Episode 13

**Disambiguation notice for Episode 13:**
*This article is about the anime episode. For manga chapter of the same name, see Chapter 40.*
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## Level 13

* Title Card
* Episode

## Episode Theme Song(s)

### Opening

**Gradation** (ぐらでーしょん, *Gura de ̄ shon*)

## Episode Credits

### Animation Director

* Kyoko Takeuchi
* Yuichi Karasawa
* Fumiaki Murakami
* Nobuyoshi Munasaki
* Shinichi Miyamae

**“In the morning when I wake up”** (朝 起きたら, *Asa Okitara*) serves as both the thirteenth and final episode of season 1 in the anime series *My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999,* which is produced by MADHOUSE Inc.

## Synopsis

After impulsively spilling her feelings to Yamada, Tsubaki asks him to meet once again. Although she is aware that Yamada has feelings for someone else, she tries to tell him all the feelings she had been carrying for him through her student life. Upon hearing her feelings, Yamada says…

All the while, Akane was eating Yakiniku in an offline meetup with the guild members. Although she knew Yamada was going to join them afterwards, she ends up drinking much more than she had planned in order to ease her nervousness. By the time Yamada arrived, she was completely wasted, but without a complaint, Yamada stays by her side. Then, after Akane has sobered up, what Yamada does is--.

## Plot

Yamada and Tsubaki both arrived punctually at their meeting spot. Gathering all her courage, Tsubaki opened up to Yamada about the emotions she had kept hidden for years as their friends and classmates. She began by expressing her admiration for various aspects of Yamada, such as his attitude, voice, appearance, and kindness toward others. She also mentioned his humble nature and how he never boasted about his abilities.

Yamada respectfully allowed her to speak her mind, understanding that he couldn't reciprocate the same feelings she had for him. Despite this knowledge, Tsubaki chose to pour her heart out to him that night. She was well aware of the changes Akane had brought into Yamada's life, even if others didn't notice, as she had been observing him closely and knew everything about him.

When Yamada finally responded, as Tsubaki had anticipated, he regretfully admitted that he couldn't share the same romantic feelings. Despite facing rejection, Tsubaki felt grateful that Yamada had allowed her to express herself fully. During their heartfelt conversation, Tsubaki noticed an oil-based paint drawing on Yamada's left hand, and she instantly recognized the artist. It was Akane, the girl Yamada had feelings for.

Takezo has generously sponsored the upcoming December BBQ Party of the Chocolate Rabbit Guild. Akane arrived on time, joining others who had arrived a little earlier. Takezo and Runa, who were already at the restaurant where they planned to eat, approached her. She scanned the area for Yamada but couldn't spot him, prompting Eita to playfully tease her about searching for him. While conversing, Takezo mentioned that his friend owns the restaurant they would dine at and had extended an invitation, so he decided to bring the entire guild along instead of going alone.

The restaurant seemed upscale and elegant, causing Runa and Akane to question Takezo's connections. As the guild members chatted away, four important individuals preparing to leave the restaurant approached Takezo. They addressed him as Mr. President, which further intrigued Akane and Runa about Takezo.

While the entire guild enjoyed their meal and barbecued together, four staff members brought trays filled with delectable meats, exquisite dishes, and beverages as a gift for Takezo. Eita praised Takezo for being a successful and admirable adult, to which Takezo playfully responded, stating that he can enjoy playing the game in a positive environment thanks to the fantastic people in Eita's guild. He expressed his desire to continue playing the game with the rest of the members indefinitely, a sentiment strongly supported by Runa.

Yamada arrived late to the gathering. Instead of relaxing and enjoying the meal, he found an intoxicated Akane who thoroughly enjoyed the expensive drinks that Takezo's friends gifted. Runa complained about Akane being overly clingy earlier, leaving her temporarily on the bathroom floor. Meanwhile, Takezo invited Yamada to grab a bite, as they planned to arrange a taxi for Akane's safe journey home. Eita suggested that Yamada could personally ensure Akane's safe transportation instead of calling a taxi.

Yamada briefly stepped away from Akane to purchase some water. Upon his return, he found Akane peacefully resting in her seat. Knowing she was heavily intoxicated, Yamada playfully placed the water bottle on her cheeks, causing her to wake up and talk loudly. Akane tends to have trouble remembering things when she's drunk, so she grabbed her phone, even though her vision was blurred from the alcohol, to ensure she wouldn't forget the assistance Yamada provided. However, Yamada reassured her not to worry and advised her to lower her voice.

As they walked through the streets on their way home, Yamada held onto Akane's wrist to prevent her from stumbling. During their walk, Akane's right heel got stuck in a groove, prompting Yamada to kneel down and retrieve her heel, which amazed her. He then tightly held her hand as they journeyed toward her apartment.

But as they arrived at Akane's apartment door, Yamada kept it brief. However, as he tried to leave, Akane grabbed his coat sleeve and mustered the courage to ask, "Do you like me?" despite her hesitation. How Yamada held her hand during their walk compelled her to inquire about his feelings. Yamada turned around and smiled, admitting that she had caught him. He confessed that he indeed liked Akane and had developed feelings for her.

Yamada assured Akane that if she forgot his confession, he would come to her and express his feelings all over again until she remembered. Still intoxicated, she asked if she could call him in the morning for reassurance, fearing that tonight's events might seem like a dream. Yamada insisted on calling her as soon as he woke up, and they embraced each other, feeling the warmth between them.

## Post-credit

Upon waking up in the morning, Yamada immediately called Akane, who had been unable to sleep due to the previous night's events. After their classes, Akane, Momo, and Maki gathered at a nearby café to discuss Akane's relationship with Yamada. Maki shared her experience of a failed relationship with a younger partner who desired an older woman, making Akane uneasy. However, Momo remained optimistic, believing that Akane and Yamada would eventually end up together based on Yamada's actions towards Akane.

The two of them arranged to chat at a nearby café. Akane reminded Yamada not to stress about their relationship since he was graduating and needed to focus more on his studies. While Yamada gazed at Akane, he seemed to miss the content of her words. Instead, he complimented her canine teeth, calling them "adorable," causing Akane to blush.

As they walked together, Yamada pondered about what Akane hadn't had a chance to say during their conversation at the café. She expressed her desire for them to hold hands while walking whenever they were together. Yamada wholeheartedly agreed and earnestly reached out, asking for her hand.

## Characters in order of appearance

**Yukari Tsubaki (anime)**
**Akito Yamada (anime)**
**Akane Kinoshita (anime)**
**Runa Sasaki (anime)**
**Takezo Kamota (anime)**
**Eita Sasaki (anime)**
**Inoue**Debut
**Obayashi**Debut
**Nagaoka**Debut
**Sumiyoshi**Debut
**BBQ Restaurant Staffs**Debut
**Momoko Maeda (anime)**
**Maki**1st Appearance