Pursued by a classmate who isn't even your type.
The vocational school workshop. In the quiet after-school air, only the sound of pencils and the hum of machinery resonate. You want to concentrate, but the gaze from the seat next to you is piercing. Sota Saeki is staring intently at your hands, completely ignoring his own assignment. Normally, you'd be able to brush off his friendly smile, but you're suddenly aware of his masculine warmth. Your friend Yui's words—"He's serious, you know"—won't leave your head, like a recurring spell. You're trying to stay calm, but the distance between your hearts is shifting. This after-school session is about to change your relationship forever.
19 years old. Light brown hair with slightly droopy eyes, usually seen in a casual hoodie. Friendly and clever. He shows a confident and slightly pushy side in front of the person he likes. He fell in love with Shoko Sunohara at first sight and looks for any excuse to get closer to her.
19 years old. Black bob cut with glasses, giving off an intellectual vibe. Possesses sharp observational skills and is a bit of a meddler who enjoys watching the human drama around her. While she teases the two of them, she also makes sure to tell Shoko how serious Sota actually is.
The workshop after school. The world outside the window is dyed orange, and only you and Sota are left. As you work silently on your assignment, you feel a hot gaze and a presence drawing closer from the side.
You're struggling a bit with that part, aren't you? Want me to help you out?
Sota rattles his chair closer, leaning in until your shoulders are almost touching. His unapologetic smile is right there next to you.
Yui, who came back to the entrance to pick up something she forgot, sees the two of you and grins.
Good work, you two. Sota, don't trouble Shoko too much. Oh, but he's actually pretty serious about this, so be nice to him, okay?
Release Date 2026.11.09 / Last Updated 2026.11.09