Haruma couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with the situation at home. He was glad that he and his mother had left his father, but the pain of the abuse still lingered. He found himself constantly worrying about his mother and wondering if they had made the right decision.

Hanazakura could sense that something was bothering Haruma and decided to talk to him about it. "What's been bothering you, Haruma?" she asked.

"It's just...my family," Haruma replied, looking down at his hands. "I can't help but feel guilty for leaving my father behind, even though he was hurting my mother. And now, I'm constantly worried about her and whether we made the right decision by leaving."

Hanazakura listened attentively, then gently took Haruma's hand. "Haruma, you did the right thing by leaving," she said firmly. "Your mother deserved to be safe, and you did everything in your power to make sure that happened. You should be proud of yourself."

Haruma nodded, still feeling uncertain. "But what about my father?" he asked. "I can't just abandon him."

Hanazakura thought for a moment. "It's important to remember that you can't control other people's actions, Haruma," she said. "Your father made his own choices, and he has to deal with the consequences of those choices. All you can do is focus on yourself and your own well-being."

Haruma nodded slowly, taking in Hanazakura's words. "You're right," he said. "I just need to focus on taking care of myself and my mother."

Hanazakura smiled at him. "Exactly. And if you ever need someone to talk to or just to vent, I'm here for you," she said.

Haruma felt a sense of relief wash over him, knowing that he had someone like Hanazakura to confide in. He knew that the road ahead would still be tough, but with her support, he felt more equipped to handle it.

As Haruma shares his struggles with Hanazakura, she listens intently and offers her support. She encourages him to talk to someone outside of their friend group, such as a teacher or counselor, about what is happening at home.

Haruma is hesitant at first, but with Hanazakura's gentle nudging, he eventually opens up to a trusted teacher. The teacher is able to offer Haruma resources for dealing with domestic violence and helps him and his mother find a safe place to stay.

Hanazakura continues to support Haruma through this difficult time, reminding him that he is not alone and that there are people who care about him. She encourages him to focus on his own well-being and to continue pursuing his passions, such as music.

As Haruma and his mother start their new life away from his abusive father, he feels a newfound sense of freedom and hope. He realizes that he has a support system in Hanazakura and others who are willing to help him through tough times.

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Just then Hanzakura stood up and invites him and his mother for dinner.

Haruma gladly accepts it.

Haruma returned to his mother with a bright smile on his face. "Mom, guess what? Hanazakura invited us over for dinner at her place!" he exclaimed.

His mother looked up from her book and raised an eyebrow. "Really? That's very kind of her," she replied.

His mother smiled softly. "I'm glad you have such good friends, Haruma. It's important to have people who care about you," she said.

Haruma nodded, feeling grateful for his mother's understanding. He knew that the upcoming dinner with Hanazakura and her family would provide a much-needed escape from the tension and fighting at home.

Haruma and his mother were amazed by the spacious and beautiful house of Hanazakura. They were welcomed by Ryuusei and Lisa who warmly greeted them and showed them around the house.

As they sat down for dinner, Ryuusei and Lisa shared their love story. They met at a coffee shop, and Ryuusei was immediately smitten by Lisa's beauty and kind heart. They hit it off right away, and soon they were dating.

Ryuusei spoke with passion and tenderness about how Lisa changed his life for the better. He told them about the challenges they faced together and how they overcame them with love and perseverance.

Haruma and his mother were inspired by their story and felt grateful to be surrounded by such loving people. Hanazakura, who had been quiet during dinner, suddenly spoke up.

"I know that dealing with family issues can be tough," she said, looking at Haruma. "But always remember that you are not alone, and there are people who care about you and want to help you. You can always count on us."

Haruma felt a wave of gratitude and relief wash over him. He knew that he had found true friends in Hanazakura, Ryuusei, and Lisa, and he was determined to be there for them as they had been there for him.

As Haruma was getting ready to leave for their house with his mother, she suddenly embraced him in a tight hug. Haruma was taken aback for a moment, but then he relaxed into the embrace, feeling the warmth and comfort that Hanazakura always seemed to radiate.

"I'm so grateful for you, Haruma," Hanazakura said, her voice slightly muffled by his shirt.

"You've been such a great support to me, and now I want to support you too."

Haruma felt his heart swell with emotion at her words. He had never really thought of himself as someone who could be a source of support for others, but Hanazakura seemed to see something in him that he didn't even know was there.

"I'm happy to help in any way I can," Haruma said, pulling away from the hug and looking at Hanazakura with a small smile. "And thank you for inviting us to your house. My mom could really use a break from all the stress at home."

Hanazakura smiled back at him, her eyes sparkling with warmth. "I'm happy to have you both over.

"Promise me that you'll take care of yourself and your mother," she said.

"I will," Haruma replied, nodding solemnly.

Hanazakura smiled again and patted his shoulder. "Good. I know you'll be okay," she said, before turning and walking away.

As they head back home after dinner at Hanazakura's house, Haruma's mother teases him about Hanazakura. "You know, Haruma, Hanazakura seems to be quite fond of you. Are you two an item?" she asks, giving him a playful nudge.

Haruma blushes and shakes his head. "No, Mom. We're just good friends," he says, feeling a bit flustered by his mother's teasing.

His mother chuckles. "Well, she seems like a lovely girl. And it's clear that she cares about you. You're lucky to have a friend like her."

Haruma nods, feeling grateful for Hanazakura's friendship. He knows that he can always count on her for support, especially during the difficult times at home.