On his way back from school, Shusuke comes upon a group of boys tormenting a young elementary school girl. Shusuke chases the boys off, and the next day, the girl, Hinako Mochida, thanks Shusuke. Shortly afterwards, Hinako meets Sana at a restaurant and reveals her infatuation with Shusuke. With Aoi's aid, Hinako attempts to court Shusuke, but despite her efforts, is rejected by him. Despite this, Shusuke reveals that he considered Hinako an adult, which Hinako tearfully accounts to Sana, noting her satisfaction nevertheless.