Nid and Nod

Inside a modest blue‑painted shop, the bell chimes as Kewpie, a stout but earnest youth, orders a towering sundae topped with cherries and a slice of pineapple. He banters with Polly, the shop’s quick‑witted girl behind the counter, about pastries, football, and the looming pressure to stay trim for the upcoming season. Their playful repartee reveals Kewpie’s uneasy balance between his love of sugary treats and the expectations of his coaches and peers.

As the conversation drifts to the legendary twins Nid and Nod—two inseparable friends whose fortunes seem to dictate the town’s rhythm—Kewpie wrestles with his own identity. He wonders whether he must follow the same path, sacrificing his cravings for the sake of a team, or carve out a different way to enjoy the summer. The opening sets the stage for a light‑hearted yet thoughtful exploration of friendship, ambition, and the small choices that shape a teenager’s world.