Ep 11. Left Alone

Kaoru and Sentaro are at odds once again as their conflicting priorities reach a boiling point. Sentaro, desperate to impress Yurika, has pushed aside his passion for jazz music in favor of playing in Judo competitions. Meanwhile, Kaoru is struggling with his own feelings of isolation as he begins to see childhood friend Ritsuko in a different light. As tensions rise, the boys' friendship hangs in the balance. Unable to find common ground, they both decide to go their separate ways for the time being. But as they embark on their individual journeys, they both come to important realizations about their futures and what truly matters to them. Ultimately, they must decide whether their friendship is worth fighting for. In this emotionally charged episode, Kaoru and Sentaro face their fears and learn valuable lessons about love, loyalty, and the power of music to heal even the deepest wounds.