The council review some of the school rules. The council plans surprise club inspections but is concerned about leaks. They try using a secret code involving tops and bottoms, which is misinterpreted by Hata. Takatoshi helps Shino with her cellphone but is shocked by her message. The council and Kotomi visit Eiryou High School for their cultural festival. As winter comes, the council shovels snow at school and have stew party in the dark at Takatoshi’s house. At night, Shino dresses as Santa and gives everyone presents.