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I don't normally write reviews, but this story disappointed me to the point where I needed to vent my frustrations. I finished it in hopes that it would get better, but it left me feeling mad and that I wasted my time. I don't even know what to say but that everything was severely frustrating. The characters, plots, story-line, romance, everything was just so frustrating. I wasn't ever convinced of the romance, connection, or decisions made. Steer-clear if you want something that's going to make you happy, sappy, or deeply-moved. Nobody had any real character development, their back-stories were predictable and yet unconvincing, and there was absolutelyno reason for it to be nearly 100 chapters. The only thing I can commend it on is the artwork, but even then, the thought bubbles were hard to follow along with who was saying what exactly, which only pulled me out of the story further. With such an interesting storyline, I had higher hopes it would satisfy me, but now I've got a sour taste in my mouth and I'm nervous to pick up another and suffer a similar disappointment.

*Review contains spoilers* Story 6/10 If you are able to tolerate the first 20-30 chapters, it does get better. Well, actually, its a bit weird because the manga starts off very interesting, then it just becomes stale, where things don't really progress at all. However, the story does pick up and gets more interesting. Cliché? yes. Predictable, yes? But if you are reading a Shoujo, those two are expected adjectives. I did find refreshing that majority of characters were able to go beyond the apparent cultural boundaries/shyness/politeness of Japanese people and were able to express their desires and make advances towards each other. I also think themanga is funny and shows some degree of character development. The main issues I have with this manga are: -Love triangles (at times squares in here). Yes, Aoi was very cute, good hearted and funny. A very nice person in general. However, I didn't find her that attractive to the extent that virtually every male character presented in the manga liked her at some point. And I will never understand the need to have bestfriends/family members trying to steal the partner of the other. -Character's presentation and motives: Oh boy...to me this is the manga's weakest point. Shuusei seems to definitely have the most wicked family of all times, until the very end, where author shows you the real reason people did what they did. However, to me, it was not realistic or justification for their previous behavior. For example, Soju did not have to go to the extend of kissing his brother's girlfriend (again) or make sexual advances on her to test a hypothesis. An also, I never understood why Soju kept trying to make Aoi and Shuusei break up (pushing their cousin to get between the couple), seemed to be allied with the uncle, and then all of a sudden had a change of heart. Yes, very moving speech at the airport but I still felt these things could have been better developed. On the same note, Wataru. Doesn't matter how nice of a person you are, I still don't see a situation in which you would force a person to kiss you for their benefit? how did he know Shuusei would come at the right time to see him making a move on Aoi and act on jealousy? moreover, what if Shuusei never appeared? why would someone try so hard to "help" the person they like? and by the way, a very weird way of "helping", isn't it? And I could go on and on pinpointing character's presentation and motives but then this review would never end. -Stories left hanging: Eri? It was shown how much it hurt Eri that Shuusei never mentioned her to Reon, yet Eri never sought to clarify that. Also Kaede liking Haru was never concluded or explored. I mean, Kaede was really intent on Haru expressing her feelings to Shuusei but she never intended to be honest about her own feelings? -Forced/unreal situations: 1. Why would Shuusei ever allow Reon to live with them in a cramped place, specially after finding out Reon liked Aoi? 2. Haru confessing to Shuusei in front of Aoi? 3. Shuusei allowing Soju to almost have sex with his girl? 4. Aoi thinking she did something wrong after Reon kissed her and actually apologizing to him? 5. Shuusei's middle school girlfriends passing away. Just with his family history, Shuusei already had a lot to be miserable about, no need to add a dead ex to make his past more tragic. It felt like a very forced storyline. I mean, she wasn't even his official girlfriend after all. And I am sure there is plenty more scenes like this but again, this review can't be never ending. Art 7/10 Ok, so I was going to grade this section 6 as well but then I remembered that although drawings were mostly OK, there are certain panels and drawings that are breathtakingly beautiful, specially close ups of characters. Also, I really enjoyed facial expressions and Aoi turning into a chibi whenever she got stiff. Characters 6/10 Not in love with any of them, but also don't have any characters I could say I hated. -Shuusei: I liked most of his blunt sexual advancements on Aoi (yes, a bit much when he almost raped her and then left the house, offended, because she got scared). I also think this is the character with the most character development. I did not like how "tolerating" his nature was to a point to allow people to make moves on his girl. However, this was presented as a learning curve for him, so fair enough. -Aoi: I already said good things about her, so I will focus on what I didn't like. I can't believe a person this naïve exists! In fact, sometimes her actions fall to a point of being ridiculous and plain stupid. I did like her family though, specially her father. -Reon: I found him an enjoyable and funny character in general and was happy to see he came to his senses before it was too late. Other characters I enjoyed: Shota and his brother, can't really remember his name now. The landlady and her kid. Enjoyment 6/10 I will just say I was glad not to quit, because it does get better. During the first chapters I really wondered what the author was going to do with 98 chapters, as the story didn't really seemed to follow a path, but that improved. Its not a mind-blowing manga, but if you are looking for something to pass the time, this would do.

I don’t know why the reviews for this one is this sad, but I can’t really disagree with them either, since it seems might not everyone’s cup of tea. I was expecting something bad shoujo manga too, seeing how everyone was reacting, but I was surprised that I really enjoyed it! Well, first, let’s mention the sexual harassment. I’m okay with a light-joking-kind of harassment, but if it’s getting repetitive, it can get very disturbing. Sadly, this one does. The FL got “attacked” a lot, to the point she seems stupid and weak. That’s why I understand for the reader who only read the previous dozenschapters, dropped it. I got frustrated at first too. For me, then it gets better. Although I’m expecting “more drama” before they got together (I’m a sucker for slow romance), how they got through the obstacles and how they realize to be honest with each other is lovely and not annoying at all. I love how the couple be there and changes each other. I truly enjoyed the story after they got together. I also thought things will get smutty, but surprisingly not! I feel like despite of being a bit jerk (typical), the ML is still a gentleman. My only wish is the author should’ve explored the friendship and family part more correctly, to be honest. If only it did in a correct way, it can add more warmth and help changing the manga to a more good side. All in all, I feel like I have to say despite the bad reviews & the constant stupid sexual harassment etc, for me this one is still an okay. I feel like there still much worse manga than this. I enjoyed the journey, and after all, it’s those typical shoujo, of course it’s stupid. I think this one is one of those manga that not that too memorable, but you’ll enjoy re-reading it once in a while. If you feel like reading something light, slice of life with lovey-dovey couple, this one might be for you.

I never write reviews and this is my first one ever, but I feel like there is a lot of good shoujo manga and you should not waste your time on this one. Story: 4/10 It isn't too bad but it does follow the cliche route which has been written before. There are no twists or changes in the story. Honestly I see no reason for this manga to be this long. I skipped through some dialogues because they were repetitive and did not add anything to the story. Characters: 2/10 There is zero to none character development. The male MC is rude and just unlikablein my opinion. The female MC is naive and pretty dumb... Art: 7/10 It is alright. I am not too picky about the art since I can't draw anything myself.. So do not waste your time reading this manga. There are so many good shoujo mangas out there (both ongoing and completed)!!