Janu arrives at the plaza to meet Dayai at an arts and crafts store but encounters Sora instead. Sora is attempting to promote her student council campaign by distributing posters, though she admits to spending so much money on the materials that she is struggling to afford food. Sympathizing with her situation, Janu gives her money for lunch, prompting Sora to express gratitude and insist on paying him back later. The conversation is interrupted when Dayai arrives, and Janu leaves to join her. Following the encounter, Janu's compassion toward Sora increases as he reflects on his willingness to help her despite his concerns about Dayai's reaction.