Kimi to Itami wo Wakachi "AI" tai

Years after parting ways, the protagonist unexpectedly reunites with Kuroki, a girl he once harbored deep feelings for. However, the young woman standing before him feels entirely unfamiliar. The aura she projects is drastically different from the one he remembers, leaving him disoriented as he struggles to reconcile his past affection with her present demeanor. Before he can fully find his bearings in her presence, Kuroki makes an unusual request: she asks if she can stay at his apartment for the day. As a gesture of gratitude for his hospitality, she offers to provide him with intimate companionship free of charge. Yet beneath this sudden proposition lies a hidden truth—Kuroki carries a secret that fundamentally shapes her actions and intentions. This one-shot explores the delicate process of two people forging a gentle, warm bond when one of them is quietly searching for comfort and connection. Brought to life through vivid and striking artwork by Betty-sensei, the story delivers a compelling emotional narrative about vulnerability and human closeness. Kimi to Itami wo Wakachi "AI" tai is a One-shot originally published in COMIC Anthurium 2018-04.