Akihisa's POV

As I stand in the empty classroom with my hand on my head, I think. Himeji or Minami? I can't make this decision. I AM TRULY AN IDIOT! Even though I keep up a facade of idiocy, I know how much I hurt my friends. I am painfully, excruciatingly aware of it.

I hear thundering footsteps. Yuuji runs down, grasping Minami by one hand and Himeji by the other.

"BAKA! WE'RE TIRED OF YOUR ANTICS, YOU IDIOT! CHOOSE!" Yuuji screams. Kouta and Hideyoshi both join him with matching determined looks.

Time slows down while I make my decision. I do have feelings for Minami, but I keep hurting her. It's painful, but she's best with Hideyoshi, whom I know will take care of her. And Himeji-God only knows how much I love her.

"I've chosen. Minami, you're amazing, and I have had feelings for you, but I know Hideyoshi will take care of you better than I ever could. And Himeji-all the things you do for me don't go unnoticed. I can truly say these three words honestly-I love you."

Hideyoshi's POV

As if on cue, the rest of us rush out and leave Aki and Himeji alone.

"Who would have thought that BAKA would finally choose?" Yuuji exclaimed.

Minami looks uncomfortable and looks like she's about to cry.

"Mina-" I start to say, but she cuts me off with a curt, "I have to go." And she practically runs.