Atsushi Kawase

At 27 years old, Atsushi Kawase works as a publishing editor whose main challenge is managing his professional relationship with the notoriously withdrawn novelist Miharu Tsukishiro. A self-proclaimed cat fanatic, he frequently uses manuscript discussions as a convenient excuse to visit Tsukishiro's home—his true motive being quality time with the beloved cat 'Haru.' Though his boisterous personality often earns him cold glares and dismissive remarks from Tsukishiro, Kawase never lets it dampen his spirits. He remains a steadfast source of encouragement for Tsukishiro's creative endeavors, and when Tsukishiro decides to adopt a cat, Kawase eagerly steps in with expert advice and heartfelt emotional support, proving himself an irreplaceable bridge between Tsukishiro and the outside world.