Ended Up Touring with a Shy and Plain Co-Worker on a Company Trip…
Ended Up Touring with a Shy and Plain Co-Worker on a Company Trip…
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00:00Yes, we in Sapporo! Excited for this two-night, three-day company trip!
00:07My name's Kenji Tanaka, 25 years old. Been hustling in sales for a venture startup for
00:13five years now. Man, about half of our 70-person crew is joining this trip. Can't believe
00:20it! And check this, they're letting us split into four groups and choose our destinations
00:25since there are so many young guys. Sweet deal!
00:30But got one thing on my mind that's bugging me.
00:34Hey, Kenji!
00:36Ugh, it's Charao. He's my colleague, Charao Yabasugi. He's all sunshine and rainbows,
00:45killer in sales too. But he's got a thing against quiet me and always tries to mess
00:50with me. Getting stuck in the same team with this dude from a random draw? Bad luck.
00:57Bet you're not thrilled to be hanging with me, huh?
01:02It's not like that.
01:04No need to play it cool. Got a proposal for you.
01:09Huh?
01:11You should be with that person.
01:16She's Meg Gotoh, another colleague. Seems like she's on the quiet side, often seen by herself alone.
01:25A plain Jane like her and me? Like we live in a whole different world, right? So you nerds would get along with each other.
01:35Have some respect for her.
01:38Why are you defending her? Got a thing for shy girls, huh?
01:43What I'm trying to say is that judging people by looks isn't cool. Plus, Meg's a good person, serious about her job too.
01:52Looks are everything, man.
01:56Need a beauty like Uzami to match my style.
02:01Wait, he said that to get paired up with Uzami?
02:05Uzami Uraari, also a colleague of ours. She's known for being a looker in our department.
02:12Guess hanging with Charao just means more teasing. Can't let Meg miss out on enjoying the trip. Fine, do what you want.
02:22Deal! Hey, Uzami, let's go. Just the two of us.
02:27What about those two?
02:29They want to be alone.
02:32Hmm.
02:34Sorry for causing trouble. Didn't mean to make it awkward.
02:40No, no trouble at all. More importantly, any spots you want to hit up?
02:46Yes. Did some research before the trip.
02:51Alright then, let's go.
02:55Wait, a zoo? Seems like there are other places you want to see and visit for Hokkaido, but...
03:03They've got unique animals here, and the exhibits are cool. Let's check it out.
03:09She's pretty excited than she always is. I guess she was looking forward to this.
03:15Look! It's a polar bear! The way it swims is so powerful, right?
03:23She looks happy. Didn't expect her to talk so much about something she loves.
03:29Roar!
03:33Whoa! Is this thing touching my arm?
03:39I'm sorry. Startled me.
03:43No, I'm good. No worries. Stop overthinking, Kenji.
03:49Several tens of minutes later, we walked quite a bit.
03:54Um, did you have fun hanging out with me?
03:59Huh?
04:01When I'm into something, I tend to talk a lot about it. Always felt like an outsider.
04:08Being alone at work, too. I feel bad for dragging you into this.
04:13Maybe she's concerned about being alone at work, too?
04:17I had fun. People passionate about what they love are awesome.
04:22Huh?
04:24Show more of that side, and maybe everyone at work will start talking to you, too.
04:29I see. I'll try my best.
04:33After that, we enjoyed the zoo together.
04:36Meg seems to really love animals and showed off a bunch of knowledge.
04:41Just listening to her talk was a blast.
04:44If everyone sees her like this, they're bound to get interested and talk to her more.
04:49Whoa! This one's cute!
04:52So, you like cute stuff, too, Kenji?
04:57Yeah, so soothing. You know what I mean?
05:01I-I see. I'll do my best.
05:05Feeling like the conversation's not quite clicking. Maybe it's just me?
05:11Few hours later. Today was fun, huh?
05:15I had fun with you, too.
05:18So, um, would you like to hang out with me again tomorrow?
05:23Of course!
05:25Well then, shall we head to the hotel?
05:28Please go ahead. There's somewhere I want to go.
05:32But it'll be dark soon. I'll come with you.
05:35I'm fine, really. Well then, see you tomorrow!
05:40I wonder where she's going. Maybe she wants to be alone?
05:45The next day. Got a message to wait in front of the hotel, but she's not here yet.
05:51Everyone else already left.
05:54S-sorry to keep you waiting!
05:58Oh, you're finally...
06:01Wait, what?
06:03H-how do I look?
06:06D-do I look okay?
06:09Uh, um, well...
06:13Who are you?
06:15Huh? I'm Megoto?
06:20She looks too different! She's super cute, though!
06:24Y-your outfit today is totally different from yesterday.
06:28But you said yesterday that you like cute stuff, right?
06:33We were talking about animals!
06:36And I also like this kind of fashion.
06:40You do?
06:42I used to only enjoy it at home because I was embarrassed if someone saw.
06:47But you said that showing more of myself being passionate is good, right?
06:52So after you went back to the hotel yesterday, I went to buy this outfit.
06:57I wanted you to, um, think it's cute.
07:02She bought it just for me?
07:05So, what do you think?
07:08I-I think it looks great!
07:11Is that all?
07:13It's super cute! I mean it!
07:16R-really?
07:19I'm glad I tried hard!
07:22She's too cute!
07:25That's the clock tower, right?
07:27Wanna take a picture? I'll take it for you.
07:31Oh, let's take one together! I brought a selfie stick.
07:34You have a selfie stick?
07:36I brought various things just in case someone needed them.
07:40Yesterday, a girl in our hotel room forgot her hair iron.
07:44I don't usually use it, but I brought it just in case.
07:48She's not just cute, she's thoughtful too.
07:52After that, we had some seafood bowls.
07:55Checked out a famous glass art shop in town and stuff.
07:59Even though her look changed, her heart's full of kindness, and it's fun hanging out with her.
08:05And time flew by in a flash.
08:08Aww, it's so pretty here!
08:13I always wanted to come here once. I'm glad I could come with you, Meg.
08:18I'm glad I got to be with you too.
08:21I was prepared to be alone on this trip, so...
08:25Um, take this.
08:28A keychain?
08:30I got it from a shop we just went to.
08:33It's a thank you for hanging out with me on this trip.
08:37Thanks! Actually, I got something too.
08:41Huh?
08:43Since you made this trip fun for me, I bought a little gift.
08:48We were thinking the same thing.
08:51Maybe we're birds of a feather.
08:54That's nice, but that's making me blush.
08:58Um, after this trip, will you still hang out with me?
09:04Of course, even at work.
09:07Ah!
09:09Look out!
09:12Aw man, I hugged her!
09:15Y-you okay?
09:17Y-yeah, thank you.
09:21Several tens of minutes later...
09:24Here, take my hand.
09:26Thank you.
09:28How come you're with a hottie?
09:31Charo, weren't you with Uzami since yesterday?
09:36She said she wanted to go somewhere else or something.
09:40Anyway, why are you with a hottie?
09:43You're the one who left us alone.
09:45Huh?
09:47This is Meg.
09:48Whaaat? She's this gorgeous?
09:52But you're not interested, right?
09:54So, see you later then.
09:56Hold on a sec!
09:58It's different if she's cute.
10:01Hey Meg, leave that nerd and come with me, will ya?
10:05No, I'll pass.
10:08That was fast! Why am I no good?
10:11Meg?
10:13Wow! You're so cute!
10:16Whoa!
10:18Wait, are female employees?
10:21I always thought your skin was really nice.
10:25Huh? Oh, um...
10:28Why are you all here?
10:30The company trip ends tomorrow, right?
10:32And we gotta catch a plane in the morning.
10:34So this might be our last chance to come here.
10:37So, we all talked about coming here before we leave.
10:41And...
10:42Did you guys come here with just the two of you guys?
10:47Didn't know you two were so close.
10:50It's not like that!
10:53Oh, come on!
10:55No need to be shy, you know.
10:57Seriously, it's not like that!
11:01I was so close to scoring!
11:05After the company trip, Meg started getting attention from other employees.
11:10Turns out, others always wanted to chat with her.
11:14They were kinda confused about how to talk to this quiet girl.
11:18Getting compliments from other employees, she started dressing sharp at work too.
11:24Before we knew it, it's been a few weeks since the company trip.
11:28Hey, let's go grab drinks today!
11:31Um...
11:33Looks like she's busy with everyone's invites.
11:37I feel kinda lonely, but maybe I'll head home today.
11:41We used to go home together every day after the company trip.
11:45Well, Meg seems to be getting along with everyone now, so maybe this is for the best.
11:51Wait!
11:54Woah!
11:56Why are you leaving first?
11:58You said we'd hang out even after the trip.
12:01Sorry, shall we go then?
12:04Yeah!
12:06But lately, you've been getting a lot of attention from colleagues, huh?
12:10Thanks to you, Kenji.
12:12Since the company trip, I've gained confidence.
12:16I haven't really done anything.
12:18That's not true.
12:20I've changed because of you.
12:23So I'm counting on you, you know?
12:26I'm sure others feel the same.
12:29You always lend a hand when others are struggling with work.
12:33I think many people rely on you.
12:36It's nice to hear that.
12:38I hope I can be helpful to everyone too.
12:41After that, we continued to go home together, or hang out on holidays, spending more time together.
12:47As our time together increased, my feelings for her grew stronger.
12:52One day, I couldn't close any deals today.
12:56No matter how many times you ask, I have no intention of dating you.
13:01What?
13:03Wait, isn't that...
13:05Hey, what are you doing?
13:08Kenji!
13:10Don't you interrupt, man! We're having an important conversation here!
13:14I can't let it slide when Meg's in trouble.
13:17Plus, being pushy will just make her hate you more.
13:21Then let's make a bet!
13:23What?
13:25Whoever brings in more contracts this month gets to date Meg.
13:29How about that? If you can beat me, I'll give up!
13:33You can't treat people like prizes.
13:36Hey, are you chickening out?
13:39No, he's not!
13:42Kenji's trying to decline for me!
13:45Then agree to my terms!
13:47Fine!
13:49That's totally not okay, Meg!
13:51Plus, you're gonna have to date a guy you're not into no matter who wins!
13:56That's not true!
13:58I do like you, Kenji!
14:00What? Could it be?
14:03No, she means it as a person, right?
14:06I owe everything to you, Kenji!
14:09I lacked confidence and had no friends for a long time.
14:13But you gave me the courage to keep my chin up.
14:17So I trust you, Kenji!
14:19Meg!
14:21She trusts me, and I'm gonna sit back and do nothing?
14:25Plus, Chotto said he'd give up if I just win this bet.
14:29Alright, but change the terms.
14:32If I win, you have to apologize for all the rude things you've said to Meg.
14:37Man, you're really making it a big deal for a chance to date a hottie!
14:42Well, I'll probably win anyway!
14:46And so, the showdown with Chotto began.
14:50I pumped myself up more than ever and dove into negotiations.
14:55But...
14:57Scored another contract!
14:59Man, I'm just too awesome!
15:03Well, well, well!
15:05Is poor Kenji not closing any deals at all?
15:09Well, you see...
15:11You okay, man?
15:13Need me to teach you some sales tricks?
15:17Don't need your help!
15:20Playing tough, huh?
15:23Nope, it's time to go home!
15:25Guess I'll head back and play some games!
15:29He's underestimating me!
15:31I can't lose to that clueless guy who can't even think about Meg's feelings!
15:35But how do I...
15:37Kenji!
15:39We've got your back!
15:41Whoa, Meg?
15:43And everyone else, too!
15:45Got the scoop from Meg!
15:47We're here to help, too!
15:49Huh? But I don't want to bother anyone else!
15:52What are you talking about?
15:54You've always helped us out at work!
15:57Everyone in the department got help from you, Kenji!
16:00You gave me the courage to step forward!
16:03Now it's our turn to repay you!
16:06T-thank you!
16:08Then help me out, please!
16:10After that, I sought help from other colleagues.
16:14Learned sales tricks, got recommended useful books for work.
16:18Kept innovating and working hard on my own to close deals bit by bit.
16:23Before I knew it, a month had passed.
16:26This month, Kenji tops the sales charts!
16:29Congratulations!
16:31Thank you, boss!
16:33W-what? I lost to that nerd?
16:36He must have cheated!
16:39I got tips from everyone, but I worked hard on my own, too.
16:43Haha, who'd help a nobody like you?
16:46You nerd!
16:48Us?
16:50We wanted to repay Kenji for always helping us!
16:53You're such a bore, aren't you?
16:57Even you, zombie?
17:00I hate shallow guys like you.
17:03That's why our conversation on the company trip was so boring, you know.
17:08So, is that why you ditched me for another group?
17:12Of course!
17:14A guy who can't entertain a woman is just like a decoration.
17:18You have no right to stand next to me!
17:21Aw, man!
17:24Looks like I won this bet, remember our deal?
17:28Sorry for dissing your looks!
17:32Then promise you won't say such things again!
17:36And not just to me, to others, too!
17:39Okay.
17:41From then on, Charao stopped dissing people based on looks and focused on work.
17:47Meanwhile, I used what I learned from everyone to work hard on my job.
17:52Now, I'm achieving decent results, too.
17:55I still hang out with Meg on weekends.
17:58Next week's holidays, where should we go?
18:01How about this hot spring inn?
18:04Nah, can't do inns without being lovers.
18:08Aww!
18:10Still won't make me your girlfriend?
18:13What?
18:15I don't want to stay just colleagues!
18:18Regardless of the bet with Charao, I want us to be more close.
18:23What do you think?
18:25Um, I like you, Meg!
18:28I like you, too!
18:32Then, as a celebration of becoming lovers, let's stay over, darling!
18:40Oh, and this inn has open-air baths in the rooms, too!
18:45That means, is she thinking what I'm thinking?