Sato's convinced he's been turned into a recluse through the media; Sato tries to convince Misaki that he's got his life in order.

Misaki has a contract for Tatsuhiro; Tatsuhiro learns his neighbor is an old friend.

Sato's busy doing research to develop the game; Kaoru has succeeded in turning Sato into a total otaku.

Tatsuhiro becomes a full-fledged otaku; Kaoru brings Tatsuhiro to Akihabara.

Misaki finally gets what she wants when Sato confesses the truth; Sato investigates rumors that Kaoru might have a girlfriend.

Tatsuhiro ventures out to find the truth about Kaoru and a girlfriend; Tatsuhiro has a panic attack.