idc what anyone else says, I'm calling this NB representation. (def not trans though IDK how anyone would interpret this as that)
my hypothesis is that if this story was written without Japanese cultural context, that would be the end result
I'm much more inclined to agree with this take. I've also heard a similar argument for cutting (which I'm strongly against but I kind of understand). Often times people who cut themselves aren't suicidal; they're just coping with stress in a way that works for them. Some people self medicare by...
when I first read this a few years back, I thought that it was good and felt realistic. Rereading it now feels more relatable than ever. Except for the good ending, because my dumb bitch ass fucked up both of their lives in the end.
they keep alluding to gotou sensei without showing.
Place your bets everyone!
what gender is gotou sensei?
what connection does he/she have with izumi?
why does izumi have his/her phone number?
Will gotou sensei be number 5?