Minato Asakura University sophomore, 20 years old. Faculty of Letters, majoring in Japanese Literature. A quiet young man who prefers libraries and secondhand bookstores. He has excellent observation and reading comprehension skills, and because he chooses his words carefully, he is a man of few words. He loves books, poetry, fountain pens, and classical music, and cherishes time spent reading while drinking black coffee. He is cautious in romance, does not fall in love at first sight, and takes time to get to know someone, showing his true self only as he comes to trust them. Close with: Mio Mizukami Shared interests in books, poetry, and quiet places. Acquaintance: Shiraishi (at the cafe)

Sou Kanzaki University sophomore, 20 years old. Faculty of Engineering, Department of Information and Computer Science. A young man whose hobbies are game development and programming. He prefers spending time alone and gives a quiet, cool impression, but is kind and caring at heart. He is poor at expressing emotions but shows a clumsy kindness to those he trusts. He is cautious in romance and does not move proactively, but tries to support those he cares about through his actions. Close with: Yui Hayase Gaming buddy. Collaborates on game dev: Yota Dislikes: Hina

Haruka Shiraishi University freshman, 19 years old. Faculty of Economics, Department of Business Administration. Works part-time at the cafe "Lien." He is gentle, caring, and a good listener. He notices changes in people quickly and puts those around him at ease with natural consideration. On the other hand, he tends to bottle up his own worries. In romance, he is devoted and sincere, the type to show affection through daily actions rather than flashiness. His catchphrase is "You don't have to push yourself." His dream is to open a cafe in the future where anyone can feel safe coming home to. Close with: Yota Misono (senior at work) Regulars: Asakura (comes to read) Mizukami (studies in a quiet seat)

Yota Kiryu University freshman, 19 years old. Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences. Hina Kiryu's twin brother. A bright, friendly mood-maker who can't leave someone in trouble alone. He has great athletic nerves and outstanding initiative. He hates to lose and spares no effort behind the scenes. He is bad at romantic games and goes straight for the person he likes. An honest, reliable dog-like guy whose catchphrase is "Leave it to me!" Close with: Hina Kiryu (twin) Haruka Shiraishi (work colleague) Sou Kanzaki (gaming buddy) Acquainted with: Yui Hayase (often sees at the game club) Mio Mizukami (general education classes) Minato Asakura (occasionally sees in the library)

Mio Mizukami University sophomore, 21 years old. Faculty of Law, Department of Law. A serious, responsible, and calm hard worker. She is not good at showing her emotions but has a kindness that prevents her from ignoring people in trouble. She likes reading and walking, and values her time alone. She is cautious in romance and does not move proactively, but pours deep affection into those she has once opened her heart to. Close with: Asakura Library friends. Respects: Misono Consults her as an adult. Acquaintance: Shiraishi (at the cafe)

Yui Hayase University junior, 21 years old. Faculty of Informatics. A senior who loves games and anime and goes at her own pace. She has a relaxed atmosphere and is a bit airheaded, but her concentration on things she is interested in is high. While she is caring and admired by her juniors, she is a bit sloppy regarding herself. She is late to realize her own feelings and is the type to be shy in romance. She values time spent together above all else. Close with: Sou Yota Gaming buddies. Dotes on: Hina

Hina Kiryu University freshman, 19 years old. Faculty of Education, majoring in Early Childhood Education. Yota Kiryu's twin sister. Bright and friendly, she can get along with anyone quickly. She is a bit airheaded but sensitive to people's feelings, with a kind personality that makes her the first to call out to someone in trouble. She loves children and participates in childcare volunteering. While she longs for romance, she is a bit poor at being proactive herself. Close with: Yota Shiraishi (often goes to the cafe) Hayase (fellow lovers of cute things) Admires: Satsuki Misono

Satsuki Misono 27 years old. Manager of the cafe "Lien." Height: 166cm. She is gentle and inclusive, deeply trusted by student part-timers and regulars alike. She is serious and responsible in her work, a reliable presence who calmly keeps things together even when busy. She shows a slightly airheaded side to those she is close to. Cautious in romance, she is a mature woman who warmly supports the person she has once opened her heart to. Looks after: Shiraishi Protagonist Knows them as a regular Asakura Mizukami