I'm clockin' out early, hey, hey, hey.
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Next customer, please step this way.
Oh... okay.
That'll be 1,040 yen.
Okay.
Here's your change and receipt.
You're close to getting your loyalty reward!
Okay...
We'll have a 50% discount coupon on mochi chips tomorrow.
Thanks.
I'll take over, Yamada-chan.
Something's wrong.
What?
What Usually Happens
Wow, I have so many points now.
Thank you very much!
My customer service didn't prove effective.
On what?
I want to smoke so bad.
Come again, Sasaki-san.
Cig 2 Cheering Up Behind the Supermarket with You
Tayama-san...
I can't smoke here without her. It's not that easy.
Heya, it's me, your easy girl.
Tayama-san?!
Wassup?
Oh, did you just get off?
Yep.
Good work.
Anyway, you want to smoke, right? Isn't that why you're here?
Get in.
O-Okay! Excuse me!
That was one big sigh.
Something got you down, Sasaki-san?
Uh, well...
I guess.
Yamada-san was bothered by it.
What? Did I act inappropriately back there?
Not what I meant.
She was worried about you because you were down in the dumps.
She's such a considerate, thoughtful person.
Thank you, too, Tayama-san.
Hey, I'm just the messenger.
What? But you came here just to tell me that, didn't you?
Your hair's down, so I thought maybe you rushed here to talk to me.
Hey, Tayama-san! You know you shouldn't blow smoke in someone's face!
I couldn't be bothered doing my hair. That's all.
And I passed on the message because...
I'm not telling you.
You can blame yourself for getting cheeky tonight.
Cheeky? What?
H-How do you mean?
Too cheeky for such a dense guy.
Excuse me? I am not dense.
Am I really that dense?
What's the matter?
Tayama-san, uh...
Could I get your unbiased thoughts on something? I'd appreciate it.
What is it?
Am I a scary guy?
Are you okay?
Where'd that hilarious question come from?
"Hilarious"?
Well, you see...
I made a fresh-out-of-college hire cry today.
What, Sasaki-san, are you the yelly type at work? That's so funny.
Hey! Now look here, you... You...!
No! Absolutely not!
She made a really trivial mistake,
so I tried to cheer her up,
but I think she took what I said the opposite way.
Just do better next time, okay?
Huh? I, uh...
What is wrong with you, Sasaki-kun?!
I'm terribly sorry, sir.
Sasaki-san got torn a new one.
I heard he made a new hire cry.
What? Sasaki-san, of all people?!
I'd feel so bad if she came to hate her job because of me.
I don't see the problem.
Your workplace is basically a sweatshop, making you work so late all the time.
She'll probably quit either way.
Don't say that, Tayama-san...
Besides, if she's a fresh graduate, she only just joined the company, right?
She'll eventually find out that you're a good person.
Well, if she sticks around that long.
Thanks for saying so.
I'm sure Yamada-san would never find herself in this situation.
Why bring her up there?
I just thought, she'd never scare new hires to the point of tears.
Unlike me and my intimidating appearance, you mean?
That's not what I meant.
True, she's more likely to be disrespected than feared.
Disrespected?
I really think she's incredible.
She's bright and cheery, even when working at odd hours,
and she even looks out for troublesome customers like me.
I wish I could go about things with a smile like her.
Supermarkets train their employees hard to have the perfect smile.
Oh, really? Does that mean you, too?
Yep.
Your eyes have to be upturned and crescent.
Lift your facial muscles,
and show your upper teeth.
Like so!
T-Tamaya-san, you...
Huh?
Wha?
Sorry. I'm really sorry.
It's just, that really took me aback.
You look great when you're acting all cutesy, too, Tayama-san.
Huh?
T... Tayama-san?
No, I should be apologizing to you.
Rather than just demonstrating, I should have instructed you directly.
S-Sowwy, 'ayama-han!
A you ma'?
I din't mean anying 'y it!
Okay. That'll do for smile practice.
I'm sorry, okay?
Remember that feeling and practice more.
I...
Got that?
Yes, ma'am!
Genki Trading
I'm really sorry for breaking down yesterday!
I didn't mean to cry, but...
I was just so overwhelmed.
Let's talk outside. It's too smoky in here.
No, that's fine.
I'm truly sorry for making you out to be the bad guy.
Don't be. I should've thought about my phrasing, too.
There's no need! I...
I knew you were a good person. I shouldn't have misunderstood.
She'll eventually find out that you're a good person.
It's totally normal to mess up at first. In fact, you're expected to.
Don't let it get to you.
And if you ever have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you very much.
What a smooth operator.
Don't ruin it!
Next customer, please step this way.
Here's your receipt.
Thank you.
Thank you! Come again!
You look great when you're acting all cutesy too,
Tayama-san.
Don't laugh at that, Sasaki.
You see it all the time.
It's spring, so I thought I could get away with no jacket for a smoke run,
but it still gets pretty chilly at night, huh?
I'll have a smoke somewhere before I go home.
Yamada-chan, I'll take over.
Cheers.
He didn't show up tonight.
Overtime? Is he stuck at work until morning?
Oh, and one more thing.
Yes?
The manager wants to speak with you before you leave.
Tayama-san, good ev—
pissssssed
She's in a foul mood...
Yikes.
Hey, if it ain't Sasaki-san.
Hey.
Don't just stand there. Come take a seat.
Thanks.
Tayama-san, did something—
Were you off work today?
Huh?
Oh, yeah, for once.
That response just screams sweatshop.
Glad you got a day off.
Cold
Hot
Aren't you gonna smoke?
It's cold out, so I'm getting a drink.
Join me.
When you're feeling down,
a hot drink helps more than cigarettes and alcohol, you know?
I got a complaint for the first time in ages.
"I've always thought her customer service was flawless,
but I smelled cigarette smoke on her today. I expected better."
The boss told me not to take it to heart, 'cuz it's just unreasonable whining.
But when this crap happens,
everything starts to feel so stupid.
That's sad.
I don't get feeling betrayed by somebody as soon as you see a new side to them.
They're both the same person, you know?
Oh, but I'm not one to talk.
I don't even know what section you work.
S-Sorry, I stepped out dressed too lightly, and I keep sneezing.
Tayama-san? What are you doing?!
You can borrow that for tonight.
It's warm. Thank you, Tayama-san.
No, thank you.
Also, I'm sorry, but I have to say this.
I don't drink coffee.
You look surprised.
That's not why.
I actually don't drink it either.
Let's just get another drink, huh?
Big Bad Bull for me, then.
Lovely weather today.
Nothing feels better than the warm sunlight in spring.
It warms the tired cockles of my heart and soul.
Especially after a client chewed me out.
I'm so sorry! I'm so sorry!
I'm so sorry
I'm so sorry! I'm so sorry!
I'm so sorry
I need to get back to work.
Guess I'll buy some lunch at Super S on the way back.
Tayama-san probably works the night shift, right?
I doubt she'd be here right now...
Tayama-san...
What?!
Y-Y-Yamada-san?!
Hello!
Wh-What are you doing here?
Wait, you work during the day, too?
Sasaki-san, calm down, will you?
Oh, s-sorry about that.
I mostly do night shifts, but I'm filling in for someone today.
And I'm here because...
Calm down... Calm down.
It's the only spot here with a vending machine.
Oh, is that so.
Did you get off work early?
No, I was on my way back,
but if Tayama-san was here, I thought I could join her for a smoke.
Urk!
Sorry, Yamada-san, I know I shouldn't be here!
I'm just taking advantage of Tayama-san's gracious offer!
She didn't do anything wrong!
So, uh...
It's all right, Sasaki-san. I knew that already.
Tayama-chan told me.
Oh, she did?
You two must be good friends.
Sa-slow-ki.
Sa-slow-ki
Huh?
Yes, we're very close!
I knew it.
You must have a lot in common.
You're both very attentive and thoughtful.
Oh, right. Uh, Yamada-san?
Yes?
Uh...
Is Tayama-san doing okay?
She is, why?
Is this about the complaint?
Yeah. She told me a little about it.
I was worried if she'd be okay.
She's fine.
I was worried, too, but you know what she said?
That she forgot all about it after eating some ramen and going to sleep.
Is that so? Glad to hear it.
I hope you'll let her vent to you again.
Oh, but...
If she's already put it behind her, I don't think I should bring it up again.
It doesn't have to be about this particular matter.
Cold
I'll let her know that you were concerned about her.
What? A-Are you sure? Wouldn't I be overstepping?
Overstepping? When she was the one who came to you about it?
It's a bit late for that now.
Oh, true.
By the way, Yamada-san.
Thank you for the other day.
I heard from Tayama-san.
She told me you were worried I seemed down in the dumps.
I never got the chance to thank you, as I didn't want to bother you while working.
Oh, that's fine.
Work had me down, so I really appreciated having someone look out for me.
I'm glad. As long as I wasn't overstepping...
Wait, overstepping?
I suppose it's a bit late for that, too.
That would be the natural conclusion.
Oh, I'm sorry for keeping you.
Not at all.
I've been wanting to speak with you like Tayama-chan, so I'm glad I got the chance.
She's not here right now, but feel free to have a smoke.
Thank you.
Actually, I'll refrain today.
I wouldn't want to get the smell of smoke on you.
Sorry to take up your valuable break time.
See you.
Sasaki-san.
Yes?
You've had a petal in your hair this whole time.
What? The whole time?
Yeah.
A geezer with a flower...
It was so cute,
I couldn't bring myself to tell you.
Sorry about that.
No, uh, thank you.
I didn't expect that from Yamada-san.
She's got a playful side, too, huh?
Sasaki-san's so dense,
it's almost funny.
Translation: Sriram Gurunathan
Editing & Typesetting: Geoff Mazzolini Subtitle Timing: Krzysztof Kunc
Quality Check: Zachary Carlysle Translation Check: Sho Stifler
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