When a Woman Ascends the Stairs Page #2

Yuri worked for me

until last summer.

She has a gift

for handling men.

Forgive me

for neglecting you.

Care for a drink?

My stomach's been bothering me.

- Swimming in dough, eh?

- Sure. Maybe I'll lend it out.

Can you teach me

to calculate interest?

Don't imply

that's my line of work.

- It's great you're so busy.

- Thanks.

Actually, I barely scrape by.

Liar.

Didn't you buy a new car?

A used one that barely runs.

It uses so much gas

it drives me crazy.

- Still, you're succeeding.

- See, she -

Be quiet and drink.

Mama and I have a lot to talk about.

Mama, that kimono is stunning.

Those stripes really suit you.

I gasped when I saw you come in.

Your dress is lovely too.

Enough. I'm not paying

to listen to this chatter.

Well, hello there!

Hello.

I used to see him

at your place.

A brewery executive.

He's very nice.

Mr. Minobe.

Sorry I've been out of touch.

Busy as usual?

Only at night.

Business is dead.

Always the kidder.

Excuse me.

He's president

of an appliance firm.

I taught him how to use

a radio during the war.

Now his company's thriving.

Shall I introduce you?

Yes, please.

No problem.

I'm leaving for Izu tonight

to go golfing. Come along.

I can't golf.

What would be the point?

I'll play the golf, okay?

It's too sudden.

Your place just phoned.

A guest...

Thank you.

I'll be going.

I'll be here. Phone me.

Leaving already?

I'll drive you back.

Don't bother.

Walking's faster.

Please come again.

Take care.

Mama, scouting out the enemy?

I know where you're going.

Please, go ahead.

It's my first time here.

Yuri won't stop calling.

I'll drop by later.

Really?

I'll be waiting.

What were you and Mama

talking about?

Gimme a refill.

What to do?

The time to decide was looming.

I went to work at a new bar.

Only a few leaves were left

on the sycamores.

How nice to see you!

When did you arrive from Osaka?

Last night. An emergency

shareholders meeting.

I see. This way, please.

- I had a hard time finding the place.

- Forgive me.

I lost your map card.

Welcome.

He drinks Black & White with water.

Don't forget.

- Nice place.

- Thank you.

Making more than before?

It's always money with you.

That's the most important thing.

Foreigners ask for the price list

before they even drink a glass of juice.

And they pay up front.

Did Mama give Minobe

the brush-off?

Where'd you hear that?

Besides, how would we know?

You're well trained.

Is my face red?

I may look sturdy,

but I can't drink at all.

Then why come to a bar?

I can't stand sitting at home

once the lights go on.

But aren't you married?

Not even close.

Should I call Mama?

That's okay.

I'm not her only customer.

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