Ep. 9: Haruki struggles with unresolved feelings while Kazusa remains absent from school.
Aired on December 1, 2013

Kazusa has not attended school since the recent trip, prompting Haruki to rationalize her absence as practice for an upcoming recital. Despite this explanation, Haruki continues to wrestle with lingering emotions, even when spending time with Setsuna. Seeking closure, he invites Ogiso to a private birthday party to finally address his internal conflict. However, Haruki is unaware that Kazusa is simultaneously navigating significant personal decisions of her own, creating a parallel narrative of emotional turmoil and hidden developments.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Setsuna reveals her true self to Haruki as bonds strengthen before the school fair.
- Ep. 6 · Kazusa collapses before the school fair while Haruki practices guitar and listens to her family troubles.
- Ep. 7 · The trio performs at the festival, but the event's end brings Haruki a difficult decision.
- Ep. 8 · Haruki and Ogiso's Romance Deepens Amidst Winter Break and Hot Springs
- Ep. 9 · Haruki struggles with unresolved feelings while Kazusa remains absent from school.
- Ep. 10 · Haruki confronts Kazusa about her moving after learning from her mother
- Ep. 11 · Haruki Discovers Kazuma's True Feelings Amidst Confusion and Joy
- Ep. 12 · Haruki collapses after saying goodbye to Kasuza while Setsuna cares for him.
- Ep. 13 · Haruki and Kazusa share a final night before her departure to Europe.