Thoughts?

I agree, while i understand morinaga's feelings, for someone who was homophobic and who has always been tsundere, its not something easy to just say (tbh, i think i also wouldnt be able to do it like senpai) so these little achievements he has little by little is just perfect for someone like him. because, even if he acts the bad guy he has always been sweet guy deep inside. So i like how author is taking her time to slowly open him up

I've never been homophobic, but I do struggle to express verbally my emotions, its much easier to do it through actions to me but I don't have an issue with touching my partner, grabbing hands, kissing, which are clear "love" signs senpai struggles with, Mori would prolly not be as anxious if senpai did this.

I do understand Moris background, why he is so anxious having a previous suicidal partner, getting kicked out of his house, having a bad relationship with his family... I don't blame him, unfortunately that's a common background in the LGBT world. I know some friends who have been kicked out, it sucks :(

I relate Moris and senpais situation to my best friend. She is hypersexual, clingy, emotional and possessive while her girlfriend is not a tsundere per se but she is almost at the other side of the sexual spectrum which has been the root of 90% of their issues as a couple. There is nothing wrong with being hypersexual or below average sexually, the problem lies with the dynamic in the relationship and wether they both are willing to give in a little... I swear this manga is JUST THEIR LIFE ngl, my friend has suffered a lot and she is definitely masochistic, just like poor Mori.

I love this series, I know Mori can be VERY PUSHY but I don't see it as wrong in this particular story. The representation of one struggling to be patient and the other to be more expressive is wonderful to me and this is why this manga is one of the best at portraying real life couple struggles.

The little sucesses give me life too (▰˘◡˘▰)

Thank you both for these comments and thoughts. I agree that I also enjoy how the author is taking her time to progress their relationship naturally for them. It's not rushed and that makes it seem real.

In regards to senpai sharing his feelings... I don't think it's necessary for him to be verbal about it, because it is now obviously showing through. However, I think to give Morinaga peace of mind, Souichi is gonna have to say it out loud eventually, at least once. I think hearing it will allow Mori to accept it as truth.

I love this manga so much! It's one of my favorites.