Born of noble blood, with a brilliant mind and looks so stunning he could captivate anyone with a single smile—that was Johan Eldorado Pertan. It was only natural that Johan would be the valedictorian of his academy class. That is, until Ilena Evoy appeared. "Johan, be honest. You're interested in Ilena Evoy, aren't you?" "...It's just the first time I've ever lost to anyone." To be second-place was an unacceptable disruption to his perfect life, so perhaps it was only natural for him to feel unsettled. But… 'Why do I keep finding myself following her? Is it just to keep a close watch on my rival? Or if not… what else could it be?'