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I Have a Crush at Work - E08 [B-Global vs Lia]

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This year will be our

This year will be our first Christmas together.

first Christmas together.

I want to make it special,

but we just celebrated our anniversary.

Still, it's Christmas after all.

Things get hectic at the end of the year,

so what should we do for Christmas?

Hmm... Christmas Eve is on a weekday,

so we don't have to push ourselves

so we don't have to push ourselves too much.

too much.

Yeah, that's true.

We can just take it easy

We can just take it easy over New Year's instead.

over New Year's instead.

But Yui seems like the type

who loves these kinds of events...

Good morning.

I drank too much and now

I drank too much and now my stomach's killing me...

my stomach's killing me...

I gotta give my liver a break.

That's what you said yesterday.

You're so cold.

You're so cold. It's because I was invited for it.

It's because I was invited for it.

Well, this time of year,

Well, this time of year, drinking parties tend to increase.

drinking parties tend to increase.

Drinking parties increase,

but so do the year-end closing documents.

Of course, this happens

Of course, this happens during the year-end—

during the year-end—

Oww...

Would you like me to help?

Eh? Really?

Weren't you also helping

Weren't you also helping Mr. Yamakawa with his project?

Mr. Yamakawa with his project?

Are you sure you're okay?

Yes, everyone is busy

Yes, everyone is busy at the end of the year,

at the end of the year,

but I'm still doing fine!

I'm home.

Good work there.

Are you staying over tonight?

I didn't bring a change of clothes,

and I have a meeting first thing

in the morning, so I think I'll pass.

But...

Just seeing your face and having a beer

together is enough to recharge me.

I'm satisfied!

You seem really busy.

Well, it is the end of the year, after all.

Has the result for the soft cookies you

submitted to the competition come out yet?

submitted to the competition, come out yet?

It should be soon,

It should be soon, but they haven't contacted me yet.

but they haven't contacted me yet.

When I'm waiting,

When I'm waiting, my mind starts overthinking things,

my mind starts overthinking things,

so staying busy helps distract me.

I end up taking on too much work.

How about you? Is everything going well?

The real challenge starts after the new year,

The real challenge starts after

the new year, but I'm fully prepared.

but I'm fully prepared.

But, Masugu, you seem like

But, Masugu, you seem like the type who waited

the type who waited

until the last minute

until the last minute to do summer homework.

to do summer homework.

That's not true!

I'm the type who plans things out

I'm the type who plans things

and works steadily

carefully and works steadily,

and helped my little sister with hers.

always making time to help my little sister with hers.

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This year will be our
first Christmas together.

I want to make it special,
but we just celebrated our anniversary.

Still, it's Christmas after all.

Things get hectic at the end of the year,
so what should we do for Christmas?

Hmm... Christmas Eve is on a weekday,

so we don't have to push ourselves
too much.

Yeah, that's true.

We can just take it easy
over New Year's instead.

But Yui seems like the type
who loves these kinds of events...

Good morning.

I drank too much and now
my stomach's killing me...

I gotta give my liver a break.

That's what you said yesterday.

You're so cold.
It's because I was invited for it.

Well, this time of year,
drinking parties tend to increase.

Drinking parties increase,

but so do the year-end closing documents.

Of course, this happens
during the year-end—

Oww...

Would you like me to help?

Eh? Really?

Weren't you also helping
Mr. Yamakawa with his project?

Are you sure you're okay?

Yes, everyone is busy
at the end of the year,

but I'm still doing fine!

I'm home.

Good work there.

Are you staying over tonight?

I didn't bring a change of clothes,

and I have a meeting first thing
in the morning, so I think I'll pass.

But...

Just seeing your face and having a beer
together is enough to recharge me.

I'm satisfied!

You seem really busy.

Well, it is the end of the year, after all.

Has the result for the soft cookies you
submitted to the competition come out yet?

It should be soon,
but they haven't contacted me yet.

When I'm waiting,
my mind starts overthinking things,

so staying busy helps distract me.

I end up taking on too much work.

How about you? Is everything going well?

The real challenge starts after the new year,

but I'm fully prepared.

But, Masugu, you seem like
the type who waited

until the last minute
to do summer homework.

That's not true!

I'm the type who plans things out
and works steadily

and helped my little sister with hers.

If anything,
you were the last-minute type, right?

By the way...

Here you go.

The limited edition CD of the band
we were talking about the other day.

It was at my parents' house.

Thank you. I'll borrow it.

Still, it's surprising
how similar our tastes are.

They're not from your generation, right?

You're 24, right?

I heard their music online and liked it.

I see.

Their songs that were used for TV drama
theme songs are really cool.

Brings back memories!

Yes, it is.

He smiled...

The morning time I spend
together with him is so...

No, no! What do I mean, "together"?!

W-Well, then...

- ...I should be going now.
- ...I should be going now.

No, on second thought,
I'll stay and do my work.

Is that so?
I'll be taking my leave first then.

I've been really out of it lately.

I hope it didn't seem unnatural.

Even if we get along well,
he is eight years younger than me.

I'm not his direct boss, but we have
a superior-subordinate relationship at work.

The time we spent together
originally happened by chance...

Also, his smile is so cute...

I'm seriously no good!
I need to stop having these kinds of thoughts!

Good work there.

Drinking again today?

I won't go to the drinking party every day.

I need to let my body rest sometimes.

The accounting department's year-end party
is coming up, so I'll head home early today.

See you tomorrow.

Good work for today.

Now that I think about it,
I haven't celebrated Christmas in years.

I wonder what Somei does for Christmas...

He'd probably find it a hassle too!

I'd feel bad for him if people saw us together
and weird rumors started. And honestly...

I'm done with getting involved
with people from work...

I really liked that cafe...

But maybe I should stop coming there to avoid
making things feel even more awkward.

Christmas as a working adult
is just like this, huh?

I'm here to collect money for the party.

For the year-end party.

A-Ah, okay...

Right, this year, we're having it together
with the planning department.

Thank you.

Now that I'm aware of it...

Those directors, seriously!

So the planning and accounting
department directors were peers.

That explains the joint year-end party...

They always make decisions on a whim.

Are we gonna be okay?
What if it turns out like last time?

And at the same restaurant...

It's fine! I won't mess up like that again.

We've been in an office romance
for half a year now, so worry not!

Are you really sure about that?

Welcome!

Of all places, directly across from me...

Of all places, right next to me...

I should not drink too much today.

What's wrong, Tateishi?

Huh? Ah, it's nothing...

I haven't really talked to Somei since then,

but sitting across from her in front
of him like this feels awkward.

Cheers!

This is the first time I've gotten a good look
at her wearing a ring in a work setting.

By the way, this table is made up of the people
who went to the baseball game, right?

That was my first time
watching a live sports game.

I was really surprised when we high-fived
each other whenever our team scored.

I know, right?
We were all so fired up!

Yeah, I remembered that too.

And we didn't just high five,
but hugged as well!

And Yui is...

Oh, she looks calm!

Now that I think about it, Yui and Morizono
have some kind of kinship, right?

I guess after six months,
you start getting used to a lot of things.

I'm going to order a drink.
Does anyone else want something?

- Oh, then I'll have a ginger ale.
- Oh, then I'll have a ginger ale.

You two are so in sync.

Actually, I'll go with oolong tea.

Huh? Why'd you change your mind?

Or rather, are you not up for drinking today?

Oh, so Tateishi and Mitsuya are peers, too?!

Peers are a precious thing, you know!

What's that?

They must be super drunk.

I don't really want us to stand out now,
but now we're looking all friendly...

This is just too much...

Of course we get along!
But maybe not as well as you guys!

No, maybe it's fine.

Yeah.

Good job.

Umm, by the way, I want to use this
opportunity to ask something.

I know it's a personal matter,
and I thought it might not be okay to ask...

Eh? What?

I just got curious and wanted
to be sure about it.

Hey, don't tell me...

You see...!

It's about Morizono's sweets-related
social media account!

Eh?

That's what you wanted to ask?

Wait, so Morizono does have
a social media account?

Geez, Ucchan!

I'm so sorry!

I just really wanted to hear it
from the person directly!

It's not fair that only you can, Micchan!

I'm such a huge fan
of your social media, Morizono!

Your photos and the captions
are always cute and to the point!

The buffet review you posted before
was amazing!

So I ended up going there myself!

Is that so?

And also! Is it true that it's gotten so popular
that you're going to be on TV?!

No, that's not true.

That was so fun!

Yeah. And being with Yui
wasn't a problem at all.

Since we're already here,
why don't we go to a karaoke afterparty?!

I'll go too!

Let's do it!

Yes, just a little bit.

I'll make sure to catch the last train home.

I mean, it was tough.

I had to entertain the directors

the whole first party.

Thank you for listening!

Thanks...

She's so cute!
Karaoke with my girlfriend!

Masugu, you dummy!
You're staring too much!

It's embarrassing!

It's not a date,
but this feels fresh in its own way.

This is awesome!

Now, time for accounting to sing next!

How about that one?
The song Mr. Mita always sings?

The one that he sings with so much passion?

Yep!

This woman...!
Is this payback for earlier?!

Hey, that's my go-to song!

♪ That's a simple, little happiness ♪

♪ Back then, I didn't realize
what was truly important ♪

Way to go, Mr. Mita!

Sing with more passion!

♪ I will never forget those
happy times I spent with you ♪

Do you want to choose
a song, Miss Hayakawa?

Ah, I'm good.
You go ahead, Somei.

♪ I won't forget ♪

♪ that smile ♪

Hasn't there been way too many events after
I started realizing my feelings for him?!

Oh, this band sure takes me back.
Somei, are you going to sing it?

Yes, I've been listening to them a lot lately.

Sorry, I need to use the restroom
for a moment.

I'm overthinking things like an idiot.

I bet he hardly thinks of me at all.

Umm...

Huh? Why are you here?
What about your song?

I already finished.

You've been acting a little weird today.

Is he worried about me?

Are you feeling unwell?
You're barely drinking at all.

I'm fine, really!
I've just been to a lot of parties lately...

Miss Hayakawa...

...wanna bail from here together?

That was a close call!
In more than one way!

Now, Maria!
Wear these and sing with us!

That's cute! You'll look adorable in it!

Are you okay there, Morizono?

Come on, you two are drinking too much!
Maria is troubled!

Oh! So this is
the "good and dependable Micchan"!

♪ In a spring evening ♪

Wait, so you're actually going to wear it?!

Why is she singing 'Kojo no Tsuki'?

And she is holding the mic with two hands.

♪ And cups of wine were passed around ♪
- And she is holding the mic with two hands.

♪ And cups of wine were passed around ♪
- But her singing is really good...

♪ And cups of wine were passed around ♪

How about we sing a song together?

Eh?

If you don't want to, fine!

No, that's not...

But what song should we choose?

How about this one?

I only know the chorus.

This one?

But, well, this room is dimly lit.

With the alcohol, the end-of-year excitement,
and being surrounded by familiar faces...

That's why...

Who's up next?

Oh! Awesome!

♪ You know, last night ♪
- At least, for today...

♪ When you told me that thing ♪
- I'm gonna with the flow

♪ When you told me that thing ♪
- "I have a crush at work!"

♪ I said I wasn't happy,
but that was probably a lie ♪

And so, on this sacred Christmas Eve,

the snow that began falling in the morning
has started to lightly cover the ground.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

I put together the data,
so can you take care of this?

Sure thing!

Even though it's the holy Christmas Eve,

for working adults like us,
it's just a regular weekday.

It's the last spurt to get
all of our work done.

Alright, and done.

Are you done?

Yes.

Then go take a break for now.

It'll take some time
for the tally results to come out.

Okay.

There's cake in the break room
that anyone can help themselves to.

Well, it's probably better to meet up
and take our time once the holidays start.

H-Hey. How's it go—

Don't talk to me.

I was about to write down my thoughts
on the sweets I just ate,

and now I forgot!

Couldn't you have said that a little nicer?

Man, she's completely in work mode...

Even in the break room...
Whoa, so fancy!

Is it okay if I turn on the TV?

Go ahead.

No one is using an umbrella as they walk.

Alright, thank you!
That was a live look at Center Street!

The wrapping that just showed up on screen
might work for the next project's design.

You're so passionate about work...

Christmas is a treasure trove
of inspiration for me.

While waiting for the results,
I have to work on my next project.

Spending Christmas Eve like this...

Well, I guess it's not so bad.

The mood isn't there at all, though.

Aren't these sweets
from your first project?

Oh, those?
They were about to be discarded.

I took the ones that haven't expired yet.

Since they would be tossed them anyway.

You saw me in a pretty uncool moment.

Why?

These are a trophy of your hard work, right?

Honestly...

For me, Christmas hasn't really
been filled with good memories.

I love the decorations
and the cheerful atmosphere.

But every time I see the limited-edition,
sparkling seasonal products

lined up in the break room fridge,

I can't help but think, "This one is from
their project, and that one is from theirs..."

Christmas always ends up being a day
where I dwell on things like that.

Oh, that explains it.

It's weird that she's not into this event,
even though it seems like she enjoys it.

Hmm... Christmas Eve is on a weekday,

so we don't have to push ourselves
too much.

Those are the times
before we started dating...

Before I knew her.

That's how she used
to spend this time of year.

But...

This year, it's different.

Do you know who's to thank for that?

Ah, I'd better get back now.

Huh? This is from the section manager...

"You passed the spring product competition."

That's amazing!
This is your second solo product!

But it's not finalized! It's not final!

But I'm so happy!

That's really amazing!

Let me buy you a coffee!

What's that?

But thank you!

Chief Hayakawa?

Why does the timing always
have to be like this?

I've barely ever run into each
other at work like this.

We haven't run into each other
at that cafe lately.

Well, yeah. I've been in such
a rush in the mornings lately.

I might not be able to go anymore...

I've been wondering
when we'd meet again, actually.

Eh?

I've been meaning to return
the CD I borrowed from you.

But I didn't bring it today.

Oh, right. I forgot this kid
is that kinda person.

I don't know
why I'm kind of happy about it.

That's fine.
You can keep it for a while.

And by the way, don't talk about
our cafe at work too much.

Ah... It's a hidden gem, right?

I'm sorry.

That's not what I mean!

What if people get the wrong idea
that we get together outside of work?

Well, it doesn't really bother me.

In fact, we often have breakfast together.

Am I overthinking things by myself?

Honestly,

I go there because I enjoy that time there.

So don't worry about it, Miss Hayakawa.

I'll keep the CD until the next time we meet.

You dummy, of course I worry about it.

He's eight years my junior...

We work at the same company...
I'm a boss and he's a subordinate.

And yet...

I'll contact you.

The next time I go to that cafe.

It must be a hassle
carrying it around all the time.

That's why...

Oh, you need my contact?

I've fallen for Somei.

So how can I not worry?

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This year will be our first Christmas together.

I want to make it special,
but we just celebrated our anniversary.

Still, it's Christmas after all.

Things get hectic at the end of the year,
so what should we do for Christmas?

Hmm... Christmas Eve is on a weekday,

so we don't have to push ourselves too much.

Yeah, that's true.

We can just take it easy over New Year's instead.

But Yui seems like the type
who loves these kinds of events...

Good morning.

I drank too much and now my stomach's killing me...

I gotta give my liver a break.

That's what you said yesterday.

You're so cold. It's because I was invited for it.

Well, this time of year, drinking parties tend to increase.

Drinking parties increase,

but so do the year-end closing documents.

Of course, this happens during the year-end—

Oww...

Would you like me to help?

Eh? Really?

Weren't you also helping Mr. Yamakawa with his project?

Are you sure you're okay?

Yes, everyone is busy at the end of the year,

but I'm still doing fine!

I'm home.

Good work there.

Are you staying over tonight?

I didn't bring a change of clothes,

and I have a meeting first thing
in the morning, so I think I'll pass.

But...

Just seeing your face and having a beer
together is enough to recharge me.

I'm satisfied!

You seem really busy.

Well, it is the end of the year, after all.

Has the result for the soft cookies you
submitted to the competition, come out yet?

It should be soon, but they haven't contacted me yet.

When I'm waiting, my mind starts overthinking things,

so staying busy helps distract me.

I end up taking on too much work.

How about you? Is everything going well?

The real challenge starts after
the new year, but I'm fully prepared.

But, Masugu, you seem like the type who waited

until the last minute to do summer homework.

That's not true!

I'm the type who plans things
carefully and works steadily,

always making time to help my little sister with hers.

If anything, you were the last-minute type, right?

By the way...

Here you go.

The limited edition CD of the band
we were talking about the other day.

It was at my parents' house.

Thank you. I'll borrow it.

Still, to think we had such similar taste in music.

They're not from your generation, right?

You're 24, right?

I heard their music online and liked it.

I see.

Their songs that were used for TV drama
theme songs are really cool.

Brings back memories!

Yes, it is.

He smiled...

I really enjoy this time together...

No, no! What do I mean, "together"?!

W-Well, then...

...I should be going now.

No, on second thought, I'll stay and do my work.

Is that so?
I'll be taking my leave first then.

I've been really out of it lately.

I hope I don't come off as being unnatural.

Even if we get along well,
he is eight years younger than me.

I'm not his direct boss, but we have
a superior-subordinate relationship at work.

The time we spent together
originally happened by chance...

Also, his smile is so cute...

I'm seriously no good!
I need to stop having these kinds of thoughts!

Good work there.

Drinking again today?

I don't go to drinking parties every day.

I need to let my body rest sometimes.

The accounting department's year-end party
is coming up, so I'll head home early today.

See you tomorrow.

Good work for today.

Now that I think about it,
I haven't celebrated Christmas in years.

I wonder what Somei does for Christmas...

He'd probably find it a hassle too!

I'd feel bad for him if people saw us together
and weird rumors started. And honestly...

I'm done with getting involved
with people from work...

I really liked that cafe...

But maybe I should stop coming there to avoid
making things feel even more awkward.

Christmas as a working adult is just like this, huh?

I'm here to collect money for the party.

For the year-end party.

A-Ah, okay...

Right, this year, we're having it together
with the planning department.

Thank you.

Now that I'm aware of it...

Those directors, seriously!

So the planning and accounting
department directors were peers.

That explains the joint year-end party...

They always make decisions on a whim.

Are we gonna be okay?
What if it turns out like last time?

And at the same restaurant...

It's fine! I won't mess up like that again.

We've been in an office romance
for half a year now, so there's no need to worry!

Are you really sure about that?

Welcome!

Of all places, directly across from me...

Of all places, right next to me...

I should not drink too much today.

What's wrong, Tateishi?

Huh? Ah, it's nothing...

I haven't really talked to Somei since then,

but sitting across from her in front
of him like this feels awkward.

Cheers!

This is my first time seeing her wearing
the ring at a work event.

By the way, this table is made up of the people
who went to the baseball game, right?

That was my first time watching a live sports game.

I was really surprised when we high-fived
each other whenever our team scored.

I know, right?
We were all so fired up!

Yeah, I remember that all too well.

And we didn't just high five, but hugged as well!

And Yui is...

Oh, she looks calm!

Now that I think about it, Yui and Morizono
have some kind of kinship, right?

I guess after six months,
you start getting used to a lot of things.

I'm ordering more drinks.
Does anyone else want something?

Oh, then I'll have a ginger ale.

You two are so in sync.

Actually, I'll just have an oolong tea.

Huh? Why'd you change your mind?

Or rather, are you not up for drinking today?

Oh, so Tateishi and Mitsuya are peers, too?!

Peers are a precious thing, you know!

What's up with them?

They're completely drunk...

I don't really want us to stand out now,
but now we're looking all friendly...

This is just too much...

Of course we get along!
But maybe not as well as you guys!

No, maybe it's fine.

Yeah.

Good job.

Umm, by the way, I want to use this
opportunity to ask something.

I know it's a personal matter,
and I thought it might not be okay to ask...

Eh? What?

I just got curious and wanted to be sure about it.

Hey, don't tell me...

You see...!

It's about Morizono's sweets-related
social media account!

Eh?

That's what you wanted to ask?

Wait, so Morizono has a social media account for that?

Geez, Ucchan!

I'm so sorry!

I just really wanted to hear it from her directly!

It's not fair that only you can, Micchan!

I'm a huge fan of your social media, Morizono!

Your photos and captions are really cute and to the point!

The buffet review you posted before was amazing!

So I ended up going there myself!

Is that so?

And also! Is it true that it's gotten so popular
that you're going to be on TV?!

No, that's not true.

That was so much fun!

It really was.
And being with Yui wasn't a problem at all.

Since we're already here,
why don't we go to a karaoke afterparty?!

I'll go too!

Let's do it!

Yes, just a little bit.

I'll make sure to catch the last train home.

I mean, it was tough.

I had to entertain the directors for the whole party.

Thank you for listening!

Thanks...

She's so cute!
Karaoke with my girlfriend!

Masugu, you idiot!
You're staring too much!

It's embarrassing!

It's not a date,
but this is quite a fresh experience in itself.

This is awesome!

Now then, time for accounting to sing next!

How about that one?
The song Mr. Mita always sings?

The one that he sings with so much passion?

Yep!

This woman...!
Is this payback for earlier?!

Hey, that's my go-to song!

That's a simple, little happiness

Back then, I didn't realize
what was truly important

Way to go, Mr. Mita!

Sing with more passion!

I will never forget those
happy times I spent with you

Do you want to choose a song, Miss Hayakawa?

Ah, I'm good.
You go ahead, Somei.

I won't forget

that smile

Haven't there been way too many events since
I started realizing my feelings for him?!

Oh, this band sure takes me back.
Somei, are you going to sing it?

Yes, I've been listening to them a lot lately.

Sorry, I need to use the restroom for a moment.

I'm over thinking things like an idiot.

I bet he hardly thinks of me at all.

Umm...

Huh? Why are you here? What about your song?

It's already over.

You've been acting a little weird today.

Is he worried about me?

Are you feeling unwell?
You're barely drinking at all.

I'm fine, really!
I've just been to a lot of parties lately.

Miss Hayakawa...

...wanna bail from here together?

That was a close call!
In more than one way!

Now, Maria!
Wear these and sing with us!

That's cute! You'll look adorable in it!

Are you okay there, Morizono?

Both of you had way too many drinks!
Don't you see how troubled Maria is?

Oh! So this is the "good and dependable Micchan"!

In a spring evening

Wait, you're really wearing it?!

Why is she singing 'Kojo no Tsuki'?

And she is holding the mic with two hands.

And cups of wine were passed around

But her singing is really good...

How about we sing a song together too?

Eh?

It's fine if you don't want to!

No, that's not...

But what song should we choose?

How about this one?

I only know the chorus.

This one?

But, well, this room is dimly lit.

With the alcohol, the end-of-year excitement,
and being surrounded by familiar faces...

That's why...

Who's up next?

Oh! Awesome!

You know, last night

At least, for today...

When you told me that thing

I'm just going with the flow...
because I have a crush—and friends at work.

I said I wasn't happy, but that was probably a lie

And so, on this sacred Christmas Eve,

the snow that began falling in the morning
has started to lightly cover the ground.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

I put together the data,
so can you take care of this?

Sure thing!

Even though it turned into a white Christmas,

for working adults like us, it's just a regular weekday.

It's the last spurt to get all of our work done.

Alright, and done.

Are you done?

Yes.

Then, go take a break for now.

It'll take some time for the tally results to come out.

Okay.

There's cake in the break room
that anyone can help themselves to.

I'm working overtime
today too.

Well, it's probably better to meet up
and take our time once the holidays start.

H-Hey. How's it go—

Don't talk to me right now.

I was about to write down my thoughts
on the sweets I just ate,

and now I forgot!

Couldn't you have said that a little nicer?

Man, she's completely in work mode...

Even in the break room...

Whoa, so fancy!

Is it okay if I turn on the TV?

Go ahead.

No one is using an umbrella as they walk.

Alright, thank you!
That was a live look at Center Street!

The wrapping that just appeared on screen
might be a good fit for the next project's design.

You're so passionate about work...

Christmas is a treasure trove of inspiration for me.

While waiting for the results,
I have to work on my next project.

Spending Christmas Eve like this...

Well, I guess it's not so bad.

The mood isn't there at all, though.

Aren't these sweets from your first project?

Oh, those?
They were about to be discarded.

I took the ones that haven't expired yet.

Since they would have been tossed anyway.

I've really shown you my lame side, huh.

Why?

These are a trophy of your hard work, right?

Honestly...

I don't have that many fond memories of Christmas.

I love the decorations and the cheerful atmosphere.

But every time I see the limited-edition,
sparkling seasonal products

lined up in the break room fridge,

I can't help but think, "This one is from
their project, and that one is from theirs..."

Christmas always ends up being a day
where I dwell on things like that.

Oh, that explains it.

It's weird that she's not into this event,
even though it seems like she enjoys it.

Hmm... Christmas Eve is on a weekday,

so we don't have to push ourselves too much.

Those are the times before we started dating...

Before I knew her.

That's how she used to spend this time of year.

But...

This year, it's different.

Do you know who's to thank for that?

Ah, I'd better get back now.

Huh? This is from the section manager...

"You passed the spring product competition."

That's amazing! And it's only your second solo project!

But it's not finalized! It's not final!

But I'm so happy!

That's really amazing!

Let me buy you a coffee!

What's that?

But thank you!

Miss Hayakawa?

Why does the timing always have to be this awful.

I've hardly ever run into him at work like this.

I haven't seen you at that cafe in a while.

Ah, yeah. I've been having a lot of busy mornings lately.

I might not be able to go to that cafe anymore...

I've been wondering all this time
when we could meet up again.

Eh?

I wanted to return the CD that you lent to me before.

I don't have it with me today, though.

Oh yeah, I forgot that this was the kind of person he is...

Why did I get happy hearing him say that, though?

That's fine.
You can keep it for a while.

By the way, don't talk about the cafe in the office, okay?

Ah... That cafe's supposed to be your hidden gem, huh?

I'm sorry.

That's not what I mean!

You wouldn't want other people to get the
wrong idea about the two of us, right?

Well, it doesn't really bother me.

It's a fact that we often have our breakfast together.

Why does it feel like I was just making a fool of myself?

Honestly,

I go there because I have a good time there.

Don't worry about silly things like that, Miss Hayakawa.

I'll keep the CD until the next time we meet.

You dummy, of course I worry about it.

He's eight years younger than me...

We work at the same company...
I'm a boss and he's a subordinate.

And yet...

I'll contact you.

The next time I go to that cafe.

It must be a hassle carrying it around all the time.

That's why...

Oh, you need my contact?

I've fallen for Somei.

So how can I not worry?