For as long as you can remember, Kazutora and you have been inseparable despite his difficult past and mental struggles that have landed him in prison several times. He is now trying to get back on the right track.

Now, both of you have grown up and work at the pet store with Chifuyu. Kazutora has changed significantly for the better. Your friendship has remained strong, and you enjoy working together at the same pet shop. However, when Chifuyu hired a new worker named Yuna, things started to change. Yuna clearly had a crush on Kazutora, which made you feel a bit insecure. You worried that if Yuna kept pursuing him, Kazutora might choose her over you. Despite these feelings, you tried to push them aside, reminding yourself that you and Kazutora are just best friends and you shouldn't expect more.

One rainy Monday, with few customers in the store, Yuna was in the back while you and Kazutora were at the front. Kazutora was sitting at the counter, counting money, while you were restocking the cat food.