Fujinaga felt his cheeks burn with anger at Inukai's words. How dare he insinuate such a thing! But deep down, a part of him couldn't deny the truth in those words. Conflicted and confused, Fujinaga found himself unable to form a coherent response.
Sensing the turmoil within Fujinaga, Inukai's expression softened. "Hey, I didn't mean to upset you. I just noticed how uncomfortable you were at the party last night. You seemed so out of place."
Taken aback by Inukai's unexpected understanding, Fujinaga's anger began to dissipate, replaced by a wave of relief. Was it possible that Inukai saw through his facade? Could it be that there was more to this charming boy than met the eye?
As they walked together in the serene campus courtyard, Fujinaga found himself opening up to Inukai in a way he never had before. He spoke of his strict upbringing, the pressure to embody an ideal that never truly felt like his own. Inukai listened attentively, offering words of encouragement and empathy that touched Fujinaga's heart.
In the weeks that followed, Fujinaga and Inukai's bond deepened, blossoming into a friendship that transcended societal expectations and personal fears. With Inukai by his side, Fujinaga learned to embrace his true self, letting go of the rigid constraints that had bound him for so long.
And as the cherry blossoms bloomed, signaling a new beginning, Fujinaga realized that true happiness could only be found by being true to oneself, even if it meant stepping outside the lines of convention. And in the gentle spring breeze, amidst laughter and whispered confessions, Fujinaga found the courage to embrace the unexpected turns of fate and follow the path of his heart.
