I've decided...
I'm not going to marry you.
Chiyo, what's going on?
Are you serious about marrying Yamashita?
Yamashita!?
Say something, Papa!
What about you and Ryunosuke?
I'm done. I've decided not to marry him.
Are you sure about this?
Don't ask. Just leave me alone.
Dad approves of Yamashita so I'll marry him.
Mr. Yamashita?!
You're going to marry me?
Don't get the wrong idea We haven't discussed this.
My God!
Uh ... I'm willing... Most willing indeed.
Eitro... ...Aki
Sorry to drop in so suddenly. I have something important to say.
Is this the right time to talk?
You see. I'd like your permission to marry Aki.
Please... Please stay calm, somehow.
Dad, I've decided, I'm going to marry Eitaro.
Sis...
I'll marry no one but him.
We've dated for 10 years and I know what I'm doing.
Please, Sir... Let us get married.
Just state your terms.
I'll do anything as long as you give me Aki's hand
Sir, I'm begging you too. Let me marry Chiyo.
Is this necessary?
I don't know what I should do.
I have nothing more to say.
We did it!
I have no idea what I should do.
SHOTGUN WEDDING 11 (Finale)
I still can't believe it.
Neither can I.
Incredible! Right!
I just don't get it.
Me either.
Something is not quite right.
I think there's something wrong.
Feels like a dream.
Wonderful! Congratulations!
What's so wonderful about that?
He consented to our marriage.
Who said so?
We were...
Don't interrupt. That's annoying.
What did l do wrong?
Eitaro. l have something to ask you.
I'm really confused.
I can't believe Chiyo wants to marry Yamashita.
She worries me.
The very thought of their being together irks me!
Take it easy.
I've never been in such a mess.
That shows you still love Chiyo. Am I right?
What's he like? The guy Chiyo wants to marry.
He's just like any other middle-aged man.
Pretty normal. Nothing special about him.
Chiyo!
Are you really going to marry Yamashita?
Really? You two are getting married?
No, I'm not going to marry him.
I've explained it to him very clearly.
I feel kind of bad about it.
Anyway, I've made up my mind.
I'm moving back to Dad's.
Pardon me, I know it's not my business...
but I hope you'll do your best to make Aki happy.
I will.
You don't know Aki at all, do you?
I know Dad hasn't forgiven me completely.
Once I move back, I'll start thinking about the future.
The future?
I've decided I don't want to get married.
I'm going to be a single parent.
There'll be someone in our lives we can never forget.
As long as you're with this person you'll feel happy.
Ryunosuke is a good man. Do you really want to give him up?
There are millions of people in this world,
but there's only one out there for you.
Are you sure you want to live life alone?
It's a gamble.
You're a good man. and an excellent canoeist.
You'll find someone soon. You've got a nice face.
I guess I will.
I won't be alone. I'm having a baby.
I'm going to be a mother soon.
I think this will make me a stronger person than I am now.
I hope you'll take charge of the project,
but, we need your reply soon.
Does Ryu know?
No, Chiyo wants to keep it a secret.
Why?
Beats me. She said she wants to be alone.
Life can be so cruel sometimes.
Two people love each other yet they can't be together.
Reminds me of what Grandpa used to tell me.
Your grandpa?
He said some things cannot be rushed, neither can they be delayed.
There's always a right time for everything.
Timing?
Yep, timing. Don't push it or drag your feet.
If you're slow...
Then, it'll pass you by.
Here.
l won't take it.
I've decided not to get married.
I didn't decide that.
I'm not taking the ring back.
Are you serious about marrying him?
Yeah.
It's not unusual for a girl to marry someone who didn't father her child.
Are you sure you'll be happy?
I think so.
I'd rather marry him than stay in a miserable relationship.
At least I might have a shot at happiness.
Like how? You don't even love him.
But ... ... But what?
You're so used to a life of complete freedom.
You hate to be tied down.
And you're a workaholic.
When you're working, everything else is forgotten.
You're more focused when you're shooting a 15-second ad,
getting the angle and stuff right than when you're with me.
You'd devote all your time to something so unimportant.
And it didn't bother you when you passed out from exhaustion.
I don't want to marry a fool like you. I want a simple life.
I yearn for a normal life, that's all.
I'm willing to give up my job for you and our baby.
Trust me. I don't mind living a normal life.
Are you nuts? Some things can't be compromised.
Your dream is to see the world and call it your home.
I don't know if it can be considered home, but it's your dream.
Won't you regret giving up something so important to you?
Can you say for sure there won't be any regrets.
Ask yourself honestly if you can do that.
You'll end up hating me.
I don't want it this way.
You're not honest with yourself and I resent that.
I really resent that!
I ...
Go fulfill your dream.
Because ... I will always love you.
Chiyo...
Take care.
What's happening?
Oh God! Keep still and don't be angry.
It took Mommy a long time to come to this decision.
Your daddy really hopes to fulfill his dream.
We should let him do it.
Understand?
Do you really have to leave the country?
Don't you want to talk it over with her again?
I know Chiyo's intentions.
She said all those things to make me feel better.
I'm not all that clueless.
Since things have come to such a pass,
I have to go ahead with my plans.
For Chiyo and our future together, I'm going to work very hard.
Ryu...
I have a favor to ask of you.
What?
My time will be taken up by the job.
So, please help me take care of Chiyo.
And... the baby.
I know this is a lot to ask, but I hope you can do it.
I will.
Stop crying.
Speak for yourself.
Ryu...
Leave Chiyo and the baby to us!
Eitaro?
Since Aki and I are getting married the baby is part of my family, too.
Go forth and sail away like the great Titanic! No worries.
What are you doing, talking about marriage?
Eitaro, the Titanic sank.
Oh. I forgot. Let's make it the great Yokohama.
It has a beer garden with sunflowers...
He's talking nonsense, again...
Ryunosuke, give it your best shot.
Will do. You too.
Hang on..., he's kicking again!
Really? How adorable!
There aren't any proper accommodations, so we'll be sleeping in tents.
Chiyo, you have to get the hang of the breathing technique.
Cheers!
I'm very good with my fingers, Dad. Try it.
Done! Where's Chiyo?
She has gone to the hospital.
Is she due?
Just another prenatal checkup.
The baby is due next week, so relax.
Things wouldn't be this messy if someone hadn't interfered.
I wonder if Ryunosuke...
Quiet!
You go on and on about the same old thing.
Toxins?
There's protein in your urine.
Do you get headaches and giddy spells besides feeling tired?
Only a little, at night.
I'll check your blood pressure.
Doctor, am I okay?
Everything seems fine, but I want you to check into the hospital today.
Today?
Hello...
Dad?
Is Chiyo okay?
I'm sorry. I forgot Chiyo's motherhood handbook.
Could you get it from her room and bring it here?
Ryunosuke's Departure Date
Didn't I say to be very careful with the budget? You've exceeded it.
We don't have much to work with.
I know. Don't forget...
Ryu!
What brings you here?
Knock it off. I came to visit.
Hear that? Maybe he wants his job back
Aren't you leaving today?
How did you know?
It's written here.
How did you get your hands on that?
Don't ease up yet. Your work is just starting.
Make full use of this big break.
Yes, Teacher.
Since when were you ever a student of mine?
All right, people. I have a meeting to attend.
Still as stubborn as ever.
All ready to go?
Yes.
Work hard.
You, too. And take care.
Work within the budget!
What's going on?
I'm sorry.
Thank you.
June 6, 2001, tagged along with Sis on her vacation trip.
Saw Ryunosuke, again but he doesn't remember me.
I am so disappointed.
We are alone for the first time, under the romantic moonlight.
I'm pregnant.
I'm worried.
But, felt more assured when Ryu suggested we keep the baby.
July 28, it's the 7th week.
Dad finally found out. Our plans went awry.
But deep inside, I have faith in him.
Ryu was late for our first lesson in parenthood.
Baby is doing fine. So adorable and most amazing.
We have to test if Chiyo is suitable for surgery.
It's going to hurt a little.
Hold your hands tight.
Chiyo Hirano
Felt the baby move for the first time. It's really there.
I'm sorry. The toxin has spread.
The baby's pulse is very weak.
This is not good.
It'II be dangerous for both mother and child.
Time just flew by. Into my 5th month, now.
Ninth month of pregnancy.
Sadly, Ryu is gone.
Very excited about the arrival of the newborn, but uneasy as well.
Have been feeling very tired, lately.
Is the baby all right? Will he be born safely?
Been crying a lot over trivial matters.
Lost count of the number of times I've cried since getting pregnant.
Tears of sadness, loneliness, happiness and uneasiness.
I'm sorry I had to come to this decision.
But rest assured that you're going to be a happy baby.
l'll make sure things will be all right soon.
You'll get to meet your daddy one day.
For his sake, hang in there.
Though l know I can't see him,
it doesn't make the yearning any less.
l want to see Ryunosuke so badly!
Doctor!
Ryunosuke?
Chiyo!
What are you doing here?
Doctor...?
She'll be just fine.
I'll be right here with you.
Aren't you flying off today?
Hang in there.
You're going to be late.
I'm staying here with you.
I thought the job means a lot to you. Don't give up, now.
What's more important in this world than life itself?
I'm going to be right here for you.
Doctor, we're counting on you.
Let's get started.
Scalpel...
The same old feeling.
It's just like when Ippei was born. The same with Jiro.
When Mita came along, we waited anxiously, too.
The arrival of a newborn always brings good luck.
Mom recovered from her illness when Ippei was born.
I got promoted soon after Jiro arrived.
When it was Mita's turn, we moved to a new house.
To be close to Mom.
Children are a blessing.
That's right.
Don't worry, the baby will be just fine.
We're all praying hard.
And Ryunosuke is here with us.
The baby will be safe.
Absolutely.
No question about it.
Do you hate me?
The two of you couldn't be together because of me.
If you hadn't objected to our relationship at that time.
Chiyo and I would probably have broken up.
It was you who made us stop to think.
And I think things became clearer for us.
We asked ourselves whether we were marrying only because of the baby.
I gave my relationship with Chiyo a lot of thought.
And also the baby, my job and our future.
About my responsibilities as a father.
I thought about all this long and hard
before I decided to get married.
When Chiyo gets better,
I'll pay you a formal visit.
No matter what, I'll try to get your approval.
Chiyo, the baby and I need your blessing...
to start our life together. I mean it.
No matter how times change the man's role remains the same.
He has to take full responsibility for his actions.
This is something that will stay constant. Sad but true.
I hope to become the kind of father you are.
I really hope to have your blessing.
Please let us get married.
Ryunosuke...
Chiyo and the newborn...
They're all yours.
It's a boy.
He came into this world safe and sound.
He's a very lucky child!
Both of us have you by our side.
Thank you.
Tetsunosuke!
Do you like the baby's name?
He's so adorable.
I'm so happy for you.
The baby looks exactly like Ryu when he was born.
Chiyo was also an adorable baby.
I think he resembles his dad, more.
Mr. Kotani, how can you still stay so calm?
Tetsunosuke. I'm your uncle, Ninja Cat.
Don't confuse the baby.
You're scaring him.
Tell Eitaro to stay away.
You don't have anything better to do?.
Now, what should we do?
Daddy has lost his job, but since it's for my baby, it's okay.
Both of us have lost our jobs, too, And we don't even have a baby,
We heard about your newborn. Congratulations.
Check out our creation.
I've seen your work. I need your services.
No way ... a job?
Is this a job offer?
The baby brought you luck. Good for you, Ryu!
Isn't this just wonderful?
Screenplay Yoshida Noriko
Cast
Takenouchi Yutaka
Hirosue Ryoko
Ishida Yuriko
Abe Hiroshi
Katase Nana
Tsumabuki Satoshi
Sakai Toshiya Imai Yoko Tsumabuki Satoshi
Sakai Toshiya Imai Yoko
Takabayshi Yukiko
Kondo Yoshimasa
Okayama Hajime
Sawamura Ikki
Kinomi Nana
Chiba Shinichi (Sonny)
Subtitles based on English translation by Y. L. Chua and subs by Kelly S.
Fuji TV