The Most Popular Hostess Lady, Was the Girl I Made a Marriage Promise 10 Years Ago…
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00:00Man, I just want to get home.
00:03I'm Hiro Yamada, 28 years old.
00:06Just your average businessman, commuting between work and home day in, day out.
00:12And today, here I am at a hostess club, all thanks to my buddy Ike Sugi.
00:18Hey man, having fun?
00:20You know, I ain't great with the ladies.
00:23That's why I dragged you here, man.
00:25You need some female vibes to liven you up.
00:29You always push me into these situations.
00:31Don't worry, my favorite girl's coming soon.
00:35A new recruit I told you about.
00:37Sorry to keep you waiting.
00:40I'm Fukuko, nice to meet you.
00:44Wow, she's stunning.
00:46Fukuko, you're cute as ever today.
00:49Thank you Ike Sugi.
00:52Today I brought a friend with me.
00:54A friend?
00:55This dude here is Hiro Yamada.
00:58Hiro Yamada?
01:01Uh, um, nice to meet you.
01:04No need to be so nervous.
01:07Let's have a chat at your pace.
01:09She's so kind.
01:12I hope you had a great time today.
01:14A few hours later, thanks to Fukuko being considerate, I'm actually having fun.
01:21Um, Hiro?
01:23Yeah, what's up?
01:25Would you mind taking this?
01:28It has my number, feel free to get in touch.
01:31Wait, what is that?
01:33Fukuko, you've got a request.
01:36Alright, excuse me please.
01:39She left.
01:41One hour later, why did she give me her number?
01:45Did I do something?
01:47Let's see, there's a message here.
01:49Remember our promise?
01:51My buddy Hiro.
01:53My buddy Hiro?
01:55There's only one person who ever called me that.
01:57Could it be?
01:59About ten years ago.
02:01After school, I found a girl crying in the nearby park.
02:05Unable to leave her be, I went over to comfort her.
02:09One boy said I'm not cute.
02:11That's not true.
02:12Come on, cheer up.
02:14Then will you marry me?
02:17Huh?
02:18Why all of a sudden?
02:19Because!
02:21Boys won't marry me since I'm all round like a full moon.
02:25That's not true, but that's a bit...
02:29I knew it! I'm not cute!
02:31I can't be anyone's bride!
02:36Whoa, don't cry!
02:38There's no other choice.
02:41Um, then when you've grown up...
02:45Grown up? When?
02:47In about ten years, maybe.
02:50Promise, in ten years you'll marry me.
02:53Ten years?
02:54I mean, I'm sure we'll forget.
02:57That kid, Reina Fukuda, she was a grade schooler living nearby.
03:02After we made that promise, I often saw Reina playing in the park on my way home from school.
03:07We talked a lot.
03:09But when Reina moved away, we lost touch.
03:13I can't believe it.
03:14Could she really be that Reina?
03:16I guess I'll try contacting her on the private line.
03:20I've only got her phone number written here.
03:22Should I call her directly, I wonder?
03:25Just gotta build up the courage to make the call.
03:28Here goes!
03:30Hello?
03:32Oh, um, it's Hiro.
03:35Hiro! You called me, which means...
03:39You remembered me, right?
03:41Is it really you, that Reina?
03:43Yep, it's me.
03:45The chubby Reina.
03:47Wow, it's been ages.
03:50It sure has.
03:52But seriously, how did you recognize me?
03:55Hiro, you got a star-shaped bruise down the back of your hand.
03:59I remembered that, it was quite distinctive.
04:02I never expected to meet you there.
04:04I used to work at a different place before.
04:07I moved here about a year ago.
04:09Really? Why?
04:11Well...
04:13Um...
04:14Oh right, Hiro.
04:16Do you remember our promise?
04:18Why'd she not answer?
04:20She might have her reasons,
04:22and prying too much might not be cool.
04:25The promise?
04:26You mean the one about becoming your husband?
04:28But that was just a childhood promise.
04:32No way!
04:33I took that promise seriously and waited for ten years.
04:36I've been diligently training to be a bride.
04:39For ten years?
04:41Yeah, for ten whole years.
04:44I believe this reunion is fate.
04:47So Hiro, I'm gonna make my move now.
04:51What?
04:52First, let's go on a date to get to know each other better.
04:56A d-date?
04:58That's right.
04:59So please take care of me.
05:01What?
05:03Afterward, I agreed to adjust my schedule as Reina wished.
05:08On the big day.
05:10Hiro, I'm sorry for keeping you waiting.
05:12No worries, I didn't wait long.
05:15And she's really cute, isn't she?
05:17She has some resemblance,
05:19but she's definitely grown into a woman.
05:22Whatcha staring at?
05:25Could it be you're feeling a bit nervous?
05:28W-well, um...
05:30That's so sweet.
05:32Feel free to get even more nervous.
05:35Here we go!
05:36W-wait!
05:37Th-the distance is too close!
05:40This is-
05:41It's fine!
05:42I told you I'm making my move.
05:45You serious?
05:46Totally!
05:47I like you, Hiro.
05:49So, in order to fulfill our promise,
05:52I'm going to make you fall for me.
05:55Ugh!
05:57Oh, come on, calm down, Hiro!
06:00Uh-oh, she's not talking about a casual date, is she?
06:03Maybe it's one of those romance strategies you see at hostess clubs.
06:08All right!
06:10Let's get this date started!
06:12Before we play, we gotta fuel up!
06:15Isn't this a bit too massive?
06:17Is this Mount Everest?
06:20It's mega-sized, but we can share, so it's pretty reasonable.
06:24Is that the real issue here?
06:26So, speaking of dates,
06:29this is a must, right?
06:31Here comes the plane!
06:35N-no way!
06:37Open wide!
06:39No, no, no!
06:40Seriously, Reina, I've got no experience with this stuff,
06:43and it's super embarrassing!
06:46Don't be shy!
06:48Ergh!
06:49How is it?
06:51Good?
06:52It's good!
06:53Great!
06:54Then eat up!
06:56I'm gonna eat a lot, too!
06:57You've become prettier, but your love for food hasn't changed, huh?
07:02Maybe.
07:03Being a big eater isn't so appealing after all.
07:06That's not true.
07:08Staying healthy and eating a lot is the best.
07:10Besides, your face when you eat so happily,
07:13it's cute now, just like it was back then.
07:16And, well, I like it.
07:19You like it?
07:21Uh, no.
07:22It's more like affection, or maternal instincts, or big brotherly love.
07:27Geez, Hiro, you're really good at appealing to a girl's heart.
07:32Ahem!
07:33Aww, I like you so much, Hiro!
07:37Reina's date invitations didn't end with just one.
07:41On another day...
07:42Today is a sports date, so let's settle it with bowling!
07:47That came out of nowhere.
07:49If you lose, it means you'll listen to whatever I say.
07:53If I win, you have to give me my first kiss!
07:57What are you talking about?
08:00I've saved it just for you, so give it all you've got!
08:04Oh, and when you do, you have to gently push me against a wall,
08:09and you have to hold my chin.
08:11This isn't good.
08:12I need to do something about this girl quickly.
08:15Alright, let's go!
08:17A few hours later...
08:18Why are you so good at this?
08:21I was really into it for a while.
08:23Even came to the alley regularly.
08:25I even have my own ball at home.
08:28Ugh, unexpected.
08:30But I won't give up yet!
08:32I'll make sure to convey my love even more!
08:35No way, man.
08:36Taking this seriously is a bad idea.
08:38A cute young girl like her falling for an old-timer like me?
08:42Nah, gotta stay strong, me!
08:45Can't let myself get too attached.
08:48Gotta keep my cool.
08:50Even though I think this way,
08:52it's natural to waver when someone shows you affection.
08:56I visited Reina's place to show my support,
08:58even though I knew it was just part of the romance business.
09:02You came again?
09:04I wanted to show my support.
09:06Just having you here makes me really happy.
09:10When someone like you comes to see you,
09:12it's enough to brighten your day.
09:14Uh...
09:16What's wrong?
09:17Why are you staring like that?
09:20I just can't help but think you're beautiful.
09:24Ehehe.
09:25I've become more mature, haven't I?
09:28Uh...
09:30Let's get married soon, Hiro.
09:32You should stop jumping to conclusions.
09:36How about we go see tombstones for the graves we'll share before the wedding?
09:41Isn't that looking too far into the future?
09:43We're not even dating yet.
09:46We're getting married with dating as a given,
09:49so it's fine.
09:51The order's all mixed up, you know?
09:54And so, the days of me receiving Reina's relentless affection continued.
09:59At first, I was bewildered,
10:01but I found solace in the kindness she offered.
10:04Slowly but surely, I realized I was drawn to her.
10:08Even though I know it's just part of the romance business,
10:11I can't help but be drawn to her.
10:14One day, I accidentally injured my wrist.
10:17I twisted my dominant hand.
10:19It's gonna be quite inconvenient.
10:22Hmm? Who could it be at this hour?
10:26Yeah, coming!
10:28Hey, Hiro! You okay?
10:30Reina, why are you here?
10:33I heard from someone at the shop that you got injured.
10:37You haven't eaten yet, right?
10:39I brought some groceries to cook for you.
10:41Huh? But what about your job?
10:44I told them I had some personal stuff to deal with, so it's fine.
10:49Really?
10:50Don't worry. I've covered for my shift.
10:54I don't want to be the kind of person who can't help when someone important to them is in trouble.
11:00So can I take care of you?
11:02I can't diss her feelings when she's doing all this just for me.
11:07Well then, please.
11:09Great! Leave it to me!
11:12After that, Reina efficiently prepared a meal and fed me.
11:16Ah, that was delicious!
11:19Glad you liked it!
11:22Alright, I'm gonna take a bath.
11:24Uh, Reina?
11:26Yeah?
11:28Why are you trying to come in with me?
11:30Cause you can't wash yourself without me, silly!
11:34Don't worry, I won't do anything.
11:37Just a bit of...observation?
11:40Don't! And no, we're not taking a bath together!
11:45Huh?
11:46Why are you looking at me like I'm some kind of alien?
11:49Obviously we're not taking a bath together! Now get out!
11:54Aww, Hiro! You're so stingy!
11:58After dodging Reina's advances during bath time,
12:01I found myself in a dreamland without realizing it.
12:05Hmm...
12:07Huh? Wait, did I fall asleep?
12:11Wha? Reina, what are you doing?
12:15Good morning, Hiro!
12:17Not good morning! What the heck are you doing?
12:21What do you mean? I was looking at my precious Hiro.
12:26Precious, huh?
12:28Wonder if she really means it.
12:30Reina, I want to know something.
12:32When you say you like me, do you mean it?
12:36Huh?
12:37I've heard about this thing called romance service.
12:40A gorgeous young lady like you falling for an old guy like me?
12:44Hard to believe.
12:46What's that supposed to mean?
12:48Did my feelings not get through to you?
12:51Reina?
12:53I'm serious!
12:54I've been holding onto these feelings for ten years!
12:57And that hasn't changed.
12:59Hiro, what do you think of me?
13:03Well, I...
13:04Am I really into her?
13:07Is this just infatuation or something more?
13:10My heart's pounding, but can I trust this?
13:14Ugh...
13:15Ugh...
13:17Maybe it was a mistake after all.
13:20Reina...
13:21Guess my affection was too much for you to handle.
13:25I have some leftovers for you to eat tomorrow.
13:28Well then.
13:30Oh, um...
13:31What am I even doing?
13:33After that, I couldn't get in touch with Reina for days.
13:37It's been a week since then, huh?
13:39Maybe if I'd said something, it would've been different.
13:43But I couldn't blurt out I love you on the spot.
13:46Man, I'm such a weak guy.
13:49But an old guy like me is just scared of getting hurt.
13:53I don't have the energy or the strength to pick myself up after being hurt.
13:58Is that just an excuse?
14:00Yo, Hiro!
14:02You were tight with Fukako, right?
14:04Yeah, but...
14:06What's up all of a sudden?
14:08See, I keep tabs on info about my favorite girls,
14:11because I'm that kind of guy.
14:14So, about Fukako...
14:16She's been having some trouble lately.
14:19Trouble?
14:21Looks like she's dealing with some annoying customers.
14:24Huh?
14:25Big spenders, and even the boss can't touch them.
14:29So, what are you gonna do?
14:31Ikesugi, thanks!
14:34It's still early, so if I hurry, I can make it in time.
14:37Just because I'm getting older doesn't mean I can run away.
14:41It's lame to get scared and back down.
14:44And anyway, falling in love isn't without its risks.
14:48If I'm gonna do this, I'll do it my way.
14:51Even if it means shedding a few tears.
14:54Reina!
14:56Hiro, what's going on? It's still before opening!
14:59If you're in trouble, I'll help you!
15:02Huh?
15:03Sorry for chickening out earlier and acting all cowardly,
15:07just because I'm older!
15:09Ah...
15:10I... I love you!
15:12And I want to protect you, cherish you!
15:15Ah!
15:16I heard you're having trouble with some VIP customers.
15:19But no matter who they are, I'll protect you!
15:22So, will you be with me?
15:26Wait a minute, what are you talking about?
15:29Huh?
15:30But I thought Ikesugi said...
15:32Huh?
15:34Uh...
15:35He tricked me, that jerk!
15:39Sorry, it's, uh, nothing.
15:43Boss, we have some time before opening, right?
15:46Can I borrow the backyard for a bit?
15:49Do as you like!
15:50Romance is the elixir of beauty for women.
15:53Take your time and have a good talk.
15:55Thanks, boss.
15:57So, what was that earlier?
16:00Actually...
16:02I see.
16:03Ikesugi's been helping me with relationship advice.
16:07So, he probably intervened for our sake.
16:11I knew it.
16:13Um, Hiro?
16:16When you said you loved me earlier...
16:19I really do love you.
16:21I love you a lot.
16:22I'm sorry for not giving an immediate answer earlier.
16:27I couldn't express my feelings properly because I haven't sorted them out yet.
16:32Your kindness, your straightforwardness, your unwavering dedication...
16:37I love everything about you, no matter who you are.
16:41You know...
16:43I've been holding on to a promise from ten years ago.
16:47Back in school, I used to get teased for my looks.
16:51At that time, I watched a documentary on hostesses on TV.
16:55They were strong, beautiful, and cool.
16:58I admired them.
17:00And I wanted to change myself from being teased into someone who could stand proudly.
17:06I joined this club because I wanted to meet you again.
17:09The one I could proudly show my changes to.
17:13What do you mean?
17:15I used to work at a different club before.
17:17But Exuki visited that place and showed me a photo where you were in the background.
17:22I noticed because your hand had a distinct bruise.
17:26Then, I asked about the company's location and started working at a nearby club.
17:31I thought that since Exuki mentioned that he usually goes to that place...
17:36We might meet again someday.
17:39So, that's how you knew?
17:41Thanks for waiting.
17:42I love you, Reina.
17:44Please be my girlfriend.
17:46Oh my god!
17:49Of course I'll be your future wife!
17:53But before that, let's be lovers, okay?
17:56My future bride.
17:58Yes!
17:59I love you!
18:01And so, me and Reina became a couple.
18:05Even after becoming a couple, Reina continued to work at the hostess club.
18:10She openly shared about having a boyfriend at her workplace.
18:13And she started getting requests for relationship advice from customers.
18:17Her popularity grew.
18:19And when we reported to Exuki, he said...
18:22If my favorite girl is happy, then I'm all for it.
18:26And so, he was happy for us.
18:29And so, several years passed.
18:32Finally, I can become your wife.
18:35I'm sorry for making you wait.
18:37It's okay.
18:39I've waited for 10 years.
18:41So a few more years is nothing.
18:44From now on, we'll always be together, you know?
18:49Of course, Reina.
18:51I didn't have confidence in anything.
18:53But if it meant making her, who trusted me 100% and waited for me, happy,
18:58I swore that I would overcome any difficulties that lie ahead, no matter what.
19:04That's the promise I made to myself and to God.
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