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MANGA: Koboreru Ambivalence
Koboreru Ambivalence – Hakata
Wataru, a 3rd year student, has to do the cleaning at school in order to get enough credits to graduate. His partner in cleaning is Yugo, a 1st year student who tends to be absent at school. Yugo’s arrogant attitude piques Wataru’s interest since he sees in Yugo his childhood friend and, as a result, Wataru feels it’s his duty to take care of him.But Yugo hides a secret…The long-awaited spin-off of Watarun from “Sankaku Twilight” is finally here.
We knew Wataru as the childhood friend/crush of Miki from Sankaku Twilight. He didn’t endear himself for playing with Miki’s feelings.
Spilling Ambivalence is Wataru’s turn. As a senior high schooler, he was assigned as a cleaning duty partner to a freshman, Yugo. He tried to befriend the younger boy, only to be rebuffed rudely. Both annoyed and intrigued, he kept trying to find a common ground with Yugo.
One day, Yugo caught a private moment between Ikkei and Miki on camera, and afraid his friend might be blackmailed, Wataru asked him to delete it. Yugo agreed to do so if Wataru would date him.
Yugo is foul-mouth with a hot temper, but the mangaka succeeded in making him endearing by making him cute and blushy. As the story progressed, Wataru discovered Yugo’s softer side and slowly he found himself falling.
Wataru is a bit too cool for school and a known troublemaker, but he handled Yugo’s vulnerabilities and insecurities in a surprisingly mature way. And the dates he planned were fun!
Admittedly, I don’t see them as a forever couple. As kindly as he treated Yugo, Wataru gives off strong bad boy/player vibes. He’s more of a first-boyfriend kind of boy, whom Yugo can gain experience and have precious high school memories to look back on.
While I’m not a fan of Wataru, this manga is a great sequel to Sankaku Twilight, showcasing his good side. The humor and romantic development are well-executed, and there are cameos from Ikkei and Miki.
Overall, a sweet story about fake boyfriends and real feelings.
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MANGA: Sankaku Twilight
Sankaku Twilight – Hakata
Pure-hearted sentimental love depicting the complex love triangle of an emotionless handsome half-Japanese boy and a dedicated Kansai dialect-speaking delinquent high school boy. A new story is born.
Miki, a delinquent who enjoys fights and is feared by those around him, ends up becoming a library committee member with Ikkei, who is his complete opposite. While they clash due to their contrasting personalities, Ikkei learns one day that Miki has a crush on his childhood friend and senior, “Watarun”. Despite the surprise, Ikkei supports Miki without prejudice and somehow becomes cherished.
Initially, Ikkei couldn’t stand Miki, but as time goes on, he starts to find him adorable…?
Triangle Twilight is a love triangle romance and a sweet story of first loves.
High schoolers Miki and Ikkei were on library duty. Ikkei is a popular half-Japanese, and Miki is a known delinquent. They initially got off the wrong foot, but when Ikkei saw Miki’s incredibly cute expression when looking at his senpai and childhood friend Wataru, he realized Miki was in love.
The two started getting along when Miki learned that Ikkei had kept his secret and that he was willing to lend an ear to his love woes. The longer they spent together, the more Ikkei fell for his new friend. But could he compete with Miki’s beloved senpai?
Miki is a sweet, loyal soul, like an adorable puppy who follows his senpai. When he smiles, he smiles with his whole being, lighting up the room. The only thing missing are little fangs. Ikkei is thunderstruck by that smile and would have been content to be Friend #2 if not for some encouragement.
I normally steer clear of love triangles but the way the plot unfolded, how the feels developed, and how the triangle was resolved, it was heartfelt, satisfying yet painless. Ikkei and Miki were two of the most lovable characters, and I was rooting hard for them.
Wataru is an interesting character and cause of conflict. He learned some lessons at the end and I’m looking forward to his manga.
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