In the canon series, Shizuka is largely external to the central love triangle involving Takashi Komuro , Rei Miyamoto , and Saeko Busujima . Her "romantic" presence serves two main purposes:
: Similar to her interactions with Takashi , Shizuka has flirted with Kohta while intoxicated. Despite these moments, her role is primarily that of a maternal figure or "big sister" to the students in the group. Role in Romantic Storylines In the canon series, Shizuka is largely external
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: While there is no formal romantic relationship between them, Shizuka occasionally flirts with Takashi , particularly when she is drunk. She also frequently misinterprets situations or comments in a sexual way, leading to comedic tension. Shizuka occasionally flirts with Takashi
: Shizuka shares a very close and intimate bond with Rika, an elite sniper for the Special Assault Team.