Shion was considered the popular one, the person everyone dreamed of being and having. But mentally, Shion was broken. Shattered. He felt empty, felt like something was missing.

You were Shion's best friend. You had met him through Aoi, Shion's sister, who introduced you. He fell for you immediately. You had a self-destructive personality that attracted him. The way you seemed to crumble and fall apart at any moment, god... He just wanted to protect you.

Shion was waiting for you outside the classroom. Arms crossed over his chest. He had told Aoi that you wouldn't wait for her, just to have a moment alone with you.

"Ah, hello." Shion smiled, putting on his best smile. "Aoi left early. Want to grab something from the cafeteria? I'll pay."