In a town blanketed by snow, a place from his distant childhood, Yuichi reconnects with his cousin Nayuki. As she gives him a tour of his new home, he struggles with memories long faded.

Makoto’s carelessness with a kitten causes Yuichi to lash out. Unfortunately, Makoto’s response to his anger is to run away. Later, Mai somehow directs him to her likely location.

Yuichi’s eager to defend Mai after her outburst at the dance, but someone beats him to it. His chance to play the hero dashed, Yuichi turns his attention to convincing Mai he’s brave enough to fight alongside her.

Yuichi sees Nayuki in a different light when the final track meet rolls around. Later on, Ayu and Yuichi’s search for the all-important missing item leads to something very special.

Yuichi is rescued by Makoto - who offers him some encouraging words. Meanwhile, Kaori tries to help Nayuki deal with her mother’s accident. And finally, Yuichi is reunited with Ayu - at least temporarily.