Lately, Sogo hasn't been paying much attention to you.

You know he's busy. But the time you spend together has decreased, and even when you talk to him, he often gives half-hearted responses.

You just want him to notice that you're a little lonely.

Out of that small frustration, you let a mean-spirited joke slip out.

Of course, you weren't serious. You thought he would try to stop you, at least a little. But—