Episode Title:
A Morsel of Warmth
Episode Description:
With Kaoruko's birthday approaching, Rintaro has difficulty in thinking what he can gift to her. Kyoko suggests he bake a cake for Kaoruko with the help of his father Keiichiro. Rintaro is reluctant, citing his inexperience and Keiichiro's exhaustion, but Kyoko reassures him Keiichiro is open to assist him. Rintaro requests Keiichiro's help, prompting a passionate Keiichiro to ask the type of message he wants to convey to Kaoruko with the cake. Rintaro replies with wanting to show his gratitude to her and begins intensely training under Keiichiro. Rintaro also messages Kaoruko on wanting to meet up on the day of her birthday, flustering her. Rintaro slowly improves his baking in time for Kaoruko's birthday, much to Keiichiro and Kyoko's delight. Rintaro meets with Kaoruko and gifts her the cake. Rintaro reveals he baked it and expresses his gratitude to Kaoruko, stunning her. They part ways as Kaoruko tastes Rintaro's cake at her home. Kaoruko then calls Rintaro and shares her enjoyment with his cake, leaving a glad Rintaro to relay the news to Keiichiro and Kyoko. Rintaro also states his willingness to help at the bakery during summer break, which his parents eagerly accept.
