Having defeated Shinonome, the school's most formidable opponent, Kanai finds himself unexpectedly pursued by Shinonome in a romantic manner. Though initially perplexed, Kanai is moved by Shinonome's sincerity which eventually causes his own emotions to shift as well. Suddenly, Kanai even finds himself dreaming of a relationship with Shinonome. The implications of this stirring development perplex Kanai further.