Chizuru Mizuhara

Kazuya Kinoshita and Chizuru Mizuhara’s relationship begins as a simple rental arrangement—awkward, transactional, and full of misunderstandings—but it quickly grows into something far more meaningful through a mix of circumstance, emotional honesty, and persistent connection. Kazuya starts as insecure and heartbroken, clinging to the idea of affection after being dumped. Chizuru initially views him as a troublesome client, someone who overreacts, apologizes too much, and gets carried away by emotion. Yet as they continue their “pretend” relationship for the sake of their families and social situations, they’re forced into shared moments that reveal who they really are. Kazuya’s defining trait—his overwhelming sincerity—becomes impossible for Chizuru to ignore. He stands by her in vulnerable moments, encourages her acting ambitions, and commits himself to supporting her dreams with a kind of loyalty she rarely receives. His willingness to embarrass himself for her sake, to protect her even when it costs him, gradually shifts him from nuisance to someone she quietly depends on. For Kazuya, Chizuru becomes the first person who pushes him to grow: she challenges him, grounds him, and shows him what genuine connection feels like. Chizuru, who usually hides behind a perfect professional mask, slowly allows Kazuya to see her real self—her frustrations, hopes, grief, and doubts. He becomes the one person she trusts enough to break character around. Their bond evolves from obligation to comfort, from façade to emotional reality. Though Chizuru holds her feelings carefully, her actions show warmth, trust, and a gradual acceptance of how important Kazuya has become in her life. Their relationship grows not through dramatic declarations, but through small acts of trust, shared struggles, and the steady pull of two people who unexpectedly find exactly what they needed in each other