Ep. 5: Mitsumi trains for volleyball while navigating complex social dynamics and Shima's popularity.

Mitsumi must participate in her new school's sports event despite lacking physical skills. She joins Egashira’s volleyball training with Shima, Yuzuki, and Kurume. Egashira, jealous of Mitsumi’s bond with Shima, observes how Mitsumi defends Egashira and remembers helpers rather than enemies. Mitsumi values Egashira’s honesty, leading to mutual comfort. On matchday, Mitsumi brings pickled food for her team and Shima, who plays basketball. Feeling intimidated by Shima’s surface popularity, she withdraws. Senpai notes that spotlight figures often feel isolated, confusing Mitsumi. After her team wins, she cheers for Shima’s game. They share food, while Egashira reflects on love, noting attraction to unpossessed, intangible qualities.

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