Kaze to Tomoni Sarinu
風と共に去りぬ
A fickle woman rejects a man because he is too short, as she prefers taller men. Heartbroken and humiliated, the man channels his frustration into scientific research, determined to overcome this physical limitation. He dedicates himself to developing a revolutionary pill that can make people grow taller, and after years of effort, he finally succeeds. The pills are then released onto the market, quickly becoming a sensation.
As the pills spread, society begins to change in unexpected ways. Height becomes something that can be purchased, altering social hierarchies and personal relationships. The man who was once rejected now holds power over the very trait that caused his pain, but the consequences of his invention ripple far beyond his personal revenge. The story explores themes of vanity, desire, and the unforeseen impact of technology on human connections.
