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Rural Respite for a Weary Heart
Forced by poor health to take a leave of absence, curmudgeonly conductor Kiri returns to his rural hometown for some much-needed rest. But on his very first night back, he comes dangerously close to freezing to death—until local grocer Osamu scoops him up out of the cold and into the warmth of his embrace. Can this younger man, a years-long fan of Kiri’s work, thaw out the ice in the maestro’s heart? Or will Kiri be doomed to a life of frigid loneliness forever?
Forced by poor health to take a leave of absence, curmudgeonly conductor Kiri returns to his rural hometown for some much-needed rest. But on his very first night back, he comes dangerously close to freezing to death—until local grocer Osamu scoops him up out of the cold and into the warmth of his embrace. Can this younger man, a years-long fan of Kiri’s work, thaw out the ice in the maestro’s heart? Or will Kiri be doomed to a life of frigid loneliness forever?
Rural Respite for a Weary Heart
Forced by poor health to take a leave of absence, curmudgeonly conductor Kiri returns to his rural hometown for some much-needed rest. But on his very first night back, he comes dangerously close to freezing to death—until local grocer Osamu scoops him up out of ...
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15 reviews
Dakalia Johnson
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October 11, 2026
Soo adorable!! It's a really cute story about how breaks can clear one mind, while finding love along the way. Osamu is really good looking and he's like a ditzy cute. Azumi is very serious but I love how Osamu, just slowly reeled him in. Good read
H D
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January 2, 2026
super cute & also a good representation of what burnout can do to someone. & how the support others provide can help.
Lisa Harris
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April 21, 2026
Absolutely one of my favorites and super adorable
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