Ep. 10: Asako's Christmas party plans are disrupted by Shizuku, leading to a complex love triangle involving Haru, Kenji, and Chizuru.
Asako organizes a surprise Christmas gathering at Mitsuyoshi's batting cages, but Shizuku ruins the surprise. While purchasing supplies, Haru's punk associates and Kenji join them. The event differs from Asako's expectations yet remains enjoyable. Haru faces a romantic conflict with Shizuku, Chizuru, and Kenji. He warns Kenji to stay away from Shizuku, who questions his feelings. Haru and Shizuku discuss their relationship using Ryuunosuke Akutagawa's The Spider's Thread. Haru admits jealousy regarding Shizuku attending winter Juku with Kenji. After reflection and Kenji's advice, Shizuku confesses her love, relieving Haru. Shizuku attends the cram school, prompting Haru to cause a public scene. In the epilogue, Haru embarrasses Shizuku after class to ensure she goes straight home. They encounter Chizuru with her friend Yuu Miyama, who teases Chizuru about her affection for Haru.
Episodes
- Ep. 6 · Shizuku’s Declining Grades and Chizuru’s Social Struggles
- Ep. 7 · Haru and Shizuku navigate complex emotions amid flashbacks and festival preparations.
- Ep. 8 · Haru and Shizuku confront their feelings and misunderstandings at the Syoyo Festival
- Ep. 9 · Shizuku reflects on her relationship with Haru after her father's store fails.
- Ep. 10 · Asako's Christmas party plans are disrupted by Shizuku, leading to a complex love triangle involving Haru, Kenji, and Chizuru.
- Ep. 11 · Kenji Yamaguchi reflects on his elite status and evolving feelings for Shizuku amidst conflict with Haru.
- Ep. 12 · Asako navigates year-end social dynamics and romantic confusion with friends
- Ep. 13 · Haru searches for a mysterious firefly while leaving items behind for his friends to find.