This place brings back memories. We came here a lot when we were younger, huh?
'Cause Dad liked it here.
He still likes it even now, doesn't he?
Seems like he comes here alone all the time.
What's your first choice now?
Joei.
You sure are taking on a challenge to do something like move up a level now.
You told me that there are other schools that are good for Education.
I didn't say Joei. I know that that's what they're known for, though.
I won't blame you even if I fail the test.
I can't trust you at all; not with that look on your face.
I mean it! I decided on that school myself, after all.
I see.
Yeah.
Do your best.
Geez, I'm trying to.
I mean, with that.
Well, I sort of am.
"Sort of"?
I intend to do my best.
Where did that confidence of yours go?
Oh? You're going to school?
Today's a school day.
You sure are dedicated.
Hm? Wanna eat some mikan oranges?
Listen, about the day after tomorrow...
The day after tomorrow? You mean, Friday?
Yeah. I'm gonna head out early.
You're so inquisitive.
I can't believe you're still gonna take an entrance exam despite being accepted to a college.
Huh?
How did you pay for the entrance exam fee?
With my New Year's gift money.
What about your lunch for the day after tomorrow?
The test is just in the morning, so I'll be okay.
I'll pay you back for Joei's admission fee after I work a part-time job.
If you pass, that is.
I'm gonna pass the exam.
Have a nice day.
Are you gonna give Soma one?
Huh?
I mean, it's today.
Yeah...
But will he accept it?
You don't have to worry about that. He'll definitely jump for joy.
Morning.
Morning!
Mio, you came! Your test is in two days, isn't it?
I'll end up getting anxious if I do nonstop studying.
Sanae said you're just wasting your time and effort.
What's wrong?
I was just thinking about how everyone came to school today.
Well, it's Valentine's Day!
Does that matter?
Yeah! This is our final year of high school! The boys are definitely hoping to get something.
Mio's about to take a test, so stop it.
Oh, sorry.
It's okay. Don't worry so much about me.
Whoa!
Everyone's here!
We've already been through that.
I wonder if Izumi came to school today.
Okay, I'm going to pass out the tests now, so be sure to fill everything out.
All right! That's all for today.
It must be nice to be a third-year. They already went home.
There's nothing we can do about it, since they've got entrance exams.
Yeah... What'll I do after graduation?
Hey! Komiya-san! I'd like you to stop talking about next year's club activities...
Sorry, let's talk later! Hey! Komiya-san! I'd like you to stop talking about next year's club activities...
She left.
I knew it. It's absolutely impossible to merge our club with the Photography Club.
You came to school!
I'm surprised you came. Isn't your exam pretty soon?
Yeah, the day after tomorrow. That's why I'm giving myself a break or something like that, I guess?
You need to go to the staff room?
Yeah, something like that.
Hey.
Wasn't that your homeroom teacher?
Actually, no, he isn't.
Sorry.
LINE?
Yeah, our usual group chat. Haruto asked if I was here today.
He's probably studying or something, huh?
You not going home yet?
You dumbass! There might still be a girl who's lookin' for a chance to give me chocolate!
If I go home, the game will be over!
Your game will end early by mercy rule.
It's the bottom of the ninth inning with two outs!
Huh?
I'm gonna go home.
It's too early to end the game, Rikuo.
I didn't give up anything.
Hey, is that what I think it is?!
I got one.
Hey!
Who is it? Who is it from?!
I can't say.
Tell us! Right, Haruto?
Hey, are you listening, Haruto?
Right now, this traitor--
Sorry. I'm gonna head home first.
Hey, what was that about? And what's your hand here for?
All right!
I'm going home.
Wait, this is...
Why are you making that face?
Eita-senpai!
Oh, it's just you, Komiya.
Lemme see your smartphone.
Huh?
Come on.
I knew it.
I'm sorry.
It's not your fault...
Anyway, I'm sorry.
I...
I'm completely serious about him!
The hallways are chilly.
Yeah.
And it's winter in our hearts.
Do that where no one's around. Universe, be considerate of us.
Seriously, Valentine's Day is just a machination of chocolate companies.
I can't help but pity the clueless people that are being manipulated.
Why don't you tell that to everyone?
No way. They can keep being manipulated until they spurt blood from their noses!
I definitely cherish New Year's, the Bon Festival, and the bean-throwing ceremony on the last day of winter.
Hey, look.
Hm?
Homemade...
Wh-what should we do?
Don't freak out! First, find the wiretap, then the hidden camera!
You're depraved to the bone.
Crap! You're depraved to the bone.
Komiya-san, of all girls, wouldn't do something like that.
Where is it?! Komiya-san, of all girls, wouldn't do something like that.
Hey, think Shonan cookies are okay?
Why are you bringing that up?
Next month, we're gonna give something in return.
Should we include Enoshima Electric Railway rice crackers and Romancecar cookies, too?!
That's it!
Yeah!
Speaking of, where did she go?
Didn't she say she was going to organize the third-year photos?
Will I be able to get to all of them?
Morikawa, this is definitely...
...the place you wanted to come to, isn't it?
I thought this was the best spot.
Thanks for hanging out with me today.
I should be thanking you. I was happy that you talked to me, after all.
Soma-kun...
Hm?
I'm sorry.
Huh?
I can't go out with you.
After giving it some thought, I felt that it was for the best.
Why?
Because I'm moving to Hyogo in April.
That doesn't matter!
It does.
We're both going to be in a new environment in the spring.
I'll start college, and you'll be a working member of society.
I think I'll be preoccupied with school until I get used to it.
We'll make it work!
I don't have confidence in myself.
We won't be able to see each other as much as we do now.
I'll go visit you, even if it's every week!
That's impossible.
It's not impossible!
A round-trip on the bullet train is 30,000 yen.
Even if you take the night bus, it'll cost half of that.
So, there's no way you can keep that up!
Sorry. I got all worked up...
No. I'm sorry, too.
But, I mean... I guess I'm kinda happy.
Huh?
You really took a whole lot into consideration for me.
Yeah.
That's why, Soma-kun, I want you to wait until my college life settles down.
If you still like me at that time, then...
please go out with me.
Right.
Soma-kun.
Y-yeah...
Well, take care.
Okay...
What's wrong?
Here.
Thanks...
Just a little more to go!
There's no way I can study today.
Senpai, gimme your hand.
It's cold.
You at least know what day it is today, right?
I'm embarrassed, so hurry up! We both are gonna share the same fate at this rate.
Here.
Eita-senpai, your test is coming up.
And I didn't wanna give you an upset stomach after giving you some homemade chocolate.
Thanks for being so thoughtful.
I happened to want something sugary.
Is it good?
It's cold, so I don't taste anything.
You should savor it!
Hey! Well, it's fine 'cause the chocolate was just for the occasion.
These are the heartfelt ones, after all!
I tried to go to as many shrines and temples as I could. At least one will answer your prayers, right?
They all will. This is sacrilegious.
Wait, does this mean you're okay with me passing the exam?
Hm?
I mean, you know the reason I'm taking the entrance exam...
I told you before. I'll root for you and the President.
Is that so?
Well, I'm actually not happy about it. I think you should fail.
Hey.
But you've been studying hard, so I think I actually do want you to do well on the test.
I like that about you.
Which one seems like it'll be the most effective?
Huh? Um... maybe this one?
Then, you hold on to this one, Komiya.
What kind of ritual is this?
You've got your photography contest, right?
Um... yeah!
When are you gonna get the results?
February 24th.
The same day as the exam results, huh?
Eita-senpai, is it okay if I win the prize?
If you don't, then the Photography Club will cease to exist, right?
You said you didn't care either way.
I care now.
I hope your hard work pays off.
The monorail's here.
Where's your ticket home?
Komiya?
He doesn't even know how I feel, after all.
I'll definitely pass the test.
Then, I'll lay bare all my feelings.
In spite of everything, I still like you, Eita-senpai.