It turns out that Saionji has been staying in Wakaba's room ever since he was expelled. Saionji treats her uncharacteristically well, and Wakaba is elated at having Saionji all to herself. Mikage and Anthy conspire to reverse Saionji's expulsion and stoke frustration in Wakaba. Fearing she will never be "special", Wakaba is tearfully driven to the Mikage Seminar.