Koharu

A classmate of Minoru's who confesses her feelings to him but is rejected.

Taira encounters Susumu on the street and later helps him with his manga work alongside Ao-chan.

Ao-chan arrives to help Susumu with his manga deadlines, bringing Taira along.

Minoru shares intimate moments with Susumu. He later helps Susumu with his manga work and playfully motivates him by mentioning he's wearing sexy underwear.

Minoru's sister asks him to do chores.

Susumu's editor discusses the differences between commercial BL and doujinshi, and the expectations of readers.