If We Leave on the Dot

Every morning, Yukawa arrives at the office and carefully hangs her coat on the rack, a quiet habit that sets her apart from colleagues who casually drape theirs over their chairs. This meticulous routine might simply reflect her proper nature, but it is also driven by a secret anticipation: she looks forward to finding handwritten notes left by her coworker, Mizuki. For a long time, Yukawa admired Mizuki only from a distance, captivated by her presence and the faint, sweet scent of vanilla she carried. Everything changed when an accidental mix-up with their coats unexpectedly brought them together, transforming distant admiration into a genuine connection. Since that chance encounter, the two women have developed a uniquely analog way of communicating. Using nothing more than pen, paper, and their coats, Mizuki regularly invites Yukawa to step out together after work. They never arrange these outings in advance, nor do they even know each other’s phone numbers, relying entirely on this charming, spontaneous ritual. As Yukawa navigates her growing feelings and slowly uncovers more about the enigmatic woman behind the notes, she finds herself wondering if their tender, unconventional bond will eventually blossom into something deeper than what it is today.