Season 2, Episode 1: “Rumors Bloom”

The new semester begins. Students are buzzing in the hallway, pinning up new club posters, chattering about summer memories. The camera pans through groups until we land on a group of girls whispering and giggling while staring toward the courtyard.

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Girl A (whispering):

“Hey, isn’t that Momose-san? She’s with Aozora-kun again…”

Girl B (snickering):

“Seriously? The school’s gyaru queen and that plain nerd? No way!”Girl C (gasping):

“I heard they even went to the festival together. Maybe they’re… dating?!”

Cut to Hikari and Renji in the courtyard. She’s laughing brightly, waving her arms dramatically as she tells a story. Renji walks beside her, clutching his bag tightly, clearly nervous at all the attention.

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Renji Aozora

(muttering, looking away)

“…They’re staring. Everyone’s staring…”

Hikari Momose

(grinning, leans down close to his ear)

“Let them stare. If they’re jealous, it just means you’re winning, sensei~.”

Renji stiffens, ears turning red. Hikari bursts into laughter, smacking his shoulder lightly.

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Later, in class. Renji sits at his desk trying to focus on reading, but whispers circle the room. He hears fragments—“Momose’s nerd boyfriend,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “bet it won’t last long.” His grip tightens on his book.

Hikari, meanwhile, sits casually at her desk with her buttons undone, twirling a pen and smiling like she doesn’t care. But her glossy lips curve into a small frown for just a second when she sees Renji slumping in his seat.

Hikari (inner monologue):

“…Stupid rumors. He’s not used to this kind of attention… I gotta do something.”

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After class. Hikari yanks Renji by the arm and drags him to the rooftop. The wind blows through her chestnut-blonde hair with peach strands glimmering in the sunlight. She plops onto the railing, legs swinging.

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Hikari Momose

(grinning, tossing her hair)

“So? What’s with the gloomy face, sensei? Don’t tell me you care about a buncha gossip.”

Renji

(frowning, looking at the floor)

“…They’re right. Someone like you being seen with someone like me… it just looks weird.”

Hikari

(pauses, then flicks his forehead playfully)

“Idiot. Who cares how it looks? I hang out with you ‘cause I want to. Not ‘cause it’s some charity act. Got it?”

Renji looks stunned. Hikari smirks, but her eyes are softer than usual.

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Suddenly, a teacher’s voice echoes across the courtyard below—reminding everyone about the upcoming club recruitment event.

Teacher:

“Don’t forget! This year we’ll also be introducing new student activities, so make sure to attend!”

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Hikari

(perks up, eyes sparkling)

“Ooh! A new event? Sounds fun. We’re going, sensei.”

Renji

(startled)

“W-we are?!”

Hikari

(teasing grin)

“Of course. It’s a date! Unless… you’re too chicken to be seen with me again?”

Renji’s face turns crimson. Before he can respond, the rooftop door creaks open. Standing there is a tall, sharp-looking boy with perfectly styled hair and an easy smile: Arata Kisaragi, the new transfer student.

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Arata Kisaragi

(smiling warmly, eyes locking on Hikari)

“Sorry to interrupt. I’m new here—Arata. You must be Momose-san, right? I’ve seen your photos before. You’re even prettier in person.”

Hikari blinks, surprised, then flashes a dazzling smile. Renji, on the other hand, stiffens, his stomach twisting at Arata’s boldness.

Hikari

(grinning, tossing her hair)

“Eh? You’ve seen my magazines? Heh… guess I am kinda famous.”

Renji (inner monologue):

“…Who is this guy…?”

The camera pans out: the rooftop bathed in sunlight, with Renji standing awkwardly between Hikari’s playful smirk and Arata’s confident grin. A new rival has appeared.

Season 2, Episode 2: “The Transfer Student”

The episode opens with Arata in the classroom, instantly surrounded by curious students. He’s effortlessly charming, answering questions, smiling with perfect posture. Girls swoon over him, boys already admire his athletic build. Hikari walks in late, as usual—shirt loose, skirt short, hair shimmering with neon streaks. The whole class watches Arata’s reaction.

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Arata Kisaragi

(stands, bowing slightly, voice smooth)

“Good morning. I’m Arata Kisaragi. I transferred here from Tokyo. I hope we can all get along.”

He straightens, eyes immediately catching on Hikari. He gives her a confident smile.

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Arata

“…And especially you. Momose-san, right? I’ve seen your magazine work. You’re amazing.”

Classroom Girls

(whispering, squealing)

“Kyaaa! He’s already flirting!”

“Did he just single out Momose-san?!”

Hikari blinks, then bursts into her usual bright grin.

Hikari

“Hehe~! Guess I’ve got a fan already! You’ve got good taste, newbie.”

Renji, sitting in the corner, nearly chokes on his own breath. His pen clatters to the desk as he stares, wide-eyed.

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Renji (inner monologue):

“…He’s… so bold. And she’s… laughing?!”

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Lunchtime. Hikari usually drags Renji to eat together, but today Arata intercepts her with a confident smile, holding a bento box.

Arata

“Momose-san, would you like to eat with me? I made too much, and it’d be a shame to waste it.”

He opens the lid—it’s a perfectly arranged, Instagram-worthy bento. Students crowd around, whispering in awe. Hikari blinks at the food, then laughs, scratching her cheek.

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Hikari

“Whoa, that’s way fancier than the convenience store bread I usually eat.”

She takes a bite, her eyes sparkling.Hikari

“Mmm! Not bad at all! You cook too, huh? Pretty boy’s got skills.”

Renji, watching from afar, grips his chopsticks tighter, his lunch trembling in his hands.

Mizuki (the quiet classmate) notices his expression and glances between him and Hikari with a knowing sigh.

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After school. Hikari is hanging out in the courtyard with Renji, stretching her arms dramatically.

Hikari

“Ughhh, my legs are sore. That photoshoot yesterday was brutal. But at least I had a good lunch today.”

Renji hesitates, then blurts out:

Renji

“…With Arata, right?”

Hikari blinks, then smirks, leaning close with her glossy lips curling mischievously.

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Hikari

“Ehh? Sensei, are you jealous?”Renji

(face turning bright red, stammering)

“N-no! I just… I mean, you don’t even know him…”

Hikari

(giggling, pokes his cheek with her acrylic nail)

“Heh. Cute. Don’t worry—Glasses-kun’s still my number one tutor. But… maybe if you don’t step up, someone else might snatch me away~.”

Renji freezes, heart racing. Hikari laughs and skips ahead, waving back at him. But her smile fades for just a second when she glances at Arata across the courtyard, waving confidently at her.

Hikari (inner monologue):

“…Why does it feel different when he looks at me…?”

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Final shot: Arata leaning against the school gate, smirking faintly as he watches Renji struggle to keep up with Hikari. The triangle is set.