@dube
Lol, fair point. Though that type of narrative often falls into the horror/predatory genre.
@Fenrire
Good counter argument. Indeed, Miku's actions could probably be the result of her inexperience. However, that doesn’t make her exempt from the adjectives that describe her actions towards Fuutarou because that is what Negi drew/wrote.
Just to be clear, I am critical of Miku’s characterization and I do not dislike her. Truth be told, I don’t really care who Fuutarou end’s up with as long as it makes the most out of the plot and is compelling. The past few chapters, Miku has become less and less compelling for me primarily because of how she deals with her feelings for Fuutarou. For every story, there is a message the author is trying to convey. If Miku becomes the bride by being desperate, needy, and deluded, what does that tell Negi’s readers? adapt those traits and find “the one”?
Keep in mind that I am critical of the present characterization of Miku. Only Negi can decide to which characterization he will take his characters.
@donm527
Another good counter argument. Yes, I will agree that what Miku’s doing right now might be good for her own personal growth. But what she is doing is counter intuitive if she wants Fuutarou to fall for her.
Look at Ichika as an example. She became manipulative to try to get the upper hand against her sisters and look what happens to her?
It appears that Ichika has become more mature and responsible presently, yet what did it cost her? I am not saying that she’s out of potentially being the bride in the end but it appears that she’s lost her drive to go after Fuutarou and who could blame her after learning her mistake.
@Jobslayer
Hmm, you could say that but the biggest difference between Nino and Miku is that Nino is non-ambiguous and is much more cerebral towards her advances for Fuutarou. See how she uses her opportunity to visit their manager? Fuutarou immediately agrees in her invitation, and she asks in-person in front of everyone.
The difference between Nino and Miku is that Nino wants to become a restaurant owner ever since she was a child and is naturally passionate about cooking whereas Miku spontaneously wants to become a cook because Fuutarou’s complements towards her cooking makes her happy.