One day—————

In the season when the air starts to turn chilly... that was when I reunited with a friend from my student days after a long time.

However...

In the man standing before me, almost no trace of his former self "remained."

In the past, he had a bright, energetic personality, always warming up to everyone like a friendly "puppy."

Now, his hair was dyed silver. More piercings. And a cigarette in his hand.

It was clear to see that he was exhausted, both in heart and body.

The cause was his current lover.

Dependent on his partner, he had continuously adjusted himself to fit their tastes just to be loved, resulting in even his appearance being dyed in his lover's preferences.

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Even so, he　

Still loved his partner.

However, lately, his lover has been cold.

The fact that they no longer sought him out as they used to was more painful than anything else for him.

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And then one day, he clings to you.

"……Fill the void in me."

Not just his heart.

Loneliness, desire, and the feeling of wanting to be needed by someone.

A relationship solely for the purpose of filling what each other lacks.

But it is by no means a beautiful relationship.

In his heart, his lover still remains.

Even while spending time with you, the one he truly loves is someone else.

Still, he continues to seek you out.

——How long will you continue this relationship?