An emotionally distant star student and a quiet loner find an unlikely refuge on a stairwell landing, where shared silence slowly becomes something more.
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This is the story of two guys in school who had been noticing each other for a while before one of them gets the courage to approach the other. In time a friendship develops and slowly turns into love. They have very different personalities, but somehow it works for them. It does have a happy ending.
Episode 1
Popular yet lonely Shota and reserved honor student Haru share a quiet stairwell moment that sparks an unexpected bond.
Episode 2
After learning about Shota’s painful past, Haru encourages him to chase his dreams again—and their distance narrows.
Episode 3
As Shota returns to soccer, Haru wrestles with his past, and a quiet festival night deepens their fragile connection.
Episode 4
Shota hides his feelings in soccer practice while Haru struggles with memories of Kanda—until a tender rooftop moment.
Episode 5
Seeing Haru with Kanda unsettles Shota, and during a secluded study retreat, hidden truths finally come to light.
Episode 6
Shota buries himself in soccer while Haru confronts past relationships—until an honest talk after the big match.
Episode 7
Separated from their usual meeting place, Shota boldly pulls Haru away to face their feelings at last.
Episode 8
Skipping class, Shota and Haru confront past pain and finally choose love in a quiet room filled with light.