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The old doctor told me it was fine.

He said it was just neurosis.

I tell him I still have pains,

but he doesn't listen.

Isn't that outrageous?

I'm glad there was nothing serious.

I didn't need to come all the way to Tokyo.

It's always better to be sure.

Yes, I suppose it is.

But what about the young doctor?

He's the one who did it.

What do you mean?

He's the one who injected the blue ink.

I begged him to stop.

He said it was necessary.

He was cruel. I hate him.

You wanted to match him with Yukiko.

I'll find another prospect for her.

You must help me.

I'll do my best.

I'm doing all I can,

but Yukiko just keeps telling me

to leave her alone and not bother her.

Children are so ungrateful.

Our children are the same.

It must be the same everywhere.

You think? If we wait too long,

Yukiko will never get married.

She'll find someone.

She's capable and pretty, too.

- Do you really think so?

- I do.

I know. In fact,

I already have another prospect lined up.

Who is he?

He's not a doctor, but it's close.

- What does he do?

- He's a pharmacist.

He is the second son

of an important pharmacist in Osaka.

He's a bit old, though.

I can't remember if he's 24 or 25 years old.

He graduated from Osaka University.

Maybe this will be the one.

You certainly have a lot of candidates!

That man is ideal.

I tell you... Hold on. Excuse me a moment.

Please, go ahead. Wrong way.

That's right.

Are you sure I'm not bothering you?

Don't go too far!

Don't worry!

The weather is so nice.

It's rare that we get to go out like this.

The weather really is nice.

Maybe I should take advantage of it

and go for a game.

- You mean golf?

- Yes.

Please, not today.

This may be the last time we go out

if Setsuko gets married.

You're right.

But why wouldn't we go out again

before she marries?

You're always too busy.

Why does she just grin

without saying anything?

You mean Setsuko?

I was the same at her age.

Times have changed, though.

Should I go ahead?

Sure, I suppose it's all right.

It certainly is nice weather today.

Do you remember?

What?

Remember how

we ran to the air-raid shelters

when the planes came during the war?

Setsuko had just started grade school.

Hisako was a toddler.

In the dark, we used to think

we might all die together.

I remember.

I hated the war,

but sometimes I miss those days

when we were all so much closer.

Don't you?

No, those were the years I hated the most.

We had nothing of value.

We were surrounded by arrogance.

Right, but, for me, those were good days.

We were always together, all four of us.

Are you complaining

because I've been coming home late?

No, it's not that.

But we don't even get to have supper

as a family anymore.

It gets busier at work everyday.

But there are more comforts

we're able to enjoy.

Even so.

What are you saying?

Forget it.

I had trouble yesterday at Bunker 7.

I've also had difficulties there.

I went to Hakone with my family yesterday.

That's nice.

How did you like it?

I spent the whole day with my family.

I see. It must feel good

to do that from time to time.

Indeed.

Come in.

What is it?

The person on the business card

is asking to see you.

Okay.

Bring him in.

Yes.

Come in.

Come.

I should introduce myself.

My name is Taniguchi.

I'm Hirayama.

The Nitto Chemical Company?

My daughter works there.

Yes.

Why did you want to see me?

Well...

I wish to marry your daughter.

Excuse me?

I'd like to get your consent.

- You want to marry her?

- Yes.

Is Setsuko aware of this?

She is.

I should've asked you

through an intermediary,

but I don't have a lot of time.

Time?

My company is transferring me,

and I wanted to get your consent

before I go.

It's all very sudden.

I know. I apologise.

I can't give you an answer right now.

I must discuss this with Setsuko.

I understand.

You should leave.

Yes, please take it under consideration.

- Hello.

- Hello.

This is a quote from Hill Enterprise.

Just leave it here.

Yes.

You didn't know about this?

No, Setsuko never said anything.

It's a problem.

I'm home.

Setsuko.

- What's wrong?

- Come here.

Sit down.

What is it?

Do you know a man named Taniguchi?

Yes.

He came to my office today.

Did you know about that?

No, I didn't.

He wants to marry you.

How do you know him?

From work.

How long have you known him?

Do you intend to marry him?

Answer me.

Yes, I wish to marry him.

Why didn't you say anything?

Why didn't you consult me?

You knew we had another man in mind.

I don't approve of this Taniguchi.

But I...

What?

Why can't I find happiness on my own?

Setsuko.

I'll find happiness on my own!

- Where are you going?

- I'll be back soon.

Setsuko!

Come in.

It's you. What's going on? Come.

Why did you go see my father

without telling me?

Why didn't you tell me?

This way was better.

Why?

I didn't think you should worry.

What?

I told you before I would tell Mother

and have her tell Father.

I considered that, too.

It would have ended up the same.

What makes you say that?

The answer is either yes or no.

I would know sooner if I was direct.

You know

I'm being transferred to Hiroshima.

I heard.

That's why I went to see your father.

What if Father says no?

I've already made up my mind. Have you?

Do you even need to ask?

I'm not leaving you.

Then we've got nothing to fear.

This is how it should be.

Everything's fine now.

It's late. You should go.

Let me take you home.

Come on.

- Good night.

- Good night.

- Goodbye.

- Thank you.

I just came to take her home.

Thank you.

Thank you.

Has she come back?

Yes.

Setsuko!

Yes?

Sit down.

Where have you been?

You're being careless, don't you think?

Making such a decision

without consulting us first?

This is a mistake, don't you think?

Answer me.

Why don't you say something?

Don't get angry.

I'm not talking to you.

What is going on

in that head of yours, Setsuko?

I'm trying to spare you

an unhappy marriage.

I have to protect you from anything

that would make you unhappy.

Do you really know this Taniguchi?

I do.

And you think he'll make a good husband?

I do.

He's not from a distinguished family

like you would've liked,

but I really don't think

that'll make me unhappy.

You're confused and misguided.

That's just the way you see things.

Setsuko!

My opinions are different.

I see things my own way.

Do you? Then explain it to me.

Even if I explained it to you,

you wouldn't understand.

What's that?

Setsuko!

Mother! You two were lucky from the start.

We might not have the chance

to have the kind of life Father has in mind.

We don't care.

I don't think it would make us unhappy.

We will take responsibility for our own lives.

And we won't bother you

about things like that.

But, Setsuko...

Don't say another word.

You're still young, Setsuko.

A lot can happen in life.

You two are in love.

It may be enough for now,

but who knows what the future will bring?

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