Ep. 13: Kokubu pursues Takagi for genuine apology while Hinata reconciles with classmates and Chiho sends a letter.
Aired on January 13, 2018

Kokubu intervenes in the bullying situation, ensuring it moves toward resolution. Although Takagi offers a perfunctory apology before the class, Kokubu insists on further action and continues holding one-on-one discussions with her to address the issue properly. In contrast, Hinata and her fellow classmates have restored their friendship. Additionally, a letter arrives from Chiho, a former student who transferred away from the school because she was subjected to bullying. The narrative highlights the ongoing efforts to resolve interpersonal conflicts and the lasting impact of the bullying incident on those involved.
Episodes
- Ep. 9 · Hinata insists on her Kyoto trip despite illness while Rei travels to Osaka for a shogi match.
- Ep. 10 · Junkei Yamazaki faces ranking demotion and missing Silver while preparing for the Newcomer tournament semi-final.
- Ep. 11 · Rei faces Meijin Souya after becoming Newcomer King while Shimada challenges Gakuto Sakurai
- Ep. 12 · Chapter 68 Black Mist and Chapter 69 Light explore bullying consequences and family meetings
- Ep. 13 · Kokubu pursues Takagi for genuine apology while Hinata reconciles with classmates and Chiho sends a letter.
- Ep. 14 · Yanagihara Defeats Shimada in Kishou Championship as Jinguuji Promotes Souya Match
- Ep. 15 · Rei faces professional Meijin Souya in a high-stakes commemorative match.
- Ep. 16 · Rei and Souya delayed in Sendai by typhoon, revealing Souya's secret before Tokyo return
- Ep. 17 · Rei and Nikaidou commentate the Kishou Championship final between Yanagihara and Shimada.