Ep. 21: Risa and Otani face separation fears as Nobuko and Nakao navigate future plans
Aired on September 8, 2007
Risa learns Otani intends to attend college, raising concerns about their friendship drifting apart. Meanwhile, Nobuko plans to study at a junior college in Hokkaido, creating distance from Nakao. When she notices Nakao’s reluctance to be separated, she doubts her own choices. Nakao pretends to discourage her, urging her to pursue her Hokkaido plans for his sake. Nobuko accepts this kindness and resolves to stick to her original decision. At the airport, the couple reaffirms their bond, reassuring Risa and Otani that their friends will remain close despite the geographical separation.
Episodes
- Ep. 17 · Lisa and Outani remain friends while she hides her feelings before a tough basketball match.
- Ep. 18 · Lisa realizes her birthday feels incomplete without Outani present at the celebration.
- Ep. 19 · Outani and Lisa's Date Turns Chaotic After Meeting His Ex-Girlfriend
- Ep. 20 · Lisa enters Outani's room and confronts Mimi, who reveals her true feelings and jealousy.
- Ep. 21 · Risa and Otani face separation fears as Nobuko and Nakao navigate future plans
- Ep. 22 · Otani Announces a Severe Relationship Breakdown
- Ep. 23 · Otani and Lisa reconcile on a white Christmas while Suzuki and Chiharu face separation after his exam failure.
- Ep. 24 · Lisa and Otani rush through a blizzard to reach exams, leading Lisa to pursue styling.