All Ayumu dreams of is making it into the same high school as her best friend. But when she gets in and her friend doesn't, their friendship crumbles-sending Ayumu spiraling into depression. She finds relief in cutting herself, but realizes soon that her scars may interfere with her budding high school life. Can she trust her new friend, Manami, who seems too good to be true? Or will Ayumu's apparent lack of compassion and understanding get her tossed aside like she was before? And is there anyone else out there who could possibly love her for who she is? A melancholy coming-of-age story by Keiko Suenobu!Warning: This volume contains depictions of self harm and suicidal ideation/attempts. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings, you are not alone, and there is help. In the United States, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or go to 988lifeline.org. Otherwise, visit findahelpline.com to find support.
Amidst all your hardships, someone will always stay by your side. Someone who protects you. Someone you want to protect. But how long will that last, even? Before she can uncover the perpetrator behind the ongoing bullying, associate teacher Hiraoka is forced to leave the school. Shortly after, Ayumu and Miki arrive at the shocking truth that Manami’s father is the one who had set the transfer in motion. For that reason, the two plot their rather unconventional revenge…