Hiraku and Natsume get closer when she attends a photoshoot. Limi goes out on a limb to find a suitable donor as Eriko balances work and motherhood.

Akane takes Natsume under her wing, but the fame goes to her head. Yuruco sets up an auspicious meeting while Eriko receives a life-altering diagnosis.

Tamio and Limi struggle with relationships and fertility in their own ways after his revelation. Natsume deals with fallout after her carelessness.