now…time for me to yap

While both their families were abusive, I do find it tragic that the relationship with their siblings could’ve been good if it weren’t for their parents expectations. They both had a sibling that cared about them in some capacity and the main pairing will NEVER know that since they cut ties with both their families.

Like the siblings are very harsh with their words but Ren’s brother did warn Ren about their older brother. He was rude but I think it all stemmed from him wanting Ren to be stronger. And Yuu’s sister did offer financial aid and refused to involve Yuu with such traumatic memories again. She too was rude but finally got to protect Yuu from their abusive grandmother in the end. It’s honestly all so sad and I’m sure the four of them wished for different circumstances and a better relationship, but will simply never get that. sobbing :(

Despite that though, I do love the reoccurring theme of found family. While they both lost their childhood homes, they were both blessed with an elder couple looking after them at their low moments. It’s very sweet and I love that the mangaka also let Ren be blessed with such parental love and not just Yuu.


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Oh also I’m sorry but as much as I love natsuo, I did not give a single fuck about his love story.

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