At Katagiri High School, the students are busy with their studies, especially as exams are approaching. Sakura finds solace in reading manga, particularly the series "Konoha." Every week, she eagerly waits for the next volume.

One day, Sakura rushes to a bookstore after school to buy the latest issue of "Weekly Shinobi," where her favorite manga is published. However, she discovers that the issue is sold out. Disappointed, she is approached by Yanagi, who gives her his unopened copy. Grateful, Sakura compares Yanagi to a character from the manga, Kaoru-san, which surprises him.

The two share a common interest in manga and are often seen together, leading to rumors about their relationship. They talk about various topics, from manga to personal preferences. For example, Yanagi mentions that he prefers being sweet over cool, and they discuss glasses and their designs.

Meanwhile, Sawada struggles with feeling out of place in her class. She doesn’t have many friends in her class and feels isolated. One day, she tries to hang up a poster for an art class but has trouble with the placement. Sengoku, the student council president, notices her efforts and helps her put up the poster in a better spot. This act of kindness touches Sawada, and she begins to feel a sense of belonging.

The episode ends with Sakura excitedly reading the latest issue of "Konoha" and looking forward to the next chapter.