Happy of the End, Vol. 2

ハッピー・オブ・ジ・エンド [Happy of the End] #2

by Tanaka Ogeretsu

After constant moving, Chihiro and Haoran may have settled down, which means a house-warming party. This sudden sense of "normalcy" is a little strange for the two of them as their lives are far from it. Whether it's the scars all over Haoran's body or the violent people in their past, finding moments of peace is their only solace in life today. -

Genres: Manga, LGBT, Boys Love, Yaoi, Romance, Queer, Comics

192 pages, Paperback

First published April 15, 2022

About the author

Tanaka Ogeretsu (おげれつたなか) is a Japanese manga artist.
She uses this name for her Boys Love manga production.
She also publishes non-BL manga under the name Marumero Tanaka (たなか マルメロ).

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Reviews

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

*Original Review 08/14/2023*
Ahhh. I have to wait for a third book?? PAIN.

I am so scared for their happiness. I'm so afraid something bad is going to happen in the next volume. They were so fucking happy in this volume and this dickhead Maya showed up and I just know he's going to do something. I can't tell if it'll be to Chihiro or Haoran, but something's going to happen. I just want to protect them. Especially Haoran. Both of them are pretty tortured, but Haoran just seems so much more fragile. Idk if he could handle something happening to Chihiro.

I loved this so fucking much and I also just want to appreciate the lack of torture porn in this. Which is so weird to say, but I feel like a lot of authors that tackle darker themes tend to show way too much. The way this is done is you see the start and the end so you get a general idea of what happened, but don't have to experience all the gory details and like that's how it should be?? We don't need to see sa or a brutal beating on the page to know that it happened. The only sexually explicit scenes we get are the loving ones between Haoran and Chihiro, which I absolutely loved. I love them and their relationship. It's just a bit toxic because of how dependent they are, but they also genuinely care about each other and they both found a reason to live when they were both at a point where they didn't think it was worth continuing on. Ugh protect them at all costs. I want them to have their happy ending PLEASE.


*Reread 02/28/2026*
They are so stupidly lovey-dovey in this volume. I think I said it all in my previous review so I now I get to go into the next one and see how this ends.

[Lexi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short summary:

After deciding to stay together, Chihiro and Keito try to build a somewhat normal life. However, both of them are still carrying the weight of their pasts, and those wounds don't disappear just because they have found someone who cares about them.

As the volume progresses, more details about their histories come to light, especially the trauma and abuse that shaped who they are. Their relationship deepens, but they also face new challenges as old memories and unresolved issues resurface. Both men struggle with feelings of guilt, fear, and the belief that they don't deserve happiness.

Despite everything, they continue choosing each other. By the end of the volume, their bond has grown stronger, but it is clear that healing will be a long and difficult process for both of them.


I loved this volume just as much as the first one.

One of my favorite things about this series is that it never takes the easy route. It would have been simple to end the story with the characters getting together and suddenly being happy, but instead it shows that trauma doesn't magically disappear. Chihiro and Keito still have to deal with everything that happened to them, and I appreciated how realistic that felt.

The emotional moments hit especially hard in this volume. The more I learned about both characters, the more attached I became to them. There were several scenes that were genuinely heartbreaking because you can see how badly their past experiences continue to affect them.

I also really love the relationship between Chihiro and Keito. What makes it work for me is that they aren't trying to save each other. They're simply two broken people who understand each other in a way nobody else can. Their relationship feels messy, imperfect, and incredibly human.

Since I watched the live-action series first, I already knew the general direction of the story. Even so, I found myself completely invested. Reading the manga has only made me appreciate the characters and their journey more.

The artwork continues to be incredible as well. Ogeretsu Tanaka does such a good job portraying emotion through expressions and small moments. Sometimes a single panel says more than a page of dialogue.

Final Thoughts:

This volume was emotional, heartbreaking, and beautifully done. The story continues to explore trauma and healing in a way that feels honest and realistic, and I only became more attached to Chihiro and Keito. Watching them slowly find comfort and understanding in each other is what makes this series so special to me.

[⭐️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Haoran’s childhood makes me want to cry every time i think about it now that i’ve finished this volume. Fuuuckk…… i hope that our MCs get the happy ending they both deserve ffs. I love them so much, ur honour !

[Silly Pick · Rating 4 out of 5]

They're toxic? Yes.
They'are adorable and they love each other? Also, yes.

[Aleja Uribe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Seguí llorando. Necesito saber cómo acaba la historia de estos dos. Que sean felices, por favor!

[Andria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Update:Reread

****

I knew he was going to try something, but dang. Poor girl didn't do anything except form a crush, bro.

[Lexyloowoo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I feel like reading this I had a longing sense of dread about one specific character. I knew they were gonna come back up and I kept waiting and waiting and waiting. This book is so good and definitely brings the unexpected. The only reason I feel slightly sick is because I know that Kuma is fantastic about, it illustrations and they’re not scared to get violent. Which is what makes me nervous. I want this series to have such a happy ending so bad and I’m looking forward to reading volume three. Sometimes I forget how heavy the writing is until I’m done but to know I completed it makes me feel very proud and excited for the next volume. I love the paper, they use the illustrations they make in the stories they tell. Even if they can be a little gruesome.

[Elo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sang tập này là giải quyết được mối tình cũ của Chihiro rồi với mẹ của Hạo Nhiên cũng ra đi nên là thắc mắc ủa rồi còn gì nữa, cái chợt nhận ra mình là độc giả nên biết quá khứ của Hạo Nhiên chớ Chihiro đã biết gì đâu. Tình yêu mà chẳng biết gì về nhau thì nhanh toang lắm và sóng thần ập đến thật nè. Chihiro tò mò sao Hạo Nhiên rành làm tình dữ mà cậu không hé răng kể về quá khứ bị đẩy vào đời bị chăn dắt sớm, chỉ biết lấp liếm bằng cách đay nghiến lại mối tình cũ của Chihiro, cả việc Chihiro ăn bám nữa. Thế nên là còn nhiều thứ cần giải quyết lắm. Nhưng Chihiro long nhong ngoài đường nướng tiền vào sòng bạc rồi mò về thấy Hạo Nhiên đứng đực ra từ lúc đó tới giờ cái là làm lành lại liền, cưng nhỉ.

[ℂ ✧ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aquest segon volum és una muntanya russa d'emocions que ha pres un camí molt diferent del que m'esperava després de llegir el primer volum. La parella es consolida i anem descobrint detalls del passat dels protagonistes que són totalment esfereïdors. Tot i que al principi em semblava una relació tòxica, ara diria que els sentiments són autèntics (amb força grau de dependència) i que la dinàmica s'entén millor perquè estan en un moment vulnerable de superació de traumes en què necessiten un punt de suport. Una narració magistral d'Ogeretsu Tanaka, que encara ens ha de sorprendre (i dedueixo que destrossar) en un tercer volum ❤️

[Ada · Rating 4 out of 5]

***woensdag 4 september 2024***
⭐️3.5 (rounded up) - like liked it
Translator: Jacqueline Fung

The translator did a good job. I mean it was very easy to read but the extra scene at the end of the volume has a joke the really worked well in English.

So now what about the story? I had actually read this before *facepalm*. I thought this was a duology. Why didn't I write a review for myself at the time? Now I cannot use it for the 30 in 30 challenge!

But the story is... the relationship between the characters is lovely in a way despite them both being broken. There is a lot of troubling stuff and a troublesome character that disturbs their peace. Cannot wait for the next volume.

[Sabina Biasuzzo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Disegni sempre di ottimo livello per Ogeretsu Tanaka. Storia intensa, amore vero tra due giovani passati per una vita infernale, ai limiti, emarginati, rifiutati dalla famiglia in quanto gay l'uno, l'altro del tutto privo di famiglia. Come nella tradizione i manga dell'autrice comprendono una buona dose di scene piccanti, ma tra due innamorati intensamente ci sta tutto. Da leggere tutto d'un fiato questa serie in tre volumi.

[Iyas Utomo · Rating 4 out of 5]

This reminds me of "Banana Fish" and "Home Far Away." They give off the same vibe and leave readers with similar trauma.

One annoying thing about this manga is that I have to brace myself in case something bad suddenly happens. It makes me anxious with every chapter, which is frustrating because I can't relax while reading.

I've read some of Ogeretsu-sensei's other works, and I think this one is my favourite.

I can't wait to read the third volume as soon as possible.

[Kit · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a little weaker than volume 1 but still really liked it! I’m SUPER stressed about Maya being back in Haoran’s business, is it bad that I hope Haoran or Chihiro kills him?? 🙈 Cause I can’t imagine another way to get him out of the way..

I’ll probably pick up the next volume later this month!

[belial beatriz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am fond of both of them and wish for a happy ending, but Maya's interference and the recent kidnapping have left me anxious about their fate. But this book, I loved it. All their scenes together are so good. Chief kiss.

[Vivian Lu · Rating 4 out of 5]

To end it with a cliffhanger like that is kind of heinous

Also, is that not just life with the whole what goes up must come down - happiness cannot last/ is fleeting.

3.75 rounded up to four for goodreads

[Selena Bambozzi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Secondo volume della serie, sembrano arrivati altri guai..

[Annie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ma cos’è questo finale illegale? Quasi quanto la bellezza dei disegni che sono emozione pura, come la storia 🥲

[Blair · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoy the 2nd book more then the first!

[Kvn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Der Mangaka ist mega gut und die Story richtig hot.
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[Al · Rating 3 out of 5]

Didn’t slap as hard as the first one, ngl

[H.K. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m really liking this series.

[Mari · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sad and sweet. I'm desperately hoping for a happy ending for these two 😭

[Kasumi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tanaka Ogeretsu doesn't do fluff stories. Prepare your heart.

[Georgia · Rating 2 out of 5]

eh

3/10

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars

[-moonprismpower- · Rating 4 out of 5]

The ending…. NO GO AWAY. LET THEM BE HAPPY!!! 😭😭😭

[Cassiereads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two broken boys slowly learning to heal together. Haoran's backstory BROKE me. I just need them to find happiness 😭 I love how this story really pushes you outside of your comfort zone.

[Bree · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just as enjoyable as volume 1.

[Cheyenne Davey · Rating 5 out of 5]

like this one a lot more.
it was slightly more wholesome, at least their love was imo.
it's still fairly heavy with some of the subjects. but really such a good story

[Vaga16 · Rating 4 out of 5]

4,5⭐️