Tokyo's Coast Bay, a body was found.
It's been confirmed that she's the actress Bando Reiko.
...the deceased was pregnant.
She was having trouble with her man and threw herself into the ocean.
She had a grudge against Sasaharaa Tsubaki.
I just left my apartment. Where should I go?
That's not good! A reporter just took the elevator upstairs!
Toyama-sensei, you're there right?
Please help me.
We will keep at least a 1 meter distance from each other.
What if you can't resist my charm?
That's a condition of being here.
"Diary of my last 3 months on this earth"
Don't touch that!
Ono-san, can you take a quick look...
What? He's gone?
When this man disappears, Sasaharaa Tsubaki disappears too.
I decided to move here because I can see her every day.
there is proof that she's a top star.
What's that?
Some shopping...
she asked me to do.
A lady has asked you to do the shopping.
Probably the first time you've done that in 400 years.
Clean it up.
This is my territory.
I feel more relaxed when there's a two-meter radius of clutter.
Whether it calms you or not is irrelevant.
This is my home.
You've entered my circle.
Cut the head off!
Circle?
HUNTER X HUNTER is a compulsory subject, you know!
What the hell are you talking about?
Hey, that's dangerous! Ahh!
I told you, she's not coming at all.
Do we have to stay?
Well, if you insist, I'll stay...
It's so noisy out front.
Ah! Excuse me! Uhm...
I thought you would have a hard time, so I brought lunch.
I hope I'm not interrupting anything.
This is...not...
We were just arguing about the direction of the cleanup.
Who's that?
My...
My father.
Your father...
I didn't know your father was coming...
I live next door to Toyama-sensei.
I'm Sasahara Tsubaki.
Tsubaki-san, I'm a...
fan.
Oh, I'm so happy!
I'm here for a reason, but your son and I have a completely clean and harmonious relationship as neighbors.
Please don't worry.
Can I have your autograph later?
As many as you like.
Oh!
That smells delicious!
It's my wife's home cooking.
Oh, I'm so happy! I've been starving for a decent meal lately.
That's right! Let's eat, the three of us.
Don't get ahead of yourself.
I told you I eat alone.
What is this? A late rebellion?
You can't. Your father came all this way.
That's no reason to together.
Reason? Food tastes better when we eat together.
End of discussion!
I...
I'm not arguing with you.
Why don't you sit closer?
What is wrong with you?
He's strange, isn't he?
Huh? Oh, well...
If the saliva or blood from the people from Earth mixed with yours...
your life would be at stake, wouldn't it, Sensei?
You know the saying, "A nearby stranger is better than a distant relative"
You should come closer.
Sensei, you've been eating a lot of rice, haven't you?
Why don't you consider eating a more balanced diet?
One soup and one vegetable is enough.
I usually eat five cups of white rice a day.
Five cups? That's too much sugar.
I need a lot of carbohydrates to display my abilities.
Abilities?
Are you trying to bend a spoon?
Hey, Father.
What kind of a kid was Toyama-sensei when he was little?
Well...
Let me see...
Let me guess.
He was good at his studies.
But he didn't have many friends, right?
Yes, that's true.
I knew it.
Ah, I guess no one is worthy of your aloof personality.
Your looks aren't bad, and if you'd been more upfront, you'd have been popular.
Ah.
But, Tsubaki-san, you eat with gusto.
Right?
Whenever I eat with the president of any food company...
they will be won over and decide to make a commercial with me.
That makes sense.
Seeing you, Tsubaki, makes my meal taste even better than usual.
I've been having a hard time lately, but...
I'm so happy. Hahaha
Eat some more. Bon appétit!
It's delicious. I'm glad.
She's so cute.
Maybe I'll book her next time.
This is not a hostess bar.
Oh, this is it.
Oh, he's so flashy.
This guy...
He was in the wedding party footage.
The guy who disappeared in an instant.
I wonder who he is?
Yes...
Okay.
Okay, thank you.
The handwriting analysis of the suicide note we found has been completed.
They're sure it was written by Bando Reiko herself.
So we can conclude suicide.
It's too early to tell!
Let's get this man in for questioning just to be sure.
Let's get this over with.
Please look at this.
The bag with the USB stick in it...
It was left in the toilet and Sasahara Tsubaki took it.
Hey, which one do you want, cake, crepe or Marituzzo?
Marito...?
Sweets. I was going to order them.
You know I bought you some already.
They weren't to my taste. Sorry.
Is that Bata-yan?
Did you see the news, Tsubaki-san?
I'm fed up with it.
Is that why you called?
No, it's not about Tsubaki-san's. It's Frontier!
Frontier? The idol?
They're all leaving the agency. It's a big deal!
What?
Four male idols to break up Frontier. Leaving agency at the end of this month.
Oh, really?
The media is in a panic.
Maybe this will draw away your press coverage.
Really?
The whole Frontier team is breaking up?
What the hell is going on?
Yes! They're leaving!
Thank you, Bata-yan, I love you!
I didn't have anything to do with...
Then, I love you, Frontier!
I can finally go back to my apartment.
Oh, sorry, sorry.
I know you wanted me to stay a little longer.
I didn't said a word. I'm relieved.
Oh, really?
Well, thank you for everything.
Morning Bata-yan! Let's make up for lost time!
Uhm, Tsubaki-san...
I don't have to go on location anymore.
What do you mean?
Tsubaki, good morning.
President.
Does that mean I'm being dropped?
Yes, not just the dramas.
And all 11 of the commercial companies you're contracted to.
No way...
Tsubaki's words and actions towards Reiko are being exposed one after another.
The image that Sasahara Tsubaki was the one who drove Reiko to suicide...
It's spreading like wildfire.
I wasn't bullying her!
Sure, we fought, but...
But she's my senior.
It doesn't matter if it's true or not.
The problem is the public's perception of your image.
Once an image is formed, it can't be erased. Right?
No way...
Isn't the agency supposed to deal with that?
The agency can't be held responsible for any trouble you cause in your private life.
We've told you many times to watch your words and actions, haven't we?
It's difficult for us to continue managing you.
What...? Does that mean...
You mean you're firing me too?
I'm sorry.
We've been together for so long, this is awful...
Is this even allowed...
We are within our legal rights...
We had your consent when you signed the contract.
I don't know if you're our legal counsel or what, but you shut up!
Tsubaki, calm down.
I can't believe you just said that.
Here's the bill for the penalty to the sponsor.
Penalties? Yes. (150 million yen ~USD1.3 million)
Mr. Tsubaki is being sued by various companies for damages.
I'm sorry, but I hope you understand.
What is this...
Hey, Bata-yan.
I'm sorry, Tsubaki-san.
I'm so sorry!
I'm sorry!
I'm pretty much dead.
Do you know what "Nareshi" is?
It's when the narrator says you've died.
I wasn't even allowed to act out my death.
That sign...
I don't know how long it's been gone.
Everything I've built up has fallen apart so easily.
I don't know if I'll be able to move on from this.
I don't know where to go from here.
Is it okay? You're eating so much.
It's okay. I was let go anyway.
I wonder if I'll be celebrating my 29th birthday at the bottom of a pit.
We've been together for so many years.
But to cut your contract just because of public opinion... that's terrible.
Tell me about it.
A work call?
[President] Let's discuss the change of the lead role. Come to the agency.
Oh, no.
What's going on with the filming?
A drama where the main character suddenly dies is never going to be interesting.
I don't think they can replace an actress of my caliber on such short notice.
That's true.
I haven't heard anything yet, either.
I'm sure once you're cleared of suspicion, you'll be back to work as usual.
Thank you.
I don't need an agency or a client...
Just a childhood friend, a familiar face.
"...the cause of Bando Reiko's suicide..."
"...image will suffer."
"The decision by the cosmetics company to stop the commercial first..."
"was a matter of course."
What? I turned it down!
What magic cream? It's super sticky!
It's expensive. I'll just use a little more.
"The producers of the drama..."
"said she is riddled with rumors and gossip..."
"and no longer resonates with viewers."
What the hell is this?
From the beginning, all she said was stinky lines, so the viewers had to hold their noses!
I'm the one who turned down this drama!
Who's coming at this hour?
I can't see anything.
Oh, no.
What's this?
Okay, okay...
Wow!
So cute!
Hmm?
"No matter what happens, I'll always support you, Tsubaki-san."
"From your number one fan."
I'm not so far gone, am I?
Aren't I? Yeah...
What should I name you?
Hmm?
Oh, thanks...
Yukino-san. Yes?
Would you like cold water or room temperature?
I'll have it at room temperature.
Okay, I'll bring it to you.
Is there anything else you need?
Oh, that's okay.
I'm sorry.
Why are you here? Oh, Yukino...
You know... this is my first time playing a leading role...
Uhm, where's Tsubaki? She's not here?
Tsubaki-chan...
Because of the rumors, she got dropped.
What?
Why didn't she call me?
I hope she's okay.
Tsubaki's strong.
No...
She has a sensitive side.
I'm worried.
Well...
I thought you might be depressed, but...
But you seem fine.
I'm just pretending.
You're a great actress after all.
So convincing.
Hey.
How do you think I can make a comeback?
Don't ask me that.
Eventually, I won't be able to pay the rent here.
It's going to be hard to even bring money into the family.
Your life might change, too.
You should seriously think about it.
I'm in high school. How could I possibly know these things?
You learn a lot at school, don't you?
Teachers don't teach you to be an actor, by any means.
Why don't you get a new job, Sis?
Another job?
I'm certain I can become a number one hostess.
Empress!
Are you sure you can listen to those tired old men complaining?
Huh? Why do I have to listen to them!
See? That's not going to work with your attitude.
How about a writer? I could write an autobiography.
You only read comics, don't you?
Then a manga artist.
I have a story too. To save my sister from the demons...
You just ripped off another story, that's not going to work either.
Fine! Then I'm going to be a housewife.
Maybe it's time to get married.
Don't underestimate being a housewife.
You can't get married by yourself, you know.
If I wanted to, there are plenty of partners out there.
You don't even have someone to spend your birthday with?
That's not good.
I shot myself in the foot.
Hey, are you breathing?
Flame Breathing Technique
Oh no, oh no, oh no...
First Form
Oh, no, no, no...
Female Actress Bando Reiko's truth behind her suicide has been revealed
Female Actress Bando Reiko's truth behind her suicide has been revealed. Cause of suicide is actress T.S. who has left drama [Arrival of Love]!
Aren't you getting tired saying the same thing day after day?
T.S. reputation at the filming location is the worst! It seems that the staff also dislike her!!
Female Actress Bando Reiko's truth behind her suicide has been revealed. Cause of suicide is actress T.S. who has left drama [Arrival of Love]! Bando Reiko is said to have been harassed by T.S.
Hmm?
Oh, that bag.
I knew it.
I was pretty drunk, so...
I'm glad there's nothing important in it.
Hmm?
What is it?
Why are you locking me in here?
Open up!
I'm not crazy.
He's the one who's crazy!
Open the door... please open the door!
What is this,
a horror movie?
Hello?
Hey... It's me.
Yeah. What's up?
Tsubaki, your birthday...
Did you remember?
Oh, no...
I see...
Oh, my birthday. I totally forgot.
I want to spend the big day with you.
What should I do?
I've been invited by a lot of people.
I'll make it the best day ever.
Hmm, okay.
It's decided.
Don't make any fancy decorations.
It's embarrassing. I'm 29.
I know what Tsubaki likes.
See ya.
Uh, kill the lighting and fireworks, okay?
The flash mobs too.
I'll pay all the cancellation fees.
I'll make sure you get paid.
I'm sorry. I'm really sorry.
Understood.
I'll be right back after I get the USB drive.
Are you Toyama Mitsuru-san?
Yes, that's right.
I'd like to ask you a few questions about Bando Reiko's death.
Do you have a moment?
Yes.
I was in the neighborhood so I came by.
You seem to be going through a lot. Are you okay?
What about yourself, Masaya-san?
What do you mean?
Reiko has told me about you.
You two were lovers, right?
Did she tell anyone else about that?
No...
But the night of the party...
Masaya and Reiko seemed to be fighting and arguing.
Anyway, I'm going to make a surprise announcement in front of everyone when the date changes.
If that was the last time you saw her, it must have been tough for you...
Reiko-san and I fought a lot, but...
I'm going to miss her so much.
It really is too bad.
Toyama-san is a lecturer at a university?
Yes.
I hear he's also teaching the actress Sasahara Tsubaki.
That's right.
Yes, and...
I'm jealous you live next door to her.
Are you sure you're not just neighbors?
Ono-san, that's a little...
Excuse me.
I'm sorry, that was uncalled for.
I'll be right back after I get the USB back
Did you make sure no one saw you?
I just remembered something.
What?
Please excuse me. I'll talk to you again later.
Hey! Hey!
What?
He disappeared again.
This is real instantaneous movement! Amazing!
Can I have another?
Sure.
Toyama-sensei?
Hey!
You...
I'm a lecturer at her university.
I see.
Nice to meet you. I'm...
Don't you think you shouldn't be in the actress's house?
The press has just about disappeared.
What is it with you?
What are you trying to say?
I live next door.
This actress moved in next door. She's very annoying.
You're right.
This is a very critical time for Tsubaki.
It's good that you are cautious.
Sorry to bother you.
I'm sorry. He's quite sensitive.
It's nothing for you to apologize for, Tsubaki.
What are you trying to do?
Turning him away like that.
Why are you meddling in my private life?
There's a lot of people coming to visit today.
Hello?
A delivery for you.
Must be from a fan again.
What is this... harassment?
Did you receive other deliveries recently?
That bear.
But that's a real gift from a fan!
What are you doing?
A camera.
What's that... does that mean we were being filmed?
Why do I have to send it?
You saw it yesterday, didn't you?
I'm being targeted by a stalker.
Toyama-sensei's really worried about it too.
Why don't you just become my manager?
Bodyguard and manager.
I will not.
I'm turning 29 today.
Just last year, I was surrounded by my co-stars and staff.
I was having a great time.
Like Marie Antoinette.
Marie Antoinette ended up being executed.
For a silent guy, you say a lot of unnecessary things.
But you're right. I was getting carried away.
I've taken everyone's presence for granted.
I wonder how I'm going to end up...
Hello?
Yeah, my new manager is sending me home.
What?
Okay.
Hi-ru
Hmm?
Tell them I've changed my manager.
Hello?
Yeah.
Got it.
What?
They've changed locations.
Why are you here?
I got a ride from him.
I'll take her home. You can go now.
Huh? Is this...
Tsubaki...
Here.
I was supposed to get an important role on my birthday...
Don't worry.
They're just not feeling Tsubaki's charm yet.
Let's go home and eat cake together.
I'm 16 years old. A cake won't make up for it up.
Hahahaha...
Hello?
Eh?
Thank you very much.
Thank you very much!
See you next week!
I look forward to working with you!
The audition you had last week.
You passed!
For the heroine's sister!
Really? Yeah!
There's always someone watching over you.
I'm so glad.
I'm really...
I'm so glad.
Stop that! Why are you crying, dad?
Because I'm happy!
Haha
I'm so glad...
Tsubaki, you did your best!
This brings back memories.
This is where it all started for me.
How did you know about this place?
I heard it from your mom.
Did you hate it?
No.
Thank you.
You've brought me to so many places before.
But this is the best.
I'm glad...
You might get upset,
but I want you to hear me out till the end.
What's that about?
Recently,
Tsubaki's been suffering a lot,
I'm happy about it.
I get a chance to help you,
there's also an opening for me.
To be alone with you,
on your birthday...
I've never been happier.
I'm such a terrible person.
Yeah, you really are.
Maybe I'm selfish.
But...
I love you.
This is my love, so I can't help it.
Until now, I've only half-heartedly confessed my feelings to you...
because if I told you earnestly and you rejected me, it would make it harder for me to see you.
This kind of cowardice is how I show my love.
You're comfortable crying in front of me, right?
I'm the easiest person to get along with, right?
Then come with me.
I'll be responsible for our family for the rest of our lives.
Don't worry about the future.
You can live your life the way you want.
I can give that to you.
You don't have to give me an answer right now.
Just think about it...
It's fine.
I'll answer now.
My answer is...
Side Story #4
A work call?
[President] Let's discuss the change of the lead role. Come to the agency.
Oh, no.
Hello. Is this the President?
This is Yukino.
I'm on my way to the agency now.
You wish to talk to me?
Me?
Are you sure you want me to...
play Tsubaki's leading role?
Yes, I understand.
Yes!
I got it! I got it!
Yes!
And, Cut! Okay
Fukuhara Haruka, plays Tsuji Yukino,
who is worried about her childhood friend... who's fallen on hard times.
But at the same time, she's determined to succeed.
It's a difficult position.
Q. Tell us about your role
Yukino is a very hard worker.
And she's a friend.
I don't know, she's an honest, straightforward girl.
She's a straightforward girl.
But the difference between her and Tsubaki-chan...
She wants to be friends with Tsubaki-chan as equals.
But she can't face Tsubaki head-on.
She's a girl who's always had these fuzzy feelings.
There were a lot of sad scenes.
So this time...
I'm hoping she'll be happy soon.
But really, Yukino herself...
She really respects Tsubaki-chan.
I really love her... She is a woman that I love.
So I played towards Yukino's straightforward thoughts.
I played the role with great care.
And, action!
Q. Yukino's future
As for Yukino herself...
The way Tsubaki-chan is changing...
I've been watching her grow up, and I've felt it.
There's a scene where Yukino tries her best to interact with Tsubaki-chan.
Yukino's own feelings for the person she loves.
and how her life as an actress will turn out...
I think that's one of the highlights.
As Yukino struggles with her relationship with Tsubaki...
Please pay attention to Yukino's future.