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I want you to set Kou free.

Being with you only stagnates his efforts.

I'm stagnating Kou-chan's efforts? Don't push your delusions onto me.

Make up your damn mind!

Narumicchi's wounds are her own, all right?

Don't force yourself to sympathize with her.

That's the easy way out.

Sensei, I love you.

Your feelings certainly made me happy,

but I've never considered you to be something more than a student.

I'll grant your damn wish and steal Murao's feelings for myself.

You can leave her to me.

Kou, I love you.

So I need a proper rejection.

I can't go out with you.

He might steal Yoshioka from right under your nose, dude.

Keep your chin up like that,

and I promise you'll find a guy who likes you, just as you are.

Yoshioka... I like you.

Whether you're exuding confidence

or lacking any,

you've always pushed yourself to move forth.

And I find that quite charming.

Um... This is the first time I've ever been confessed to.

Honestly, I've never thought of you that way–

Of course, you haven't.

I know Mabuchi's been the only guy on your mind.

So from now on, I'd like you to make space for me, too.

It doesn't have to be an immediate change.

I just want you to see me, and get to know me for who I am.

Could I get the answer to my confession afterward?

Okay.

Thank you for waiting.

Here is your caesar salad.

Thank you.

Enjoy.

I'm digging in.

Kou, you sure you only need a drink?

Yes, I'm not hungry.

What about you? Is that salad enough?

Yes.

I'm not holding back. I'm just a light eater.

I know. Don't force yourself to finish if you can't.

I'm glad you're here with me.

No one at home sticks up for me like that.

What about school?

Have you made any friends yet?

Sometimes...

I just stop caring about everything.

School, new friends–

- Narumi. - I know.

In my head, I know it's wrong to give up.

But it's useless.

I can't bring myself to try.

Strange, isn't it?

I'm supposed to be good at making friends.

When I first moved back here, I also couldn't care -

Don't force yourself to sympathize with her.

Thank you for waiting.

Here is your hot-buttered apple.

Enjoy.

Sorry, I relapsed.

Every time I see apples, I can't help it.

I remember my father...

And how his final meals were always grated apples.

It's not just apples.

Plenty of things remind me of the bad times.

Sounds, scents...

Colors and places, too.

Same here.

Don't force yourself to sympathize with her.

But I don't relapse as often anymore.

Really?

Yes, it gets easier. That's how it is.

I see.

I hope I'll reach that point, too.

Come on, work those legs!

No slowing down now!

Plenty of things remind me of the bad times.

Sounds, scents...

Colors and places, too.

Pick up the pace.

Don't force yourself to sympathize with her.

That's the easy way out.

"Easy"? How's any of this "easy"?

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Kou...

When did you get here?

I've been here, remember?

- Shut up... - Look.

The sunset is beautiful.

Stop...

Shut up.

Kou...

Kou...

Kou?

What, did you get dizzy out there?

Man up, dude.

Compress, compress...

Hey, have you seen the nurse?

What's so funny?

Did you get hurt?

Yes. I jammed my finger playing volleyball.

See?

Does it take that long to stick on a compress?

Here. I'll do it.

Come on.

Bring the whole kit.

Where does it hurt?

Here.

Have you lost weight?

You'd better be eating proper meals.

Says you.

Oh?

Your lunches have gotten smaller.

Well, unlike you, I won't faint because of it.

I just... don't like seeing women getting skinnier, all right?

Okay.

Then if you start eating, so will I.

If I notice you're skipping meals, I'll only get skinnier.

Fine.

Though his voice sounded miffed,

his kind hands betrayed his true nature.

Will I ever...

fall for anyone but Kou?

[Ao Haru Ride Season 2]

[Episode 3]

Mr. Yakisoba's eating yakisoba? Hilarious.

Drop it.

And don't act like we're all peachy.

- I'm still pissed at you. - Here.

Sorry.

You know, I actually can't stand being in the nurse's office.

It reminds me of everything

that I'd rather not remember.

Like my mother being at the hospital and stuff.

So when you collapsed...

Yes. It was bad.

But then Yoshioka barged in

and started bandaging herself up, without paying me any mind.

Seeing her like that...

seriously put my mind at ease.

Why?

Although I'd rather not recall the past,

part of me feels guilty for actually forgetting.

I think sticking with Narumi,

and realizing I still suffered and felt sadness

gave me some sort of relief on its own.

But that easy way out isn't the solution, is it?

So what's your next move?

I'll go talk it out with Narumi.

And Yoshioka?

I'll tell her exactly how I feel afterward.

Make up your damn mind!

Hey, knock it off, you two!

So you don't lose sight of your true feelings.

Kou-chan!

You didn't need to rush.

I was just so happy!

You've never been the one to invite me out.

We need to talk.

Sure, but I'm short on time.

I have to study for midterms–

Narumi... I can't stay by your side anymore.

Sorry.

No.

You can't.

Narumi...

If you leave me...

I'll...

I'll be all alone again.

No... I can't.

Sorry!

I went about that the wrong way.

Oh?

I was trying to act normal so it wouldn't make things awkward.

But I was so conscious about it, I ended up acting curt.

And you're telling me all this?

Well, yes. I don't want you to doubt me for anything.

You're an honest guy, Kikuchi-kun.

Listen. Do you want to hang out with me after school today?

- Oh? - If possible, I want you to get to know me better.

Is that a no?

I promised you an answer after time well spent. So let's do it.

Hell yes!

See you tomorrow, Futaba.

We have committee work today.

Okay, good luck.

Bye!

"I'll come meet you after I finish class duties."

[Understood!]

Kou, aren't you heading home?

Aren't you?

I'm waiting for someone. We have plans.

Kikuchi?

What? Does that bother you?

Somewhat, yes.

Just kidding. I was lying.

But that's a lie.

Which is also a lie... And that's a lie, too.

Yeah, yeah, enough teasing.

Hey.

Do you have a sewing kit on you?

For once, I actually do.

I'm a changed girl nowadays.

Are you reattaching a button?

If you treat me to a drink, I'll do it for you.

No, I'll do it myself.

Yoshioka-san! Sorry to keep you.

Hey, Kikuchi-kun.

Well, good luck.

What now?

Erm...

What should I do with this after I'm done?

Just put it in my desk.

Yes, but...

They're needles and stuff. Can't leave that lying around.

Then hold onto it.

I'll get it from you tomorrow.

Are you done over there?

Sorry, Kikuchi-kun. Could you wait for me downstairs?

- But... - I'll be right there.

Okay.

Seriously, what–

Stop that.

You're just afraid to let go of someone who used to love you, right?

You don't love yourself, yet want me to continue loving you.

Isn't that it?

Quit thinking I'm easy like that.

Seriously, if you think I'll always love you, then you're wrong.

Hello? Earth to Yoshioka-san?

Sorry, I zoned out. What did you say?

Allow me to conduct an experiment.

What is it?

Take in the sights, all 180 degrees around you.

- Done. - Okay, now close your eyes.

Did you see anything star-shaped in your field of view? Or not?

I probably did, right?

Don't just guess.

Fine. Then I'm not sure.

Okay. Now open your eyes.

Wow, there's one! And it's huge.

I thought I took a good glance, though...

Wait, there's another!

The reason why you didn't notice

is because you weren't consciously looking for stars.

Once they're on your mind though, those shapes leap out at you.

Interesting stuff.

To me, you're that shape on my mind.

Then I realized that means I'm always conscious of you,

and got really embarrassed.

I'm glad I came to this epiphany, though.

It's getting chilly out here.

Should we–

Kikuchi-kun?

I'm sorry.

I take back my offer.

Could I hear your answer to my confession now?

Take advantage of me.

I can be your way of forgetting Mabuchi for now.

But I won't lose, no matter who's in your heart.

I'll accept you, past love and all.

Yoshioka-san, you should come to my side as you are.

I'll make you so into me,

you'll forget that you ever loved Mabuchi.

I mean, hey... I'd vouch for myself.

Are you telling me? Bold.

Please go out with me.

- Is Narumicchi not answering? - No.

I'd better not hear you going back to her.

When Narumi cried, I almost wanted to.

Dude, come on...

And yet...

My resolve didn't waver for a second.

Although I wanted to wait until Narumi moved on,

I think that'd be too late.

Kikuchi would take her.

In other words...

I'll go talk it out with Yoshioka.

That's my man.

Murao.

Yes?

Are you not with Yoshioka today?

Do you need something from her?

Erm...

I borrowed her sewing kit, and need to return it.

She wasn't around in the classroom, so I was wondering.

She's with her boyfriend.

- What? - She decided to go out with Kikuchi.

I heard they went to study together in the library...

You're late, dumbass.

"What's up?"

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Did you need something?

I came to return this.

Yoshioka–

Great, thanks.

Here.

Sorry I bothered.

Allow me to conduct a special experiment.

Again?

- Sit here. - Sure.

Take in the sights, all 180 degrees around you.

Now close your eyes.

Is this the same experiment as yesterday?

Nope. This one's to make me the only guy on your mind.

I love you.

I really do.

Yes.

I'll fall in love with Kikuchi-kun.

My feelings for Kou... will disappear.

They will...

I know they will.

Nagasaki's a place full of sad memories for Kou.

Did he ever smile when he was with me?

Narumi, that's probably all thanks to you, being at his side.

I underestimated Yoshioka.

Do you think Yoshioka still...

Come with me.