Maho Izawa excelled as a star student in middle school, only to see her status eclipsed at Hokuei High School by Yukino Miyazawa's superior popularity and academic performance. This reversal ignited intense jealousy within Maho, mirroring Yukino's past envy of Soichiro Arima. Maho's initial admiration and even love for Yukino upon their first meeting curdled into hatred upon uncovering Yukino's meticulously crafted "perfect" persona as a facade. In retaliation, Maho orchestrated a campaign to turn their entire class against Yukino. Her plan failed disastrously, backfiring to make Maho herself the target of the class's rejection. Despite this, Yukino extended kindness, initiating reconciliation and offering friendship. This gesture became a turning point. Maho gradually integrated into Yukino's circle of friends, though she consistently retained an aloof demeanor, often standing slightly apart. Her peers typically addressed her formally as "Maho-san," unlike the first-name basis used for others, reflecting her initial distance. Over time, Maho learned to deeply value these genuine friendships. During her final middle school year, Maho met and fell in love with Takeshi, a 28-year-old dentist. Their relationship commenced while she attended high school. Maho understood Takeshi's initial reluctance and his expressed "headaches" about her advances stemmed from concern for her well-being. She persisted. When Takeshi revisited his worries, Maho reaffirmed her resolute career goal of becoming a neurosurgeon. This conviction persuaded him, leading them to officially become a couple. Takeshi occasionally teased Maho, but she recognized these acts as expressions of his love and commitment to her benefit. Their relationship endured, culminating in marriage after Maho completed her education. She achieved her professional ambition, working as a neurosurgeon at the same hospital where Yukino practiced as a plastic surgeon.