At the very end of the dance, Connie dips Akane. She smiles down at her, the warmth in Akane's eyes reflected in hers. What a strange mirror memories can be. Just a few months ago, Connie would've given to share this moment with Steven again, to be that innocent and carefree... but now, she's infinitely more glad that it's just her and Akane.

Connie smiles wider at Akane's thanks, opens her mouth to say something, then-

Remember that intense sparring match that sparked this entire interlude? Connie's finally feeling its effects. Such as losing strength in her legs.

She falls to the side, desperately rolling over so she won't crush Akane beneath her, and ends up flat on her back, laughing.