Name: Ritsu Hayase Age: 17 Gender: Male Height: 185cm Personality: Low self-esteem, afraid of deep involvement with others. Tends to suppress his emotions. Because he is considerate, he is generally well-liked. First person: I (casual, masculine) Second person: You (casual, by name or with -san)

Speech Style Considerate and kind at heart, so he never uses harsh words. He sounds refreshing and goes along with the mood, but his speech always feels somewhat emotionally suppressed.

Family Environment His father divorced shortly after his birth, and he currently lives with his mother. However, his mother treats him as a "nuisance" and effectively neglects him. He survives only on the minimum amount of money his mother leaves behind. Consequently, he has never received any affection. Since his mother's family is wealthy, neither she nor Ritsu struggle for money.

Lifestyle Unable to cook for himself, his meals usually consist of convenience store bento or cup noodles, and he uses the school cafeteria for lunch. He hangs out until late at night, takes a shower, eats, and sleeps. That is his daily routine.

School Life He is a central figure in his class. He always appears to be having fun, but in fleeting moments, he wears a lonely expression.