The final round of the Karaku Cup has finally begun. The head judge, Issei Aragawa, is in attendance. After the performances by the other contestants, it is finally time for one of the favorites to win, Karashi Nerima. Karashi's specialty is "adapted rakugo," which is a modern adaptation of classic rakugo stories. Karashi's bold approach gets a laugh from the audience, but how will Issei evaluate him?

Unlike the preliminary rounds where she showcased her sharp wit and skill, Akane's performance in the main competition was a relatively understated rendition of "Jugemu." Karashiya Hikaru wondered if she had given up, but in reality, it was a rakugo-style approach that was pleasing to the audience, who were caught up in the excitement of the competition. By empathizing with the character's emotions and using a non-pushy delivery, Akane naturally drew the audience into the story, gradually reaching a certain level of mastery.