: The series challenges traditional masculinity. Characters like Hanzawa are noted for having "traditionally queer" or effeminate traits while being straight, while Sasaki—a "rebellious" type—is portrayed as soft, patient, and caring.
: Critics often highlight the "green flag" nature of the relationship. Sasaki is exceptionally patient, waiting nearly a year for Miyano to process his feelings without ever pressuring him. Series Background Sasaki to Miyano
: Unlike traditional BL that may rely on aggressive archetypes (seme/uke), Sasaki and Miyano is frequently praised for its healthy, consensual, and slow-burn development. Miyano himself is an avid BL fan who is self-aware of these tropes, which allows the story to function as a meta-commentary on the genre. : The series challenges traditional masculinity
: The narrative focuses heavily on Miyano's internal struggle with his feminine features and his journey to understand whether his feelings for Sasaki are platonic admiration or romantic love. Sasaki is exceptionally patient, waiting nearly a year
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