As winter blankets Yomase-machi, Yuuki reflects on his grandfather's encouragement to embrace romance and takes tentative steps toward building closer ties in his new surroundings. He spends time at the shrine with Sayuki, offering quiet support as she works to overcome her hesitation with visitors. Daily life at Yamanouchi-sou grows warmer through lighthearted exchanges with Mizuki, while visits to the café bring energy from Koharu, all helping him feel more rooted in the snowy town.
