Now...
Oh.
It's just one drink,
why can't you decide?
Ah...
I waited for quite a while.
I'm sorry...
Oh...
Ah...
Haha...
So are you going to perform?
Yeah.
I'm glad, even though you lost a band member.
Looks like we're in business, too.
Then, who's going to sing?
Me?
No, I can't, I can't. I can't.
That's right.
On the other hand, what about female vocalists?
Oh, that could be good.
No way! Absolutely not!
The concert is in four days. Is that okay?
Yeah, I'm sure.
We have to decide soon.
Rock, paper, scissors.
You're kidding.
Hmm, a temporary vocalist just for the next show?
That's a possibility.
Okay, "I'll start with goo".
At least I'm good at rock-paper-scissors...
"I'll start with Goo. Rock, paper, scissors!"
Ugh...
All right, I'll sing.
You sure?
Yeah.
I'm the one who wrote the song.
If we're going to decide, I should decide.
See you later.
Bye bye.
Good night.
Thanks again...
If we're going to decide, I should decide, huh?
Okay...
The moon is so beautiful...
It really is.
It's as bright as your eyes.
Hey!
Just in time for today, too.
Good evening.
Hurry up or I'll close the register.
Okay.
What are you cooking today?
Are you going to make a big batch of shiso dumplings or something?
I haven't decided yet, but...
Okay.
Oh! As expected! These baby fish!
There's a good one in there, isn't it?
Yeah
1,648 yen including tax...
Okay.
He's so strange today.
He's always so strange.
Conversation 5 Beautiful Tentama Soba
What am I going to make this time?
I'll make some dumplings...
Shiso feast...
What I usually do, is look for the specials of the day.
Then based on my physical condition and mood, I quickly decide on a menu.
But when it comes to cooking, I am slow to make decisions.
You shouldn't sigh at this time.
What... this voice...
Of all people, the Chief.
The boss (played by Wakanai Sakai) is at my house!?
A different flavor! The beautiful Tentama Soba
So what are you making today?
Well...let's see...
Can I make a request?
Sure.
Wada-kun should make what you think I would want to eat.
Make something that the Chief wants to eat?
Yes.
Okay...
Yes, I understand.
You decided so quickly.
Well...
I wish you could be that decisive at work.
Haha...
So, what are you going to make?
Well, you'll see.
A quarter of an onion... sliced thinly.
Eh... You're surprisingly skillful.
Surprising?
Well... maybe not surprising.
Wada-kun, you seem to take your meals very seriously.
I'll cut the carrots in half.
Cut it lengthwise into thin strips.
Cut the parsley into chunks.
In a bowl, combine cold water and flour.
Chief.
Can you take the bowl from the shelf?
Are you telling me what to do?
Excuse me.
Alright.
Here. Is this okay?
Thank you.
Three tablespoons of flour...
and 3 tablespoons of cold water...
Chief.
Can you boil some water in the pot over there?
What?
Plenty of water, please.
Yes.
Which one?
What?
Chief, you don't know what a Yukihiranabe is?
I'm not much of a cook, I don't know.
It's the one handle pot without a lid.
Right.
I'm sorry I'm not very feminine.
No... my other abilities are...not that good.
On the contrary, I think it's better this way.
Thank you.
What are you going to use this hot water for?
Please wait a minute.
Soba?
Yes.
You like it, don't you, Chief?
Yes.
I think it's time.
How do you know?
This is...
a sign that the temperature is just right.
Ehhh?
You don't need a thermometer.
That's right.
You're amazing.
That's the firsttime I've been praised by the Chief.
That can't be right?
Nooo...
Hehehe...
Please stand back a bit.
Okay.
I'm going to deep-fry them about 1 minute, one side at a time.
Deep-fry?
Well, actually you can use a tempura pan,
but that takes plenty of oil,
it's a waste of money.
I see. That's true.
This kind of deep fried food,
I only make it on special occasions.
Huh?
It's the best luxury for someone living by myself.
I see. You're right.
It's ready.
It's the beautiful Tentama Soba.
Wow.
Itadakimasu
What is this...
It's totally different from the noodles stand at the station.
Well, those are delicious too, aren't they?
But honestly, I was surprised.
I didn't know Wada-kun could cook so skillfully.
Is that so?
You started from the finished product,
and calculated backwards to time it perfectly at the end, didn't you?
Even though I can't cook, I can tell,
That's not easy to do.
Furthermore, if you get one step wrong,
the soba will be soggy.
Well... That's right.
I thought it was amazing.
I simply...
like to cook.
Right.
How should I put it...
I want someone to eat it,
and maybe they will say it is delicious.
Well... I don't have anyone else to eat it.
I think I understand.
I was hoping someone would praise me too.
Maybe that's why I'm working so hard.
But...
why did you think I would want to eat this?
Maybe because it was a menu that the Chief seemed to like.
Chief, you have Soba for lunch twice a week, right?
You're very observant.
I like soba too.
Sometimes I see the Chief
eating alone in the back.
Why don't you just come over and ask,
If we could sit together.
What?
Oh, really?
You know...
it's hard to talk to them.
Don't you think
I know what everyone at the company thinks of me?
Huh?
It's like I don't know how close I am to people.
Chief...
I've....
never really received much praise from my parents.
Maybe that's why,
I'm not good at giving compliments.
But...
You just gave me a huge compliment.
That's right.
Chief...
Shall we make Oba tempura?
I don't like shiso.
I see...
Wada-kun, you're in a band, right?
Your secret is out.
It's not a side job!
I don't get paid for gigs or anything.
In fact, I have to pay for every gig.
It's alright
What?
Is being in a band
a hobby?
Or are you serious?
I'm serious.
But I'm also serious about my work too.
I know.
I am your boss after all.
Yes.
Wada-kun...
I have a feeling you're not the type of person who can wear two hats easily.
So maybe...
I was wondering if you were having trouble.
Actually...
the singer of the band quit.
What?
Isn't that a tough time for you?
Yes, quite a bit.
So, that guy once asked me...
"How long are you going to keep working?"
What did you say?
I couldn't answer honestly.
Close your eyes.
What?
Just do it, quickly.
Close your eyes.
Okay.
You're a company employee, moving up the corporate ladder.
You have a lot of subordinates,
and you are successful, okay?
Yes.
The other you... You're a successful musician.
You have a lot of fans.
The concert hall is packed.
Yes.
Whichever way you choose...
You are successful.
If that's the case...
what do you think?
What would you do? Does it make you laugh?
Ten years from now...
Hello?
Yes, yes, yes.
Have you been busy?
Hmm? I'm fine.
Did something good happen?
Why do you think so?
How many years do you think I've been listening to Masao's voice?
Aren't you getting excited?
Haha
This is the first time where you're the one who called me.
Eh? I did?
So... What good things happened to you?
Yeah.
I made a discovery.
A discovery?
Even though I've been so close,
I didn't realize certain things.
Oh! You've grown up!
Ah, and I got a compliment from my boss.
Really? Did you work hard?
No, I made Tentama Soba.
Huh? I don't get it.
Me too...
But...
Starting tomorrow, I feel like I'll be a little different.
I see...
I'm looking forward to it
Looks delicious.
But the Chief doesn't like shiso...
I like it.
Eh?
Then, please help yourself...
Thanks. I'm fine.
Eh?
I guess that's it.
That was nothing like yesterday...
Senpai. What are you smiling about?
Huh?
What is this, a leaf?
Oba.
Is it delicious?
Ah, help yourself...
You sure? Yay! Lucky!
Itadakimasu
Go for it.
Delicious! Hmmm.
Did you make this?
Yes.
But, Sempai, you had this look on your face.
I don't look like that.
No, no, no...
You did.
Really?
Yes.
Delicious.