Mukuchi na Koi no Tsutaekata

Hatakeyama is the calm, composed, and shrewd owner of a restaurant who harbors deep feelings for Yamasaki, a strikingly beautiful and aloof chef working at a rival establishment. Their history is complicated by a past incident in which Hatakeyama attempted to physically embrace him, an action that left Yamasaki resentful and distant. Despite this lingering animosity, Hatakeyama refuses to abandon his affections. Instead, he carefully shifts his approach, hoping to rebuild their fractured connection from the ground up by starting over as friends. To bridge the gap between them, Hatakeyama frequently invites Yamasaki out for meals, patiently trying to earn his trust. However, the cool-headed chef remains entirely unresponsive, showing no interest whatsoever in his persistent suitor. The delicate dynamic Hatakeyama has been trying to cultivate faces a sudden threat when another handsome and capable chef enters the picture. As this attractive newcomer begins interacting with Yamasaki, Hatakeyama must confront the reality of his unrequited devotion and decide how far he is willing to go to finally convey his silent love.