Miriam and Douglas are somewhat of a couple, although Douglas' unromantic, uncomfortable behavior and his resolve not to give himself completely over to her leave Miriam seeing no possibility of romance between them. However, their situation may change with the introduction of an assassin whose mission is to eliminate Douglas in retribution for his role in damaging the criminal Cartel featured in "Jikan wo Tomete." Perhaps this may lead to a more romantic outcome, albeit in an unexpected way.