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Karasugaoka Don’t be Shy!! by Aki Yukura

Status: Complete Chapters: 12 Volumes: 2 Rating: ★★★★

Synopsis: Izuhara Sou, the leader of the crime prevention group “VOICE” that protects east Karasugaoka, realizes he’s in love with the man he keeps butting heads with and leader of the rival group “Karasukai," Shinba Tetsuji.

Tags: Manga, Yaoi, BL, Comedy, Romance, Rivals to Lovers, Crime, Fluff, Inexplicit Sexual Scene(s)

Review: This is an adorable story. The characters have actual personalities! Izuhara (MC) is a shy sweetheart and Shinba (ML) is an aloof but kind guy. Both MC and ML care about their community, and it's refreshing to see characters that actually exist and interact with their surroundings in a short manga. The pacing in this story is very good, too. And there are plenty of laugh-out-loud moments to offset the fluffy romance. Overall a quick and sweet read!

Review continues below. Trigger warnings listed directly below the cut. Contains spoilers!

Trigger Warnings: Mild criminal violence throughout. Brief threats of sexual violence in Volume 2, Chapter 6.

Izuhara's feelings for Shinba started when Shinba defended Izuhara from bullies four years before the beginning of the story. Throughout Volume 1, Izuhara really struggles with his feelings for Shinba, and is openly hostile toward him. In reality, Izuhara is a sweetie--albeit a little naive:

As their relationship progresses, there are a lot of hilarious moments that I won't spoil. When the two go on their first date, Shinba has a hard time being romantic with Izuhara because he's doesn't have experience with "good memories" from dates. He apologizes for his nerves:

Of course, no crime story would be complete without a kidnapping arc. Izuhara is kidnapped along with Shinba's little sister, Tamami, while trying to save her from some thugs. While in captivity, Izuhara agrees to perform sexual acts for the thugs so Tamami isn't forced to do so, but thankfully, Shinba shows up to save them both.

Izuhara and Shinba's relationship is endearing. They're affectionate, and Shinba is patient with Izuhara as he becomes more comfortable with physical intimacy while their relationship progresses.

A short, sweet read guaranteed to make you giggle and blush!