hanasan's manga / #BL(5)

A good example of the idea that you don't need unnecessary misunderstandings to stretch for 50 chapters to have good drama in a story. The main crux of the drama in the story is mostly from Gyu-yeong, the MC, and his relationship with his parents and others. He faces a lot of relatable issues with a broken home and struggling lifestyle, which makes you really feel for him and want him to succeed. He never really wallows in sadness, despite being a crybaby, and constantly fights to make his situation better which I love about him. Meanwhile the ML, Yeonu, is admittedly kinda sus in the beginning just cause of his unknown intentions, he's actually really (spoiler) just a pretty normal, nice guy with a good face and, while snarky sometimes, has a really positive and kind attitude that I adore. He really starts to shine once the story allows for us to peek into his POV. I find his thoughts amusing, and the way he tries hard to be sweet and kind just for Gyu-yeong to praise him is cute. He's the exact kinda guy you wanna adore, and is sometimes pitiful, that makes sense for his character. Actual spoiler: I love that he never really takes any complaint or rant Gyu-yeong says as a personal attack, he really tries to empathize, and really, he finds him cute for it and yknow what? Good for you, Yeonu. What a good guy. The ensemble cast is good too, providing most of the comedy. They're all surprisingly accepting (at least, the ones who know are), which is nice too. All in all, wholesome, cute, with just a smidge of realistic and relatable drama that makes it a really good read overall. I enjoyed it.

One of my ABSOLUTE favourites. Finished the raws and will 100% say I want more of this, I really wished there were extras or I wouldn't even mind if they did an entirely new season too. I love the leads so much, they're both silly... fucked up little goofballs. I love 'em. They're both traumatized as hell, and they show that in very contrasting ways that end up making them perfect for each other. Seyeong and Heejae are the perfect example of Avoidant vs Anxious attachment styles. It definitely starts unhealthy with Heejae only pushing Seyeong to date him for revenge, but Heejae ends up falling for Seyeong for real. Seyeong takes a long time to properly fall for Heejae, mainly due to not thinking that he's even worth Heejae's time, but thankfully once they properly get together, they'll definitely be the type of couple that will never let the other leave. And I just hope they're happy.