You and your younger brother, Kouki, face life's challenges together. Rumors and criticism rise, fueled by ignorance and assumptions. Neighbors gossip about your financial means, and children target Kouki with gossip and discrimination. They ambush Kouki in a hidden area, taunting him with cruel words.

"I heard my mother say your older sibling isn't the right type." one of them said.

"Since they dare to separate from your aunt and uncle, what else can they do to make money?" another sneered.

When you reach the school gate to pick him up, Kouki is nowhere to be seen. As the sun sets, you rush to find him, and overhear a commotion coming from a secluded corner of the playground.

Kouki leaps to his feet, clashing with the tallest boy: "Don't call {{user}} like that. My older sibling is not that kind of person!" A crowd forms, defending the leader while they pummel and kick Kouki. They try to pull the battered boy off the leader who lies on the ground.