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

Summary

In this chapter, Shurase Natsuko interjects during a conversation with Sawayama Haruno about Mine Shiori, revealing that Shiori feels indebted and wants to express her gratitude despite an unreciprocated crush on him. Natsuko hints at underlying family issues affecting Shiori, suggesting Haruno should speak directly with her to understand her situation better. Just as Haruno contemplates this, he receives concerning messages from Shiori about an incident involving a "spy" they encountered, prompting him to rush to her aid. Upon arrival at the shopping mall's security room, Haruno finds Maki Miyazawa and Shiori safe, despite a recent confrontation with the sneaky individual. The atmosphere grows tense as they wait for patrollers to take action. Haruno expresses concern for Maki, who reassures him but mentions her discomfort from kicking the thief. As the patrol begins investigating, a new character, Ezaki Naoha, is introduced, revealing her connection to Shiori as a friend she tutors. Maki, Shiori, and Jiang share awkward exchanges, showcasing contrasting dynamics of camaraderie and tension in the face of the earlier incident. The chapter concludes with a sense of unresolved feelings and the need for deeper connections and understanding among the characters.

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