Aiko's manga / #Childhood Friends(26)

4.8, it wasn’t terrible by any means. I think the plot builds under the guise of consent but not actual consent because there’s substance influence involved. Then again, a lot of plots with catalysts that use the ‘one-nighter’ dynamic are common and it happens irl so I could overlook it (but it does admittedly put my off, because it pairs with the stubborn Seme who’s trying to bulldoze his way into the Ukes heart for better or worse). Getting that detail out of the way, thankfully this extremely determined Seme is thankfully a good character with green flag traits so their union isn’t one I would protest against. It’s cute that they form a relationship and develop trust over the chapters, I also appreciate that the Seme somewhat allowed the Uke to take time to develop those feelings alongside offering reassurance. I could reread again for a little change but it’s not a top fav unfortunately.

1000000+, over 120 chapters and it still leaves you wishing for more in the best possible way. In the “it’s-so-spectacular-I-never-want-it-to-end” type of way. Dare I say there’s no SA or grape despite this masterpiece having a main plot that involves a camboy being manipulated by a sketchy CEO who ends up serving time, making this already exceeding. But on top of that, there’s no toxic chosen miscommunication plot, the most that got dragged out was Beom unable to confront his feelings but even then the story sequencing did SO well in intertwining it with flashbacks that support is inability to confront his feelings because he’s never been taught how to let alone even seen anyone face their feelings head on in his life before Dowon. And although there’s so much smut, it’s all consensual and all of it is so unique. Despite so much smut, from the dialogue to each characters internal processing, the writing is unlike anything I’ve read. There’s a few spelling errors from translation to here but I can overlook the very minor few spelling errors because the writing is so on point, there’s a perfect ratio of silly comedic lines to deep existential lines that describe in an artistic way how love feels (both to love and to be loved). Plus the art? OMFG the art is superb, anatomically speaking, color speaking, expression speaking, all of it. 120+ chapters and I’d reread it again and again if I could. This is one of the few manhwa that without hesitation, once I can afford it, I will certainly support the writer, the artists, and the team as much as I financially can.

5+, this is really cute because I think it more accurately depicts how their dynamic is and prospers. A part of me would’ve loved another chapter perhaps that does a Katsuki POV where he becomes more accepting of being closer to Izuku but at the same time that’s a development that we sort of see more in canon so anyway- I’d reread this.

5.0, I think it’s cute that there was a habitual factor to their behavior and that Baku could pick up on Izus mood shift but I always wish DJs for Boku No Hero Academia could have a little depth to Bakugos deflective behavior. But also a part of me just wants a bit of angst wherein Baku tries to atone for his bullying rather than continue or pretend we’re past it. Could reread again tho, it was cute.

3.9, tsundere plots can be a bit irritating for me because although the anxiety behind confessing is very real and relatable, from experience I’ve noticed that drawing it out just causes more pain to ruminate on when it’s all said and done. Although this story, despite looking like a quick little low effort manga outwardly, actually uses the plot of having a Tsundere to flip the narrative on him. His Tsundere actions came with consequences. It’s sad but also really cool, and they’re kind of a cute couple. It’s just odd (tho very consistent with anime-like tsunderes) to be so confident with a persona of being flirtatious yet still be a tsun..? Not sure if reread again tho.

5.0, it’s nice to have a Teacher X Student plot that isn’t some corrupt adult being a predator to a minor, in fact it’s unique that the student is technically not only an adult but also the newly graduated teachers classmate. It’s quite sweet too that they have such engrossed catch up moments where they could really resume being best friends before becoming a couple but because this pair is such a green flag I really wish there were more chapters of them as couple. They only really get chapter 5/5.5 to be a true couple at least to the readers. Adorable none the less and very fine art ngl. Would reread.