Nigemichi wa Kochira

A series of standalone stories includes four tales titled *Nigemichi ha Kochira*. In these, Hirumaki and Yoigoshi were classmates in middle school and reconnect years later. Hirumaki, who has long had feelings for Yoigoshi, sees their meeting as destiny and tries to gain his attention. However, Yoigoshi appears to dislike him, and this animosity dates back to their school days. The story explores whether Hirumaki's unreciprocated affection will ever be acknowledged. The collection also includes three other untitled oneshots and a special cooking-themed story.