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(Previously on...) My name is Suzuki Hajime, a high school sophomore, and I love BL.

And right now, I'm using the popular guy Serizawa as a model

to write a BL novel.

It's definitely over here.

Really? You said that yesterday too.

The "Serizawa Haruto" written in this notebook...

Is that about me?

Could it be that you like me, Suzuki?

I'm doomed.

I'm sorry.

Even though I'm a fudanshi, it's just a hobby.

It's not like I actually have feelings for you.

So I've never looked at you that way, Serizawa.

I see.

Then let me read the novel you wrote, Suzuki.

Huh?

Come on, please.

Let me be your very first reader.

And just like that, I started letting Serizawa read my novel.

Is that it?

Yeah... That's all I've written so far.

Sorry... It's probably not very good, is it?

But you stopped right at the part where I really want to know what happens next!

Does it actually read like a novel?

Yeah.

Is the "uke" likable?

Does the "seme" seem cool?

Don't worry, I really like the uke too.

He's really cute.

Thank goodness...

Thank you, Serizawa.

After all, the model for the seme is pretty handsome.

That's true.

So when are you going to write the rest?

I usually write during breaks between classes.

Or little by little at home.

On this phone?

Yeah.

Hey...

Then write it right now.

- Right now? - Yeah, right now.

I... I got it.

You want me to write it right in front of you?

Because I want to see what happens next as soon as possible.

I see...

It's a bit hard to see.

Ah, I know.

Suzuki.

Sit here.

Huh?

This way I can see the screen too.

But... isn't this a bit weird?

What's weird about it?

Not at all.

Hurry up.

How is it? Comfortable?

Not bad, right?

It's not bad...

Alright, then for the sake of your memorable first reader,

please continue writing, Teacher Suzuki.

"Popular Serizawa Acts Weird Around Me"

(Episode 2)

Um...

Yeah?

I still think this is really weird.

What's weird about it?

What do you mean, what's weird...

If someone sees us like this...

Serizawa~.

We got the stuff you wanted.

Huh?

- Bentos, bentos are here! - What are you guys doing?

Ah... uh...

Oh? That's weird.

Suzuki.

- Hey~ - Ah...

How did he get captured?

I didn't capture him.

Huh?

We're just bonding, okay?

It totally looks like Serizawa is just messing around.

No, I'm not.

Right, Suzuki?

Ah... um... no...

Ah... uh...

Anyway, I'm starving~.

Let's eat already.

Let's fill our stomachs.

I've been looking forward to this all day.

- Yay~ - Can't wait.

Looks delicious.

- What is it? - Let's see.

Did your girlfriend make it again today?

What?

I'm digging in.

Hey!

Ah, um, Serizawa, I should probably get going...

Suzuki.

Here.

Huh? For me?

Don't worry, we bought some for you too.

We're the ones who bought it.

But I'm the one who paid for it.

Just wanted to make that clear.

There he goes again, acting all high and mighty over something so basic.

Classic Serizawa.

Suzuki, which one do you want?

So good.

I figured I'd get you both bread and a rice ball.

Then... I'll take the rice ball.

Okay.

Here you go.

Ah... thanks.

I'll pay you back later.

It's on me today.

Consider it a treat for Teacher Suzuki's hard work.

- Teacher? - Wait a minute, Serizawa!

I know, I know.

What I just said is a secret between Suzuki and me.

Gross~.

Serizawa, you're so annoying.

Seriously annoying.

Right? Oh, by the way...

What's that?

- Is that fried chicken? - Huh? Fried chicken?

Eat up.

Come on.

Hey, Serizawa.

Yeah?

Can I have a word with you?

Sure.

Does this taste like crab sticks?

Doesn't really seem like it.

But it's really good.

What's up?

What's wrong?

I just wanted to make sure.

You didn't tell everyone, did you?

You know... about me liking BL.

Oh, yeah, I didn't say anything.

Thank goodness...

But I don't think they'd care anyway.

No, no, you absolutely can't tell them!

Alright, if you don't want me to say anything, I won't.

Then it'll be our little secret.

Yeah, thank you.

But in return...

You have to eat lunch with me every day from now on.

Huh? Every day?

Yeah, because I want to read your novel every day.

Please, Teacher Suzuki.

And just like that,

a week has passed since then.

I wonder which one will come first, it's hard to guess.

I've been eating lunch with these popular guys every day.

Here, Suzuki.

Say ah~.

Or rather, I'm basically being spoon-fed.

Is it good?

It is good, but...

- No, seriously, what is going on here? - This is ridiculous.

This is definitely still weird, Serizawa.

Come on, just focus on writing, Suzuki.

Here.

Say ah~.

By the way, what exactly is Suzuki being forced to do?

Did you get blackmailed or something?

Are you okay? If you don't want to do it, you really need to tell us.

This guy is a total brat.

Shh, don't bother him!

This is the "Serizawa System" I specially developed

to boost Suzuki's efficiency.

Huh?

What the heck is the Serizawa System?

Besides, I can't help but feel...

Serizawa is acting a bit weird.

Alright, let's start warming up.

Suzuki, let's hang out today too.

Suzuki.

Let's walk home together.

I'm going this way, see you tomorrow.

Suzuki.

Let's add each other as friends.

It's definitely weird.

I ended up spending the whole day with Serizawa again today.

Suzuki, are you asleep? Wanna chat for a bit?

Chat? Like, on the phone?

Don't tell me he wants to video call!?

No, no, what should I do...

Good night, Suzuki. See you tomorrow.

Come to think of it, why is Serizawa so...

obsessed with hanging out with me?

Should I reply to him...

But... no.

I don't get it.

Good morning, Teacher Suzuki.

You scared me!

Good morning, Serizawa.

Morning.

You look really sleepy.

Uh...

Yeah.

I couldn't sleep at all last night for some reason.

So I ended up... reading until the middle of the night.

What the heck? You were actually awake last night?

Sorry! Even though you texted me.

Did you need something?

Not really, just...

I just wanted to hear your voice.

Huh?

Oh, by the way, we have cooking class today.

I get to cook with Suzuki.

I can't wait.

Um, Serizawa...

Yeah?

Never mind...

Suzuki, wait up!

All right, today we're making stew.

Stew.

Are all the ingredients ready?

All set.

Okay, let's all...

Serizawa, what's wrong?

Hey, Suzuki.

I'm seen as an affectionate seme, right?

Huh?!

Well... at least in my mind you are.

I was just thinking,

aren't semes usually great at cooking?

Yeah, that's true.

All right, leave it to me, Suzuki.

I'm going to be the Stew King!

Huh?

What are you talking about?

Watch this.

You didn't even twist it.

Serizawa, how long is this going to take?

Takeuchi, you're amazing at this.

- It's a piece of cake. - So fast.

Whoa, are you a pro?

I told you it's easy.

I should be asking how you messed it up this badly.

It's all stuck together, Serizawa.

Wait, don't we need green onions?

- Huh? - We don't need those.

Then why did you bring them?

- Hmm? - Huh?

A pencil?

This guy really has zero talent.

Some Stew King you are, Serizawa.

Tag... tag out, Serizawa.

Looks like you've got a long way to go.

About 3,000 miles, maybe?

Uh... he sat down.

He's totally crushed.

Weren't you going to be the Stew King?

Come on! Don't give up!

Get up!

No, I think I'm a lost cause.

Yeah.

Let's dig in.

Time to eat...

Let's eat!

Ready.

Delicious.

So good.

Hmm?

Yeah, it's great.

The broth Suzuki made is amazing.

Yeah.

The carrots Suzuki cut are the perfect size, too.

Thank God we have Suzuki.

Yeah.

Listen up, you guys.

If you keep nagging me like this,

I'm quitting the group over creative differences.

I'm out right now.

You were never even in the group, okay?

Serizawa, you're so annoying.

Saeki, come here for a sec.

The stew Koharu made is super good.

It's nothing, really.

- Let me try some. - It's fine...

- Let's all share it. - No, don't...

It's embarrassing, stop it.

- Time to dig in. - Wait, don't just take it.

- Don't eat it all. - Hold on.

Sorry, Suzuki.

For what?

Even though I'm an affectionate seme,

I'm terrible at cooking.

It's fine... You don't need to worry about it so much.

But...

I want to be the ideal seme.

Uh... it's not too late to start learning.

Start learning now?

- Yeah. - Because, you know,

even the best semes out there...

they all had to practice to get good at it.

So...

Can I still become the Stew King?

Yeah.

I'm sure you can, Serizawa.

So don't be so down on yourself.

Okay?

Sorry...

I sounded like a know-it-all just now...

Not at all.

Thanks, Suzuki.

I feel totally pumped up now.

Oh.

That's good.

Oh, right.

Let's take a picture to commemorate this.

A picture?

A group shot of the three of us with the stew.

The stew?

Here we go.

Say cheese!

Let's take one more.

Say cheese!

Cooking class was super fun,

but I didn't get any time to read Suzuki's novel today.

It's such a bummer.

I see...

Yeah.

Thanks for today.

I'll work hard to become the Stew King.

The one Serizawa is interested in

is definitely not me.

I can't wait to read the next chapter tomorrow.

(Story Outline)

- Rock, paper, scissors! - Rock, paper, scissors!

Suzuki, let's walk home together again today.

Sure.

Um, Serizawa.

Yeah?

There's something I want to tell you.

Okay.

Serizawa...

I'm sorry...

Wh... what's wrong?

That novel you're reading right now...

I...

I might not be able to finish it.

Huh?

Actually, I...

(Story Outline)

I've never once

finished writing a novel.

When I'm writing all by myself,

I gradually start to lose track of

whether I'm actually interested in it or not...

I always end up giving up halfway through.

So this time, too...

If I end up giving up halfway again,

I'd feel terrible for letting you down.

I...

I really don't deserve to be called teacher nor having you read my novel, either.

What the heck? So that's what this is about.

Huh?

You scared me to death.

I thought it was because I was so bad at cooking

that you decided I wasn't fit to be a affectionate seme.

Huh?

But seriously, you really are amazing,

Suzuki.

Because even though you've failed and lost confidence time and time again,

you're still here right now,

still challenging yourself over and over, right?

Isn't that incredible?

Besides...

you're not alone anymore.

Huh?

Hey, Suzuki.

If you ever get stuck while writing by yourself again,

just come to me.

I'll rush over to you anytime, anywhere.

I'll point out all the amazing parts of your novel,

and all the parts that make my heart flutter.

I'll keep telling you until you finally get it yourself.

I'll explain every single detail to you.

Serizawa...

All right, it's a promise.

Okay.

Then I'll work hard to become the Stew King, too.

Huh? You're serious?

I'm always serious.

Ah...

Come on, show me your determination.

Huh? Why?

Wait... hold on, that's embarrassing! Delete it!

No way!

There you go again, Mr. Stubborn.

Serizawa, you're so annoying.

Suzuki?

Eh...

Matsuno, what's wrong?

Ah...

Huh? Suzuki?

Is that Serizawa with him?

Why the hell is Suzuki hanging out with Serizawa?

Not giving it to you.

Come on, just delete it already!

- Hurry up! - Nope.

- Delete it! - No.

- Delete it! - No way.

Jeez.

What should I do? Not a chance.

I don't want to.

(Next Episode Preview) By the way, Suzuki...

(The Definition of a Friend) When did you get so close to Serizawa and the others?

Finally found you.

Wanna go to karaoke with everyone?

I've never sung in front of people before.

Are you serious?

(This drama is a work of fiction) But I feel like I can sing right now.

Sorry, I really can't do this.