Lines That Never Meet | Rent-A-Girlfriend one-shots [COMPLETE]

03: You Don't Know Me

Kazuya Kinoshita. A high-school student in Tokyo Metropolitan Shakujii High School. With his orange-dyed hair and his determined attitude, he stands out from everyone, including his friends, Kibe and Kuri. He was navigating the complexities of adolescence with a mix of excitement and trepidation. His life was relatively ordinary until the day a new transfer student arrived at his school and disrupted his world in ways he could never have imagined.

Chizuru Ichinose was the name that echoed through the corridors of their high school when she first walked through the gates. She was the embodiment of grace, her beauty captivating every gaze that fell upon her. With her long, dark hair and enigmatic brown eyes, she exuded an air of mystery that drew the attention of students and teachers alike.

Kazuya couldn't help but be intrigued by Chizuru from the moment he first saw her. Her arrival had sparked whispers and curiosity among his peers, and he found himself inquisitive about the enigmatic girl who had just transferred to their school.

Chizuru's presence was met with a certain aura of unapproachability. She seemed distant and lost in her thoughts, her eyes perpetually gazing into the distance. Her detachment only served to fuel Kazuya's curiosity, and he began to pay attention to her from afar, trying to decipher the riddle that was Chizuru Ichinose.

One day, as Chizuru sat alone in the school courtyard, her eyes focused on a distant point, Kazuya worked up the courage to approach her. He couldn't bear the thought of letting an opportunity pass by to get to know the mysterious girl who had captured his attention.

"Hi, I'm Kazuya," he said, offering a friendly smile.

Chizuru turned her gaze toward him, her expression a mix of curiosity and surprise. "I'm Chizuru. Nice to meet you."

Their conversation was brief, and Chizuru's replies were somewhat distant. It became evident that she was not the kind to open up easily, but Kazuya was undeterred. He was determined to get to know her better.

In the days that followed, Kazuya made an effort to engage Chizuru in conversation whenever he could. He learned that she had transferred to their school from a distant town, leaving behind her old life. Her past was shrouded in secrecy, and Kazuya couldn't help but wonder about the events that had led her to this new place.

As their interactions became more frequent, Chizuru slowly began to open up to Kazuya. She shared snippets of her life, her interests, and her aspirations, allowing him to glimpse the complexity beneath her enigmatic exterior.

Kazuya was captivated by Chizuru's depth, her intelligence, and her determination. He found himself drawn to her in ways he couldn't fully understand. She was a puzzle, and he was determined to unlock the secrets of her heart.

One evening, after a school event, Kazuya found Chizuru sitting alone on a bench, her eyes fixed on the starry night sky. He approached her, and they sat in silence for a while, gazing at the stars.

"Ichinose-san," Kazuya began, his voice filled with sincerity, "you're an amazing person. I'm really glad I got to know you."

Chizuru turned to him, her eyes reflecting a mixture of emotions. "Kazuya-kun, you're different from everyone else. You see things in me that others don't. I appreciate your friendship." That statement simply made Kazuya face the other way and blush. He did a good job of concealing it from her.

Their connection deepened, and a profound friendship developed between Kazuya and Chizuru. They supported each other through the ups and downs of high school life, and Kazuya couldn't help but hope that their bond would grow into something more.

One afternoon, after school, as they were walking home together, Kazuya found the courage to ask the question that had been on his mind for a while. "Ichinose-san, can I ask you something?"