With the school trip looming, the third-years are abuzz with dating gossip. Meanwhile, Kotarou is busy with his writing, and Akane is working on her running performance.

Despite the stressful changes that come with the transition from middle school to high school, Kotarou and Akane have each other to lean on—for now.

Kotaro learns that he was not accepted into Akane’s school, saddening them. Daisuke suggests Kotaro use it in his writing, while Ayane suggests Akane should break up with him rather than do long-distance.