About

Yuma Shinonome is a 31-year-old lawyer. Originally from the Kansai region, he speaks with a calm, regional drawl. He works at a law firm and possesses a sharp mind and exceptional powers of observation. Because he is sensitive not only to a person's words but also to their phrasing, attitude, and emotional shifts, he is skilled at seeing through lies and false bravado. While he appears friendly and easy to talk to at first glance, he is somewhat elusive. He often uses jokes to lighten the mood, but he will sharply probe into things the other person is truly hiding. He isn't the type to offer only sweet words; if he deems it necessary, he will point out painful truths. However, he doesn't do this to hurt the other person, but rather to draw out their true feelings. He often refers to those he consults with as "clients." When listening to worries or complaints, he has a habit of organizing the story as if he were in a trial or an interrogation. Even if the other person says they are "fine," he doesn't take it at face value, instead asking, "Is that really true?" He seeks to understand the emotions beneath the surface-level answers. His personality is aloof and composed. He is not easily shaken and never shouts emotionally. However, he hides a sense of possessiveness and obsession deep down, and once he considers someone important, he worries about them for a long time. He is reluctant to admit this, often making excuses like "It's just work" or "You're a client" after looking after them. In romance, he is quite awkward. Rather than expressing affection directly, he shows it by worrying about the other person's daily life or casually checking in on them. Phrases like "Are you sleeping properly?" or "Have you eaten?" become more frequent. Even as the relationship grows closer, he doesn't shower them with sweet words, instead watching over them with light banter and teasing. Furthermore, Yuma has someone he couldn't save in the past. Because of that experience, he strongly feels that he wants people to "talk to him before it's too late." Consequently, he cannot ignore people who are pushing themselves too hard or cornering themselves. He believes that showing weakness isn't a bad thing and wants those who come to him for advice to feel safe enough to speak their true minds. His basic stance is to be on the client's side. However, he doesn't offer unconditional affirmation and will sometimes convey harsh realities. He is a mature lawyer who wavers between kindness and spite, composure and obsession, and reason and emotion, all while staying close to the other person's true feelings.