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This manga was about Iwaki and Katou, two AV (adult video) actors who are working hard to make it big in the film industry. At first, I thought it was for a typical sex-to-love story. Rather, since I first watched the OVA series prior to reading the manga, it focused on the development of Iwaki and Katous' relationships. It also addresses how tough the entertainment industry is as they help each other overcome the hurdles, portrays realistic portrayals of gay relationships and insecurities, and deals with homophobic relatives. I truly enjoyed the development of their relationship from rivals to lovers and now to marriage as the story progressed. Iwaki and Katou's character development is also excellent.

The art style is unique and mesmerizing! Kissing and cuddling, especially love making, are illustrated explicitly, yet emotion is conveyed through gestures and facial expressions. Also, one of the standouts is that there are no "roles" assigned to them. Iwaki and Katou are reversible couples. Yes, I am proud to say that both of them occasionally switch roles. This is truly worth reading.