Ep. 18: Tabuki's Past Revealed as He Holds Himari Hostage in a Construction Bucket

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Tabuki recalls injuring his hands after his mother favored his pianist brother. He traps Ringo and holds Himari hostage in a bucket, demanding Kanba’s father. Kanba arrives alone, claiming ignorance, while Ringo contacts Shouma instead of police. Tabuki reveals financial ties to Himari’s treatment and recalls Momoka’s sacrifice. He begins cutting wires, forcing Kanba to sacrifice his hand to save Himari. Kanba complies, vowing to protect his sister. Himari attempts to jump to spare him, but Tabuki intervenes, seeing Momoka’s determination in Kanba. Shouma arrives for a tearful reunion. Tabuki departs, encountering Yuri, who reprimands him. Yuri’s prior conflict with Masako ended in a draw, with each holding half of the diary.