Ep. 3: Sawako helps classmates study while facing rumors and meeting a new student.
Aired on October 21, 2009
Sawako offers assistance with after-class teacher duties, prompting Endo and Hirano to visit her. The following day, Kazehaya passes a note asking for an after-school meeting, which Sawako accepts. They reunite with Maru-chan, the puppy Kazehaya adopted previously. Sawako explains her unique study method of visualizing teaching confused students. Kazehaya requests her help, attracting the entire class who receive a rare smile from her. Later, Yano and Yoshida overhear girls discussing Sawako and confront them, learning that she allegedly started the rumors. This episode also introduces a new character named Kurumizawa Ume.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Sadako encounters Kazehaya and volunteers for the courage test
- Ep. 2 · Sawako receives kindness from classmates and Kazehaya reveals his puppy connection.
- Ep. 3 · Sawako helps classmates study while facing rumors and meeting a new student.
- Ep. 4 · Rumors spread about Yano and Yoshida, leading to a misunderstanding involving Sawako and Shino.
- Ep. 5 · Sawako confronts rumors and clarifies her friendship with Kazehaya, Yano, and Yoshida.
- Ep. 6 · Sawako defends friends against rumors while Kazehaya publicly condemns the bullying.
- Ep. 7 · Sawako joins Yano and Yoshida for ramen at Sanada Ryuu's home, leading to a night of teasing and revelations.