GraPara! - Vol. 14 Ch. 136 - Grapara!

[Jhon1617]

well, what's good for the goose is good for the gander.
FMC cheats! Me: SHE BELONGS TO THE STREETS!
FMC cheats because MC cheated! Me: YOU GO GIRL!!!! YAS QUEEN!!! SLAY!!!

Well, we only saw a panel of her back implying that she kissed the other guy, and usually authors use this for pure bait. I bet the FMC only kissed the other guy on the cheek.

 

[jonasadan]

Man, I found the Twitter of the author of hontou wa watashi and almost all the commentors are the same ones who used to comment on Airi's posts hahaha, I think they like to hurt themselves, I don't know what they expect from this type of manga.

 

[A.Tanakaaa]

The release schedule is out.

 

[Jhon1617]

The release schedule is out.

So it comes out on November 6th? I'm going to pre-order it right now!!! With such a wonderful ending to such a beautiful romantic comedy, I can't wait to have volume 14 in my hands!!! 😂😂😂 Just kidding, I didn't want it even if they gave it to me for free.

 

[hugorito420]

Man, I found the Twitter of the author of hontou wa watashi and almost all the commentors are the same ones who used to comment on Airi's posts hahaha, I think they like to hurt themselves, I don't know what they expect from this type of manga.

They are masochists.(Ueno-Kun author is really proud of that)

 

[hugorito420]

there are 2 types of works in your list: those i loved and those just added to the reading list.

Glad you enjoyed, i think i'm going to do another list like that.

 

[diphuc1]

The release schedule is out.

Oh boy, thanks for the share. At this point I'm just curious what "extra" comes with it, because volume 14 starts off "strong" (for better or worse) and then towards the end doesn't have a lot going for it, not even in the lewd dept in the last 3 chapters and then a diabolical ending sequence for many.

They are masochists.(Ueno-Kun author is really proud of that)

As Kousei from KZ might put it, "The pain makes me feel alive" or something like that....forgot exactly what he said when reflecting on why he likes seeing Iida get seggs'ed up with other men

 

[hugorito420]

Oh boy, thanks for the share. At this point I'm just curious what "extra" comes with it, because volume 14 starts off "strong" (for better or worse) and then towards the end doesn't have a lot going for it, not even in the lewd dept in the last 3 chapters and then a diabolical ending sequence for many.

Chico and Ryusei sex scene coming strong.

 

[diphuc1]

Chico and Ryusei sex scene coming strong.

This has a good chance, unless Airi really wants to annoy the rom-com group some more and make her loyal fans happy with a diabolical bonus extra. I like your idea.

Would still leave me feeling empty because no real ShiKura interaction that isn't stupid in the end...but tis what it is at that point.

 

[A.Tanakaaa]

I came across an article about Grapara. After reading it, I was really impressed, so I wanted to share it with you all to check out.The link is below.
https://note.com/preview/n64f476724d70?prev_access_key=ff8960e116794f1f90b6149527874ca4

 

[hugorito420]

This has a good chance, unless Airi really wants to annoy the rom-com group some more and make her loyal fans happy with a diabolical bonus extra. I like your idea.

Would still leave me feeling empty because no real ShiKura interaction that isn't stupid in the end...but tis what it is at that point.

I think it has a huge chance to Nishikida being responsible by the bonus chapter or won't have a bonus chapter.

Airi probably wants to move on from that disaster.

 

[SS-2010]

I came across an article about Grapara. After reading it, I was really impressed, so I wanted to share it with you all to check out.The link is below.
https://note.com/preview/n64f476724d70?prev_access_key=ff8960e116794f1f90b6149527874ca4

Thank you. It was well-written highlighting her/his dissatisfaction with the fact that Sakura didn't talk to Shinobu as much, neither before or during the breakup and nor when they reunited.

I also agree with the idea that the cucboy is not a good guy but quite a selfish villain as Japanese readers' comments pointed out that he went out to buy condoms and water with a clearly intention to definitely have sex that night regardless of whether Sakura consented.

However, the article is written based on the assumption that cucboy and Sakura are dating which contradicts what chapters 132 and 133 (link here) portrayed the one-time sex without subsequent relationship the same as what happened to Nagi and Mio. The author of this article overlooked this point and instead focused on the point that Mio starting an agency company and then complained about it. LOL

There is also a shift in address the cucboy from "Kun" to "San" in chapter 134 (link here) to show the gap of relationship that @diphuc1 observed and there are also many details that can imply they're not going out. Again, the author of this article ignored them. LOL

IMHO, chapter 132-134 are for reducing the anger toward Sakura by making readers imply that she and cucboy didn't going out and Keishi NIshikida sensei intentionally put those details in his drawings.

The author of this article thinks they're going out so s/he wants to see the Sakura and cucboy's conversation (scene) when breaking up too. LOL For me, that scene isn't necessary since they weren't actually dating. So, cucboy just faded out. No need to tell Sakura he wants to break up.

However, the author missed or forgot another CRUCIAL POINT about the "rom-com" genre because what s/he mentioned in this article is just the manga that was actually written as a romance without comedy manga!

If Grapara had simply been a pure romance instead of masquerading as a rom-com, there wouldn't have been an issue with the rom-com readers lured to read it from the start.

But because it claimed to be a rom-com manga, having the FMC get raped is completely unacceptable for rom-com readers! @Alsatia is another person who has already confirmed this concern.

In conclusion, the author of this article forgot what is the difference between "romance" and "love comedy (rom-com)" manga. So sad.

IMHO, I feel the author was talking about the other "NTR romance" manga which is not "NTR love comedy" Grapara. It is a pity that this article lost some (not all) of its credibility in my eyes though it's a good one. So sad I gave it 6/10 instead of 9/10.

Please take care,

P.S. Please always prepare for natural disaster. Please stockpile enough dry food and water to survive until help arrives.

 

[diphuc1]

I came across an article about Grapara. After reading it, I was really impressed, so I wanted to share it with you all to check out.The link is below.
https://note.com/preview/n64f476724d70?prev_access_key=ff8960e116794f1f90b6149527874ca4

Man, they put a lot of thought into this, and for the points it tackles it's pretty well written and reframes certain parts pretty well.

I think it has a huge chance to Nishikida being responsible by the bonus chapter or won't have a bonus chapter.

Airi probably wants to move on from that disaster.

You're right, also wow I haven't checked Airi's X in forever but it looks like she at some point unpinned the GraPara tweet that showed the 1st chapter where it all started, shame.

Thank you. It was well-written highlighting her/his dissatisfaction with the fact that Sakura didn't talk to Shinobu as much, neither before or during the breakup and nor when they reunited.

I also agree with the idea that the cucboy is not a good guy but quite a selfish villain as Japanese readers' comments pointed out that he went out to buy condoms and water with a clearly intention to definitely have sex that night regardless of whether Sakura consented.

However, the article is written based on the assumption that cucboy and Sakura are dating which contradicts what chapters 132 and 133 (link here) portrayed the one-time sex without subsequent relationship the same as what happened to Nagi and Mio. The author of this article overlooked this point and instead focused on the point that Mio starting an agency company and then complained about it. LOL

There is also a shift in address the cucboy from "Kun" to "San" in chapter 134 (link here) to show the gap of relationship that @diphuc1 observed and there are also many details that can imply they're not going out. Again, the author of this article ignored them. LOL

IMHO, chapter 132-134 are for reducing the anger toward Sakura by making readers imply that she and cucboy didn't going out and Keishi NIshikida sensei intentionally put those details in his drawings.

The author of this article thinks they're going out so s/he wants to see the Sakura and cucboy's conversation (scene) when breaking up too. LOL For me, that scene isn't necessary since they weren't actually dating. So, cucboy just faded out. No need to tell Sakura he wants to break up.

However, the author missed or forgot another CRUCIAL POINT about the "rom-com" genre because what s/he mentioned in this article is just the manga that was actually written as a romance without comedy manga!

If Grapara had simply been a pure romance instead of masquerading as a rom-com, there wouldn't have been an issue with the rom-com readers lured to read it from the start.

But because it claimed to be a rom-com manga, having the FMC get raped is completely unacceptable for rom-com readers! @Alsatia is another person who has already confirmed this concern.

In conclusion, the author of this article forgot what is the difference between "romance" and "love comedy (rom-com)" manga. So sad.

IMHO, I feel the author was talking about the other "NTR romance" manga which is not "NTR love comedy" Grapara. It is a pity that this article lost some (not all) of its credibility in my eyes though it's a good one. So sad I gave it 6/10 instead of 9/10.

Please take care,

P.S. Please always prepare for natural disaster. Please stockpile enough dry food and water to survive until help arrives.

Spot on, I'd say article is a 7~9/10 for me though as rather than trying to decode the rom-com aspect that disappeared it tries to focus on the underlying feelings of an NTR romance between the MCs, which might've been Airi-sensei's goal but Airi's execution ultimately made it lost for many readers in the end unless they're trying really hard to see it.

 

[Cross-21-]

Just caught up with When I Summoned A Call Girl, My Former Classmate Came. Don't know if you guys know but a TL group picked it up, they just released ch10 (11 is the latest). Only problem is they are banned here, so you have to look for it on another site.
Anyway, like @SS-2010 already wrote a couple of times, you have to read this one! It's so peak!

 

[hugorito420]

You're right, also wow I haven't checked Airi's X in forever but it looks like she at some point unpinned the GraPara tweet that showed the 1st chapter where it all started, shame.

I think she just want to move on from that work,she knows that was a big disaster that ending she made and probably she saw the hate.

Now she will probably focus on another Karami Zakari project.

 

[jonasadan]

Just caught up with When I Summoned A Call Girl, My Former Classmate Came. Don't know if you guys know but a TL group picked it up, they just released ch10 (11 is the latest). Only problem is they are banned here, so you have to look for it on another site.
Anyway, like @SS-2010 already wrote a couple of times, you have to read this one! It's so peak!

that manga is really good, I just hope they don't keep adding girls, I liked the new one more than the teacher but I hope they stick to those three, I could probably tolerate a fourth but I hope it doesn't turn into a simple harem for the mc.

 

[Cross-21-]

that manga is really good, I just hope they don't keep adding girls, I liked the new one more than the teacher but I hope they stick to those three, I could probably tolerate a fourth but I hope it doesn't turn into a simple harem for the mc.

Wouldn't be surprised if the girls are just a gag to bring MC and FMC closer. The teacher is already gone, bet the new girl will also be after she accomplishes her goal. It's pretty obvious she will use him for her "losing my virginity" stream that she mentioned

 

[jonasadan]

Wouldn't be surprised if the girls are just a gag to bring MC and FMC closer. The teacher is already gone, bet the new girl will also be after she accomplishes her goal. It's pretty obvious she will use him for her "losing my virginity" stream that she mentioned

That's what I've noticed hahahaha, the new girl does have more development with the mc than the teacher and she might be a rival for the fmc, but for now, I think they only serve to make the fmc jealous

 

[Jhon1617]

I think she just want to move on from that work,she knows that was a big disaster that ending she made and probably she saw the hate.

Now she will probably focus on another Karami Zakari project.

I'm eager to see what she does in the coming months. If she releases another doujinshi, it's confirmed that Kodansha canceled her manga and fired her, which she richly deserved.

 

[diphuc1]

I'm eager to see what she does in the coming months. If she releases another doujinshi, it's confirmed that Kodansha canceled her manga and fired her, which she richly deserved.

I don't know the actual numbers but I imagine that her self publishing might bring her a lot more money, although the fame of becoming a successful mainstream mangaka carries its own appeal... GraPara was fine until the fumble in pursuit of adding more depth to the story.....