Though it was a chance encounter and their first meeting, Tetsu Torukawa honestly had a blast at lunch.
Ame and Keiko were Sayoko's childhood friends—or, more precisely, they'd looked after her like big sisters until she left Harugabe at eighteen to study in Tokyo.
The three shared a tight bond, but while Sayoko was the gentle younger sister, Ame and Keiko were absolute firecrackers.
They didn't hold back, casually announcing that their trip to Mount Fuji was just a pitstop—their real goal was to hit up Tokyo's Kabukicho, the "top host club street in Japan."
Tetsu nearly choked on his rice when he heard that, but… he got it.
These three sisters had all faced rough fates.
Sayoko had once nearly been sold off to a company president's dimwit son. Keiko got married and had a kid, only to find out her husband was gay—after fulfilling his "duty" to produce an heir, he never touched her again.
As for Ame, her story was the stuff of legends. At thirty-seven, she'd married a guy years younger with zero career prospects. When the economy tanked and her looks started to fade with age, the guy secretly became an adult film actor. He hid it well—she only found out when she was looking for something to spice things up. He had the gall to claim, "I'm learning new skills for you!" Naturally, it ended in a messy divorce.
The trio's wild experiences earned Tetsu's sympathy, but Ame and Keiko—two women who'd lived chaotic lives yet refused to be broken—clearly didn't need it. They just kept pestering him about which Kabukicho host club was the best.
Tetsu could only shrug helplessly.
"I'm a respectable guy, okay?"
If they'd asked about the best soaplands, he could've asked his buddy Kawaguchi for tips. But top host clubs? He was clueless.
Still, chatting with these bold women over lunch was a good time.
The meal stretched from noon past one. As the restaurant filled with more tourists, Tetsu finished his last sip of beer, checked his watch, and called for the bill. Turning to Sayoko with a smile, he said, "Take the afternoon off from the set. Spend some time catching up with your sisters."
"Oh, that's not right," Sayoko said, her eyes sparkling with excitement but tinged with guilt. Tetsu called the shots on the set, but everyone else was hard at work.
"It's fine. The crew's not swamped this afternoon—you'd just be handing out clothes or water. Just make sure you're there for the cable car scene tonight. Alright, you two, enjoy the rest of your meal. There's a fruit platter coming. I've got to run."
Tetsu slipped on his black trench coat, gave Sayoko a warm smile, nodded to her sisters, grabbed his black satchel, and left.
"Tch, no wonder he's a section chief at such a young age—so efficient," Ame teased, winking at Sayoko. "A guy this good, you sure you don't want to lock him down? Hand and mouth stuff won't cut it, you know."
Not just Ame—Keiko, nibbling on some fish and propping her chin on her hand, sighed wistfully. "He's not just good at his job. That body? You can see his pecs through his sweater. Ugh, I wonder if I'll find a host in Tokyo on his level. I, Keiko, want to try a wild 'train bento' too. Trust me, if you haven't tried every position, your life's incomplete."
"Train bento," she said, loud enough for nearby guys to sneak glances their way.
Feeling the stares and her sisters' teasing, Sayoko sat up straight, her cheeks pink. She poked at her watermelon with her fork, her eyes flashing with a mix of crisis and… timidity.
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"Phew, it's freezing out here."
Stepping out of the restaurant, the chilly wind hit Tetsu's neck despite the warm sunlight. He exhaled a puff of white breath, glanced back at Sayoko through the window, frowned slightly, and strode toward the film set.
He didn't know the root of Sayoko's hesitation, but after spending so much time together, he could sense something was off. Still, he didn't pry.
No need.
Some things, no matter how much others say, you have to figure out for yourself.
Brushing those thoughts aside, Tetsu got back to work as the crew—led by cinematographer and part-time director Honda Kojiro, along with Kawaguchi and others—hauled equipment to the ski slopes.
The production of Surrounded by Beauties was nearing its end. After months of high-pressure teamwork, the crew was tight-knit and efficient. And, to be fair, Asuka Tsukitake was a genius. She didn't just teach music, race cars, and model—she was also a damn good skier.
That's why Tetsu chose Mount Fuji for the confession scene. Skiing and hot springs were crowd-pleasers, but most actors couldn't ski, making filming tricky. Not this time.
Asuka could ski, and so could Tetsu. So, to the amusement of onlookers, Tetsu glided down the slopes, one hand held by Asuka, the other steadying Honda Kojiro, who was strapped to his back with a camera.
The ridiculous scene had kids giggling, while crew members like Shiraishi Mari and three idol girls watched with starry eyes, whispering, "The chief's got some serious core strength. Wonder who'll get lucky with him."
Tetsu didn't catch their comments. All he knew was that skiing with a grown man on his back was exhausting. But, maybe because the setup was so comical—or maybe because of Tetsu's deadpan expression—Asuka was completely at ease, her smile sweet and genuine.
One take!
The afternoon's ski scenes were all nailed in one go. As the final ski shot wrapped up, evening approached, and Tetsu led the crew to the cable car area.
"Chief, you don't need to adjust these cameras during the shoot—they're mechanized," Honda Kojiro explained, tinkering with the equipment.
"I know," Tetsu replied calmly, sipping water as Honda fiddled with the camera on his cap.
The next scene was the cable car confession, featuring just Tetsu and Asuka. Not exactly a sanctioned romantic getaway—though sharing a snowy Fuji evening with a beauty like Asuka was undeniably romantic. The real reason was logistics.
The scene needed both interior cable car shots and exterior drone footage. Having Honda tag along would ruin it—imagine players watching the heroine's heartfelt confession while a creepy guy hovers nearby. They'd riot.
Soon, the cameras were set, and the crew signaled everything was ready. Tetsu glanced around, surprised to see Sayoko still hadn't shown up. Raising an eyebrow, he climbed into the cable car with Asuka.
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