Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway (light novel)
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| Yaguchi looked like the MC from Redo of Healer for a second, you got me there. Asami is a one in a life time friend. Her ''speech'' was beautiful just like the damn stars. And ofcourse chadsida. Dad material! |
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| Best episode so far, this was fucked up. Yaguchi is a piece of shit, but I like how straight forward and honest he is, pretty good villain. Mod Edit: Added image tags. Only one screenshot per post please. |
anime-primeMay 31, 2021 6:21 AM
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| What a guy yoshida is coming on time to save sayu. By the way things are going there is no way he could end up woth sayu so why do ppl be hatin if they hadn't watched enough |
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penrhos said: todorooo said: I think there's some problem about this episode. I'm gonna make a list. Feel free to correct me. I'm not that kind of person that will be angry because someone corrects them; 1. First of all, How Yoshida-san knew about the creepy guy and Sayu was in the house? In this episode, it was not answered. (I really hopes in the next episodes we get the answer) 2. The way Yoshida handled the creepy guy when he caught him; I don't really think that Yoshida-san really is adult inside. If it's some adult guy found out about it, I'm pretty sure they will beaten the guy especially when he confessed that he did asked about the sex and seeing Sayu-chan not comfortable with it when he saw them. It's just so disappointing seeing Yoshida-san having a mental breakdown talking with the younger guy. 3. Why the heck Sayu-chan laughed when she talked with that creepy guy? I'm pretty sure she has a trauma about it. How can you laughed about it? Saying "You really such a weird guy" WHY!? HOW!? 1) in LN & previous ep Asami had warned Yoshida about him (in the LN she described him as a Manwhore). Sayu texted Yoshida saying the shift manager was going round (He knew it was the dodgy guy) and he didn't like the wording, he tried texting her back and got no reply so rushed out of work to see if she was OK - all this was skipped in the adaptation. 2) Yoshida crying was due to him realising how much abuse Sayu had suffered before he rescued her and that none of the other "Adults" had bothered to help her. He couldn't beat up the scumbag as that could get the police involved. 3) That scene wasn't like that in the LN - she just calls him weird and leaves the office, Yaguchi basically admits he got carried away and said he'd never rape anyone, only having consensual sex and it'd be bad for his reputation if he'd continued. They chopped out Asami getting a bike from home and Sayu sitting on the back with her arms around Asami telling he what had happened since she ran away as they cycled to the spot with the stars. Ep.6 adapted : LN Volume 2 - chapters 12 - 16 (P74 - 101) - just leaving two short epilogues uncovered. So Ep.7 starts : LN Volume 3 - at this rate they'll finish the English translated volumes by Ep.10 - I can't wait for Ao Kanda and Issa to turn up.. A lot of things could be solved if this happened. |
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| As someone who seen much darker plots like Grisaia s2 I did not find this episode that disturbing. Even the guy who wanted sex was not all that bad. He pretty much confronted the mc on what most average people would be thinking. While he is no saint, he is not a villain at all (minus the weird grape attempt from a misunderstanding he had). He just seems like a average pua. Yoshida really is a generous mc. Nice conclusion to the drama this episode. The more I watch this anime, the less I want Yoshida to end with Sayu. I know it is fiction, but Yoshida would due way better with the coworker who did not reject him (Yuzuha) than anyone else in the anime. Even the thicc coworker seems like bad news. |
rohan121May 10, 2021 11:00 AM
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| yaguchi made my blood boiling like i never knew was possible i hate this guy to my core on the other hand i absolutely love how yoshuida and amisa acted and have taken care of sayu |
Aytr0 said: We're all talking about protecting Sayu's smile (which is priceless) but man Yoshida better be protected as well. This show literally depicts how evil the world can be but you can see through the good people in the world that even though they may not be perfect (Yoshida is a Chad but he's got his... Unique side 😂) they can still be a light to others. This script is a masterpiece when you really disect it Yaguchi is the chad. Yoshida is kind of the simp nice guy harem protag. |
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| Wow, even an episode like this actually ended up to be really wholesome just like the rest. Simple feels but feels that hit nonetheless |
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KANLen09 said: I can agree that authors sometimes have pedo thoughts to pen their stories, but if you think that this is the ONLY recurring theme then I don't know what to say, a shallow mind's what you got with little understanding. Well saying this implies that it is okay to have pedo thoughts as long as you sprinkle it with drama on it, I'd choose my words differently if I didnt want to look like a pedo myself. But the author having pedo thoughts as you just said would also explain why there are that many fanservice scenes featuring Sayu's body not for the sake of the plot or showing what horrible experiences she went through, this isnt about showing whats wrong with it and simply looks like 'pleasure' to some people eyes, which is wrong. |
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Oxalyc said: KANLen09 said: I can agree that authors sometimes have pedo thoughts to pen their stories, but if you think that this is the ONLY recurring theme then I don't know what to say, a shallow mind's what you got with little understanding. Well saying this implies that it is okay to have pedo thoughts as long as you sprinkle it with drama on it, I'd choose my words differently if I didnt want to look like a pedo myself. But the author having pedo thoughts as you just said would also explain why there are that many fanservice scenes featuring Sayu's body not for the sake of the plot or showing what horrible experiences she went through, this isnt about showing whats wrong with it and simply looks like 'pleasure' to some people eyes, which is wrong. Sayu is more a case of ephebophile (like most anime characters). She does look developed. |
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| Yeah, this Yaguchi guy is truly despicable. He's not worth saying anything more than that about, and I respect that Yoshida had the restraint not to beat the crap out of him for attempting to rape Sayu. It's not too surprising that Sayu's "travels" have come back to haunt her like this, though, but her reaction to the prospect of sex now compared to then shows how much she has changed by living with Yoshida. Honestly though, couldn't Sayu or Asami report this bastard to a higher-up at the convenience store - the store manager, their line manager, whoever - and get him fired, or at the very least make sure that Yaguchi and Sayu's shifts are never aligned closely enough to risk anything like that happening again? It does feel like he gets off a little lightly, all things considered. |
| A weekly reminder that for all of Yoshida's virtues (and I love the guy, he's honorable and wholesome in a good way), he's one phone call away from ending up in front of a judge. What he's doing is illegal and I'd be very surprised if this show ended without the story addressing this issue. Yaguchi is nasty piece of work. It's a shame that Yoshida had to hold back from beating the shite out of him. |
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rohan121 said: Sayu is more a case of ephebophile (like most anime characters). She does look developed. Only people trying to justify their attraction to children would use ephebophile which is then confirmed when you use the fact that she looks mature physically to justify the sexual intercourses without regard for her mental state as a 16-17 yo |
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| As expected, Yaguchi really is a scumbag. The scene where he started to force himself on Sayu and Yoshida's apartment wasn't easy to watch, thankfully, Yoshida himself came back in time and although he did get slightly rough with Yaguchi, I do have to give him respect for holding back more, as most guys in his position would've left Yaguchi with a savage beating. Not only does Yoshida deserve praise in this episode, but the same goes to Asami as well. She also put Yaguchi in his place with a good slap and a verbal bollocking and, for now, it looks like Yaguchi knows his place and won't do anything bad again. It was also nice to see Sayu finally open up her to Asami and tell her why she ran away from home and what happened after that. In return, Asami told Sayu, while under the lovely night sky, about her own family issues, too. They haven't known each other for long, but their friendship is genuinely sweet. =) All in all, this was another good episode. |
| The later half of this episode was very nice, everyone supported her after all she has been through and that seemed to really make her happy which meant she could actually think about the future of her life for once. I really wonder what she considers planning for the future and ow long she is going to stay, all very nice. Yaguchi on the other hand was complete scum and I wish he got more punishment in the end but I guess with Sayu's situation of running away from home that would be hard. His moral compass is weird af too, I will try to rape this girl but I won't break a promise. At least he didn't but I still wish he got worse off than being thrown around a little and slapped. Overall a great sad and heartfelt episode. Also Yoshida is a badass as always. |
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| what a wholesome and beautiful episode. Asami is best girl! sayu is so lucky to have her and yoshida. |
| When I found out who that guy was, my heart broke. When he tried to force himself on her I was screaming no, no, no hoping miraculously something or someone intervenes. Then Yoshida came in the brink of time, saving the day. The Yaguchi guy can go fuck himself. Fuck, what a rollercoaster of an episode. Fuck. Sayu has such a great support group and she's looking to the future. Sayu's smile must be protected at all costs. KANLen09 said: Oxalyc said: Oh kind soul, then i ask you: between KoiKimo and this one, which one feels "disgusting" to you?Truly disgusting episode just like the rest of the anime probably why people enjoy it actually, I start to wonder how the author thought about all this, its really disturbing. KoiKimo is just unnatural and disgusting. This is different. Yoshida genuinely cares about Sayu and wants her to have a future. If the author makes you feel like that, he's probably doing a good thing. I agree Kan, this and KoiKimo can't be compared in the slightest. Oxalyc said: KANLen09 said: I can agree that authors sometimes have pedo thoughts to pen their stories, but if you think that this is the ONLY recurring theme then I don't know what to say, a shallow mind's what you got with little understanding. Well saying this implies that it is okay to have pedo thoughts as long as you sprinkle it with drama on it, I'd choose my words differently if I didnt want to look like a pedo myself. But the author having pedo thoughts as you just said would also explain why there are that many fanservice scenes featuring Sayu's body not for the sake of the plot or showing what horrible experiences she went through, this isnt about showing whats wrong with it and simply looks like 'pleasure' to some people eyes, which is wrong. I disagree. The "fanservice" unlike many other shows is not for the fans. It's to emphasize what at that point she had equated herself to. Her only worth was her body. Those "fanservice shots", in my opinion, allow the viewer to empathize with her even more as a 16 year old girl should under no circumstances be doing this. Just my 2 cents. Mod Edit: Merged duplicated posts; please use the edit button. |
anime-primeMay 31, 2021 6:22 AM
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| That Yaguchi guy did make this show a lot spicier and colorful. Yeah love it or hate it this guy makes that what Sayu did in the past has consequences. it's now up to her on how to overcome it. that's how I see it. still, the way Sayu giggles at Yaguchi's apology/joke kinda out of place. I know that in the Manga as everyone said earlier, it was not supposed to be like that. it just weird lmaoo great episode can't wait for the next one |
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| I gotta prase the guts yaguchi had when straight up admiting doing what he did with a serious face, and how he keep his promise to sayu. He might be a complete dumbass but he isn't complete evil i guess. Also, no sign of gotou or mishima in the whole episode, weird considering gotou just confessed to yoshida last episode, i hope she hasn't just been pushed aside now... |
SaintZeph said: I disagree. The "fanservice" unlike many other shows is not for the fans. It's to emphasize what at that point she had equated herself to. Her only worth was her body. Those "fanservice shots", in my opinion, allow the viewer to empathize with her even more as a 16 year old girl should under no circumstances be doing this. Just my 2 cents. So in your opinion the anime shows her sexualized so the watcher doesnt want to see her sexualized, this makes no sense showing a character in such a way is only made to trigger attraction, the scenes with ugly bastards just like in this episode are the one supposed to make the viewer empathize, the fanservice scenes are there for yet another and disgusting purpose. |
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Oxalyc said: SaintZeph said: I disagree. The "fanservice" unlike many other shows is not for the fans. It's to emphasize what at that point she had equated herself to. Her only worth was her body. Those "fanservice shots", in my opinion, allow the viewer to empathize with her even more as a 16 year old girl should under no circumstances be doing this. Just my 2 cents. So in your opinion the anime shows her sexualized so the watcher doesnt want to see her sexualized, this makes no sense showing a character in such a way is only made to trigger attraction, the scenes with ugly bastards just like in this episode are the one supposed to make the viewer empathize, the fanservice scenes are there for yet another and disgusting purpose. I get what you're saying. But, I guess different people interpret different things differently. A few people might get "attracted" to Sayu because of the fanservice or whatever but I think that's missing the point. As for your ugly bastard point, I believe why that's used is to disassociate the viewer from said bastard and supposed to make you "feel like a better person" for whatever that's worth. That's pretty messed up and why it's not common in mainstream anime. I agree with you that, in maybe 90% of cases, authors uses fanservice to garner sexual attraction. Just not in Higehiro. Again my opinion, feel free to disagree. suntarion said: Oxalyc said: Only people trying to justify their attraction to children would use ephebophile which is then confirmed when you use the fact that she looks mature physically to justify the sexual intercourses without regard for her mental state as a 16-17 yo Equating attraction to a completely physically developed woman to the sexual attraction to children is just mindblowing to me. Girls in the age range of 16-17 are most of the time visually indistinguishable from the 18-19 year olds. Especially if they're trying to look older. Still a crime and morally wrong to sleep with them if you're more than a couple years older though, obviously. Most of the "fanservice" in the show is used to make the viewer uncomfortable. If you enjoyed those scenes, that might be a problem with you, not the show... Most people aren't watching this to see Sayu lewded, quite the opposite, actually. Just saying, those who are most vocal against a certain subject (gay relationships, pedophilia etc.) are often hiding something behind their virtue signaling... Most of the "fanservice" in the show is used to make the viewer uncomfortable. This is it. The show implements it to make you feel uncomfortable, as one should. It's just wrong and the "fanservice" amplifies just how wrong it is. Mod Edit: Merged duplicated posts; please use the edit button. Mod Edit: Edited quote. |
anime-primeMay 31, 2021 6:25 AM
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| i would like for sayu to understand that what that lil mf did was attempted aape but okay. but tbh i'm really enjoying the anime so far, i really thought it was just going to be another harem or something but wow i'm actually looking forward the next week episode~ but i really hope sayu and yoshida dont end up together.. yoshida seems sure of his feelings for gotou and i hope it stays that way.. yoshida did so much for sayu nao sei seria kinda arruinar a relação deles os dois e o anime lol plus sayu merece receber o carinho sincero do yoshida sem ter nada haver com relações amorosas |
No matter who much you regret or wish, if you couldn't do something in life, you can't do it after death, either. - Hanako |
| Oh Yaguchi, you're at the bottom of all the trash tier characters. The moment he appeared in last weeks episode, I knew he was going to be trouble, but somehow I was expecting a very controversial episode.. Maybe the adaptation was a lot tamer compared to the LN. Respect for Yoshida grows with every episode, his anger really wanted to beat up Yaguchi so badly, but it was smart not to do so as it could get cops involved and that would put both him and Sayu in trouble. I think the way he handled it was proper. That guy knows no shame either... He straight out admits it to Asami, who had told him if he even thinks about touching Sayu, he would have it coming. That slap was rightfully deserved, but still think he got off easy. That moment between Asami and Sayu on that hill was just so damn wholesome. Simply beautiful and Sayu starts to realize how important Asami and Yoshida are for her. |
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| So sad, one of the best episode so far IMO |
| So this was the worst episode of the show so far. Complete bait and switch. She invites Yaguchi back and it's obvious now shit is about to go down, the lid is about to be blown. So he is stopped as he's forcing himself on her then threatens to blow the lid. Yoshida attacks with EMOTIONS. The next day Yaguchi is reformed and isn't going to blow the lid because "He promised" Really? Like I think this episode will be forgotten the rest of the series, reformed Yaguchi will appear maybe once or twice again. |
The-WombatMay 10, 2021 4:41 PM
| Absolute based Yaguchi fucking JK everyday vs soyboy Yoshida who got rejected by his big tiddy superior. Meme aside, I think the anime managed to capture the conversation between Yoshida and Yaguchi better than the manga did. The manga version felt like Yoshida got tongue tied by a rapist's logic but it felt different here cause you can feel and see his frustration on wanting to help Sayu but the limitations that he is facing because of it. I guess the next half of the series will determine whether this is a good written story or trash garbage tier where we finally get to see Sayu's reason of running away from home. But I can already feel that people are gonna get upset because more love rival gets introduced next episode lol. |
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| I need to punch something really hard right now ffs. Asami and Yoshida are such great people, Sayu got lucky finding them. |
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