Akari and Jiro each hear a rumor that Shiori and Minami won’t be switching pairs even though they’re A rank. Jiro asks Shiori if she plans to stay by Minami’s side forever. Meanwhile, Akari runs into Minami, who suddenly pulls her close to him and...

After seeing Shiori and Jiro together, Natsumi and Sachi try to ascertain Akari’s feelings, but she’s vague on the subject. The girls want to give Akari a decisive moment and come up with a plan for a group date to a fireworks festival with Minami.

Jiro is in the bath wondering what had made Akari cry like that. Suddenly, a frightened Akari bursts in and makes a huge fuss. To help her feel better, Jiro does lots of things for her and the two grow closer. Then Akari asks, “Should we try dating, too?”