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Although he fell in love with free-spirited Ai Mizuno in middle school, he never told her how he felt, but when Yuzuru reunites with Ai by chance in the summer of his first year of high school, he realizes his feelings for her have not changed.

Sayu's dismal and lonely high school life suddenly blossoms after she meets her one and only friend, Yuko. But once vicious bullying directed at Yuko begins, the two friends plunge into misery. "I'm sorry, Sayu."

Yuzuru Amida is filled with regret. Although he fell in love with free-spirited Ai Mizuno in middle school, he never managed to tell her how he felt and subsequently drifted apart from her. But when Yuzuru reunites with Ai by chance in the summer of his first year of high school, he realizes that his feelings for her haven¿t changed in the slightest. As this pair of total opposites gets reacquainted, however, they sometimes butt heads and find themselves at odds with each other. When all is said and done, will they end up as friends...or something more?

MOVING FORWARD, ONE STEP AT A TIME At rock bottom after being rejected by his crush, office worker Yoshida reluctantly agreed to take in Sayu, a runaway high school girl he met on the street. Now, as the pair are finally settling into their unusual living situation, Sayu has a request—she’d like to get a part-time job! Sayu has always been reluctant to voice what she wants, and her roommate is overjoyed at her progress. Meanwhile, Yoshida’s crush invites him to dinner, just the two of them...and now she wants to come over?!

After spending an unforgettable evening together, Yoshida and Sayu return to their everyday life with renewed determination. As they continue to interact with Kanda and Mishima and the others around them, they are slowly moving forward. But at that very moment, their worst fear is realized: "I'm here to take back Sayu." The runaway high school girl and the single salaryman. Let your troubles melt away in their heartwarming tale of cohabitation!

Sayu's older brother Issa appears at the convenience store where she works, revealing that there's not much time left. Meanwhile, Yoshida and Sayu go to a local summer festival. In the hustle and bustle of the festival, they share unforgettable memories, and yet...?!

Yoshida arrives in the nick of time to save Sayu from Yaguchi. Afterwards, with some aggressive follow-up by Asami, Sayu manages to become just a little bit stronger. Then Asami takes Sayu by the hand, and shows her a very special place!

All balance is lost with the sudden appearance of Yoshida's ex-girlfriend Kanda! Forced to recall the bittersweet memories of his high school days, Yoshida's heart is considerably shaken. Before long, the effects reach Mishima and Goto, leading to a fierce contest between our heroines!