Shinji has long harbored a secret longing for his father's new wife Yurine, but tries to escape those feelings by entering a boarding school. His student years pass in a flash, and on graduation day Yurine runs toward him with a smile. Delighted to reunite with his beloved stepmother, the now-adult graduate celebrates with her. "A graduation gift for Shinji, who has grown into a fine man," Yurine whispers before kissing him gently and leading him one step further into adulthood.