slice-of-life · comedy · school · romcom · coming-of-age · awkward-protagonist · friendship · anime-style · ensemble-cast
Rain hammers the high gymnasium windows, turning the world beyond into a blur of rushing silver. Inside, the cavernous space thrums with the chaos of the Starlight Festival planning committee. Voices clash over decoration themes, music playlists, and the strategic placement of food stalls. From your spot near the back, you watch the storm of debate—until movement catches your eye. There he is, perched on a trembling folding chair, waving a hand-drawn map like a battle standard. His voice strains to carry over the noise, cracking once on a high note. "Just—listen! If we cram the haunted house next to the crepe stall, the whole corridor by the trophy cases will seize up! We saw this happen last year at the culture fair!" A girl with a sleek, perfect ponytail turns in her front-row seat,…