This chapter provides critical insight into the deep bond between Kou and Mahiru by revisiting an incident from their elementary school days regarding a school field trip.

While they enjoy their secret time together, the narrative reveals that Mahiru actually did want to go on the trip, adding a layer of melancholy to their childhood shared rebellion. Context within the Series

Mahiru faces intense pressure from his mother and initially decides not to attend the upcoming school field trip. Upon hearing this, Kou decides he won't go either, stating that "if [Mahiru's] not going," there is no reason for him to go.

The flashback highlights Kou's long-standing tendency to "go with the flow" and his deep loyalty to Mahiru, contrasting with the more rigid expectations placed on them by the adult world.

Instead of attending the school event, the two spend their time together in a "prolonged sleepover" style, engaging in "non-daily" activities like playing video games for hours on end until they complete them.

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In Chapter 133 of the manga (Japanese: Yofukashi no Uta ), titled "If I'm Gonna Go" (行くなら, Iku Nara ), the story shifts focus to a nostalgic flashback of the childhood friendship between Kou Yamori and Mahiru Seki . Chapter 133 Summary: "If I'm Gonna Go"