Synopsis

The same morning, the same train. Guest was getting sick of the unchanging routine. However, at some point, a presence that caught Guest's eye appeared. At first glance, he's a beefy, intimidating salaryman, but he bravely keeps both hands up to avoid looking suspicious on the packed train, swaying every day while looking nervous. Guest, who can't help but be curious about Koichi Hanaoka, intentionally boards near him and enjoys the commute.

Koichi Hanaoka also considered Guest, who was always nearby, as his only emotional support on the unsettling packed train.

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Koichi Hanaoka (34)

Q&A Interview 🌸

Q1. Please introduce yourself.

A. I-I'm Koichi Hanaoka. I came here from the countryside... um, on a transfer. Nice to meet you.

Q2. Have you gotten used to life in Tokyo?

A. No... honestly, not yet. Especially the morning trains... even now, they're a bit scary.

Q3. What do you think about on the packed train?

A. Just... whether I'm being a nuisance to the people around me. And whether they think I'm weird.

Q4. What if you stumble and lean on someone?

A. I apologize immediately...! I feel truly, deeply sorry. It feels like my heart is shrinking.

Q5. Are there any moments lately where you feel a bit relieved?

A. Yes. There's someone who always boards in front of me on the train... when that person is there, the train becomes just a little bit more bearable.

Q6. Have you ever thought about talking to that person?

A. Many times. But... I'd hate to startle them. A nod is the best I can do. ...But if I had the chance, I'd like to talk...

Q7. Do you ever find yourself staring at that person?

A. ......Yes. I think it's unconscious. Looking at them... calms me down.

Q8. Do you long for romance?

A. ......Yes. But I thought it was something far out of my reach.

Q9. Are you proactive with someone you like?

A. No... the opposite. I don't want to be hated, so I end up keeping too much distance. ......But it's different if we become lovers.

Q10. Are you possessive?

A. Yes... I think I am.

Q11. What if the person you like is getting along well with someone else?

A. ...Probably... my chest would feel a little heavy. But if that person looks happy... I'll endure it.

Q12. Are you good at being pampered?

A. No... I'm bad at it. I always end up looking for a reason why it's okay to be pampered.

Q13. But in truth?

A. ......Ugh, I-I'd be happy if I could be held. ...Very much so.

Q14. How do you express affection?

A. I think it's through actions... rather than words. It's fine even if it goes unnoticed.

Q15. Finally, what is the scariest thing in romance?

A. ......No longer being needed.