The scene opens with a conversation between Hirokazu and Hiroko, who have just returned from a trip to the beach. Hiroko asks to be let in on the secret of his new crush's affections. He tells her that he has just met a new friend, a boy from his work, who has asked him to meet him at the beach the next day. The two exchange pleasantries, but Hiroko's mood quickly changes when he sees smoke rising from the grill. He realizes that the grill is on fire, and he is forced to admit that he did not open the windows to prevent the flames from spreading.