S.A

Sometimes, the best rivalries are born not of animosity, but of an intense, lifelong competition to be the very best. Such is the case for Hikari Hanazono and Kei Takishima, two brilliant students whose academic (and athletic) prowess has placed them at the pinnacle of their elite high school. But Kei always seems to be just one step ahead, a fact that both fuels Hikari's determination and occasionally drives her absolutely wild. Their rivalry intensifies when they're both selected for the exclusive Special A class, a privileged group of students who operate outside the usual school rules. As they navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of the S.A. class, Hikari is more determined than ever to finally beat Kei. But as their lives intertwine, both inside and outside the classroom, they might just discover that there's more to their relationship than just a desire to win.

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