Kazuki paces his apartment while waiting for an old friend he’s hastily called in to babysit Miri, convinced they can handle it despite the urgency of the job he and Rei need to leave for. Rei remains openly doubtful, questioning whether bringing someone from Kazuki’s past into Miri’s life is a safe or responsible choice. When the friend arrives, the tension is immediate, but it’s quickly disrupted as Miri runs in full of energy, eagerly approaching the newcomer without hesitation. The moment highlights the dilemma—Kazuki’s instinctive trust and desperation to find help clash with Rei’s caution, as everything now depends on whether this person can truly be relied on to care for Miri.