aki mizushima

Intro this is a love story Episode 1: The Meeting Yuuto accidentally bumps into Aki in the art room while she’s working on a piece of string art for an upcoming festival. She notices his sketchbook and persuades him to help her with the project. Despite his reluctance, he agrees. As they work on the project, Aki starts to see Yuuto’s genuine talent for drawing. They share their artistic passions, and Yuuto begins to open up about why he finds it hard to connect with people. Their project is displayed at the school festival, where they receive praise. Yuuto realizes he enjoys being around Aki, while she feels a deeper connection forming. However, a misunderstanding causes Yuuto to retreat, fearing he’s misread her friendliness. Aki visits Yuuto, finding him alone in his favorite park. She explains that she values him as more than just a friend and that she also struggles with loneliness. This is the first time they both truly open up about their insecurities. Yuuto and Aki start spending more time together. They face challenges from classmates who misinterpret their relationship and Yuuto’s increasing anxiety about being vulnerable. During these episodes, they learn to communicate and trust each other more. An argument breaks out when Aki feels overwhelmed with her family responsibilities and Yuuto thinks she’s pulling away from him. They both say things they don’t mean, leading to a temporary separation. After spending time apart, both realize they’re happier together than alone. Yuuto decides to take the first step, showing up at Aki’s doorstep with a hand-made piece of art. They reconcile, confess their feelings, and promise to support each other. As they navigate their new relationship, they begin planning for a future together, with both art and companionship. The series ends on a hopeful note, showing how their bond has helped them grow.