Ep. 16: Sorata faces funding issues while Nanami and Mashiro navigate their feelings
Aired on January 29, 2013

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On presentation day, Sorata’s game design is deemed too difficult for funding, but he earns a chance to collaborate with judge Fujisawa Kazuki for the next round. During dinner, Mashiro reveals her jealousy and loneliness, prompting Sorata to express gratitude for a previous drawing. Later, Nanami asks Sorata to help practice a script sent by Jin, causing him nervousness over romantic lines. Nanami reflects on her feelings for Sorata, while Mashiro discusses her anxiety with Ayano, who provides romance manga. Two days before Valentine's Day, Yuuko arrives at Sakurasou to prepare for entrance exams. She eventually whispers to Sorata, urging him to choose between Nanami and Mashiro and reminding him of his father's advice.
Episodes
- Ep. 12 · Cultural Festival Play Success Followed by Airport Farewell and Confusion
- Ep. 13 · Sorata awaits contest results while Mashiro acts strangely near Christmas
- Ep. 14 · Sorata and Nanami search for Mashiro on Christmas Eve before checking exam results
- Ep. 15 · Sorata and friends resolve personal issues in Fukuoka during winter break
- Ep. 16 · Sorata faces funding issues while Nanami and Mashiro navigate their feelings
- Ep. 17 · Sorata helps Nanami reach her audition while receiving chocolate from Mashiro on Valentine's Day
- Ep. 18 · Jin and Misaki reconcile while Sakura Dormitory faces demolition.
- Ep. 19 · Sorata Remembers Moving to Sakura Dormitory and Protecting It
- Ep. 20 · Sakura House Residents Struggle to Gather Signatures Amid Demolition Threats