Mkei, Yuu’s coming home soon, of course he is, it’s summer vacation, but still
Miki.
I can’t be your girlfriend , goodbye
And that was it, I haven’t seen him since then, I haven’t had a chance to told him about Kei and me either, it’s just so weird, I don’t know how to act when I finally see him.

Marmalade Boy
I’M HOME
HOW WILL I BE AROUND HIM

Well since school’s getting out for the summer , I knew he’d be coming home soon,
What?
That’s really great.
Huh?
I’m just impressed, that’s all, you are way more mature about it than I am.
You seem to be perfectly okay with it,
Okay? I don't get it, aren’t you okay with it?
Well, it just makes me feel really awkward
Yuu still doesn’t know about us yet, it just makes the whole thing a little difficult , that’s all.
It’s not like I have to report to him or anything , he doesn’t have to know everything I do.
Miki.
But then again this is a bit different , he is sort of family,
Boy things certainly do get complicated when you start dating family members, huh?
I guess I should see it coming.
What’s wrong?
Miki.
Yeah?
Well, if it’s too hard for you, I don't mind telling him about us.
And I totally agree , it’s not like we have to report to him, but I’m pretty sure we’d all feel a lot better in the long run, don't you think?
Thank you.
But I’d rather do it myself so you don't have to worry, okay?
That was delicious ,
Are you done already ?
Yeah.
Hey, Michael, you ready for some fireworks ?
Oh, yeah, let’s do it.
How about some more?
Sure,
You know, we’ve been thinking about something
What, Rumi?
Yeah. Since Yuu’s coming home, and since it has been such a long time, maybe we should go to the airport together and welcome him home, and then treat ourselves to a nice dinner out.
Sounds good to me,
Wow. Hey, guys, look at that, pretty cool, huh?
Michael, what do you think, you want to?
What?
Why don't we meet Yuu at the airport and then go out and have a nice dinner together to celebrate
Absolutely that sounds great
Yeah. How about it, Miki, that’s a great idea, don't you think?
Well, yeah, sure, that sounds great.
Great, I’m all over it, okay, I’ll make the reservation , so where do you guys want to go?
I’d say, let’s do Italian this time.
No. no. Come on, we should pick something Yuu likes
Yes, I know, that’s why I suggested it, Yuu loves Italian food.
Wow, this one looks really cool too.
The family together ?
It’s just getting so much harder to escape
Miki.
You’re way more mature about it than I am.
Boy things certainly do get complicated when you start dating family members huh?
Miki’s afraid to see Yuu face to face.
So does that mean that she still hasn’t got over him yet?
Look, it’s time you and I had to talk.
Kei, you need to hold on to Miki , hold on tight and never let her go.
Don't be stupid, there’s no way I could ever let her go.
Oh. Yeah, what’s the matter, why she’s do down right now?
Kei. Look, I don't need to pry or anything , but just answer me this.
What does she call you, what name
And also. Have you guys kissed yet?
Forget it, I’m not gonna answer that. It’s really none of your business , is that clear?
I’m sorry, if you love someone , you kiss them, that’s just how it goes,
Well, here, think about it, if she really thought of you that way, she’d wanna do all those things , don't you think?
Stuff like that’s pretty much universal , right? Wouldn’t you say?
I guess.
Well, just so you know, I’m rooting for you okay?
So good luck.
You see, if Miki and Yuu get together again, I’ll look lame, and especially after I wind up losing her like that,
What do you think’s happening, they should be out here by now.
Hey. Over there. Is that him?
Anju.
Hey. Over here, Yuu, come on, we’re right over here.
Hey, dad.
Hi.
Oh. Look at you, my baby, You look just wonderful .
Come on, mom,
Let go, Chiyako, it’s great to see you, welcome home, Yuu
Hey. No fair. He’s mine
-hey. stop
-he’s mine.
-what are you doing?
-let go.
Miki. I
Welcome back, Anju, wow, you look great, I’m so glad you’re healthy again.
Oh. Thank you.
Yeah. An came back to visit her dad, she hasn’t had a chance to see him for a while.
So ,hey, I’m home
Hi, it’s nice to see you again.
Okay, then, well. I’d say it’s about time we all get going to that restaurant .
Yeah, we made a reservation , we thought it would be fun.
Why don't you join us, Anju?
Anju?
But , I …
Oh. Don't be shy, come on, you’ll love it,
Come on, Michael, get off the cart, will you?
Yeah, Bill was saying something about a girl named Anju, I guess that’s you?
That’s right, I’m the one, and Bill’s dating Jinny now.
No, he’s with Jinny?
That’s right, they’re together .
No.
That’s it, I’ve gotta tell him about Kei and me
What an incredible view, this is a great place.
Yeah, so I made a good call, huh?
You bet.
Yeah, and I’ll bet my brother was pretty depressed about it, wasn’t he?
At first , I guess.
Oh. Yeah?
But I have a feeling he might’ve found someone else right about now, it wouldn’t surprise me a bit.
You’re not talking about Doris?
I see, so you knew about that?
I get it, okay, so I guess he finally realized it, well, that’s good.
So that’s it, I guess Anju was always around Yuu, and I had Kei, and I suppose Yuu had Anju too.
So does that mean Yuu and Anju are dating?
Miki. Miki.
Yeah, what?
She’s awfully quiet today, don't you think?
Do you suppose there’s something wrong?
No, I’m fine.
This is great.
So where’d they go?
They haven’t gone anywhere, they’re all still back at the table.
I see.
Well. I guess now is the best time,
Uh, Yuu.
Yeah?
Well, I just wanted to tell you,
Oh, there. Michael so funny.
Oh, I’m sorry.
No. Come back, there’s something you should know,
Yuu, look, I…
I just wanted to let you know, well, I ..um… you see, I’m dating Kei-kun.
Yuu.
I just thought it’d be better if I told you this in person.
I see.
So here it is, Miki’s gonna be mine, just admit it, will you?
You and Miki are history , you’re not fooling anyone.
Yeah. Well. It’s her decision now.
Right now, she’s completely exhausted , even so, there’s nothing I can really do , there’s no way I can be at her side right now to help her get through it.
And that’s why I come in.
That’s good, he is a nice guy.
Yuu.
That’s great, so, are you happy then?
Yes.
okay, well, then I’m glad it worked out.
I never thought we’d both be smiling quiet like this, and having such a peaceful reunion after everything.
Right. Well. I’m gonna take her home, so we’d better get going.
Oh, yes. And thanks for dinner, it was great,
Well. Good. You’re very welcome,
Then I guess we’ll see you later.
Yeah, take care
Thanks Miki, you, too.
See you later.
Okay, well then, let’s go.
Okay.
Bye.
No. Come on, let me carry that.
That’s fine.
Here, Miki take that.
Michael
Yuu. Yuu.
Yeah, Michael . What’s going on?
I wanted to say that I was wrong about you,
Well, you see, I somehow got the impression you were dating Jinny, that’s why I told Miki about her, and I’m afraid there’s more, I didn’t even let her know you were on the phone when you called that time.
But Michael,
Once I talked to you though, I could tell I made a terrible mistake and I knew I misjudged you completely, I hope what I did wasn’t what caused everything here.
It’s not your fault, okay?
But.
It wasn’t you, I really mean it, Miki and I both had a lot issues that’s all.
It didn’t have anything to do with you, okay?
It was all my fault.
Thank you, that was nice.
But even if that really is the case, I’d like to say, I’m sorry,
Boy. He and Brian are so similar aren’t they? they are so straightforward and honest about things.
Don't you think so?
Yuu. I guess I knew you were pretending , you did a good job, acting a sympathetic and tough ex-boyfriend though, you must’ve been else, I just don't see how you could’ve ever said something like “he’s a nice guy.”
I didn’t have a choice in the matter,
Oh, yeah? But are you sure that’s okay?
Don't you think you will regret it?
No, I know she’s happy now, I don't know, you tell me, what am I supposed to do? How should I react to something like that?
I don't know, what could I do, what could I possibly say to her after making her suffer so much?
Yuu.
I’m sorry, Yuu, I just,
An?
No. no. please don't say anything , please really, I just want to stay like this,
What am I gonna do, I love him so much.
Hello,
Miki,
Kei-kun.
Are you free tomorrow ?
Well, I’m working, but just til 3:00.
Okay, I will come get you, where are you gonna be?
At K’s coop, why don't you just come over and get me when I’m finished.
Okay, good,
Oh. And Miki. Well, I was just thinking, isn’t it about time you dropped the “kun”?
Oh. You mean you want me to call you Kei?
Yeah.
Well. It just feels awkward .
Yeah, I suppose , but you will get used to it soon enough.
So how’s that?
I’d say that’s quite a good look.
Yeah, well, it’s nothing fancy, but I thought you might get a kick out of it anyway, it’s something I picked up at St. Andrew High school.
Hey, you know what?
He got the same gifts for the rest of the family , too, pretty good score, huh?
Oh. Yeah, is that a problem ?
Yeah, well, I didn’t go there just to get a bunch of presents for you guys, you know?
No. I’m sure there were some vocational studying
After all, you’re not there to get gifts, you’re there to learn.
Yeah. Well, at least R understands , unlike some other people I know.
I guess Yuu’s back to being a family member again. It feels good.
Yeah, I’ve gotta say this bandana brings back a lot of good memories .
Huh?
Yeah, actually, it reminds me when I went backpacking all over the world.
Here we go, a story from my brother to show off
Just kidding.
Hey. Yeah. Why don't we all go camping?
Camping?
Yeah, it will be fun it’s summer time, come on, we’ll take our friends along with us,
That’s a great idea, let’s do it.
We’re gonna have a blast.
Hi. There.
It’s nice to see you.
Hi, guys.
Oh, hi, Kei-kun. I mean, Kei.
Tukuji’s gonna take us all camping, doesn’t that sound like a lot of fun? You wanna go?
Of course.
Good, then you’re in too, right?
Sure.
Hey. Why don't we see if Arimi and Ginta would like to come.
But if they come, Tsutomu and Yayoi are going to wanna come along with us too.
Hey, they’re all couples.
Then I’ll ask Ryouko.
Great , that sounds perfect.
So, uh..
Yes?
Does that mean I can bring An as well?
I’m sure she’d like it.
Of course, why not, everybody is welcome.
Well. That’d be great.
Does that mean Yuu’s thinking about dating Anju now?
I don't know why but that hurts.
It really shouldn't get to me anymore.

Yuu and I both have our own separate lives, that’s fine, but why do I keep worrying so much about what Yuu’s up to, it shouldn’t matter, I already have Kei.
Miki. Do you love me?
Why are you asking me that all of a sudden?

Marmalade Boy
NIGHT OF THE MOON AND STARS
I’M STILL LONELY
EVEN WHEN YOU’RE CLOSE