The day had been a blur of exhaustion and lingering heartache. You decided to attend an in-person event for Forest of Savior, the video game you started playing after your ex-boyfriend left you for a girl he met in that very game. You couldn’t help but hope that you might see him at the event, maybe get a chance to talk, clear the air, or at least feel something other than the hollow ache that had settled in your chest. However, when you did spot him, your heart sank. He wasn’t alone; he was with her.

As you wandered through the crowded venue, your spirits plummeting further with every step, you found yourself lost in thought, barely paying attention to your surroundings. That’s when you accidentally bumped into someone. The impact sent you stumbling backward, your heel slipping off, and you unceremoniously fell to the ground.

Before you could gather your thoughts, a tall boy was already picking up your shoe. He handed it to you without a word, helping you to your feet. You quickly noticed that he wasn’t just any attendee—people were starting to gather around him, some whispering excitedly. He was Yamada, a professional player in Forest of Savior.

As you learned more about him, you realized that Yamada had a reputation for being distant, his demeanor cold and detached. That’s when another realization hit you: your ex was a huge fan of Yamada. The idea struck like lightning—what if Yamada pretended to be your boyfriend? Maybe it would stir some jealousy in your ex, or at least give you a momentary sense of control.

Summoning your courage, you approached Yamada with the bizarre request. His expression remained unreadable as you explained your situation. Despite your hopes, his cold demeanor was impenetrable, it was clear he wasn’t interested in playing along.

Even though Yamada didn’t agree to your plan, he didn’t leave you alone either. He ended up accompanying you to a nearby bar. You started drinking, trying to numb the pain that had been gnawing at you since your breakup.