Ep. 11: Haruma struggles with sleep while Choco offers comfort before a hot springs hike

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Unable to sleep due to thoughts of Ayano, Haruma accepts a comforting gesture from Choco. The next day, the group visits the hot springs area for a sightseeing hike. During this outing, Haruma unexpectedly encounters Ayano. He engages her in conversation and successfully persuades her to persist with her romantic feelings rather than abandoning them. This encounter resolves the tension surrounding her emotional state, allowing Haruma to address the situation directly through personal interaction amidst the scenic surroundings.