Kissing the Ring Finger (2023) s01e08 Episode Script

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Because I trust you.
You trust him?
That's worse than sleeping together.
Welcome home.
Sorry about earlier.
No, I should be the one apologizing -
Don't.
I just
Got too jealous, that's all.
But it's ultimately my fault
You're the only one for me, always.
Togo
I've reached the end of my journey.
Huh?
W-Wh - Togo?
You are my destiny.
W-Wait!
I can't wait any longer.
Togo, stop it!
Come on, that tickles!
Togo, um -
Leave, while I'm still in the shower.
The plan was a success.
Is that so?
Then we shall both get what we desire.
I'm truly grateful you were my accomplice.
This will save my father and his company.
Thank you.
My sister and her husband finally became a true and tried couple,
only to make an enemy of a formidable foe.
Now, their love for each other is being tested as we speak.
[Kissing the Ring Finger: Episode 8]
Dear
Could we talk -
I'm home!
Oh, Ayaka.
What's up?
I'm staying over a few days.
In that case, welcome home.
Welcome home to you too, Negi!
Miss me?
Togo's gone on a business trip, so the house is empty.
- Are you hungry?
- I am.
Will leftovers do?
Of course!
[Haneda's Fishcakes]
[Kamiyama]
[I want you to tell me the truth.]
Then in true Haneda fishcake style, eat hearty.
Will do.
Nothing beats breakfast with family!
You're too hyper too early.
Go home already.
- Sorry?
- Feel free to stay.
Sora's the only good kid here.
With another coming, it'll be cramped.
I hope Eco's born soon.
- Eco?
- Eco-friendly. The motto of our time.
[Eco]
More than just "our" time.
You've got it written down and everything.
- Have you decided a name yet?
- Nope, still thinking.
I like the name "Honoka" better.
How about "Kuuko", written with the characters "air" and "port"?
She'd become Haneda Airport.
[T/N: an airport in Tokyo]
Right, no wonder it rolled off the tongue.
[T/N: an airport in Tokyo]
Hello? Yes, thank you.
- Answer your calls later. Right?
- Yeah.
Since it's the Reiwa Era, how about just "Rei"?
[T/N: 2019-current year]
I don't feel the love there.
- I like Eco!
- Honoka.
We'll come back to this over dinner.
Seriously, go back already, Ayaka.
Say what?
- You spent the night out?!
- Shh! They'll hear you!
Well of course he'd be mad.
Yeah
How did Togo take that?
He kicked me out, so here I am.
Here I am?
Look, are you two gonna manage today?
Hopefully
Orihime and Hikoboshi reunite once a year.
[T/N: Tanabata folklore; "The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl"]
Now, allow me to introduce them to the stage.
She's so cute!
King!
[T/N: Hikoboshi is a cowherd]
Orihime, I've come for you.
I've missed you.
Do either of you two have a wish this year?
[T/N: Tanabata tradition of making a wish]
Aw, he's waving!
Let's see
If I had to say, my wife's wish is my own.
And you, Mrs. Ayaka?
My wish
Is to always be over the moon with Togo.
What beautiful display of love!
If anyone here feels destiny tying them together,
please consider La Blanche for your wedding needs.
Stand back please.
Togo, wait!
I've got business at headquarters.
[Chairman's Office]
Pardon me.
Good evening.
You've met Sakuraba I assume?
Yes, back in Hakone.
I'm honored you remember.
Of course.
What brings Mr. Sakuraba here?
I've decide to leave La Blanche to him.
Guide me well, sir.
Sakuraba, I'm counting on you.
If you'll excuse me then.
Sir, what is the meaning of this?
Although our contributions aren't drastic, La Blanche is well on the rise.
Timing is critical, so why a transfer?
Are you suggesting I quit La Blanche?
Exactly.
I decided to transfer Togo back to headquarters.
You don't say.
It's true.
I'll have him begin studying up to be my successor.
Does this mean you recognize Togo's efforts?
Something like that.
I've also decided he'll be succeeded by Arata Sakuraba, from our Hakone branch.
Is that so.
Then I'll be off.
- Good morning.
- Morning.
Did you hear the rumor?
- Seriously?
- Yeah.
When I passed the President's room earlier
Did I miss something?
Apparently there's been some changes up top.
- What?
- That's our reaction.
- Don't you know anything, Queen?
- True.
He's here.
- Ms. Sasaki.
- Yes?
I'd like to introduce Mr. Arata Sakuraba, the new managing director.
- Who's that hottie?
- The manager of our Hakone branch.
- He gives Hakone vibes.
- Real Hakone vibes.
- He smells like trees.
- Totally!
Does he?
Nah, it's this pole.
Could I have all your attention please?
With my transfer to headquarters cemented, it's been decided I step down as president of La Blanche.
King You're joking
Going forward, you will answer to Mr. Arata Sakuraba,
who previously worked as manager of our Hakone branch.
The name is Arata Sakuraba.
I have been working as manager of La Blanche's Hakone branch for two years.
I'm pleased to meet you all.
Pleased to make your acquaintance sir.
What's going on, Queen?! You must've known!
- Sorry, I -
- I need the details!
Sorry, we'll talk later!
Why are you running?
Yes?
Nitta Holdings is hosting a dinner tomorrow.
You'll be attending as my wife.
Was this transfer arranged far in advance?
No, it was sudden.
Is that all?
Sorry, I'm short on time.
Are you suggesting I quit La Blanche?
You'll return to headquarters,
and begin work as my successor to Nitta Holdings immediately.
With due respect sir, my contract to help La Blanche was a year.
Your promotional work with Ayaka revitalized it plenty.
Great work.
In fact, One-Loan Holdings is offering to buy-out the place.
- You'd sell La Blanche?
- It's favorable.
Almost too favorable, in fact.
I am against this buy-out.
As President of La Blanche -
Togo.
You are my successor.
Taking into account his achievements at La Blanche,
my chosen successor shall begin learning the ropes, come next year.
Once again, allow me to introduce you all.
Welcome, Togo Nitta.
Thank you all for your precious time today.
The name is Togo Nitta. It's an honor to be here.
Nitta Holdings currently faces a great challenge.
Service industries must be attune to their changing customers.
In this era of social media and spreading information,
word gets around rapidly.
Customer's are quick to catch on to news, rumors and the likes.
He's still plenty inexperienced. Please, aid him as you can.
- Of course.
- Thank you both.
Likewise.
Truly, a dependable ally.
Togo's mother was born to a distinguished family
as their one and only daughter.
Your posture.
Her parents raised her strict.
Left first, remember?
Marrying out of love was beyond unforgivable.
Nevertheless, she fell in love with a man
And the two had a child.
She, however, could not abandon her family name.
Leaving her child to the father,
she determined to live solely for the Asagiri Family.
Thirty years later, she is greeted by none other than
I believe we haven't met, ma'am.
The name's Arata Sakuraba.
It's an honor to finally see you in-person.
Shizuka, meet the new President of La Blanche.
Sakuraba, I expect great things from you.
Yes sir.
If you'll excuse me then.
He's a great lad, isn't he?
Yes
Smile, Mr. Togo!
Yup Got it!
- Gosh, you two really are inseparable!
- We are.
My family loves you two, and would love to meet over a meal
- Of course. Ayaka?
- Yes, with pleasure.
They'll love that! You'd better keep your word.
It's a promise indeed.
Just like our collaboration, yes?
As expected of the King, clever as ever.
Then I'll be seeing you.
Togo
Kamiyama, I know something is up.
That's why you're lying, right?
[Investigation Report]
[Subject : Kento Kamiyama]
Yeah?
Open up, Togo! Let's let loose!
So how many days has it been since Ayaka left?
- How did you?
- Of course I can tell.
Why did she leave anyways?
Because I told her to.
You what? But you want her back, right?
Then just say so - I would.
- Don't you have a shred of pride?
- Nope.
I love Sayo more.
You're a stong guy, Hachi.
I know it.
Why do we even call you "Hachi"?
Seriously? You gave me the nickname.
Said I was like Hachiko, the loyal dog.
- I'm an ass.
- You sure are.
Especially on a surface level.
Shut up.
Under all that though? You're a great guy.
Why else would I want you to be happy?
Hey, let's cook.
Can you?
- To the store it is
- I'm staying.
No, let's go shop together!
- It'll be fun.
- Aren't you the dog?
Come on already.
Why together?
I'm home.
Ayaka, could we talk?
What is it?
Isn't there something you're not telling us?
No?
You sent us 10 million yen after the wedding, isn't that right?
Yeah.
Where did that money come from?
It was money the Nitta's set aside for our ceremony.
Was that really all it was?
Did you think we wouldn't notice?
You married for the money, didn't you?
Did you do that for us? For family?
Of course not.
I did it for my own sake.
I wanted money, so I entered a year long contract marriage.
You know, I've always admired luxury.
Wearing fancy clothes, living nice,
lavish lunches, the works.
Basically, to be the envy of all.
I wanted out of this lifestyle.
To experience what wealth was like, you know?
I'm sorry.
Why are you apologizing?
If anything, I'm sorry for lying.
The contract only lasts a year.
We'll make sure to act the part until it's over.
So don't worry about me, okay?
Ayaka
They found out.
You should've told them the truth - that it was for us.
This might've been for the better though.
Here you are.
Thank you.
I'm sorry for visiting so early.
No worries.
What did you need? Apologies for the rush, I have work in a few.
I've heard everything from Ayaka.
As I understand, this was all a contractual marriage.
What a disappointment.
Seeing you with Italian hot pot,
I truly believed you loved Ayaka, from the bottom of your heart.
I'm terribly sorry I've deceived you sir.
I want to believe it wasn't all a lie.
Togo Don't you feel anything for my daughter?
This is our new seasonal dress.
The sparkling flowers along the chest-piece
and glittery skirt is recommended for garden ceremonies.
Togo, don't you feel anything for my daughter?
- I've shared the documents, if you could get that squared up.
- Yes sir.
Mr. Nitta!
Is the project I left you with going well?
- Yes, thankfully.
- That's good to hear.
How has work been?
Though the role of "President" still feels unfamiliar,
Hachi and the wonderful staff have helped me along.
Many reliable staff have stayed. Please, treat them well.
Of course.
Perhaps I also feel uneasy having my own room.
How so?
I come from a large family, and rooms were always a shortage.
A large family sounds lively.
What about your family, Mr. Nitta?
I'm acquainted with your father, though not so much your mother.
Apologies, that was prying.
No, it's alright.
I'm sure to still fumble about, so I eagerly await your guidance.
Of course. Good luck.
Hachi, when should we get drinks?
- I'll check your schedule.
- Thank you.
How about you join us, Mr. Nitta?
I'd love to.
Sounds great.
[You are MY loyal dog, remember that]
[Kamiyama Precisions]
I've decided to close up shop.
Sorry son, I know you were trying.
But I'll be fine.
Go back to America.
I promise, I'll be fine.
Because I trust you.
I know for a fact that something is up.
Ayaka.
Come, sit.
Yes?
Your feelings have come across loud and clear.
You're such a terrible liar, always have been.
Ayaka, leave the nest.
We returned the 10 million to you.
Ayaka. Your mother and I will manage.
We want you to go build your own family.
Don't use your life for your parents, your siblings, no one.
Live, for yourself.
I expect you out the house by tomorrow, okay?
Okay
You should sit.
The doctor told me I need the exercise.
You're a tough lady.
Kin
Was I too harsh on her?
I'm terribly sorry I've deceived you sir.
I want to believe it wasn't all a lie.
Togo, don't you feel anything for my daughter?
Nothing at all?
Not at first, no.
However
my feelings now are true.
Ayaka
is my one and only.
It'll work out.
Togo will make it work.
Togo, I brought us a drink to celebrate.
Where is Ms. Ayaka? Still at work?
Surely you know otherwise, seeing as you've come to visit.
Goodness, what makes you say that?
You've told better lies.
A terrible assumption indeed.
Nevertheless, I'm quite worried she's out so late.
No need, she's currently visiting family.
Then you must be hungry for dinner.
Shall I cook?
No thank you.
Did you and Ms. Ayaka have a little argument?
You would know that better than anyone.
After all, you had Kamiyama sidle up to Ayaka in the first place.
That sort of stunt won't break us apart.
Whatever are you talking about?
Please, end this farce.
I've tried to live up to your expectations.
Always, without fail.
Your cruelty had me in its clutches.
Do you even hear yourself?
I am your mother.
You loved my rice omelettes best of all.
It's so good!
You are not my mother.
[Pre-marriage Contract]
We want you to go build your own family.
H-Hello?
Hey. It's been a while.
Yeah.
Togo we need to talk about Kamiyama
There's no need.
Huh?
It's over.
Anyways, we've got filming to do. Get over here, pronto.
- Huh?
- 7 A.M., morning routine, be there.
7 A.M.?!
Don't forget Negi.
Give me prior notice!
Riku, wake up.
Get ready. We're filming today.
Stop, I'm bare faced!
- Stop!
- You look cute though.
Hey.
- No running.
- Too close!
This is torture.
At least they're getting along.
I mean
It's torturous but relieving, I guess.
- Hey.
- Yeah?
I'm begging you, stop that.
It's eco-friendly.
That watered-out liquid isn't tea. Go check your tongue.
It's perfectly funtional.
- Is not.
- Is to.
Are you sure they won't get a divorce?
Honestly? Not too sure.
Enough.
I'll do it instead.
Aw, you know just the words I wanna hear.
- Hey
- Yeah?
Welcome home.
Thanks.
- One bag per cup.
- What?
- That's such a waste!
- No, it's not.
I apologize if I kept you waiting.
I'm honored.
Part of me assumed you would ignore my invitation.
I've wanted to meet you
Mother.
Why won't you say a word?
You
You are no son of mine.
Why
Why won't you see me for who I am?
Togo is my only son.
I do not know why you have come.
But please, do not involve yourself with the Nitta's any longer.
The other day
Father passed away.
Before his passing, he told me the truth.
I always assumed you had abandoned me.
But I had it all wrong, didn't I?
You left my side
To protect me.
Please, raise Arata for us.
I want this child to lead a life of freedom, of happiness.
I spent my days with Father and his relatives.
My life has indeed been happy.
Still
I've always wanted to meet you, Mother.
Father loved you dearly.
He was constantly worried about your happiness.
So he left his will with me.
- Mother -
- Stop calling me "Mother", I beg you.
I cannot become your mother, not anymore.
Do not concern yourself with my affairs.
Thanks for coming.
I'm sorry about how I acted the other day.
I know an apology won't cut it.
But those lies aren't easy to write off.
I'm really, really sorry for tricking you.
You had your reasons though, didn't you?
The truth is, my father's factory has been on the verge of shutting down.
With that blackmail against me,
I was given money in exchange for breaking you two up.
By who?
Nitta's mother.
Why would she do that?
I don't know.
But I promise that's the whole truth.
She'll most likely keep at it, until you two are apart.
Mother.
Kamiyama is a precious friend of mine.
Why would you use him?
I'm well aware I'm an incompetent bride.
But please, spare the people around me.
- Even Togo -
- You know nothing, nothing at all.
Take care you treasure family, and do them no harm.
What do you mean by that?
Is everyone okay?
Huh? Yeah?
Nothing's gone wrong?
No? Why?
Never mind, then it's fine.
Sorry about that.
In the moment, Ayaka remained blissfully ignorant.
[Haneda's Fishcakes]
She had no idea an uncontrollable storm
was already at her doorstep.
I'm home.
You're late.
Negi!
Hey.
Where's mine?
- Huh?
- What?
Nothing.
- Huh?
- Yeah?
Expecting something else?
Excuse me? No.
Welcome home.
She could only assume their love was eternal.
I think I'm happier than I've ever been now.
Thanks for marrying me.
We are very sorry.
No matter what you might do, we won't give in.
Are you sure about that?
Weren't you supposed to make my sister happy?
- I'm just tired of everything.
- You said you wanted us to be family.
You're getting on my nerves.