Introduced in later volumes, these friends of Kuroda add tension to the story as they begin to suspect the true nature of the duo's relationship and push the protagonist to confront his feelings. Series Availability & Adaptations

Fans of the series often praise Manno’s art style and the "slow-burn" emotional conflict. While the premise is explicit, recent chapters have shifted toward more dramatic themes, including "NTR bait" (misleading hints of infidelity) and the protagonist's need to "man up" and confess his love to Kuroda before their arrangement falls apart.

A quiet student with a massive manga library. While initially driven by his desires, he increasingly struggles with his growing attachment to Kuroda.

Due to its popularity, an adult anime (hentai OVA) adaptation was produced by Studio Seven , directed by Atsuji Tanaka.