Tokyo: I Sheltered the Homeless girl (1-156).

Summary

In Chapter 21, titled "My Sister Mana's Grievance," Sawayama Haruno wakes up to prepare for an evening meeting with Miyazawa Mana. After reflecting on his recent interactions with Mana's sister, Maki, who has been acting out and drinking excessively, he contemplates how to handle the situation upon seeing Mana. Haruno arrives at a restaurant in Shinjuku, a place filled with memories from his high school days with Mana, who he finds to be a warm and gentle presence, quite different from the cold demeanor of Maki. As they catch up and engage in playful conversation, Haruno grapples with the troubling dynamics of the Miyazawa sisters, particularly Maki's rebellious phase, which he has recently witnessed. During dinner, Mana notices Haruno's distraction and inquires about Maki, revealing her concern for her sister's well-being. Haruno shares a recent incident at school where Maki mistakenly drew attention to a private moment they shared, further complicating the situation. Despite Mana's initial anger at Maki, it’s clear she deeply cares for her sister. As they converse, Haruno decides to directly ask Mana why they broke up in the past, hoping to uncover insights that might relate to Maki's behavior. Mana's reaction is contemplative, displaying signs of hesitation and inner turmoil. She hints that Maki may have influenced Haruno’s understanding of their breakup, indicating a complex emotional dynamic between the sisters and Haruno. The chapter ends with anticipation around the truth behind the breakup and how it connects to the current issues affecting Maki.

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