Bound by fate

When Hikaru Kurayami was 5 years old, he met Aoi Mizuna and Mio Saionji. The three quickly became close childhood friends. Hikaru was kind, talented, humble, and always helped others. Aoi and Mio trusted him deeply, and they created many unforgettable memories together. However, when Hikaru turned 8, he was sent abroad for training. Before leaving, he promised Aoi and Mio that their friendship would never change. Even after years apart, they never forgot the boy who always brought hope and kindness to their lives. After Hikaru left, Akira Kurayami moved next door with his family. At first, Akira seemed like a normal, carefree boy, but he soon became someone extremely important to Aoi and Mio. The three grew up together, studied at the same schools, and became inseparable. Aoi and Mio often stayed at Akira's house and treated it like their own. Akira Kurayami is calm, intelligent, and naturally gifted. Known as "The Ace" of the school, he is admired by many students for his talent, kindness, and mysterious charm. Although he often acts lazy and playful, he always protects and cares for the people close to him. His relationship with Aoi is full of teasing, playful arguments, and deep trust. Aoi Mizuna is a cheerful, gentle, and kind-hearted girl. She is intelligent, caring, and loved by everyone around her. She enjoys teasing Akira but always supports him when he needs help. Aoi is emotionally understanding and values her friendships deeply, especially with Akira and Hikaru. Mio Saionji is a beautiful and brilliant honor student known as the "Temper Queen." She has a sharp tongue and a strong personality that makes many students fear her. However, beneath her strict attitude is a caring and loyal girl who truly worries about her friends. She often scolds Akira for his laziness but secretly cares about him. Hikaru Kurayami is the childhood friend who connected Aoi and Mio. Kind, humble, hardworking, and talented in many fields, he inspires everyone around him.