Sky Castle (2024) s01e04 Episode Script
Episode 4
1
The residents of Sky Castle are
adept at concealing their misfortunes.
Victors face tragedies too.
What kind of tutor charges 30 million yen?
Are you sure it's not a scam?
Sorry, Aoba, for being in first place.
The wives of Sky Castle
lavish money on their children
for the sake of their futures.
I have something important to discuss.
Are you going to blame me
for what happened 16 years ago?
I was told that she still hasn't paid
this month's hospital bill.
If word gets out that I'm doing
Yuma's assignments on his behalf,
he'll be expelled.
The girl then picks up
and collects the cash
to pay
for her mom's hospitalization bills.
It appears that in exchange
for cash from Yuma's mother,
Ms. Miku did Yuma's thesis,
social research,
and other assignments on his behalf.
If the school finds out,
she'll be expelled immediately.
Well done.
Please approach Ms. Miku with this
and request she withdraw her candidacy.
However, according to her profile,
she was raised in a single-mother family,
and her mother is currently hospitalized.
She seemed really in need of cash.
There is no need for sympathy.
You're someone who is capable
of doing anything in order to win.
I could not have asked
for a better business partner.
If a student like Ms. Miku
becomes student council president,
it would be a problem
for the school as well.
We're only preventing that from happening.
There's no need to hold back.
I feel less guilty
after hearing your words, Ms. Kujo.
We've confirmed
your payment for this month's bill.
-I'll give you a receipt.
-Thank you.
The world is not made equal.
You're running
for student council president?
It's for the entrance exam.
Ms. Kujo said I'll definitely win.
Then let's celebrate
with a little extravagance today.
Thanks, Dad!
Some are blessed
from the moment they are born,
and some are not.
And that's where disputes arise.
It's nice that you're back
in the general ward again.
But I'm still
feeling weak somehow.
You'll be fine.
You'll recover soon.
NOZOMI YAMADA
I'm sorry, Miku.
Your shoes and bag are all worn out.
You don't have to worry about that.
As long as you're healthy,
I'm happy.
I'm so proud
to have a daughter like you.
What are you saying?
There's a lot more things
you can be proud of.
More importantly,
let's go to Enoshima
when you're discharged.
You and Dad used to go there
on your birthday, right?
It's a memorable place, isn't it?
I want to go too.
I want to hear stories
about Dad from time to time.
What was he like?
He was like you, Miku.
A very smart person.
And he cared about someone like me.
He was a kind
and wonderful person.
You loved him, didn't you?
You want Sho to be Ruri's recommender?
Yes, please.
We need a recommender
to support Ruri's run
for student council president.
But Sho has no influence, and I'm afraid
it may do more harm than good.
I have a plan.
Besides, if you accept this offer,
it will definitely help Sho
in his entrance exam evaluation.
-What's this?
-It's the in-school mock questions.
I heard it's pretty accurate.
It's going to help your performance
on the entrance exam.
Where did you get that from?
This set of mock questions
was prepared by Ruri's exam tutor,
and Mrs. Asami passed them to me.
Why would she do that?
Sho just needs to be
Ruri's recommender
in her run for president. I agreed.
-So this is her way of saying thanks.
-I'm going to?
You didn't even ask for Sho's opinion,
and you already promised her?
Please rescind the offer right away.
You object to whatever I do, don't you?
We've seen the mock questions.
How can I go back on my words?
That's your problem.
You're taking entrance exams too lightly.
Where's your sense of urgency?
Please stop fighting.
I'm saying this for your own good.
Fine.
I just need to be her recommender, right?
-But
-Don't worry.
She has a plan.
A plan?
NOMINEE : RURI ASAMI
RECOMMENDER : SHO NIKAIDO
You must have it rough
to be Ruri's recommender.
KENSAKU NATSUME
I did it for family peace.
-What's the next period?
-English.
-You don't like it?
-Not much.
AOBA MINAMISAWA
You've got guts, Miku.
But I'll have you know,
sympathy votes for your poor upbringing
-won't get you elected.
-Stop it, Ruri.
-Yeah.
-Don't you know
what people are saying about you
behind your back?
Huh?
-I'll enlighten you.
-Miku, you stop it too.
You're Ms. Miku, right?
I'm Ruri Asami's mom.
I have something to discuss with you.
Will you come with me?
What is it you want to discuss?
I have something to show you.
Listen, madam.
If word gets out that I'm doing
Yuma's assignments on his behalf,
he'll be expelled.
The same goes for you.
-Yes.
-You're violating the school rules.
-I'm doing this fully aware
-This can be
-considered blackmail, as you can see.
-of the risk.
You'd better not anger me.
A student council president
that does dishonest things like this
isn't good for the school.
Don't worry.
If you're willing to rescind
your candidacy,
I'll keep this a secret
between the two of us.
I understand you did this
for your mom's hospital bills.
I'm
trying to be understanding here.
You're amazing, Mrs. Asami.
To make your daughter the president,
you're willing to go this far.
The world is so unfair.
Ruri has wealthy parents like you
who will go this far to help her.
You live in Sky Castle, right?
"I wanted to let you live
in a wonderful place like this."
I wanted to let you live
in a wonderful place like this.
I remember my mom telling me that.
I always see you reading this book.
I'm going to live here one day.
You can come to me
if you ever face any trouble.
I'll be glad
to be of assistance to you.
I know you're indignant.
But
take it.
Dirty money is still money.
You'll need it to survive.
I know you'll be fine.
You're smart,
so you'll definitely make a comeback.
The answer is x=8.
Perfect.
That's because you're
such a good teacher, Big Sister Miku.
I can't wait for the upcoming test.
-Right.
-Yup.
-Time for a tea break. Shall we?
-Okay.
We baked cookies too.
They look tasty!
I heard you're going up against my sister
for the student council president.
Your recommender is Aoba, right?
IZUMI MINAMISAWA
Knock her down a peg.
I'll vote for you too, Big Sister Miku.
It's not nice to say things like that.
Ruri is on edge too.
About that
I'm thinking of withdrawing my candidacy.
I thought you were doing it
to get accepted?
But
aiming for student council president
just so I can get accepted
isn't really right, I feel.
My mom's condition isn't great either.
I just think that now isn't the time
to be student council president.
So
What's the real reason?
Tell me the truth!
I'm
frustrated.
KOYO GAKUEN JUNIOR HIGH
It's decided.
RESULTS OF STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTION
STUDENT COUNCIL PRESIDENT - RURI ASAMI
I'm also proud that Ruri was elected
as student council president!
Why don't we celebrate
this joyous occasion?
Feel free to bring your husbands!
To celebrate Kensaku's improved grades,
my husband's family sent
champagne, caviar, and truffles!
Oh, how wonderful! Thank you, Mrs. Misaki.
But why did Ms. Miku
withdraw her candidacy?
Who knows?
She probably got scared.
She became afraid of Ruri, the top scorer.
I can't wait to see what
the aggravating novelist has to say!
Mrs. Izumi.
What are you doing at a place like this?
Could it be you're working on that novel?
I thought I made myself clear
to not write about a family's misfortunes.
But I couldn't shake the feeling
that we should be concerned.
It's as if the tragedy
of the Saejima family and our daily lives
are connected in one way or another.
That's why I have to write about this.
Looks like we'll have to talk this out.
What do you think, Mrs. Misaki?
Shouldn't we invite the Minamisawa couple
to celebrate Ruri's
getting elected as president?
You're right.
I have yet to meet your husband,
who's a brilliant doctor
and head of the neurosurgery department.
But if you're really not feeling up to it,
-you can decline, it's fine.
-Why wouldn't I come?
Then, it's decided.
I'll be looking forward to it!
Mr. Asami, congratulations
to your daughter on becoming president!
-Cheers!
-Cheers!
Oh, wow, Mrs. Misaki.
What a feast this is!
Of course.
This is the least I can do
for my respectable seniors.
I expected nothing less from Ruri.
Both of her parents' excellent genes
were passed down to her.
Feel free to treat yourself
to the champagne!
Thank you, Mrs. Misaki.
But why did Ms. Miku
withdraw her candidacy?
Well, that's
Because Ruri was running too,
she knew she had no chance of winning.
Well, that's unfortunate.
It's not your fault.
Ruri is the school's top scorer after all.
That wasn't the case, was it?
I heard from Aoba
that
you met with Miku.
After that, she withdrew her candidacy.
I wonder what happened?
That's rude, Mrs. Izumi.
You're talking as if Mrs. Sae
caused her to withdraw.
Her mom is hospitalized,
and she's in need of cash.
Are you saying that Mrs. Sae coerced
Ms. Miku into withdrawing with cash?
Mr. Minamisawa,
could you ask your wife to be silent?
Oh, no
My wife just wants to know the truth.
Please do not misunderstand.
I happened to come
across Ms. Miku's issue,
and so I assisted her.
-Issue?
-What kind of assistance did you give?
Mrs. Izumi
I want to protect Ms. Miku.
If I speak more of this,
Ms. Miku's future will be destroyed.
Are you fine with that?
Now, now More importantly,
let's get into the main topic for today.
-Main topic?
-Yes.
It's about the novel that
Mrs. Izumi Minamisawa is trying to write.
-Novel?
-Yes.
I'm sure many of you are not aware,
but Mrs. Izumi is a novelist.
A novelist?
I'm a small author
who has only published two books.
I read your books.
They were both very interesting.
-What kind of novels are they?
-They bring social awareness to issues.
One of them was
about a young girl's exam struggles.
The other was in an orphanage setting,
depicting issues of educational disparity.
Wanting to raise social awareness
doesn't give free writing rein.
What are you trying to say?
She wants to write
about the tragedy of the Saejima family.
I want her to stop.
She wants to include
that tragic incident in her novel?
Who would want to read such a novel?
That's right.
I'm sure both Haruto and Mr. Saejima
wouldn't want to be bothered any further.
The novel's only going to damage
the reputation of Teito Hospital.
Public exposure of the scandal
will devalue our property too.
Mrs. Izumi, are you able
to compensate for that loss?
Mr. Minamisawa, did you allow
your wife to write that novel?
So you think my wife needs to get
my permission for her creative work?
Don't you get it?
The Saejima family, Teito Hospital,
and the residents of Sky Castle
are going to be hurt.
And if Ruri becomes shaken by this
and fails the entrance exam,
how will you take responsibility?
Do you want to stop my wife that badly?
Writing about people's misfortunes
for the sake of sensationalism
isn't it unreasonable for her
to abuse the "social awareness" card?
Such a hypocrite.
Hypocrite
It seems we have made
a mistake by coming here.
Thank you for inviting us over,
but we'll be taking our leave now.
Shall we go?
Are you going to run?
If you get in my way any further,
I don't know what I'll do to you.
You're Yoko Maba, aren't you?
We spent time together
in Wakanaen when we were young
That couple is clueless to the value
of Teito Hospital and Sky Castle.
Now, now Let's resume drinking.
-Sorry you had to witness that.
-It's not your fault.
They're obsessed
with Teito Hospital and Sky Castle.
They're the abnormal ones.
Mrs. Izumi!
I hope you will write the novel.
-What?
-You're right.
I think that tragedy
is indeed connected to our daily lives.
Thank you, Mrs. Kyoko.
As to why that tragedy happened
I want to know too.
Do you know of anyone
I can approach to get more information?
Haruto's tutor, Ms. Kujo,
-might know something.
-Ms. Kujo, huh?
I have a son
attending Koyo Gakuen Junior High.
My name is Izumi Minamisawa.
I've been wanting to meet you,
so I'm calling you now.
When you have time, I
Aoba is self-taught, and his parents
have a laissez-faire attitude.
Why would his mom contact me?
Perhaps she's trying to gather
information on the Saejima family.
Come again?
She's trying to write a novel
about the Saejima family's tragedy.
What an interesting person.
15 YEARS AGO
Ok, everyone. Can I have your attention?
-It's present time!
-Yay!
Slowly now.
Everyone has one.
Yay!
SHIORI KINOSAKI
Sorry, I have a call.
MULTIPURPOSE ROOM
What's wrong, Ms. Shiori?
Ms. Izumi, help me.
Please. I need you to come over.
I'm sorry. The Wakanaen Christmas Party
is not over yet, so I can't leave.
I'll pass by right away when it's over.
Sorry for these calls.
SHIORI KINOSAKI
-I'm bothering you, aren't I?
-Not at all.
I'm glad you're relying on me.
I'll definitely pass by,
so please wait for me.
Thank you.
What's wrong?
It's nothing.
I was just thinking of the past.
About Ms. Shiori?
It's my mission to write after all.
WHO KILLED THE MISTRESS?
I looked up information
on Mrs. Izumi Minamisawa.
During a teaching internship
to become a high school teacher,
one of her students ended her life.
After that shocking experience,
she did not take up teaching
but began writing novels instead.
In her debut work, she delves deeper
into why the student died
and why she couldn't stop her.
THE STRUGGLES OF A YOUNG GIRL
TO MS. S
x=-2.
You can solve equations perfectly now!
Then
-Try this next!
-Okay!
TEITO HOSPITAL
Hello, did something happen to my mom?
What?
What's wrong, Miku?
Mom!
Mom! Can you hear me?
Mom!
Mom
Sorry
Miku.
But
I'm sure
you'll do fine
by yourself.
No.
No
Don't leave me alone!
You'll be fine.
Miku
you're smart.
So I'm sure
you'll find
happiness.
Mom! Mom, Mom
Mom?
Mom!
I'll handle the paperwork.
You don't have to worry about it.
If you ever face any trouble,
you can let me know.
Thank you very much.
If there's anything I can do for you,
I'll do it.
Thanks.
SKY CASTLE
I wanted to let you live
in a wonderful place like this.
HIDEYO ASAMI - 14 MAY 2024
SORRY FOR THE SUDDEN MESSAGE
I CAN ONLY DISCUSS THIS WITH YOU
I HAVE A DAUGHTER
THE STRUGGLES OF A YOUNG GIRL
Sorry to interrupt.
Ms. Miku's mother has passed away.
Just to be safe,
I did some research on the father.
He was supposedly deceased,
but I found out he may actually be alive.
The man most likely to be her father
is living in Sky Castle.
A perfect score? You did great, Maju.
I knew you could do it
if you studied hard.
-I'll keep it up.
-Maju!
-Hurry up. We'll be late.
-Coming.
Okay, you are good to go.
Have a nice day.
NOZOMI YAMADA
What do you want? If it's cash you need,
please find someone else.
Our relationship ended long ago.
Don't ever call again. It's annoying.
Is the one who called
I'm happy to be with you, even at work.
I feel the same too.
Was it Ms. Nozomi?
She's trying to get money out of me.
She went to the trouble of admitting
herself to Teito Hospital. How terrifying.
-You should be careful too.
-I will.
Oh, yeah. I got
a perfect score on my test,
and my dad praised me for it.
I envy you.
You have a dad who's nice.
I wish I was born into your family.
She doesn't have any debts,
but her bank balance is not high either.
I think there's enough
to manage Miku's school fees, but
She doesn't seem to have relatives either.
When I think about the apartment
and living expenses,
things are looking quite grim for her.
-Is there no vacancy at Wakanaen?
-I think staying there at her age
is a little hard
considering she's in her exam period.
Then, why don't we take her in?
We have rooms available. Her meals
and daily needs can also be taken care of.
Right. If this can help Miku, let's do it.
Um
I feel bad making all of you
worry about me.
So you overheard, Miku?
I'm glad and grateful for that.
But
if a guy and a girl from the same school
live in the same house,
there'll be strange rumors,
and I think it'll be troublesome for Aoba.
You're right.
In fact,
Miku might have it rougher than Aoba.
In other words, it would be fine
if you stayed at a girl's place.
Well, I guess you can say that.
Then, why don't you come to our place?
We have a basement for the housekeeper.
And I want to be with you,
Big Sister Miku.
It's just me and my sister,
so there won't be any strange rumors.
That might work.
Being across the street
allows us to assist Miku too.
But I wonder if the Asami couple
would be willing to accept this proposal.
What do you think, Miku?
If I'm able to stay there, I'd be happy.
Okay.
I'll discuss it with Mrs. Sae first.
I'm sorry
for all the inconvenience I've caused.
I look forward to their response.
Letting Ms. Miku stay here?
I feel that's
the best solution for Ms. Miku.
This is all very sudden, and besides,
we also have our problems to deal with.
-Yes, I'm aware of that
-I absolutely don't want her here!
I don't want to live with Miku!
You see Even Ruri hates it.
I don't think we can help.
But her mom just passed away,
and she needs help.
Even so, it's unthinkable
to go and live with a complete stranger.
Then, she can only live with Aoba.
What? Live with Aoba?
If we can't take her in,
that's the only way.
But then weird rumors
will start spreading
so will you please lend a helping hand?
We will take care
of her food and living expenses.
We'll pay rent too.
So, please.
Let's accept it. Big Sister Miku
can help with my studies too.
Your studies?
I kept it a secret, but Big Sister Miku
has been teaching me at Aoba's place.
Really?
That's how I got a perfect score.
If you say so,
I don't mind putting up
with it for Maju's sake.
I wouldn't want
bad rumors around Aoba.
I'll feel sorry for him.
-Thank you, Ruri.
-This isn't final.
This is something I need to discuss
with my husband and Ms. Kujo,
so this conversation
will be put on hold for now.
I thought you'd given up on the novel when
you said you had something to discuss.
But I didn't expect this proposal.
There are things
one person alone can't handle.
I want to maintain a relationship
where we're able to help each other.
Do you remember what you said?
Ms. Miku has no one to rely on.
We're the only ones who can help her.
Wakanaen also helped you
when you were young, right?
Are you threatening
to expose my past if I don't accept
-your proposal?
-That's not
That's great news for us, isn't it?
Ms. Kujo, you're fine
with Miku staying with Ruri?
If they're together,
we'll get to know
her superb studying techniques.
Ruri is a step closer to be recommended
now that she's been elected as president.
We should look at it positively.
But if she's holding a grudge
against me for forcing her
to withdraw her candidacy,
-won't that spark a dispute?
-Don't worry.
You also have evidence of her deeds
which could get her expelled.
That's true.
It's Mrs. Minamisawa again.
IZUMI MINAMISAWA
Perhaps I should meet her once.
Ms. Kujo is over there.
-May I ask one question?
-Go ahead.
I received no response
even after multiple contacts,
so why did she want to meet me suddenly?
THE STRUGGLES OF A YOUNG GIRL
She read your novel
and seemed to resonate with your sincerity
in wanting to prevent another tragedy.
Thank you for making time to meet with me.
I heard you moved into the Saejimas' home.
Yes, and I learned
of Mrs. Kaori Saejima's tragedy.
To prevent that tragedy from recurring,
you're trying to write the
Saejima's misfortunes into a novel, right?
Yes.
If your novel
can bring the slightest improvement,
I'm up for the collaboration.
If I'm able to reach Mr. Saejima
and his son, Haruto,
I'll arrange for the three of you to meet.
Thank you so much.
I look forward
to reading the novel.
I'm ashamed of myself.
I
thought you were a scary person.
But you're kind.
I'm glad you think of me like that.
Mrs. Sae.
About the talk we had the other day,
you're right.
-What?
-There are things you can't do alone.
I was able to come this far too
with the help of others.
Then
We'll offer our basement to Ms. Miku.
-I'm so glad for you, Miku.
-Yeah.
This way.
This will be your room from today onward.
It's pretty.
Feel free to tell me
if there's anything you need.
If you don't mind,
you can put your dirty clothes
in this and pass it to me.
I'll wash them for you.
You're being so nice to me
I don't know how to thank you.
When you asked me
to withdraw my candidacy,
I thought you were an evil person.
I don't blame you.
But, like I said,
I'll be glad
to be of assistance to you.
Thank you so much.
Big Sister Miku.
-This is great, isn't it?
-Yeah.
My dad wants to meet you.
The world is not made equal.
Some are blessed from the moment
they are born, and some are not.
Ms. Miku. It seems you've been teaching
Maju, and I'm grateful for that.
Having a brilliant friend like you
is a great motivator for Ruri as well.
I welcome you!
He's like you, Miku
He's a kind and wonderful person.
You loved him, didn't you?
It's a pleasure to meet you.
That handshake
marked the beginning of a new tragedy.
Mom, I finally got into this house.
Don't worry, I'm with you.
Ms. Kujo,
you're the only one I can rely on.
Isn't this great!
I know just how much the kids
in the institution are suffering!
I couldn't care less.
I was raised in the institution.
Subtitle translation by : Jeffery
The residents of Sky Castle are
adept at concealing their misfortunes.
Victors face tragedies too.
What kind of tutor charges 30 million yen?
Are you sure it's not a scam?
Sorry, Aoba, for being in first place.
The wives of Sky Castle
lavish money on their children
for the sake of their futures.
I have something important to discuss.
Are you going to blame me
for what happened 16 years ago?
I was told that she still hasn't paid
this month's hospital bill.
If word gets out that I'm doing
Yuma's assignments on his behalf,
he'll be expelled.
The girl then picks up
and collects the cash
to pay
for her mom's hospitalization bills.
It appears that in exchange
for cash from Yuma's mother,
Ms. Miku did Yuma's thesis,
social research,
and other assignments on his behalf.
If the school finds out,
she'll be expelled immediately.
Well done.
Please approach Ms. Miku with this
and request she withdraw her candidacy.
However, according to her profile,
she was raised in a single-mother family,
and her mother is currently hospitalized.
She seemed really in need of cash.
There is no need for sympathy.
You're someone who is capable
of doing anything in order to win.
I could not have asked
for a better business partner.
If a student like Ms. Miku
becomes student council president,
it would be a problem
for the school as well.
We're only preventing that from happening.
There's no need to hold back.
I feel less guilty
after hearing your words, Ms. Kujo.
We've confirmed
your payment for this month's bill.
-I'll give you a receipt.
-Thank you.
The world is not made equal.
You're running
for student council president?
It's for the entrance exam.
Ms. Kujo said I'll definitely win.
Then let's celebrate
with a little extravagance today.
Thanks, Dad!
Some are blessed
from the moment they are born,
and some are not.
And that's where disputes arise.
It's nice that you're back
in the general ward again.
But I'm still
feeling weak somehow.
You'll be fine.
You'll recover soon.
NOZOMI YAMADA
I'm sorry, Miku.
Your shoes and bag are all worn out.
You don't have to worry about that.
As long as you're healthy,
I'm happy.
I'm so proud
to have a daughter like you.
What are you saying?
There's a lot more things
you can be proud of.
More importantly,
let's go to Enoshima
when you're discharged.
You and Dad used to go there
on your birthday, right?
It's a memorable place, isn't it?
I want to go too.
I want to hear stories
about Dad from time to time.
What was he like?
He was like you, Miku.
A very smart person.
And he cared about someone like me.
He was a kind
and wonderful person.
You loved him, didn't you?
You want Sho to be Ruri's recommender?
Yes, please.
We need a recommender
to support Ruri's run
for student council president.
But Sho has no influence, and I'm afraid
it may do more harm than good.
I have a plan.
Besides, if you accept this offer,
it will definitely help Sho
in his entrance exam evaluation.
-What's this?
-It's the in-school mock questions.
I heard it's pretty accurate.
It's going to help your performance
on the entrance exam.
Where did you get that from?
This set of mock questions
was prepared by Ruri's exam tutor,
and Mrs. Asami passed them to me.
Why would she do that?
Sho just needs to be
Ruri's recommender
in her run for president. I agreed.
-So this is her way of saying thanks.
-I'm going to?
You didn't even ask for Sho's opinion,
and you already promised her?
Please rescind the offer right away.
You object to whatever I do, don't you?
We've seen the mock questions.
How can I go back on my words?
That's your problem.
You're taking entrance exams too lightly.
Where's your sense of urgency?
Please stop fighting.
I'm saying this for your own good.
Fine.
I just need to be her recommender, right?
-But
-Don't worry.
She has a plan.
A plan?
NOMINEE : RURI ASAMI
RECOMMENDER : SHO NIKAIDO
You must have it rough
to be Ruri's recommender.
KENSAKU NATSUME
I did it for family peace.
-What's the next period?
-English.
-You don't like it?
-Not much.
AOBA MINAMISAWA
You've got guts, Miku.
But I'll have you know,
sympathy votes for your poor upbringing
-won't get you elected.
-Stop it, Ruri.
-Yeah.
-Don't you know
what people are saying about you
behind your back?
Huh?
-I'll enlighten you.
-Miku, you stop it too.
You're Ms. Miku, right?
I'm Ruri Asami's mom.
I have something to discuss with you.
Will you come with me?
What is it you want to discuss?
I have something to show you.
Listen, madam.
If word gets out that I'm doing
Yuma's assignments on his behalf,
he'll be expelled.
The same goes for you.
-Yes.
-You're violating the school rules.
-I'm doing this fully aware
-This can be
-considered blackmail, as you can see.
-of the risk.
You'd better not anger me.
A student council president
that does dishonest things like this
isn't good for the school.
Don't worry.
If you're willing to rescind
your candidacy,
I'll keep this a secret
between the two of us.
I understand you did this
for your mom's hospital bills.
I'm
trying to be understanding here.
You're amazing, Mrs. Asami.
To make your daughter the president,
you're willing to go this far.
The world is so unfair.
Ruri has wealthy parents like you
who will go this far to help her.
You live in Sky Castle, right?
"I wanted to let you live
in a wonderful place like this."
I wanted to let you live
in a wonderful place like this.
I remember my mom telling me that.
I always see you reading this book.
I'm going to live here one day.
You can come to me
if you ever face any trouble.
I'll be glad
to be of assistance to you.
I know you're indignant.
But
take it.
Dirty money is still money.
You'll need it to survive.
I know you'll be fine.
You're smart,
so you'll definitely make a comeback.
The answer is x=8.
Perfect.
That's because you're
such a good teacher, Big Sister Miku.
I can't wait for the upcoming test.
-Right.
-Yup.
-Time for a tea break. Shall we?
-Okay.
We baked cookies too.
They look tasty!
I heard you're going up against my sister
for the student council president.
Your recommender is Aoba, right?
IZUMI MINAMISAWA
Knock her down a peg.
I'll vote for you too, Big Sister Miku.
It's not nice to say things like that.
Ruri is on edge too.
About that
I'm thinking of withdrawing my candidacy.
I thought you were doing it
to get accepted?
But
aiming for student council president
just so I can get accepted
isn't really right, I feel.
My mom's condition isn't great either.
I just think that now isn't the time
to be student council president.
So
What's the real reason?
Tell me the truth!
I'm
frustrated.
KOYO GAKUEN JUNIOR HIGH
It's decided.
RESULTS OF STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTION
STUDENT COUNCIL PRESIDENT - RURI ASAMI
I'm also proud that Ruri was elected
as student council president!
Why don't we celebrate
this joyous occasion?
Feel free to bring your husbands!
To celebrate Kensaku's improved grades,
my husband's family sent
champagne, caviar, and truffles!
Oh, how wonderful! Thank you, Mrs. Misaki.
But why did Ms. Miku
withdraw her candidacy?
Who knows?
She probably got scared.
She became afraid of Ruri, the top scorer.
I can't wait to see what
the aggravating novelist has to say!
Mrs. Izumi.
What are you doing at a place like this?
Could it be you're working on that novel?
I thought I made myself clear
to not write about a family's misfortunes.
But I couldn't shake the feeling
that we should be concerned.
It's as if the tragedy
of the Saejima family and our daily lives
are connected in one way or another.
That's why I have to write about this.
Looks like we'll have to talk this out.
What do you think, Mrs. Misaki?
Shouldn't we invite the Minamisawa couple
to celebrate Ruri's
getting elected as president?
You're right.
I have yet to meet your husband,
who's a brilliant doctor
and head of the neurosurgery department.
But if you're really not feeling up to it,
-you can decline, it's fine.
-Why wouldn't I come?
Then, it's decided.
I'll be looking forward to it!
Mr. Asami, congratulations
to your daughter on becoming president!
-Cheers!
-Cheers!
Oh, wow, Mrs. Misaki.
What a feast this is!
Of course.
This is the least I can do
for my respectable seniors.
I expected nothing less from Ruri.
Both of her parents' excellent genes
were passed down to her.
Feel free to treat yourself
to the champagne!
Thank you, Mrs. Misaki.
But why did Ms. Miku
withdraw her candidacy?
Well, that's
Because Ruri was running too,
she knew she had no chance of winning.
Well, that's unfortunate.
It's not your fault.
Ruri is the school's top scorer after all.
That wasn't the case, was it?
I heard from Aoba
that
you met with Miku.
After that, she withdrew her candidacy.
I wonder what happened?
That's rude, Mrs. Izumi.
You're talking as if Mrs. Sae
caused her to withdraw.
Her mom is hospitalized,
and she's in need of cash.
Are you saying that Mrs. Sae coerced
Ms. Miku into withdrawing with cash?
Mr. Minamisawa,
could you ask your wife to be silent?
Oh, no
My wife just wants to know the truth.
Please do not misunderstand.
I happened to come
across Ms. Miku's issue,
and so I assisted her.
-Issue?
-What kind of assistance did you give?
Mrs. Izumi
I want to protect Ms. Miku.
If I speak more of this,
Ms. Miku's future will be destroyed.
Are you fine with that?
Now, now More importantly,
let's get into the main topic for today.
-Main topic?
-Yes.
It's about the novel that
Mrs. Izumi Minamisawa is trying to write.
-Novel?
-Yes.
I'm sure many of you are not aware,
but Mrs. Izumi is a novelist.
A novelist?
I'm a small author
who has only published two books.
I read your books.
They were both very interesting.
-What kind of novels are they?
-They bring social awareness to issues.
One of them was
about a young girl's exam struggles.
The other was in an orphanage setting,
depicting issues of educational disparity.
Wanting to raise social awareness
doesn't give free writing rein.
What are you trying to say?
She wants to write
about the tragedy of the Saejima family.
I want her to stop.
She wants to include
that tragic incident in her novel?
Who would want to read such a novel?
That's right.
I'm sure both Haruto and Mr. Saejima
wouldn't want to be bothered any further.
The novel's only going to damage
the reputation of Teito Hospital.
Public exposure of the scandal
will devalue our property too.
Mrs. Izumi, are you able
to compensate for that loss?
Mr. Minamisawa, did you allow
your wife to write that novel?
So you think my wife needs to get
my permission for her creative work?
Don't you get it?
The Saejima family, Teito Hospital,
and the residents of Sky Castle
are going to be hurt.
And if Ruri becomes shaken by this
and fails the entrance exam,
how will you take responsibility?
Do you want to stop my wife that badly?
Writing about people's misfortunes
for the sake of sensationalism
isn't it unreasonable for her
to abuse the "social awareness" card?
Such a hypocrite.
Hypocrite
It seems we have made
a mistake by coming here.
Thank you for inviting us over,
but we'll be taking our leave now.
Shall we go?
Are you going to run?
If you get in my way any further,
I don't know what I'll do to you.
You're Yoko Maba, aren't you?
We spent time together
in Wakanaen when we were young
That couple is clueless to the value
of Teito Hospital and Sky Castle.
Now, now Let's resume drinking.
-Sorry you had to witness that.
-It's not your fault.
They're obsessed
with Teito Hospital and Sky Castle.
They're the abnormal ones.
Mrs. Izumi!
I hope you will write the novel.
-What?
-You're right.
I think that tragedy
is indeed connected to our daily lives.
Thank you, Mrs. Kyoko.
As to why that tragedy happened
I want to know too.
Do you know of anyone
I can approach to get more information?
Haruto's tutor, Ms. Kujo,
-might know something.
-Ms. Kujo, huh?
I have a son
attending Koyo Gakuen Junior High.
My name is Izumi Minamisawa.
I've been wanting to meet you,
so I'm calling you now.
When you have time, I
Aoba is self-taught, and his parents
have a laissez-faire attitude.
Why would his mom contact me?
Perhaps she's trying to gather
information on the Saejima family.
Come again?
She's trying to write a novel
about the Saejima family's tragedy.
What an interesting person.
15 YEARS AGO
Ok, everyone. Can I have your attention?
-It's present time!
-Yay!
Slowly now.
Everyone has one.
Yay!
SHIORI KINOSAKI
Sorry, I have a call.
MULTIPURPOSE ROOM
What's wrong, Ms. Shiori?
Ms. Izumi, help me.
Please. I need you to come over.
I'm sorry. The Wakanaen Christmas Party
is not over yet, so I can't leave.
I'll pass by right away when it's over.
Sorry for these calls.
SHIORI KINOSAKI
-I'm bothering you, aren't I?
-Not at all.
I'm glad you're relying on me.
I'll definitely pass by,
so please wait for me.
Thank you.
What's wrong?
It's nothing.
I was just thinking of the past.
About Ms. Shiori?
It's my mission to write after all.
WHO KILLED THE MISTRESS?
I looked up information
on Mrs. Izumi Minamisawa.
During a teaching internship
to become a high school teacher,
one of her students ended her life.
After that shocking experience,
she did not take up teaching
but began writing novels instead.
In her debut work, she delves deeper
into why the student died
and why she couldn't stop her.
THE STRUGGLES OF A YOUNG GIRL
TO MS. S
x=-2.
You can solve equations perfectly now!
Then
-Try this next!
-Okay!
TEITO HOSPITAL
Hello, did something happen to my mom?
What?
What's wrong, Miku?
Mom!
Mom! Can you hear me?
Mom!
Mom
Sorry
Miku.
But
I'm sure
you'll do fine
by yourself.
No.
No
Don't leave me alone!
You'll be fine.
Miku
you're smart.
So I'm sure
you'll find
happiness.
Mom! Mom, Mom
Mom?
Mom!
I'll handle the paperwork.
You don't have to worry about it.
If you ever face any trouble,
you can let me know.
Thank you very much.
If there's anything I can do for you,
I'll do it.
Thanks.
SKY CASTLE
I wanted to let you live
in a wonderful place like this.
HIDEYO ASAMI - 14 MAY 2024
SORRY FOR THE SUDDEN MESSAGE
I CAN ONLY DISCUSS THIS WITH YOU
I HAVE A DAUGHTER
THE STRUGGLES OF A YOUNG GIRL
Sorry to interrupt.
Ms. Miku's mother has passed away.
Just to be safe,
I did some research on the father.
He was supposedly deceased,
but I found out he may actually be alive.
The man most likely to be her father
is living in Sky Castle.
A perfect score? You did great, Maju.
I knew you could do it
if you studied hard.
-I'll keep it up.
-Maju!
-Hurry up. We'll be late.
-Coming.
Okay, you are good to go.
Have a nice day.
NOZOMI YAMADA
What do you want? If it's cash you need,
please find someone else.
Our relationship ended long ago.
Don't ever call again. It's annoying.
Is the one who called
I'm happy to be with you, even at work.
I feel the same too.
Was it Ms. Nozomi?
She's trying to get money out of me.
She went to the trouble of admitting
herself to Teito Hospital. How terrifying.
-You should be careful too.
-I will.
Oh, yeah. I got
a perfect score on my test,
and my dad praised me for it.
I envy you.
You have a dad who's nice.
I wish I was born into your family.
She doesn't have any debts,
but her bank balance is not high either.
I think there's enough
to manage Miku's school fees, but
She doesn't seem to have relatives either.
When I think about the apartment
and living expenses,
things are looking quite grim for her.
-Is there no vacancy at Wakanaen?
-I think staying there at her age
is a little hard
considering she's in her exam period.
Then, why don't we take her in?
We have rooms available. Her meals
and daily needs can also be taken care of.
Right. If this can help Miku, let's do it.
Um
I feel bad making all of you
worry about me.
So you overheard, Miku?
I'm glad and grateful for that.
But
if a guy and a girl from the same school
live in the same house,
there'll be strange rumors,
and I think it'll be troublesome for Aoba.
You're right.
In fact,
Miku might have it rougher than Aoba.
In other words, it would be fine
if you stayed at a girl's place.
Well, I guess you can say that.
Then, why don't you come to our place?
We have a basement for the housekeeper.
And I want to be with you,
Big Sister Miku.
It's just me and my sister,
so there won't be any strange rumors.
That might work.
Being across the street
allows us to assist Miku too.
But I wonder if the Asami couple
would be willing to accept this proposal.
What do you think, Miku?
If I'm able to stay there, I'd be happy.
Okay.
I'll discuss it with Mrs. Sae first.
I'm sorry
for all the inconvenience I've caused.
I look forward to their response.
Letting Ms. Miku stay here?
I feel that's
the best solution for Ms. Miku.
This is all very sudden, and besides,
we also have our problems to deal with.
-Yes, I'm aware of that
-I absolutely don't want her here!
I don't want to live with Miku!
You see Even Ruri hates it.
I don't think we can help.
But her mom just passed away,
and she needs help.
Even so, it's unthinkable
to go and live with a complete stranger.
Then, she can only live with Aoba.
What? Live with Aoba?
If we can't take her in,
that's the only way.
But then weird rumors
will start spreading
so will you please lend a helping hand?
We will take care
of her food and living expenses.
We'll pay rent too.
So, please.
Let's accept it. Big Sister Miku
can help with my studies too.
Your studies?
I kept it a secret, but Big Sister Miku
has been teaching me at Aoba's place.
Really?
That's how I got a perfect score.
If you say so,
I don't mind putting up
with it for Maju's sake.
I wouldn't want
bad rumors around Aoba.
I'll feel sorry for him.
-Thank you, Ruri.
-This isn't final.
This is something I need to discuss
with my husband and Ms. Kujo,
so this conversation
will be put on hold for now.
I thought you'd given up on the novel when
you said you had something to discuss.
But I didn't expect this proposal.
There are things
one person alone can't handle.
I want to maintain a relationship
where we're able to help each other.
Do you remember what you said?
Ms. Miku has no one to rely on.
We're the only ones who can help her.
Wakanaen also helped you
when you were young, right?
Are you threatening
to expose my past if I don't accept
-your proposal?
-That's not
That's great news for us, isn't it?
Ms. Kujo, you're fine
with Miku staying with Ruri?
If they're together,
we'll get to know
her superb studying techniques.
Ruri is a step closer to be recommended
now that she's been elected as president.
We should look at it positively.
But if she's holding a grudge
against me for forcing her
to withdraw her candidacy,
-won't that spark a dispute?
-Don't worry.
You also have evidence of her deeds
which could get her expelled.
That's true.
It's Mrs. Minamisawa again.
IZUMI MINAMISAWA
Perhaps I should meet her once.
Ms. Kujo is over there.
-May I ask one question?
-Go ahead.
I received no response
even after multiple contacts,
so why did she want to meet me suddenly?
THE STRUGGLES OF A YOUNG GIRL
She read your novel
and seemed to resonate with your sincerity
in wanting to prevent another tragedy.
Thank you for making time to meet with me.
I heard you moved into the Saejimas' home.
Yes, and I learned
of Mrs. Kaori Saejima's tragedy.
To prevent that tragedy from recurring,
you're trying to write the
Saejima's misfortunes into a novel, right?
Yes.
If your novel
can bring the slightest improvement,
I'm up for the collaboration.
If I'm able to reach Mr. Saejima
and his son, Haruto,
I'll arrange for the three of you to meet.
Thank you so much.
I look forward
to reading the novel.
I'm ashamed of myself.
I
thought you were a scary person.
But you're kind.
I'm glad you think of me like that.
Mrs. Sae.
About the talk we had the other day,
you're right.
-What?
-There are things you can't do alone.
I was able to come this far too
with the help of others.
Then
We'll offer our basement to Ms. Miku.
-I'm so glad for you, Miku.
-Yeah.
This way.
This will be your room from today onward.
It's pretty.
Feel free to tell me
if there's anything you need.
If you don't mind,
you can put your dirty clothes
in this and pass it to me.
I'll wash them for you.
You're being so nice to me
I don't know how to thank you.
When you asked me
to withdraw my candidacy,
I thought you were an evil person.
I don't blame you.
But, like I said,
I'll be glad
to be of assistance to you.
Thank you so much.
Big Sister Miku.
-This is great, isn't it?
-Yeah.
My dad wants to meet you.
The world is not made equal.
Some are blessed from the moment
they are born, and some are not.
Ms. Miku. It seems you've been teaching
Maju, and I'm grateful for that.
Having a brilliant friend like you
is a great motivator for Ruri as well.
I welcome you!
He's like you, Miku
He's a kind and wonderful person.
You loved him, didn't you?
It's a pleasure to meet you.
That handshake
marked the beginning of a new tragedy.
Mom, I finally got into this house.
Don't worry, I'm with you.
Ms. Kujo,
you're the only one I can rely on.
Isn't this great!
I know just how much the kids
in the institution are suffering!
I couldn't care less.
I was raised in the institution.
Subtitle translation by : Jeffery