During the break, Mihoko comforts a despairing Kana in the game room; and Nodoka meets up with Saki to reaffirm their promise and to rebuild her confidence. Fujita warns Koromo to play mahjong properly. The second half resumes. Koromo continues her game control, but Saki remains resolute. Koromo targets Kana; and in one particular play, Koromo deliberately lowers her scoring hand to bring Kana's score down to exactly zero points, instead of running out Kana. She intends to crush their spirits, but Saki is unfazed...