The story flow so well between the progress of Nodame and Chiaki's relationship to Rui's personal problem. Her very relatable problem and disappointment with her situation makes her give out our hearts to her while also hoping she wouldn't make any bad choices for other people. My favorite about this episode has to be the unconventional dynamic between Chiaki and Nodame, the way he loved and be exasperated by her weirdness is such an endearing trait about them.