Ep. 38: Retsuko Consumes Alcohol on Christmas Eve Due to Being Single
Aired on December 24, 2016

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On Christmas Eve, the character Retsuko becomes intoxicated. This behavior stems from her lack of a romantic partner. The narrative focuses on her emotional state regarding her single status during the holiday season. No other events or character interactions are described in the source material. The summary strictly reflects the provided information regarding her actions and the reason behind them.
Episodes
- Ep. 34 · Ruth boasts to Retsuko and Zelda about her romantic partner
- Ep. 35 · Giselle and Zelda engage in mutual gossip about one another
- Ep. 36 · Hog overhears Retsuko gossiping about him and catches her in the act
- Ep. 37 · Retsiko Laments Her Lack of a Boyfriend During the Holidays
- Ep. 38 · Retsuko Consumes Alcohol on Christmas Eve Due to Being Single
- Ep. 39 · Retsuko visits the Shogatsu festival to have her fortune told for the New Year.
- Ep. 40 · Retsuko encounters a pestering employee while shopping at the mall
- Ep. 41 · Retsuko Feels Shame Over Purchasing a Sentimental Romance Film
- Ep. 42 · Retsuko encounters Lester at work as Valentine's Day approaches