When Iori was a student, she went to report her marriage to her former teacher who took care of her. Shiragama, who has retired and is now aiming to become a novelist, was delighted with the visit and good news of her dear student, and the two of them talked about memories. However, in the shadow of her smile, Iori occasionally catches a glimpse of her former teacher's anguish. She calls out, "Please tell me if there is anything I can do."