NCT127dreamgirl
Fifteen-year-old Kotaro never had the childhood he deserved. Born in Japan and raised in the United States, his parents' addiction left him with little more than junk food, an empty house, and a fragile body. His world feels small and hopeless - until a call to Child Protective Services changes everything.
Placed with Alexander and Darek Carson, a biracial couple who have long dreamed of raising a child, Kotaro finds himself in a home unlike any he's ever known. But trust doesn't come easily. He barely speaks English, struggles with food, and carries the quiet weight of depression and anxiety.
The one person who understands him is Acelin Poter, his boyfriend and closest friend, who helps bridge the gaps - translating language, emotions, and pieces of Kotaro's world. Together, they help the Carsons learn how to reach him.
As Kotaro slowly begins to heal, bonds deepen between families. Through patience, art, and unexpected love, Kotaro discovers that family isn't always the one you're born into - sometimes it's the one that chooses you.