Hattori couldn't say no to dating his friend Otonashi, but how serious is their relationship? Between wondering about Otonashi's motives and the unwanted attention of his nosy classmates Hittori hasn't had a chance to examine his own feelings. Hattori and Otonashi are going out. But, it's a strange relationship. They're very open about their relationship, and it's all Otonashi's fault. Hattori's not sure of how he feels, but he's willing to give it the old all-boys school try.