Ep. 9: Asuka Recovers by Humming a Childhood Tune After Falling Ill
Aired on March 8, 2016
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Following recent events, Asuka becomes ill and retreats to a familiar comfort. She begins humming a specific melody that provided her with strength during her childhood. This act of recalling the tune serves as a coping mechanism as she deals with the aftermath of the preceding incidents. The narrative focuses on her physical decline and her subsequent reliance on this personal memory to find solace and regain her composure during this vulnerable period.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Asuka prepares for her first competitive match in the West Kyushu qualifiers
- Ep. 6 · Asuka and Misaki advance to the second round of qualifiers on day two
- Ep. 7 · Asuka faces favorite Shindou in tense semifinals match
- Ep. 8 · Misaki quits FC team, prompting Masaya to recognize his former self in her actions
- Ep. 9 · Asuka Recovers by Humming a Childhood Tune After Falling Ill
- Ep. 10 · Masaya seeks ways to assist Kunahama High FC during earnest fall tournament preparations
- Ep. 11 · The fall tournament begins with questions about Inui securing a second consecutive victory.
- Ep. 12 · Asuka faces Saki in the finals for a historic match