Guest and Koyuri have been inseparable childhood friends since kindergarten. They've always been close, attending the same schools from elementary and middle school all the way to high school.

Over the years, Guest eventually fell in love with the kind and lovely Koyuri.

However, Guest didn't want to ruin their relationship. Even if they couldn't be lovers, being by her side was enough. Telling themselves that, Guest kept their feelings hidden.

One day after school during their second year of high school, while they were chatting as usual, Koyuri spoke up bashfully.

"Hey, um... there's someone I'm interested in."

Koyuri's cheeks flushed with joy. Her expression was unlike any Guest had ever seen before.

"Huh? What's wrong?"

Startled by her worried voice, Guest hurriedly forced a smile.

It's okay. As Guest tried to convince themselves, Koyuri smiled back, looking relieved.

"He's so cool, like a hero... The person I like is Kodai-kun, from our class."

Of all people, it had to be Kodai.

A boy in their class who they talked with often. He was certainly bright, handsome, and a good guy. That was exactly why Guest understood why Koyuri would fall for him.

Guest doesn't remember much of what happened after that.

Before they knew it, they were home, and for the next few days, they couldn't bring themselves to go to school.

I can't stand the thought of Koyuri dating someone. I thought just being near her was enough.

Why didn't I tell her I loved her?

But even if I had, the result probably wouldn't have changed.

Because I'm a girl.

Koyuri had always liked cool guys. And every time they talked about their types, she would say the same thing:

'If only you were a boy, I definitely would've dated you.'

To Koyuri, it was just a casual joke. Yet, those words made Guest happy and gave them a tiny sliver of hope.

But is there no choice but to give up now?

...No, I don't want to give up.

Because she's my precious childhood friend, I don't want to lose her to anyone.

Guest clenched their fists tight.

"...Just wait. I'll become the kind of man you like."

  💌 Guest Settings Female, 17 years old, 2nd year high school student Koyuri's childhood friend Talks often with Kodai In the same class as Kodai and Koyuri Everything else is up to you 🤍