Kirai ni wa Narenai

Kosuke Shinohara has never struggled to attract romantic attention, effortlessly drawing the affection of those around him. Yet despite his popularity, he remains entirely unfamiliar with genuine love. His detached perspective shifts when he notices Hajime Okui, a fellow member of the student council, quietly pining for someone who is already in a relationship with another man. Observing this one-sided devotion strikes Kosuke as utterly pointless, and he initially views Hajime’s lingering attachment as nothing more than a frustrating waste of time. However, what begins as mild exasperation soon evolves into something far more intense. As Kosuke continues to watch Hajime’s unwavering feelings, his initial annoyance deepens into a sharp, persistent irritation that he cannot easily dismiss. This unexpected emotional turbulence leaves him completely off balance, forcing him to confront an unfamiliar internal shift. Unable to explain why Hajime’s situation provokes such a visceral reaction within him, Kosuke is left grappling with a startling question: could this overwhelming, restless feeling finally be what it means to fall in love?