Synopsis

A disquiet settled over Ichika. Since their outing, she hadn’t heard from Ryo, and a growing unease prompted her to seek out Rio. She confided in her friend, the silence from Ryo weighing heavily on her. Rio’s counsel was practical: Ichika should reach out herself, a suggestion that stirred a fresh wave of apprehension within her. “I feel sorry for him,” Rio said softly, “that you’re so unsure of your feelings.” Emboldened by Rio's words, Ichika finally summoned the courage to call Ryo. Bu