FLASHBACK

"Aki, don't forget to smile." Yusei holding her hand with his. "There's no one in the world with a smile better than yours." Aki softens her gaze at Yusei and puts her hand on his.

"You're the one who put that smile on my face, Yusei."

It was at that moment they were in love, as Yusei and Aki gazed into each other's eyes and were leaning towards one another as they kissed. They soon let go of each other's hands and knew what was ahead of them in the future.

"Well, I'm off." Aki states.

"Okay, get on out of here." Yusei replies.

The next day, Aki was on her way to study abroad in becoming a doctor, but knew it wasn't the last time she would see Yusei.

END FLASHBACK

Eight and a half years have passed since then.

Today was the day Aki realized she was graduating from Medical School and becoming an actual doctor. However, Aki's parents were unable to make the trip for graduation, but were able to see her online and in real time. They could not have been any happier when Aki walked up to receive her certification. All of those years of determination were finally paying off. One month after graduating, Aki has remained in Germany, working at the same hospital she had been the last several years. Then, she receives a phone call one morning.

"This is Dr. Izayoi speaking."

"Good morning, Dr. Izayoi, my name is Dr. Yamamoto, General Manager of Neo Domino Hospital. How are you today?" This was a phone call from Aki's hometown.

"I'm doing great, thank you." Aki smiling.

"Great." Dr. Yamamoto states. "I am calling you for we, at the hospital, are looking for a new doctor to be a part of our staff, since one of our doctors recently retired. I would like to see if you have a few minutes of your time right now to do a phone interview with me."

Aki was excited that someone was interested in having her services, especially if it's from her hometown.

"Absolutely." Aki replies. She locks her office and talks with Dr. Yamamoto about the position. The interview takes approximately 10 minutes.

"Thank you for your time, Dr. Izayoi." Dr. Yamamoto appreciating the time to know Aki and her accomplishments. "We'll be in touch."

3 DAYS LATER

After her routine of checking the patients and staff, Aki arrives at her office and notices she has a phone message.

"Good afternoon, Dr. Izayoi. This is Dr. Yamamoto speaking from Neo Domino Hospital. When you get a chance, please give me a call. Thank you very much. Goodbye."

Aki immediately calls Neo Domino Hospital and asks the receptionist to transfer her call to Dr. Yamamoto. The phone is then picked up.

"Good afternoon, this is Dr. Yamamoto."

"Hi, this is Dr. Izayoi returning your phone call."

"Dr. Izayoi, thank you for calling me back." Dr. Yamamoto replies. "Listen, I would like to discuss to you briefly about the interview the other day."

Aki felt a little nervous about this. She was thinking of two things: Dr. Yamamoto would be conducting a second interview with her or simply thanking her for the time and were moving on with a more qualified candidate. It was neither.

"Based on the qualifications and all other factors, we the staff would like to offer you the position at Neo Domino Hospital. You can begin your services here in three weeks. What do you think?"

At this moment, Aki was beyond happy. It was overwhelming.

"Dr. Yamamoto, I am more than happy to take the position and use my services at Neo Domino Hospital."

"Great." Dr. Yamamoto replies. "I look forward to meeting you as soon as you arrive in Neo Domino City. Have a wonderful day. Goodbye."

The next day, Aki holds a staff meeting and notifies them about her new position as she will be departing soon. The staff couldn't be any more excited that she is returning home.

"You must be happy that you are given this opportunity." One employee mentions.

"I am." Aki replies. "Also, I'll be able to get re-acquainted with all of my friends. And…" Aki blushes slightly.

"And?"

"And someone is waiting for me when I get home…" Aki answers.

Later that evening, Aki makes a call to her parents, Hideo and Setsuko. The person answering the call was her father.

"Hi, Aki!" Hideo answers happily. Setsuko soon walks in and is happy to hear her daughter. "How are you out there?"

"I'm well. Also, I have great news to tell you." Aki states.

"What is it?" Setsuko asks.

"I have been offered and accepted a new position at another hospital."

"That's great, Aki." Hideo replies. "Where is this hospital you're going to be working at?"

Aki pauses for moment, then looks at her parents on the screen. "Neo Domino Hospital."

Hideo and Setsuko couldn't hold back their happiness.

"That's great news! So, our girl is coming home…"

"That's correct." Aki states. "I'll be home in two weeks. Well, I'd better get ready and start packing. I will talk to you soon. Goodbye for now." Soon thereafter, Hideo makes a phone call to a special individual.

"This is Yusei."

"Hi, Yusei. This is Hideo calling."

"Hello, Hideo." Yusei replies. "How are things?"

"Everything is great here." Hideo answers. "I am calling because I have some great news to tell you."