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It's through these attempts that Mizore starts opening up to Ririka. When Ririka acknowledges that Mizore makes her own reeds, Mizore responds that she could teach her. Further along, this bond leads to Mizore inviting Ririka along to pool when she's depressed. What this showed was how Ririka's involvement and earnest actions had broken through.

This moment also serves as the catalyst for the film's climax. As you might recall, this invitation spurns Nozomi into realizing that Mizore isn't going to follow her around forever. She's starting to grow outside of their friendship. It causes Nozomi to look inward and reflect. It's safe to say that without Ririka, the film doesn't work.

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