Encounters in the Steam

This chapter explores the evolving relationship between the narrator and an older man named Tatsuki at a gay sauna, highlighting their flirtatious exchanges and deeper discussions about life. As their bond deepens amidst the backdrop of a quiet Tokyo, themes of loneliness, identity, and the transient nature of connections emerge. The chapter ultimately prompts reflection on the impact of fleeting relationships and memory following Tatsuki's sudden passing.