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Yes!!! Nomoto sincerely hoping & yearning that Kasuga will return her romantic affections — & accept her as a lesbian — but also feeling self-assured enough to know that she’ll be ok regardless! She knows who she is now, & that regardless of other people’s feelings, or them potentially turning their backs on her, she’ll recover bc she’s strong!!!!

-manga is primarily wholesome & fun; but the connection is genuine, not simply lighthearted or fetishized. The creator address the obstacles queer people face, while still making a sweet, emotional romance. The two MCs feel like true adults, & aren’t infantilized or exocticised in any way.

Nomoto figuring out her sexuality as a teen & accepting her feelings for Kasuga in their adulthoods (I think they’re both in their late 20s?) is so sweet. She said that there’s nothing wrong with her feelings! & that she shouldn’t mold herself for other people’s acceptance! & I like that Kasuga cooks & helps with chores for Nomoto when she’s sick. The TW/sensitivity warning was nice too. I like that this-

Healing their inner children! :’) Kasuga grew up in a traditional, conservative, & misogynistic home. She (& her mom) were expected to eat less & defer their food to her brother & dad, bc women should be slim & weak. 🙄 At gatherings, Kasuga & the female relatives did all the cooking, cleaning, & chores while the men relaxed & did nothing. After Kasuga opening up, Nomoto shared some vulnerability in return.