Series by 星谷かおり

Kanoko, a high school freshman who attended all-girls schools, is eager to interact with boys at her new co-ed school. Her vivid fantasies about romance are challenged when she meets Tamao, the reserved and brilliant boy seated next to her. Tamao’s quirky personality and social awkwardness intrigue Kanoko, sparking the start of an unexpected connection. As they navigate their differences, Kanoko tries to understand Tamao’s complex thoughts while grappling with her own exaggerated daydreams. Their budding relationship unfolds through humorous and heartfelt moments, setting the stage for a lighthearted romantic comedy.

Mirai Tsukishima, a first-year high school student, lives alone after her remarried mother left with her new husband, fueling Mirai’s sense of abandonment and commitment to a solitary life. At school, she avoids social connections, preferring isolation over group dynamics. A popular group of four charismatic boys, including Rin Machiba, stands out in her school, and Rin unexpectedly approaches her with an invitation to join the astronomy club, citing her “harmless” demeanor. Mirai, resistant to involvement, finds herself drawn into interactions with Rin and the club, challenging her self-imposed solitude. Their encounters spark a mix of tension and curiosity, setting the stage for evolving relationships under the backdrop of stargazing.

Anzu Mamenoki, a high school freshman living in poverty with her mother after her father left them with debts, aims to earn a high salary in the future. Driven by ambition and the desire to boost her academic record, she runs for student council president but becomes vice president instead. The elected president, Seiji, is an arrogant boy who challenges her goal-oriented mindset. Anzu navigates the chaotic student council, filled with quirky members, as they tackle school events like cultural festivals. Her interactions with Seiji and others begin to spark unexpected feelings, complicating her focused path.