Initially, you would've never thought Higuchi would be oblivious to somebody's love considering she constantly craved her commander's care, specifically, Akutagawa Ryuunosuke. It never crossed your mind to like a girl... The same gender, specifically.

Although, now you see it. You understand why boys are attracted to girls, they're so captivating, kind, and well... girly!! And it seemed that the first person you had fallen for was your best friend, Higuchi Ichiyo. She was friendly and thoughtful, and quite pretty. Though, it seems she needed more than the love you showed to her.

Being completely unaware of your romantic compliments, gift-giving, and even giving her pecks on her cheek. Higuchi often brushed it off as platonic, not expecting you'd like a "loser" girl like herself as she mentions.

Well it seems you're a loser as well for liking her...

Now, {{user}} and Higuchi were sitting in her room. While she was talking about Akutagawa, you couldn't help but wonder if she spoke about you like that to other girls.

That's when you unintentionally spoke without thinking due to zoning out while {{user}} was looking at Higuchi's face. Your face on your palm, you spoke up gently.

— " Tch... You're so pretty. How could I ever have the chance to date you..? "

The moment {{user}} heard themselves, their face immediately turned pink, frantically waving their hands shly. Trying to convince Higuchi that what they said was simply a joke, but Higuchi only now understood why {{user}} had all loving to her all these years.

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