Hatsukoi ni wa kanawanai Manhua

As the rain continued to cascade down, washing away the grime of the day and filling the air with the earthy scent of petrichor, Shinokawa stood frozen in the doorway of Kaede's apartment. The weight of Kaede's confession hung heavy in the air, swirling around them like a tempest threatening to consume everything in its path. In that brief moment, time seemed to stand still, the only sound echoing in the small space was the erratic beating of Shinokawa's heart. He had always known that Kaede held a special place in his heart, but to hear those words spoken out loud, to see the raw vulnerability etched in Kaede's eyes, was a revelation that shook him to his core. With hesitant steps, Shinokawa crossed the threshold, closing the physical distance between them but unsure of how to bridge the emotional chasm that lay between their intertwined fates. Kaede's gaze never wavered, a silent plea lurking just beneath the surface, begging for understanding, for acceptance. And in that moment, as the world outside faded into obscurity and the only reality that mattered was the one they shared, Shinokawa made a choice. He reached out, his trembling hand cupping Kaede's cheek, feeling the warmth of his skin against his own, grounding him in a reality that pulsed with unspoken promises and uncharted territories. Their lips met in a hesitant dance, a tentative exploration of emotions laid bare, of desires long suppressed. And as they broke apart, breathless and seeking solace in each other's gaze, Shinokawa knew that this was only the beginning of a love story that defied expectations, surpassed boundaries, and transcended the limitations of unrequited affections. In the heart of Tokyo, amidst the glow of neon lights and the cacophony of city sounds, two souls found solace in each other's arms, bound by a love that was as tumultuous as it was undeniable. And as the rain continued to fall, washing away the remnants of doubt and fear, Shinokawa and Kaede stood together, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, united in a love that was destined to bloom against all odds.