Taira

Minoru's sister asks him to do chores.

A classmate of Minoru's who works at a bakery and recognizes Susumu.

Koharu is a fujoshi who meets Minoru.

Susumu is seen being intimate with Minoru. Later, he is shown struggling to meet his manga deadlines, complaining about drawing backgrounds, and receiving help from his assistants.

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

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