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The story begins with Shirō Kido's reunion with a former classmate, Rio Kijima, at a college teacher's funeral. In the past, when they were students, Kijima used to show talent as a novelist, even earning a big prize. Kido was jealous of Kijima's success, but after reading his works he became aware of his lack of talent and gave up writing novels and became an editor of erotic novels. However, after reuniting it became clear to Kido that Kijima was stuck; facing a wall. He had used up all his talent. With Kido also being in a lost state, he offers Kijima the opportunity to write pornographic novels. With the intense eroticism and closeness, both men open up and feed into their desire. As their lust grows, so does their toxic craving. The two become a relationship beyond the line while a mixture of emotions are drawn from the suffering Kijima.

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6 Episodes
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episode image Destiny Is Like the Color Indigo
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#1 Destiny Is Like the Color Indigo

S1:E1

After years apart, Kido and Kijima reconnect at the funeral of a professor from college. When Kido learns of Kijima's financial troubles, he offers a way to earn some money through writing a different novel style.

episode image In Search of a Moment of Oblivion
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#2 In Search of a Moment of Oblivion

S1:E2

Kido's job is to get the last book of their top writer, Mr. Gamouda, before he dies. After accomplishing such a feat, he can get transferred to a better job. When under pressure, Kido convinces Mr. Gamouda to stay by offering Kijima as an apprentice. However, in order for Gamouda to take Kijima as an apprentice, he must pass a test.

episode image Awakening Beyond the Limits of Rationale
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#3 Awakening Beyond the Limits of Rationale

S1:E3

After an intimate test, Kido wants more. Meanwhile, Kijima seems uncertain of how the two will continue after this night. Prolonging this change, Kijima finally begins his apprenticeship with Mr. Gamoda.

episode image The Art of Loving
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#4 The Art of Loving

S1:E4

Kijima takes care of Kamoda as his health rapidly fails. Kido is experiencing mounting pressure from his wife and his personal goals regarding his current job.

episode image The Chain Reaction of Betrayal and Sadness
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#5 The Chain Reaction of Betrayal and Sadness

S1:E5

Kijima learns the truth about Kido's fiancé and his plans to leave the publishing company.

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#6 Head to the Other End That Exists

S1:E6

Kijima plans a funeral for Kamoda and publishes his posthumous work.

Cast & Chracters

character image Rio Kajima

Rio Kajima

Actor: Terunosuke Takezai
character image Shirou Kido

Shirou Kido

Actor: Munehiro Yoshida

Name Department Job
Koichiro Miki Directing Director
Kazuyuki Shimizu Production Producer
Maki Marukido Writing Comic Book

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