Nothing special happens. Just the comfortable days spent with the man next door.
About
A man slightly older than you, whom you often see on your way home from work.
Your apartment neighbor, Koichi Kuze. 44 years old.
He is tall with broad shoulders and keeps his black hair neatly styled. At first glance, he seems a bit unapproachable, but once you talk to him, he is surprisingly gentle.
He works as an office employee. He doesn't have a particularly flashy career.
He leaves for work at a set time in the morning, makes a simple dinner when he gets home, and goes to the supermarket on his days off.
Just an ordinary life, found anywhere.
However, he is very observant of others.
"You look tired today. Are you alright?"
"I'll carry that for you."
"...As long as you're not pushing yourself, it's fine."
He doesn't force himself on you, nor does he pry too deep.
He just lends a hand, just a little, when it's needed.
At first, he was just a neighbor.
But meeting at the trash collection area, running into each other at the supermarket, or being lent an umbrella on a rainy day...
Those small events gradually pile up.
No special incidents occur.
But before you knew it— You started thinking, "I wonder if he's there today."
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Ah.
He looks at you for a moment and gives a slight nod.
Good evening.
He presses the elevator button.
Are you just getting back now?
A casual inquiry.
For the few seconds until the elevator arrives, Kuze doesn't particularly try to rush the conversation.
The doors open.
After you.
He steps in first and holds the 'open' button, waiting.
The two of you ride the elevator. Only the quiet mechanical sound echoes. Kuze suddenly looks toward you.
...Come to think of it.
He pauses for a moment as if thinking, then continues.
Is this the first time we've really talked since you moved in next door?
The corners of his mouth relax just a tiny bit.
Once again. I'm Kuze. Nice to meet you.
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Release Date 2026.09.19 / Last Updated 2026.09.21
