Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru arrives mid-match to change the Commander Tower candidate, aiming to help Class A win.
• He proposes using Private Points to purchase the right to change the Commander Tower, which the Acting Chairman approves.
• Hashiba Hikaru pays one million Private Points to replace Ichinose Honami as the Commander Tower.
• The match resumes with Hashiba Hikaru directing Ando Sayo via earpiece, showing a promising advantage against Sakayanagi Arisu.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru demonstrates his strategic prowess and commitment to helping his class and girlfriend.
• Ichinose Honami shows understanding and support for Hashiba Hikaru's decision, displaying trust in his abilities.
• Sakayanagi Arisu adapts to the new situation, focusing on countering Hashiba Hikaru's strategies.

Significant Themes

• The power of Private Points and the S System's rules.
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in competition.
• The impact of personal relationships on decision-making and motivation.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami display a strong, supportive relationship, with Hashiba reassuring Ichinose and showing his commitment to helping her.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu engage in a strategic battle, showcasing their chess skills and understanding of each other's playing styles.
• Chabashira Sae and Sakagami Kazuma act as neutral proctors, ensuring the match's fairness and following the rules despite their personal feelings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ando Sayo discovers that Ichinose Honami's chess skills are not good enough to turn the tables, suspecting a mid-match swap.
• Hashiba Hikaru's intervention leads to Class A's victory against Class B.
• Sakayanagi Arisu admits defeat and expresses her desire to catch up to everyone.

Character Developments

• Ando Sayo shows concern for her friend Ichinose Honami and suspicion about the match's fairness.
• Hashiba Hikaru demonstrates his strategic thinking and determination to win, even swapping players mid-match.
• Sakayanagi Arisu reveals her competitive nature and persistence in pursuing Hashiba Hikaru.

Significant Themes

• Competition and rivalry among students and classes.
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in competition.
• The consequences of hiding one's true intentions and feelings.

Character Interactions

• Ando Sayo and Ichinose Honami: Ando shows concern for her friend's well-being and suspects foul play in the match.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu: The two interact intimately, with Sakayanagi expressing her desire to catch up to everyone, including Hashiba's girlfriend Ichinose Honami.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Chabashira Sae: The teacher observes Hashiba's interactions with Sakayanagi and becomes suspicious of his relationship with multiple girls.

Key Plot Points

• The first-year exams conclude with Class A winning all matches, maintaining their perfect record.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Ryuen Kakeru have a tense exchange after the exam.
• Chie Hoshinomiya announces the upcoming Graduation and Closing Ceremonies, as well as a class dinner organized by Ichinose Honami.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru is recognized as a capable and strong leader by his classmates.
• Ichinose Honami shows concern for Hashiba Hikaru's workload during spring break and expresses her desire to spend time with him.
• Hashiba Hikaru plans to warn Sakayanagi Arisu about provoking Ichinose Honami again.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and teamwork, as seen in Class A's perfect exam record and Hashiba Hikaru's role in their success.
• Romantic relationships and jealousy, explored through Ichinose Honami's feelings about Hashiba Hikaru's other female connections.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Ryuen Kakeru's rivalry is evident in their tense exchange.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami's relationship deepens as they discuss their future together and Hashiba Hikaru's other connections.
• Class A members express their appreciation for Hashiba Hikaru by chipping in to cover the cost of his purchase during the exam.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami have a heart-to-heart conversation, leading to Honami accepting Hikaru's multiple relationships, with certain conditions.
• Hashiba Hikaru's Physical Enhancement Device reaches the third stage, increasing his Stamina to 8.
• Hashiba Hikaru meets with Sakayanagi Arisu, revealing his conversation with Honami and confirming Sakayanagi's acceptance of his multiple relationships.

Character Developments

• Ichinose Honami shows growth by accepting Hikaru's multiple relationships, demonstrating her love and determination to keep him.
• Hashiba Hikaru remains committed to his decisions and promises, showing maturity and responsibility.
• Sakayanagi Arisu displays understanding and acceptance of Hikaru's relationships, showing her determination to be with him.

Significant Themes

• Love, relationships, and commitment.
• Acceptance and understanding of others' decisions.
• Personal growth and maturity.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami strengthen their bond through honest communication.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu discuss their relationship, leading to Sakayanagi's acceptance of the situation.
• The interactions between the characters highlight their individual strengths and growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu engage in a playful, flirtatious exchange in the Club Room.
• Hashiba Hikaru attends Horikita Manabu's graduation ceremony and offers him flowers.
• Hashiba Hikaru asks Horikita Manabu for Private Points to help Horikita Suzune move up to Class A.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru: Shows affection towards Horikita Suzune and is willing to help her advance to Class A.
• Horikita Manabu: Graduates and reflects on his time at the school. Shows concern for his sister's well-being.
• Horikita Suzune: Develops feelings for Hashiba Hikaru and considers the possibility of being in the same class as him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and influence within the school.
• The importance of family and relationships.
• The value of hard work and perseverance.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu: Engage in playful banter, with Arisu trying to make Hashiba Hikaru jealous.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Manabu: Hashiba Hikaru asks Horikita Manabu for Private Points to help Horikita Suzune, showing his genuine care for her.
• Horikita Manabu and Horikita Suzune: Horikita Manabu praises his sister's growth and shows concern for her future. Horikita Suzune considers the possibility of being in the same class as Hashiba Hikaru.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Horikita Manabu, Suzune's brother, acknowledges the difficulty of Class D's promotion without relying on Class Evaluation Points due to Hashiba Hikaru's dominance.
• Suzune reveals she has saved around four million Private Points, insufficient for class promotion.
• Manabu offers to transfer 20 million Private Points to Suzune for her class promotion, considering it an investment in Hashiba Hikaru's future.
• Suzune accepts the offer and expresses gratitude to her brother.

Character Developments

• Horikita Manabu shows concern for Suzune's growth and independence, satisfied with her current progress.
• Suzune's feelings for Hashiba Hikaru deepen, and she becomes more open to expressing her affection.

Significant Themes

• The importance of personal growth and independence.
• The influence of relationships and connections on one's success and happiness.

Character Interactions

• Horikita Manabu and Suzune's sibling bond strengthens as he supports her academic and personal growth.
• Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru's relationship progresses, with Suzune becoming more comfortable expressing her feelings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru, as the Disciplinary Committee's representative, publicly reprimands Nagumo Miyabi and Class 2-A for their misconduct.
• The school's Closing Ceremony for the second and third years ends, marking the start of Spring Break.
• Class A of the First Year plans a celebration party, with Ichinose Honami inviting girls from other classes.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru consolidates his power by establishing the Disciplinary Committee and targeting Nagumo Miyabi.
• Ichinose Honami shows interest in inviting girls from other classes to the celebration party, hinting at her intentions.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation, as seen in Hashiba Hikaru's actions against Nagumo Miyabi.
• The complexity of relationships and rivalries among students, as shown in Ichinose Honami's invitations.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Nagumo Miyabi: Hashiba publicly reprimands Nagumo, further straining their relationship.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami: They discuss the celebration party, with Ichinose showing interest in inviting girls from other classes.
• Hashiba Hikaru and the invited girls (Kushida Kikyo, Horikita Suzune, Sakura Airi): He tries to dissuade them from attending the party, with varying degrees of success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru successfully convinces Sakura Airi and Kushida Kikyo not to attend the party, leaving only Sakayanagi Arisu and Horikita Suzune as potential attendees.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka arrives uninvited, causing Hashiba Hikaru to worry about the increased tension.
• The party begins at 7 PM, with Ichinose Honami as the host. Horikita Suzune arrives on time.
• Ichinose Honami approaches Horikita Suzune for a conversation.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru shows strategic thinking in managing his relationships, trying to keep the peace among his girlfriends.
• Ichinose Honami, despite her initial jealousy, maintains her composure and acts as a gracious host.
• Horikita Suzune remains calm and composed, not showing any signs of jealousy or provocation.

Significant Themes

• Relationship management and the complexities of juggling multiple partners.
• The importance of communication and understanding in maintaining relationships.
• The tension and potential conflict between different parties involved in a complex relationship dynamic.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami: The couple shows affection and understanding towards each other, with Hashiba Hikaru reassuring Ichinose Honami about his intentions.
• Ichinose Honami and Horikita Suzune: The two girls engage in a conversation, potentially discussing their shared relationship with Hashiba Hikaru.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka and Sakayanagi Arisu: The two uninvited guests are present, adding tension to the event.

• Plot Points & Events: Hashiba Hikaru is approached by Sakayanagi Arisu and Kiryuuin Fuuka at the Celebration Party. They sit together, and Kiryuuin Fuuka openly expresses her desire to advance their relationship. Hashiba Hikaru tries to maintain a balance between the two girls and his official girlfriend, Ichinose Honami.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru: He shows maturity and diplomacy in handling the two girls' advances, trying to maintain fairness and avoid causing trouble for Ichinose Honami.
• Sakayanagi Arisu: She feels insecure about her physical attributes compared to Kiryuuin Fuuka and is worried about Hashiba Hikaru's preferences.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka: She is confident in her physical appeal and is determined to pursue a relationship with Hashiba Hikaru.
• Significant Themes: The theme of competition and rivalry between Sakayanagi Arisu and Kiryuuin Fuuka for Hashiba Hikaru's attention is prominent. Hashiba Hikaru's struggle to balance his relationships and maintain fairness is also a key theme.
• Character Interactions: Hashiba Hikaru interacts with Sakayanagi Arisu and Kiryuuin Fuuka, trying to keep them both at arm's length while not offending either. Sakayanagi Arisu and Kiryuuin Fuuka interact with each other, with Kiryuuin Fuuka being more direct and confident in her advances towards Hashiba Hikaru.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru is pursued by Kiryuuin Fuuka and Sakayanagi Arisu, who both want to spend the remaining day of Spring Break with him.
• Ichinose Honami, Hashiba's girlfriend, arrives and asserts her sovereignty, taking Hashiba away.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka and Sakayanagi Arisu discuss their progress with Hashiba and decide to compete for his attention.
• Hashiba and Ichinose discuss their future plans, including university and marriage.
• Horikita Suzune announces that she will be transferring to Class A during their Second Year.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru: Starts to understand the complexity of his romantic situation but remains calm and cooperative with his girlfriend.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka: Shows confidence in Hashiba's feelings for her and is determined to secure the remaining Spring Break day with him.
• Sakayanagi Arisu: Uses her knowledge of the White Room to try and lure Hashiba, while also competing with Kiryuuin Fuuka.
• Ichinose Honami: Accepts Hashiba's explanation about his conversation with Kiryuuin and Sakayanagi, and discusses their future together.
• Horikita Suzune: Announces her transfer to Class A, causing a stir among the students.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: The complexity of Hashiba's romantic situation and the girls' determination to secure his attention.
• Ambition and determination: Horikita Suzune's ambition to transfer to Class A and Hashiba's determination to create a better future for his girlfriends.
• Competition and rivalry: Kiryuuin Fuuka and Sakayanagi Arisu's competition for Hashiba's attention and Horikita Suzune's rivalry with other students.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Kiryuuin Fuuka: Kiryuuin pursues Hashiba, trying to secure the remaining Spring Break day with him.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu: Sakayanagi also pursues Hashiba, using the White Room as a lure.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami: They discuss their future plans, including university and marriage, and Ichinose asserts her sovereignty over Hashiba.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka and Sakayanagi Arisu: They discuss their progress with Hashiba and decide to compete for his attention.
• Horikita Suzune and Class A students: Horikita announces her transfer to Class A, causing a stir among the students.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Horikita Suzune announces her transfer to Class A, shocking everyone.
• She reveals she has saved up 20 million private points.
• Hashiba Hikaru supports her decision, and Class A students welcome her.
• Ichinose Honami feels dissatisfaction and suspicion towards Horikita Suzune.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami go on a date; she wants him to help her pick out lingerie.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka ambushes Hashiba Hikaru in the fitting room, asking for his opinion on lingerie sets.

Character Developments

• Horikita Suzune shows ambition and strategic planning by transferring to Class A.
• Ichinose Honami feels threatened by Horikita Suzune's transfer and becomes suspicious of her intentions.
• Hashiba Hikaru remains supportive of Horikita Suzune's decision, showing his loyalty to his friends.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka shows a playful and seductive side, ambushing Hashiba Hikaru in the fitting room.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and strategic planning (Horikita Suzune's transfer)
• Jealousy and suspicion (Ichinose Honami's feelings towards Horikita Suzune)
• Loyalty and friendship (Hashiba Hikaru's support for Horikita Suzune)
• Playfulness and seduction (Kiryuuin Fuuka's behavior towards Hashiba Hikaru)

Character Interactions

• Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru show a friendly and supportive relationship.
• Ichinose Honami and Horikita Suzune show initial tension and suspicion.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Ichinose Honami display a loving and affectionate relationship.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka and Hashiba Hikaru show a playful and flirtatious dynamic.

• Hashiba Hikaru and Kiryuuin Fuuka have a heated moment in a lingerie shop fitting room, leading to a mutual understanding of their feelings.
• Kiryuuin Fuuka decides to wear a black lingerie set for Hashiba Hikaru next time.
• Ichinose Honami and Hashiba Hikaru spend their Spring Break together, shopping, and enjoying each other's company.
• Hashiba Hikaru plans to submit the finalized Personal Ability Digitization proposal and meet with Sakayanagi Arisu and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka meet with Sakayanagi Arisu at a cafe.
• They discuss the potential White Room members among the incoming first-years.
• Hashiba reveals the school's plan to implement a Comprehensive Quality Scoring System after the second year.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru shows his strategic thinking and understanding of the school's plans.
• Ayanokoji Kiyotaka reveals his confidence in identifying White Room members and his determination not to return.
• Sakayanagi Arisu displays her playful and flirtatious side, teasing Hashiba Hikaru.

Significant Themes

• The competitive nature of the school and its students.
• The potential consequences of the Comprehensive Quality Scoring System on student dynamics and alliances.
• The White Room's influence and the incoming first-years' potential connections to it.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba and Ayanokoji discuss the White Room and the incoming first-years, with Ayanokoji offering to help identify potential members.
• Sakayanagi joins their meeting and teases Hashiba, showing affection towards him.
• The three discuss the upcoming Comprehensive Quality Scoring System and its potential impacts on the students.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru, Sakayanagi Arisu, and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka discuss their plans for the incoming freshmen and the Second Year.
• Hashiba Hikaru meets with Sakura Airi, and they spend a long time together, leading to a delay in their lunch plans.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru shows his strategic thinking and leadership by planning for the incoming freshmen and the Second Year.
• Sakura Airi shows her affection and longing for Hashiba Hikaru, as well as her desire to become more independent in her career.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and strategic planning, as shown by Hashiba Hikaru's discussion with Sakayanagi Arisu and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.
• Love and affection, as demonstrated by Hashiba Hikaru and Sakura Airi's intimate encounter.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru, Sakayanagi Arisu, and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka work together to discuss their plans for the future.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Sakura Airi spend a passionate day together, showing their deep affection for each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakura Airi and Kushida Kikyo surprise Hashiba Hikaru with a plan to spend their one-day-per-person arrangement together.
• Hashiba Hikaru is initially surprised but agrees to their plan.
• They discuss their plans for the rest of Spring Break, deciding to stay in and spend time together.

Character Developments

• Sakura Airi: Shows initiative in planning a surprise for Hashiba Hikaru, demonstrating her affection and eagerness to please him.
• Kushida Kikyo: Shows boldness and assertiveness in suggesting and executing the surprise plan, revealing her desire for intimacy with Hashiba Hikaru.
• Hashiba Hikaru: Initially surprised but ultimately agrees to the girls' plan, showing understanding and acceptance of their feelings.

Significant Themes

• Relationships: The chapter explores the dynamics of Hashiba Hikaru's relationships with Sakura Airi and Kushida Kikyo, focusing on their intimacy and affection.
• Communication: The characters communicate openly about their feelings and desires, leading to mutual understanding and agreement.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru, Sakura Airi, and Kushida Kikyo interact playfully and intimately, with Hashiba Hikaru teasing the girls and them responding in kind.
• The girls work together to plan a surprise for Hashiba Hikaru, showing their unity and shared desire to please him.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Hashiba Hikaru receives a call from Kiryuuin Fuuka about Nagumo Miyabi and Tsukishiro's secret meeting.
+ Hashiba Hikaru spends the morning with Sakura Airi and Kushida Kikyo, with plans to meet Horikita Suzune in the afternoon.
+ Horikita Suzune has prepared a detailed date itinerary for their time together.

Character Developments

+ Hashiba Hikaru shows concern for his girlfriends' feelings and maintains open communication with them.
+ Horikita Suzune demonstrates her affection for Hashiba Hikaru by meticulously planning their date.

Significant Themes

+ Relationship dynamics and communication among multiple partners.
+ The importance of quality time spent together in relationships.

Character Interactions

+ Hashiba Hikaru and Kiryuuin Fuuka discuss Nagumo Miyabi's secret meeting with Tsukishiro.
+ Hashiba Hikaru spends the morning with Sakura Airi and Kushida Kikyo, showing affection and care for them.
+ Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune express their affection for each other, with Horikita Suzune sharing her detailed date plan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru go on a date, visiting a bookstore and a gift shop.
• Horikita Suzune buys a book on improving relationships and Hashiba Hikaru buys a bracelet as a gift from her.
• Shiina Hiyori and Ibuki Mio secretly follow them and witness their interactions.

Character Developments

• Horikita Suzune shows affection towards Hashiba Hikaru, buying him a gift and being comfortable with public displays of affection.
• Hashiba Hikaru remains calm and considerate, accepting the gift from Horikita Suzune but also being mindful of his other relationships.
• Shiina Hiyori struggles with envy and jealousy, watching Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru together.
• Ibuki Mio maintains her strong dislike for Hashiba Hikaru, reinforcing her belief that he is a scumbag.

Significant Themes

• Relationship dynamics and jealousy.
• Public displays of affection and societal perceptions.
• The consequences of keeping secrets and the potential for misunderstandings.

Character Interactions

• Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru interact affectionately, showing a comfortable and intimate relationship.
• Shiina Hiyori and Ibuki Mio interact, with Shiina Hiyori showing envy and Ibuki Mio expressing her disdain for Hashiba Hikaru.
• The saleswoman at the gift shop interacts with Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru, trying to make a sale and complimenting their appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru go on a date, following a plan Suzune made.
• They visit a jewelry store where Suzune buys a bracelet for Hikaru.
• They have a meal at a restaurant popular among couples.
• Suzune asks Hikaru to accompany her to see her brother off the next day.
• They plan to watch a movie together at the cinema.
• They encounter students from Class D at the cinema, including Hirata Yosuke, Sato Maya, Wang Meiyu, and Kushida Kikyo.

Character Developments

• Horikita Suzune shows her affection for Hashiba Hikaru by buying him a bracelet and planning a date.
• Hashiba Hikaru struggles to balance his relationships with Suzune, Ichinose, and other girls.
• Suzune shows jealousy when she realizes Hikaru has been to the restaurant with other girls.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: Suzune's feelings for Hikaru, Hikaru's struggle with his multiple relationships.
• Jealousy: Suzune feels jealous when she learns Hikaru has been to the restaurant with other girls.
• Honesty and deception: Hikaru tries to hide his past experiences from Suzune.

Character Interactions

• Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru: Suzune shows her affection for Hikaru, while Hikaru tries to navigate his complex relationships.
• Horikita Suzune and Class D students: Suzune greets the students from Class D coldly.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Class D students: The students are surprised to see Hikaru with Suzune, as they knew he had a girlfriend (Ichinose).

Key Plot Points and Events

• Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru go to the movies together.
• Class D students witness their close behavior and are surprised.
• Kushida Kikyo swaps seats with Hirata Yosuke to sit next to Hashiba Hikaru.
• Kushida Kikyo holds Hashiba Hikaru's hand during the movie.

Character Developments

• Horikita Suzune shows a rare, shy expression around Hashiba Hikaru.
• Hashiba Hikaru is indifferent to the reactions of others about his relationship with Horikita Suzune.
• Kushida Kikyo shows determination to get closer to Hashiba Hikaru.

Significant Themes

• The complexity of high school relationships and friendships.
• The struggle between honesty and deception in interpersonal relationships.

Character Interactions

• Horikita Suzune and Hashiba Hikaru interact intimately, showing a closeness that surprises their classmates.
• Kushida Kikyo takes the initiative to sit next to Hashiba Hikaru and holds his hand, showing her determination to pursue him.
• Hirata Yosuke, as the nice guy, agrees to swap seats with Kushida Kikyo without questioning her motives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hashiba Hikaru is harassed by Kushida Kikyo during a movie date with Horikita Suzune.
• Kushida Kikyo leads Hashiba Hikaru to a secluded spot in the movie theater to satisfy her desires.
• Hashiba Hikaru returns to the theater, and Horikita Suzune notices his cold hand.

Character Developments

• Hashiba Hikaru: He remains calm and composed despite Kushida Kikyo's advances, showing maturity and self-control.
• Kushida Kikyo: She continues to act on her desires, showing no remorse for her actions.
• Horikita Suzune: She becomes restless and worried when Hashiba Hikaru takes too long in the restroom, showing her affection and concern for him.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and Deception: Kushida Kikyo manipulates Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune to get what she wants.
• Jealousy and Possessiveness: Kushida Kikyo feels jealous of Horikita Suzune's relationship with Hashiba Hikaru, leading her to act out.
• Self-Control and Maturity: Hashiba Hikaru demonstrates self-control and maturity in dealing with Kushida Kikyo's advances.

Character Interactions

• Hashiba Hikaru and Kushida Kikyo: Their interaction is filled with tension and manipulation, as Kushida Kikyo tries to seduce Hashiba Hikaru, and he tries to keep her at bay.
• Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune: Their interaction is sweet and affectionate, with Horikita Suzune showing concern for Hashiba Hikaru's well-being.