Ep. 9: Kaoru faces rejection while Tatsuhiro struggles with feelings before NatsuComi and a fireworks date.
Aired on September 4, 2006
Kaoru is devastated after Nanako Midorikawa declines his invitation to a fireworks festival, citing a conflicting audition. Although he accepts her explanation, he remains skeptical of her true motives. Simultaneously, Tatsuhiro experiences intense emotional turmoil due to his developing affection for Misaki, which severely hinders his ability to focus on writing a scenario. Seeking a way forward, he and Kaoru resolve to present their game at the Summer Comiket, also referred to as NatsuComi. The narrative concludes with Tatsuhiro accompanying Misaki to the fireworks festival, marking a significant shift in their relationship dynamics amidst the ongoing creative and personal challenges they face.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Tatsuhiro admits his condition and begins counseling with Misaki
- Ep. 6 · Tatsuhiro visits Kaoru's school to investigate his rumored girlfriend
- Ep. 7 · Tatsuhiro creates a fake company and Misaki becomes his girlfriend
- Ep. 8 · Tatsuhiro and Misaki navigate a fabricated relationship scheme orchestrated by his mother.
- Ep. 9 · Kaoru faces rejection while Tatsuhiro struggles with feelings before NatsuComi and a fireworks date.
- Ep. 10 · Yamazaki doubts Nanako's explanation while Tatsuhiro and Kaoru investigate Misaki's true intentions.
- Ep. 11 · Hitomi joins an online group while Tatsuhiro prepares for NatsuComi with Kaoru.
- Ep. 12 · Tatsuhiro and Hitomi join the online group for a beach island gathering
- Ep. 13 · Tatsuhiro becomes trapped in a suicide pact during an offline meeting