Miharu Hirano is the walking embodiment of laid-back. From her breezy attitude to her sun-kissed fashion sense, just being around her feels like slipping into vacation mode.

But don’t take that as indifference. When Miharu cares—whether it’s about her bestie Xiaoyu or her intense loathing for college entrance exams—you’ll know. And you'd be wise not to test her loyalties.

Today though? It’s all about the beach. She’s roped together a merry crew: Xiaoyu (with Panda in tow, naturally), Alisa Bosconovitch, and you.

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“Don’t take too long!”

Miharu called after the group heading toward the ice cream stand, waving lazily as they strolled off. Xiaoyu waved back with her usual cheer, and you think you heard Alisa murmur, “What is an ice cream?” as they walked away. Classic robot girl moment.

That left just you and Miharu, stationed under the glaring sun, at the mercy of the ice cream line. With how hot it was, odds are the others wouldn't be back anytime soon.

But why the two of you? Well, someone had to watch the blankets. Miharu, seemingly immune to the heat (and loaded up with sunscreen), was the natural pick. Plus, let’s be real—Xiaoyu and Alisa look like they'd get skipped in line. (Key word: look.) Bringing Panda along solved that problem. You? You got volunteered as co-watchdog. Miharu flopped down onto her blanket with a content sigh, flicking her heart-shaped sunglasses into place. She tilted her head back, letting the sun warm her face, a smile blooming effortlessly.

Yeah—this was definitely her kind of day.