How a Penguin Dives
-NOTE-
This novel is unedited; expect typographical, grammatical, format, and plot errors.
-SYPNOSIS-
Jousuke Daikuhara is a kind-hearted high schooler known for his quiet strength, musical talent, and calming presence. A top student and skilled musician, he prefers peaceful days and finds joy in the little things. Though he doesnât see himself as special, his genuine care and subtle attentiveness draw others in, slowly turning his once-simple life into a web of emotions and silent confessions.
Leah Boutsuki is shy, soft-spoken, and quietly artistic. She and Jousuke first met after accidentally bumping into each other outside their classroom. Despite her reserved nature, her gentle warmth leaves a quiet mark on Jousukeâthough expressing her feelings remains her greatest challenge.
Kaede Miyazaki, the tsundere student council vice president, is sharp-tongued and fiercely driven. Known as the most beautiful girl at Bungaku High, she frequently clashes with Jousuke through council duties, calling him an idiot to mask her flustered reactions to his smile. Underneath her tough front, sheâs drawn to his sincerityâmuch to her own frustration.
Rika Sakurai, soft-spoken and quietly strong, has harbored feelings for Jousuke since middle school. A small moment of kindness from him long ago stayed with her, even as she tried moving on with others. Her loyalty and quiet longing add to the emotional storm slowly surrounding Jousuke.
As days pass, fleeting moments blur the line between friendship and love. In this gentle harem, the question of who will win Jousukeâs heart remains unansweredâbecause love, in its quietest form, is never so easily defined.