Idol culture literally embraces para-social relationships. It deliberately sells the idea that the idols belongs to the fans. It's why dating is not OK (even if the producers pretend it's not in the rules).
It's not a "trope" it's a real representation of Japanese idol culture. Plenty of...
It's like that "villainess"-type manga where the guy grooms the smart and sweet girl to act like a ditzy and mean girl so no one will like her. And then dumps her after she has ruined her reputation.
I'm guessing the manga got axed? That ending probably coulda been two chapters at least, felt kinda packed.
But it's been a fun ride. Hope we get to see a new one from this mangaka soon. Thanks for the TL!
Oh, I finally figured it out! Sensei and differentiating kiss-demon-senpai and big-boobs were the hard parts.
Roommate - Smell
Big Boobs - Touch
Pretty Boy (but girl) - Sound
Kiss-Demon - TASTE
Sensei - SIGHT
I love the contrast with the first costume that he made. At that time, his obsession to finish it was because he didn't want to let someone down. Now, it's the artisan in him that is driving his obsession.
The best possible result, all things considered.
That last chapter threw me for a loop but I was hoping it'd be this case. The husband doesn't love her anymore as man-and-woman but loves her more like a friend and hopes she can find someone to love her.
I'm not sure she's suspicious as much as she was mad that everyone was fawning over her at the welcome party and then the healer (with powerful magic) comes in and says she isn't as good as the "trashy supporter" she replaced. Which is... tbh understandable from her perspective.
It matches more...
OH, I finally understand. From the other translations, it seemed like the new enchanter was some evil lady who had some secret plans but she's just upset that the healer girl doesn't value her over the supporter she replaced. That makes WAY more sense.
That's honestly the least realistic part so far. He's been psychologically abused and put down for the better part of his life. And with no help but his own thoughts, he somehow toughened up to the point of acknowledging that his ex was abusive. Most people at this point would be keeping their...