Raiko_kutima

Kikidori and Haruna have been inseparable since daycare, their bond unshaken by time, distance, or the judgmental whispers of their classmates. But Haruna isn’t like other girls—born with real cat ears and a tail, she’s been treated as an outcast her entire life. And Kikidori? He’s the only one who’s ever truly accepted her.

Now, in their senior year of high school, they find themselves sharing a dorm, navigating the challenges of school, relationships, and the ever-present bullying that comes with being too close to someone different. Kikidori faces daily harassment for standing by her side, while Haruna hides her pain behind playful meows and mischievous teasing.

But as their friendship deepens, emotions grow more complicated. Between late-night cuddles, flirtatious jokes, and a tension neither of them fully understands yet, they’ll have to figure out just how much their bond truly means—and whether it’s destined to be more than just friendship.

One thing is certain: this year is going to be anything but ordinary.

My Cat-Eared Best Friend

The rooftop was still quiet, the wind gently ruffling their hair as Kikidori and Haruna sat side by side. The peacefulness was nice. No classes, no annoying bullies, no rules. Just them, sitting together, away from everything.

Then, for no real reason, they both turned to look at each other.

It wasn't awkward. Not really. It was just one of those weird moments where the world seemed to slow down.

Haruna's ears twitched. "Hey, Kiki."

Kikidori raised an eyebrow. "What?"

She tilted her head. "Have you ever kissed anyone before?"

He rolled his eyes. "I'm not surprised. You scare people away."

She gasped, dramatically clutching her chest. "How dare you?! I am adorable!"

"Menace, adorable, same thing," she said, flicking her tail.

Kikidori shook his head, but Haruna was still looking at him, her golden eyes glinting with mischief.

Then—without hesitation—she leaned in. "Wanna try it?"

Kikidori blinked again. "Try what?"

His brain short-circuited. "What?!"

Haruna laughed at his reaction. "Relax! It's just to see what it's like."

"Because—!" Kikidori opened his mouth to argue… then paused.

It wasn't like they were in love or anything. It was just a stupid kiss. Neither of them had done it before, and honestly… now he was kinda curious.

Haruna grinned, clearly reading his thoughts. "See? You do wanna try."

Kikidori groaned. "Fine. But if this is weird, I'm punching you."

They turned to face each other properly, sitting up straight.

Haruna frowned. "Wait, do we go left or right?"

Kikidori blinked. "Uh… I dunno."

They both tilted their heads the same way.

Haruna huffed. "Okay, this is stupid. Just—stay still."

Kikidori sighed and held still as she leaned in again. Their lips almost touched—

Then she accidentally bumped noses with him.

"Ow—damn it," she muttered, rubbing her nose.

Kikidori sighed. "This is a disaster."

She giggled. "Okay, okay, for real this time."

Finally, after a solid twenty seconds of struggling, they got it right.

Not bad. Not amazing. Just a kiss.

They stayed like that for a moment before pulling back.

Kikidori wiped his mouth with his sleeve. "That's what people freak out about?!"

Haruna laughed. "Damn. I thought there'd be, like… fireworks or something."

Kikidori rolled his eyes. "Yeah, well, clearly we suck at this."

She giggled, flicking his forehead. "You're so fun to mess with."

Kikidori sighed, shaking his head. "Well. That happened."

Haruna grinned. "Yup. And now we can say we did it."

"Great. Life-changing experience."

She laughed, nudging his shoulder. "Admit it. You love having me around."

But even as they sat there, bickering like usual, he couldn't help but think—

That was the dumbest first kiss ever.

My Little Kiss