Ep. 23: Yamato trains for track while Miyamoto and Arima plot, causing tension with Suzuka and Sakurai.
Aired on December 8, 2005
Yamato dedicates himself to track training, prompting Miyamoto and Yamato to devise a strategy to defeat Arima. When Miki questions Yamato's sudden drive, he cites a new goal, leading Miki to suspect Suzuka is the cause. Sakurai seeks Nana's advice, confessing her belief that Yamato and Suzuka share feelings, leaving her feeling obsolete. Nana advises Sakurai to move on. Meanwhile, Suzuka grows irritated by Yamato's intense focus and treats him coldly. Yamato addresses the issue directly, leading Suzuka to apologize for her behavior.
Episodes
- Ep. 19 · Yamato breaks up with Honoka after blaming himself and apologizing to her.
- Ep. 20 · Miki confronts Yamato about his breakup while Honoka returns as manager to support the team.
- Ep. 21 · Yamato struggles with baton passes while hiding his regret over lying to Suzuka.
- Ep. 22 · Yamato seeks victory after counseling reveals his feelings for Suzuka and teammate disappointment follows his second-place finish.
- Ep. 23 · Yamato trains for track while Miyamoto and Arima plot, causing tension with Suzuka and Sakurai.
- Ep. 24 · Yamato finishes fourth in the race while confessing his feelings to Suzuka again
- Ep. 25 · Suzuka confronts her fear of loss while Honoka and Yamato seek her at the shrine.
- Ep. 26 · Suzuka confronts her feelings for Yamato at Kazuki's grave with friends' encouragement