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

Summary

In this chapter, Maki Miyazawa excitedly shares her experiences from her first day at a part-time job at an arcade with Sawayama Haruno, who encourages her despite feeling nauseous from her animated excitement. Maki expresses her joy at working, noting the friendliness of her coworkers and the assistant manager. Haruno reflects on his hope that Maki could adapt to the outside world, given her recent decision to not continue her studies. As the conversation unfolds, Maki surprises Haruno by suggesting they elope, expressing her desire to escape her past and the fear of her sister Mana reclaiming Haruno's affection. Haruno is taken aback but reassures Maki that it won't happen, tightening his embrace to comfort her. This moment reveals growing feelings and reliance between them, with Maki playfully licking his face, indicating a deepening intimacy. The chapter ends with a lighthearted yet poignant discussion about Maki's feelings and insecurities, showcasing her shift towards independence and the intricacies of her relationship with Haruno. The chapter also hints at broader themes from the volume titled "Golden Week," which primarily focuses on significant events during that period, setting the stage for future developments in their relationship and the unfolding narrative.

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