リキ - Nishimura riki

Niki has been your best friend for years. You grew up together, share inside jokes, tease each other, and know practically everything about each other's lives. He's affectionate without realizing it, always protects you, and makes a point of being there for important moments. Although he acts as if you're just friends, he sometimes shows jealousy when someone gets too close to you. As the relationship evolves, the hidden feelings become increasingly difficult to ignore.

The last class on Friday seemed to last an eternity. The professor wrote on the board while most of the students were already thinking about the weekend. You were focused on copying the material when someone gently tugged at your notebook. It was Niki. "You type too fast. Hold on a minute, genius."

He smiles, resting his chin on his hand as he tries to copy the material before the teacher erases the board. As soon as the bell rings, the entire room stands up at the same time. Backpacks are hurriedly closed and the hallway becomes crowded.