As Professor Hanamoto and the other stragglers prepare to move on from art school, Yuta ponders how love can bring meaning to life, even when unrequited.

Shinobu whisks Hagu away and tells her that she doesn't need to paint; he tells her that just being there is enough for him.

A physical therapist tells Yamada that Hagu is strong; Professor Hanamoto tells Takemoto that he will take a break from teaching.

As Hagu begins rehabilitation to regain use of her right hand, Yuta realizes that he can't be the one there for her to depend on.

While the Morita brothers spring into action, tragedy strikes the talented artist Hagu.

Shinobu's brother Kaoru recollects how their father's business was taken away, and prepares to retake it with the money made by his genius brother.

Learning why Shinobu is obsessed with making money, while Hagu's desire to do more as an artist conflicts with her desire not to burden Professor Shu.

Rika takes off for Spain, but Takumi does not go with her; Ayumi feels tormented.

Shu's memories reveal the reason for Rika's obsession with the moon, and Takumi takes a pivotal trip with Rika to her old home in Hokkaido.

Mayama learns of Rika's plan to move to Spain; Rika wants Mayama to join her.

Hagumi has hiccups; Mayama and Rika's relationship lacks conversation.

Yuta thinks back over what's happened in the years since he first met and fell in love with Hagu.