: Rei is deeply moved by Hinata’s resilience and her refusal to regret her actions. He reflects on his own childhood, realizing that Hinata’s kindness essentially "saves" his past self—he now knows what it feels like to have someone stand up for you.

Episode 7 of Second Season, titled "Flowing Away" and " White Storm " , marks a critical emotional turning point where Rei Kiriyama finds a concrete reason to fight for his place in the shogi world. Plot Summary: The Weight of Kindness

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: A major narrative theme is how Hinata’s current actions transcend time for Rei. By witnessing her bravery, Rei begins to heal from his own past of isolation.

: The show continues to be praised on Reddit for its grounded and non-cliché portrayal of bullying and the emotional toll it takes on family members. Significant Characters in This Episode

The episode continues to navigate the heavy aftermath of Hinata’s bullying.

: Shown grappling with the burden of being the family's protector in their mother's absence.