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THIS right here is what makes him a grapist-- their previous "interaction" had some level of consent, even if the uke didn't like it at first, he wanted to do it to further his cause nonetheless. In this recent one, both of them are out of their minds and completely spiteful of each other, the seme even did it as a power move (which is the usual motive for real life SA cases) and the uke completely and openly expressed his disdain for it too. It's a fine line but I like how the author executed the difference/shift between the two scenarios this season. I just hope that the author toned down the smut for this scene instead because it can come off as romanticization to some (which I do see).

This also amplifies my resolve to have the plot route continue where the uke kills himself to make the seme suffer instead of offing the seme himself. The fact alone that he's allowing him to be killed by the uke implies he doesn't value his life just as much anymore, killing him would really be pointless, but him having to suffer a life without the uke whom he himself declared that he would not let go-- that's sure to have a great impact on his overall stability.

for finally giving closure to this work. I really appreciate that the author allowed for it to continue even with a new artist and I honestly wouldn't have minded it if it's only the artstyle that changed (I've read works before where the artists shifted midway and it's still a-ok) however this one was just so off? Not including the art style, the pairing dynamic/chemistry is also off, the character's personality is there but it's like a lukerwarm version of the original, and even the plot pacing and tone of the dialogue/narration is so different as well, I agree with one commenter who said this is just like reading a fanfiction lol. I remember gobbling this up the first time I read it which is why I was broken hearted when I thought it will never be finished, but now that they actually did it, I lowkey wished they didn't instead. It was kinda hard to be invested into it, or maybe my preferences just changed since then, who knows?

I really tried to keep reading this coz the artstyle's so pretty but it's too bland- all the characters are bland and one-dimensional, plot is cliche which isn't necessarily bad (cliches could work if executed properly, but this one ain't it)-- sudden conflict, sudden resolution, sudden tension with the usual dash of assumptions and miscommunications. It's the usual problematic trope you'll find in the 90's-early 2000s yaois & shoujos, w/c is surprising since this was released in 2019 lol.

meh for me, uke has potential but seme is just bleak and toxic at the same time. Think gary stu but instead of having at least an ounce of likeability, the character dev went full throttle on just being despicable, possessive, and red flag, barely any development at all. Plot's also meh- the jinx basically started with some kind of blackmail from snotty brat seme when they were kids, then they grew up to hs which was when uke "liked" him back or something, uke got caught by seme's grandfather kissing seme, uke ran away, seme thought he was abandoned although their relationship wasn't actually established at that point. Years later, seme ruined a good match for uke coz he's a prick who wanted revenge, yada-yada couldn't finish it anymore, only made it past ch.40.

Apparently this one's ending was rushed because the author had health complications which I feel really sorry about, lots of creators are really into their work that their conditions do suffer for it. Though I sympathize on a personal level to the author and their struggle and I admit that I most probably won't be able to pull what they have done in this industry; as a reader, this work was not for me.

It's an awesome read and the length really hit the spot with how the author rolled out the story- the problems and resolutions weren't dragged on nor were they resolved magically, it's also great how the author handled the representation of someone who has trauma and severe mental health issue, there was a bit of angst but it was not romanticized at all and it wasn't made into the uke's entire personality either.

I also like the fact that tho they're very clingy and lovey-dovey, they actually do have other things that they're doing, normal careers that they perform outside of their significant others (I've read plenty where either the uke or seme is so reliant on the other that all they do is insist on hanging out almost exclusively. This uke literally has a codependency issue and yet he was able to maintain a functioning career, so what's their excuse? lol)

Another thing, this seme is such a green flag that I was a bit skeptical that he'd turn out to be a flat character who's just a goody two shoes or a manic pixie dream boy, but no, he actually has depth- I liked that part when he retaliated to the editor, and also the fact that he can be oblivious at times in his attempts to help the uke instead of automatically assuming everything correctly like he can absolutely read his mind all the time (which is unrealistic).

One thing that was a bit meh for me but still has some potential was those chaps about the editor and the newbie author. I really couldn't care less about that prick. If the main seme wasn't able to save the main uke on time, that editor would've committed murder, one that was painful because the victim suffered extensively for it, and worse, he doesn't even realize it, no accountability at all. That guy has some serious savior complex that needs actual therapy too. I do think the second uke likes him for real, but much like others in the comments, I'd like to see him (uke) break up with him too so he gets a taste of that codependency that he desperately tries to inflict on others.

If you can actually read this: thank you so much for picking up this work. I too, have 0 patience in reading ongoing works specially if I know there are already raws out there that I unfortunately also can't read hahah (yeah I can use translator apps but mangas with a lot of dialogues and panels can get quite frustrating to read quickly).

You did really well for a first time translator/typesetter. Thanks again for your service!

which is interesting because there's an effort for plot building here- it's a light plot and there's a bit of tension but the misunderstandings are not dragged on which is great. Maybe coz it's only the uke that's a dynamic character here, the only one who has character development. The seme is too good, so good that he ended up being a flat character throughout the story-- a gary stu + manic pixie dream boy if you will. If you're into that type of ML or maybe ur just tired of the rampant red flags in other works, you might enjoy this one.

I started reading this despite being ongoing because the characters gripped me and the plot, though not that intense is also interesting enough for me. But now, it's just like uke on his recent races-- not hitting the spot at all.

I was still on it wit both leads thinking oh the uke is just a bit dumb, he'll reflect later and realize that a huge chunk of the seme blowing up was due to his reckless behavior, or oh the seme is a sadboi who can't say shizz and then suddenly blows up but surely he'll also reflect and realize that the uke does love him too, they just have different ways of showing it. But nope, those bad traits are just taken on the side and amplified even worse with the recent developments, it's starting to feel frustrating to read.

I'm really hoping that the author gets back on track with the plot and character development and not just focus on the smut (not that I'm complaining, there's not a lot of bratty uke in BLs, I actually like their dynamic on this).

It's also borderline incestuous (uke was seme's mom's bf). Uke was never into seme til the very end, was only swayed into dating coz as the plot said, he's a big pushover who can't say no. This seme also has yandere vibes on the low, I'd like to see him with the uke from "Save me, will you?"-- it'll be chaotic.

It barely pass as BL fr. 3.5/5 for me, not frustrating to read but too fast paced. I love the pair's dynamic, banters like that usually create tension that sets the stage for doki doki fluffy moments (which it did!) but the story is quite forgettable because it's so cliche, it blends in so easily not just with other BLs but even Shoujos. I feel like the prompt for this story really started with that heat-induced scene and the author just worked around it which is why it ended up being an omegaverse BL. Also throughout this story, the uke never once had a panel where he actually kissed the seme but did it with the 2nd lead instead hahah. I'm sounding so malicious here but it feels like author just doesn't want to actually draw boys (who look like boys/masculine) kissing each other, it's gotta be het in appearance with at least one of them looking so femme; or maybe they're just not used to drawing it, or just due to creative license, who knows? yuri might also be a good venture for the author.