Dekiai Nante Mitomemasen!
Uhhh this ended so abruptly? It's what I wanted from the story (more domestic life) and even has a new side couple I'd love to read about, but it feels incomplete... There's another sequel, but it hasn't been translated yet. Hokuto's immaturity is especially cute here.
Ore no Itoshi no Neet-kun
Same setting as the X Nante ~masen stories! Chiaki ends up being coworkers with American Model John Clifford. Actually liked the second story (oneshot) better. Very cute and wholesome, wish there was more or them!
Gunjou no Subete
Ah, mutual pining. This is wonderful in that both characters are on the same page in terms of disbelief that their feelings could be mutual, and awkwardly happy when they've cleared the air. They're very well-suited as friends that fell in love.
Hotaru wa Ashita Shinu DJ - Enough
Aaaaand the spinoff! Mikami and Oono are together in this one, which is awesome. And there's a hint of drama (angst) in the brief glimpses that Asada's parents don't accept their relationship. Nimiya has tried to win them over, but they reject him (and Asada) completely. It's even mentioned that Asada lived with Nimiya's family for a while, and that probably explains why he gets along with Nimiya's mother so well. It's so incredibly grounded and realistic, including the sex (preparation and safety are very important). While the main story was just average for vibes, this oneshot is five stars easily!
Gozou Roppu no Koi
ANOTHER GEM. This is incredible. Everything I said about their other work applies here too. Strangers to friends to lovers is so good.
Drunk on Love: A Night Lusting After My Peculiar Boss
5/18/25 - commenting after ch 2 bc HOLY SHIT this is hot. Whaaaaaat I want so much more!! This manages to be GL and straight josei smut at the the same time. I love how Haruki (which sounds more boyish, upon reflection) is completely okay that she's fallen in love with "Asahi". There's no gay panic!! (Asahina also has a more feminine sound. Doesn't seem accidental ️) Also, best portrayal of first time sex. Asahina goes *slow* instead it just shoving it in because he can't wait. Incredible lol.
Dull and Sweet