: This chapter is often viewed by readers as a "setback" or "boundary-drawing" moment where Chinatsu tries to prioritize her basketball goals and her responsibility as a guest in Taiki's home over her growing feelings. Series Information Manga Author : Kouji Miura.
: Taiki misinterprets Chinatsu's distancing as a lack of interest, leading him to feel discouraged. He spends part of the chapter avoiding her and discussing the situation with his friends, Kyo and Hina. : This chapter is often viewed by readers
: An anime adaptation aired starting in late 2024, with the second cour beginning in January 2025. He spends part of the chapter avoiding her
: Serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump . Official English chapters can be read on MANGA Plus by Shueisha . Official English chapters can be read on MANGA
: Chinatsu tells Taiki that they should forget about their recent close encounter. She expresses that she hasn't been "careful enough" with him, implying a need to maintain professional or housemate boundaries since she is living with his family.