Kaoru quickly learns that jazz is not as easy as he thought, but gets encouragement from Sentaro and new friend Junichi. Later, Kaoru asks Ritsuko an important question.

Kaoru and Sentaro's friendship continues to sour. Ritsuko and Kaoru take part in the planning committee for the school festival, where Sentaro and Seiji's band will perform.

Sentaro and Junichi attempt to fix their friendship before Junichi leaves for Tokyo. Yurika tries to convince Junichi to take her with him.

Graduation day comes, and Kaoru, Ritsuko and Sentaro's paths diverge. A fateful meeting with a familiar face years later offers Kaoru a chance at reuniting with old friends.