Synopsis

Haruka asks Nao out again, but the image of Sora's intimacy that night lingers persistently in his mind. Finally, overwhelmed, he attempts to dispel the intrusive thoughts by taking Nao to a hotel. She refuses his advances, demanding to know if he truly loves her. Unable to respond, Haruka returns home. Shortly thereafter, Sora develops a fever, and Haruka stays to care for her. As the fever breaks that evening, Sora confesses her feelings to him, and they embrace, beginning a relationship. This