1 00:00:34,786 --> 00:00:36,496 There is someone... 2 00:00:38,831 --> 00:00:41,250 that I want to meet first thing every morning. 3 00:00:48,800 --> 00:00:50,009 That person is... 4 00:00:57,517 --> 00:00:58,851 Are you all right? 5 00:01:00,144 --> 00:01:01,270 I'm okay. 6 00:01:01,354 --> 00:01:04,398 Sorry! I was practicing my elbow pass. 7 00:01:06,234 --> 00:01:07,401 Show me. 8 00:01:09,153 --> 00:01:10,655 It's turning red. 9 00:01:11,656 --> 00:01:12,824 Did it hurt? 10 00:01:14,784 --> 00:01:16,452 It's really okay! 11 00:01:16,536 --> 00:01:17,578 But... 12 00:01:18,121 --> 00:01:19,205 Wait. 13 00:01:20,873 --> 00:01:21,916 Here, take this. 14 00:01:25,128 --> 00:01:27,088 A treat from her pocket... 15 00:01:28,673 --> 00:01:29,966 Will you forgive me... 16 00:01:31,759 --> 00:01:32,927 in exchange? 17 00:01:35,221 --> 00:01:36,722 Of course! 18 00:01:38,015 --> 00:01:39,600 EIMEI PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL 19 00:01:39,684 --> 00:01:43,062 Eimei Private High School is an integrated junior and senior high school 20 00:01:43,145 --> 00:01:44,814 known as a sports powerhouse. 21 00:01:46,190 --> 00:01:48,442 After retiring from my junior high club activities, 22 00:01:49,151 --> 00:01:52,613 I now practice with the senior high badminton team. 23 00:01:54,073 --> 00:01:56,742 Mornings are for free practice, 24 00:01:57,410 --> 00:02:00,746 and I always want to be the first one in the morning. 25 00:02:01,831 --> 00:02:05,334 But Chinatsu Kano from the girls' basketball team always beats me to it. 26 00:02:07,503 --> 00:02:10,339 In the cool, still air of the school gym, 27 00:02:10,423 --> 00:02:12,758 she practices her shooting with intense focus. 28 00:02:14,468 --> 00:02:16,470 Chinatsu Senpai is someone... 29 00:02:17,513 --> 00:02:18,598 I like. 30 00:02:28,232 --> 00:02:31,485 BLUE BOX 31 00:03:48,020 --> 00:03:53,985 BLUE BOX 32 00:03:54,610 --> 00:03:58,739 EPISODE 1 CHINATSU SENPAI 33 00:04:20,636 --> 00:04:23,139 - If only I could marry her... - Not happening. 34 00:04:23,931 --> 00:04:25,141 Wow, harsh! 35 00:04:25,224 --> 00:04:27,560 What's all this talk about marriage? 36 00:04:27,643 --> 00:04:30,187 I mean, I'd get to see Chinatsu Senpai's face first thing 37 00:04:30,271 --> 00:04:31,939 when waking up in the morning! 38 00:04:32,023 --> 00:04:33,107 That would be awesome! 39 00:04:33,190 --> 00:04:34,317 Do you want coffee? 40 00:04:34,400 --> 00:04:36,777 You can't even go out with her in the first place. 41 00:04:38,779 --> 00:04:41,824 Chinatsu Senpai is the basketball team's next ace. 42 00:04:42,825 --> 00:04:44,577 She not only has talent 43 00:04:44,660 --> 00:04:47,079 but also personality and star quality. 44 00:04:47,163 --> 00:04:50,333 She's popular both inside and outside the school. 45 00:04:50,416 --> 00:04:55,212 On the other hand, you have yet to achieve much in badminton. 46 00:04:55,296 --> 00:04:57,131 And you're not even close to being popular. 47 00:04:57,882 --> 00:05:02,595 You're just a low-level underling who participates in high school practice. 48 00:05:04,555 --> 00:05:08,225 If we were to compare you to schools, Chinatsu Senpai would be a seeded school, 49 00:05:09,185 --> 00:05:11,812 and you'd be the school that gets knocked out in the first round. 50 00:05:11,896 --> 00:05:13,731 You're at completely different levels. 51 00:05:14,607 --> 00:05:16,984 Talking to her at practice is your only point of contact... 52 00:05:17,068 --> 00:05:18,486 I have a point of contact! 53 00:05:19,445 --> 00:05:23,240 My mom's an alum of our school's basketball team. 54 00:05:23,324 --> 00:05:25,993 Private schools are full of kids whose parents also went there. 55 00:05:26,786 --> 00:05:29,246 I get what you're saying, Kyo. 56 00:05:30,915 --> 00:05:34,001 But you can't win if you don't try. 57 00:05:34,794 --> 00:05:38,047 Besides, it's fun to play against a powerhouse school. 58 00:05:39,340 --> 00:05:43,010 At least aim to get to the second round. 59 00:05:43,886 --> 00:05:48,140 Get her to remember your name, or ask for her contact info. 60 00:05:48,849 --> 00:05:50,768 - I see. - What are you talking about? 61 00:05:52,603 --> 00:05:54,230 The heck are you doing? 62 00:05:54,313 --> 00:05:56,524 Salutations! 63 00:05:56,607 --> 00:05:58,317 Are you in elementary school? 64 00:05:58,400 --> 00:06:02,530 Wrong! This spring, I became a high schooler, just like you guys. 65 00:06:02,613 --> 00:06:07,243 I've also gained 7 cm since my elementary school days. 66 00:06:07,326 --> 00:06:09,703 You're still under 150 cm. 67 00:06:10,371 --> 00:06:11,539 Shut up! 68 00:06:11,622 --> 00:06:14,416 You're not even 170 cm! 69 00:06:14,500 --> 00:06:16,710 I'll get taller! 70 00:06:16,794 --> 00:06:18,546 They're both like elementary school kids. 71 00:06:22,133 --> 00:06:24,051 So? Something on your mind? 72 00:06:24,135 --> 00:06:26,220 Not really... 73 00:06:28,889 --> 00:06:30,933 Just asking for reference. 74 00:06:31,016 --> 00:06:35,312 What kind of things... make girls happy? 75 00:06:35,896 --> 00:06:38,440 What's this? Are we talking relationships? 76 00:06:39,150 --> 00:06:42,069 If so, leave it to me! 77 00:06:42,153 --> 00:06:44,822 First of all, don't be weak. 78 00:06:44,905 --> 00:06:48,826 You need to act like someone who is relaxed and reliable! 79 00:06:49,410 --> 00:06:52,079 And the most important thing is... 80 00:06:52,163 --> 00:06:53,372 {\an8}LIKE MARCE* NGUYEN 81 00:06:53,455 --> 00:06:55,332 {\an8}...physical beauty! 82 00:07:08,179 --> 00:07:10,347 {\an8}EIMEI PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL 83 00:07:12,933 --> 00:07:15,311 Asking Hina was a mistake. 84 00:07:15,394 --> 00:07:17,480 Her tastes are way too specific. 85 00:07:25,863 --> 00:07:27,698 Maybe the door's still locked. 86 00:07:37,791 --> 00:07:38,959 Right. 87 00:07:39,043 --> 00:07:40,252 It's now or never. 88 00:07:41,003 --> 00:07:42,796 This is my chance to talk to her! 89 00:07:47,343 --> 00:07:50,429 I should introduce myself... No, that might be too sudden. 90 00:07:50,513 --> 00:07:51,680 THIS AIN'T NO JOB INTERVIEW 91 00:07:52,223 --> 00:07:56,227 I should thank her for the treat... But I haven't eaten it yet. 92 00:07:56,310 --> 00:07:57,311 I OFFER MY THANKS 93 00:07:57,895 --> 00:07:58,854 Got it! 94 00:07:58,938 --> 00:08:00,689 I should ask what she's reading. 95 00:08:01,607 --> 00:08:03,400 RUNNING A STACK PLAY 96 00:08:10,533 --> 00:08:12,076 I'll just keep quiet... 97 00:08:15,788 --> 00:08:16,872 Hey! 98 00:08:17,498 --> 00:08:19,583 Use this if you like! 99 00:08:19,667 --> 00:08:21,001 It's just been washed! 100 00:08:23,379 --> 00:08:24,296 And... 101 00:08:25,089 --> 00:08:26,549 here's some hot tea. 102 00:08:26,632 --> 00:08:29,093 This thermos is great at keeping things warm. 103 00:08:29,176 --> 00:08:32,179 Here are some gloves, and a pocket heater! 104 00:08:32,263 --> 00:08:34,014 It gets warm if you shake... 105 00:08:38,978 --> 00:08:42,773 Shoot! I jumped the gun! 106 00:08:47,319 --> 00:08:49,196 What is it? 107 00:08:49,822 --> 00:08:52,616 I was curious what you'd hand me next. 108 00:08:58,080 --> 00:08:59,540 I'm kidding. 109 00:09:01,292 --> 00:09:02,918 Thanks for looking out for me. 110 00:09:03,460 --> 00:09:04,753 No worries. 111 00:09:04,837 --> 00:09:06,088 She laughed... 112 00:09:11,677 --> 00:09:15,472 I'm fine, so make sure you keep warm. 113 00:09:19,977 --> 00:09:21,228 Isn't this... 114 00:09:22,104 --> 00:09:26,233 kinda like a newlywed wife tying her husband's tie. 115 00:09:27,818 --> 00:09:29,445 - Sorry. - It's okay. 116 00:09:31,405 --> 00:09:33,616 I noticed this the other day too, 117 00:09:33,699 --> 00:09:37,036 but Chinatsu Senpai has a low body temperature. 118 00:09:38,162 --> 00:09:39,288 Finished. 119 00:09:40,164 --> 00:09:41,832 Sorry I'm late. 120 00:09:41,915 --> 00:09:42,750 It's okay. 121 00:09:43,459 --> 00:09:46,629 Don't catch a cold, Taiki Inomata. 122 00:09:47,838 --> 00:09:49,131 How do you know my name? 123 00:09:49,757 --> 00:09:51,759 Good question. I wonder why. 124 00:09:54,219 --> 00:09:56,013 Has she known all this time...? 125 00:09:56,096 --> 00:09:57,765 You have a great mom. 126 00:09:59,183 --> 00:10:00,309 Mom? 127 00:10:01,101 --> 00:10:01,935 TAIKI INOMATA 128 00:10:02,019 --> 00:10:03,103 So embarrassing! 129 00:10:03,187 --> 00:10:04,938 But she said my name... 130 00:10:07,608 --> 00:10:12,488 It's still so embarrassing! 131 00:10:26,377 --> 00:10:27,503 Break time! 132 00:10:28,462 --> 00:10:31,048 Taiki, get a damp cloth. 133 00:10:31,131 --> 00:10:32,091 Roger! 134 00:10:35,469 --> 00:10:38,514 In any case, she remembered my name. 135 00:10:39,264 --> 00:10:40,599 Taiki Inomata. 136 00:10:42,559 --> 00:10:46,522 Her saying my name was more destructive than I expected. 137 00:10:51,026 --> 00:10:54,321 Anyway, I made it to the second round. 138 00:10:54,863 --> 00:10:57,157 Now to the third round. 139 00:10:57,908 --> 00:11:00,452 Ask for her contact info! 140 00:11:07,751 --> 00:11:11,046 Chinatsu Senpai and the girls' basketball coach? 141 00:11:12,297 --> 00:11:13,132 What're you up to? 142 00:11:13,966 --> 00:11:15,175 Hina! 143 00:11:15,259 --> 00:11:16,802 Nothing! 144 00:11:20,639 --> 00:11:23,058 You mustn't aim too high. 145 00:11:23,183 --> 00:11:24,810 You're one to talk. 146 00:11:25,727 --> 00:11:29,940 I just thought they looked serious. 147 00:11:32,734 --> 00:11:36,822 I saw that girl walking with a boy the other day. 148 00:11:40,701 --> 00:11:41,994 Just kidding! 149 00:11:43,954 --> 00:11:46,582 The nerve of her! 150 00:12:04,224 --> 00:12:05,434 Catch you guys later. 151 00:12:05,517 --> 00:12:06,643 See ya! 152 00:12:09,688 --> 00:12:11,899 I forgot my towel at the gym. 153 00:12:13,066 --> 00:12:14,485 What? Forgot something? 154 00:12:14,568 --> 00:12:16,445 - Yeah, you can go... - I'm leaving. 155 00:12:20,949 --> 00:12:23,160 Good. It's still open. 156 00:12:32,544 --> 00:12:33,879 What the heck... 157 00:12:34,546 --> 00:12:35,672 Again... 158 00:12:37,174 --> 00:12:38,425 Taiki Inomata! 159 00:12:39,384 --> 00:12:41,136 She remembered my name! 160 00:12:42,346 --> 00:12:43,931 Were you still practicing? 161 00:12:44,932 --> 00:12:47,559 I wasn't satisfied with the way I played during practice. 162 00:12:48,352 --> 00:12:50,437 You shouldn't overwork yourself. 163 00:12:51,063 --> 00:12:52,481 You're probably right, 164 00:12:52,564 --> 00:12:56,193 but I just wanted to play for a little while longer. 165 00:12:58,028 --> 00:13:00,197 She must really love basketball. 166 00:13:03,575 --> 00:13:05,035 She caught me lookin-- 167 00:13:06,578 --> 00:13:07,955 Let's play one-on-one! 168 00:13:08,580 --> 00:13:09,665 What? 169 00:13:22,594 --> 00:13:24,179 Should we take a break? 170 00:13:24,263 --> 00:13:26,348 I'm... sorry... 171 00:13:27,391 --> 00:13:28,850 That was pathetic. 172 00:13:29,768 --> 00:13:32,854 Must be all that badminton you play. You really move well. 173 00:13:33,647 --> 00:13:38,443 My mom was on the basketball team, and we'd play together sometimes. 174 00:13:38,527 --> 00:13:39,861 Me too. 175 00:13:40,529 --> 00:13:42,781 My mom was also on the basketball team, 176 00:13:42,864 --> 00:13:46,868 and we used to play together before I joined the youth basketball team. 177 00:13:47,494 --> 00:13:49,871 Something in common! It's fate! 178 00:13:50,622 --> 00:13:53,375 Have you ever thought about playing basketball? 179 00:13:54,668 --> 00:13:55,794 Pass... 180 00:13:56,587 --> 00:14:00,007 Turns out I'm not cut out for team sports. 181 00:14:00,090 --> 00:14:01,049 Sorry for asking. 182 00:14:01,925 --> 00:14:04,303 Besides, I like how it feels... 183 00:14:05,178 --> 00:14:07,806 Standing alone on the badminton court, 184 00:14:08,473 --> 00:14:11,435 with all the responsibility bearing down on me. 185 00:14:13,103 --> 00:14:17,107 Whether I win or lose, it's all on me. 186 00:14:17,190 --> 00:14:19,234 That rush of nerves is exhilarating. 187 00:14:20,444 --> 00:14:21,612 So, you're a masochist, then. 188 00:14:24,865 --> 00:14:26,199 But I get it. 189 00:14:26,909 --> 00:14:29,202 That's why you practice so hard. 190 00:14:32,205 --> 00:14:34,041 That's rich coming from you... 191 00:14:34,124 --> 00:14:35,834 I was complimenting you. 192 00:14:35,918 --> 00:14:37,336 I mean... 193 00:14:38,295 --> 00:14:39,630 Chinatsu Senpai, 194 00:14:39,713 --> 00:14:43,175 weren't you practicing the day after you retired from junior high? 195 00:14:43,675 --> 00:14:44,760 What? 196 00:14:45,469 --> 00:14:47,596 About a year and a half ago. 197 00:14:49,181 --> 00:14:51,099 {\an8}There were no club activities that day. 198 00:14:52,100 --> 00:14:56,104 But I used to live nearby and happened to come by the school 199 00:14:56,188 --> 00:14:57,940 to pack up my things. 200 00:14:58,649 --> 00:14:59,983 And there... 201 00:15:13,163 --> 00:15:17,376 After that, I heard you missed the nationals by just a hair. 202 00:15:18,752 --> 00:15:20,837 You must've been really disappointed. 203 00:15:21,672 --> 00:15:25,759 To think you must've worked so hard to be that disappointed... 204 00:15:27,052 --> 00:15:29,638 It made me want to work that hard as well. 205 00:15:31,974 --> 00:15:37,521 Thinking back, maybe it was then that I began to like you. 206 00:15:47,864 --> 00:15:49,032 I'd forgotten... 207 00:15:52,911 --> 00:15:56,415 Hey! You guys should head home soon! 208 00:15:56,498 --> 00:15:57,582 Okay! 209 00:15:58,291 --> 00:15:59,376 Let's tidy up. 210 00:16:00,252 --> 00:16:01,878 What the heck. 211 00:16:02,546 --> 00:16:04,673 For a moment, I thought she was crying. 212 00:16:19,021 --> 00:16:19,938 Thanks. 213 00:16:22,649 --> 00:16:23,525 No problem. 214 00:16:29,948 --> 00:16:32,075 Maybe it's because we just exercised... 215 00:16:34,369 --> 00:16:38,623 but Chinatsu Senpai's hand felt warmer than last time. 216 00:16:52,554 --> 00:16:54,973 It will be sunny across the country today. 217 00:16:55,807 --> 00:16:56,933 Morning! 218 00:16:57,017 --> 00:16:59,352 Good morning! Your lunch box is over there. 219 00:16:59,436 --> 00:17:00,479 Thanks. 220 00:17:01,313 --> 00:17:03,356 Aren't you wearing your sweatshirt today? 221 00:17:03,440 --> 00:17:04,775 No, it's too warm. 222 00:17:05,817 --> 00:17:07,861 After I went through all the effort to wash it. 223 00:17:07,944 --> 00:17:08,945 Sorry. 224 00:17:10,322 --> 00:17:12,491 GOING STRAIGHT FOR THE NET! 225 00:17:12,574 --> 00:17:14,034 {\an8}Chinatsu Senpai! 226 00:17:14,993 --> 00:17:16,369 {\an8}Do you know her? 227 00:17:17,037 --> 00:17:17,996 Not really! 228 00:17:18,914 --> 00:17:24,878 Actually... I used to be teammates with Chinatsu's mom. 229 00:17:24,961 --> 00:17:26,338 What? 230 00:17:26,421 --> 00:17:28,340 Why are you shouting? 231 00:17:28,965 --> 00:17:30,008 No reason... 232 00:17:30,842 --> 00:17:33,512 {\an8}That's a huge point of contact! 233 00:17:34,596 --> 00:17:37,099 We stayed in touch from time to time, 234 00:17:37,182 --> 00:17:41,520 but I never imagined her little girl would get this good. 235 00:17:41,603 --> 00:17:43,396 It's a pity though. 236 00:17:44,022 --> 00:17:46,024 They're transferring overseas... 237 00:17:53,115 --> 00:17:55,700 Apparently, they're moving in mid-March. 238 00:17:55,784 --> 00:17:57,536 How sad. 239 00:18:00,705 --> 00:18:01,832 Come to think of it... 240 00:18:05,502 --> 00:18:06,586 Taiki? 241 00:18:08,046 --> 00:18:10,841 Transferring? Overseas? 242 00:18:10,924 --> 00:18:12,300 What the... 243 00:18:12,384 --> 00:18:13,718 What the heck? 244 00:18:19,391 --> 00:18:21,977 Is she really okay with that? 245 00:18:23,520 --> 00:18:25,730 She's the first one at the gym every morning, 246 00:18:26,356 --> 00:18:27,899 practicing harder than anyone. 247 00:18:29,025 --> 00:18:32,654 All that disappointment she felt... 248 00:18:34,197 --> 00:18:35,657 her emotions, 249 00:18:35,740 --> 00:18:37,367 her effort, 250 00:18:37,450 --> 00:18:40,412 her goals, everything. 251 00:18:41,079 --> 00:18:43,165 She can't just leave that all behind! 252 00:19:00,015 --> 00:19:02,767 What's wrong, Taiki? 253 00:19:03,852 --> 00:19:05,020 Chinatsu Senpai! 254 00:19:05,770 --> 00:19:07,689 Please make it to the nationals! 255 00:19:10,025 --> 00:19:13,195 I learned it from you, Chinatsu Senpai. 256 00:19:13,945 --> 00:19:16,948 Working hard every day toward your goals 257 00:19:17,032 --> 00:19:20,744 and continuing to look forward even when you lose. 258 00:19:21,786 --> 00:19:24,706 So please... don't give up! 259 00:19:25,749 --> 00:19:30,712 Even for reasons beyond your control, like your parents transferring overseas. 260 00:19:30,795 --> 00:19:32,714 - Don't... - Sorry. 261 00:19:32,797 --> 00:19:35,217 I'm not going... abroad. 262 00:19:36,801 --> 00:19:37,844 What? 263 00:19:39,304 --> 00:19:41,097 Wait... I... 264 00:19:42,265 --> 00:19:45,185 To be precise, my family will be going, 265 00:19:45,310 --> 00:19:48,605 but I'll be staying with an acquaintance. 266 00:19:49,564 --> 00:19:51,191 No way... I... 267 00:19:52,359 --> 00:19:54,402 jumped the gun! 268 00:19:55,820 --> 00:19:57,405 Well, that's a relief then! 269 00:19:57,489 --> 00:19:59,407 I was really torn. 270 00:20:01,368 --> 00:20:03,995 It'll be lonely being away from my family. 271 00:20:05,121 --> 00:20:07,874 But I had a chance to remember the time 272 00:20:08,583 --> 00:20:11,962 I retired from the junior high team. 273 00:20:13,088 --> 00:20:16,007 How I wanted to make it to the nationals. 274 00:20:17,717 --> 00:20:19,386 How I didn't want to give up. 275 00:20:25,600 --> 00:20:27,143 It's all because of you. 276 00:20:27,852 --> 00:20:30,563 Thank you, Taiki Inomata. 277 00:20:36,152 --> 00:20:38,780 But... I didn't do anything... 278 00:20:41,533 --> 00:20:43,785 Let's play one-on-one again sometime! 279 00:20:48,039 --> 00:20:50,041 Let's play badminton as well. 280 00:20:50,125 --> 00:20:51,293 Okay. 281 00:21:06,933 --> 00:21:10,729 Wait, I said something really embarrassing, didn't I? 282 00:21:21,281 --> 00:21:23,575 I'm glad today's Sunday... 283 00:21:29,164 --> 00:21:32,083 For the first time in my life, I don't want to see... 284 00:21:34,085 --> 00:21:36,296 Chinatsu Senpai today... 285 00:21:39,841 --> 00:21:40,884 Good morning. 286 00:21:44,471 --> 00:21:48,016 What is Chinatsu Senpai doing in my house? 287 00:21:50,268 --> 00:21:52,604 You're up, Taiki. 288 00:21:52,687 --> 00:21:55,607 Remember? We talked about this. 289 00:21:55,690 --> 00:21:58,610 This is Chinatsu Kano. 290 00:21:59,694 --> 00:22:02,155 She'll be living with us starting this spring. 291 00:22:02,989 --> 00:22:04,115 Please look after her. 292 00:22:04,199 --> 00:22:05,909 Thanks for helping out. 293 00:22:05,992 --> 00:22:07,994 - Thanks for having me. - Come on, we were teammates. 294 00:22:12,290 --> 00:22:16,836 What the heck? 295 00:23:42,964 --> 00:23:47,969 Subtitle translation by: Bakul Binjola