Reading it late at night, I fear waking up with puffy eyes tomorrow. What I appreciate about this novel is its realistic approach; sometimes, things just unfold without a sugar-coated happy ending. This particular unrequited love story is truly exceptional - it tugs at my emotions so powerfully that it breaks my heart (ノಠ益ಠ)ノ彡┻━┻, yet I can't help but adore it. I'm definitely intrigued to explore more works by this author, whose writing style has captured my interest. It's not often that I come across an emotionally charged love story like this.
Reflecting on my own past, I can relate deeply. In high school, I had a crush on a guy for three long years. We communicated anonymously, and eventually, he found out my real identity, though we never met in person (laughs). My confession led to being labeled as 'just a friend', which hurt. So, I decided to stop contacting him, but the obsession lingered for two more years until I turned seventeen. The rejection taught me the importance of letting go, and eventually, I managed to move on after university. However, the fear of rejection left me hesitant to open up again. It's better to express your feelings rather than waste your life on unfulfilled dreams.