1 00:00:34,872 --> 00:00:36,582 There is someone... 2 00:00:38,917 --> 00:00:41,336 that I want to meet first thing every morning. 3 00:00:48,886 --> 00:00:50,095 That person is... 4 00:00:57,603 --> 00:00:58,937 Are you all right? 5 00:01:00,230 --> 00:01:01,356 I'm okay. 6 00:01:01,440 --> 00:01:04,484 Sorry! I was practicing my elbow pass. 7 00:01:06,320 --> 00:01:07,487 Show me. 8 00:01:09,239 --> 00:01:10,741 It's turning red. 9 00:01:11,742 --> 00:01:12,910 Did it hurt? 10 00:01:14,870 --> 00:01:16,538 It's really okay! 11 00:01:16,622 --> 00:01:17,664 But... 12 00:01:18,207 --> 00:01:19,291 Wait. 13 00:01:20,959 --> 00:01:22,002 Here, take this. 14 00:01:25,214 --> 00:01:27,174 A treat from her pocket... 15 00:01:28,759 --> 00:01:30,052 Will you forgive me... 16 00:01:31,845 --> 00:01:33,013 in exchange? 17 00:01:35,307 --> 00:01:36,808 Of course! 18 00:01:38,101 --> 00:01:39,686 EIMEI PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL 19 00:01:39,770 --> 00:01:43,148 Eimei Private High School is an integrated junior and senior high school 20 00:01:43,231 --> 00:01:44,900 known as a sports powerhouse. 21 00:01:46,276 --> 00:01:48,528 After retiring from my junior high club activities, 22 00:01:49,237 --> 00:01:52,699 I now practice with the senior high badminton team. 23 00:01:54,159 --> 00:01:56,828 Mornings are for free practice, 24 00:01:57,496 --> 00:02:00,832 and I always want to be the first one in the morning. 25 00:02:01,917 --> 00:02:05,420 But Chinatsu Kano from the girls' basketball team always beats me to it. 26 00:02:07,589 --> 00:02:10,425 In the cool, still air of the school gym, 27 00:02:10,509 --> 00:02:12,844 she practices her shooting with intense focus. 28 00:02:14,554 --> 00:02:16,556 Chinatsu Senpai is someone... 29 00:02:17,599 --> 00:02:18,684 I like. 30 00:02:28,318 --> 00:02:31,571 BLUE BOX 31 00:03:48,106 --> 00:03:54,071 BLUE BOX 32 00:03:54,696 --> 00:03:58,825 EPISODE 1 CHINATSU SENPAI 33 00:04:20,722 --> 00:04:23,225 - If only I could marry her... - Not happening. 34 00:04:24,017 --> 00:04:25,227 Wow, harsh! 35 00:04:25,310 --> 00:04:27,646 What's all this talk about marriage? 36 00:04:27,729 --> 00:04:30,273 I mean, I'd get to see Chinatsu Senpai's face first thing 37 00:04:30,357 --> 00:04:32,025 when waking up in the morning! 38 00:04:32,109 --> 00:04:33,193 That would be awesome! 39 00:04:33,276 --> 00:04:34,403 Do you want coffee? 40 00:04:34,486 --> 00:04:36,863 You can't even go out with her in the first place. 41 00:04:38,865 --> 00:04:41,910 Chinatsu Senpai is the basketball team's next ace. 42 00:04:42,911 --> 00:04:44,663 She not only has talent 43 00:04:44,746 --> 00:04:47,165 but also personality and star quality. 44 00:04:47,249 --> 00:04:50,419 She's popular both inside and outside the school. 45 00:04:50,502 --> 00:04:55,298 On the other hand, you have yet to achieve much in badminton. 46 00:04:55,382 --> 00:04:57,217 And you're not even close to being popular. 47 00:04:57,968 --> 00:05:02,681 You're just a low-level underling who participates in high school practice. 48 00:05:04,641 --> 00:05:08,311 If we were to compare you to schools, Chinatsu Senpai would be a seeded school, 49 00:05:09,271 --> 00:05:11,898 and you'd be the school that gets knocked out in the first round. 50 00:05:11,982 --> 00:05:13,817 You're at completely different levels. 51 00:05:14,693 --> 00:05:17,070 Talking to her at practice is your only point of contact... 52 00:05:17,154 --> 00:05:18,572 I have a point of contact! 53 00:05:19,531 --> 00:05:23,326 My mom's an alum of our school's basketball team. 54 00:05:23,410 --> 00:05:26,079 Private schools are full of kids whose parents also went there. 55 00:05:26,872 --> 00:05:29,332 I get what you're saying, Kyo. 56 00:05:31,001 --> 00:05:34,087 But you can't win if you don't try. 57 00:05:34,880 --> 00:05:38,133 Besides, it's fun to play against a powerhouse school. 58 00:05:39,426 --> 00:05:43,096 At least aim to get to the second round. 59 00:05:43,972 --> 00:05:48,226 Get her to remember your name, or ask for her contact info. 60 00:05:48,935 --> 00:05:50,854 - I see. - What are you talking about? 61 00:05:52,689 --> 00:05:54,316 The heck are you doing? 62 00:05:54,399 --> 00:05:56,610 Salutations! 63 00:05:56,693 --> 00:05:58,403 Are you in elementary school? 64 00:05:58,486 --> 00:06:02,616 Wrong! This spring, I became a high schooler, just like you guys. 65 00:06:02,699 --> 00:06:07,329 I've also gained 7 cm since my elementary school days. 66 00:06:07,412 --> 00:06:09,789 You're still under 150 cm. 67 00:06:10,457 --> 00:06:11,625 Shut up! 68 00:06:11,708 --> 00:06:14,502 You're not even 170 cm! 69 00:06:14,586 --> 00:06:16,796 I'll get taller! 70 00:06:16,880 --> 00:06:18,632 They're both like elementary school kids. 71 00:06:22,219 --> 00:06:24,137 So? Something on your mind? 72 00:06:24,221 --> 00:06:26,306 Not really... 73 00:06:28,975 --> 00:06:31,019 Just asking for reference. 74 00:06:31,102 --> 00:06:35,398 What kind of things... make girls happy? 75 00:06:35,982 --> 00:06:38,526 What's this? Are we talking relationships? 76 00:06:39,236 --> 00:06:42,155 If so, leave it to me! 77 00:06:42,239 --> 00:06:44,908 First of all, don't be weak. 78 00:06:44,991 --> 00:06:48,912 You need to act like someone who is relaxed and reliable! 79 00:06:49,496 --> 00:06:52,165 And the most important thing is... 80 00:06:52,249 --> 00:06:53,458 {\an8}LIKE MARCE* NGUYEN 81 00:06:53,541 --> 00:06:55,418 {\an8}...physical beauty! 82 00:07:08,265 --> 00:07:10,433 {\an8}EIMEI PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL 83 00:07:13,019 --> 00:07:15,397 Asking Hina was a mistake. 84 00:07:15,480 --> 00:07:17,566 Her tastes are way too specific. 85 00:07:25,949 --> 00:07:27,784 Maybe the door's still locked. 86 00:07:37,877 --> 00:07:39,045 Right. 87 00:07:39,129 --> 00:07:40,338 It's now or never. 88 00:07:41,089 --> 00:07:42,882 This is my chance to talk to her! 89 00:07:47,429 --> 00:07:50,515 I should introduce myself... No, that might be too sudden. 90 00:07:50,599 --> 00:07:51,766 THIS AIN'T NO JOB INTERVIEW 91 00:07:52,309 --> 00:07:56,313 I should thank her for the treat... But I haven't eaten it yet. 92 00:07:56,396 --> 00:07:57,397 I OFFER MY THANKS 93 00:07:57,981 --> 00:07:58,940 Got it! 94 00:07:59,024 --> 00:08:00,775 I should ask what she's reading. 95 00:08:01,693 --> 00:08:03,486 RUNNING A STACK PLAY 96 00:08:10,619 --> 00:08:12,162 I'll just keep quiet... 97 00:08:15,874 --> 00:08:16,958 Hey! 98 00:08:17,584 --> 00:08:19,669 Use this if you like! 99 00:08:19,753 --> 00:08:21,087 It's just been washed! 100 00:08:23,465 --> 00:08:24,382 And... 101 00:08:25,175 --> 00:08:26,635 here's some hot tea. 102 00:08:26,718 --> 00:08:29,179 This thermos is great at keeping things warm. 103 00:08:29,262 --> 00:08:32,265 Here are some gloves, and a pocket heater! 104 00:08:32,349 --> 00:08:34,100 It gets warm if you shake... 105 00:08:39,064 --> 00:08:42,859 Shoot! I jumped the gun! 106 00:08:47,405 --> 00:08:49,282 What is it? 107 00:08:49,908 --> 00:08:52,702 I was curious what you'd hand me next. 108 00:08:58,166 --> 00:08:59,626 I'm kidding. 109 00:09:01,378 --> 00:09:03,004 Thanks for looking out for me. 110 00:09:03,546 --> 00:09:04,839 No worries. 111 00:09:04,923 --> 00:09:06,174 She laughed... 112 00:09:11,763 --> 00:09:15,558 I'm fine, so make sure you keep warm. 113 00:09:20,063 --> 00:09:21,314 Isn't this... 114 00:09:22,190 --> 00:09:26,319 kinda like a newlywed wife tying her husband's tie. 115 00:09:27,904 --> 00:09:29,531 - Sorry. - It's okay. 116 00:09:31,491 --> 00:09:33,702 I noticed this the other day too, 117 00:09:33,785 --> 00:09:37,122 but Chinatsu Senpai has a low body temperature. 118 00:09:38,248 --> 00:09:39,374 Finished. 119 00:09:40,250 --> 00:09:41,918 Sorry I'm late. 120 00:09:42,001 --> 00:09:42,836 It's okay. 121 00:09:43,545 --> 00:09:46,715 Don't catch a cold, Taiki Inomata. 122 00:09:47,924 --> 00:09:49,217 How do you know my name? 123 00:09:49,843 --> 00:09:51,845 Good question. I wonder why. 124 00:09:54,305 --> 00:09:56,099 Has she known all this time...? 125 00:09:56,182 --> 00:09:57,851 You have a great mom. 126 00:09:59,269 --> 00:10:00,395 Mom? 127 00:10:01,187 --> 00:10:02,021 TAIKI INOMATA 128 00:10:02,105 --> 00:10:03,189 So embarrassing! 129 00:10:03,273 --> 00:10:05,024 But she said my name... 130 00:10:07,694 --> 00:10:12,574 It's still so embarrassing! 131 00:10:26,463 --> 00:10:27,589 Break time! 132 00:10:28,548 --> 00:10:31,134 Taiki, get a damp cloth. 133 00:10:31,217 --> 00:10:32,177 Roger! 134 00:10:35,555 --> 00:10:38,600 In any case, she remembered my name. 135 00:10:39,350 --> 00:10:40,685 Taiki Inomata. 136 00:10:42,645 --> 00:10:46,608 Her saying my name was more destructive than I expected. 137 00:10:51,112 --> 00:10:54,407 Anyway, I made it to the second round. 138 00:10:54,949 --> 00:10:57,243 Now to the third round. 139 00:10:57,994 --> 00:11:00,538 Ask for her contact info! 140 00:11:07,837 --> 00:11:11,132 Chinatsu Senpai and the girls' basketball coach? 141 00:11:12,383 --> 00:11:13,218 What're you up to? 142 00:11:14,052 --> 00:11:15,261 Hina! 143 00:11:15,345 --> 00:11:16,888 Nothing! 144 00:11:20,725 --> 00:11:23,144 You mustn't aim too high. 145 00:11:23,269 --> 00:11:24,896 You're one to talk. 146 00:11:25,813 --> 00:11:30,026 I just thought they looked serious. 147 00:11:32,820 --> 00:11:36,908 I saw that girl walking with a boy the other day. 148 00:11:40,787 --> 00:11:42,080 Just kidding! 149 00:11:44,040 --> 00:11:46,668 The nerve of her! 150 00:12:04,310 --> 00:12:05,520 Catch you guys later. 151 00:12:05,603 --> 00:12:06,729 See ya! 152 00:12:09,774 --> 00:12:11,985 I forgot my towel at the gym. 153 00:12:13,152 --> 00:12:14,571 What? Forgot something? 154 00:12:14,654 --> 00:12:16,531 - Yeah, you can go... - I'm leaving. 155 00:12:21,035 --> 00:12:23,246 Good. It's still open. 156 00:12:32,630 --> 00:12:33,965 What the heck... 157 00:12:34,632 --> 00:12:35,758 Again... 158 00:12:37,260 --> 00:12:38,511 Taiki Inomata! 159 00:12:39,470 --> 00:12:41,222 She remembered my name! 160 00:12:42,432 --> 00:12:44,017 Were you still practicing? 161 00:12:45,018 --> 00:12:47,645 I wasn't satisfied with the way I played during practice. 162 00:12:48,438 --> 00:12:50,523 You shouldn't overwork yourself. 163 00:12:51,149 --> 00:12:52,567 You're probably right, 164 00:12:52,650 --> 00:12:56,279 but I just wanted to play for a little while longer. 165 00:12:58,114 --> 00:13:00,283 She must really love basketball. 166 00:13:03,661 --> 00:13:05,121 She caught me lookin-- 167 00:13:06,664 --> 00:13:08,041 Let's play one-on-one! 168 00:13:08,666 --> 00:13:09,751 What? 169 00:13:22,680 --> 00:13:24,265 Should we take a break? 170 00:13:24,349 --> 00:13:26,434 I'm... sorry... 171 00:13:27,477 --> 00:13:28,936 That was pathetic. 172 00:13:29,854 --> 00:13:32,940 Must be all that badminton you play. You really move well. 173 00:13:33,733 --> 00:13:38,529 My mom was on the basketball team, and we'd play together sometimes. 174 00:13:38,613 --> 00:13:39,947 Me too. 175 00:13:40,615 --> 00:13:42,867 My mom was also on the basketball team, 176 00:13:42,950 --> 00:13:46,954 and we used to play together before I joined the youth basketball team. 177 00:13:47,580 --> 00:13:49,957 Something in common! It's fate! 178 00:13:50,708 --> 00:13:53,461 Have you ever thought about playing basketball? 179 00:13:54,754 --> 00:13:55,880 Pass... 180 00:13:56,673 --> 00:14:00,093 Turns out I'm not cut out for team sports. 181 00:14:00,176 --> 00:14:01,135 Sorry for asking. 182 00:14:02,011 --> 00:14:04,389 Besides, I like how it feels... 183 00:14:05,264 --> 00:14:07,892 Standing alone on the badminton court, 184 00:14:08,559 --> 00:14:11,521 with all the responsibility bearing down on me. 185 00:14:13,189 --> 00:14:17,193 Whether I win or lose, it's all on me. 186 00:14:17,276 --> 00:14:19,320 That rush of nerves is exhilarating. 187 00:14:20,530 --> 00:14:21,698 So, you're a masochist, then. 188 00:14:24,951 --> 00:14:26,285 But I get it. 189 00:14:26,995 --> 00:14:29,288 That's why you practice so hard. 190 00:14:32,291 --> 00:14:34,127 That's rich coming from you... 191 00:14:34,210 --> 00:14:35,920 I was complimenting you. 192 00:14:36,004 --> 00:14:37,422 I mean... 193 00:14:38,381 --> 00:14:39,716 Chinatsu Senpai, 194 00:14:39,799 --> 00:14:43,261 weren't you practicing the day after you retired from junior high? 195 00:14:43,761 --> 00:14:44,846 What? 196 00:14:45,555 --> 00:14:47,682 About a year and a half ago. 197 00:14:49,267 --> 00:14:51,185 {\an8}There were no club activities that day. 198 00:14:52,186 --> 00:14:56,190 But I used to live nearby and happened to come by the school 199 00:14:56,274 --> 00:14:58,026 to pack up my things. 200 00:14:58,735 --> 00:15:00,069 And there... 201 00:15:13,249 --> 00:15:17,462 After that, I heard you missed the nationals by just a hair. 202 00:15:18,838 --> 00:15:20,923 You must've been really disappointed. 203 00:15:21,758 --> 00:15:25,845 To think you must've worked so hard to be that disappointed... 204 00:15:27,138 --> 00:15:29,724 It made me want to work that hard as well. 205 00:15:32,060 --> 00:15:37,607 Thinking back, maybe it was then that I began to like you. 206 00:15:47,950 --> 00:15:49,118 I'd forgotten... 207 00:15:52,997 --> 00:15:56,501 Hey! You guys should head home soon! 208 00:15:56,584 --> 00:15:57,668 Okay! 209 00:15:58,377 --> 00:15:59,462 Let's tidy up. 210 00:16:00,338 --> 00:16:01,964 What the heck. 211 00:16:02,632 --> 00:16:04,759 For a moment, I thought she was crying. 212 00:16:19,107 --> 00:16:20,024 Thanks. 213 00:16:22,735 --> 00:16:23,611 No problem. 214 00:16:30,034 --> 00:16:32,161 Maybe it's because we just exercised... 215 00:16:34,455 --> 00:16:38,709 but Chinatsu Senpai's hand felt warmer than last time. 216 00:16:52,640 --> 00:16:55,059 It will be sunny across the country today. 217 00:16:55,893 --> 00:16:57,019 Morning! 218 00:16:57,103 --> 00:16:59,438 Good morning! Your lunch box is over there. 219 00:16:59,522 --> 00:17:00,565 Thanks. 220 00:17:01,399 --> 00:17:03,442 Aren't you wearing your sweatshirt today? 221 00:17:03,526 --> 00:17:04,861 No, it's too warm. 222 00:17:05,903 --> 00:17:07,947 After I went through all the effort to wash it. 223 00:17:08,030 --> 00:17:09,031 Sorry. 224 00:17:10,408 --> 00:17:12,577 GOING STRAIGHT FOR THE NET! 225 00:17:12,660 --> 00:17:14,120 {\an8}Chinatsu Senpai! 226 00:17:15,079 --> 00:17:16,455 {\an8}Do you know her? 227 00:17:17,123 --> 00:17:18,082 Not really! 228 00:17:19,000 --> 00:17:24,964 Actually... I used to be teammates with Chinatsu's mom. 229 00:17:25,047 --> 00:17:26,424 What? 230 00:17:26,507 --> 00:17:28,426 Why are you shouting? 231 00:17:29,051 --> 00:17:30,094 No reason... 232 00:17:30,928 --> 00:17:33,598 {\an8}That's a huge point of contact! 233 00:17:34,682 --> 00:17:37,185 We stayed in touch from time to time, 234 00:17:37,268 --> 00:17:41,606 but I never imagined her little girl would get this good. 235 00:17:41,689 --> 00:17:43,482 It's a pity though. 236 00:17:44,108 --> 00:17:46,110 They're transferring overseas... 237 00:17:53,201 --> 00:17:55,786 Apparently, they're moving in mid-March. 238 00:17:55,870 --> 00:17:57,622 How sad. 239 00:18:00,791 --> 00:18:01,918 Come to think of it... 240 00:18:05,588 --> 00:18:06,672 Taiki? 241 00:18:08,132 --> 00:18:10,927 Transferring? Overseas? 242 00:18:11,010 --> 00:18:12,386 What the... 243 00:18:12,470 --> 00:18:13,804 What the heck? 244 00:18:19,477 --> 00:18:22,063 Is she really okay with that? 245 00:18:23,606 --> 00:18:25,816 She's the first one at the gym every morning, 246 00:18:26,442 --> 00:18:27,985 practicing harder than anyone. 247 00:18:29,111 --> 00:18:32,740 All that disappointment she felt... 248 00:18:34,283 --> 00:18:35,743 her emotions, 249 00:18:35,826 --> 00:18:37,453 her effort, 250 00:18:37,536 --> 00:18:40,498 her goals, everything. 251 00:18:41,165 --> 00:18:43,251 She can't just leave that all behind! 252 00:19:00,101 --> 00:19:02,853 What's wrong, Taiki? 253 00:19:03,938 --> 00:19:05,106 Chinatsu Senpai! 254 00:19:05,856 --> 00:19:07,775 Please make it to the nationals! 255 00:19:10,111 --> 00:19:13,281 I learned it from you, Chinatsu Senpai. 256 00:19:14,031 --> 00:19:17,034 Working hard every day toward your goals 257 00:19:17,118 --> 00:19:20,830 and continuing to look forward even when you lose. 258 00:19:21,872 --> 00:19:24,792 So please... don't give up! 259 00:19:25,835 --> 00:19:30,798 Even for reasons beyond your control, like your parents transferring overseas. 260 00:19:30,881 --> 00:19:32,800 - Don't... - Sorry. 261 00:19:32,883 --> 00:19:35,303 I'm not going... abroad. 262 00:19:36,887 --> 00:19:37,930 What? 263 00:19:39,390 --> 00:19:41,183 Wait... I... 264 00:19:42,351 --> 00:19:45,271 To be precise, my family will be going, 265 00:19:45,396 --> 00:19:48,691 but I'll be staying with an acquaintance. 266 00:19:49,650 --> 00:19:51,277 No way... I... 267 00:19:52,445 --> 00:19:54,488 jumped the gun! 268 00:19:55,906 --> 00:19:57,491 Well, that's a relief then! 269 00:19:57,575 --> 00:19:59,493 I was really torn. 270 00:20:01,454 --> 00:20:04,081 It'll be lonely being away from my family. 271 00:20:05,207 --> 00:20:07,960 But I had a chance to remember the time 272 00:20:08,669 --> 00:20:12,048 I retired from the junior high team. 273 00:20:13,174 --> 00:20:16,093 How I wanted to make it to the nationals. 274 00:20:17,803 --> 00:20:19,472 How I didn't want to give up. 275 00:20:25,686 --> 00:20:27,229 It's all because of you. 276 00:20:27,938 --> 00:20:30,649 Thank you, Taiki Inomata. 277 00:20:36,238 --> 00:20:38,866 But... I didn't do anything... 278 00:20:41,619 --> 00:20:43,871 Let's play one-on-one again sometime! 279 00:20:48,125 --> 00:20:50,127 Let's play badminton as well. 280 00:20:50,211 --> 00:20:51,379 Okay. 281 00:21:07,019 --> 00:21:10,815 Wait, I said something really embarrassing, didn't I? 282 00:21:21,367 --> 00:21:23,661 I'm glad today's Sunday... 283 00:21:29,250 --> 00:21:32,169 For the first time in my life, I don't want to see... 284 00:21:34,171 --> 00:21:36,382 Chinatsu Senpai today... 285 00:21:39,927 --> 00:21:40,970 Good morning. 286 00:21:44,557 --> 00:21:48,102 What is Chinatsu Senpai doing in my house? 287 00:21:50,354 --> 00:21:52,690 You're up, Taiki. 288 00:21:52,773 --> 00:21:55,693 Remember? We talked about this. 289 00:21:55,776 --> 00:21:58,696 This is Chinatsu Kano. 290 00:21:59,780 --> 00:22:02,241 She'll be living with us starting this spring. 291 00:22:03,075 --> 00:22:04,201 Please look after her. 292 00:22:04,285 --> 00:22:05,995 Thanks for helping out. 293 00:22:06,078 --> 00:22:08,080 - Thanks for having me. - Come on, we were teammates. 294 00:22:12,376 --> 00:22:16,922 What the heck? 295 00:23:43,050 --> 00:23:48,055 Subtitle translation by: Bakul Binjola