Ep. 8: Ritsuko questions her feelings for Sentaro while Junichi attempts to deter Yurika
Aired on June 1, 2012

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Ritsuko struggles to understand her emotions toward Sentaro as his popularity among women grows. Meanwhile, Junichi makes efforts to frighten Yurika away, but her affection for him remains strong and unwavering. The narrative explores the complex nature of these romantic pursuits, highlighting how the characters' actions yield mixed results. Their attempts to either pursue or repel love demonstrate that such endeavors can be both ineffective and successful at the same time, reflecting the unpredictable outcomes of their emotional journeys.
Episodes
- Ep. 4 · Jun invites Kaoru and Sentarou to join a quartet for a Christmas gig with only one month to prepare.
- Ep. 5 · Kaoru Seeks Ritsuko's Response on Romance Before Visiting His Mother in Tokyo
- Ep. 6 · Sentarou feels isolated in a new class while Kaoru grows jealous of his friendship with Seiji.
- Ep. 7 · Sentarou and Kaoru face widening distance during school festival preparations
- Ep. 8 · Ritsuko questions her feelings for Sentaro while Junichi attempts to deter Yurika
- Ep. 9 · Jun departs town while Sen holds grudges and Yurika faces parental marriage pressure
- Ep. 10 · Kaoru and Ritsuko face honesty while Sen deals with his stepfather's return
- Ep. 11 · Sen considers fleeing before his stepfather returns while the group prepares for the school festival.
- Ep. 12 · Kaoru and Ritsuko face separation as Sen remains absent on East High graduation day.