Across thousands of miles, in Berlin, Ryu remains haunted by the instant that irrevocably altered his world. He will later offer a heartbroken admission within the stillness of a church, with an unseen presence listening nearby.

The shadow of Promoter Shim’s threats lingered with Johan as he fought. Afterward, Sua introduced him to a pair of new acquaintances: Sumiko and Ryu. He would spend two remarkable days in their company.

Once back in Tokyo and Seoul, Ryu and Johan maintained regular contact, sharing news of their days and outlining their hopes for what lay ahead. Then, unexpectedly, Johan announced a surprise visit.

Following a tranquil sojourn in Nasu, Johan returns to Korea to fulfill his mandatory military service. At long last, Arata stirs from his slumber. Ryu presents Sumiko to Seiichi, and he finds himself deeply captivated.

Driven by Mr. Shim’s vengeful actions, Johan was forced into concealment. With no way to contact him, Ryu journeyed to Seoul, seeking his friend’s whereabouts with Sua’s assistance.

Just as joy seemed complete within their close circle, tragedy struck. Overwhelmed by grief, Sumiko fractured, and Ryu and Johan swiftly carried her off to Nasu. There, they proposed something daring.

The three companions eased themselves into their shared existence, yet each found it challenging to reconcile the demands of family with those of work. Johan, meanwhile, sought a medical assessment regarding a persistent feeling of detachme…

Years passed, and then Ryu discovered a sketchbook abandoned within his uncle’s studio. Simultaneously, Johan considered the hardships of his past and how Ryu had irrevocably altered its course.