orix4's manga / #::(59)

I'm about it. Two stories of childhood friends, reuniting as adults. Both one-sided turned mutual.

former hs classmates; both think one-sided feelings, actually returned. miscommunication more for humor than drama.

actual developed story! company son Shimano falls for the typical geezer Kurokawa and they have actual flaws and strengths and navigate a relationship. solid.

::: 30, 61

two stories, both solid. one more about overcoming past traumas enough to trust people (calling out the bullshit "breaking up with you for your own good"); second more about transitioning to dating after a long-time one-sided crush (the insecure tag).

hits right. mechanic and salesman realize they like they each other and it's just... solid. likable. good humor, though not the best translation/typesetting.

:: actual backstory and motivations, well I'll be. mutual love, but mc initially rejects the straight ml not wanting to "corrupt" him. years later, finally work it out

:: virgin stymied by his playboy rep practices dating with a friend. cliche but perfectly adorable execution

: overly romantic fluff but reasonable motivations