01x05 - Episode 5

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I heard it's very popular…

So her most prized possession

is her husband.

Makoto, are you okay?

Show Makoto proof that Rena is actually

a vicious k*ller.

I'm sorry but…

I need you to quit.

Uh… Excuse me?

I understand that you care

about me and Rena.

But…

You've learnt…

a bit too much about Rena.

What?

I know…

that Rena seems smiley

and perfect all the time,

but actually…

she's very sensitive

and vulnerable.

I think…

what she did was just a severe reaction

to work and relationship-related stress.

That's my take on it.

"Cruel and terrifying."

I understand

what other people might think…

You're wrong!

-Listen, she's--

-But…

I married her and I'm committed to her

until the end.

The reason is personal, and…

I know I can't ask you to understand it.

Which is why…

for both our sakes,

we should draw the line here.

Why does Makoto Hanai

care so much about Rena?

How can he stay by her side knowing

what kind of person she is…

But if he learns you're Sawako

and you were framed

and almost k*lled by Rena,

that should change his mind, right?

I don't think he'll believe me

in this current situation.

You'll need to regain his trust

so that he believes you.

Rena? I'll be home soon.

Yeah.

Excuse me…

I was completely out of line yesterday.

I sincerely apologize.

I…

I wanted to be a pianist.

It was my lifelong dream.

However…

I failed to achieve it.

So I have always admired

Ms. Rena's achievements

in such a glamorous world.

That's why

when I saw what she did…

I thought that this can't be

who Rena truly is.

I wanted someone to reassure me,

someone who really knows her.

But…

what you said helped me understand

that she's just another human being

trying to survive.

Her struggles and sufferings

must be something I can never understand,

but I feel ashamed

that I didn't even try to understand it.

And if I quit now, I knew I'd regret it,

so rather than giving up,

I came to see you.

I want to support Ms. Rena

the way you support her!

Please let me keep the job!

I beg you!

Please raise your head.

Thank you for thinking about

Rena's situation.

I look forward to your continued support.

I'll work hard! Thank you!

I appreciate you coming.

Wait!

-Yes?

-This is for you.

Chamomile?

I believe in floriography,

fifteen chamomiles mean "Sorry".

Oh, does it?

You didn't know?

No, I didn't.

-I'm home!

-Makoto!

Welcome home!

-What's with those flowers?

-Oh…

A surplus from the shop.

-That's unusual.

-You think?

-I'll put it in a vase.

-Okay.

Something's not right…

1, 2, 3. Aquarium!

-Jinx!

-No way, you too?

-Perfect, let's go to the aquarium!

-Yes!

Let's start by introducing ourselves.

Ms. Bando?

Okay.

-I'm Bando from class A, third year.

-Nice to meet you.

14 YEARS AGO, SPRING

I'm Hanai from class B, a first year.

Nice to meet you.

I'm Iijima, class B, second year.

Nice to meet you.

I'm Oikawa from class C, third year.

Nice to meet you.

MS. TOMOMI, MR. MAKOTO AND I

CAN DO THE SHOPPING.

THANK YOU!

Shopping?

Yes. Did Ms. Tomomi tell you about the…

Oh, for the surprise party?

I thought you'd know best

about what Ms. Rena likes,

so I wanted to ask you

to do the shopping with me.

Sure, no problem.

Thank you.

I really hope it'll make her happy!

I'm sure she'll love anything

if it's from you.

Yay, we're home!

Let's go that way.

Welcome back!

Ms. Rena!

You're back early.

You went for a walk?

Yes.

Kokoro.

Come to Mommy, Kokoro!

You smell like your dad, Kokoro.

The smell of flowers, perhaps?

We went to a park nearby

so it could be that.

Did you have fun?

You do love flowers, don't you?

Kokoro.

What's wrong?

Kokoro…

Oh? What's up with Kokoro?

-She's been crying for a while.

-Oh?

Do you just want our attention?

Is that why?

Kokoro?

-Hey, I have an idea.

-Huh?

-Let's go for a walk.

-I can't…

I have work.

But it's your day off.

The flowers for the recital venue

aren't ready.

I'm sorry.

I wish I could go.

It's okay.

Come home soon though.

I will.

Alright.

-Thank you for coming.

-Not at all!

We can't talk about it in the house.

-So on the day, I will…

-Ms. Tachibana!

What's up, Rena?

Apparently it will rain tonight

so I wanted to bring you an umbrella.

Oh, thank you so much.

You've been so busy lately.

Shall we make a bouquet together?

No, it's okay.

-I need to practice the piano.

-Okay.

I hope work goes smoothly.

See you later, Makoto.

Thanks.

Let's go, Kokoro.

-Get home safe.

-Okay!

I'm sorry about that.

No problem at all! I'm fine.

I didn't think she'd come without calling!

So kind of her to bring an umbrella.

She really loves you.

It's lovely.

Shall we head out?

Yes, let's go.

SUNNY

0% CHANCE OF RAIN

This is such a cute shop!

A birthday party needs…

a party hat!

Oh wow, Kokoro would love that!

There's all so cute!

They really are.

What color do you like?

Hmm… I don't know.

-I'm going to check downstairs, too.

-Okay.

I think we're basically done!

What are you thinking for her present?

Hm… What should I get her this year?

-Finding a gift takes time, doesn't it?

-Yes.

I like thinking about it though.

Whenever I wrap my customers' gifts,

I wish I could

let the receiver know

how much thought went into it.

I knew it, but you really are so sweet.

-You knew it?

-Sorry. I just…

Oh?

-Do you like this writer?

-Yes, I do.

Do you read, Ms. Tachibana?

I used to.

Really? Any recommendations?

THE SILENT DISAPPEARANCE

Huh. I didn't expect

that you like this kind of book.

Yeah, I like mystery novels

and horror stories.

Me too.

I love them!

Any recommendations?

Ms. Tachibana?

Oh, I'm sorry!

If you like this author,

I think you'll like this trilogy.

That looks interesting!

So that was a lie…

Ms. Tachibana!

Kokoro's asleep so let's have some tea!

I really enjoy baking lately.

Remember we bonded

over butter roles, Sachiko?

I remember clearly.

Sorry, I just called you Sachiko.

-Apologies.

-Not at all!

-I don't mind it.

-Really?

Then Sachiko it is!

How about you?

What do you like to do in your free time?

Uh…

I like to take long walks

and listen to music.

I see.

Is that what you did last weekend?

I went shopping that day, actually.

What did you do?

Us three went for a walk near the beach.

We hadn't done that in a while.

-That sounds lovely.

-It was.

Since I was young,

I had no doubt that I was going

to marry Makoto someday.

Makoto moved to my hometown

when I was ten.

I had no friends back then,

but he became my best friend

and he never left my side.

I just thought

I can never live without him.

That's lovely.

You two are such an ideal couple.

And you, Sachiko?

Have you ever felt this way about anyone?

The way I play…

it's really boring, isn't it?

I like it.

It sounds warm

and pleasant to me.

Thanks.

I want to hear more.

You're the only one who'd say that!

You think so?

Yes.

-Mr. Bando m*rder*d…

-Just stay there forever!

Why did he k*ll himself then?

It was out of guilt, wasn't it?

Makoto's incapable…

of loving someone.

He never can.

Sachiko?

I'm sorry! I need the bathroom.

MAKOTO HANAI

THANK YOU FOR THE OTHER DAY

Hey, Sachiko?

Sawako!

What's this?

Rena! Happy birthday!

Wow! You guys!

Happy birthday!

Thank you!

-Yay!

-Woo-hoo!

I honestly had no idea!

We wanted to surprise you!

Isn't this great?

This is amazing!

Ready, go!

-Happy birthday, Rena!

-Happy birthday!

Ms. Tachibana was the one

who planned it all.

And we all helped her out.

-Oh, wow! Really?

-Yep!

Thank you so much, Sachiko.

I feel emotional…

I've wanted these for ages!

I'm so happy. Thank you, Makoto.

-I'm glad. They suit you.

-They're so cute!

It went well!

And it's all thanks to you.

Not at all.

I'm glad she enjoyed it.

-What do you think?

-I want to know more about Ms. Tachibana.

It sounded… familiar.

You mean, Makoto's mother was m*rder*d?

It can't be…