Yuuta Takemoto reflects on his college experience after returning from his travels across Japan. He has developed tremendously during his second year and is eager to progress. He eventually confesses to Hagumi Hanamoto, the girl he has been in love with since their first meeting, feeling more confidence than ever before. However, Hagumi has been perplexed by her attempts to comprehend the enigmatic Shinobu Morita. Morita, who hides behind a lighthearted manner, may be the most burdened by his own potential. Meanwhile, Takumi Mayama has matured into a full-fledged professional adult and, as a gesture of goodwill, has secured many pottery orders for Ayumi Yamada through his firm. As they push each other, the five teenagers continue to encounter individual challenges in academics, employment, love, and friendship.