Rakujitsu no Pathos

Fujiwara, a rising manga artist, finds his world turned upside down when his former high school teacher and first love, Yuuki, moves in next door. Now a married woman, Yuuki has relocated to the city for a fresh start, though her husband is frequently away on business. Seeking solace, she reconnects with Fujiwara, unaware of the unsettling reality—his apartment’s thin walls allow him to eavesdrop on every sound from her home. As their interactions grow more frequent, old feelings resurface, blurring the lines between past affections and present boundaries. The tension builds as Fujiwara grapples with his intrusive knowledge, while Yuuki remains oblivious to the secrets lurking just beyond her walls. Their complicated dynamic unfolds against the backdrop of unspoken desires and unaddressed emotions, creating an atmosphere thick with longing and unease. The thin barrier between their lives becomes a metaphor for the fragile boundaries separating friendship from obsession. With each passing day, the weight of Fujiwara’s hidden awareness grows heavier, casting shadows over their rekindled bond. The story delves into themes of nostalgia, loneliness, and the ethical dilemmas of uninvited intimacy. Will Yuuki ever discover the truth, or will Fujiwara’s silent surveillance remain his guilty secret? The delicate balance between their past and present threatens to unravel as their lives intertwine in unexpected ways.