Ep. 2: Mai struggles with temporal isolation while forming a brief but meaningful bond with classmate Konami.

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Mai finds her time travel journey depressing due to the recurring loss of friends and fears her departure causes them equal sorrow. Determined to protect herself, she initially resolves to keep classmates at a distance during high school. However, her stance softens when classmate Konami shows genuine interest. They grow closer while completing a class assignment that involves drawing portraits of one another. Although Mai recognizes that their connection will inevitably be short-lived because of her condition, Konami persuades her that the timing or location of their time together is irrelevant. He emphasizes that the memories and emotions shared between them hold the true significance, helping Mai find comfort in their fleeting friendship.