01x09 - More Than a Childhood Friend, but Not True Love.

[bunniefuu]

That's it.

Don't get over-excited

because of summer break.

Until the 31st of July,

get along well and aim for extra points.

My practical course

with Akari is going smoothly,

but still, we're together

until the end of the semester.

It'll do no good for Akari

if we drag it on

until the second semester.

I wonder what Shiori's plan is

for the summer break.

She might go back

to her hometown in August.

Work exchange during summer break?

Exactly.

The cafe where my brother works

is planning to hold a summer event.

It'll be a three-day event,

but they are short of staff.

So you'll be going for a work exchange.

Yeah.

The other dimension will be holding

special events during summer too.

Anyway, I'd need money

so I agreed to work.

I heard that the work is simple.

Well, it's like an intern job…

so I registered for you too.

What were you thinking?

I can't do this.

Living in a hostel is t*rture for someone

bad at interpersonal communication.

I know.

That's the reason.

How can a wallflower like me

survive among the party people?

Then why do you want to go?

Summer is the season of Marin.

This year, I'm going to prepare

for the upcoming swimsuit gachapon.

I'll need the money for Marin anyway.

Marin's swimsuit gachapon.

Marin!

Here you go. You dropped this.

Thanks.

Shiori.

You're welcome.

This flyer.

Mei and I applied for this job too.

Because I wanted to experience it.

Really?

Yes.

It's just part-time so it won't clash

with summer tuition classes.

Really?

I applied too.

Kamo, did you apply too?

Just like us.

Yes.

For some reason,

I feel like helping people this summer.

I'll work hard with Jiro!

Hey.

What?

Jiro, did you apply too?

Yes… I did.

That's great!

This is fun!

Let's do this together.

It's a win-win situation.

Work exchange with Shiori.

Work exchange with Shiori.

Did you cut your hand?

Pain, go away.

I'm so lonely.

Can I sleep with you?

My heart is racing. I can't sleep.

-The adrenaline is sending messages…

-Jiro…

What?

Regarding the part-time job,

I'll talk to my brother.

As for you, go get your wife's permission.

My wife has agreed.

Okay.

Well, I guess that

won't be a problem for you.

When her husband is not there,

who knows, she might bring other men home.

Are you home, hubby?

Do you want to join?

That's nasty.

Annoying.

She's not that kind of person.

That's surprising.

Only if this part-time job

can be the key to the decision.

What do you mean?

Nothing. I'm talking to myself.

I'm home.

Is she not home yet?

She did mention that

she's going out today.

You're home, Jiro.

What? You are home… already.

What do you think of this?

What…

Am I cute?

You are blushing!

It's so funny! You blush

just because of the swimsuit.

Wait…

How is this a swimsuit?

How is this a swimsuit?

What's wrong with the clothes?

We are going to the beach.

Sachi, Natsumi, and I went shopping today.

Well, I guess this is too revealing.

I bought two.

I think I'd better wear the other one.

You're fascinated, pervert.

Obviously, everyone will stare

at you if you wear something like this.

Well, this is too much.

There's very little fabric.

What do you mean?

Look. The ribbon here is lovely.

Look.

You look so perverted.

That's so scary.

Well, you asked me to look.

And, that's my clothes!

Come on.

Are you going with Takamiya and Ohashi?

Are there any guys?

Do you care?

That's not what I mean.

You'll be dressed like that,

I would feel more rest assured

if there are guys with you.

I mean… Sorry.

You must think I'm c*ck.

What I'm trying to say is,

if there are only girls,

it might be dangerous.

It's not so.

We are going to work.

Work?

A part-time job in a cafe by the sea.

We are going

to live there starting next Friday.

There are a lot

of similar jobs in this period.

Right,

I'm going for a work exchange too.

So I wanted to talk to you about it.

What? You are going to work.

It's hard to imagine.

I don't think I can do it either.

Kamo forced me to go.

You are inseparable.

Don't make such a disgusting statement.

By the way…

Well,

Shiori will be there too.

I think she registered with Hamano.

You are working hard too, right?

With Tenjin.

So I think I should do something too.

Right…

I see.

So you are after her.

That's great.

If you are going alone,

you might end up

eating instant noodles every day.

I was thinking of going with you.

Really? I'm sorry.

Then we have to separate for a while.

Yes.

Hey. Do you feel lonely?

Why do you ask?

I got it.

Sakurazaka is there

so you wouldn't feel lonely.

I see.

Why are you doing this all of a sudden?

Say it. You'll feel lonely, say it.

Quick.

We are husband and wife.

Wait…

I'm going to work for three days only.

Furthermore, we are going back

to our hometown in August.

You must say it then.

Quick.

Why are you mad, by the way?

Get off me.

No.

I just don't want to.

I'm not moving until you say it.

You'll feel lonely, say it.

Stop.

I don't think so.

Hurry up!

Quick! Say it!

Hey, Akari.

Please let me go.

I'll feel lonely.

Charging.

Damn it.

Releasing.

No time to waste.

-Okay, done.

-What?

We've lost three days

to earn extra points.

We have to earn some points now.

Okay.

Hey, Akari.

It's almost time for you to get changed.

Do you hate the swimsuit?

No, that's not what I mean.

I'm thinking about

which one I should wear.

Be honest with me.

Do you like it or hate it?

Well, of course, I don't hate it.

I'm a man, after all.

Generally speaking, I'll like it.

Well, then I'll wear another swimsuit.

Hey! You've pushed me to this point!

Hey.

Let's go to the beach together.

What?

This swimsuit…

I'll take it as your exclusive.

Going to the beach with a girl for work.

That's so pitiful.

Anyway you'll be playing

video games all summer long, right?

You're annoying.

I'll make the summer break fun for you.

Be prepared.

Why is she saying all this?

COME WORK PART-TIME

WITH THE BEST PEOPLE YOU'LL EVER MEET!

Wait. Is the place you're going to work…

-What?

-What?

RESORT CAFE FLOOR AND KITCHEN STAFF

We are here.

Touch down.

For a gloomy person like me,

the sun is blinding.

That's what you said,

but you do put effort into your outfit.

This summer will be full of ups and downs.

I have to work hard too.

I need to work harder.

This is where you'll be staying.

It's rented by us for this period.

The boys will be sleeping here.

While the girls

will be sleeping over here.

Minami is so handsome.

You can leave your luggage here.

Then come to work at the cafe.

-Okay.

-Okay.

Let's see.

So spacious.

There are comforters.

What a nice place.

We are so close to the sea.

Yeah!

Stop it.

You're not on a mountain.

There'll be no echo.

I like it best when it's cold.

There's no need for such confession too.

Hey, I brought poker.

Let's all play together tonight.

Hamano, come join us.

I'm in.

Me too.

I want to join too.

Let's go.

-Okay.

-Okay.

Wow.

The uniform is so cute.

I know right.

I feel so motivated.

The size is wrong.

Can I change it?

It's fine. Just show it to everyone.

It's summer.

What are you talking about?

This is too girly. I'm so shy.

I don't usually wear this kind of outfit.

Because you always wear sportswear.

But I'm so happy to wear

matching clothes with you.

It suits you.

Adorable.

Thank you.

That's more or less about the cafe.

Basically, it's separated

into the kitchen and waiting.

If you've decided

which section to work on,

let the staff know during lunch break.

-Okay.

-Okay.

So good to have you here.

The interior of the cafe looks so modern.

I feel uneasy.

By the way,

you seemed to put

a lot of effort into your outfit.

I don't think you have

that kind of clothes.

My brother was in a good mood.

He bought me those.

And he asked me

to be cheerful, just like him.

Come on.

I wonder who is being polite to him.

By the way,

I might stand a chance to be with a gyaru.

I must be prepared.

I got a lucky divination this morning

and I put on my lucky bracelet.

Next, all I need is to meet

a gyaru who loves enka.

Although I decided to work

during the summer break,

I didn't expect to have the chance

to live with Shiori for two nights.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Jiro.

Do you want to work

in the kitchen or be a waiter?

I think I'll choose

to work in the kitchen.

I'm bad at serving people.

Then I'll choose

to work in the kitchen too.

I feel rest assured

to be with someone I know.

Jiro,

do you want to work

in the kitchen with me?

Okay?

Really?

Yeah.

Let's see.

Can you handle this?

Yeah.

Here.

Thank you.

You are a quick learner.

You're a great help.

I can tell you are listening

to my explanation.

So happy.

After returning the card to the customer…

I need to give them

the receipt too, right?

Excuse me.

Can I add toppings to this drink?

Hey.

Hey, are you listening, sir?

Look.

I think Akari likes this.

Which one? Let me see.

It's a lie.

-What…

-You are so transparent, like a fool.

Well, you are a fool indeed.

Hey. Stop belittling me.

You'll know if I don't teach you.

You are impatient.

Well, people don't like it.

By the way,

your crush likes your friend,

don't you feel hurt?

What will you do if Akari

and Minami are dating?

That's impossible.

Why?

It's my gut feeling.

How is it possible

for you to think intuitively?

Tell me.

That's too much.

I'll get mad if you don't tell me.

It's scary when Natsumi is angry.

So noisy.

What's all the fuss?

They sound happy.

Sorry, Mei.

I made you choose

to stay in the kitchen with me.

Don't mention it.

It's a rare chance

for me to work with you.

Thank you.

Well,

you actually want to be with him, right?

Mei.

His back is still unimpressive as usual.

You should show him your femininity.

I know it's a coincidence,

but it's a chance too.

Get rid of the positioning

of a childhood sweetheart.

This summer is the critical point.

Yakuin.

Sorry to bother you, Yakuin,

but can you get the things for us?

Shiori can't reach them.

Please.

Sorry for disturbing you, Jiro.

Not at all. Which one?

Well…

The syrup.

Jiro.

Sorry. Do you mean this?

Yes.

Go Shiori.

Jiro, get me some detergent.

Wait. Gravity.

Sorry,

but can you move

these paper boxes with me?

Sure, as long as I can help.

Lucky ankle bracelet.

Do you like enka?

Sorry.

Thank you, Jiro.

Don't mention it. Same to you.

Stupid! Why did I say "same to you"?

Are we supposed to put cream on the drink?

Yes. Do you want to practice together?

It's so hard to put the cream in.

This is your first time, right?

Yeah.

Don't worry.

Do it slowly.

That's right.

Just place it along the edges.

Slowly and gently.

Don't rush. Take your time.

That's right. Be gentle.

Is that so?

It's in.

That's right. Move slowly.

Don't rush.

That's it.

You can hold it straight.

About this level.

Jiro.

I'm sorry.

Jiro, it looks like a mustache on you.

Don't laugh at me.

The cream is on your face too.

Where is it?

No, not there.

You got it wrong.

This is so embarrassing.

Jiro, wipe it off for me.

It's tickling.

Shiori, I can't wipe it

if you keep moving.

Jiro's hand is so warm.

Get rid of the positioning

of a childhood sweetheart.

This summer is the critical point.

All done. I guess I've wiped it off.

This summer is the critical point.

Jiro.

Look at me, closer.

Shiori.

Jiro, I…

Shiori.

What's wrong?

Sorry for interrupting.

What size did that fellow ask for?

No idea.

Should we take all?

Jiro is shocked.

Will he avoid me?

She looks reluctant.

I guess it's the end.

Sorry for interrupting.

Please take your time.

I'm sorry.

No, I'm sorry.

I must not rush it.

It's okay.

There is plenty of time.

Mei, I can say it now.

It's okay.

Summer has just begun.

It's okay.

This is not that summer.

From now on,

if I want to stay closer

to Shiori than anyone else,

it's not possible

if we keep things this way.

I must cross the line

that I've been holding on to,

the line of being childhood friends.

Jiro.

Did you bring a swimming trunk?

It's the sea!

So nice!

Amazing.

What a beautiful view.

My eyesight has been restored.

In various senses.

I never thought I could go to the beach

with the popular students

during my high school year.

Don't give up on life, Jiro.

Obviously, we are

different kinds of people.

I'm more surprised

that Akari is wearing

a one-piece swimsuit.

She usually wears revealing clothes.

But still, she looks cute as usual.

This…

I'll take it as your exclusive.

No way.

How is that possible?

No way.

That's not possible.

Where is your swimming trunk?

Don't you want to go into the sea?

You can't swim?

We didn't expect to have free time

so we didn't bring any.

I think it's more than enough

for us to look at the sea.

That's what you say.

But in fact, you've been staring

at some weird parts of girls, right?

That's too much.

That's not a weird part!

It's a sacred part!

Thanks for the eye candy!

Are you dumb?

I don't know what you are saying.

Well…

If you don't mind,

do you want to go there with us?

What do you think?

-Hotel?

-Hotel?

Look! What do you think of this swimsuit?

-This should be the winning swimsuit.

-It's just string. What if it comes loose?

By that time,

your boyfriend will cover for you.

I don't think he's that smart.

Who are you referring to?

No one.