The ring my mother gave me.
Seems I don't have much life left. I will go back to Japan and look for my mother.
Stop!
You are my treasure.
She has another son apart of me.
It's worlds apart from you, who were abandoned.
What would she do if she knew I'm her son too.
Having to be the accomplice to her evil actions is so pitiful.
Why are you here?
Don't get close to them anymore nor to my daughter.
It was adultery. Between you and Kurokawa-san--
I want you to accept Touko, mother.
I always thought that Satoru couldn't do without me. But I understood today.
Even if I'm not there, he will do splendidly.
For an abandoned child, if he's not useful for people, his life has no meaning.
For a parent, a children is unconditionally precious. But I can't have that.
Have you lived all your life thinking so? - Bokechin, sing me a lullaby.
Sleep, little darling~
What? Are you crying?
Come on, don't cry.
You are not a kid...
Wait, what are you doing?
Just because I let you use my lap as a pillow.
Got it, got it. Won't do it anymore.
But you accepted it.. - I didn't.
It was sudden, I was just surprised.
Actually, how gross.
Wow, stinks!
This wet towel stinks!
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It's great you are getting more chances to appear in music shows, isn't it?
Yeah. - Your fan base will spread.
It's thanks to your management, Rinka.
My management didn't do much.
Your job will gradually increase from now on.
I wonder if it won't be better for you to get an adult manager who can make a full-fledged strategy for you.
Eh?
I was thinking about quitting being your attendant.
For real?
Yeah, for real.
Don't joke around. You know I always panic before concerts.
What should I do then if you are not there?
When the actual thing starts, you give a good performance. It will be fine.
That's because you are by my side, Rinka.
That's a subjective impression, it's not like there is anything I can do--
No, no, no. I need you, Rinka.
Man, I got nervous just thinking about it.
My hands are shaking. Will the filming later be fine?
Why did you talked about quitting at such timing?
It will be fine.
You will be fine, Satoru.
Calm down.
If you do it as always, it will be fine.
It will be fine.
Sleep, little darling~
In the garden and the farm~
The birds~
You are admirable, Chan. You have grown up well.
Good, good.
Ah, is Satoru appearing in any show?
Seems so. And you?
I am appearing in a variety show with a performer.
You have a wide range of skills, huh?
My strike zone is also wide.
Seriously so.
Are you stupid?
Were you serious before?
Yes.
What will you do if you quit? - I am thinking of studying abroad in America.
And what will you do after studying abroad?
That...
I haven't decided yet.
What's with that?
Is it okay to be that vague? Then no matter what you do,
it won't go well. - Don't decide randomly about it.
Because my father is Reiko-san's manager, and our houses are close,
I indirectly became your attendant.
I've been thinking lately if that's fine.
There may be more things for me to do...
I understand that.
Ah, Touko.
Excuse me a moment.
You have filming? - Yes, for a variety show.
I see, that's awesome.
Hey, why don't we go for a meal after you are done?
I will wait for you.
Don't you have company, Satoru?
Not really. Ah, wait a moment.
Rinka, sorry. Can we talk about it later?
Leave ahead. - Okay.
What are you doing? - Oh, what is it?
Take me home.
What? Just you?
Satoru has a date with Touko-san, they will go in Touko-san's car.
I see.
I am thinking about quitting being his attendant and going to America.
Eh? America? - Yeah.
When there is something hard to see in front of you,
it's fine just to go somewhere when you can't see it anymore, right?
Why didn't I notice before?
You are deserting?
I am quitting a battle I can't win.
Isn't it like that?
No matter how much I think about it, Satoru won't notice me.
He won't realize that I like him either.
So, why America?
I want to go study languages there.
I was thinking about studying English.
What's with that?
Fool women start saying they will study when there is nothing to do.
An empty head won't get any better no matter what you try putting in.
Shut up. I don't want to be told so by somebody that can't read kanji.
Hurry up and start the car.
Touko, what you said the other day,
will you think about it?
About getting married,
also, you don't like me?
You said so the other day.
I like you. Really.
I think you are cute. - Really?
But, no matter how I look, I'm not that aggressive.
Despite how I look, I'm not good at competing with people.
I don't like having many rivals.
Rivals?
Like your mother,
And also,
like your attendant.
Are you talking about Rinka? Why would she be a rival?
Isn't that girl in love with you?
That's not it, we are childhood friends.
She supports me, but that's all.
Aren't you the only one that think so?
Thanks. - Sure.
I have returned.
What are you doing there?
Excuse me. I finished work.
And why only you are here? Where is Satoru?
He's with Touko-san.
Don't stand there in silence,
it's unpleasant.
Okazaki Ryuu.
Is that your real name?
Yes.
Why were you in Korea?
My parents worked in food importation.
I heard you didn't have parents, though.
I did. We didn't get on well, so I left home.
When I was 12.
The ring you had the other day,
what happened to it? - Ring?
The one you had hanging from your neck.
Ah, that one?
I lost it. - You lost it?
Is that all?
That old man,
is clearly cautious about me.
Like, "the inconvenient man came".
Well, isn't it understandable?
If a son like me came up,
and the world knew about it, it'd be bad.
But I won't back down.
I will do well so that old man doesn't have anything on me.
Bokechin said she'll go to America.
But I will stay.
America...
That fool woman.
26th of July.
Soon it will be one month since I came to Japan.
My condition is perfect today too.
I was told my life is limited by a serious medical condition,
but so far, there is nothing.
Maybe that was a wrong diagnosis.
Although,
I don't know what will happen tomorrow.
My motto is "ichi-nichi ichi-zen".
Meaning: "Do one good deed everyday" Literal meaning: one day, one bowl
That's one bowl a day.
I will eat a delicious meal once a day.
That's what it means.
Let's work hard!
Thank you.
Article about Satoru's passionate hug with his attendant and childhood friend.
What's this?
What should I do?
I'm sorry that my daughter caused troubles to you.
There is no doubt this ruins his image.
The female fans he worked hard to get will run away.
They took such a picture, huh?
Excuse me.
I have to call Touko.
And, what happened with that article?
It's a misunderstanding. There is nothing like ardent love between us.
I panicked before the real take, and Rinka calmed me down like that as always.
As always? - Yes. So there is nothing between us.
Right. She's always encouraging you.
You are close, right? - I told you that's not it.
I've never seen Rinka as a woman.
It's unthinkable, unbelievable.
It's definitely impossible.
That's not it. Yes, yes...
But I told you, Touko.
Don't stand up at such place.
You want to resign as his attendant? - Yes, I think it's the best.
This is the most important time for Satoru.
Now that his female fans have increased,
it would be a waste if his popularity went down because of me.
What will you do if you quit?
I'm thinking about studying languages in America.
I luckily found a school that accepts enrollment in the middle of the year,
I was thinking of departing soon.
Why did you tell her it was okay to quit without consulting me?
Because I understand her feelings.
Rinka's feelings?
You didn't notice? At all?
Rinka likes me?
No way. Touko told me the same, though.
But nothing comes to my mind.
Even though Touko-san noticed it too, you didn't,
That's not good.
That´s why she can't support you anymore.
So stay quiet and let her find herself.
For her sake.
I'm back. - Welcome home.
Is it okay? - Yes, thank you.
I'm sorry for doing this so suddenly.
No...
I have an obligation towards Reiko-san,
I plan to keep working for her all my life.
But you have your own life.
you don't need to be tied by duty or sympathy.
Father. - Yes?
Was Reiko-san beautiful when she was young?
Ah, yes, she was.
She was beautiful, and overflowing talent.
She had an energy like a fireball, it was impressive.
When I went to a music related publishing company,
I watched her first recital.
I was overwhelmed.
I thought that even if I devote myself in order to spread her greatness to the world, I wouldn't regret it.
At that time... - Yes?
You were single, right? - Yes.
Devoting yourself... purely as a person?
Or... - Yeah?
No, it's fine.
It was nothing.
You have really worked hard all this time for Satoru-kun.
You are admirable.
Welcome back.
OK!
I am thinking about quitting being his attendant and going to America.
When there is something hard to see in front of you,
it's fine just to go somewhere when you can't see it anymore, right?
What? What are you looking?
Eh? Say, what are you making today?
We have curry today. - Curry?
I will help you, lend me that. - Eh?
You know, I worked at a restaurant for some time.
Ouch!
Bad, bad. You are so bad at it, Rikkun.
It's fine, just sit down.
Sorry.
Are you okay? It hurts?
I'm fine, I'm fine. I hadn't done it such a long time I lost the skill to do it.
In some months, your hands and leg will get numb,
you will be sleepy, feel nauseous, your head will hurt and then your body will paralyze...
In the end... It will lead to your death.
Are you really going? - Don't put that face, send me off with a smile.
Anyway, I will be back after a year or two. - One or two years is a long time.
By the time I come back,
You may be married to Touko-san.
Don't neglect the piano because you are too happy.
I know.
Do your best too, Rinka.
Yeah, I will.
See you. Excuse me.
Satoru.
Why are you silent?
Are you mad?
Hey, what is it? Why did you stop?
I hate people that give up in the middle of a competition.
What?
I like people that,
fight till the end even if they know they'll lose.
I don't get what you are saying.
Like, it's that.
He's been clearly unsettled since you said you'd leave.
That may be a surprising way to turn the tables.
Impossible.
Indeed, I said it after being always with Satoru for 24 years.
I see.
Can't you say something better?
Like I will have fun at America or so.
What is there in America anyway? Just stupid big pancakes and stupid hamburgers.
Since I took the decision, don't shake it off.
Why are you saying that now?
Will you be that lonely if I leave?
You want me to stay by your side?
Yes.
Eh?
If you leave,
I will be lonely.
No... What?
What are you saying? The one I like is Satoru.
I know. - Then, stop kidding.
Really, don't get so conceited just for one kiss.
Don't get mistaken. - Don't get so mad, I told you I know.
Hurry up and start driving.
We arrived.
Bye.
Sure.
Hey, what happens? Are you okay?
Wait, what do I do? An ambulance, I have to call an ambulance.
No need for a doctor. - Even if you say so...
It's fine, stop.
What should I do?
Watch your steps.
Okay, slowly, slowly.
Feels good.
Did it get better?
Yeah.
Thanks.
Is it okay not to go to America?
I gave up for today.
I see.
We are back.
Sorry.
Sorry for the intrusion.
You're here?
Welcome back. - Who is she?
Ah, her? She's Bokechin.
Bokechin... I have a proper name, you know? I'm Rinka.
I'm Wakana.
I will make dinner.
She's Wakana, and there is Sakana over there.
It's fun, right? Wakana's son is Sakana.
I will make chahan today. - Good, my favorite.
Chahan, cha-chan!
Cha-han, cha-chan!
Wakana was raised in the same institution than me.
She's like my sister, even if we are not blood related.
Of course, I'm not blood related to Sakana either.
Obviously. - You, sit down.
He's in his rebellious age.
Hey, can't you even greet the guest at least?
Hello. - Hello.
You can't go back home at this hour, right?
Have dinner and stay the night, Wakana's food is delicious.
Is it okay?
Yes.
I'm so hungry, think I'll eat lots today.
Somehow, you are energetic now. Chan, are you fine already?
Yeah, I'm fine.
He's not Chan, he's Rikkun.
Rikkun? - Yes, his name Ritsu actually.
The kanji for it is this...
The "Ritsu" from "Senritsu" (melody), that's cool. Like a musician.
What's that. Wakana, hurry up with the food, I'm so hungry.
There is still a lot left. - Make the portions large for Sakana and me.
Yes!
You are going to America after all?
Yes.
How insistent.
Sorry.
You don't have to send me off tomorrow.
I get it.
Hey.
Does what happened today happen often?
No.
You should better go to see a doctor.
Got it, I'll go.
Hello? Is that Hwacheon Hospital?
Can I talk to doctor Park Jun Soo?
Hello?
I am Ryuu, from the Donfa group. Do you remember me?
I do.
Tell me honestly.
I...
How much time do I have left?
How about some hot dog?
It's delicious.
One for 200 yen.
Sorry.
Yo.
Sell me, okay?
Why?
I decided not to sell myself.
Rikkun said it was fine to sell hot dogs, but not to sell myself.
What kind of cheeky flashy line are you saying?
It's fine, come here.
Hot! Hot!
You bitch! What are you trying?
Hey, stand up and let's go.
Hey, what are you doing? Stop!
What the fuck is wrong with you? Get off the way. - I will call the police.
What?
Got it, got it. I'm leaving.
It's fine, it's okay.
Hurts?
Are you okay?
Okay, just one more.
Done.
He said I have three months left.
Somehow, seems I will die sooner than you.
That was fun. - It was great.
The best! There is a paper-thin difference between horror and laughs.
I laughed.
Touko.
No matter how much fun you are having, don't forget to take your meds.
What happens?
Nothing, sorry.
Careful. - It's sparkling so much.
Ah, Rikkun? Welcome back, Rikkun.
What? Bokechin!
Weren't you going to America?
Wakana, what happened to you?
This? Rinka-san treated them for me.
Also here, and here and here too.
What happened? - Rinka-san put them all for me.
You know, she chased away a bad guy.
They said he ran away when she said she'd call the police.
I see.
Somehow, you not that bad, Bokechin.
It's not Bokechin, she's Rinka-san!
She's Bokechin. - Yeah, to begin with, what's Bokechin?
It's fine, Bokechin is Bokechin.
Mum, the candle is disappearing.
We have at home, go take it.
I don't know where. - You will see them looking around.
Where? - In the shelf.
There is in the shelf, there. - What shelf?
Did you give up about going to America?
You told me before, Chan.
That you wanted to be useful for somebody, because you were an abandoned child.
I may have that in me too.
What do you mean?
I thought that,
If I am here, maybe I can be helpful for Wanaka and his son.
But that's quite naive.
So I think I have to go after all.
You don't have to go.
Eh?
Stay here. Forever.
Until I die.
What? What are you saying?
People have something called fate.
Meeting you in Korea,
was a coincidence.
But being able to meet you once again here in Japan,
I think it was fate.
No...
What's that?
You really say such pretentious things.
Even though you are an old man.
I was obviously joking, Bokechin. Don't take it seriously.
What? - Yes, there are 3 more months left.
I will make the best of these three months. I should be thankful.
Three months...
Found it! Let's do it together, Rikkun!
Let's do it. How nostalgic.
Okay, be careful, be careful.
How bright!
Pretty~!
This feels nostalgic.
We'll always be together.
There are new ones there.
Pretty!