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In 1940's Japan during the war, long-time friends Aoi and Takahiko part ways as Takahiko is enl...
Def felt like I watched a Japanese old movie drama, the author successfully made it feel nostalgic through its art. The storyline was simple and no angst, just normal issues between lovers. I can understand why some prefer lieutenant Walter, he’s a good guy but it would've been too hard for him and Aoi if they ended up together, especially at that time, Aoi would be ostracized by his people. Takahiko might be a jerk, but his feelings are genuine, and it shows because after all those years of being separated from Aoi, he still went back. It’s a good read but the translation seems a bit off sometimes, more like there was a missing panel.