(W/A) Karuho Shiina Despite considering herself unlovable, and despite feeling deeply satisfied with Sawako's companionship, Kurumi decides to put herself out there and try dating. When she's pestered by a persistent suitor after a party, a handsome stranger comes to her rescue. He looks suspiciously like Sawako?or not so suspicious, considering that he is actually Sawako's cousin! When Kurumi starts to feel drawn to him, could it be love?

(W/A) Karuho Shiina In college, Kurumi thinks she's found her soulmate in Sawako, her rival-turned-best-friend from high school. After Kurumi survives a frightening encounter with a stalker, Sawako's cousin Eiji supports her in just the ways she needs-he even stays the night at Kurumi's place. When morning comes, Kurumi doesn't want him to leave. Has she gone from fiercely independent to desperately needy?