Compared to other manwhas that had similar plot, this one actually put depth to the characters. Euihyun is stubborn but capable and stands his ground especially if it’s for his brother. I raise my siblings so I resonated with him a lot. Taeju’s character development surprised me the most.The author actually spent time to make him acknowledge his absolute fucked up traits and the consequences of his actions. Finally doing something right for once.
They could’ve just continued writing him being a sick manipulative fuck and readers would probably still eat it up. But he’s trying to redeem himself and ACTIVELY doing so, not half-assed. And he’s got a fucking wit and personality too. It’s not your typical obsessed, cold, controlling, ‘mysterious’ gangster seme. That’s probably why I continued reading. It’s fucking funny seeing him get pummeled by Euihyun. So this is still way better than most toxic bl I’ve read
Also, I like that they added him having panic attacks when his feelings changed for Euihyun. It goes back to the very first time they met and pulled the brothers out of the water. If I remember right, he didn't really understand why he decided to save them but chapters later, it him why.
*it hit him why.
The first story resonated with me a lot as an artist and the struggle of expectations and pressure pf making something better than your last work. I love how they put focus of their hands and it’s power to move people.
Second story should’ve been in a separate manga because they’re both so good aaa. The relationship of the three goes beyond brotherhood and friendship.They’re literally soulmates. What Nobu went through was fucking tragic. Bawling my eyes as the three finally met and be together once again.
I kind of expected the ending, but not this soon. I tried reading the author’s other works when i waited for the updates and there’s a lot of bittersweet/ psychological theme in a lot of them. I’d love to see extras about the two even if it’s not canon
I thought it’d just be about horror and murder oooo zombies and all that. But I’m surprised by how well the story’s put, that it’s mainly about questioning life, morality, and what it means to be a good or bad person. I feel so bad for Mamiya and what he’d gone through. Sada is still considerate and gentle with not touching him, when he also went through shit. And I like that their relationship is developing and being more open to each other.
Now very nervous of what could happen next because it’s still horror and anything could happen. Hope they don’t get found out soon.
The plot started so silly that I couldn’t really take it seriously. But I kept reading it bc it was unironically funny. You really can’t predict what’s going to happen next because it shifts 180. New characters, different plot every time. And I don’t hate it, it’s still really fun. Keeps you curious and intrigued. But I keep seeing a pattern. A lot of angst that unnecessary drags and no one tries to communicate their needs. Mr. Shen is still stubborn and Zhen hao gets cold and doesn’t talk. I do get their struggles but it’s becoming a cycle at this point and they should really address their issues with each other.
Also I’m interested in Xiao Fu’s relationship with Fred. Hope she comes back and tells her feelings for her.
I liked how “but I’m a man!” didn’t become a main issue. Both were comfortable with what their relationship, no dragging drama. And the seme isn’t some nonchalant character that’s cold and calm. That was what surprised me most. I’ve read a lot of old bls and hated the tropes where the ml acts like they don’t care at their lover, so this was nice. Just two adults acting like one. Would’ve loved to see more tho. Since it looked like they hinted marriage and being together for years, i would have loved to see their domestic life together.
I can understand where Momo is coming from. She’s only had her brother all her life, and the mother is probably almost always absent. It’s just the two of them.
So her being overly jealous and protective of Umehiko, as immature and annoying as it seems, just makes more sense, because now her only family is being ‘taken away’ by Theo.
Hopefully Umehiko makes his boundaries clear and talk to her about it. She’s already 15, she can handle a conversation.
Also, I dropped this months ago bc of how it started, but there’s actually interesting plot going on after reading it again ironically.
I almost dropped it, but I wanted to give it a chance for some reason. I always drop titles that have rape, so me not dropping this was weird, but I'm glad its developed and Theo has really taken steps to make up for what he did.
I have no problem with age gaps. I eat that shit up. The problem comes when a guy in his mid 20’s fall in love with a 16 year old kid. That’s normalizing some ped******. Story wise is still alright tho. read this bc of the main story
Right. When he revealed he was 25 back then my jaw dropped brah i thought he was like 18 or something
Consider that he's guilty because of I will give that a pass. And the author give them much time more time to be mature, i will ignore it. I cant say that I've never have feeling for people that older than me.. and want them to pin me down but.... I think you understand me.... The story is noice. I read this every time I get bore.... So let just leave it at that.
gaslight yourself into thinking that they’re only a year apart in age and that the author totally didn’t make a guy in his 20s have sex with a minor.
I was shocked to after he said that
I did this throughout the manga ┗( T﹏T )┛I really like the story so I kept going with this mindset.
But he wasn’t though?? They definitely said in Chapter 1 that they were 15 & 18. WHICH still not great having sex with a 16 year old when you’re 19 but he wasn’t mid twenties.
Yeah, he said he was 18 LOL did the author forget later? lool
They are so fucking cute I cannot. I love the way they support each other and them being the reason why they continue what they do.Also I am loving the artstyle! The way it’s shaded is similar to older manga styles and it really gives the characters more charm
I’ve been going through an art slump/burnout for months. My commissions are delayed and my clients are still waiting. I’m also the breadwinner so I can’t afford to just stop and take a break. Seeing mc get so desperate to draw something fucking hit me like a truck. I pretty much forgotten how to enjoy drawing when I got so warped with it becoming more of a chore instead of passion. I’m so terrified that I might lose my spark and start to hate drawing.
Anyways, loved this one for sure. I only started reading this now bc i saw that it’s about single dads w kids. Didn’t know I’d be bawling my eyes out. Mc got too relatable lmao.
Loved both of the characters and how casually their relationship developed. And how much they want to support each other. I like that it didn’t take a romantic relationship to suddenly ‘cure’ the mc’s insecurities and trauma. Would love to see the story they make together.
I hope you will be at a better place in the future like akio have. I'm sure you will find the love you have for art again and have people like Kuma who appreciates your work just as much!
That means a lot man! tysm!! :’)