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In Pastoral ToneAuthor: Sasaki Kuni
| Original Title | 田園情調あり |
|---|---|
| Author | 佐々木 邦 |
| Genre | Popular Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In a tranquil Japanese village where lingering class divides blur modern and traditional lives, Mizumachi and Aki-chan navigate a delicate bond shaped by their families’ shared history—once landlords and tenants, now equals in a changing world. Their chance encounter on a crowded train sparks a tentative connection, masked by casual banter about fishing trips and family errands. Beneath their lighthearted exchanges simmers an unspoken affection, constrained by village expectations and the shadows of old hierarchies. Seeking refuge, they join a literary discussion group led by the earnest yet long-winded Date-kun, where debates over novels and village politics intertwine with covert glances and whispered promises. As Mizumachi devises schemes to legitimize their relationship through alliances with influential friends, tensions between progress and tradition surface. Yet every stolen moment risks exposure in a community where gossip thrives, forcing them to balance hope with caution. Amid autumn rains and clandestine walks, their story unfolds—a quiet dance of yearning against the backdrop of rustling fields and whispered secrets. |
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