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

Summary

Sawayama Haruno reflects on his growing bond with Maki as he acknowledges her increased trust in him. Mana Miyazawa, Maki’s twin sister, confronts him, sensing that their relationship has changed. Mana's curiosity leads her to press Haruno for details, which he hesitantly admits to, suggesting Maki feels that dating him elevates her status over Mana. This revelation brings Mana joy, as she connects this to Maki's feelings and her own unresolved issues. As their conversation deepens, Mana reveals emotional turmoil stemming from their family's past, particularly concerning Mine Shiori’s recent loss. She discusses feeling guilty about not being there for Maki and how this guilt prevented her from pursuing her relationship with Haruno. Tears fall as she expresses her regret over their breakup, showcasing her internal struggles and realization of her failure to help her sister. The chapter emphasizes the complexity of relationships among the three characters—acknowledging their intertwined emotions and the impact of past decisions. It ends with an acknowledgment of their shared pain and the immediate distraction of a phone call interrupting the weighty moment, illustrating the unresolved feelings still lingering in the air.

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