Hatsukoi wa Gunjou ni Tokeru

Kengo becomes depressed after hurting his arm during a baseball practice session. He encounters a reclusive student in the music room. The following day, Kengo learns that the student is his classmate, Yoshioka, who has consistently skipped class. Kengo returns to the music room and, despite Yoshioka's reluctance, eventually uncovers that Yoshioka was retained a grade due to experiencing bullying. The narrative explores the developing relationship between the two boys, both dealing with emotional pain. An additional chapter is included.