Ep. 9: Kisa struggles with romantic confusion while Yukina reveals his true feelings and claims him as a boyfriend.

Kisa remains distracted by memories of a kiss with Yukina, leading to a brief depression as he compares his career unfavorably to Takano’s. He visits the bookstore where Yukina explains his dedication to the display was for Kisa’s sake. Outside, Kisa encounters a persistent ex-lover who threatens to expose his feelings, but Yukina intervenes, declaring himself Kisa’s boyfriend. At Yukina’s home, Yukina discovers Kisa edited his favorite manga and admits he knew of Kisa’s affection all along. When Kisa interrupts further discussion about the kiss, Yukina unexpectedly confesses his love. Following news of a second printing for Kisa’s book, he accepts his own romantic feelings despite previously believing he only appreciated men’s appearances.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Chiaki discovers Hatori's hidden feelings and the truth about his management changes.
- Ep. 6 · Chiaki navigates a love triangle while preparing for his manga's anime adaptation party.
- Ep. 7 · Ritsu faces professional challenges and romantic tension while navigating complex relationships with Takano and Yokozawa.
- Ep. 8 · Attractive appearance sparks romance between editor Kisa and bookseller Yukina.
- Ep. 9 · Kisa struggles with romantic confusion while Yukina reveals his true feelings and claims him as a boyfriend.
- Ep. 10 · Yoshino's birthday coincides with a hot spring trip and a confession.
- Ep. 11 · Onodera faces hostility at work and confusion from rivals after a chaotic morning.
- Ep. 12 · Ritsu faces career doubts and Takano's confession after a stormy period.
- Ep. 13 · A good beginning makes a good ending.