I finally got it!
A cat photo book by Ishiai!
Mom sends me pictures of Momohiki,
but now I have more cat photos!
It's chicken soup for my soul!
It's been about a month now.
Has Kazuki found a place to live already?
I admit that life with the three of us had been fun.
I'll miss him a little.
ARISA: CAN WE MEET THIS SATURDAY?
-Speaking of which, that message… -I know, right?
My new book!
Don't just stand there staring off into space.
I was waiting for the light to turn green.
Wow. I should be the one who gets upset.
Thanks to you, I dropped my coffee.
It got on my shoes.
-You need to pay me. -Hey now…
Stop that.
You're the one who ran into her.
You're unbelievably pretty.
If you come with us, we'll let this girl off the hook.
Ah, that hurts!
-Don't touch me. -That hurts!
Apologize to her, now.
It was just a book!
Just a book?
You don't know how much this book means
with my three basic needs confiscated!
I hope a cat pees all over your mattress!
Don't drill it with the corner of the book!
You're skinning my head! It was my fault!
Ah, that's hot. That was so painful.
HEH
Go work on yourself.
Let's go.
That was terrible. Is your book okay?
Yes.
Yes, it's okay thanks to you.
I'll fall for her!
I don't know how to react!
What you said earlier…
you hope a cat pees on his mattress?
My mouth was moving before my head.
It's really hard to get rid of cat piss.
Arisa.
Hey, Tsukasa.
Kazuki?
Hoshino, why are you with her?
Hoshino?
Oh, so she's Anzu Hoshino?
I…
Thank you for taking care of Tsukasa.
I'm Arisa, his older sister.
These siblings should be a protected species!
I need darkening curtains!
What an idiot.
GOOSE BUMPS! I AM A GOOSE NOW
Sorry we're crashing.
Not at all.
Tsukasa stayed with you for an entire month.
I can't thank you enough.
Don't worry about it.
He has been a huge help to me.
It's my fault he's here in the first place.
Mom and I've been meaning to introduce ourselves to you.
We didn't realize
he'd be staying over for such a long time.
It's been crazy, with him getting a new phone and whatnot.
I wanted to see him so I could talk to him in person.
Oh, is that right?
His phone broke because of me too.
Let me get you something to drink.
I think we have iced tea.
We have packaged ones.
No need to trouble yourself.
I have to text Mom.
Did something happen at the station?
Well, this grunt bumped into me and started a fight.
What?
That's when your sister stepped in.
Your sister is so cool!
She had him down in no time!
I'd rather she didn't cause a commotion.
But I'm glad you are okay.
I got upset too.
I said, "I hope a cat pees on your mattress!"
What kind of insult is that?
Pee… on his mattress?
Can you believe I said that?
Here you go.
Oh, thank you.
Actually, why do you live by yourself
just to attend our school, Kazuki?
Don't feel pressured to tell me.
Well, to put it simply…
We have a shitty dad.
SHIT
A shitty dad?
That's right. Our only choice was making Tsukasa attend a school here.
I'm not wrong, am I?
No, but…
There's a lot to worry about living alone.
I'm glad he's with a girl like you, Anzu.
It's Makoto.
Sorry.
What's up?
-Who's Makoto? -He's a friend from school.
Really.
What is he like at school?
Him? Well, he's extremely popular with the girls.
Girls flock to him because he's very chill.
I can see that.
Do you like him too, Anzu?
What?
No, I swear it on my life and honor.
You don't have to make it that serious.
At first, I thought he wasn't that nice.
But…
as I got to know him, I realized he's a nice person.
Now, he's a friend I can relax around.
He used to smile a lot more in the past.
He was easygoing and friendly.
I can't imagine that at all.
Right?
He was involved in an incident when he was in junior high.
He's been closed off since.
So I was surprised to see him smile like that.
It's been a while since I saw that.
This must be all thanks to you, Anzu.
Oh, that's not true…
He wanted to go watch a movie and ranted for a while.
-He ranted? -Yeah.
His sister ate his pudding.
He needs to write his name on the container.
He did, but his sister still took it.
You don't forget grudges involving food.
Is that how it is?
It is.
Anzu is such a nice girl.
I was surprised you had a female friend.
I thought you were avoiding girls.
I tried not to get involved at first.
But she's different.
Tsukasa, why don't you stay here a bit longer?
What?
I'm just kidding.
What?
Well…
If Kazuki doesn't mind…
He's been a great help.
I've been enjoying my life with him and Junta.
Riri might set a trap if it's just Junta and me.
Above all else, Kazuki,
you're the only one who can handle Rs!
If you insist, Hoshino, I don't mind staying.
Okay.
I'm glad! It's settled then.
-Let's start the next drama. -Okay.
I can see why you kept quiet about Anzu.
You didn't want me to see you smile.
Do you possibly--
It's not like that.
I feel comfortable around her.
That's all I need right now.
I see.
His sister…
ended up telling me a lot about Kazuki.
Welcome back.
I was surprised to meet her.
She's such a wonderful sister.
Was I rude? Was I dressed okay?
I thought this was formal wear for you.
Not at all.
Ever since we went shopping the other day,
I'm trying to care more about my appearance.
I wish I had a sister like that.
Hoshino.
About the reason I lived by myself…
Well…
I'll tell you some other day.
Oh, okay.
"I'll tell you"?
Is this friendship?
No, this pounding in your heart… It must be love!
Woo-hoo! Good job, Anzu!
His sister approves!
You've done well!
I love seeing my efforts pay off!
Now, let's keep this up!
Thought I haven't…
seen you in a while!
I'm done already?
A FEW DAYS LATER
As a measure against the declining population…
I've given you a wonderful life
as if you were the heroine of a dating sim.
How can you manage to avoid all romantic developments?
I can't report this to HQ!
Oh no!
I'm obviously lacking the skills to make her fall in love.
So, Anzu.
-Let's go on a date. -What?
I want to know what love is supposed to be like.
So take me on a mock date!
A mock date?
Do you even hear yourself?
In your dreams, maybe.
Don't be such a grouch!
This will be my appearance today.
You can switch into a male form?
Not that I care.
I'll reward you handsomely.
Remember the cat-hooded pajama you saw?
I'll get it for you.
-I'm in. -That hurts!
I'm excited for my first date!
Tell me this.
Did I have to change too?
Of course.
We're not hanging out in a public bathroom.
Is my usual outfit that bad?
Yes, it's terrible.
Shall we get going?
Hey!
You look at me like I'm a creep.
It's normal to hold hands during a date.
What if someone I know spots us and gets the wrong idea?
You can add another cat item!
-You leave me no choice. -That hurts!
Where are we going?
Watching movies is a classic date.
Watch a romantic movie in the dark, and the pair is sure to grow closer.
The hands touch.
The lips overlap.
Smooch!
Just enjoy the movie.
What's showing right now?
Anything cat-related?
Since we're on a date,
we have to watch a romantic film.
I couldn't care less.
It's about a terminal illness. A typical tearjerker.
Let's watch this one.
I want to watch it as reference to stay up to date on romance!
But it's about a terminal illness.
Please don't get any ideas.
That was action-packed!
Let's watch another movie sometime.
-Okay. -Hey!
-Do you need to use the bathroom? -Hosshi!
Fancy seeing you here. You're all dressed up!
It's Kazuki and Makoto!
Oh no!
Crap!
Hello.
I'm Anzu's cousin, Rio Fushigi.
I'm Riri's twin brother.
So that's your cover.
-What are the chances -Can't believe we ran into them.
that I'd run into Kazuki and Makoto here?
Did they plan this too?
Well, we are enjoying our date. See you later.
Stop, you'll give them the wrong idea.
Sorry, he's a very touchy person.
See you later.
Bye, Hosshi and cousin!
They're a bit too friendly for cousins.
What are you doing?
Like I told you from the get-go.
We're on a mock date.
They'll misunderstand!
I'll sue you for slander!
No need to overreact.
Usually, they would rope Kazuki into this.
Did they really want to learn more about romance today?
No matter what comes out of it,
I'll quash all their plans!
What's the matter?
What a sinister smile.
Speaking of movie theaters,
we can't go without popcorn!
Open wide.
We're like a real couple on a date.
I hope I'm born as a star in my next life.
When you look up at the skies,
I will be there.
Interesting.
This movie depicts the frailty of life very well.
It's a promise.
But there are no surprising twists.
The romantic atmosphere is a great reference.
No one is cuddling, either.
This was a miss.
Is she crying?
Don't look at me.
Anzu, you were making fun of its sappy story before we watched it.
Shut up.
This is why I don't like movies about terminal illnesses.
It's just a fictional tale about some character.
Don't you feel sympathy?
To begin with, I'm not a human.
I'm a wizard.
That's how they are capable of creating disastrous scenarios.
Oh, I've been wanting to try those!
Boba drinks? You've never had them?
No, I haven't had a chance yet.
Don't you think that they look like rabbit droppings?
You may not be human, but you need to watch your mouth!
Calm down.
Learning the current trends is a part of my job.
Let's go!
It's so chewy and delicious!
I would've liked the chocolate-flavored one.
Chocolate looks like poop too.
Stop saying poop,
or I'll feed you to a beast and turn you into poop!
You're scaring me.
Now, time to try it.
I'll take it back.
It's not rabbit droppings.
This chewiness.
It's more like frog eggs!
-Right? -The hell should I know?
Isn't this nice?
We look like a real couple.
Though you've repeated "poop" the most.
I want to try the strawberry-milk-flavored one.
Hey, stop that!
You have no right to take mine when you're making fun of the drink!
We indirectly kissed!
I'll turn you into gelatin!
You can try mine.
Sharing drinks is what couples do.
No, thank you.
Hijiri!
Oh, hello Hoshino.
You don't work today?
My shift starts in the evening,
but I am spying on other convenience stores
to learn about commoners' tastes.
You want to master convenience stores.
Do you plan on becoming an expert on commoners?
I thought he'd quit right away,
but he's taking work seriously.
-Are you from her part-time work? -Hey!
Thanks for taking great care of my Anzu.
"My Anzu"?
-I don't belong to you! -That hurts!
Please don't misunderstand.
You've met Riri. He's her twin brother.
It's fine.
-I don't care who you spend time with-- -Oh, I remember you.
Didn't Anzu turn your date down?
That's no good.
You need to cater to Anzu's tastes.
Though she's enjoying her date with me.
Riri… I meant, Rio!
I see.
I admit my date wasn't enjoyable for her.
However, now that I've studied the ways of the common people,
I can entertain her better than even you can.
Really.
You can't possibly know Anzu better than I do.
"Please don't fight over me" is what I should say,
but you two are both a handful!
Scatter!
Hijiri, he's trying to play one on you.
Don't take him seriously and ask me on a date.
Got that? Don't even think about it!
Why do you say things to egg him on?
You don't get it, do you?
With a rival in sight,
they will surely be more serious about pursuing you.
So that's why you clung to me when we ran into Kazuki!
But look here.
They don't see me as a love interest.
Tsk, tsk, tsk.
A new rival
can lead them to realize their feelings for you.
Come on now, on with our date!
Let's take a photo!
Now smile, Anzu!
SUPER BEAUTIFUL GLITTERING PRINTS
I ended up having fun.
I learned a lot today.
Sitting together on a park bench feels romantic too.
Right?
Say whatever you want, I don't care anymore.
In colder seasons,
it would be dusk right now, which would be romantic.
Lights and night views are also very romantic.
You know so much about that stuff while you know zilch about other things.
In my opinion,
you are too abnormal.
Not true.
Anyone would retaliate when their stuff gets confiscated.
Still, I thought it was human nature to choose what's in front of them.
What's wrong with that?
I think that's called being flexible.
To each their own, after all.
But compared to others, I'm especially stubborn.
I'll get what's important to me with my own strength.
I hope you're ready.
You won't be seeing Momohiki for a bit longer then.
Should I resort to violence now?
How scary!
I'm a wizard who grants your wishes and dreams!
Whatever.
Let's get back.
What should I make for dinner?
There won't be any for you.
You treat me like trash, just like always!
Well, I'll get going then.
Thank you for spending the day with me.
I'll come up with new plans.
I hope you'll look forward to them!
Sounds great, I'll crush them all.
I had fun today.
Let's go on a date again.
Goose bumps! I'm a goose now!
Wow, she didn't care at all!
Junta! Are you okay? What's wrong?
Are you hurt?
Did you see what he did?
-I'm okay! -He's gravely wounded!
He's just a cousin! He was joking around!
Why did you go for a kiss, you jerk?
It had the opposite effect on Junta.
Junta, you're mistaken! Please!
A fanfare, please!
Congratulations!
I bet you're so interested in what comes next, you can't skip this bit!
We live in a time where we can choose what we want to watch.
But what have we lost along the way?
Don't say you don't want to change.
Explore more and live a happy, sparkling life!
For my salary's sake, that is.
Ah, yeah!
Let's go!
Lo-love!
Here we go!
Sorry that I'm forcing you
But I promise you'll enjoy A wonderful future
No, no to your three greatest needs Video games, chocolates, and cats
I'll never give myself up to these ikemen!
That's what you say now, but I know you'll give in eventually!
You! (So!) You too! (So!)
I know your heart is beating fast! (Show!)
Fall in love, no one can stop love!
Come on, don't you want to fall in love?
Just admit it
Don't you want to fall in love?
Don't be so stubborn now
Don't you want to fall in love?
You can't stay away From these ikemen forever
Come on now! Don't you want to fall in love?
Just leave it to me
Don't you want to fall in love?
Go ahead and lose yourself
Don't you want to fall in love?
You can't stay away From these ikemen forever
Embrace me, hold me tight
Release your wild side
The sign of love only you can pick up on
Let's go romantic!
Subtitle translation by: Megumi Hunter