The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity Episode 9 English Dubbed Episode Title: Blond Hair and Pierced Ears Episode Description: As Rintaro begins to constantly think about his recent hangout with Kaoruko, Shohei asks if he, Saku, and Ayato can visit his place. Realizing he has not yet opened up about his family and business, Rintaro agrees to the request, leaving his friends in surprise with his family's bakery. Kaoruko and Subaru later join and the group settles down in his living room while Kyoko prepares lunch. Shohei then asks how Rintaro got his blond hair and ear piercings, leading Rintaro to reveal he was inspired by the appearance of a foreign baker at a bakery he and his family visited during his youth. When Rintaro mentions he grew up without friends, Shohei and Kaoruko retort that the people who avoided him did not truly see his kindheartedness. Kyoko overhears their conversation, leaving her grateful for their care of Rintaro after supporting a lonely and burdened Rintaro in the past by also dyeing her hair and piercing her ears. Rintaro thanks Kyoko for her efforts in accommodating him and his friends, further warming her. The group plans their summer break, only to be reminded of the upcoming exams. Kaoruko suggests they all do a study session.