Solminati Academy, where young people gather, each harboring their own dreams, hopes, and ambitions.

Among them was a boy who enrolled, wishing to support his lover's dream.

However, the boy, whose only asset was his earnest desire, saw no improvement in his abilities. He became a laughingstock, lost his friends, his lover left his side, and his progress halted.

But then, he met an old woman, and that encounter gradually became the catalyst for his transformation.

This is the story of a boy whose inner journey had halted.

As this is the author's first novel, there may be some imperfections. If you find any mistakes, please feel free to point them out, even briefly.

December 28, 2019: For its book publication, the title was changed from "The 'Kokoro' in the Heart" to "Ryūsa no Ori – The 'Kokoro' in the Heart".

October 2020: A comic adaptation was announced.

October 2021: Second volume released.

Note: Most of this web version predates the decision for book publication. Please be aware that there may be various differences compared to the published book version.