Hotaru learns that Suoden has been hit by an automobile and is in critical condition with a broken leg. He has a spare key and plans to take it to the accident scene with him. Meanwhile, Buchou has received the news that his father has suffered a minor fracture and is expected to be out of work for a few days. He tells Hotaru that he has decided to return to his old life and that he wants to see Suako every day until they move in together.