Ep. 7: Onodera navigates the New Year's Party while Takano claims An-chan is his girlfriend.
Aired on November 19, 2011

During the company's annual New Year's Party, Onodera must navigate a crowd of publishers, editors, and authors. The editorial team works early to finish tasks before the event. Onodera receives an unexpected call from his mother regarding An-chan. Takano refers to An-chan as his girlfriend until the party ends. By the conclusion of the event, Takano believes he may have learned the truth about Onodera's romantic feelings. This gathering serves as a critical moment for Onodera to manage professional interactions while dealing with personal inquiries and Takano's assertions regarding his relationship status.
Episodes
- Ep. 3 · Yoshino's confession leads to misunderstanding with Hatori and Yuu.
- Ep. 4 · Yoshino confronts Yuu about his feelings after Hatori cancels their date.
- Ep. 5 · Onodera explains his fiancée situation to Takano after a jealous incident involving Sorata.
- Ep. 6 · Ryuichiro Isaka struggles between his editing career and writing ambitions while facing feelings for Kaoru Asahina.
- Ep. 7 · Onodera navigates the New Year's Party while Takano claims An-chan is his girlfriend.
- Ep. 8 · Kisa’s jealousy grows as he suspects Yukina’s indifference signals a lack of love.
- Ep. 9 · Kisa attempts to break up with Yukina, who reveals deep knowledge of him to prove their compatibility.
- Ep. 10 · Takano falls ill before confessing, causing a tense confrontation with Yokozawa
- Ep. 11 · Takano and Onodera discuss their school days during a rainy encounter.