Mizuho Nishino is an aspiring manga artist living with her four childhood friends: Kizuki Hazawa, Shuugo Hoshikawa, Shin Kashiwagi, and Airu Izumi. On her 17th birthday, Kizuki suddenly confesses his love and asks her to be his girlfriend. Despite his sincere and persistent attempts to win her over, Mizuho, who has never experienced romance before, turns down his initial offer. With Kizuki openly expressing his feelings, Mizuho finds herself in a tricky position, afraid that starting a relationship might disrupt their long-standing friendship. As she navigates the challenges of growing up, she learns that the other three boys also have feelings for her. This discovery complicates her struggle to understand her own emotions without breaking the precious bonds she shares with her friends.

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As the seasons shift, Mizuho Nishino experiences both happiness and heartache throughout her teenage years. With Christmas drawing near, she looks forward to celebrating the holiday with her four childhood friends: Kizuki Hazawa, Shin Kashiwagi, Airu Izumi, and Shuugo Hoshikawa. However, Kizuki catches her off guard by asking her to spend the time together alone, which leads Mizuho to open up and agree to be his girlfriend. Word of Mizuho and Kizuki's relationship spreads quickly, stirring up feelings in Shin and Airu, who have found it difficult to acknowledge their own emotions. The tight-knit group's relationships become strained as they navigate this unfamiliar territory, leaving it uncertain whether the new romance and long-standing friendships will endure.

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