# Defying Kurosaki-kun, Volume 7
## Introduction
- Yu's Confession Dilemma
- Realization of romantic feelings for Kurosaki-kun
- Internal conflict due to rivalry with best friend Meiko
- Decision to suppress her emotions for the sake of friendship
## Part I: The Struggle Within
- Yu’s Emotional Turmoil
- Battling guilt over hidden feelings
- Questioning whether she can maintain her resolve
- Observations of Kurosaki-kun’s behavior fueling her confusion
- Friendship vs. Romance
- Meiko’s growing interest in Kurosaki-kun
- Tension between loyalty to Meiko and personal desires
- Attempts to act normal around both Meiko and Kurosaki-kun
## Part II: School Life and Cultural Festival Preparations
- Schoolwide Excitement
- Announcement of upcoming cultural festival
- Romantic atmosphere affecting students’ interactions
- Increased opportunities for misunderstandings and tension
- Meiko’s Bold Move
- Meiko’s plan to sneak into Kurosaki-kun’s room
- Yu’s internal struggle as she learns about Meiko’s intentions
- Debate on whether to intervene or let things unfold naturally
- Yu’s Role in Festivities
- Assigned tasks for the cultural festival
- Collaborating with Kurosaki-kun during preparations
- Moments of closeness that challenge Yu’s self-control
## Part III: Complications Arise
- Miscommunication and Awkward Encounters
- Accidental hints of Yu’s feelings slipping out
- Kurosaki-kun’s reactions creating more questions
- Meiko noticing subtle changes in Yu’s behavior
- Testing Boundaries
- Conversations with classmates about relationships
- Pressure from peers regarding romance
- Reflections on what true friendship means amidst rivalry
## Part IV: Climactic Events at the Festival
- Day of the Cultural Festival
- Final preparations leading up to the event
- Heightened emotions among all characters
- Unforeseen encounters pushing Yu toward a breaking point
- Confrontation of Feelings
- A pivotal moment where Yu must decide how honest to be
- Meiko confronting Yu about perceived distance in their friendship
- Kurosaki-kun inadvertently revealing his own thoughts
## Conclusion
- Resolution of Conflicts
- Clarification of Yu’s stance on love and friendship
- Outcome of Meiko’s pursuit of Kurosaki-kun
- Reflections on personal growth and understanding
- Looking Ahead
- Hints at future developments in character relationships
- Themes of maturity, honesty, and acceptance emphasized
- Teaser for potential events in subsequent volumes