The townspeople protest alongside the others to ignite government action in the case. Teppei attempts to destroy the properties from the room, if Satoko leaves the house. This continues to place the action at an impasse. Satoko returns to school, and shows evidence of abuse and trauma, before being taken to the clinic. After visiting there, Oishi advises Keiichi not to overextend the issue with the counselling office, informing them that the household is having the situation by the Child Counseling Center. During a meeting between the townspeople and the center, Rika realizes that she is having her responsibility.