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They're two different people tho. Miri is the sake brewer's daughter introduced on the 1st chapter (sequel). ^_^
She's from the boonies, is younger than Suwa, and lives with her parents in a brewery. Marie lives with her husband in an apartment and is in the same age group as Suwa. So I might say-- the drama may not be over.
I'm pretty sure "Miri" is these scanslators way of spelling (previously) "Marie" - the uke's friend from the first story! She was always just a friend who was happily engaged, and always listening to and supporting the uke (without acting like some fujoshi). I don't think she'll be used for rivalry or anything - maybe a source to leave our boys pent up