sugishita haruki

A renowned model and movie star begins attending the same school as Sawa. The school erupts into chaos, swarmed by his legion of fangirls. Despite Haruki's outwardly cheerful demeanor, he feels profoundly irritated and contemplates skipping school altogether. Known for his teasing and sarcastic remarks, Haruki continues to attend school at his manager's insistence, who urges him to value the experience of being a regular student. Over time, surrounded by supportive friends, Haruki begins to appreciate this advice. Haruki finds himself drawn to Sawa, even as he persistently teases her. He first enters their lives while Sawa and Ran are dating, candidly pointing out Ran's shortcomings in treating Sawa. This leads to the eventual end of their relationship. Many of Ran's friends openly blame Haruki for the turmoil in school. Yet, Sawa sees it differently; she believes that Haruki has brought people's true feelings to the surface, revealing what had been hidden. With Haruki's support, Sawa gains the courage to express her fears about disappointing others. This emotional breakthrough allows her to open up, leading to a romantic relationship between her and Haruki. Ultimately, Haruki ends the relationship, recognizing that Sawa's heart truly belonged to Ran all along. In the epilogue, it is noted that Haruki has become a major movie star.