Say, have you heard of oshi?
It's the "o" from endorsement and "shi."
A person you want to endorse, a person you want to support.
In my entire life I've never had anyone I'd call my oshi.
It's not the same as fawning over someone on TV.
You truly want to support that person
with your time and money.
As for me...
I was someone who always sought recognition.
"That's nice."
It's like my goal was to get recognized
and to receive a lot of Likes from other people...
Now I know how stupid I was...
And...
It was my oshi who changed me.
Like a close friend.
Like a younger sister.
Like having a child...
Your other self.
Another me, so to speak.
That's why...
He fell from an apartment building.
...she was my oshi.
That's why I supported her.
When I met her,
people would assume I'm an ordinary and satisfied woman.
Gym and yoga after five,
dating my boyfriend on the weekends,
girls-only gatherings at fancy restaurants on weekday nights.
One year and two months before...
Enough boasting, Natsumi.
What did I miss?
Natsumi's having a vacation in Hawaii. What's more, at a holiday house!
How nice~
- In Kahala, even. - All the super rich are there!
I'm not rich.
Must be nice.
And here I'd do anything for a day off.
- Isn't that pathetic? - Don't be like that.
Unlike us, you picked the universal course in life.
That's right. You're a person with great responsibilty.
I should have picked the area course, too.
I wouldn't have to worry about transfers either.
- You don't really think that. - Yeah, you don't. You definitely don't.
Still, you're even working during the holidays?
What's even worse, it's work that doesn't appear as work.
It's a pointless yet extravagant reception.
What's that about? Sounds like a lot of fun.
There's nothing fun about that.
My boss dumped it on me because it's too much of a hassle.
My GGT is already at 100!
Hey, you better take care of your body!
The company's future rests on your shoulders.
Whatever you say.
What are you doing on your days off?
Well, I'm kinda like waiting for Kyosuke.
Traveling together?
It's just that
apparently he was approached about a transfer overseas.
At last? Where?
Portugal, he said.
That's why I assume I'll get to greet his parents rather soon.
So you're going with him to Portugal?
- Guess I have no choice. - Isn't Portugal a bad thing?
He's working for Yotsutomo, right?
In their case, Portugal means...
What?
It means that it's definitely not their mainstream business.
Is that so?
You won't have much wiggle room once you're married,
so you should really think about your options.
You're well informed.
- That's common knowledge. - Really?
You see, the market in Europe is stagnating and...
"She's such a poor loser."
"Got the looks and the job, but no boyfriend."
"That definitely won't get her many Likes."
That's the kind of pretentious mentality I had in those days.
Mainstream or not, I'll be coming with you.
- You taking a picture? - Is it delicious?
- A picture, yes. - Aren't you filming?
- What are you eating there? - A cake.
- Hey, I know you're filming! - What kind of cake? I'm not filming.
- This one? - Yeah, I'd love a piece.
You want some? Here.
What do you mean?
As I said, please let us break up.
Yeah, but w-why?
I think I already mentioned it, but I'm getting transferred overseas.
It could be a turning point for me.
I still don't understand why we have to break up.
You really don't know?
What about it?
Don't give me that.
This is strange! Look!
This one, too!
I had no idea you were posting those.
I was really shocked when my friend told me.
To be honest, that's kinda gross and excruciating.
I'm not some tool for you to get Likes!
Wai.. Wait! Wait a second!
Kyosuke, wait! I'm sorry! I'm sorry!
I didn't know you'd hate it that much! I'm sorry! I won't do it again!
I'm sorry! I'm truly sorry!
It's not just that, you know.
I don't want to introduce you as my wife.
Most of the people who start a new job overseas have intelligent wives.
Knowing the language, being versed in Japanese culture.
That sort of community.
That aside, you should at least have a great personality,
great people skills, know how to communicate...
I think I at least know how to communicate.
What's with them? They having a quarrel?
Man, I almost feel sorry for her.
That's not true!
I was actually asked by a colleague!
"How can you even date her?"
To do that in public... How embarrassing.
This is disgraceful.
He totally ditched her.
You know what?
That's not even their mainstrea...
aiko - "Kabutomushi"
Yes?
- That's 2,160 Yen. - Yes.
- Is everything alright? - Yes, I'm fine...
It's gone!
Isn't your wallet right here?
Ah, I'm not talking about my wallet...
One second...
I'm sorry, but could I use your phone?
- Our phone? - Yes.
Ah, h-hello?
Yes?
I'm sorry, but I think this is my phone.
Ah right, I found it,
but I haven't delivered it to the police yet.
Well, I'm gonna come and pick it up,
so where are you at the moment?
Can you come to the live house called "Basement"?
Can I ask your name, please?
My name is Azukisawa.
Got it. I'm on my way then.
( Reception currently not staffed. )
What's... happening?
It was a bunch of charming girls singing and dancing.
Among them...
there was one girl
who clearly struggled at keeping in pace with the others.
However, her trying to be part of the group
totally reminded me of myself.
Why?
Why are you up there?
You're the only one who can't dance, not to mention your awful singing!
You have the nerve despite having no talent.
Know your limits and go home already!
And what's with your bangs!?
You afraid of people!?
What?
You know I'm telling the truth!
Right?
What are you crying for?
Crying...
Crying won't get you anywhere!
I vented my anger on her...
I know...
I'm the absolute worst.
Believe it or not,
but that's actually how I met my oshi for the first time.
Hey, we're supposed to hurry.
Say Sunny Si~
- There you go. - Thanks.
My apologies.
I'm sure Hana will come out any time soon.
It's fine.
Is she okay?
I'm sure she's fine.
Do your job, will you?
We don't need such troublemakers.
Of course.
Anyway...
Give this to Hana. I think she's going to like it.
- What's this? - A washing machine.
A washing machine?
She wanted one.
I already paid for it,
so she can call this number and get it delivered.
That's so generous of you.
Huh? Did you change your phone?
Nyah, I found it and missed the chance to return it.
Could it be that troublemaker...?
Maybe.
You better not get involved with her.
Why don't give it to the police instead?
What?
You're killing me.
You're just too adorable, Karin.
What's gotten into you?
- We should get married already. - Married?
I'm not so sure about that.
My phone was my most precious possession
and yet I somehow couldn't care less about it being gone at the time.
- Good morning. - Good morning.
Good morning.
What's wrong, Endo-san?
My hay fever has gotten the better of me.
You okay?
My apologies for my unsightly appearance.
Sunny-side-up egg...
I got it as a gift. Is it weird?
No, it's... cute.
Thanks.
I had a guilty conscience for venting my anger on Hana,
but I figured I wouldn't ever see her again
and decided to forget it ever happened.
Hello, you've reached Daito Life Insurance.
I'm interested in your Plan 25. Should I get it?
Allow me to forward you to the sales department.
I'm asking YOU!
Should I get it or not?
My apologies, but I'm not in charge of...
You serious?
You don't even know your own company's products?
What the hell are you even doing there?
Like I said...
I'm asking why such an incompetent
and self-important moron like you is even...
You okay?
Yes.
We're getting a lot of those phone calls lately.
Some people must really want to vent their anger.
Sounded like it, yeah.
- Anyway, don't worry about it. - I won't.
- One ticket, please. - Okay.
- 2,500 Yen. - Right, sorry.
The other day was the release of their new song,
so even the most secluded fans attended,
but today is more like the norm.
You're that noisy troublemaker, right?
Yeah, sorry about that.
The mask makes you even more suspicious.
Right.
Are you here to apologize to her?
Yes.
I see, I see. That's good to hear.
- Sunny Side! - Up! Up!
- Now and always! - Up! Up!
This means they're about to come out!
I can't see Hana-chan.
We're your suny-side-up eggs again today.
Let us be your tiny sun. We're...
Sunny Side Up!
Thank you very much!
I'm sure you've already noticed, but Hana isn't here with us today.
Say, do those things happen a lot?
- Those things? - Like one of them being absent.
Hana-chan... It's that girl, right?
It's not like I made her stay at home or anything like that, right?
Tha... Thank you for coming today.
T-Thank you. Thank you.
You're getting changed here?
I'm sorry about that. My apologies for being late.
- Your bangs are gone! - You cut it yourself?
There's no way I was going to get an appointment,
so I cut it myself thinking, "How hard can it be?"
Geez, you could have just asked me.
I mean, look at you.
- I'm... I'm sorry. - There's no need to apologize.
But how come you suddenly cut them?
Because I tend to hide behind my bangs.
I usually do this when I'm troubled.
Apparently it also makes me look like I'm crying.
I know can't improve my singing and dancing right away,
but I guess I can at least fix my bangs.
Say, couldn't you have just put up your hair?
You didn't have to cut it.
Right?
You got a point there.
But Hana! That's remarkable!
I'm proud of you, Hana-chan!
A forward-looking attitude!
Then, how about we have Hana announce the first song?
Okay Hana, what's the first song?
"Ochanoko Sunny Side"
Hana's dancing and singing was as awful and miserable as before,
but her positive and dauntless attitude
shined ever so brightly.
"I have to move forward as well."
Want to use this?
It's a Polaroid ticket for Hana-chan.
You can talk to her and get a Polaroid.
- Okay, let me... - It's fine, it's fine.
I'm a hako-oshi.
I'm all about increasing the fanbase.
Hana-chan.
Do you remember this person?
I... I didn't do it out of spite or anyth...
That was extremely cool!
It's like you and I are the same.
I mean...
I'd like to keep on supporting you with that sort of feeling.
T-That's...
T-Thank your for your continued patronage!
...my what?
P-Please... continue... y-your patronage...
I'll try my best to support you.
Thank you for your guidance as well...
That handshake...
...was the beginning of Hana and I working in unison.
That is...
...until you pushed Urita-san off a building, I assume?
Yes.
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