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Shōko Hida navigates a double life as a seemingly model daughter from an affluent family, secretly socializing extensively beyond her strict home. She tells her parents she's studying while actually pursuing romantic fulfillment with boys. Her appearance features dark purple hair parted in the middle with outward-swept bangs, slightly past shoulder-length, purple eyes, and a distinctive beauty mark beneath her left eye. She typically wears her school uniform: a thigh-length purple dress with a pink necktie and sleeves varying by season.
Working part-time at the Cure a Cute café alongside Satō Matsuzaka, Shōko forges a close friendship centered on their shared quest for true love. They skip classes and party together, during which Satō confides in Shōko about living with someone she loves, though not revealing Shio's identity. This bond fractures when Shōko meets Satō's aunt; disturbed by the aunt's nymphomaniac and unstable behavior, Shōko visibly reacts, unintentionally betraying Satō's trust. Shōko deeply regrets the incident but remains genuinely concerned for Satō.
Shōko's character evolves significantly after encountering Asahi Kōbe, who collapses searching for his missing sister Shio. She regularly provides him food and necessities during nightly park meetings, listens to his family struggles, and gradually develops romantic feelings. She admires his dedication, relating it to Satō's devotion. When Asahi prepares to leave the city pursuing false leads about Shio, Shōko—recognizing his emotional distress—confesses her feelings, shares a kiss, and expresses envy toward the person he cares for so deeply.
Her suspicions about Satō intensify upon learning from Taiyō Mitsuboshi that Shio might be kidnapped. Revisiting her unease about Satō's behavior and facing criticism from Asahi for inaction, Shōko investigates. She discovers Shio living with Satō and takes photographic evidence. In a final confrontation, she attempts to appeal to Satō's humanity, urging her to abandon her destructive path and offering friendship without police involvement. However, Satō, distrustful after their previous rift, murders Shōko by stabbing her carotid artery with a kitchen knife. Shōko weakly struggles before dying in Satō's arms.
Following the murder, Satō washes Shōko's clothes, redresses her body, and positions it seated in a secluded room to stage the scene. Asahi later discovers the body, leading to profound devastation and rage. The body is subsequently caught in an apartment fire set by Satō's aunt, though authorities identify Shōko's remains and use her photo evidence to link Satō to Shio's disappearance.
Personality-wise, Shōko exhibits an easygoing, caring nature, regularly supporting others like Asahi and defending Satō against accusations. Despite her privileged background, she values genuine happiness over wealth and seeks a conventional family life. Her naivety regarding others' darker motivations leaves her unprepared for the corrupted realities she encounters. Her actions consistently stem from authentic care, whether aiding Asahi's search or attempting to redirect Satō from immorality, even at personal cost.
Working part-time at the Cure a Cute café alongside Satō Matsuzaka, Shōko forges a close friendship centered on their shared quest for true love. They skip classes and party together, during which Satō confides in Shōko about living with someone she loves, though not revealing Shio's identity. This bond fractures when Shōko meets Satō's aunt; disturbed by the aunt's nymphomaniac and unstable behavior, Shōko visibly reacts, unintentionally betraying Satō's trust. Shōko deeply regrets the incident but remains genuinely concerned for Satō.
Shōko's character evolves significantly after encountering Asahi Kōbe, who collapses searching for his missing sister Shio. She regularly provides him food and necessities during nightly park meetings, listens to his family struggles, and gradually develops romantic feelings. She admires his dedication, relating it to Satō's devotion. When Asahi prepares to leave the city pursuing false leads about Shio, Shōko—recognizing his emotional distress—confesses her feelings, shares a kiss, and expresses envy toward the person he cares for so deeply.
Her suspicions about Satō intensify upon learning from Taiyō Mitsuboshi that Shio might be kidnapped. Revisiting her unease about Satō's behavior and facing criticism from Asahi for inaction, Shōko investigates. She discovers Shio living with Satō and takes photographic evidence. In a final confrontation, she attempts to appeal to Satō's humanity, urging her to abandon her destructive path and offering friendship without police involvement. However, Satō, distrustful after their previous rift, murders Shōko by stabbing her carotid artery with a kitchen knife. Shōko weakly struggles before dying in Satō's arms.
Following the murder, Satō washes Shōko's clothes, redresses her body, and positions it seated in a secluded room to stage the scene. Asahi later discovers the body, leading to profound devastation and rage. The body is subsequently caught in an apartment fire set by Satō's aunt, though authorities identify Shōko's remains and use her photo evidence to link Satō to Shio's disappearance.
Personality-wise, Shōko exhibits an easygoing, caring nature, regularly supporting others like Asahi and defending Satō against accusations. Despite her privileged background, she values genuine happiness over wealth and seeks a conventional family life. Her naivety regarding others' darker motivations leaves her unprepared for the corrupted realities she encounters. Her actions consistently stem from authentic care, whether aiding Asahi's search or attempting to redirect Satō from immorality, even at personal cost.