Ep. 14: Yuzu notices a bruise on Shouta while Natsu confesses feelings for Kippei
Aired on July 10, 2004

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Yuzu encounters Shouta from a different preschool class and observes a significant bruise on his stomach after they play near a water fountain. Meanwhile, Natsu attempts to persuade Kippei to accompany her to the mall to utilize a couple's discount. Kippei declines the invitation, revealing that he has feelings for someone else. Following this interaction, Natsu shares her thoughts with a friend, admitting that she believes she is in love with Kippei. The episode highlights these separate personal moments involving the children and their developing relationships within their social circle.
Episodes
- Ep. 10 · Yuzu attempts independence after Kokoro expresses dislike for Kippei
- Ep. 11 · Kippei and Kokoro search for lost Yuzu, who explains her reasons for walking home alone.
- Ep. 12 · Yuzu prepares a packed lunch and delivers it to Kippei on her day off
- Ep. 13 · Miyako visits the playground while Kippei handles teacher inquiries about a suspicious person.
- Ep. 14 · Yuzu notices a bruise on Shouta while Natsu confesses feelings for Kippei
- Ep. 15 · Reiko and Kippei attend Yuzu's preschool Parents' Day event together
- Ep. 16 · Kippei confronts Shouta's mother after Shouta falls down stairs and is hospitalized
- Ep. 17 · Kippei and Yuzu visit a pool to help Yuzu overcome her fear of water in her nose.
- Ep. 18 · Miki reveals family conflict over Yuzu and flees after being slapped by her father.