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.

The ladies struggle under societal pressures as Natsume confronts her actions, Akane tries to support her clients and Limi receives happy news.