I'll tread lightly...

Because last time I had some words for the ML, I got labeled as a woman defender and proof that FL's can't be criticised lol We got some overprotective readers for the ML here, so I'll tread lightly...

Someone else pointed this out but I really don't like the lack of character development for the ML in this manga. He's been written as avoidant every time the couple reaches a problem, and the weight is always on Yoi's shoulders to initiate and speak up. I really wished ML had learned from their previous conflict and stepped up in communicating rather than keeping it in and avoiding your girlfriend. I respect the decision to end the relationship, it's valid and realistic but yet again, it's very one-sided and lacks consideration of Yoi's feelings. All the way to the end, he's never once asked how she feels about all this. I know a lot of people like to use the fact that they're teenagers, so they have the immediate excuse card to be immature. But as someone who also had to move as a junior in high school (16 at the time), away from my boyfriend, I still had the consideration to communicate with my bf. In fact, I told him right away despite how hurtful the situation was...this is what being in a relationship is all about. Even teenagers can carry a sense of responsibility and consideration for others, they're all not clueless.

Another commenter said it nicely, the main plot device of this manga is ML's lack of delicacy. The author really is depicting the reality of dating an avoidant bf, and the harsh truth of the gf often having to carry the emotional/mental weight of the relationship. It's just sad to see some readers now realizing this, and making excuses for the ML. We can be empathetic towards his situation but not appreciate his actions all at the same time..