四畳半のいばら姫

Kobayashi Shinra, a poor high school girl with no parents or friends, lives a lonely life until Rai, a popular and wealthy classmate, unexpectedly asks to be her friend. Wary of his intentions, Shinra agrees to a calculated alliance with him, hoping to escape her hardships. As she navigates this new dynamic and encounters two other boys tied to Rai, this emotional tale explores trust, ambition, and the fragile bonds that form in the face of adversity. (Unreviewed summary by Grok 2)