i really liked this. it was really mature and interesting to say the least. i cant say i understand sekines perspective but it was so interesting to see his insight on life. hes so beautiful too, he reminded me of akaashi, which only hurt my feelings more. their relationship was so frustrating and even though it did work out in the end, i really wish we couldve gotten that earlier without the misunderstandings. the lack of communication hurt me deeply lol. i adore sekine though and i wanted to best for him especially after all the traumatizing things that have happened to him. i really really liked doujima and his unrequited love story too and im so upset he doesnt have his own story. i guess i shouldnt be surprised though, i mean this isnt shoujo manga. sigh, this was good but i feel so unsatisfied even though i liked the ending. i suppose im just greedy like that. my heart was so heavy seeing sekine cry and fall in love for the first time and it still feels somewhat heavy. after reading some replies i get why. he never really addresses everything he went through, properly vents to anyone and has someone listen and understand him, or face his issues head-on and achieve catharsis. we dont get to see any of that, however, i guess that's what makes it so realistic. normal people don't get to magically forget all their issues and move forward. i went into this pretty blindly but im glad i read it. overall probably an 8/10, mainly bc of the speedy conclusion.
Sekine-kun no Koi