Meikoh Cup, Girls' Preliminary (Part 2) (Japanese: 名港杯 初級女子FS編② Meikou-hai Shokyuu Joshi FS-hen 2) is the fifth chapter of the Medalist manga.
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After Inori's score is announced, Mario assures Ryoka that she has nothing to worry about, because she's the only one here with a double combo. Ryoka starts off her program strong, but when she reaches her 2S2S + 1A1A combo, she completes only the first part, missing the second jump. The mistake rattles her, causing her to grow distracted, yearning for a second chance at everything she has messed up in life. Her panic causes her to forget their recovery plan of turning her final Flip into a combo. Instead, she repeats the 2S2S + 1A1A Combo, which counts as invalid as per the rules.
| Order | Element | Base Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1A1A | 1.10 |
| 2 | 1Lz1Lz | 0.60 |
| 3 | ||
| 4 | 2S2S + 1A1A | |
| 5 | SSp?SSp? | ? |
After she comes off the ice, Ryoka's usual rebellious demeanor vanishes. She apologizes for not practicing her recovery enough and admits that she needs to change her personality which caused people around her to hate her. However, Mario challenges this belief, pointing out that her stubbornness and disregard for others is what makes her stand out from other skaters and drives her to be better. Pulling Ryoka into an embrace, Mario encourages her to continue staying true to herself and prove everyone wrong by getting stronger and winning. Feeling lighter, Ryoka remarks that Mario is nothing like a normal adult. Her score of 11.17 is announced, placing her at third place.
At this point, Inori approaches Ryoka. Embarrassed, she tries to hide behind Mario, but Mario pushes her forward. Inori tells her that she's had fun hanging out with Ryoka and asks if they could skate together again. Touched and overjoyed, Ryoka leaps into Inori's embrace and begins clinging to her. The podium ceremony is held, with Inori securing first place. Ryoka hesitates before stepping onto the podium, but Inori extends a hand to help her up. They continue holding hands as the commemorative photo is taken.