What a surprise!
I would have never imagined meeting you here.
World Music Entertainment Record.
Elite.
E-mail me sometime.
Gotta go.
A hug?
Like when you meet an old acquaintance,
you hug each other, "Oh, long time no see!"
Like how they do in the movies.
Oh, like they do often in Western films.
Yeah, yeah.
Eh, so the man who hugged Sae is a foreigner?
No, he's Japanese but kinda seems... Americanized.
By any chance, is he pretty handsome?
Hmm, well I don't know about that...
With a refreshing face...
I don't really think that's it either.
Is he about 20cm taller than you?
You say pretty harsh things, Akane-chan.
And he has a wonderful smile.
No, I don't think so.
It's probably him...
Wait a minute, I just denied all those descriptions.
That's because you're jealous.
Who, me?
That person knew sign language, right?
Yeah, he did. He seemed pretty adept at it.
He's probably the guy, who was in the same orchestra as Sae, when she studied abroad.
Huh?
His name is Kakizaki-san, he was Sae's senpai.
He was a violin prodigy.
When I went to visit Sae over there, she introduced me.
Were they going out?
No way, he had a girlfriend.
Oh, but she did admire him a lot.
She often wrote to me about him, in her letters.
Like on Valentine's Day, she'd give him chocolate.
He received Valentine chocolates from her?
Even after Sae's hearing went bad,
I think he was there to really support her.
He studied sign language with her.
He treated her like she was his little sister.
Like she was his little sister huh...
Who knows?
Man, I'm so hungry.
Why are you guys sitting apart?
Well...
C'mon, let's go over there! What's the problem?
There we go, hey.
Oh, there you all are.
All together, too, I see.
I went to the lounge, but you guys weren't there.
Hey, that looks good.
Oh.
Huh, what is it?
Our relationship is that close, isn't it?
I don't know how "close" we are, but don't do things that are ill-mannered.
Oh, is that so?
Oh yeah, about what we talked about last time...
I don't dislike you so why don't we go out?
You like me, don't you?
Huh? Last time, didn't you say that you liked me?
That was a confession, right?
It's all right. All of you guys don't have to look at me like that.
I, Keita Yashima, liked Akane Ozawa, but she clearly rejected me last time.
So I've decided to give up.
So, even if Shohei and Akane go out, there's no problem. I'm very very happy.
Right?
Let's shake hands, as friends.
Oh...
As we've always been, just friends.
You're not going to class?
I have my fourth next.
I have fourth next, too.
Really?
Hey, hey.
What?
Oh, never mind.
What do you mean, what is it?
Is there something you want to say to me?
Not really.
What? Just tell me.
Then, I'll say it.
I heard you gave Valentine chocolates to a senpai you liked.
It's like from a girl's manga, It doesn't suit you.
Ouch!
There she goes turning to violence again.
Why did you come all of a sudden, senpai?
Don't call me "senpai." We're not in school,
and I quit playing the violin too.
Now I'm just a regular salary man.
That business card from before
World Music Entertainment Record!
Isn't it really prestigious?
Everyone knows about them.
You're still the senpai that I admired.
You're the only one who would say something like that, Sae-chan.
"Am I playing the piano properly?"
Tell me.
Yes, you play perfectly.
Really?
Really.
That's why for a moment, I thought your hearing came back.
I see.
You took good care of me while I was overseas.
Afterwards, when I returned to Japan
I tried going to all sorts of hospitals for treatment but...
I see.
But I guess sign language is something that you don't forget.
I'm really grateful that you learned it for me.
During that time if you weren't there with me,
I would've been very lonely.
I'm happy we got to talk again.
Me too.
Is it okay if I invite you again?
Am I a bother?
You never messaged me so I thought I was bothersome.
No, it's not that.
It's just that...
I didn't have the courage to message you.
I'm not very good at dealing with men.
After I lost my hearing, my heart became desensitized.
But, I guess with you, senpai, it's different.
It's not the same as dealing with other men.
Actually, despite what you thought, I did mean it in that way.
You know Kai-kun, she's really falling in love fast.
Akane-chan, your looks deceive people.
Talking like that, and it seems like you've been hitting on Shohei, too.
Let's put issues with me aside.
Are you really sure you want to let Sae go this way?
It doesn't matter if it's good or bad, I should congratulate her.
Wow, what a mature statement.
But he's a good person, right?
Oh, Kakizaki-senpai?
Hmm, he did seem like a good person.
Then it's fine. There's no problem.
I guess you're right...
So now you're acknowledging them?
No, you see after Sae lost her hearing, she became scared of getting into a relationship.
Would it be that big of a deal?
Would it really bother someone that much?
Most people would be bothered.
But I guess in that sense, you're different from other people.
Is that so?
No, I'm complimenting you!
Thank you very much.
That's why, I thought it would be you.
I was by her side all this time, but I wasn't what she needed.
What do you mean?
There are some things that girls can't do for each other.
In a girl's heart, there are some places that can only be filled by a boy.
I thought that person would be you Kai.
There can't be two overlapping.
Overlapping?
I don't think I'm the one for her.
The one she can go to, is someone like that senpai of hers.
It's not enough to just like her.
So you do have feelings for Sae?
Well, who knows?
The answer, to that question is blowing in the wind.
What's that supposed to mean?
Wasn't there a saying like that?
You scared me, Sae-chan.
That's your girlfriend, isn't it?
Girlfriend?
No, it isn't.
What happened?
Are you okay?
You didn't twist your ankle?
Are you okay?
She's...
That girl in the magazine, Is a pretty famous model.
I thought that if I went out with her,
I'd feel like I would have some high value, too.
Well, you see...
Even though I don't have anything, I wanted to feel like I had something.
Unlike you, I don't have anything...
Like music.
Photography? I don't have the confidence.
My boss even said recently that I have no talent.
Why?
"I'm..."
Sorry.
Sincere?
Oh, I get it!
"Why do you talk to me so sincerely?"
I wonder... Maybe it's because you're quiet.
Are you mad?
Well, you see...
When people bother me too much, I have trouble saying what I wanted to say.
I lose sight of my true feelings.
I end up saying mean things, and hurt them.
Then I don't know what to do anymore.
Is this about Akane?
No.
It is.
I swear it's not.
What about you?
Personally, I thought you and Kai would definitely go out.
But now you seem to have a new boyfriend?
But, right now in the Orange Society that's the hot topic!
Is that guy better than Kai?
Well when it comes to Kai,
I don't think he likes me in that way.
You mean romantically?
What about you, Sae-chan?
Honestly, I don't know.
We've become so close, I don't know anymore.
You're being sincere as well, Sae-chan.
Hey, I noticed that everyone learned sign language for me.
Once you start, it's actually pretty fun.
In the lounge, when we talk
we all use sign language.
Why is that?
Because if you were the only one who couldn't understand, it would be boring.
Akane-chan told us,
When we're talking we should use as much sign language as possible.
I told them, what's wrong with that?
Is it wrong to go out of our way?
For example, if you were American, and we all knew English,
we would probably all speak English in front of you.
It's not different!
Everyone thought that if you couldn't understand them it would be boring.
That's why I told them we should use as much sign language as we learned.
Was that really such a bad thing?
Sae, you're selfish.
You always said that you didn't want to be pitied,
and that you'd rather die than have people pity you.
But if you're not the center of attention, you get into a bad mood.
That's not true.
Yes, it is true!
Sae, you're always shining like a star.
And I'm next to you like a cloud of darkness, making you stand out.
You have some nerve!
Even Keita, he was interested in me at first! Then, he just moved right on to you.
Huh?!
It's not like you even like Keita, Sae!
You don't like him either!
That's right. I don't like him!
Then let's stop fighting over some guy that neither of us like!
That's true, but...
then how about Shohei?
What?
Nothing!
What is it?
Speaking in a way that I can't understand...
You're spineless!
What?! You...
Girls?
Class is about to start.
Okay.
Here!
Where are you going, all dressed up like that?
I don't want it, I'm full.
Oh really?
I wonder, maybe I'm nervous.
Because you're going on a date?
Does this look strange?
It doesn't look strange.
You tried your best.
It's impossible to do any more than that.
Right? I'm really cute.
"Really cute?" Who would say that about themselves?
What should I do,
my heart's racing.
Take deep breaths and write "Taro Okayama" on your hand then swallow it?
No, no... I was joking. Besides, that's a little different.
I suppose.
It's okay!
When you meet your sweet boyfriend, you'll calm down.
Now then, I'll tell you some magic words.
"Today, Sae is as cute as ever."
Where were you going, again?
The Tokyo Tower,
or... Roppongi Hills.
Somewhere like that.
"She's so cute, that the Tokyo Tower and Roppongi Hills will fall down because of her beauty."
Oh yeah, and if you can,
keep your harsh tongue down and your cursing to a minimum.
What else?
Other than that?
I could think of another 100 or 200 things.
Then it's okay.
I don't have the time to listen to all those.
He's coming to pick you up at three, right?
He must already be here.
Later! I'll pray for your success.
What is it?
Are you
sure this is okay?
What?
If I...
come to like someone else
are you okay with that?
Even if I
go away,
will you be okay?
It looks like he came.
For now, all I can say is, I don't think you should throw shoes in front of him.
She always tugs at the edge of my heart,
and takes it with her without letting go.
Whenever she pulls on my heart, it always hurts a little.
It's so beautiful!
Feels so good!
Is it okay if I take you out again?
All right, but...
If I'm bothering you just tell me.
Do you have a boyfriend?
Whew, what a relief!
Safe!
Since back then, when we were in America I always liked you.
Really?
It's true.
But I had a girlfriend, and you were an unreachable flower.
You were so pretty, and even now, you're prettier than ever.
So I mustered up my courage and asked you out.
My hearing is pretty much all gone.
Are you okay with that?
That doesn't matter. Sae-chan, you're still Sae-chan.
When we were overseas, do you remember giving me Valentine chocolates?
Deep inside, I felt like I was on cloud nine.
Back then, because of all the circumstances,
I couldn't express it well, but I really liked you.
Even now, I like you.
Hey, do you know a senior named Sae Hagio?
Eh?
She's deaf.
Oh, she's always over there, with those guys.
Thanks.
Kai, you always look so cool! Here, look over here!
Shut up!
Hey!
Is there a girl named Sae Hagio here?
No, she's not here right now, but...
So, is this girl pretty?
Well yeah, I guess she's pretty.
Who are you, lady?
Oh, nothing. I'm sorry for bothering you.
Who was that?
- Who knows? - But she was hot...
I like cute girls.
Shut up.
Hello?
Oh Yuji? I haven't heard from you in a while.
What? Huh?!
What's wrong?
My old man collapsed.
I'm saying, your photo and a MD.
A picture of you, and a MD with your performance recording.
Okay
But why?
Why?
Because even when we're apart, I want to be able to see your face,
and listen to your piano.
Keita called, and said the cancer was in its early stages.
But if he gets surgery, he should recover.
And the surgery is next week.
So, he won't be returning until then.
Hey, C'mon guys, what is it?
It's good news, so let's all look happier.
I'm not used to this kind of thing,
so I'm a bit nervous.
Honestly, I'm nervous as well.
Have you decided on your wine?
I'd like something on the heavy side.
I see.
Are you cold?
Ah, that's right... What did you do with your shawl?
I forgot it in the car.
In the car?
Do you want me to go get it?
No, it's okay.
Stay here.
Lend me your key.
My key... Here you go.
The Debut of Sae Hagio, the Deaf Pianist Beauty!
"Even in the competitive music would, Sae Hagio draws people's attention with her performances."
"Her skills in piano are unquestioned, and you can tell just by looking at her that she's a beauty."
Yeah, things are going smoothly. Just one more push.
I'll smooth-talk her into it.
There's a production company that says they want to work with us, too.
Tread carefully.
I didn't get a chance to see her in person,
but things are progressing well, so it should work out.
The chief seemed pretty interested, too.
Okay then...
I'll contact you later.
What happened? You look upset.
You tricked me!
Tricked you? Don't make it sound that bad.
But that's what you were doing!
You're the worst!
Let's not make a scene here.
I threw away the discs and pictures.
Wait a minute!
I don't think this is such a bad deal for you.
In that state, things must be difficult for you.
You still haven't found work, right?
Don't you think it's a good deal?
You can debut!
You can release your own CD's!
It's not decided for sure yet, but I'm talking to my superior right now.
Well? Let's work together!
I don't want to use my condition to make money!
Senpai, you really did change.
Hey...
Is this the only reason why you met with me again?
Sorry.
I wasn't doing well at all with my work, and at this time...
I was about to lose my job.
That's why, when I saw you...
I thought "Maybe I can use her!"
"Maybe I can sell her."
I had those kinds of horrible thoughts.
Finally,
can I ask you one more question?
When you said that you liked me,
was that a lie?
Sorry.
I see...
Akane
Kai Yuuki
Respond to me, Kai Yuuki.
SEND
I have responded. - Kai Yuuki
I got dumped.
I see...
I was thinking, it must have been an illusion.
Yeah.
After I lost my hearing, it was the first time anyone told me that they liked me.
Yeah.
I thought that I could fall in love again.
I was feeling special because there was someone who said they even liked someone like me.
I thought that I could be that sparkling girl again.
Yeah.
That's all you've been saying.
I don't know what to say. But, I'm listening.
Are you really listening?
Are you sure you're not watching TV or eating a cup of ramen?
Talking over text messages is unlike a real conversation,
the time that you spend waiting for a reply is irritating and a little painful...
It makes you think, "Oh, he's not going to reply anymore."
but then you get a long message.
During that moment,
the words that aren't that meaningful can seem so endearing.
I'm not. I swear to God I'm not. I just turned the TV off.
Aren't you cold there?
No, I'm fine.
I want to see you.
Can I see you?
Out of battery. Please recharge.
Please leave now.
What's wrong?
What do you mean, "What's wrong?" You're the one who said you wanted to see me.
How did you know I was here?
I had a feeling.
Although, I did look everywhere like the bookstore...
I felt so sad...
I knew it was one-sided,
but it was my only love.
I treasured it inside of me.
I treasured it for a long time.
Like this.
I held it close, in my right hand...
But...
When I opened my hand,
it was empty.
Emptiness...
There was nothing.
I was stupid.
Hey...
Try opening your left hand.
Am I
in there?
Hey...
Don't you get embarrassed
saying cheesy things like that?
You bet it's embarrassing!
I hope it reaches you
Todoite kureru to ii na
届いてくれるといいな
In a place you don't know, I'm playing a tune of my feelings for you.
君の分かんないところで 僕も今奏でてるよ
Kimi no wakannai tokoro de boku mo ima kanadete iru yo
They are like a flower that withered before it could sprout.
育たないで萎れてた新芽みたいな音符を
Soda tanaide shioreteta shinme mitai na omoi wo
Futatsu kasanete narasu hamoni
二つ重ねて鳴らすハーモハーモニー
Put these two notes together and they make a harmony.
I repeat "Thank you" and "I'm sorry" over and over again.
'arigatou' to 'gomen ne' wo kurikaeshite bokura
「ありがとう」と「ごめんね」を繰り返して僕ら
人恋しさを積み木みたいに乗せてゆく
Hitokoishisa wo tsumiki mitai ni nosete yuku
Our longing like building blocks we stack them up.
Wazuka datte akari ga kokoro ni tomoru nara
僅かだって明かりが心に灯るなら
A small faint light burns in our hearts.
大切にしなきゃ と僕らは誓った
Taisetsu ni shinakya to bokura wa chikatta
We should treasure that which we vowed.
Meguriatta subete no mono kara okurareru sain
めぐり逢った すべてのものから送られるサイン
The signs that come from the things we've encountered.
もう 何ひとつ見逃さない
Mou nani hitotsu miotosanai
We wont miss a single one ever again.
そうやって暮らしてゆこう
Sou yatte kurashite yukou
Lets live our lives this way.
そんなことを考えている
Sonna koto wo kangaete iru
That is what I'm thinking.