The Gift Miyo asks Yurie's help in giving a gift to Kiyoka. Yurie suggests something handmade and Miyo choose a kumihimo since Kiyoka always ties his hair with one. Kiyoka later gives her a protective charm and makes her promise to take it everywhere she goes. While shopping in town with Yurie, Miyo encounters Kaya and Kouji. Kaya begins bullying Miyo until she learns Miyo is still engaged to Kiyoka. Elsewhere, Kiyoka visits the Saimoris and informs them they will receive none of the traditional benefits from Miyo marrying into a powerful family unless she receives a full apology. Kaya later briefly encounters Kiyoka and is struck by his beauty...