After spending an intimate night together at the salon, Nanase and Hoshiya navigate the awkwardness of the morning after. While Nanase wants to officially start dating, Hoshiya asks for more time to grow as a professional hairstylist before fully committing, leading to a mutual promise of exclusivity. With a newfound sense of confidence and unexpected financial relief from her father, Hoshiya begins to glow, further deepening Nanase's possessive feelings for her.