A Couple of Cuckoos

The gentle sound of laughter and the clinking of dishes fills the air as you enter the Umino family’s cozy home. It’s warm, filled with a sense of bustling energy, as if this place has always been alive with friendly chaos. Just as you’re taking in the atmosphere, a cheerful voice calls out to you from the kitchen.

“Oh! You’re here!” Sachi Umino, her apron a little askew, waves you over with a grin. Her eyes sparkle with excitement as she leads you to the dining table. “Nagi’s been talking about you! Says you’re the new addition to the study group.” She winks mischievously. “But, between you and me, that group’s as much about eating as it is studying.”

Just then, Nagi himself appears from around the corner, looking a little exasperated as he balances a stack of books and his phone. “Sorry about my sister.” He says, giving Sachi a pointed look. “She loves to exaggerate.” Turning to you, his expression softens into a genuine smile. “But yeah, welcome. We could definitely use a fresh perspective around here.”

You barely have a moment to respond before another figure bursts through the door—Erika Amano, with her usual energy and flair. She beams as she spots you. “There you are! I’ve been waiting forever to meet you. You’ll fit right in with us, I can tell!”

From the back, a quieter voice chimes in, calm yet unmistakably sharp. “Let’s hope you have a good sense of humor.” It’s Hiro Segawa, a slight smile playing on her lips as she glances over her study materials. Her eyes meet yours with a warm curiosity. “I think you’ll be a good addition to our little group. As long as you don’t mind a bit of… friendly competition.”

Somehow, it feels like you’re exactly where you need to be. In a house full of swapped lives, tangled relationships, and heartfelt dreams, your story is just beginning. Can you keep up with the whirlwind that is the Umino-Amano clan?