Maria Watches Over Us ~ printemps

As spring arrives and the new school term begins, Yumi recalls with fondness the New Years’ party thrown by the Yamayuri Council.

Eriko, the Rosa Foetida, has been seen on multiple outings with several different men, but there is more to the situation than Tsutako’s photographs suggest.

The boutons forgot to prepare the customary going-away party for the graduating Lady Roses! While they scramble to prepare their sendoff, Yumi faces a crisis of her own…

As the school term draws ever closer to its end, the graduating Lady Roses leave parting words for the boutons and their petite soeurs.

Graduation day has arrived at last. Sachiko is set to speak at the ceremony, but with emotions running high, will she be able to retain her composure?

Shimako and Sei met beneath the falling cherry blossoms. Neither knew it at the time, but this chance encounter would change the course of their lives forever.