Momoshiro is still angry with Ryoma. Meanwhile, Ryoma is moping and having conflicting feelings about going to the U.S. Open. Eventually, the two make up and play a friendly match. Even though Ryoma wins, Momoshiro technically wins for the block. However, Momoshiro urges Ryoma to take the opportunity and go to the U.S. Open. Finally having made up his mind, Ryoma decides to accept the offer.
Momoshiro todavía está enojado con Ryoma. Mientras tanto, Ryoma está deprimido y tiene sentimientos encontrados acerca de ir al Abierto de Estados Unidos. Finalmente, los dos se reconcilian y juegan un partido amistoso. Sin embargo, Momoshiro insta a Ryoma a aprovechar la oportunidad e ir al Abierto de Estados Unidos. Finalmente, Ryoma toma una decisión.