Misaki and Hikaru's date ends on a sad note as he rejects her. They return to the house very late and the others have been waiting for them. Nacchan gets so worried that she starts drinking while waiting. When Misaki makes a comment about it, Nacchan is irked and worries that the comment would affect her career. Another lengthy house meeting follows, where the matter is resolved. Nevertheless, Nacchan feels that it's time for her to leave the house. At the barbecue party the following night, Hikaru also announces his intention to leave.