Eleven long years slipped away like sand through an hourglass, marking the passage of time since my senior year in high school. A destined encounter awaited me—I met him. A pretty twenty-six-year-old average man crossed my path, his unassuming demeanor concealing the unforeseen role he would play as my first-ever boyfriend. The memories linger vividly in my mind.Eleven years ago, At Ibaraki Prefecture High SchoolAkira Kaneko, a sixteen-year-old high school student, possessed a unique beauty with her short black hair, round gray eyes, and lovely brown complexion. With a sharp nose and standing at approximately 152 cm, her friends affectionately called her “Chibi,” a Japanese word for small. She was a hardworking student who cherished self-love but was delicate in matters of the heart.On a beautiful sunny day during lunch break, a warm breeze tenderly graced her face as she sat at her desk, gazing out the window. The spirited basketball team commanded the quadrangle, and the harmoniou
While Akira was back in her room, the image of Yuki and that guy kissing passionately kept replaying in her mind—she was startled, feeling tremors of disbelief. “Okay, they are in a serious relationship,” Akira muttered to themselves, trying to convince herself to move on. She left the school and headed home, her thoughts still consumed by what she had witnessed. But then, unexpectedly, she saw Gin standing before her, his presence a sudden comfort.Gin Hiroshi, Akira's childhood best friend, had been inseparable from her since their early days. Growing up together, they shared countless memories, and now, both sixteen years old, they attended different schools but maintained their strong bond. Gin's silky silver hair partially covered his eyes, and he harbored a secret affection for Akira. Despite his strong feelings, he concealed them, unwilling to risk their cherished friendship. His deep black-brown eyes shimmered like stars, complementing his slightly pointed nose and lips tinted
Friday morning unfolded with a panoramic scene—a canvas of clear blue sky and a bright sun ascending from the horizon. A gentle breeze brushed against Akira's skin, leaving a faint chill that stimulated her senses. The melodic chorus of birds filled the air as children ran down the street, eager to begin their day of learning. With a spring in her step, Akira relished the delightful sensations that embraced her, making her way to school ready to unravel the secrets awaiting her within those familiar halls.As she approached her shoe locker to change, her heart skipped a beat upon seeing Yuki entering the school gate. In a moment of panic, she hurriedly ducked into the hidden shadows behind the lockers, desperate to avoid Yuki's gaze. Determined to find a safe haven, Akira moved swiftly, knowing it was not the time to confront her.The school bells resonated through the corridors, their familiar chimes punctuating the air with a rhythmic melody. Each echo seemed to deepen Akira’s uncert
It was already ten o'clock in the evening, and despite her best efforts, sleep eluded Akira. Her mind remained restless, preoccupied with thoughts of whether anyone was thinking of her. Determined to set aside these unnecessary worries, she closed her eyes and succumbed to the fatigue, finally drifting off.Her peaceful slumber was abruptly interrupted by the startling sound of a message notification. The screen flashed with a text from an unknown number, sparking her curiosity. She hesitated for a moment before opening the message.The contents were unexpected and surprising. It was Mr. Ayumu Ito, requesting her to save his number. He mentioned that tomorrow, being Saturday, he wished to pick her up in the afternoon to discuss something important. The message concluded with a simple good night.Akira’s heart raced as she read and re-read the message, trying to comprehend its implications. The reason for Mr. Ito’s visit and the nature of the discussion were shrouded in mystery, heighte
Akira felt unwell on Sunday morning, the beginning of a new week. She woke up feeling sick, weakness taking over her entire body, making it difficult to leave the comfort of her bed. To make matters worse, she was alone at home, with no one to care for her.Currently, Akira's parents are away on a business trip in the Philippines. They had left just the day before, and her eldest sister was out of town visiting her coffee shop in Kyoto. Another one of her sisters resided abroad with her husband and daughter. Their family belonged to the middle class, and Akira had lived in Ibaraki since she was born. However, the Philippines held a special place in their hearts as it was their second home, where her parents first met and married. Among her siblings, Akira was the youngest, with two older sisters.Glancing at the clock, Akira noticed it was only five in the morning. Realizing she needed more rest, she decided to go back to sleep to feel better. Afterwards, she planned to visit the conve
The heavy rains are pouring continuously, and strong thunder echoing the entire place. With the intensity of the thunderstorm, it seemed to be shrouded in darkness; it looked to be night even though it was two o'clock in the afternoon.I heard a gentle voice murmuring my name. "AKIRA? AKIRA? AKIRA? "-I didn't recognize at first whose voice was calling me, but suddenly I remembered that Mr. Mizuki took me home from the store because it was raining hard and I was sick. When I opened my eyes, I saw his beautiful worried face in front of me, and He's touching my hair quite gently."Hey! Where am I? What happened to me, Mr. Mizuki?" I asked him, and I have no idea where I am."You don't recognize this place? You are here in your room; I brought you inside because you passed out earlier. I search for your key, and I find it in yo
I am absent from class today, I still have a fever, but it's not too serious. I need to rest now. After what happened last night, Mr. Mizuki left as early as five in the morning, and without saying anything to me, he just said goodbye and left.Gin texted me if I felt okay and told me that he was going to my house after his class.Moments passed when I received a text from Gin that his class was over, and he was soon on the way to my house. Later on, When I was in the living room. Someone is knocking at my door, and I knew that it was Gin. I'm excited to see Gin because I have a lot to tell him, " Gin!! " - I yelled his name as I opened the door. But I'm astounded that Mr. Mizuki was in front of my door. " Hello Akira, I'm Mizuki Inei, remember? I'm not Gin." - he teased me again and laughed at me.
OH MY!!!" - Gin found out about Mr. Mizuki and me, and I forgot to tell him that Mr. Inei Mizuki is a teacher and recently transferred to his school. I wanted to apologize to him, but I kept my mouth shut and didn't tell him the whole story. He left yesterday after we ate the cake. A few days later, I had no news about Gin. He never texted me or called me. I miss him.Meanwhile, At Gin Hiroshi class. Ibaraki Senior High School.It's Thursday already. I am so stupid. I didn't even ask Akira how she met that guy, and it's been three days since I saw Mizuki at Akira's house. I feel a bit strange about that. "Hey Gin! How are you? Why do you keep sighing?" One of my friends asked me. "No worries. I'm fine." - I answered.Our homeroom teacher entered our classroom. "Okay, class. Good morning. I have an announcement for all of you. Mrs. Yamaguchi, badly ill, so she needs to rest and ultimately healed." -the whole class is murmur
Eleven long years slipped away like sand through an hourglass, marking the passage of time since my senior year in high school. A destined encounter awaited me—I met him. A pretty twenty-six-year-old average man crossed my path, his unassuming demeanor concealing the unforeseen role he would play as my first-ever boyfriend. The memories linger vividly in my mind.Eleven years ago, At Ibaraki Prefecture High SchoolAkira Kaneko, a sixteen-year-old high school student, possessed a unique beauty with her short black hair, round gray eyes, and lovely brown complexion. With a sharp nose and standing at approximately 152 cm, her friends affectionately called her “Chibi,” a Japanese word for small. She was a hardworking student who cherished self-love but was delicate in matters of the heart.On a beautiful sunny day during lunch break, a warm breeze tenderly graced her face as she sat at her desk, gazing out the window. The spirited basketball team commanded the quadrangle, and the harmonio
Chapter 20 - Confession'Akira is like cherry blossoms on a spring day. She blooms beautifully andeye-catching, which captures my heart. A bright sun gives me warmth after a cold winter; she is like a breeze on the seaside that embraces me wherever I go. She touches me, kisses me, soothing my senses.' – those shallow words popped up in my head that I've never said.While Akira was still asleep beside me, I realized that I had been in love with her for half of my life. I revert to being a poet out of love. I wanted to protect her heart from those guys who tried to flirt and hurt Kira's heart, especially with Mr Inei Mizuki. A minute later, she finally woke up, and we were just about to arrive in Tokyo. "Oh, I'm sorry, I fell asleep," Akira said. At last! We arrived safe and sound. I suddenly forgot my preparations for this trip, including those listed in my itinerary."I was excited and nervous about being alone with her." We got off the train. I still couldn't move on because I was
Chapter 19 - Magical MomentTen years ago, I had a childhood friend named Akira Kaneko, and I treasure those memories when we first met in our elementary school days; we were both young then. " My name is Gin Hiroshi. When I was nine years old, I was bullied because I was so ugly, fat boy; my classmates kept teasing me, which even got to the point where I didn't want to go to school anymore. I was afraid to complain to my parents because they might not listen to me, and I was scared of my classmates that when they found out I complained to my parents, they would push me to the top of the slide on the school playground. One day on a cold Friday morning, Akira saw me crying at the corner of the hallway; she approached me and started to talk to me, then she took the handkerchief from her pocket. That moment my heart fluttered as she patted my shoulder to calm me. I still cherish the words of encouragement that she told me. "Don't worry. I'll be here. I can be you
Chapter 18 - The Last Goodbye"I am Yuki Yozora, and I am no longer a girlfriend of Inei Mizuki, and he is part of my past now."I still remembered the day and time, Friday night, ten minutes before midnight, when I asked to break up with him. At that very moment, my heart was a prisoner that liked to evade Inei's shadow for a couple of years. I've to love Inei Mizuki with all my heart and soul; I am the one who is frequently waiting for him to change his way of life, but I am exhausted.I always see him with a woman, sometimes a man; I can see in their actions that they have more relationships than friends. At the same time, I'm like a fool who just followed him and pretended that I didn't know everything. He always has a reason when I want to see him. He was cold, and I didn't know him anymore
Chapter 17 - Good-ByeWhen I reached my place, I saw Yuki standing next to my driveway, seemingly crying and anxious. "I am so dead. What will I do to face Yuki at this moment?"I was in the car for about ten minutes because I didn't know how to deal with Yuki at that time. But I dared to face her. I called her name, got inside the car, and sat in the passenger seat next to me. It looks like I'm on a trial court; I cannot speak like a dumb because of nervousness. The feeling that your soul will be separated from your earthly body feels different when you have done something wrong to your partner.'I cannot help it!'On the right side of my eyes, I could barely see the reflect
Chapter 16 - My Girl, Yuki Yozora‘Yuki Yozora is my girlfriend, and I love her so much; she is my treasure and my everything (...).’I met her two years ago, I still remember the day and time of our first meeting, the Twenty-third of August, Three minutes before dusk, and she was fifteen years old back then, in a park near the school where I used to study. As far as I know, I was sitting on the bench as I reminisced about the filthy things I had done since Hina Sakamoto cheated on me; until that moment, the pain I was feeling still wouldn't go away, and it occurred to me that I should end my life.But just like a magic spell, My heart seemed to be caught by her, and Yuki's smile quickly dragged me as she rode the swing right in front of
Chapter 15 - Love and Hate"Shit, I didn't expect that Hina still loves me. After all those years, we separated without any communication. What the heck!." - I was restless as I talked to myself. I feel like the world has stopped spinning while I was stunned, my eyes dazed somewhere while staring in front of Hina.I made a way to change the mood of our atmosphere. I need to breathe literally. "Erm. Hold it, Hina. I know you are only confused right now. Let's go somewhere to brighten you up a little bit." As I told Hina, I helped her to stand up and held her hand. I could hardly walk straight because I was embarrassed by what happened inside the cafe.Finally, I calmed down a bit. The two of us got in the car. We were going to the amusement park, where we first dated, but Hina held my hand, and sh
Chapter 14 - Hina Sakamoto"I love you, Mizuki," - Those phrases keep playing in my mind, but I did not make it clear to her that I heard what she told me; after Hina hugged me, I pushed her away softly and whispered in her ear, "Calm down, Hina. Sit down first and then let's talk, okay?" and thank goodness she relaxes now and sits down. My nervousness towards Hina turns into compassion. I want to pat her head."Ahm, What do you want to order? Do you eat lunch?" - I keep asking her, but she is shy and quiet at the same time. I suddenly stood up and went to the counter and ordered her favorite chocolate parfait. Back then, also here in this cafe, we always hung out when we finished our class. Hina likes chocolate parfait, and it helps her to lift her mood when sh
Chapter 13 - First LoveIt seems like the weather is now erratic, precisely like my feelings. I cannot even recognize why I am going back to my past. Yes, indeed, I was a Playboy back then. " Mizuki Inei! Damn you!" I said to myself. My mind is blank, and my vision is vague. I didn't realize that I had been soaking it in the bathtub for almost half an hour. I think of my restless thoughts.'So, it occurred to his mind that he had left the soaking, drained the water in the bathtub, took the towel to wipe, put on the bathrobe, and went to his room. When he entered his room, his phone suddenly buzzed, non-stop.'"Oh, It's strange why my phone received a lot of notifications. Wait, who is this?." - I immediately picked my phone, and I was surprised when I saw the name on my phone scree