Synopsis

The aftermath of Rukawa’s decisive action against the thugs left Hanamichi stunned, and he demanded to know the attacker's name. The revelation that Rukawa was the object of Haruko’s affection ignited a fierce anger within him. Just then, Haruko appeared, tending to Rukawa’s injuries, but he brushed her aside, a gesture that further inflamed Hanamichi’s rage. Mistaking Hanamichi’s fury for an assault on Rukawa, Haruko declared her hatred for him. The world seemed to collapse around Hanamichi onc