Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Chapter 37

Obata and Yamada return to the supermarket after attending meetings at the head office, complaining about the stormy weather and the heavy rain. Inside the store, Yamada spots Mr. Sasaki and leads him to the back area to talk. When a loud thunderclap frightens Sasaki, Yamada warmly reassures him and offers him a cigarette to help him relax. As they smoke together during the downpour, Sasaki expresses admiration for Yamada and her ability to stay positive through difficult situations. Yamada is deeply touched by his kind words, but accidentally reverts to her natural voice, quickly flustering herself before regaining her composure as Sasaki leaves.