After the Rain (恋は雨上がりのように)

I like you, Mr. Kondo.

Really? Thanks!

What does he mean by "thanks"?

Was I supposed to say it differently?

After school, shoe cupboard, resonating sound of rain

My shirt gets wet as I run out with no umbrella

You're out of my league

I wish I was the rain, so I could easily feel you

Let me touch you

One, don't treat me like a child

Two, it's even worse to play it off by being nice

I love you Can you hear me?

I love you

Right now, I can jump over the puddle

After the rain, I caught your eye as a rainbow appeared

You're so indifferent to romance... That's why!

Raindrops sparkle against the blue summer sky

Lulu lala I'm in love

After the rain...

Right now, I have no doubts

I need no umbrella

RAINING TEARS

Snacks really hit the spot when you're feeling depressed.

You're eating way too much.

-It's not even lunch time. -It's literally my savior.

I feel refreshed like these chocolate biscuits.

That must mean that you're broken into pieces.

Hey, there's something I want to ask you guys.

What is it?

That's rare that you want to ask us something.

That's true! Go ahead, ask away.

Come on, what is it?

Actually, never mind.

-What? -Why?

Akira, you seem to be depressed recently.

-She's right. -Is something bothering you?

Her leg injury is recovering, though.

-You're right. -You're right.

-Do you want to stop by on the way back? -Sure.

WORKING RIGHT NOW. IT'S BORING WITHOUT YOU HERE, AKIRA.

Tachibana senpai.

I thought it was you. It's been a while.

Oh, what a surprise!

-Are you on your way home? -Yup.

What's up?

Well, actually, I'm going to participate in the next tournament.

Oh, that's great!

But, I'm slower than you, Tachibana senpai.

Well, I feel like I might not perform that well.

I'm sorry.

Oh, I have an idea! Can you come with me for a little bit?

I think everyone will be thrilled, and we need your advice.

-Please! -Uh...

Kyan senpai!

-Akira? -I ran into her. So, I brought her with me.

Hey.

Ishii! Great job!

Seriously?

Woo-hoo!

That was amazing.

Akira! Ishii beat her own record!

Akira?

-What? Are you leaving already? -Yup.

We're all going to a family restaurant after we finish.

Do you want to join us?

No thanks, I'll pass.

What? You should come with us.

-She's right. -Please, join us.

Oh, come to think of it,

you're working at a family restaurant, right?

-What? Really? -You are?

What's that supposed to mean?

I just can't believe a blunt person like you can be in customer service.

I can't believe it either.

Well, you guys...

How about going there today then?

Good idea!

-Tachibana senpai, where's your... -No.

Don't come.

Oh, sorry. I mean, it's far...

Bye.

CAFÉ RESTAURANT GARDEN

SHIFT ROSTER

Tachibana, you're really fast.

You might even be able to compete with the guys.

The teacher said we can use the starting pistol.

Just five shots.

Huh? What's wrong with your leg, Akira?

I just have it taped because it feels a little weird.

Are you all right?

Tachibana, you're this track team's up-and-coming star.

-So don't overdo it, all right? -Okay.

On your mark! Get set!

I'm sure it'll stop raining soon.

Huh? It's raining.

What? Tachibana?

What's wrong?

Is your leg okay now?

Anyway, you should come in. You're all wet!

Come on, hurry!

Tachibana?

I like you.

It's been raining a lot today.

I like you.

It's sort of like

trying to do something about something you can't change,

and while tracing my desultory thoughts,

I've been listening to the sound of the rain on Suzaku Avenue.

CAFÉ RESTAURANT GARDEN HIRING PART-TIMERS

Tachibana's coming back to work today.

UNDER 18

What kind of attitude should I have towards her?

Hello.

Hey there.

Huh? Tachibana?

Akira, congratulations on your recovery!

Thanks.

-Don't overdo it, okay? -I'm sorry to have troubled you.

Tachibana!

Let me know if there's anything I can do for you!

-There's nothing you can do. -Bummer!

It seems to be the same as usual.

Was that a dream?