Surprised by his sudden confession, Makoto finds her heart drawn to Kozuka's warmth. Despite having known him for years as the friend of her son's childhood companion, his words make her heart race. Trying to regain her composure, she is overwhelmed by Kozuka's sincere feelings. When he tells her she is his first choice for a lover, a deep emotional shift occurs within her. Captivated by his pure words, Makoto resolves to experience womanhood for the first time. Whispering softly into Kozuka's ear, "This will be our secret," she embraces the moment their relationship transforms into something entirely new.