We've known each other for 8 years, 8 years of working together, 8 years ........of being friends.

“The past 8 years have passed between me and him. It can be like this....really?"

The clear sound of a 21-year-old boy could be heard blowing a small dry leaf on the road in the middle of the Shinjuku commercial district and then passing by as if nothing had ever happened. In the atmosphere around 4 o'clock, with no people passing by, Chinen Yuri came home from work on the radio program, walking slowly. Without a goal according to your own emotions

While thinking about someone who have been friends for a long time Where do we go together? Always take care of each other.

That person, what they actually did, aside from the word "friend," are there any other words or meanings hidden?

/He wants to know/

/He doesn't want to think about his dreams alone/

-The next morning-

Sunlight streams in through the window. It is a natural phenomenon that tells the person in bed to get out of bed and go about their daily routine.

The little man pushed himself up and sat up against the head of the bed. Remove dirt from your eyes thoroughly before washing your body to refresh yourself for a new day when you have no work to do.

"Dueng Duang"

A message from the phone rang shortly after the little man left the bathroom.

Ryosuke

I'm hungry.

I always smile every time Yamada Ryosuke, my close friend, joins an idol group.

Hey! Say! JUMP

Sent a message even though it's normal for friends to call and chat. When he's lonely But why do I feel different from how people who are "friends" feel? But what kind is it? I couldn't answer to myself either.

Ryosuke

I'm hungry.

                                                           Me

really?

That's the message I replied to. It might look annoying in the language spoken by friends. But I secretly suspect that Why would they tell me about such a small matter?

Today there is no work for myself or the group. And there's no plan for where to go. I'd like to stay at home and watch the movie CDs I borrowed from Yuto all day.

I think I'll do that.

Ryosuke

I'm hungry.

                                                             Me

really?

Ryosuke

Will you come or not?

I thought he was just complaining and listening. It turned out that he had invited him to eat. The plan made today must be folded and put aside first. Wait until next time to watch.

Ryosuke

I'm hungry.

                                                            Me

really?

Ryosuke

Will you come or not?

                                                            Me

Well, I changed my shirt.

It is true that such a message is sent out. Because I myself had finished taking a shower and getting dressed but just didn't plan on going anywhere. I can't help it, but I have to be patient with him.

A bright-faced young man secretly smiled brightly. The corners of his mouth lifted beyond the limits of a normal person before he adjusted his clothes to look completely covered and started to go find Ryosuke at home.

The two of us didn't go anywhere far to eat. Shopping district around Ryosuke's house It seemed to be the place that was most resistant to his cries of hunger. But I don't know if I'm wrong or not. I feel like there are so many strange people today. Even though today is not a holiday. Ryosuke walked slowly ahead of me. He must be very hungry.

/so hungry it's scary/

Before he could walk past me, his arms were ready to be lifted up, adding strength to his legs to walk at a steady pace towards the target restaurant.

/hug/

I was blocked.

Behind the scenes, people walked past each other in chaos, shaking at each other's sides. No one noticed that Yamada Ryosuke and Chinen Yuri, the idols of the group,

Hey! Say! JUMP

What are you doing here? He turned his head and looked after feeling something hit his forearm. Our eyes met for only a moment, without any conversation between us.

I don't dare say that I'm afraid of getting lost.

I don't dare tell you that I'm afraid of being separated from the people I came with.

It must have been a difficult commotion. If this situation occurs In a place where there are people walking around like this He turned around and continued walking, but...

But only a small palm still held the joint of the hand in front of him. Instead, flip it over and place all five fingers down to bridge the space in between. A deep, gentle touch shows concern. Emphasizing his firmness, not letting the little man slip away from him anywhere.

/What is it for?/

/Why did you do it/

/Or what are you thinking?/

I was warmed by the reaction just a moment ago.

like an important person Someone important to him.......or not?

The two of us together No, Ryosuke dragged me to a restaurant at the end of the street. It's a normal restaurant, even resembling a children's restaurant. The interior is decorated with crayon paintings in nice frames adorning the walls, as if they were the work of a 6-year-old child showing their cuteness. Age comes out through pictures Some are mountains, some seas, some happy families.

We escaped and sat together near the back exit of the store. Prevent people from meeting people who know us.

"What are you eating? Please order first."

"I want rice wrapped in eggs."

"Eh"

"Are you still eating like a child like this?"

"Is that strange?"

"That's strange."

"Then please give me two servings of rice wrapped in eggs."

"Ah!"

Secretly I thought it was funny in my heart but laughed dryly so I ordered the same to laugh and play like that. This time Ryosuke was strange. Taken to a strange restaurant Normally we usually go to eat at modern and classy restaurants, but it's strange to be brought to a bright, youthful style restaurant like this.

"I've got two egg rolls."

"wow"

"Look at this." It looks better than I thought. This is really just children's food.

"Let's eat."

Ryosuke showed a soft smile, quickly cutting off Chinen Yuri's conversation and inviting him to start scooping rice into his mouth in large bites.

"delicious"

I realized the taste after Ryosuke eagerly ate a few bites. Look at the expression on his face, so determined and determined, like he's been fasting all night.

Rice mixed with egg sheets on a spoonful of ketchup. It was pushed right into the mouth and no rice grains escaped and fell onto the plate. It was a sight that made Jinen Yuri almost choke on tears. I couldn't help but laugh at this close friend and had to turn my head to look out the window. Before scooping rice into his mouth, he followed along, smiling with his cheeks still brimming, trying to hold back his emotions.

"Oh"

As soon as the little man was able to concentrate himself so as not to accidentally show the smile he had been holding back, Turn back to deal with the food on your plate. The soft, white tissue paper was pressed against his cheek, and he secretly smiled, not looking to see that there was a stain of red sauce on the young man's hand that he had devoured just moments before.

Yuri turned and looked into the eyes of the owner of that palm. Feeling of peace of mind And the soft, unmistakable touch made Chinen Yuri speechless, but turned her eyes in another direction, hiding the pinkish tint clearly visible on her cheeks.

After we finished recharging our energy in the morning That day all day The two of us wandered around and bought things. Actually, I didn't plan on buying anything. I saw the invitation so I came. But he dragged me into every store. Each shop is an hour long. When I entered the watch shop, I almost fell asleep in the shop.

He is a good buyer. I don't dare to compare with someone like that guy.

Back at the house, Ryosuke was chilling. He didn't know if he was more tired or not. But looking at Ryosuke's current condition, it's almost no different from a real-life zombie.

"Wow, I'm really tired today." I sat down on the bed. Even though it's not my own home, it's the same because I've been here countless times. Know every nook and cranny of the house. As the shopper limped along, carrying more than necessary luggage, he entered the door of the room behind him and dropped all of them on the floor.

"How about you buy this much and look at the condition?"

/freak/

The sound of the mattress on the bed being pressed down tightly by another person's weight caused the small figure in front of him to widen his eyes from shock. The little head was pressed against another's chest. Both hands gripped the hem of Yuuri's shirt tightly. Beads of sweat rolled up and down his forehead, falling onto his chin before falling onto the sleeping surface.

"What's wrong?" It looked like he was very tired. I'm starting to get worried about him.

"I am tired"

"Of course. Today you and I walked all day."

"Yes, but I'm so tired that I invited you to come today."

That sentence made my heart that was on the inside almost jump outward. In contrast, my body remained motionless, unable to move anywhere. You could only rub his head up and down to relieve his worries.

"Please stay like this for a little while longer."

A soft voice on a weary day held Jinen Yuri to stay with him for a little while longer. Until fatigue from taking on the heavy duties of the center of the band

Hey! Say!  JUMP

will subside

/I don't know what he's getting tired of/

/I don't know what he will encounter. But I want to be close to him. I want to be by your side on the day when he doesn't have anyone. I don't care anymore. What will Ryosuke think of me? Only now I am happy when I am with him. Just asking for this is enough.

fin.

P.S. Chee Manchan 555