 After Yuki asked Hatsuharu whether he believes he is stupid, he realized the mental trap and has since loved Yuki.Hatsuharu is in love with Rin Soma and has an on-again/off-again secret relationship with her.He is protective of those he cares about, especially Rin, Yuki, Kisa and Hiro, and once confronts and almost punches Akito for confining Rin, and looked for Kisa when she ran away from home.