“I had lots of luck that Fujiko-san found that colour… now you have matching presents!!” Akito smiled “I am sorry for not delivering it on the day… but when I found out your birthday I worked as fast as I could…”
He then remembers… she was still mad at him… the best thing right now was for him to be honest
“I… I’ll always treasure you as a friend… Renge-san…” his face is serious, he extends his hand towards her, waiting for a handshake “But as your love rival…” he smiles cheerfully “I won’t lose… So lets both give our best.”