We Won't Call It Love
P: Touji had been enjoying a peaceful life alongside his partner, Kyoto. Unexpectedly, he crossed paths with his old high school friend, Yachiyo, during his grandmother's funeral. It had been two long years since they last saw each other, right after Yachiyo's wedding. Their friendship had become distant due to a past incident in high school. "At that moment, I failed to comprehend the significance of it all, and by the time I did, it was already too late—a haunting memory. The emotions that I believed I had let go of resurfaced, engulfing me as we crossed paths once more..." O: This is so well-paced and really drags you in... my only complaints is that the art quality feels like it decreased as the chapters progressed and the ending of volume 1 leaves a lot to be desired... why did it have to end so ambiguously man. I feel like this is missing a little bit that would make it >8.5 I'm so indecisive when it comes to who to root for
Flashlight
P: Aaron Hunter’s got it all. Looks, talent, and he just won the award for best actor. He does have one issue though: trouble sleeping. The only thing that’ll get him to fall asleep is a certain song by a certain someone. And when they finally meet, this is Aaron’s chance to get him to write a new song. But will the mysterious singer accept this deal? And will past traumas become illuminated by their newfound relationship…? O: Looks interesting... might let this marinate for a bit. f/8
Kaze no Iro made Oboeteru
P: The first year of high school: Spring Mori, who has just entered school, learns of his classmate, Michioto, who is rumored to be the "treasure of the boys' school." Mori volunteered to ask for Michioto's contact information on behalf of a friend who was too scared to talk to him. Mori headed towards Michioto without really thinking about it, but the moment Mori sees him, it's love at first sight.... O: Awww they're so sweet!! This manga has a really relaxing vibe.
A Guide Out to Succeed
P: Seon Jae-chan, the intelligence service’s ‘snake,’ a human ampler and success-oriented human specimen, was a guide known for his evil acts committed in the name of unrequited love for Esper Go Woo-jin.When faced with death, he sincerely repents the past and wishes for Woo-jin happiness. Perhaps it was because of this that Jae-chan woke up again 6 years ago…The person I wished to lean on and rely on was such a young person.Woo-jin was much younger and more beautiful than he remembered. Jae-chan made a new plan, this time to become someone who helps Woo-jin and other important people.[SUCCESS PROJECT] Jae-chan has succeeded in all projects except for his love for Woojin.Will he be able to complete this project successfully as well? O: The art is not totally to my taste - sometimes the proportions are off (especially for Woojin with his small head but big body lol), but overall it is ok. This is pretty interesting... Note this is on batoto and novel raws: https://springofromance.com/story/sog/
A Trace of the Wonder