Shinrei (心霊)

All of you have probably been to a hospital at least once,

whether it was because you were sick, injured, or visiting someone.

Perhaps some of you have even spent time hospitalized.

During those times, didn't you feel something cold

and a chill when you walked into the hospital?

What exactly is this chilling feeling?

The distinctive smell of hospital medicines.

The white walls.

Doctors and nurses in white coats.

But it's not limited to just that.

The hospital...

This place...

It's a border between this world and another.

There are people who, once they enter, never come back out.

So many patients have passed away here,

leaving regrets behind.

It's no wonder if such souls are wandering around.

There is nothing strange about it.

Maybe that's the reason for that chill you felt...?

This hospital has grown and become quite impressive, hasn't it?

When it first opened,

it was just a tiny hospital with less than ten beds.

And there was only one doctor.

It's been fifty years now.

Has this hospital really been here for so long?

That's right.

Back then it was during the Pacific War,

when the conflicts were growing increasingly violent.

Wow, since back then.

Then that makes you a living encyclopedia of this hospital, doesn't it?

If there's anything you don't know, just ask me.

Have you heard the story about the stairs in this hospital, ma'am?

Who told you that story?

Well, it's just...

Never mind, that story is taboo around here.

Let's stop here.

Do you speak Chinese, ma'am?

What did you say?

What did I say?

"The sunset is so beautiful."

The Former Imperial Japanese Army Hospital

- Eriko. - Huh?

You're on the night shift, right?

I'm a little nervous.

Everyone feels that way the first time. But I'll be with you.

Then I'm counting on you, Senpai.

Is it your first time on the night shift?

I hope nothing happens.

- Rie! - That's exactly why it's scary.

I was also shaking all over.

You hear voices in empty rooms

and footsteps following you during rounds.

Stop it, that's enough!

I was just joking.

You're scheduled for tomorrow too, right?

Yes, along with Rie.

Now that's a different kind of worry.

What do you mean?

She's a lost cause.

Remember Kobayashi, who broke his leg and was admitted yesterday?

Hey, stop that!

- Isn't he in room 303? - Yes.

Well, it seems she fell for that handsome guy at first sight.

Gosh, you never stop talking.

So if Rie goes missing, we'll know where to check, right?

I got it.

What do you mean "check"?

A secret midnight rendezvous between a nurse and a patient.

That's ridiculous.

What's wrong?

I'm sorry.

But it's not my fault.

I just can't fall asleep.

I'll tell you something interesting.

There are many taboos in this hospital.

Taboos?

Since the hospital opened,

there have been cases of nurses disappearing without a trace.

And they were always newcomer nurses, just like you.

I think it's time I told you another taboo.

Do you know the story of the plastered wall in the basement?

You know, the wall on B2 where human-shaped stains appear.

Nakagawa-san.

What's the matter?

Sorry, I called because I had a stomach ache.

But I'm fine now.

I see.

Then if you feel pain again, please call us back.

- Have a good night. - Good night.

Good night.

Thank you for your hard work. You can go now.

Noriko.

Hang in there.

I'm leaving Kobashi-san in your care.

If the anesthetic wears off, the pain will return.

- Understood. - I'll be going then.

- Thanks for your work. - Excuse me.

- Good work. - Good work.

Alright then, let's get back to work.

What?

This ward is supposed to be empty.

Yuri-chan, can you go take a look?

- Me? - Yes.

What, are you scared?

No, but...

This might be your first test of courage.

Call me if anything happens.

That's strange...

What's wrong with you?

The eighth floor?

What is it now?

Senpai...

Cheer up.

You're just tired from your first night shift.

But I really heard it.

And there was a little boy, about six years old…

Do you know anything, Senpai?

This hospital is huge.

There are definitely children around here.

I'll stay here.

Go rest for a bit.

What's going on?

Hello? Hello?

She and I were colleagues at nursing school.

Oh, really?

That's worrying.

When is your first night shift, Miyuki-san?

Tonight.

I see.

Right...

What a beautiful view…

If only people's hearts were as beautiful as this,

wouldn't that be wonderful?

Wow, you speak Chinese!

And what does that mean?

Hey, master, another round, please!

Aren't you drinking too much?

It's fine.

It's alright, it's alright.

Exactly.

It's alright, it's alright.

Right?

This place is known as a gathering spot for surfers,

but as you know, it's not just them,

many people come to the sea and rivers all year round.

But, do you have any idea how many end up drowning or going missing?

Apparently, that number exceeds a thousand.

"History" is such an unpleasant word, isn't it?

I myself almost drowned once,

and the fear and despair I felt is impossible to describe.

But in the end, I was saved and I'm here, alive.

But those who died in that hellish agony...

What must they have felt?

No one comes when you cry out for help.

You want to breathe, but water floods in through your mouth and nose,

and while you struggle, suffering,

you're dragged down into the depths.

Even now, the sea still carries

the grudge of those who left like that.

The Surfer's Death

My hat!

My hat...

Be careful, it's dangerous!

Come back here!

Man, I'm hungry.

Didn't I give you a rice ball earlier?

You and Guts eat too much, huh?

Seriously. This guy's appetite is insane.

He's a born eater.

If only his brain muscles would grow too.

All he thinks about are girls.

You punk!

Hey!

How's it going? It's been a while, huh?

- How are you? - Can't complain.

How are the waves?

Around waist to chest height today?

Nah, it's bad today. The wind is strong.

- It's choppy too, not good. - I see.

I guess we'll wait a bit.

Is the water cold today?

A short wetsuit's fine.

I only brought my spring suit.

Alright, see ya later.

What should I order?

Good question.

Is curry for everyone okay?

I want a large portion.

Let's go with curry.

Huh?

There's one missing.

For four people?

I'm sorry.

What a strange girl, right?

What do we do now?

Good question.

Let's go to the inn first.

Yeah.

Let's take a dip first.

I just feel like going to the sea.