It's my life, so I'll live it for myself! Asahi suddenly announces her intention to leave Amagami Shrine and move to America! Uryu refuses to accept her decision and tries to oppose her, but he can't contain her burning passion. As he reflects, he realizes it's not Asahi who has changed, but himself... Then, just before the All-Japan Ekiden Championship relay race, Asahi's running shoes come apart! Asahi and Uryu attempt to find replacements at a sporting goods store, only to be confronted by a shocking revelation from Asahi's birth father!