The Yakuza's Guide to Babysitting
Sugihara, this is the first time I'm atoning for my mistakes,
so I need you to watch.
Wait, wait, hold up!
I've got a hunch about what you're atoning for, but no way!
I made up my mind after your lecture.
Don't use that as an excuse to cut off your finger!
You'll let me off the hook if I do this, right?
I mean it, stop! Seriously, don't do this!
Just let go, damn it!
Someone help!
Shut the hell up!
Episode 12: The Little Lady's Babysitter
Are you two okay?
Yes...
Yeah... We got yelled at.
Man, never a dull moment with you two.
Aoi-san.
I could hear you all the way from the other room.
No wonder the boss was pissed.
When'd you get here?
You were so riled up that you didn't even notice?
Probably about half an hour ago.
More importantly, the boss told me
why you two caused a fuss at the park the other day.
Your name's Sugihara, right?
Huh? Y-Yes...
I've basically watched Toru grow up, so I know what kind of guy he is.
I've been wanting to say this ever since I saw you lecturing Toru in the park...
You're a good guy.
Huh?
Toru's always been a damn troublemaker.
R-Right...
I bet he's put you through hell and back!
You can talk to me whenever Toru causes you any more trouble!
Aoi-san...
You guys are just saying whatever you want with me sitting right here, huh?
You've been through a lot, too, little lady.
It must've been scary when you were attacked.
I'm okay. I think Kirishima was even more scared than I was.
When he came back to the hospital, he was cryi—
What the heck was that just now?
By the way, did you get home okay after that, Aoi-san? Ow.
I bet your wife was worried since you got back late.
Actually, the problem was more that Koki woke up.
I think his fussing was probably worse.
He wanted a present, he wanted cake...
His yelling woke Hina up, and then she started crying.
Hina?
Huh? Oh, I guess you guys haven't met yet.
I've got a little girl at home who's younger than Koki.
Wanna see?
Here.
She's so cute!
She is!
You were just like this once, little lady.
You sure did gush about her a lot back then. Went on and on about how cute she was.
And back then, you sure did run away a lot...
Could you not reminisce about the past so angrily? Yikes.
Kirishima, you knew me when I was a baby?
Yes. Only a little bit, though.
No fair...
Huh?
I didn't know you back then.
Uh... that's okay. You don't need to know.
Mrrr.
Yeah, that really isn't fair.
I bet you wanna know about the old Toru, don't you?
Come on, Aoi-san.
I know, little lady! Why don't you come over to my place?
I have tons of old pictures of Toru.
Huh?!
Huh? Wait, no way...
Koki's been wanting to play with the little lady, too.
Plus, I'd love for you to meet Hina.
I'm sure she'd love to meet an older girl like you.
Er, uh...
I'm fine with us going to your place, but we don't need to talk about me...
Kirishima.
Yes?
If you tell me one story about you, that can be your atonement.
Atonement?
Yup, atonement!
Er, uh... Could I just offer my pinky instead?
Why are you so against this?!
Then I guess it's settled!
So, hey...
What is it?
I want to go to Koki-kun's house soon.
Koki...
Oh, right. Aoi's place.
Can I?
Sure, as long as Kirishima goes with you.
Also, I'm going to make sure... Kirishima atones.
A-Atones?
Makes no sense, right? I don't get it, either.
Gloom...
I guess you know exactly what's gonna happen.
Hey, guys.
Thanks for having us over.
We're here to play.
Hey, thanks for coming. Come on in.
Wow, it's Yaeka-chan!
Mom! Yaeka-chan's here!
Pipe down, Koki!
Thanks for coming over.
I'm his wife, Aoi Sanae.
Thank you for always looking after my husband and son.
No, no. Please...
Please enjoy your stay today.
How adorable... You look just like a doll.
Oh, you're just so precious....
Sanae... The little lady clearly doesn't know how to react.
Here you go.
Oh, that's so cute. It's a kitty cake.
Ko-chan told me that you like cats.
Yup!
Yaeka-chan's really good at drawing, too!
So, I was thinking... Yaeka-chan...
Are artistic guys your type?
Seriously?!
Ko-chan?!
Koki! You little—
Stop trying to hit on the little lady!
Jeez, you—
Aw, why not, though?
Who the hell did you take after, anyway?!
Mama!
Oh, dear. Hina-chan woke up.
Daddy and Ko-chan yelling must've startled you, huh?
There, there.
Hina-chan?
Oh? Are you curious about Yaeka-chan?
It's okay, she wants you to come closer.
I guess she can tell that you're a nice older girl.
Huh?
Ko-chan tells Hina-chan about you all the time.
Hina, hurry up and get big, okay?
So we can go and play with Yaeka-chan together soon!
He's always so happy when he talks about you.
Maybe that's why Hina-chan already likes you, too.
Say, Yaeka-chan. Once Hina-chan gets bigger, will you play with her?
Sure.
Thank you.
Toru!
Uh, yes?
Here. You seriously have such a dull face without your sunglasses.
Not sure how I'm supposed to be full of life after having coffee spit onto my face.
Yeah, sorry about that. Also, you're still using those?
This is a good chance to give you a different pair.
Are you gonna open your own sunglasses shop?
You're pretty much the only one I can give them to,
so pick out whichever one you like.
Huh?
Here, Toru. You can have these.
Sunglasses?
You have such a dull face, but people keep picking fights with you.
I figured those might help you out a bit.
Right...
Nice. They look good on you.
Thanks, but... I'm good with these.
Huh? Really?
They all look the same to me, honestly.
What?! They're all different, though!
Huh? I don't see how.
What, are you friggin' blind?!
This is the problem with you guys that just don't get it.
I'm not sure what you want me to say.
Whatcha lookin' at, Yaeka-chan?
Those are from the same brand you're wearing now.
Huh...
Those are pretty expensive, y'know.
Dad and that guy look like they're having fun.
See? Check out these frames!
Mhm.
Those two are acting like they used to.
They've always been really close.
You've always been as easy to read as an open book.
Oh, yeah. I promised the little lady I'd show her old photos of you.
Ah... you really didn't need to remember that.
Kirishima!
You need to atone!
Oh, that's right.
Hey, this brings back memories.
Is that me?
Yes, I believe it is.
Huh?
Oh, this.
You don't remember?
Some dudes picked a fight with you, and you came back totally wrecked.
Then the boss told you not to leave for a while.
Wow, this is Yaeka-chan?
That happened a bunch of times, though.
Yeah, I guess I can't deny that.
The Sakuragi Family After Yaeka Was Born
Oh, jeez. The first-aid kit's empty.
Listen up! You're not allowed to move a single step from that spot all day. Got it?!
If there's any sign that you left, I'm gonna kick yer ass!
Yes, sir.
Have a safe trip, sir!
Man, I'm bored.
Aoi-san and the boss have a meeting...
And I guess Kanami-san went shopping.
I bet I can at least go buy some cigarettes...
Wight hewe.
Little lady... You're awake?
I'll go get your mom—
Wight hewe!
What the— Does she want me to go over there?
I guess that was it.
Huh?
Uh...
What?
She seems to... want something?
W-Wow.
Very good job?
Heh.
That smug look!
Is that for me? Thanks...
Huh?
There, now it looks even cooler with the round one you gave me.
Wow, you're so amazing, little lady.
No good, eh?
Sho coo! Sho coo!
Huh? You want me to do it again?
Mm...
All right.
But no crying if it falls apart, okay?
Aw, Toru-kun.
You were playing with Yaeka?
Um... Sure.
Yaeka's sleeping all funny again.
Um, could you help me out here?
Are you tired?
Yes. Um, but...
This might not be so bad every once in a while.
Say, Toru-kun...
Ma'am?
Will you play with Yaeka once she gets older, too?
Um...
I'm counting on you. I'm excited for both of your futures.
I see... That's when this is from.
What is it?
Oh, uh, it's nothing.
Say, Yaeka-chan. Once Hina-chan gets bigger, will you play with her?
Will you play with Yaeka once she gets older, too?
Kirishima, tomorrow...
Kirishima?
Huh? Yes?
So, um...
I wanna buy Mommy some flowers tomorrow.
Sure, of course.
The Yakuza's Guide to Babysitting
Welcome. Are you looking for something in particular?
Um...
Is this a gift for someone?
I'm going to give them to my mommy.
Then let's find the perfect flowers to make your mommy happy.
Okay.
Sorry, but could you pick something
that won't take much effort to care for?
Huh?
We're visiting her in the hospital.
We'd like something that will last a while and bring good luck.
You got it.
There are more over there. Want to take a look?
Mm.
Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe?
Aren't they adorable?
A lot of tiny flowers will bloom.
Huh... They sorta remind me of stars.
Do you like these flowers?
We used to have some at my house.
My mother took care of them.
Does your mommy like flowers?
She does.
Huh... I see.
Thank you for waiting.
Here you go.
So cute...
That's great.
I'm sure these will make your mom happy.
Yeah.
Thank you very much.
How much do I owe you?
Kirishima...
Yes?
Should we get these for your mommy, too?
Huh?
Your mommy likes them, right?
I'm sure they'd make her really happy.
Dear Mommy,
Kirishima-kun, things are going to get even more exciting.
I'm sure of it.
Come in.
Good morning, little lady.
It's almost time for breakfast.
Okay.
Huh?
It's been a while... Mom... Dad.
Kirishima Family Grave
What the hell?
Now there are tons of flowers.
I guess that's okay, since you always liked them.
Why do you like flowers, Mom?
I mean, they're cute and pretty, of course...
But I think what I like most is enjoying their flower language.
Flower language?
Each flower has its own symbolic meaning.
Tulips mean "compassion," and sunflowers mean "adoration."
Huh... What about these, then?
These?
Yeah, these.
These... Kalanchoe mean...
It's a secret.
Huh?! Why?
These flowers where the kind your father and I bought
right before you were born.
It's a very special flower we chose together
while talking about how we couldn't wait to meet you.
So I want you to look up its meaning once you're an adult, Toru.
What? I'll totally forget, though.
Well, you do forget things quite often.
But that's fine.
Flower language gives you secret messages. That's why I love it so much.
Flower Encyclopedia Seasonal Flowers and Floriography
[Kalanchoe] Flower Language -Brings happiness -A big heart -Lots of small memories -I will protect you
Damn it... Why?
Why would you do that for someone like me?
So, these flowers...
The daughter of the guy who's looking after me now recommended
that I get these for you because she thought they'd make you happy.
She's only in grade school, and she's way more responsible than I am.
And yet, I'm somehow her babysitter...
Hilarious, isn't it?
I'm sure this is a hint for me to do something right despite how dumb I am...
But there's so much I've realized now because of the little lady.
Before this, I had no answers.
I just tried to find the right one.
And I was always frustrated because I couldn't find it.
But the truth is... There are plenty of right answers within me.
And it's important for me to get closer to those answers.
Actually... Maybe I don't really get it yet.
I'm not very talented,
so despite my age, I keep messing up, and causing trouble for all kinds of people.
Hopefully, I can tell them all how I really feel.
But I ain't any good at that, either.
I always wonder what the hell I'm doing...
But now, I'm able to realize these days aren't so bad.
So whenever you get bored of being up in heaven,
come check on me.
Grave
I'm sure I'll be getting by in whatever way I know how.
See ya.
I'll come by with flowers again sometime.
I'll need the boss to show me how to arrange 'em first, though.
After Kirishima became my babysitter,
I was surrounded by so many people before I knew it.
I've got more friends now, and Ohagi's so cute.
I'm a little closer to Sugihara now, too.
Ayumu-chan and Rei-chan are a lot of fun, too.
So I'm not as lonely anymore.
I'm gonna keep being really close friends with everyone
so I don't ever have to be super lonely again.
Dear Mommy, You can do it. I believe in you. Love, Yaeka
Mommy, you can do it. I believe in you.