10-nenbun no Kotae Awase

Synopsis

Nao has always been shy and withdrawn, making it hard for him to talk to people. For years, his best friend Keigo has stepped in and spoken for him whenever he got tongue-tied. But now Keigo is about to leave their hometown. He teases Nao, "I know everything you’re thinking," but surely he hasn't noticed Nao’s true feelings. Relying on Keigo’s kindness, Nao can't find the courage to confess. As their goodbye draws near, Keigo suddenly tells him, "I know how you feel. Since this is the last time, I want to hear it from you directly"...!? (Source: Tokuma Shoten, translated) Notes: - Originally published as a one-shot in Char@ Vol. 65, later picked up for serialization. - Includes one extra chapter.