Itazura na Kiss Vol. 9 (manga)

Kotoko's grades have her in danger of failing to graduate, while her beloved Naoki moves forward with his plans to become a doctor. What does this mean for her plans to get herself into the nursing school program? If she doesn't make it, she won't be able to remain at his side, even at work! Add in the very real personal dramas of her classmates and it becomes quite apparent: the road to happily ever after sure is rough!