The chapter opens with a conversation between Asahi and Kiyoko. Kiyoko and Asahi are discussing the latest loan proposal from Asahi's bank. Asahi tells Kiyoko that he is pleased with the terms of the loan proposal and that he would like to work with her on the loan deal. He also tells her that if the loan does not go through, Kiyoko will have to take a job with another bank. She tells Asahi that she will be happy to meet him at the wedding and that she hopes that he will agree to the loan terms. She also tells him that her father wants her to take part in the wedding banquet and that it was her dream to do so.