Ep. 7: Haruko Maeda and Reina arrive at Daikichi's home after fleeing her husband's family troubles.
Aired on August 19, 2011

Daikichi's cousin Haruko Maeda arrives at his residence with her daughter Reina, claiming she fled due to conflicts with her husband's family. While Reina bonds with Rin, Haruko confides in Daikichi about her suppressed emotions. After staying at Daikichi's place for several nights, Haruko's husband arrives to retrieve them. Haruko informs Daikichi that she intends to continue facing her marital difficulties rather than abandoning the situation. The visit concludes with the family's departure, leaving Daikichi to reflect on the events. This account details the temporary stay and the underlying familial tensions that prompted Haruko's initial departure from her home environment.
Episodes
- Ep. 3 · Daikichi visits his parents' home while investigating clues about Rin's mother.
- Ep. 4 · Daikichi finds Souichi's will and contacts Masako after enrolling Rin in school
- Ep. 5 · Daikichi Discusses Rin's Surname Choice With Masako and Rin
- Ep. 6 · Daikichi and Rin plant a loquat tree for Rin's school entrance, then find a matching olive tree for him.
- Ep. 7 · Haruko Maeda and Reina arrive at Daikichi's home after fleeing her husband's family troubles.
- Ep. 8 · Daikichi and Rin visit Souichi's grave and his former home on a summer day.
- Ep. 9 · Daikichi considers insurance as a typhoon approaches while Kouki stays for dinner
- Ep. 10 · Daikichi discovers Rin has stomach flu after school exhibition and Yukari catches a cold
- Ep. 11 · Daikichi cares for Kouki while Rin practices skipping rope and visits his parents.