Episode 27 – That’s not fair

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051601476634937 Knock, knock. There was a loud knock on the door. Without waiting for a reply, the hospital room door swung open forcefully. The first to rush in was Mia. Right behind her, Lilia entered the room, slightly out of breath. Both of them were disheveled—their clothes and hair were a mess. It was … Read more

Episode 6 – Exchanging Contact Information and Posting Notices

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603008595869 The next day after school. When I arrived at “Anemone,” the café where I work part-time, I stopped dead in my tracks the moment I saw the entrance door. “A Hangout for Love’s Losers” The sign that Shiina had made half-jokingly yesterday was now wrapped in clear plastic and prominently displayed right in … Read more

Episode 9 – Can’t compete with her when it comes to cute underclassmen

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603068864073 The next day after school, Mei was waiting by the entrance. Mei Onodera didn’t look like she’d been waiting for me. As if she’d just happened to be there, she was talking with two friends next to the shoe lockers—yet she didn’t miss a beat when I arrived. She wore a slightly oversized … Read more

Episode 26 – When I woke up

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051601476634937 My eyelids felt heavy. Every time I tried to open them. The light hurt. “……” Still. I slowly opened my eyes. A white ceiling. The smell of disinfectant. A sound I’d heard somewhere before. Tick. Tick. Only the sound of the clock echoed quietly. “…Where am I?” My voice was hoarse. My throat … Read more

Episode 5 – A Message to Those Who Have Suffered Heartbreak!

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603008595869 A coffee shop that takes in people who’ve had their hearts broken. It seems a rumor like that—full of good intentions and misunderstandings—is circulating around school. Naturally, “Anemone” doesn’t offer any such service. There’s no special menu for the heartbroken, nor is there a loyalty card based on the number of times you’ve … Read more

Episode 8 – It was senpai who said I was like a younger brother

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603068864073 When the after-school bell rang, the atmosphere in the classroom relaxed a little. As I packed my textbooks into my bag, I glanced at Shiori, who was sitting by the window. We’d agreed to walk home together today. We weren’t going anywhere special. We’d just walk to the station and buy some drinks … Read more

Episode 25 – At the End of Anger

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051601476634937 The Goblin General let out a low growl. The newcomers held their breath at the overwhelming aura emanating from his massive form. But. Leona didn’t flinch. She quietly placed her hand on her sword. The Goblin General roared. He swung his massive iron club overhead and closed the distance in one swift motion. … Read more

Episode 4 – The “Losing Heroine” Can Show Up Anytime, Anywhere

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603008595869 It seems the concept of “opening hours” doesn’t apply to someone who’s just been dumped. “Just let me in, already.” “You’re late.” “It’s still five minutes before opening.” “I feel like I’ve been waiting since yesterday.” “That’s none of my business.” As I unlocked the door, Hinata Natsume strode inside as if she … Read more

Episode 7 – If you’re friends, don’t make someone feel anxious

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603068864073 Even by morning, I still hadn’t heard back from Rino. Rino wasn’t in front of her house or at the corner of her route to school. I’d be lying if I said my heart didn’t ache at all. But I felt that if I reached out to her right then, things would just … Read more

Episode 24 – In a desperate situation

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051601476634937 About ten minutes after leaving the capital. We entered the forest. Even though it was noon, it was strangely quiet. “Alt…” The adventurer leading the way spoke up. “I’m sorry…” “I’m the only one who managed to escape.” I replied without turning around. “I’m not blaming you.” “But…” “If you hadn’t come back, … Read more