I Want a Love Story

For five years, Minari believed he was fundamentally incapable of experiencing romantic love. Long before he came to terms with his sexuality, he resigned himself to a purely physical arrangement, settling for casual encounters with a former high school classmate rather than seeking anything deeper. He accepted this detached existence as his reality, never expecting that his carefully maintained emotional distance would eventually shatter. Everything changes when an unexpected connection forms with Shinkawa, a mere acquaintance who awakens feelings Minari never thought possible. Overwhelmed by the sudden rush of genuine affection, he acts on pure impulse and confesses his emotions without hesitation. What once felt like an impossible fantasy is now a startling reality, forcing him to confront desires he spent years suppressing. Yet stepping into the realm of true romance proves far more daunting than Minari anticipated. Beneath his bold confession lies a deeply fragile ego, unaccustomed to the vulnerability that accompanies real intimacy. As he navigates the unfamiliar territory of a sincere relationship, he must grapple with profound fear and uncertainty. Whether his guarded heart can withstand the emotional weight of authentic love remains his greatest challenge.