It doesn't make any damn sense..

I beg to disagree. They've both evolved equally in my opinion. In a relationship, there is no weaker or stronger partner. In a true relationship both are each other's strengths. Both know each other's weaknesses, each others insecurities along with their good points. Both characters have often thought of the other, except in the earlier part of the relationship (some may say Maya was forceful to put it lightly). Nemu has often thought of Maya's welfare over his own doubts. He accepted Maya's friendship with Ruka, forgave Maya's abuse early in their relationship. Assured Maya that it was in the past. Maya has encouraged Nemu, and has tried to build Nemu's self confidence. This situation that was triggered by Ruka was not the first time.

This phase in their relationship will either break them, or make them stronger. Sometimes it's these frustrations and pain that bind a relationship stronger, if it can weather the test.

A great story, I should add, is when the author draws us into it. Makes us voice out our sentiments and opinions.

I totally agree with you!

Wow, u said everything!!! Totally agree

I'm sorry but I will also disagree.

The author really has made an effort to show both sides of the couple's thoughts and feelings.

While Maya has had such a big physical change, that doesn't mean that Nemu is far behind. Because what troubles Nemu is handling his emotions. Nemu was not a person who dwelled on such feelings in the beginning. He is right now in the process of discovering what makes a good relationship.. you know.. cuz Maya is his first partner.

Also, I love yous are not easy to say.. I'm speaking from personal experience. I honestly have a hard time saying it even to my family.

The value of the word does not depreciate because it is said more often, it depreciates when the feelings that are put into those set of words aren't genuine.

I like both characters. Nemu doesn’t speak out a lot about what he wants but when he did, saying he didn’t like that Ruka guy or whatever, Maya didn’t like that. I wish they’d really talk and trust each other though. Alsoooo, I actually only say “I love you” to my mom since I have intimacy issues, but I’m not in a romantic relationship so idk

Its difficult with the Ruka thing because it is effectively too late. He and Ruka aren't just friends they are coworkers. Maya can't just cut ties with Ruka right now. That's why he refused in the latest chapter and then later offered to cut ties after the project he is working on is done. It was a smart move for Ruka to connect himself to Maya through work. It was shortsighted of Nemu to let his insecurities build up like that.

I guess Maya saying I love you earlier could have eased his worries? But it's not like he doesn't say other positive things towards/about Nemu. And about the only important person in their life that doesn't know they are together are Nemu's parents. Even when Maya's dad found out Maya stood up for their relationship, and he did so in front of Nemu. I know its not the same as an I love you but you'd think it would count for something in Nemu's mind? http://www.mangago.zone/read-manga/hidoku_shinaide/tr/a8ee981e1d9d2dfeaa95276db095c758_chapter-1/pg-6/
But when you keep reading apparetnly it dosen't?

It sucks that they can't be together as much as they would like but I don't remember seeing Nemu reach out to Maya as often as Maya reached out to Nemu these past few chapters. Like Maya walking Nemu home from his job. Or Maya popping into Nemu's class. Sneaking away to a love hotel. Again, it's not an I love you but it should at least show that Maya is invested in their relationship. Maya has been doing a decent enough job at showing his interest, but he's not perfect. If he hadn't fallen asleep this current break in the relationship would have happend later anyway because any misstep would confirm Nemu's insecurities.