Ep. 96: Asako prepares for London while Rei resists abandoning his career for their relationship
Aired on February 13, 1998

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Asako is in the process of preparing to depart for London. Meanwhile, Rei is not prepared to sacrifice his professional ambitions for her. The narrative questions whether these conflicting priorities will lead to the conclusion of their romantic partnership. The situation highlights the tension between personal career goals and the demands of a serious relationship, leaving the future of their connection uncertain as one partner moves forward with relocation plans while the other remains hesitant to compromise his professional trajectory.
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