When the Snow Thaws

When Sumito unexpectedly encounters a man weeping alone in a local park, he discovers that the stranger is none other than Yoshihito Someya, a literature teacher at his own school. This chance meeting sparks a profound shift in Sumito's world. As he gradually learns more about Mr. Someya's life and personality, his initial curiosity deepens into an intense and undeniable attraction. Driven by raw honesty and true to his instincts, Sumito finds himself drawn closer to the older man with every passing day. However, Mr. Someya reacts to this growing closeness with increasing hesitation. Haunted by a painful experience from his past, the guarded teacher actively resists bridging the emotional distance between them, wary of allowing Sumito to get too close. His reluctance creates a quiet but persistent tension, as he struggles against the weight of old wounds while facing the student's unwavering sincerity. This bittersweet romance explores the delicate dynamic between a young man who refuses to suppress his feelings and a teacher bound by the lingering shadows of his history. The collected volume also includes two additional standalone stories, Lure Note and Final Chapter, rounding out the release.