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I watched this anime because of an Instagram reel that showed how sweet Itsuomi is. I loved the animation and the art style. And really just because I love tall, handsome, white-haired men. But watching this, Itsuomi felt too perfect to be true. His personality lacked the kind of depth or flaws that would make him feel truly authentic. I don’t know, this is just probably how I view the world, but it felt like he only displayed his “good” side to Yuki just to show her what she should only see. It left me wondering if we ever really saw the real Itsuomi. The ... ending is like a Wattpad story where everyone was happy, but in order for a lot of people to relate to this and kind of engrave it to their memory, I kind of wish it was as close to reality. Despite my reservations, this anime series made me want to learn sign language. :)

I don’t usually write anime reviews, but I felt like this one needed it—especially given its undeserved low rating. After watching, it quickly became one of the series that made me wish for an immediate Season 2. The story hooked me, probably because of its unique and intriguing plot.

Some viewers criticize the characters for being immature, impulsive, or childish, but let’s not forget—they’re literally high schoolers. Their behavior makes sense in context. Personally, I enjoy strong female leads who take control, and while I wasn’t a fan of the male lead’s personality, the character dynamics kept things interesting.

I’ll admit, the animation isn’t top-tier, but the ... characters—whether good or bad—felt compelling and real to me. Their flaws made them human, and that’s what I appreciated most. I’m just glad I didn’t let the low rating discourage me from watching. If you’re on the fence, give it a chance and judge for yourself.

Now, I can only hope for a well-deserved Season 2.

This rating also reflects my personal views. First of all, Judy was only 14 years old when 27-year old Jervis met her. Why was he trying to touch her hand when they went out to the cafe? Judy was sixteen when Jervis kissed her. The constant focus of the camera to Jervis' eyes screamed pedophile. Who looks at minors with that gaze? Jervis stopped Judy from going to Sallie's house and forced her to go to his farm because he knows Judy will be happy if she sees him there. Jervis is basically trapping Judy with him by saying she doesn't know how cruel the ... world is. Judy wants to be independent but he kept insisting that she must depend on him. Fast forward, Judy finally knew Jervis was his secret daddy and seems like she forgot about how manipulative the man was. Jervis groomed her by gifting expensive things so whenever she thinks she doesn't want to be with him anymore, she will be reminded of all the things he had done for her. Jervis claims if he revealed that he was John Smith earlier, then he wouldn't have fallen in love with her. But let's be honest here. There was a woman his age and rich but he still chose Judy, not because he loves her, but because he is a pedo. He doesn't want women he can't control that's why he trains them young. He said he had fallen in love with Judy because she was innocent and honest. INNOCENT... He also said that she was fun. Of course, she's a child?! Then married her when she was 21 and still in college. If this is reality, Judy will either end up being a housewife for the rest of her life or she divorces her "daddy" because she wants to be in her own for once.

I believe Jerusha in the book started as 18 y.o. so I really don't get why the anime made Judy a minor.