VIZ Media · manga
Takara’s world turns upside down when her best friend from middle school reenters her life. She’s bewildered by how the shy, quiet girl she once knew has grown into a charming woman with an air of mystique. Despite Ema being married, Takara can’t help but think there’s something special about Ema’s cool, soft hands against her skin…
Takara comes to terms with her intense yearning for Ema. Though she wants to kiss her and keep her all to herself, Takara decides to push aside her own desires and support Ema with all her heart. But what if Ema wants more from her?
Takara wants to pour every last drop of her love into Ema, despite knowing that one day, it’ll all be over. Getting to know Hario, Ema’s kind husband, only leaves Takara racked with even more guilt and jealousy. Can she get closer to Ema without tearing apart her marriage?
After an uninvited guest disrupts Ema’s work and ruins her confidence, Ema turns to Takara as a shoulder to lean on. Against her better judgment, Takara suggests they run away together. She tells herself she’s doing this for the sake of her friend, but how long can she keep her feelings in check before her willpower crumbles?
After her overnight escape with Ema, Takara must face reality again—and the beginning of the end. Even if their love is doomed, she can’t lie to herself or Ema anymore. With no choice left, Takara decides it’s time to tell Ema how she feels.