Takano, Masamune

高野政宗

Previously known as Saga Masamune, prior to his parents' divorce during high school. He serves as the editor-in-chief of the Emerald department at Marukawa and is occasionally called "the Capable." He and Ritsu shared a short-lived relationship in high school that ended due to a misunderstanding, with both believing the other was at fault. It is revealed that he subsequently suffered a breakdown caused by the breakup, family troubles, and other personal matters, which left him harboring an unrequited love for Ritsu. Upon realizing each other's identities, he promises Ritsu that he will make him fall in love with him again, a statement met with Ritsu's contempt.