misato approaches K who stands nervously as she asks about the document they discussed the previous day ke his expression showing unees apologizes explaining that it is not yet ready Mado keeping a firm demeanor questions whether it will be ready before noon Kea still unsure stammers out his uncertainty misad doesn't let up telling him to do as much as he can and leaves him standing there her back straight and her stride confident as she walks away later Mado confronts Kea again again she stands tall with an imposing presence her arms relaxed but her expression serious she
reminds K that it has been a week since kikawa asked him to complete the task and it should have been finished in just 3 days her sharp tone cuts through the silence as she questions his professionalism emphasizing that he should be able to manage his time better kada visibly flustered stammers out an apology Mado corrects his wording instructing him on how to properly address his superiors as her glare intensifies K quickly corrects himself offering a more formal apology Mado finishes the conversation with a cold command the document must be finished by noon her eyes narrow
watching him intently to ensure her words are understood Mado moves through the office with a sense of purpose she hands kakawa several documents including the minutes of yesterday's meeting and various proposal documents for review kakawa Thanks her acknowledging how much work she has done as msada walks away her Co worker comments that while she may be intimidating she is highly competent and logical in everything she does K watches her from a distance agreeing silently but adding that she is also scary Mado overhearing confronts ke warning him that his overly kind demeanor is being taken advantage
of her sharp gaze Bears down on him as she reminds him to maintain more dignity when dealing with subordinates ke looking worried promises to do his best in another part of the office K thanks Mado for her help earlier she brushes it off telling him not to mention it as they walk toward the elevator ke shares with another cooworker that he has completed and submitted the document as required his cooworker Praises him though he reminds ke that this is simply part of his job Mada remains quiet but her commanding presence lingers even as they prepare
to leave the building walking outside K suggests he will pick up lunch from the convenience store Mado walks beside him her usual reserved expression in Place K mentions grabbing a Bento to which Mado makes no direct comment as they part Wass for a moment Mado watches the surroundings noticing someone nearby who catches her attention briefly at a restaurant ke excitedly eats a roast beef bowl commenting on how delicious and reasonably priced it is Mado sits across from him her expression as calm and unreadable as ever quietly listening K in his usual cheerful tone suggests that
Mado who earns more than him should treat herself to something more proper Mado simply watches him with no change in her expression letting his words pass without much reaction as kada continues eating he remarks that it is his first time trying the dish and is surprised at how light it feels on his stomach Mado acknowledges this with a nod expressing some relief that it suits him K insists on paying for the meal as a gesture of thanks Mado accepts but remains distant still observing him closely as he finishes eating as they leave the restaurant K
asks if Mado would mind him stopping by a convenience store to get a drink she agrees waiting outside as he heads in Mado stands by herself her attention momentarily caught by someone passing by she quietly observes the person noting their appearance before returning her Focus to the day ahead as Mado walks alone two men approach her with casual yet intrusive remarks asking if she is on a break from work and pressing her for her contact information misada remains silent her gaze sharp but indifferent completely ignoring their advances the men amused by her cold demeanor comment
to each other that she is ignoring them one of the men notices her company name tagged and reaches out to grab it making a remark about her appearance just as things escalate K arise K calmly steps between Mado and the men apologizing to them but explaining that privacy regulations at their company are strict and they cannot disclose that kind of information he maintains a light polite demeanor but his words make it clear that he is firm in his stance he explains that they are not even allowed to give out business cards unless it's to colleagues
or business partners his calm presence diffuses the situation and the men decide to leave Mado lowers her gaze and apologizes to kada feeling she has caused him trouble by not handling the situation herself K in his usual soft manner waves off her apology and says he should not have left her alone in the first place even if it was just for a short while Mado still feeling guilty continues to apologize but ke brushes it off gently suggesting that she used the same assertiveness with her subordinates as she does when dealing with Outsiders later ke offers
Mado a small gift chocolate and thanks her for her hard work Mado though still serious accepts it and thanks him in return as Kea prepares to leave he mentions that after finishing his work for the day he will head straight home mad watches him go her expression unreadable but her eyes follow him as he walks away later Mado opens the small envelope that kada had handed her earlier inside she finds a small amount of money with a note apologizing for making her pay for lunch earlier she is taken aback wondering if it was really necessary
Mado overhears colleagues gossiping about her having made a mistake with a client that nearly caused the cancellation of a contract she is frustrated by the rumor but before she can dwell on further she reflects on ke's overly kind nature at the office K approaches Mado who is apologizing to the Department manager for a mistake she bows deeply taking full responsibility for the situation stating that she will do whatever it takes to make amends Kea steps forward suggesting they apologize together taking part of the blame for not opposing the department manager's decision they stand side by
side United in their apology afterward as they sit on a train Kea reassures Mado that everything went well he smiles telling her that her sincerity got through to their Superior and that she did a great job theado still feeling conflicted admits that the superior is not so naive as to forgive someone who isn't sincere ke insists that she should be proud of herself gently reminding her not to carry the burden alone and to rely on her seniors or colleagues when necessary later that evening Mado is shown lying in bed holding the note ke gave her
she blushes as she recalls his soft kind nature finally letting herself acknowledge how much his support means to her even though she still questions if 1,000 yen was enough for the lunch ke meanwhile reflects on his decision to give her the money slightly embarrassed at his own gesture but still thinking it was the right thing to do Kan chikawa stands in his office surprised and concerned about being paired with Mado For an upcoming business trip to Kyoto he feels uncomfortable knowing that being alone with her might cause some unease however his Superior reassures him saying
that the trip is necessary to leverage his connections for negotiations Mado who overhears part of the conversation remains comp pose and focused expressing her intent to gain experience from the trip especially under Kan shika's guidance they both acknowledged the professional nature of the situation with Mado showing her usual determination and professionalism as they arrive in Kyoto the iconic Tower Stands Tall in the background marking their arrival inside a meeting room Mado and kesa Kawa present their proposals to the client the executives on the other side review the documents carefully the lead executive Smiles recognizing the
mutual benefit for both companies and expresses his approval of the proposal promising to consider it thoroughly Mado maintaining her calm demeanor thanks them for their cooperation while kanes shawa standing beside her appears relieved yet determined later they meet with an old kague of kanes shawa Kanda the two men exchanged pleasantries recalling old times and commenting on how much they changed or in some ways stayed the same Kanda invites both kakawa and Mado to dinner at a restaurant they used to frequent Mado caught off guard by the casualness of the conversation listens intently showing a slight
hint of curiosity at dinner the atmosphere is more relaxed they sit around a table in a Cozy Restaurant and Kanda brings up past memories teasing kanes shawa about how he used to be kishikawa laughs it off slightly embarrassed but mazat remains quiet clearly observing their Dynamic the topic shifts to how things have changed over the years with Kanda complimenting kanos shawa on his growth and reflecting on how his career could have risen higher had he continued his old ways Mado silently absorbs this information her attention split between the conversation and the food on the table
suddenly kones shika's phone rings interrupting the flow of conversation it's a call from the department manager in kishikawa steps out to take it leaving Mado and Kanda alone Kanda noticing Miss's interest in Kan shika's past begins to share more details he teases her suggesting that her curiosity about kanes Shaka what might be more personal than professional Mado taken aback stammers and tries to explain that it's purely for work purposes but her reaction gives away a mix of emotions Kanda pulls out an old photo of Kan shawa showing a much younger and Sterner version of him
Mado studies the picture surprised by the start difference in his appearance Kanda explains how kanos shawa was once feared by everyone in the office due to his strict work ethic and perfectionism he rarely smiled and although his performance was top tier it made him a target for envy and rumors Mado listens closely struggling to reconcile the stern figure in the photo with the softer more gentle man she knows today as Kanda continues to speak he recounts how kanes shoa strictness was both admired and feared but also how it eventually led to misunderstandings mado's thoughts Linger
on this image of Kan shawa wondering how much he's truly changed from the person described in these stories jokingly suggest that she should make a move on her colleague as he is single Mado blushes and quickly denies any such intentions stating she simply respects him as a boss throughout dinner she begins to reflect more deeply on her relationship with her colleague despite her occasional harsh words she finds herself increasingly appreciative of his kindness and guidance when her colleague returns from a call with the department manager the conversation turns light again but Mado remains lost in
thought the conversation continues in the office as Mado is handed project proposal by her colleague she carefully reviews it acknowledging that the company's management philosophy must be incorporated into the proposal she instructs the colleag to include this critical aspect in their work as they discuss another cooworker inquires what the younger employee kada is up to noticing him seemingly distracted ke nervously explains that he has been working on another project proposal fumbling through his explanation while Mado watches sternly as she turns her attention back to kada her piercing look unnerves him and he quickly apologizes for
not focusing on his tasks assuring her that he will resume his work immediately meanwhile another colleague pleased with recent progress returns to report that he has successfully closed a contract kakawa appearing humble admits it wasn't particularly difficult but Mado unsatisfied with his modesty scolds him for setting a poor example by not showing confidence she insists he carries himself with more Pride much to the surprise of nearby colleagues who murmur about how she tends to be quite strict with kanes shawa as the day moves forward misada reminds her team that despite their recent successes they must
continue to work diligently even though Kan shawa has been too lenient her words stting but motivate her team to improve their focus as masado watches over their work a cooworker comments on how they much prefer working under kanes shawa than someone who makes unreasonable demands like the department manager Mado quickly interjects reminding them that they must never for for get her presence despite Kan shika's softness her Stern expression leaves them apologizing and scurrying back to their tasks the work day windes down and mad's colleagues prepare to leave thanking her for her hard work however she
remains at her desk deciding to stay late to finalize a proposal knowing that bun housea occasionally pushes up deadlines her mind races with the pressure of delivering a strong proposal on time but she remains composed ensuring her teen can rest while she stays behind to handle the T ask as she continues working late into the night kanesaka returns unexpectedly offering her a treat a cute cat-shaped bread Mado initially surprised by his gesture hesitates unsure of how to react to the adorable snack he assures her that it's both delicious and meant as a token of appreciation
for her hard work flustered she accepts the gift but expresses her frustration at being treated like a child due to the Whimsical nature of the snack nonetheless she thanks him and Han shawa always thoughtful tells her she shouldn't have to play the role of the strict boss all the time hinting that he should be stricter himself misada reflects on his words appreciating his gesture but unsure of how to express her thoughts despite this thought she awkwardly expresses her gratitude for the gift and takes a bite her eyes widen in surprise it's delicious the following day
nado's hard work pays off as her Cat Cafe collaboration proposal is chosen for the project she casually mentions that she stumbled upon a good hint remembering that the president of bun housea is fond of cats she figured aligning the project with the president's preferences would help boost sales and align with their company's philosophy her colleagues are impressed by her thoughtful planning praising her efforts kishikawa approaches to congratulate her expressing how amazing she is Gada remains composed though her sharp gaze betrays her impatience kada who is still nervous around Mado listens to the conversation from a
distance mis's attention soon shifts back to him and she calls out to him sharply asking if he has finished his work ke's heart pounds and he hastily promises to finish by noon Nado continues to watch him her expression unreadable as she reflects on the responsibilities they all share as the pressure mounts K is suddenly scolded once again for spending too much time distracted by irrelevant things including gra your Idols mad's strictness continues and her colleagues note how unusually cold she has been lately kada overwhelmed apologizes profusely promising to refocus on his tasks despite the tense
atmosphere mado's leadership remains effective and her colleagues continue to respect her for her uncompromising dedication to the company a woman is walking through a bustling shopping street holding a small list in her hand she reviews the items she needs to buy mentally going over her shopping errands which include everyday essentials like headache medicine and a pouch as she walks her relaxed expression indicates Ates that she enjoys this break from her usual tasks seeing it as a refreshing change and a possible source of inspiration for her job suddenly her eyes widen in Surprise and her heart
skips a beat as she sees someone familiar nearby her calm expression shifts and we see her gaze intensely focused on a man standing ahead a soft blush spreading across her face as her pulse quickens she recognizes him as kakoa San someone she knows and her surprise is evident she calls out to him her voice filled with dis belief at the unexpected encounter the man kanes shakas San stands outside a drugstore with a gentle smile completely unaware of the woman's initial shock as she approaches him they exchange pleasantries the woman asks what he plans to do
during the holiday they finally have curious about how he spends his free time he casually responds with a playful secretive air thanking her for her hard work and wishing her a relaxing time off she bows in thanks clearly intrigued by his mysterious response and watches him as he walks away she's left pondering his plans slightly frustrated at not getting a clear answer following K shiko San we see him enter a bakery his calm demeanor unchanged the woman continues her shopping but now finds herself glancing toward the bakery noticing how coincidentally he seems to appear in
the same places she's visiting her thoughts swirl as she tries to rationalize the situation insisting to herself that she's not following him although she keeps glancing back toward where he went she wonders if his trip to the bakery is for lunch and considers how odd it is to keep running into him her gaze follows him as he exits one Bakery only to step into another one shortly after adding to her confusion she sneaks after him trying not to be obvious but the situation becomes increasingly strange as she finds herself entering the same stores as him
she picks up items in a store still musing over his behavior contemplating whether she should stock up on Essentials her curiosity intensifies when she recalls the young and cute clerk who worked at the bakery and starts connecting the dots about kanakoa San's repeated visits to different bakeries she begins to suspect that his interest may not be in the bread but in the young Bakery clerks themselves this thought unsettles her as she remembers a previous instance when he showed interest in a Graver Idol that kakun another colag had been watching as she walks Her Imagination runs
wild envisioning kakawa sand admiring the clerks with Angelic fervor an exaggerated vision of him floating with wings and a Halo while professing his adoration for the bakery girls the idea disturbs her and she grows more uncomfortable with the notion at one point she loses track of kanes shawa San in the busy street she looks around slightly panicked wondering where he disappeared to just as she's about to give up he suddenly appears beside her causing her to jump in Surprise they exchange awkward greetings and she notes how their repeated encounters are becoming more of a coincidence
than she expected as they both stand outside a store she notices his bag filled with bread and remarks that he's done quite a bit of shopping he laughs lightly brushing it off by saying it's just bread while she tries to hide her growing embarrassment and unease as the situation continues to feel more Bizarre by the moment kakoa San Smiles warmly as he explains his love for bread sharing that on his days off he enjoys visiting different bakeries to try the most delicious varieties the woman watches him with wide eyes clearly taken aback by his enthusiastic
fession he casually mentions the specific locations where he goes for his favorite types of bread from croissants to melon pan even pointing out that the bread he gave her the other day was from one of his trips she recalls receiving a cute bread shaped like a cat and her surprise deepens her face tightens as she questions whether he goes to all these bakeries just for bread and he sheepishly admits that he does he acknowledges that it might be embarrassing for someone his age to be so invested in Trendy pastries which are usually more popular with
younger people noticing her slightly tense expression he wonders if she's angry but she sharply responds that she isn't though her frustration is evident she bluntly asks if keeping such a hobby a secret was necessary emphasizing that there's nothing wrong with it in an effort to lighten the mood he offers her one of the breads he bought asking if she'd likeed to try it she hesitates at first but with a soft blush she accepts his offer thanking him they both sit on a nearby park bench unwrapping the bread kishikawa takes a bite and immediately expresses how
delicious it is savoring the flavors of butter and salt the woman observes him quietly her expression a mix of curiosity and reluctance he enthusiastically praises the bread asking her for confirmation but she remains Unsure how to respond kakawa suddenly realizes he may have overstepped and awkwardly asks if this situation might be considered harassment since he unintentionally dragged her into eating bread with him Sweat Beads form on his face as he fears he might have messed up she s acknowledging that while it might be true that no one wants to spend their day off with their
boss she was actually the one who invited him to eat together he relaxes offering her more bread as a peace offering but she politely declines worried about gaining weight she thanks him for the bread standing up to leave before she goes she pulls a small flower from her bag and hands it to Him Softly saying that it's a token of thanks for the treat kenishaa looks at the flower in Surprise wondering aloud when he last received one they part ways and she watches him walk away feeling conflicted back in her apartment her heart pounds as
she recalls their time together realizing that the simple Act of sharing bread on a holiday almost felt like a date her mind lingers on the flower she gave him a margarit curiosity drives her to look up the flower's meaning and she's shocked to find that it symbolizes Secret Love flustered she tries to convince herself that the encounter was purely coincidental but the meaning of the flower continues to weigh on her thoughts meanwhile kanes shawa admires the small flower appreciating its beauty completely unaware of the hidden message behind it the story picks up with the character
nervously standing in front of a cheerful maid at a cafe he blushes deeply as she encourages him to say the Cafe's signature catchphrase a cute line involving cats he struggles to comply stammering and embarrassed but eventually he manages to say the words much to the maid's Delight nearby a colleague is recording the situation with her phone she informs him that she won't be participating in the event but is there purely to gather data the atmosphere is light and he reacts playfully to her refusal we then find ourselves at a sunny Beach the man walks along
the sand towel draped over his shoulders he gazes towards the water where a young boy Wads in with water wings off to the side a woman is adjusting her hair wearing a bikini and an open shirt her expression calm but aware of his gaze the setting is Serene the warm sun casting a glow over the scene back in the office the man nervously asks the woman if she captured any embarrassing moments while collecting data she reassures him that she didn't intentionally take pictures of him and was focused solely on her task he seems somewhat relieved
but still asks her to delete certain pictures that made him uncomfortable as they continue walking he recalls the cafe visit admitting how exhausting the experience was compared to others the woman stays calm and professional emphasizing the importance of gathering as much information is possible for their project in a traditional Japanese room two men sit discussing a project involving a beach house one of them older reflects on how the place will close down after the next Festival he expresses his desire to make the final Festival something truly memorable the younger man listens intently offering his support
their conversation turns towards creative ideas with the younger man suggesting something different like combining the beach house with the idea of a made Cafe the Elder considers this and they start discussing ways to make it appealing to all guests including the elderly and families who might not typically frequent such theme venues as the conversation continues the young man reflects on his experience visiting a maid Cafe he mentions how he was initially drawn in by the novelty but the politeness and Hospitality of the staff won him over the Elder is intrigued by the idea and they
talk about reworking their proposal to include some elements from the mate Cafe experience to give their event a fresh unique appeal later in a live Lively and crowded Festival environment the young woman is approached with a request to gather data from a mate Cafe at first she's taken a back questioning why she would be chosen for such a task but the others reassure her they mentioned that anyone unfamiliar with made cafes would provide useful insights as fireworks light up the night sky the woman contemplates the task agreeing that data Gathering alone might be tough the
conversation moves to their planning table where the group continues their discussion about the maid Cafe concept they realize they need a proposal that appeals to a wide range of people especially those attending the festival after some thought the woman agrees to help gather the needed information and looks to the others for their support in creating a balanced proposal the others acknowledge her efforts each offering assistance in various capacities the story transitions as the group meets with a restaurant owner at the beach house the older man explains that he's struggling to find certain ingredients and his
regular customers would be upset if they aren't able to maintain the ual menu one of the event organizers listens carefully offering to visit some acquaintances who might be able to help with sourcing what's needed the older man expresses his gratitude remarking how much he appreciates their efforts to support his business during its final event as the festival planning continues the group reflects on how they had once caused trouble around the beach but now feel a deep sense of responsibility to make the event a success they feel indebted to the older man for his kindness in
the past cleaning up after them and providing free meals now as they assist with the final preparations they hope to repay his generosity with a spectacular farewell event the final conversation shifts to an emotional exchange where the Elder shares his hope for a grand final he wants to leue a lasting impression before retiring much like a fireworks display that ends in a brilliant Unforgettable spectacle everyone listening promises to help him make this dream a reality each contributing what they can to bring the event to life with renewed determination the group prepares to set their plans
in motion knowing this will be a festival to remember as the group disperses the Elder offers his final words encouraging everyone to get back to work and make the event the success there is a sense of cameraderie and shared purpose as they move forward with their preparations eager to bring the beach house to life for one last memorable Festival as they prepare to leave the beach kanes Shaka mentions the importance of blending the elements of a beach house a Summer Festival and the maid Cafe into their event proposal Mado with renewed inspiration begins to form
a more cohesive idea stating confidently that they can incorporate the best qualities of both the beach house and the cafe into the Festival event her determined expression signals her Readiness to proceed with the project the group returns to kaga the elderly owner of the beach house where they discuss potential collaborations for the upcoming event kesik Kawa expresses his earlier embarrassment at the maid Cafe but assures kaga that they will find a creative and effective way to combine the two distinct Concepts kaga amused but understanding supports their efforts noting that it's difficult to satisfy everyone he
gives them the freedom to experiment knowing that this final event should be spectacular at mado's request the staff at the beach house enthusiastically agrees to help voicing their eagerness they cheer loudly as they volunteer and kaga with a warm smile says he's counting on them as the group leaves the beach house staff offer the team M swimsuits and suggest that they enjoy the water Mado reluctant to swim watches as kanos shawa and the others dive into the sea marveling at their energy and enjoyment she remarks to herself that the beach is truly lovely observing how
much the team is enjoying the refreshing water kakawa approaches her commenting on the beauty of the beach as he stands before her droplets of water glisten on his skin and Miss Otto is momentarily flustered her heart racing she scolds him for getting carried away with the beach fun but when he playfully suggests that she join them in the water she hesit Ates the light-hearted bander continues with Mado noting that they are still technically on a work assignment the next day Mado and kishikawa back at work discussed the beach house project further kishikawa compliments her for
coming up with such an Innovative and balanced proposal she responds humbly noting how much fun they had working together and he jokingly mentions that she was much stricter with him earlier Mado tries to change the subject but Kan shawa teases her playfully causing her to blush slightly they agreed to meet again to further discuss the project and Mado Gathering her courage suggests they meet for drinks the following Friday taking Kan shawa by surprise the workplace is filled with the sound of conversations and laughter as hinagata dressed in her work uniform stands surrounded by her colleagues
one of them thanks her saying they are truly grateful for everything she has done another congratulates her calling her by name inagata Smiles warmly expressing her thanks to everyone nearby two of her male co-workers talk quietly one mentions that it's going to be tough without hinagata around all the other notes that her husband has just been transferred they speculate that her departure is because of her upcoming marriage later Mado arrives with a bouquet of flowers and congratulates inagata inagata pleasantly surprised thanks Mado for the beautiful bouquet the two women share a warm moment but in
the background another group of co-workers whisper among themselves surprised that Kan shawa one of their colleagues isn't married joking that he gives off an unreliable Vibe but with his calm demeanor it wouldn't be strange if he had a wife meanwhile mado's expression turns serious as she watches the Lively atmosphere recalling how much the team has relied on hinagata in the past the mood shifts as the group is reminded of her significance and a rumbling noise fills the air signaling their unease at her departure the work day continues Mado back at her desk is approached by
a younger colleague who comments on how how happy Hinata looked lost in thought about how nice being married must be Mado interrupts reminding her that the lunch break is over the colleague undeterred zooms over to Mado nervously asking if Mado has any plans to marry Mado responds flatly that she has no such plans at the moment leaving her co-workers in awe as they press her further Mado considers the idea briefly but dismisses it noting that her current focus is on helping her co-workers become as capable as she is later nishikawa is seen working at his
desk and Miss watches him from afar her co-workers Express doubt that marriage is in their future and missada remains focused on her work typing away at her desk she reflects briefly on her single status reasoning that there are still many things she wants to do and that being single allows her to stay focused on her job her satisfaction with her work keeps her busy and fulfilled as the day progresses kanes shawa wearing a gentle smile approaches Mado who is holding the bouquet from earlier he addresses her by name sparking another round of interactions between them
Miss caught off guard quickly reorients herself determined to focus on her work however her attention is drawn once more to Kan shawa as thoughts about her personal life and relationship surface the story unfolds with Quiet Moments of reflection and SLE interactions between the characters each grappling with the balance between personal fulfillment and professional responsibilities misada remains a central figure poised yet conflicted as she continues to navigate her role at work while reflecting on her future kanes shawa is caught off guard when Mado suddenly enters the office addressing him by name and surprise he looks flustered
unsure why she would know him and admits that he doesn't even know her despite his confusion he remains polite but his earnestness is noted Mado appearing awkward stammers before explaining that they are still within work hours suggesting that personal matters should be discussed after work Kisha Kaa appears a bit overwhelmed by her straightforwardness but he quickly recovers showing his professionalism their conversation takes a turn when Mado mentions a photo taken during a business deal bringing up a connection to kanes shawa he learns that the department manager had shown his photo to his daughter who had
taken a liking to him despite his initial shock at this unexpected news he expresses concern about the age difference kishikawa is in his 50s while the daughter is only 32 a difference that he is uncomfortable with however Miss points out that the daughter has no issues with the age Gap despite his discomfort the manager presses on noting how capable and Earnest Kan shikwa is qualities that have likely attracted attention as the conversation becomes more personal Mado begins to question if Kan shawa has avoided marriage because of his past suspecting that an early relationship might have
left him unwilling to consider marriage again just as the manager suggests they go for a meal Mado bursts in accusing the department manager of harassment she stands her ground her anger clear as she defends Kan shawa criticizing the department manager's actions the manager tries to deflect saying he only wanted kanes shawa to be happy but Mada remains firm her frustration palpable kakawa steps in to stop the argument thanking Mado for standing up for him Mado flustered apologizes for making the situation awkward they leave the room together misad still apologizing while kishiko reassures her that she
surprised urised him with her courage he tells her that seeing her stand up against the manager was unexpected but he is grateful for her support Miss's heart races as she processes his words later they find themselves outside a restaurant Mado had made a reservation under her name but the restaurant staff cannot find it leaving them both speechless despite her frustration kanes shoa reassures her pointing out that it was clearly the restaurant's error as they leave kanes shawa suggests checking his favorite restaurant as an alternative thankfully kanika's Choice a traditional Japanese rayot is available Mado is
impressed by the elegant setting though she notes that it was not the Italian restaurant she had initially booked Kenesha Kawa brushes it off saying it's no trouble and smoothly arranges everything as they sit Mado feels admiration for how effortlessly he handles the situation much like how he operates at work she amuses to herself that it's his kindness and professionalism that she admires so much they begin their meal and the restaurant Chef who knows kakawa from past visits strikes up a conversation he comments on the retirement of a former colleague due to marriage prompting kanes shawa
to reflect on his own views about marriage Mado listens attentively as he contemplates whether it's time for him to start considering it seriously Nado though nervous admits that age differences don't bother her sharing a personal story about her parents keshaa is touched by her openness and they enjoy their meal the conversation turning more light-hearted as the meal progresses they discuss family education and their respective upbringings Mado recalls her Carefree childhood and how it contrasts with her current sense of responsibility kikawa impressed by her work ethic notes that she's always on time and handles her responsibilities
with ease their conversation shifts between light-hearted memories and more serious topics as they share details about their lives finding unexpected common ground at the end of the meal they begin to drink together with Mado joining in on the sake they share a moment of laughter but Mado is still focused on learning more about kanes shika's thoughts on marriage the conversation continues to flow naturally between them as they share stories creating a sense of mutual respect and understanding we observe a light-hearted conversation as one person recalls mischievous Childhood Days such as picking stones from the side
of the road this prompts a comment about how they too had mischievous days the atmosphere shifts as one person offers food to another urging them to eat it before someone else returns from the restroom adding that the other individual won't have any due to punishment when questioned if they are sure the reply is affirmative the focus turns to a man who seems insistent on only discussing work even in the company of a lady who appears to have feelings for him his demeanor is described as insensitive with frustration expressed as he continues talking without considering the
lady's emotions we follow a flashback to his journey where he worked hard to become a top chef in Japan after learning Japanese Cuisine in his home country despite his efforts he despised the fact that people only came to his restaurant because of the novelty of Foreigner cooking Japanese food this leads him to hire someone 30 years ago to help improve his culinary skills and be evaluated for his talents rather than for the novelty in the present another man tells him that attracting customers is essential and his current Foundation is weak he states that the goal
is to have as many people as possible enjoy first class Japanese Cuisine but the chef interprets this as a criticism of his skills however the man clarifies that he is referring to money and connections emphasizing that customers who come for novelty can still be potential connections and sources of funding reluctantly the chef agrees to proceed understanding the need to focus on expanding the customer base next we see that the Chef's Restaurant was featured on TV a fact that initially irritates him as he feels like a spectacle despite this after the broadcast many people start visiting
the restaurant some come out of curiosity While others appear to laugh at him despite these mixed reactions he is surprised that the experience was better than he anticipated an elderly man compliments the food but also notes that while it's good there is still room for improvement both in the presentation and overall quality the story moves forward as someone offers to help him hone his skills further and the chef reflects on the growth he has experienced over the years it's mentioned that his old Mentor once strict like a demon has mellowed out with the patience of
a saint we notice a moment of self-reflection where the chef is reminded to try his hardest though this is not framed as a rivalry one individual comments that although the chef seems calm now his inner core hasn't truly changed suggesting that the emotional walls around his heart remain sturdy another person joins in asking if he would like another drink with an added note that the chef has an unusually high alcohol tolerance to the point that even consuming all the available wouldn't get him drunk we see a heartfelt exchange outside the restaurant where someone expresses regret
over not learning more about the chef's use on Love and Marriage when asked if they should call a taxi the other person declines expressing gratitude for the day as they part there's a playful discussion about whether being proactive or reactive is better with the proactive approach being favored as the conversation continues under the night sky one individual resolves to become even more proactive stating this with determination the other person remarks on how fast they'd grown offering a warm goodbye noting that their face is still bright red possibly from the alcohol the departing person gives instructions
to a driver ensuring that their companion is taken care of as the car pulls away the focus shifts back to the chef with a remark about his emotional walls once again the determination build as someone resolves to bring those walls down setting the stage for a new chapter of personal and professional growth the city lights glimmer in the background as the resolution to understand and connect with the chef grows stronger the beach house is bustling with activity during the summer Festival people chat excitedly about how successful kaga's beach house has become a group of friends
relieved at the outcome remarks on the great turnout one person mentions that they got fired up when they heard Kan shawa was coming too another friend compliments mado's Yukata stating how lovely it looks to which msada responds with a polite thank you in a light-hearted moment someone excitedly shows off a prize they won declaring how much fun the festival is however they quickly get reprimanded by Mado who tells them they are getting carried away and to put the prize away apologizing quickly they comply acknowledging her strictness at the festival food stalls there's a cheerful server
handing out a special bunny-shaped corn dog to a customer the festive atmosphere is enhanced by the child-friendly vi despite the fact that the beach house was meant to have a ma Cafe theme the customers note that they were initially worried about the the made Cafe style but are now enjoying the Lively and welcoming environment the server brings two omusoba dishes to a table thanking the patrons for waiting One customer fidgets nervously noting how out of place they feel in the more lively atmosphere compared to a typical M Cafe kaga the owner of the beach house
prepares to serve some special topping dishes calling it The Beach House's special topping beam her bubbly enthusiasm and cute presentation went over the customers who decide to stay a little longer after initially thinking about leaving as they enjoy the food satoro arrives looking proud and happy kaga's light-hearted comment about closing the shop after the festival Sparks conversation about how much the business has grown with more than three times the customers compared to previous years later as the night continues someone reflects on the years spent at the beach house expressing their gratitude although they are sadden
that the place will no longer operate they have no regrets as they were able to witness the beach house bustling with people the atmosphere turns nostalgic with Kagan and others reminiscing about the good time spent there there's a sense of Pride as they talk about how the beach house had become a place for young and old to gather recalling that it had once been a refuge for those who had lost their way satoru filled with emotion suddenly steps forward and asks to take over the beach house this unexpected declaration catches everyone off guard he explains
that the beach house had been a place of redemption for him and others where they were given a chance despite their troubled past he begs kaga San to allow him to continue running the business so he can repay the kindness they all received kaga listens intently with tears welling up others present Echo satoru sentiments pleading for the beach house to remain open they admit how much the place means to them how it saved them and gave them purpose satoru insists that this isn't a sudden decision as he has thought it through carefully his plea is
heartfelt and he expresses his desire to take over the Legacy that Kagan has perish for so long in the final moments the conversation shifts to the broader perspective of how places like the beach house with their long history and Personal Touch are slowly disappearing in favor of more commercialized areas there's a realization that keeping the place alive is no easy task but satoru is determined to give it his all to ensure the beach House's Legacy continues Mado now walking through the festival with a small group seems slightly detached her mind Elsewhere One of the men
notices and asks if she's gotten separated from the others she shakes her head expressing that she's enjoying herself but making no effort to rejoin her group he's surprised wondering if he's bothering her but Mado her expression softening for just a moment assures him that she's here by choice the man stumbles in his response caught off guard by her directness and fumbles an apology Mado meanwhile shifts her gaze away internally reflecting on her growing feelings for him feelings that are clearly causing her some discomfort the two continue walking through through the crowded Festival together though a
subtle tension lingers between them as they pass by some food stalls Mado now a bit more self-conscious wonders if they look like a couple to the people around them she keeps her thoughts to herself but can't help noticing the man's casual demeanor they order shrimp crackers from a vendor the light-hearted banner temporarily easing the underlying tension the mood is quickly disrupted when a bystander mistakes Mado for the man's daughter mado's eyes widen in disbelief and the man awkwardly corrects the misunderstanding the situation escalates into a mild argument with Mado growing visibly frustrated she tries to
express that it's not the misidentification itself that bothers her but rather how it distorts their actual relationship the man now flustered struggles to explain himself admitting that he can see why it upset her but inadvertently making the situation worse by suggesting it wasn't too far off as they sit together waiting for the next fireworks display the conversation returns to the Festival Mado still frustrated but trying to ease the tension comments on the nature of summer festivals describing them as fun and full of tradition the man agrees praising the Lively atmosphere and mentioning how great Mado
looks in her yucata mado's reaction is almost immediate her heart racing as his casual compliment catches her offg guard she's momentarily speechless her mind spinning with the unspoken thoughts she's kept to herself throughout the evening the fireworks explode in the sky capturing their attention ention and giving them a temporary reprieve from the awkwardness as the colors light up the night they share a quiet moment of appreciation the man Smiles softly commenting on how beautiful the fireworks are and adds that he's glad the project was such a success Mado still distracted by her earlier emotions barely
manages to respond too focused on the Whirlwind of thoughts swirling in her head as the night draws to a close mado's feelings become too overwhelming to contain without thinking she lets slip a Qui confession saying the words out loud before she even realizes what she's done however the booing fireworks drown out her voice and she's unsure if he even heard her the display continues but for misato the moment feels suspended in time her heart racing as she wonders what comes next here I am it's been a while I was in about [Applause] my here I
stand I know I walked away had to find person i' become
