A gym uniform mix-up leads to a heart-pounding exchange. Later, Haryu raises the stakes for Taiki's match, while Kyo makes a secret request to Chinatsu.
On her way to return Chinatsu's mobile phone, Hina makes a shocking discovery. The gymnast faces mounting pressure while struggling with her new feelings.
As Taiki strives to make it to the nationals, Chinatsu gives him a word of encouragement. Later, Haryu and Taiki face top players in the doubles match.
After a sleepless night, Taiki asks Haryu for relationship advice. Later, Chinatsu realizes her recent behavior might hinder her dream and trouble others.
With the annual fireworks festival approaching, Hina musters the courage to invite Taiki, who's been avoiding Chinatsu since their awkward conversation.
Taiki attends the fireworks festival with Hina and is surprised by her new look and shyness. Later, he unexpectedly bumps into Chinatsu with a lost child.
Taiki worries about a potential misunderstanding after Chinatsu departs. At the badminton nationals, he learns more about Karen and Haryu's relationship.