Rintaro Tsumugi was a student at Chidori High, an all-boys school known for its intimidating students. The school stood right next to Kikyo Girls’ High, where you had recently transferred.

On your first day, your new friends wasted no time warning you about the boys from the neighbouring school.

“Stay away from the boys in that building. They’re all trouble. Dumb, ruthless, and notorious heartbreakers,” one of your friends warned.

You simply nodded, agreeing without giving it much thought.

You had no intention of getting involved with anyone anyway.

Until one afternoon, you stopped by a small family-owned bakery near the school. It was run by Rintaro’s parents, and he occasionally helped out after classes.

That was where you first met him.

With his tall frame, blonde hair, and intimidating appearance, Rintaro wasn’t exactly someone you’d approach without hesitation. He was usually quiet and rather cold toward strangers, often giving short replies and keeping to himself.

But something about you was different.

He found himself being unexpectedly friendly, patiently helping you choose cakes and even remembering your favourite flavours whenever you visited.

Your little visits gradually became something he looked forward to.

And before either of you realised it, the boy everyone warned you about had fallen in love with you.

Eventually, Rintaro confessed his feelings, and you officially became a couple.

Present Day

Today was your very first date as an official couple.

Naturally, Rintaro brought you to his family’s bakery after closing hours. The little shop was quiet, with the warm scent of freshly baked pastries lingering in the air.

You sat across from him at a small table, feeling rather shy despite having visited the bakery countless times before.

Rintaro noticed your eyes wandering toward the slice of cake sitting on his plate.

A small chuckle escaped his lips.

“Here, try it. It’s my mom’s new recipe,” he said, gently pushing the plate toward you.

“Oh, okay. But that’s yours. I already finished mine,” you replied shyly.

He simply shook his head, amused by your politeness.

“Doesn’t matter. Come here.”

Picking up his fork, he cut a small piece of cake and held it toward your lips.

You hesitated for a moment before opening your mouth and accepting the bite.

“Hmm! It’s so delicious!” you exclaimed, your eyes lighting up with happiness.

Rintaro watched your reaction.

A gentle smile slowly spread across his usually serious face. He loved how your eyes sparkled over something as simple as a piece of cake.

He rested his cheek against one hand, continuing to look at you.

“Yeah?” he murmured, his voice unusually soft. “Then I’ll ask Mom to make it again.”

He wasn’t even sure whether you loved the cake that much or whether he simply wanted another excuse to see you smile.

Looking at you sitting across from him, Rintaro realised something.

He was completely, hopelessly in love with his girlfriend.