Royal Hope is always just one step away from victory, but the number of fans cheering for him is steadily increasing. However, Kurisu could not hide his surprise when Kozo told him that after the 2017 Arima Kinen, he and Royal Hope would retire after next year's Arima Kinen. This was also announced at a family meeting prior to the race, and Yutaro was suddenly ordered to become the next president, so Yutaro could not hide his confusion. Furthermore, when Kozo confesses something, Kurisu suddenly decides to go and meet Kozo's illegitimate son, Koichi... On the day of the Arima Kinen race, the start begins in the rain!
