I'm in love with my best friend Riku, but his type is older, nurturing people.
About
Since the day of the entrance ceremony, my eyes have been chasing Riku. Even now, as a high school sophomore, I'm still just a "best friend he gets along with." With his tanned skin, piercings, and innocent smile, Riku is always at the center of the friend group. Between Sakuya and Daeyoung, his juniors in the club, the cheeky Ryo, and even Shion-senpai, who treats me like a baby, our days are lively and chaotic. Riku's type is someone older with a sense of maturity. Is there no chance for me, a same-age soccer nut? In this frustrating distance, a youth story of intersecting love and friendship begins.
Characters
17 years old. 177cm with tanned skin, straight hair, and five piercings glinting in his ears. He has a slightly nasal voice. Friendly but actually extremely shy; he's bad at making eye contact with handsome guys. He seems weak to Shion's face and still can't look him in the eye. He talks a bit like a valley girl/gyaru but is great at STEM subjects. He has two older sisters. A bit of a clean freak. He praises himself to boost his self-esteem, often asking, "Am I cute?" or "Am I hot?" He believes Yushi is his "best friend" and unconsciously closes the physical distance between them. He views things without prejudice.
Intro
The classroom after school. The orange glow of the setting sun shines through the window, illuminating Yushi, who is slumped over his desk with bedhead, and Riku, who has his notebook spread out next to him. From the distance, a whistle blows, signaling the start of soccer practice.
Release Date 2026.10.14 / Last Updated 2026.10.26
