By Chapter 87, the stage was set:

Characters like Erika are shown to have moved on and found their own happiness, with Erika eventually having a daughter of her own named Sakura. Legacy of the Series

The chapter ended with Suzuki-kun caught in the middle, unsure how to navigate the complex web of relationships and confessions that seemed to follow him everywhere.

She flinched. He never used her first name. Not unless—

By Chapter 88, the paths of these four individuals collide once again, forcing them to confront the ghosts of their past and the reality of their current feelings. Key Plot Points and Emotional Highlights 1. The Heavy Burden of Stardom and Secrets