfilled, and Rei-san got your freedom...
...what will happen after that?
That is...
It must be the lady from next door. I'll do something about her.
Please do.
Rei-san?!
Are you okay?
Get away!
I'll deal with this monster.