Known as Miss Bernard, Sawako Machida is often spotted in the school library clutching a novel. Whether she actually reads it remains uncertain. She admits that reading feels like too much effort, preferring instead to convince others she devotes ample time to books. Yet the very library where she lingers is also home to students who cherish literature and are annoyed by her dismissive attitude toward their beloved titles.
While feigning interest in classic works among passionate readers, Sawako gradually absorbs knowledge and even forms new friendships along the way. Her reluctance to read sets her apart, but as she talks with classmates about novels, she sees the value of reading. The library cracks her facade, revealing curiosity that sparks conversation.
