Episode 16: Shou-chan, Let's Meet Again...

Kippei is troubled by Shouta’s mother’s words, while Kokoro’s feelings become clear again. After school, Kippei confronts Shouta’s mother, and more of their life together and earlier history comes to light. Shouta is hospitalized after his mother slaps him and he falls down stairs; the family may enter counseling. They announce a move back to the suburbs, and Shouta and Yu share an emotional farewell before they leave.

Aired Jul 24, 2004