this series is a very funny, comforting, and short story to indulge in. going through a bit of a slump, i feel a bit more productive reading this. i adore our protagonist nakamura and his quiet, antisocial yet caring personality. although he may exhibit some strange, questionable behavior toward his crush, he wants nothing but hirose's happiness in the end. he yearns for reciprocation, but also understands that it is highly unlikely for that to happen due to being gay (which is sadly a reality for many queer youth). he settles for being his friend, which is both wholesome yet unfortunate. i think this manga nicely portrays what it's like to be closeted and in love in high school in a comical, relatable way. however, there were some minor things that rubbed me the wrong way. for example, the ongoing relationship between hirose and their homeroom teacher was a bit questionable, as it was previously alluded that hirose may have a crush on him. although, he says he's just inspired, the constant gazes and blushing that happen are a little unnecessary in my opinion?? i would understand if it were just a sweet mentor-pupil type relationship, but there are some instances where they seem a little too close for my liking. i wouldn't have a problem with it if it weren't for the previous volume (maybe im just overthinking idk). not to mention the group of girls that call themselves 'fujoshis', which was also a bit questionable but at least it's acknowledged and poked fun at.