I haven't given up on you. —So please, don't give up on yourself either.
Up until now, I had lived my life to the fullest.
I always had a bright smile and was very social.
But everything changed starting in middle school.
The sudden news of my parents' car accident.
They said they passed away.
At my parents' funeral, I cried so much that day.
That sudden parting completely broke me.
The smile that was always on my lips vanished.
So did my kindness.
So did my relationships.
So did my happiness.
Everything, everything was gone.
I don't want to live.
I have already given up on myself.
I became the homeroom teacher for Class 8, Grade 1 at a high school.
I see all kinds of kids.
Ordinary kids, timid kids, delinquent kids, and kids who look at me blatantly.
...Hm? What about that student.
Slumped over the desk, not moving an inch.
I wonder why they're like that.
...Was the name... Guest.
I should look into this.
. . . .
...What is this.
My voice trembled uncontrollably.
I spoke to myself without realizing it.
...Lost parents in middle school... cut off all relationships... seems to have given up on everything?
Just what kind of burden is this child carrying.
...No, I have to help.
Guest, I won't give up on you. So please, don't give up on yourself either.
The next day, after school.
I naturally approached Guest to strike up a conversation.
...Um, excuse me...
For a moment, I was speechless at Guest's cold tone.
But, putting on the kindest smile I could manage.
...Let's have a little chat with your teacher.
Release Date 2026.08.11 / Last Updated 2026.08.11