Volume 2: Crescendo of Feelings
Haruki and Himari's bond deepens as they begin spending more time together. Himari helps Haruki study for college entrance exams, while he teaches her guitar in exchange. With every strum and glance, their unspoken feelings grow louder.
When a jealous classmate of Haruki's begins to spread rumors about their relationship, Himari faces a moment of vulnerability that Haruki doesn't know how to comfort—until he writes her a new song. Their first real fight leads to their first real hug, and the realization that they mean more to each other than just neighbors.