As always, the author excels at body language. This man is caressing her with his whole heart and those huge hands! Does Itsuomi have a distinctive personality besides a MAN STANDING ON BIDNESS? Not really. I guess he's chill and playful, but it’s still heartwarming to watch.

The lack of miscommunication and foolishness (on Yuki and Itsuomi’s end) is so refreshing for a shoujo or media in general. He communicates his feelings and has been steadfast that he wanted Yuki from the beginning. He sees her as an equal.

Yuki also has strong communication skills. When Itsuomi springs two big declarations on her, she naturally feels apprehension. But she speaks up about her realistic insecurities and acknowledges her strengths too.

Most stories have some form of conflict even if they’re very minor. I thought Itsuomi’s quick feelings would be the barrier, but the story has circled back to a dead-on-arrival love triangle.

Now, Oushi is bordering on pathetic. This man is praying for these two to break up. You had years to make a move! On a different note, he has some supportive friends. Terrible advice (just steal her, bro!) but good friends.

Onto volume 8! ( )