Cool, friendly Mariya is the undisputed kingof his year! But why does he always hang around with shy and painfully awkward“Mr. Mannequin” Nachi? Can these boys withstand the non-stopjudgment of a school filled with jealous rivals and confusedclassmates?

A New Season of YoungLeaves follows every sweet high and lonely low in the growing relationship ofunlikely best friends. How will the most popular guy in class deal when hiswallflower confidant suddenly steals the social spotlight...and a beautifulgirl's affection?

Visual artist(s): Akeno Kitahata