No Longer Heroine

Hatori Matsuzaki has always envisioned herself as the leading lady of her own grand romance, and in her mind, there is only one man fit to play the hero: Rita Terasaka. Known throughout their school for his striking looks and undeniable charm, Rita has earned a widespread reputation as a notorious playboy. Yet Hatori remains entirely unbothered by his constant string of admirers. She is convinced that beneath his flirtatious exterior lies a genuinely kind heart, one that she alone truly understands. Her confidence stems from years of unwavering devotion. Having stood by his side longer than anyone else, Hatori believes her love for him far surpasses what any passing infatuation could offer. She comforts herself with the knowledge that he never takes his fleeting romances seriously, viewing them as mere distractions rather than real threats to her ultimate place in his life. Though they are not officially a couple at this very moment, Hatori refuses to let that minor detail shake her resolve. Instead of rushing to confess or compete for his attention, she patiently waits, trusting that fate will inevitably align in her favor. After all, she is certain that destiny has already cast her as his true heroine, making their union only a matter of time.