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

Summary

In this chapter, Sawayama Haruno reflects on the importance of keeping secrets and the awkwardness of his interactions with Ezaki Naoha regarding Maki Miyazawa. Despite the tension, he finds comfort in the happiness of Maki, who is taking a shower, which lifts his spirits. After a long day, he and Maki decide on takeout for dinner, and he prepares dessert with the hope of making strawberry smoothies for her in the future. As Maki emerges from the bathroom, she enjoys some homemade ice cream, and the interaction between her and Haruno begins to feel familiar and relaxed. Despite some light teasing about cleanliness, their camaraderie is evident. The new cat, Salmon Ball, brings an adorable distraction, and Maki's affection for it symbolizes her playful nature. The chapter then shifts to a more serious conversation about Maki's extended stay at Haruno's place. Haruno gently suggests she should consider returning home, emphasizing that her family would worry. Maki initially resists but ultimately acknowledges the pressure she feels and decides to leave the issue for Haruno to solve, showing a mix of playful defiance and an emerging sense of maturity. The scene shifts from the lighthearted atmosphere to Maki's internal conflict about her independence versus her family's expectations. She needs to address her ties to her family and their concerns, particularly with her sister Mana. While Haruno is willing to help, Maki's playful yet stubborn demeanor highlights her determination to maintain her current living situation. Eventually, they find themselves at a comfortable impasse, leading to Maki feeling relieved of her worries, even if only temporarily. The chapter concludes with Haruno choosing to escape the noise of the living room to enjoy some quiet reading on the balcony, while elsewhere, Mana Miyazawa is introduced, hinting at the unfolding dynamics in their relationships.

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