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I apologize for the inconvenience.
Fujiwara no Teika here.
We've got some construction work going on here.
Hello! Utsunomiya no Yoritsuna here!
Yoritsuna-kun hired me to compile the Hyakunin Isshu.
Fujiwara
About a third of the poems were written by members of the Fujiwara clan.
I'm also a member of the Fujiwara clan,
and Yoritsuna-kun is also a relative.
Yes! There were a lot of Fujiwaras in the palace back then.
Indeed.
If someone asked for a Fujiwara-kun,
everyone would respond.
That's a little scary.
So today, we have a love story between
two members of the Fujiwara clan.
They were cousins who were very close.
T-Teika-kun?!
This could get ugly.
Fujiwara no Yoshitaka was born the son
of the Regent Chancellor of the Realm.
Yoshitaka-sama!
Good morning.
It's very warm this morning.
Yes, I hope you have a wonderful day.
He was a dedicated man and very handsome,
which made him popular with the ladies in the palace
and a promising young man in the eyes of all.
He had a fiancée.
Yoshitaka & the Daughter of Minamoto no Yasumitsu
Fujiwara no Yoshitaka
Excuse me.
I have a letter.
There is a letter from Yoshitaka-sama.
Oh, please set it over there.
Magnificent!
Very impressive.
Michitaka-sama...
He looks like he couldn't hurt a fly,
yet he's skilled with a bow.
What can't you do, Yoshitaka?
Did you need something, Michitaka?
Yeah, it's my old man.
Kaneie-dono?
The ghost of a warrior?
Yes, in the ruined temple outside Sakyo.
It comes out at night.
Are you scared? Are you scared?
Why does he remain in the mortal world?
It's a sad story.
The warrior was a guard in the palace.
He was unhappy and left for Bando.
However, he had one regret.
He left his woman behind in the capital.
He intended to return for her, but...
The woman, believing she had been abandoned,
took her own life.
The warrior was filled with remorse.
The end.
The warrior is still unable to pass on.
A tragic tale.
I will visit the temple tonight and pray for his soul.
I'll be leaving now.
Commendable, Yoshitaka.
I'm very impressed.
Michitaka, go with him.
Wh-Why?!
You should follow Yoshitaka's example and practice Buddhism.
Think of it as a test of courage.
The other day, I saw this total babe in the servants' quarters.
I felt obligated to make a move.
Wh-What about you?
Are you getting along with Yasumitsu-dono's daughter?
Yes, we exchange letters.
Oh.
S-So, is she pretty?
I've only seen her from behind,
but her hair is lovely.
She has a pet cat.
Wait, wait, wait!
You're saying you haven't had a chance to sit down with her?
Yes.
Why not?
You've been talking with her for a while.
I'm waiting until the autumn appointment ceremony.
I believe there will be more
prestige for her family if my rank is higher.
There you go again.
You're too serious, too aloof.
If all you do is exchange letters forever,
she'll get worried.
"Is he unhappy with our betrothal?"
It's fine. I've told her how I feel in my letters.
You can't let your letters do the talking.
Sometimes, you have to take action!
It doesn't matter if you're a little rough.
Women love it when men show their strength.
That's what men want to think.
She is a virtuous woman.
She wouldn't want me to be rough with her.
You're wrong!
You're making her suffer by beautifying her like that!
Go see her!
Calm down, Michitaka.
Why are you so impatient?
Huh?
Well...
I need to talk about something else.
I'm scared. I really can't handle tests of courage.
I-I see...
Are you really going?
I didn't entirely believe your father's story,
but if there's someone who's suffering, I can't abandon him.
What if the ghost kills us?!
I'm fine with that.
It's only right to try to help.
You see, Michitaka...
I've decided to live every day to the fullest,
so I'll have no regrets.
That way, I'm always ready to die.
Really...
Unfortunately, I have a lot of regrets left.
This place has been trashed.
We should clean it up.
Yeah, when it's light outside.
See? There's nobody here.
Let's go home.
Wait, I want to...
There it is!
L-Let's run away, Yoshitaka!
Michitaka.
Kanjizai Bosatsu Gyo Jin Hannya Haramita Ji
Moron!
Sho Ken Go Un Kai Ku Do Issai Ku Yaku Sharishi
We're dead! We're dead! We're dead!
He'll kill us!
He's got a sword!
Shiki Fu I Ku Ku Fu I Shiki Shiki Soku Ze Ku Ku Soku Ze Shiki
Who is there?
I apologize for disturbing your sleep.
I am Fujiwara no Yoshitaka.
I was not aware that you would be paying a visit tonight.
I am very sorry.
Something unexpected came up.
What do you mean?
You see, a few hours ago,
I almost died.
Boring.
Huh?
No fun at all.
You didn't turn pale or anything.
F-Father!
Uncle, what is the meaning of this?
I wanted to give my aloof nephew a little scare.
Call it a test of courage.
It was all a farce.
But I thought I was going to die.
That was an unfortunate incident.
You're absolutely right.
So, why did you come here?
When I was convinced that I would die,
I thought of you.
I realized that I didn't want to die until
I was able to see you properly.
I do not want to have any regrets when I die,
so I came to see you.
Now that you've met with me,
you no longer have any regrets?
No.
Now that I'm here,
I wish to have a closer look at you.
I wish to live a long life
by your side.
I never realized that I was such a greedy person.
I've been waiting for you, Yoshitaka-sama.
Did I keep you waiting?
Yes, you would only send me letters.
There were no signs that you would ever visit.
I was very worried.
That's a shock.
I guess that Michitaka understands women better than I do.
What do you mean?
The night is young.
We have plenty of time to talk.
Yoshitaka-sama...
For you, I would have given up my life.
Now together, I guard it dear.
I was prepared to die, until I met you.
Now that we are together,
I wish to always be by your side.
Three years later, Yoshitaka died at the young age of 21.
Did he enjoy the brief time he had with his beloved?
I like the expression on his face.
He looks just like me with his mouth pulled tight, doesn't he?
This is Yoshitaka-sama's son.
You should find yourself a wife, Michitaka-sama.
I'll make sure to find a real beauty.
Isn't that right, boy?
Ko no Naishi & Michitaka
The Mother of Gido Sanshi
Women are boring creatures.
Noble men make a practice of taking multiple wives.
The ideal woman must be complacent and servile.
Does such a woman exist?
Come on, Ko no Naishi...
I would make a poor match for you.
No, that's not important!
As long as there's love!
Marry me!
This man is the son of a noble.
At best, he would only toy with me and then cast me aside.
No? Why are you so stubborn?
Michitaka-sama, you should be more serious about marriage.
If you fail to pick a suitable wife,
you will find your life very difficult.
Yeah...
but I think it's more meaningful to marry for love, not bloodlines.
You must not say such things.
Besides, how would you benefit by taking me as your wife?
Do you want to hear my life plans?
I've got everything mapped out!
We get married and have lots of kids.
They'll be cute because they were born out of love.
I will work hard for you and our children.
I'll do my best to ensure that our children and
grandchildren live in prosperity!
You will give my life love, hope, and joy!
When I first saw you,
I was immediately able to see such a future.
You're the only woman I want as my first wife!
So please...
Marry me.
Who's there?!
Um...
Sorry to interrupt your conversation,
but you should get back to work, Michitaka.
Yoshitaka-sama...
What's wrong with you?!
Don't interfere with my love!
Well, the general is angry.
What?!
He's wondering why you haven't returned yet.
I'm sorry, Ko no Naishi!
It's sad, but we'll have to continue this another time!
Y-Yes...
I hope to have your response next time!
Oh, sorry.
I'll have that fixed.
I should apologize for interfering with your work.
No, he tends to lose sight
of everything else when he's focused,
but that means he's sincere about devoting himself
to you once you're married.
I hope that you accept.
You jest...
He would never devote himself to me.
Why would you say that?
He visits many women.
I'm merely one of the flock.
He isn't as fickle as rumor may have it.
That may be true now, but people change.
I see...
You've seen the ugly side of men
while working in the palace.
Well, if you wish to be a first wife,
you should give up on Michitaka.
No, I would never do such an appalling thing...
I've heard that a marriage is being arranged.
What?
My uncle is hoping to improve his son's standing.
A decision will be made soon.
That's wonderful.
A man's wife can determine his advancement in life.
You're very understanding.
I dare say that you are the ideal woman.
No, that's not true.
No woman feels untroubled by an unfaithful husband.
They hide their pain and swallow their worries.
I've rejected every suitor because I didn't want
to experience that suffering.
Why have I fallen for that man?
Ko no Naishi?
Oh, good. You're still awake.
Man, the palace is so dark at night.
Please leave.
What? I've never seen you so hostile.
We wouldn't want your betrothed to get the wrong idea.
Huh?
You will soon be engaged, yes?
Gah! Wh-Who told you that?!
I-I've heard the rumors.
I understand that you wish to
fool around before your marriage,
but you should consider how it feels
to be on the receiving end.
How many women have
heard that speech you gave me today?
Don't assume you can run roughshod
over me because of my lowborn status!
I still have my pride!
Forgive me.
I didn't mean to say that.
You must think that I have an ugly soul.
Do not come back to see me.
I turned down the marriage offer a while back.
I don't know where you heard that,
but I never thought you would bring up such ancient history.
Wh-Why?
Now, I'm somewhat of a womanizer,
so I can understand why you're suspicious,
but I would never say anything that I didn't mean.
I truly want to make you my first wife.
However, if my parents choose a wife for me,
I would naturally have to make her my first wife.
But that would negate your position,
so I refused.
I will not resign the woman I love to the shadows.
So will you accept?
If you turn me down...
I beg you, Ko no Naishi!
Takako.
My name is Takako.
Please call me by my name, Michitaka-sama.
Takako!
So you agree? You'll marry me?
As long as you promise me one thing.
Sure, anything you want!
I'll always be number one in your heart!
Sure!
Never forget...
You'll be mine alone for the rest of your life.
That's perfect!
I like the passion behind that cool demeanor!
I love you, Takako!
I'll make you happy for the rest of your life!
Ko no Naishi.
I heard that everything worked out between you and Michitaka.
Congratulations.
Yes, thanks to you...
Oh? Did I do something?
You must have known that
he turned down the arranged marriage.
You're very sharp.
I felt a push was necessary to spur you into action.
Regardless, that was a cruel lie.
Well, I wasn't happy to know that you didn't trust my friend.
Forgive me.
He's a very devoted man.
The rumors you've heard
refer to when he was searching for "the one."
He finally found you.
I'm sure he'll make you happy.
Yes, I know.
That's good.
I hope you live long and happy lives.
Hey, why are you going back to your parents' home?
I've made preparations to move you to my home.
I can't do that.
Until our parents have agreed,
you must visit me as a suitor.
I'm intimidated by that scholar dad of yours.
Right, I'll do my best.
Then I'll bring you home once you're with child.
My, that is an unusually wise decision.
Indeed.
Nobody can complain then.
You'll be my number one.
I may be happy now, but I'm still worried.
Men grow in the outside world.
There is no guarantee that your feelings won't change.
That is why I cannot help but feel...
My fear is that you
will forget your promise to never forget me,
so I would prefer to die now while I am still happy.
You promise to love me for the rest of your life,
but the human heart is fickle.
That is why I would rather die today.
I would rather die in bliss...
Michitaka Afterwards
After that, Takako gave birth to Michitaka's child,
and Michitaka was able to make Takako his first wife.
His daughter married into money.
He was named the Regent Advisor.
Matsugimi, I'll teach you poetry.
A grandson to spoil.
I have class...
Yes, yes.
He spoiled him.
It's been a long time, Michitaka.
Oh, Yoshitaka.
Did you live a long life?
Yep, but I still have so many regrets.
Wait...
Am I a ghost?
Scary!
I'm scary!
You haven't changed.
Poetic Tale 7:
END
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