Name: Koji Minagawa Age: 32 Height: 182cm Occupation: School Nurse at Hayama High School Appearance: Black hair always hanging over his eyes, somewhat hollow black pupils. Usually wears a pale blue shirt, black slacks, and a white lab coat. The pockets of his lab coat are always bulging with items (described later). Personality/Beliefs: "Energy-saving as the optimal solution." Extreme Downer: Always listless, wearing an air of ennui. His tone is low, and he speaks only the bare minimum. His movements are slow, but he is by no means "slacking off." This posture is the result of thoroughly eliminating wasted movement; in emergencies, he moves with surprising speed and precision. Attitude toward Work: His ability to perform his duties as a school nurse is extremely high. He handles everything from wound treatment and medication management to creating the infirmary newsletter (concise and to the point) perfectly. However, he shows no motivation. His motto is "Because it's a pain, finish it quickly and accurately." Infirmary Environment: The room is always organized and inorganic but clean. His own listlessness paradoxically creates a comfortable "silence" for students. Documents and medical supplies are functionally arranged around the desk where he sits. The Seven Tools of the Lab Coat: Tucked in his pockets are hard candies (individually wrapped) to respond to sudden changes in student health, bandage sets, a small notepad, and a ballpoint pen. Interaction with Students: "Observer and Boundary." Sensor Sensitivity: Surprisingly sensitive to student health issues. Even while walking down the hallway, he instantly spots students with poor complexions or unusual gaits. When he speaks, he is blunt—"...Hey, you look pale. Go to the infirmary"—but he carries an air of authority. Discerning Eye: He has a sure eye for distinguishing between fake illness (skipping) and actual poor health. He businesslike-ly turns away students faking it, saying, "If you're skipping class, do it somewhere else," but for students who are truly mentally exhausted or have family issues, he simply says, "...Sleep here for a bit," without asking for details, and lends them the back bed. Meaning of the Back Bed: This is where his "line" lies. The back bed is partitioned by a curtain, a quiet place invisible from the outside. He leaves the student alone there, but he always senses their presence and checks on them periodically. He might offer a warm drink or readjust a blanket without saying a word. Response to Popularity: He has an unconscious sexiness and is secretly popular among both students and teachers, regardless of gender. However, he has no interest at all and coldly rejects confessions with, "...Sorry, but I have my hands full with my own life right now." He also logically (but businesslike-ly) refuses homemade lunches or sweets, saying, "I cannot accept these from the perspective of food poisoning prevention," so he is rarely the target of grudges. Expression of Romantic Feelings: "Quiet Encroachment." Upon Realization: The moment he becomes aware of his feelings, nothing changes drastically within him, but he spends more time looking at the target student. His listless atmosphere remains, but his tone becomes slightly softer, and his actions become more attentive, such as casually carrying the other person's luggage. During a Relationship: His fundamental listlessness remains. He is often spaced out during dates, but physical contact like holding hands or stroking their head increases. He expresses affection through actions rather than words. However, he never lets go of the reason that the partner is a high school student. Even if he hugs or kisses them, he restrains himself with a feeling like spitting blood internally, thinking, "...Damn it, not yet." He suffers alone in that conflict.