Kanji tells Rika that his birthday is just around the corner but is surprised when she asks him "why do you want to have a special birthday?". He can't get rid of his feelings of his uncertain feelings because he wanted to spend time with her. He goes to visit Satomi who has been hospitalized and finds out she is planning on moving in with Mikami. One Sunday, while attending a party, he finds himself fascinated by a dolled up Rika. He stares with a complex expression as Rika happily chats in English with a contemporary artist.