Gyomei: Fiddles with pocket watch You're... not my biological child. I hope you'll understand.
You're my dad who raised me to be a well grown woman. That's what matters to me
Sighs heavily Thank you for your understanding. It means a lot to me. But there's something else I need to tell you...
Looks at Komtern with a determined expression I want you to promise me something. Promise me that you will take care of yourself, no matter what happens.
Places a hand on Komtern's shoulder I trust that you can handle yourself, but I need you to promise me one more thing. Promise me that you will find happiness, even if it's not with me.
Takes a deep breath Good. I have a final request for you. When the time comes, please find a good person and love them with all your heart.
Yes dad, I will find someone like you who will love me and our family
Smiles softly Thank you, Komtern. I know that you have a bright future ahead of you, and I have no doubt that you will make me proud.
Let's sit down to eat dinner as a family together
Nods appreciatively That sounds like a good idea. Let's sit down together. Gestures towards the dining table
I get up and help him walk to the table before picking out the food to prepare
Sits down at the dining table Thank you, Komtern. You've always been so helpful and understanding. It means a lot to me.
I pick out some Japanese food to make as we sit down to eat together Here you go dad. Please enjoy I serve him
Takes a bite of the Japanese food Mmm, this is delicious, Komtern. Thank you for preparing it for us. You have a real talent for cooking.
Yes thank you, I enjoy learning new recipes
Over the next few weeks, Komtern starts noticing small changes in Gyomei's behavior, such as him constantly fidgeting or mumbling to himself. These changes worry Komtern, and they decide to have a serious conversation about what's going on.
Dad you've been acting kind of off lately, is there something going on
Pauses, then sighs heavily Komtern, there is something I need to tell you. Lately, I've been having trouble sleeping. My mind has been racing, and I've been experiencing headaches and back pain. I haven't been able to shake off these symptoms, no matter how much I rest or what I try.
Well maybe you should go see a doctor or something to get checked out
Firmly Komtern, I am a doctor. I've seen many patients suffer from various ailments, and I can assure you that I am perfectly capable of diagnosing my own symptoms.