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This episode felt less like a romance and more like the end of childhood.
The exams are finally over, and everyone is looking forward to spending time together. Kou 1 remains carefree as always, while Kou 2 quietly supports him behind the scenes. Their everyday interactions are simple, warm, and comforting.
Then suddenly, Kou 2 disappears.
What struck me most was not the disappearance itself, but Kou 1's reaction. He keeps looking toward the neighboring house, wondering where Kou 2 went, when he will return, and whether he will return at all.
They have only known each other for a few months, yet his absence leaves a surprisingly large hole in Kou 1's daily life.
The series continues to portray their relationship with remarkable gentleness. Kou 1 admires Kou 2's kindness and maturity, while Kou 2 seems drawn to Kou 1's freedom and sincerity. Little by little, admiration is turning into something deeper.
At the same time, this episode gave me an uneasy feeling. The title is When Oranges Fall, not When Oranges Bloom. It carries the sense that something beautiful may also be temporary.
Perhaps I'm overthinking, but for the first time I found myself wondering whether this story is heading toward a separation rather than a simple happy ending.
The atmosphere, the seaside setting, and the quiet longing between the two boys are all beautifully captured here.
Then suddenly, Kou 2 disappears.
What struck me most was not the disappearance itself, but Kou 1's reaction. He keeps looking toward the neighboring house, wondering where Kou 2 went, when he will return, and whether he will return at all.
They have only known each other for a few months, yet his absence leaves a surprisingly large hole in Kou 1's daily life.
The series continues to portray their relationship with remarkable gentleness. Kou 1 admires Kou 2's kindness and maturity, while Kou 2 seems drawn to Kou 1's freedom and sincerity. Little by little, admiration is turning into something deeper.
At the same time, this episode gave me an uneasy feeling. The title is When Oranges Fall, not When Oranges Bloom. It carries the sense that something beautiful may also be temporary.
Perhaps I'm overthinking, but for the first time I found myself wondering whether this story is heading toward a separation rather than a simple happy ending.
The atmosphere, the seaside setting, and the quiet longing between the two boys are all beautifully captured here.
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