: Concerned by Sawako's condition, classmates Chizuru Yoshida and Ayane Yano lend her dry clothes to wear, a rare moment of kindness that leaves Sawako deeply moved.
: During the mandatory seat change, many students are anxious to avoid sitting near "Sadako" for fear of being cursed. While the class uses a lottery system to decide, Kazehaya intentionally chooses the seat next to Sawako once her spot is determined. Kimihagu_Ep_02_SUB_ITA.mp4
: On her way to school, Sawako finds an abandoned puppy in a cardboard box. She leaves her umbrella to protect it from the rain and arrives at school completely drenched. Kazehaya, who had also stopped to help the puppy earlier, arrives soaked as well. He ultimately decides to adopt the dog, naming it Pedro Martinez (Maru). : On her way to school, Sawako finds
: Encouraged by Kazehaya's lead, Ryu Sanada, Chizuru, and Ayane also choose seats in her immediate vicinity. For the first time, Sawako is surrounded by a group of peers who treat her with warmth rather than fear. Key Themes and Developments He ultimately decides to adopt the dog, naming
The episode centers on a rainy day that coincides with a planned reshuffling of the classroom seats.
: The episode marks the "real beginning" of Sawako's quest to break her loneliness, as she starts to form genuine bonds with the friends who will support her throughout the series.
: A mysterious girl (Ume "Kurumi" Kurumizawa) is seen watching Kazehaya and Sawako from the shadows, foreshadowing her role as a primary rival for Kazehaya's affections.