At the hospital, Kaori opts for a risky surgery all for the sake of having the chance to perform with KÅsei one more time. KÅsei meets with Kaori's parents, and they all watch as Kaori is undergoing rehabilitation. At the school library, Nao tells Tsubaki that KÅsei has been practicing nonstop for the upcoming piano competition. Tsubaki later hides her feelings of jealousy towards Kaori while giving KÅsei a haircut. On the day of the piano competition, KÅsei shares an egg sandwich with Emi and Takeshi, bringing them on good terms with him. Takeshi takes the stage and plays his set piece, as he contemplates his former rivalry with KÅsei, always wanting to be the better one. After his performance, Takeshi realizes that KÅsei is more like his hero in a way.