Beautiful Childhood Friend Saw Me Attending a Singles Party And Started Crying
Beautiful Childhood Friend Saw Me Attending a Singles Party And Started Crying
Japanese Manga in English
Manga video to learn English
Japanese Manga in English
Manga video to learn English
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00:00My name's Kouta Yoshida, a 20-year-old college sophomore.
00:05Kouta, you got any stomach meds?
00:08Yeah, I got some. Need some lemon candy too? Might make you a bit feel better.
00:14Appreciate it, man. You sure know how to read the room, Kouta.
00:18Besides being friends, there's more to why Otakuda, the ultimate otaku of our university, approached me.
00:26Oh, Emily! Your mom told me to bring you your lunch.
00:30Oh, you didn't have to do that, you know.
00:33Hey, don't give me that attitude. A simple thanks will do.
00:37All right.
00:39Still rocking that aloof attitude. Emily and Kouta, childhood buddies for years.
00:45You guys gotta have the strongest mental game, huh?
00:50The reason behind it is none other than my childhood friend, Emily Saito.
00:55With our houses next to each other and attending the same school since elementary, I've always had to cover for Emily's aloofness.
01:03And as time went on, I ended up becoming a caring character.
01:07But after entering college, Emily gradually opened up to others and even started working part-time at an izakaya.
01:14She never struck me as someone with a killer sales smile.
01:18She's grown, huh?
01:20Mmm, yeah. Seems like you have a thing for Emily.
01:24W-what? No way. I'm not in that position.
01:28Huh?
01:30Ugh. Can't fool you, Otakuda.
01:34Ten years ago.
01:35Here, it's for you, Emily. It's cookies.
01:39I don't want it. I don't want to eat cookies.
01:42Emily.
01:44You mean... You worked so hard to make them. Why?
01:49Ugh.
01:50It's not like that. Emily has had a toothache since yesterday. It's really painful.
01:55If she says anything, her mom will take her to the dentist, so she can't tell anyone.
02:00Kouta! You don't have to say that!
02:03Oh, I see. Are you okay?
02:07Y-yeah. Sorry, can't eat them.
02:11It's okay. I'll make them again when your toothache is gone.
02:15Despite being just shy with words, Emily, who is mistakenly seen as aloof,
02:21easily captured my heart with every support, making her smile just a bit brighter.
02:27First love, huh?
02:29Gave up on that a long time ago. I'm like her guardian or something.
02:34Don't think it's like that.
02:36Alright! I'll provide you with that opportunity!
02:40Whoa!
02:41He's Charo Yabasugi, known as the leader of a flashy group in college.
02:46He wouldn't normally associate with introverts like me.
02:49We were short on people for tonight's mixer, and I thought you guys would be perfect as my wingman!
02:55What?!
02:56A few hours later.
02:58Cheers!
02:59Why'd it end up like this?
03:01And to top it off, this is where Emily works part-time!
03:04It'll be awkward if we bump into each other. I hope she's not on shift!
03:08Well, today...
03:10Whoa! Kota! The keychain you've got's super cute!
03:15This? I made it at my sister's request, with the leftovers.
03:19Wow! You've got a great sense of style, huh?
03:22You've got nimble fingers! I'm so jealous of your sister!
03:26Uh, well...
03:28Hey, everyone! Listen to my story!
03:32Hmm... No one's listening.
03:35Ugh...
03:37Here's your draft beer.
03:39E-Emily!
03:41Hmm... It's getting a little awkward.
03:45Um, about this...
03:47Please enjoy!
03:49Huh? Is she mad? Why?
03:52Two hours later.
03:54I'm tired. Just need to go home now.
03:57I think I'm drunk.
04:01I might not be able to look!
04:04Kota! Lend me a shoulder!
04:07Are you okay?
04:09Ugh!
04:10What's up? Feelin' faint?
04:12Uh...
04:13Emily! Are you okay?
04:16I'm fine. Sorry, Ren. It's nothing serious.
04:20Overdoing it isn't a good idea!
04:23It's already time to leave, so let's head back!
04:25Oh? Who's this?
04:27I'll take her home. We're childhood friends, so...
04:31Oh! A childhood friend, huh?
04:35All right! I'm counting on you!
04:39R-Ren!
04:40Yeah?
04:42We split up with everyone heading to the afterparty, and I ended up taking Emily home.
04:47She's super quiet. She must be feeling really bad.
04:51Emily, you okay? We'll be at your place soon, but...
04:57Huh?
04:59Ahaha...
05:02Huh? Why is she crying? Why?
05:06Hey, what's wrong? Are you feeling sick? Is something hurting?
05:11No! Of course not!
05:13Huh? Anyway, let's go inside, all right?
05:18Where are your parents?
05:20They're not home yet.
05:22I see. It's been a while since I've been to your place, Emily, but nothing's changed, right?
05:27Should I bring some towels or tea? Can I open the fridge?
05:31No need. As long as you're by my side, it's enough.
05:35Huh?
05:36Hey! Why'd you go to a mixer? I'm supposed to be your wife, right?
05:42Whaaat? What? Did she just say wife?
05:47I believed in you, Coda! But why'd you betray me? You cheater!
05:52Hold on, hold on. Emily, calm down. This is totally out of the blue. What's wrong?
05:58There's no way I could calm down because...
06:01I knew that you were spoiling me. I was always happy being by your side.
06:06But once I entered university, everyone around me was so beautiful.
06:10And I thought that if I kept relying on you, you might hate me.
06:14So I worked hard at my part-time job and studying, just so you wouldn't dislike me.
06:20Oh, so that's how it was?
06:22And yet, you went to a mixer. And you seemed popular.
06:28No, no. It was just an invitation. I didn't go there to find a girlfriend or anything.
06:33Really? Hey, my bad for the misunderstanding.
06:39But what I said earlier was true. I'm really into you, Coda.
06:44You don't feel the same?
06:48Are we just childhood friends?
06:51Hey, I want you to see me as a girl, not a friend.
06:57Emily!
06:58A few minutes later.
07:02Before I knew it, I was full-on sprinting back to my house.
07:06Did she just say that? No way. I never imagined Emily had feelings for me.
07:12It's dope, but my mind can't keep up!
07:16Huh?
07:17Coda, um...
07:19Emily! Sorry for bouncing earlier. It's not like I didn't want to be there.
07:24Yeah. Caught you off guard, right? I get it.
07:29So, about what I said earlier...
07:32Oh, is this some kind of joke or what?
07:36I'm serious, Coda!
07:39Be prepared from now on!
07:41Serious? For real?
07:43Is this... It's not a dream, right?
07:46What does she mean by be prepared?
07:50True to her declaration, from the next day onwards,
07:54Emily's being all sweet and friendly.
07:57But not only that, Emily, you didn't take this class, right?
08:01I'm bored at home, you know? You're not around either.
08:05Here, at least I can be with you and study, right?
08:08Nah, it's not like that.
08:10Hey, Coda!
08:11Wait, is that the girl from the Isekai yesterday?
08:15You guys went home together. Is she your sister?
08:19Huh?
08:20Nah, she's...
08:22I'm not his sister. This is... what we are.
08:26Coda may be a ladies guy, but he's my Coda, remember that!
08:31Whoa, Emily! Nah, it ain't like I'm super popular.
08:35Aww, that's so cute. Don't worry, I won't snatch him away.
08:40Why didn't you tell us that you had such a cute girlfriend?
08:44Sorry for causing you concern.
08:46N-no worries.
08:48Wait, is Emily the one who's more popular?
08:51It seems that those girls are like a year older or something.
08:55They were just messing with me because I'm the young one, you feel me?
08:59F-for real?
09:01My bad. I thought they were trying to snatch you away, so I got carried away.
09:07Nah, it's cool. I was just surprised, that's all.
09:10Man, how can I get mad at someone so cute?
09:15And at home.
09:16I wanted to watch this movie with you, Coda.
09:19Yeah, that's cool, but aren't you a bit close?
09:23I-I'm sorry, but this distance is the norm.
09:27O-okay. Is it fair for her to be all aloof only in situations like this?
09:33Do you have a problem spending time like this with me?
09:38O-of course not!
09:40Then we'll keep doing this forever.
09:43She's so cute!
09:45Honestly, I've always wanted to be spoiled like this, but it's too embarrassing to say.
09:52That's why I'm happy now.
09:54Oh, I'm happy too!
09:56Oh god, I want to hold her tight!
09:58There's supposed to be mutual feelings, but I had a reason why I couldn't tell Emily I liked her.
10:04The next day.
10:06Emily's my first love, man!
10:08I've been keeping my feelings locked up for so long!
10:11And, cause we've been together for ages, I can't see her as anything other than family!
10:16What should I do? Help me, Otakura!
10:19Um, when you get all intense like that, my glasses...
10:24Ah, my bad.
10:26Um, seems like you really treasure her, Kouta.
10:30How about trying to convey your feelings just as they are?
10:33Just as they are?
10:35Yeah, love sometimes needs a straight-up approach.
10:39That's right! Emily has faced me head-on!
10:42I just need to honestly express my feelings! Thanks, Otakura!
10:46It's only natural to help a precious friend. Take action, Kouta!
10:51On the weekend.
10:53Wow, it's raining hard, huh?
10:56Don't think it'll let up until we get home.
10:59Hey, there's even a warning out! What about your parents?
11:03Dad and Mom are on a business trip, won't be back. What about yours?
11:07Uh, my sister and Mom should be at a live concert.
11:11Seems like the trains are down, so they won't be able to make it back.
11:15They said they might have to stay somewhere overnight.
11:19I see...
11:21It's super windy outside, so...
11:24Can I stay at your place tonight?
11:26Huh?
11:27Come on, we used to always have sleepovers!
11:30W-well, yeah, but...
11:33Usually my parents are home, but for today it's gonna be the two of us!
11:37And I'm scared of going out in this storm... and the thunder...
11:41Yeah, you're right. It's dangerous and all.
11:44It's true, but even if she's alone at home, it's gotta be scary.
11:49And if something happens, it'll be dangerous.
11:52A-alright! You can stay the night!
11:55Y-yeah! If you're around, no thunder's gonna scare me!
11:59You used to say that back in kindergarten.
12:02Really? I did?
12:04Yeah.
12:06Maybe... I've had feelings for you since those days.
12:10What?!
12:11N-never mind! H-hey, let's cook dinner together!
12:15Y-yeah...
12:17Why's she acting shy there?!
12:21Hey, thanks for letting me go first for the bath.
12:24And thanks for the shirt.
12:26Y-yeah...
12:28Gotta keep my composure, man!
12:32Alright, you can use this room.
12:34I'll be sleeping in the next one.
12:36O-okay...
12:38Call me when you need anything!
12:40Coda, um...
12:42Hm? What's up?
12:44W-wanna sleep together?
12:47Huh?
12:48Oh, that's problematic!
12:51Haha, man, you're such a clingy girl, huh?
12:55Here, you can use my sister's stuffed animal!
12:58Hey, wait!
13:00Alright then, sleep tight!
13:02Ah!
13:06W-what the-
13:08How could you?! I asked you seriously!
13:11What the heck is a stuffed animal?!
13:13Don't treat me like a kid forever!
13:15Emily!
13:16Oh, I see.
13:19You never see me as a woman, huh?
13:22N-no, that's not-
13:24Sorry, but gotta go home!
13:26Wait up, Emily!
13:28Let me go!
13:30Ah!
13:32Emily!
13:34You alright? You didn't hit your head?
13:36Cut it out!
13:38Don't act all gentle like this!
13:40You don't like me or anything!
13:43I do like you!
13:45Huh?
13:46Well, I've actually liked you since we were little,
13:49but I was scared of ruining our friendship,
13:51and I couldn't gather the courage.
13:53When you told me you liked me, it made me so happy.
13:56I'm really sorry for not being able to say it all this time.
14:00I like you, Emily. Will you go out with me?
14:05What took you so long?
14:08Sorry.
14:09I've always wanted to be with you, Coda.
14:13Well, then.
14:15Let's look out for each other from now on, alright?
14:19Emily! I love you!
14:21I love you, too.
14:23No, wait! I love you more!
14:26Yeah, I know.
14:28Geez.
14:31After that, I became known as the sugar boy who tamed the icy Emily
14:35and dropped my busybody image at college.
14:38Look at you, Mr. Popular!
14:42Coda!
14:44Oh, speaking of.
14:46Where should we go tomorrow?
14:48Anywhere you want to go, Emily. As long as I'm with you, I'm happy.
14:52Coda, you're always too sweet to me.
14:55What if you start liking other girls, too?
14:57What am I supposed to do, you know?
14:59Aw, she's jealous! So cute!
15:04Even if I'm liked by girls all over the world,
15:07I'll only have eyes for you, Emily.
15:09Really?
15:11In that case, promise?
15:17My childhood friend who used to be cold to everyone
15:20seems to have only relied on me all along.
15:23Now that these chains are gone, she's sweet like sugar to everyone's eyes.
15:27We're still young, and I don't know what kind of life we'll lead from now on.
15:31But through the tough times and the happy moments,
15:34I want to keep building our every day together,
15:36just like we've done until now.