Gave My Drunk Junior a Ride Home, Only to Find Out The Taxi Driver was My Ex GF…
Gave My Drunk Junior a Ride Home, Only to Find Out The Taxi Driver was My Ex GF…
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00:00My name is Shou Takano, a 26-year-old in my third year as a working professional.
00:06Despite my lackluster college days, I've been unexpectedly chosen to lead a project crucial for our company's success.
00:14However, to win against rival companies in the competition, I'll need some help, so...
00:20Hey, Shou!
00:23Since I'm new here, be nice to me, okay?
00:27Yeah, I got it. But walk straight, Kawaku.
00:36Got stuck babysitting the rookie as part of my job, but she's a walking disaster zone.
00:43Our places are in the same direction, so I'll drop you off in a cab.
00:51Whoa, you're way too drunk.
00:56I'm fine.
00:58Oh, just head towards the station.
01:01Got it.
01:03This voice... sounds like her.
01:07Can I drop you both off at the same place, or...
01:10But that's impossible.
01:12Um, can you hear me?
01:14Oh, uh, sorry. Let me drop her off first.
01:18Yep, just hearing a voice like hers brings back memories of someone special.
01:23We first met during a freshman group project in college.
01:28Hey, you didn't even know that?
01:31Sorry for being clueless!
01:34I'll fill you in, then.
01:36She's Maya Sasaki, a big-shots daughter with top grades.
01:41While I'm just a regular joe who barely made it, Maya was tough on me, but also kinder than anyone else.
01:49We bickered a lot, but couldn't deny the pull between us.
01:54Well, I guess I can date you. Maybe.
01:58That's how Maya became my first girlfriend.
02:01But no boyfriend moves, and always relied on Maya.
02:05Always letting her drive.
02:07Fun times, but also felt pathetic.
02:12After graduation, I landed at a small company while Maya hit the big leagues.
02:18Loving Maya made it tough to stick around as is, so with a heavy heart, I said goodbye.
02:24But I'll become a proper man and try again!
02:27That's how I thought, and managed to grab this chance and opportunity somehow, but...
02:33So, can we be more closer?
02:37Not sure about teaming up with her for the project.
02:41Looks like she's out cold.
02:43Uh, yeah, that voice.
02:46And? Hotel's okay for you?
02:50Whaaat? Maya, what are you doing?
02:54Can't you tell? It's work.
02:57This voice, this unfriendliness, and...
03:02Alright, we're at her place. Getting off?
03:06That beautiful face, it's definitely Maya!
03:10Yay, I'm home! Yay!
03:14So, not getting off?
03:17I'm going to my own place. Uh, do you know where...
03:22You think I don't remember?
03:25Huh?
03:27Remember all those times in college when I had to drag your sleepy self out?
03:31You probably haven't even bothered moving out cause you're lazy.
03:35You're absolutely right.
03:37Ugh, wish I could've looked cooler before this reunion.
03:40Well then, thanks! Take care!
03:44Oh!
03:46While it was nice to see her unexpectedly, it's still too soon.
03:51Next time we meet, I'll be even more of a man!
03:55That's what I thought, but...
03:58Geez.
04:00Sorry.
04:02Still clumsy as ever. Forgetting your wallet. But this...
04:06Oh yeah, you gave me this when I got a job.
04:10Using it even now, she's gonna roast me, huh?
04:15I-I mean, I plan on getting a new one, you know?
04:19I see.
04:21By the way, don't you have to worry about the time?
04:25Oh shoot, gotta call a cab. Uh, with the app.
04:29You got a taxi driver right here though!
04:32Right! By the way, got an appointment after the morning briefing, and maybe you could give me a ride?
04:37Fine by me. It's all part of the job.
04:41Oh, right.
04:43Few hours later.
04:45Sorry for being late! Did you wait?
04:49Why do you care? It's not like we're on a date.
04:53Her smile! When was the last time I saw it?
04:57By the way, this is really about work, right?
05:02Of course! I've been trusted with important tasks lately, you know?
05:06You sure about that?
05:09Yep, that day was all about prepping for the upcoming competition.
05:14The rival company's point person is this guy called Charao Yabasugi, quite the savvy guy.
05:21But I can't afford to lose! Gotta win this for Maya!
05:25I'll wait, Sho! I've got something to do, so I'll catch up later!
05:29Looks like it's just me hustling.
05:32Oh!
05:34Maya, were you waiting for me?
05:37Just taking a break.
05:39Oh, yeah, right. But thanks anyway. Can you drop me off at the office?
05:44Looks like you'll start using me like a tool soon.
05:48Always with the snark, huh?
05:51Wait, so you quit the big-shot job and just drive now?
05:55Yep! My dad owns this taxi company, but he got sick last year.
06:00Short-staffed, so I decided to help out. Can't afford to lose dad's business.
06:06Yeah, she's always been responsible like that.
06:09Well, someone here helped me get used to driving, so...
06:14Hey! But we used to hit up this ramen joint together a lot. Huh?
06:21Oh, sorry. Talking to you feels like old times. You know, it's like my body remembers.
06:27My body, huh? My heart remembers, too.
06:31Lunchtime! Let's grab a bite!
06:35Mmm, this place is still delicious!
06:39You're still the same. Hey, hold on a sec!
06:44Seriously, I thought you'd grown up a bit.
06:48Oh, shut up!
06:50Fine, I'll go pay first.
06:53Wait, it's okay. I'll pay.
06:55I'll pay first.
06:57Wait, it's on me!
06:59Huh? Oh, thanks.
07:02Gotta show off a bit.
07:04Huh? Cash only?
07:07You really never change.
07:10Says you!
07:12During work travels, I mostly rely on Maya. It's faster than calling a taxi myself, but truth be told, I'm glad to talk to Maya like old times.
07:22Still, being the old me won't cut it.
07:25I was pushing ahead with competition prep to show my growth, but...
07:30Can't come up with any groundbreaking ideas!
07:34My head's spinning. Maybe I'll just take it easy during the weekends.
07:40Man, you're hot!
07:42Can you take us to your place?
07:46Oh, yeah, being that beautiful, trouble's bound to come.
07:52Hey! This person is my exclusive driver! Sorry!
07:57Huh?
07:59Man, geez. Let's go.
08:03Well, well, being beautiful isn't easy, huh?
08:07Mind your own business!
08:09So, are you heading back now?
08:12Nah, got the next two days off, so thinking of grabbing a drink.
08:16Wait a sec, I'll park the car in the garage.
08:20What?
08:22Sorry for the wait!
08:24Oh, it's fine, but you sure you don't have to work?
08:28Yeah, just finished up, and I'm off tomorrow too.
08:34Was she always this cute? But she's back to casual wear, and hitting bars feels like old times.
08:42Hey, so, you can still drink, right?
08:46I'll take back what I just said! She's more alluring than before!
08:49So? You don't have a girlfriend?
08:53Why would a girl be into a guy like me?
08:57What about that junior of yours?
09:00Oh, she's just a little clumsy. Can't leave her alone, you know.
09:05Seems like you're into that type, huh?
09:08Hey, not like that!
09:10The ones you want to protect are the cutest, huh?
09:13Another round, please!
09:15You're drinking too much.
09:18You're so annoying! Besides, if I get drunk, you're gonna...
09:23take care of me, right?
09:26Then let's walk back.
09:28Oh, wanna swing by my family's place?
09:31First of all, I won't, and you can't walk that far. Let's hop in a taxi.
09:36Okay...
09:42What a cute sleeping face.
09:47Never knew this kind of Maya. But no, gotta keep it cool, Sho.
09:53Even though she's my ex, we're adults. Gotta keep things chill.
09:59Next day.
10:01I left my wallet in yesterday's taxi, huh? Sorry.
10:05Oh, nah. I was knocked out till just now. Couldn't reply. Sorry.
10:11But isn't this...
10:13Yeah. It's the one you gave me for my birthday.
10:17Like, you know, I have nothing against the gift, so...
10:20Yeah, I guess. Well, see you later.
10:24Wait! Today's your day off, right?
10:28Been a while. What do you think?
10:32Wait, do you mean...
10:36Didn't expect to find a hidden hot spring in these mountains!
10:40Yeah, but day trips to hot springs on a car, we've become real adults.
10:46But you still don't have your license.
10:49Got my personal driver... Huh? Tourists?
10:53Seems like quite a crowd.
10:56More than quite. Huh?
10:59Feels like there's not enough space. You okay?
11:02Well, it's tight, but if we do it like this...
11:07What?
11:09This makes enough for two!
11:11Sho, were your feet always this big?
11:15Maybe I've grown?
11:17Even if just your body grew your mind.
11:20True.
11:22Enjoying the day trip hot spring like this...
11:25New determination arises. Getting back to work with vigor. Until trouble strikes.
11:31Just give up, Sho.
11:33Can't! No good.
11:37Engine stopped in the mountains. An accident happened down below.
11:41Don't know when the tow truck's coming. We're screwed!
11:45Well, gotta wait it out.
11:48It's cold, but can't show my weakness here.
11:52You're cold, right?
11:54Not really.
11:56You say that, but you are.
11:58Not really.
12:00But I am!
12:02Hold up, arguing uses energy.
12:04So, can I snuggle up a bit?
12:09If you're not cold, I won't, but...
12:11No, I'm freezing. Could freeze to death any minute now.
12:15Jeez, you should just be more honest.
12:21See? Warm, right?
12:24Yep, it sure is.
12:26But really, I guess I was always the one pretending to be tough.
12:31Because of this personality, I had no friends since I was little.
12:36But you were always there for me, right?
12:38But in the end, I couldn't be honest, and ended up everyone hating me.
12:44No, the reason we broke up was because I lacked confidence.
12:49I felt like I wasn't worthy of someone as beautiful and talented as you, Maya.
12:54That's not true.
12:56But your kindness, saying those things like that, made me rely on you too much.
13:01Huh?
13:02So, I tried my best to become better, hoping we could meet again someday.
13:07So?
13:09I may not be fully grown yet.
13:12No, I've always...
13:14Sorry for the wait!
13:17Whoa, that was fast!
13:20That's what I'm known for!
13:23Well, to be honest, I wish he was late.
13:26Didn't know Maya was thinking that way.
13:28Didn't know Maya was thinking that way.
13:31Alright, for now...
13:33I've gotta win this competition no matter what!
13:36Just a few more days, I'll sharpen up to the last minute!
13:41Hey, Sho! I'm gonna help out too!
13:44Huh? Like you care about it now?
13:48Oh, come on! It's not like that! Show me!
13:52Hey, Kwaku, all you have to do is to just read it aloud, okay?
13:56And so, on the eve of the big day, an idea that nobody else could think of finally took shape.
14:03I finally sent the data to Kwaku, but the crucial part starts now.
14:09Of course, I relied on Maya for the ride to the competition venue.
14:14Today, I'm gonna become a full-fledged man!
14:17Hey, Sho!
14:19Are you really okay?
14:21There's something I'm a bit worried about.
14:24I'm totally fine!
14:26I'm a grown-up now, I can handle this job on my own!
14:30Uh, yeah, you're right. Sorry.
14:35No need to apologize.
14:37Oh, this is it. Thanks.
14:40Yeah, good luck.
14:43Um, hey, if I nail it today, there's something I wanna tell you.
14:48Huh?
14:50So, um...
14:52You want me to pick you up, right? Got it.
14:54Got it.
14:56Alright then!
14:59Hey, Kwaku, you okay?
15:02Had a bit too much to drink last night.
15:06Oh, come on. But when it comes to coming up with idea, I won't lose.
15:12Ahem. I, Yabusugi, have come up with a unique idea that nobody else...
15:19You gotta be kidding me!
15:22The idea presented by the rival company's Charao was exactly the same as mine.
15:28But he confidently presented it, and the client was impressed.
15:32On the other hand, I was completely taken aback, and my presentation turned into a panic.
15:39Hey, you copied my idea!
15:42What?
15:44Hey, you're the one who...
15:47Sho, did you really do something that awful?
15:51But yeah, you were pulling your hair out until the day before.
15:55So, you panicked and stole my idea, huh?
15:59A guy like that has no right to be in this competition.
16:02What? I don't know what's going on, but I can tell that I'm in the hot seat.
16:08But the client clearly believes him.
16:11Huh?
16:13Maya.
16:15It's Maya. I know she's trying to help me.
16:18But if I rely on Maya's help...
16:21Um, can you listen to me, please?
16:24Charao, looks like we finally finished our presentation. Here's the data.
16:30Good girl, Koakum. I'll take all the credit for this.
16:34Oh, this was our conversation in the taxi last night.
16:40Hey, don't confess, but how did you...
16:44Sir, where to?
16:47I knew it.
16:48We're having sushi tonight, pre-celebration for our sabotage.
16:53Hey, Charao, how about marrying me?
16:57Koakum's tipsy and clueless about Maya, and I guess Maya realized it was her chance to record the conversation.
17:05Uh, um, can't come up with an excuse.
17:11Don't leave me alone!
17:13Phew. Ended up being chosen by the client, but is this really a success?
17:19Not looking too happy.
17:22Oh well, hop in.
17:25Yeah.
17:27Did I mess things up?
17:29What? No.
17:31I should have said it on the way here, but Shou, you planned everything even without my help.
17:36I couldn't have handled it.
17:38I couldn't have handled it.
17:41But still, a success is a success, right?
17:45About what you wanted to say to me...
17:48I was gonna ask you out again, Maya.
17:51Huh?
17:53Make the competition a success, become a full-fledged man, and have confidence to make you happy.
17:58Shou!
18:00But I guess I'm not good enough, huh?
18:03Got ahead of myself, said that I could do it alone, and got fooled by those two.
18:08Got in a panic and couldn't even hold my ground.
18:11Well, that's...
18:13I still can't do anything without your help, Maya.
18:16But a guy like that isn't worthy of you, right?
18:20Sorry for saying something lame.
18:22Anyway, let's head to the company.
18:24Huh? Is this...
18:27You're saying that you're not worthy of me, Shou?
18:30That's just...
18:32That's my line!
18:35I wanted to be kind like you, Shou, but I couldn't be honest.
18:39Getting rejected was inevitable.
18:42But I've been wanting to see you again.
18:44To be together again.
18:46I still have to wait?
18:48Maya...
18:50Sorry for being wishy-washy till now, but I won't let go of you anymore.
18:56Promise?
18:57Promise?
18:59Yeah, I'll work harder and be cooler to be your boyfriend again.
19:03I think you got it wrong.
19:05What?
19:07Not as your girlfriend, but as your wife.
19:11Right, darling?
19:13We're adults now.
19:16Let's go say hi to my parents.
19:18When did we get to your parents' place?
19:21Can I have your daughter?
19:24After that, my days became even more hectic.
19:29It seems Kawaku got swayed by Charao during the meet-up and easily turned traitor.
19:35As for Charao, all his past misdeeds caught up with him at the company.
19:40And now, both of them have disappeared or something.
19:44On the other hand, I made that project a huge success.
19:48Thanks to that, I'm busy moving around all day.
19:51Sir, where to?
19:54Um, to my place.
19:56Well then, I'll safely escort you to...
20:01Your place, where your precious wife's waiting.
20:05Just kidding.
20:07Hey, you do this every day, but don't you get tired of it?
20:12You'll have to listen to this forever, darling.
20:16Now, my exclusive driver is my beloved wife.
20:21With Maya driving the taxi, we'll keep heading towards happiness from now on.