Ep. 40: The group enjoys Kiichi's noodles at the Kira Kira Shop on New Year's Day before Rald calls.

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On New Year's Day, the group gathers at the Kira Kira Shop to enjoy noodles prepared by Kiichi before the new year arrives. They are having a pleasant meal together when they are interrupted by a call from Rald. The scene captures the group enjoying the food and the festive occasion before the interruption occurs. The source material notes that this event takes place on the first day of the year, highlighting the communal meal and the sudden arrival of Rald's communication which breaks up their dining experience.