My heart swings like a pendulum...
It flutters to the right and feels sadness to the left
It's very enchanting, but sad at the moment.
Let's keep staring at each other!
Girlhood, times of innocence, and adolescence...
Those words are commonly used.
Somebody, understand my frustrations!
Maze, you can be in a mature relationship with childlike feelings.
Yes, this passion is somewhat familiar.
I have dreams that go beyond my admiration.
That's why I call out for love, even though I'm just a young girl.
I know... I know I'm not the only one.
Everyone is feeling shy and it's unstoppable...
What makes me want to see you?
Amane-sama!
You're amazing!
Amane-sama!
What is this feeling?
Anxiety?
No.
Sadness?
I don't know.
Something I never felt before...
I feel something in my heart...
Thorny Trap
Just as I suspected.
Huh? What do you mean?
Amane-sama and Hikari-chan.
What about Amane-san and Hikari-chan?
Lately, Amane-sama has been calling out to Hikari-chan...
...and she's talking to her with a radiant smile.
So?
What do you mean "So"?
Amane-sama never approached anyone like that before.
I don't think anyone realizes this yet, but...
She's in love!
Amane-sama is in love!
It sounds so sweet.
You think so?
Amane is in love?
Yeah.
But I think it's still small-scale and not that serious.
Is it a problem?
That's right.
Since I will be running in the Ètoile election...
...it's possible that she is going to be an obstacle.
I see. Even so, you're keeping an eye on Amane that much?
To a point where you notice her in small-scale love.
It's only natural that I find out what my rival is up to.
And...
The sunlight called Amane is about to shine on a flower...
Where is this flower receiving its wind?
Umm, Amane senpai...
You're practicing even during your lunch break.
Yeah. The tournament is just around the corner.
Looks like they're going to see me off in an exaggerated way.
Will you see me off, Hikari?
O-of course!
I'll definitely see you off!
Umm...
Sorry.
I should leave before it gets noisy.
Yes. Good luck with the tournament!
Thanks.
You're practicing real hard, Amane-san.
President...
Did you think about what I told you the other day?
I thought I said no.
Why won't you accept them?
What do you mean?
Many people are still waiting outside.
They're desperate to give you gifts.
If you accept their gifts...
...then you automatically qualify for an Ètoile candidate.
You're thinking too hard.
Then why?
I can't accept gifts from everyone.
It's never-ending.
Then you should choose which ones you want. You have the right to do so.
I don't have that kind of right...
Third-year student, Hikari Konohana.
What if she brought you a gift?
Your tie is crooked.
I'll do it myself.
That's better.
Thanks for your time.
Yaya-chan.
Praying?
You couldn't give it to her?
Yeah...
She's never accepted any gifts from anyone.
The rumor going around about Amane-sama. Does it bother you?
You like Amane-sama, right?
Yeah.
Then you have to pluck up your courage and see her.
If you don't, then she'll never know how you feel...
Yaya-chan...
Don't worry!
You'll be fine, Hikari. I'm sure she will understand...
Yeah.
President.
Maybe you should just give up on Amane-kun.
You're right. It's a waste of time.
Putting her interest aside...
I don't think she's qualified for the position.
We should look for another.
No.
I felt it after talking to Amane-san.
You feel that she has the qualifications to compete...
...in the Ètoile election?
That's correct.
Should we pick the flower then?
We should.
Hikari Konohana...
I just have to shift her feelings towards me.
Then Amane's feelings are going nowhere. They won't be answered.
You can easily get that girl with your charms. Right, Kaname?
It might get interesting.
I don't see any progress so far.
They meet in the cafeteria or the lounge, but they just...
...make eye contact and smile.
I see.
Both Amane-sama and Hikari-chan are shy.
They can get closer if there's some kind of opportunity, but...
What can we do?
This is difficult...
You're right.
She'll never know how you feel...
What are you writing?
A way to pick a flower.
I see...
Done.
Now, it's your turn, Momomi.
I guess you'll have to be a honeybee.
Honeybee?
Honeybees are responsible for delivering pollen to the flower.
Fine. I'll fly anywhere you want me to.
But you see...
...a honeybee is rewarded with honey after delivering the pollen.
You can have as much honey as you like.
Hikari Konohana. What do you think about her?
Hikari-chan.
Huh?
Y-yes?
You're Hikari Konohana, right?
Yes...
You're the student council's...
I have something to give you.
This.
Someone gave this to me.
She wanted me to deliver this to you.
Someone?
Let's just say she's someone special to you.
What?
Someone special?
Here.
Thank you very much.
No problem.
I'm just a honeybee...
What?
Wow! Looks like the entire school is seeing her off.
Yes.
Spica's equestrian club is one of the best in the nation.
They're eagerly sought after in many tournaments.
Really? That's amazing.
Amane-sama?
Yeah...
She wants to meet me before they see her off with the ceremony.
I'm definitely going to try and give it to her this time.
I see. That's good.
Good luck.
Okay!
Hikari...
The ceremony is going to start soon.
Kenjyo-sama?
Hey. Sorry to keep you waiting.
What?
When is this going to start?
Soon.
Look. Even Ètoile-sama showed up.
The ceremony is about to begin. What are Kenjyo-san and the rest doing?
You wrote this letter?
That's right, Hikari.
I thought you'd be happy.
Amane is busy preparing for her ceremony.
She can't possibly come here.
Amane-sama...
Where's Hikari?
Where do you think you're going?
Please let me go.
You don't have to worry about Amane.
Even if you don't see her off, she wouldn't care.
Do you know Icarus?
What?
Icarus flew too close to the sun and fell.
You'll never be able to get close to the sun called Amane.
There's no need to be sad.
I'm also the sun.
See? You can touch the sun if it's me.
Now, touch me.
I love you, Hikari.
Will you see me off, Hikari?
Amane senpai!
I'm going!
Amane senpai...
Nicely done.
It's much more fun taking you down like this.
Thank you for seeing me off.
Ètoile-sama.
Amane-san is amazing.
I can see why Hikari is crazy about her...
That's odd.
What?
I don't see Hikari.
There's no reason why she wouldn't see Amane-sama off...
You're right.
Something bothering you?
What?
Seems like you're feeling uneasy...
No, I'm fine.
I see...
Probably just my imagination. Good luck with the tournament.
Thank you very much.
Uneasy?
I'll definitely see you off!
That's strange. I don't see Hikari Konohana anywhere.
I don't see Kenjyo-san and Kiyashiki-san either.
What's going on?
Ready to go?
Ah, Hikari-chan.
Where do you think you're going in such a hurry?
You should give up on Amane, Hikari.
She said she was going to meet around here...
Hikari!
Are you here?
Hikari!
This is...
Bright sun...
Blue sky...
Leaves are rustling in the breeze...
Even nature is blessing the two lovers.
Are you sure this is the path?
Yes.
This way is faster.
Hikari!
That voice.
Yes...
Where are you, Hikari?
That's Yaya-chan.
Yeah.
Good luck with the tournament!
Hikari...
Hikari-chan?
Let's split up and find her.
Okay.
No!
I wanted to foster the love between us much slower, but...
...I have no choice.
But there's no need to worry.
My love is wonderful.
You'll soon forget about her.
Amane that is.
No!
Stop it!
No!
Hikari!
Hikari-chan!
Hikari-chan?
Amane-sama?
I'll be right back!
Starbright!
Take me to Hikari! I'm counting on you!
Let me go...
Shut up and be mine, Hikari!
No...
Hikari-chan!
Amane-san?
Stop.
You gave me a hard time...
You'll understand my greatness soon.
Hikari!
Kaname. What is the meaning of this?
Amane senpai!
You just interrupted us lovers.
You're unrefined, Amane.
Lovers?
It doesn't look that way at all.
If you don't want me to take her away...
...then I suggest you put a collar on her.
Are you okay?
Y-yes...
You have to be careful. Some people might force you to do things.
Yes.
That's because you're cute, Hikari.
Umm, this...
Thanks.
A scarf!
Did you see that, Nagisa-chan?
Amane-sama just accepted her gift!
Yeah. Hikari-chan looks happy.
Yes.
Something huge has happened!
Can I pick that flower?
What?
There's no need to give up after failing once.
I'm a honeybee, right?
Honeybees have stingers. Poisonous stingers that is...
I can sting her heart with ease.
Amane senpai...
Hikari...
I feel sad. I feel sad.
That's what my heart was feeling.
This isn't good. I'm dreaming about...
...this deep guilt that is taken away from me.
Please give me eternity.
I bite my finger and wait for seduction.
My glass doll.
I want to break apart inside your arms.
You are my destiny.
Touching you gently is not enough.
I want to cry and want you to cry as well.
Kiss my tears.
Door opens quietly, and that is our secret.
Nagisa-chan, we're going to wear summer clothes starting next week.
Are you ready?
We're wearing summer clothes already?
Yes. I'm sure you'll look wonderful in summer clothes, Nagisa-chan.
I see. I love summer.
But we still have the rainy season to go through.
Make sure you have your rain gear.
On the next episode of Strawberry Panic, "Hydrangea."
There's mold on the cake I was planning to eat today!
You need to take good care of your food as well.