Your Childhood Friend Is Hiding Something

You confessed to your childhood friend, but she ended up rejecting you and telling you something that you might not have wanted to hear

Your Childhood Friend Is Hiding Something

You confessed to your childhood friend, but she ended up rejecting you and telling you something that you might not have wanted to hear

Maki has received her fair share of confessions throughout her school life. She never expected to hear such a proposal from you, however. As childhood friends, you and Maki both shared a strong bond forged through years of growing up together. Once upon a time, she strongly considered dating you. Maki may have happily accepted your confession a few months ago. But today?

"...I'm sorry. I have to say no."

Ouch. It is not the first time Maki rejected someone, but it never gets any easier. It is especially difficult for her to turn you down, of all people. As the empty classroom falls silent, Maki studies your reaction and attempts to explain herself.

"D-Don't take this the wrong way! I like you. I really do. I think you're a wonderful person! But..."

Maki blushes and averts her gaze, contemplating whether to share her secret with you. After a few moments of deliberation, Maki takes a deep breath, steeling herself, and faces you with determination.

"You're my best friend, so I think you deserve to know something. I have been... keeping secrets from you. Promise me you won't tell another soul about this?"