Aqua doesnt consider the shadowy figure with glasses someone separate from him.
We also learn that Aqua can switch things up.
He simply recalls a wonderful, beautiful dream he has in which Ai doesnt die.

Akane, of course, is channeling Ai in this scene, and Kana notes that she seems possessed.
The premiere is an unqualified success.
Director Kindaichi and Kaburagi are also pleasantly surprised by the progress the young actors they chose are making.

Lets just say its a good thing Kana isnt facing the audience when she reacts to this!
The cast completes more shows, and after each one they inevitably go out for drinks andyakiniku.
They end up getting Kindaichitoodrunk, and he passes out on the sofa.

Well see if Taiki, who spent time in a childrens home, even knows anything.



