Ah so now we slow down and get into actual relationship territory.

Zen wants so badly for summer to be finished so he can see Hojo again. But while he waits he hangs out with Aoi to get some studying done. While doing that Aoi begins to grow feelings for Zen, and even begins to really fall for him. Once they're all back in school Aoi goes to Hojo to learn how to tie up Zen.

This is a lot slower paced volume without so much forcing people into situations which is nice. Learning about how to tie people up is pretty interesting and of course hot. The bully who's in love with Aoi is cliche but can lead to some interesting plotting down the line.

A 4 out of 5.