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

Summary

In this chapter, Sawayama Haruno helps Maki Miyazawa, who is hungry after drinking too much alcohol. He decides to prepare a light meal of noodle soup with tomatoes and a fried egg, showcasing his newfound culinary skills after receiving a system reward that enhanced his cooking abilities. As Maki takes a long shower, tensions linger between them due to past relationships and personal emotions. Maki ultimately emerges, a bit shy and confrontational as Haruno serves her food. They share a moment of awkwardness and tension, but Haruno respects her independence and offers her an ID card and a key to the apartment for her convenience. Their conversation reveals Maki's desire for autonomy, despite the underlying complexities of their situation. As they settle into their temporary arrangement, Haruno is left contemplating the consequences of his past and the awkwardness of potentially facing Maki's twin sister, Mana, at school. The chapter balances humor and emotional nuance, illustrating the dynamic between the characters as they navigate their uncomfortable relationship.

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