Ep. 17: Arisa’s Transformation Through Kindness and New Friendships
Arisa, rescued from her gang by Tohru and Kyoko, begins to embrace a loving environment she never knew. Despite others misinterpreting her actions as bullying, Arisa quits the gang after Kyoko saves her and shares a philosophy about understanding pain through hardship. Arisa declares her desire to be Tohru’s best friend, leading to a close bond that lasts until Kyoko’s death. In the present, Arisa deflects threats from female delinquents by teaching them alternative ways to show off. Her growth is fueled by Kyoko’s words and Tohru’s influence. The episode concludes with Arisa happily cooking and scolding her father for drinking, a stark contrast to their past. A post-credits scene shows two delinquents imitating Arisa, while a third feels uncomfortable.
Episodes
- Ep. 13 · Ayame Sohma Visits Tohru to Discuss His Distant Relationship with Yuki
- Ep. 14 · Momiji shares his tragic family history while Tohru visits Kyoko's grave with friends.
- Ep. 15 · Shigure invites friends to a lakeside retreat to help Hatori move on from Kana.
- Ep. 16 · Arisa Buys Tohru a Swimsuit and Recalls Her Gang Past
- Ep. 17 · Arisa’s Transformation Through Kindness and New Friendships
- Ep. 18 · Kisa Sohma Finds Healing and Voice Through Tohru's Compassion
- Ep. 19 · Ritsu struggles with confidence while Tohru helps him find a reason to live.
- Ep. 20 · Hiro confronts Tohru over Kisa, revealing his protective guilt and past conflict with Akito.
- Ep. 21 · The trio attempts to expose Saki's weakness to help Yuki, but their plan backfires.