My Little Monster

Shizuku Mizutani keeps her world small and orderly, focusing almost entirely on grades and showing little interest in classmates. That routine shifts when she crosses paths with Haru Yoshida, a feared troublemaker who stopped coming to school after a fight early in the year. Despite his reputation, Haru is as out of step with other people as Shizuku is—he doesn’t understand social norms and has no friends. Their first real meeting catches Shizuku off guard when Haru abruptly declares her his friend and even confesses his feelings on the spot.

With little experience navigating friendships, Shizuku struggles to make sense of what Haru wants and what she’s supposed to feel in return. As they spend more time together, their connection gradually deepens, and Shizuku starts to see sides of Haru beyond his violence. Caught between uncertainty and growing affection, the two learn—awkwardly, honestly, and at their own pace—what their bond means and how to understand their emotions.