As the second year of high school begins, Yurika continues to work on her painting, which depicts Sentarō as Apollo. Seiji Matsuoka, a student in the art club with Yurika, tells Sentarō about his dream of becoming a famous musician so he can support his family; he asks Sentarō to join his band and play at the school festival, and Sentarō agrees. The incident prompts Kaoru to recall his memories of abandonment, and he lashes out at Sentarō.