Shuichi Nakatsu

Driven by a deep crush on Mizuki, this talented soccer scholarship student often finds himself at the center of school rumors regarding his sexuality. Though his classmates mistake his attraction for being gay, he is simply captivated by Mizuki's feminine charm. Originally hailing from Osaka, he speaks with a thick, unmistakable Kansai dialect. He frequently struggles with intense jealousy toward Sano due to their close bond, making him a particularly expressive and emotional presence within his peer group.