Ep. 9: Megumi resents Mei over Yamato quitting modeling, while Kai shifts focus to winning Mei's heart after learning of her relationship.
Aired on December 2, 2012

Megumi feels betrayed after Yamato leaves modeling to spare Mei’s feelings, leading her to ignore Mei with resentment. As Yamato attempts to reconcile with Mei’s mother, Kai intensifies his pursuit of Mei. Upon discovering Mei’s boyfriend is Yamato, Kai abandons his revenge plot against former bullies. Instead, he declares his new goal to win Mei’s affection.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Yamato introduces Mei to Kuro and Nagi, leading to a friendship between Mei and his sister.
- Ep. 6 · Megumi pursues Yamato despite his relationship with Mei while they work together as models.
- Ep. 7 · Mei confronts Yamato about his distance and rumors involving Megumi.
- Ep. 8 · Yamato and Mei resolve their misunderstanding after a bakery encounter and emotional confession.
- Ep. 9 · Megumi resents Mei over Yamato quitting modeling, while Kai shifts focus to winning Mei's heart after learning of her relationship.
- Ep. 10 · Megumi manipulates allies to break up Mei and Yamato while Kai confesses his feelings to Mei.
- Ep. 11 · Kai confronts Megumi about her attention-seeking behavior while Mei and Yamato enjoy a date at Land with Nagi.
- Ep. 12 · Yamato helps Megumi overcome her fears while he and Mei enjoy a quiet moment at the shrine.
- Ep. 13 · Mei faces insecurity when Nagi blocks her visit to the feverish Yamato, leading to a misunderstanding involving Kakeru.