Maria TAKAYAMA

Maria Takayama is a nun who works at the same church as the protagonist, Keisuke. She is a kind and caring person who is always willing to help others. She is also very beautiful, which often causes Keisuke to have embarrassing thoughts about her. One day, Maria is walking home from work when she is attacked by a group of thugs. Keisuke happens to be nearby and sees the attack. He rushes to Maria's aid and fights off the thugs. Maria is grateful to Keisuke for saving her, and the two of them begin to develop a close friendship. As their friendship grows, Keisuke begins to develop feelings for Maria. However, he knows that she is a nun and that he should not pursue a relationship with her. One day, Keisuke confesses his feelings to Maria, but she tells him that she cannot be with him. She explains that she has taken a vow of celibacy and that she is dedicated to her work as a nun. Keisuke is heartbroken, but he understands Maria's decision. He vows to continue to be her friend, even though he can never be with her in the way that he wants. Maria Takayama is a complex and well-developed character. She is