In today's era, people generally prefer works with explosive moments or twisted plots. When I was reading this manga, I realized that I unconsciously expected some dramatic developments, like the protagonist achieving significant accomplishments or falling in love. However, I overlooked the fact that even in ordinary life, there are many beauties hidden within. Life is never short of beauty; what's missing is only the eyes to see it and the heart to feel it.
From the ending, the author's depiction of interpersonal relationships is quite restrained, just as the characters in the manga maintain a proper distance from each other. There's a line from the protagonist's graduation speech that I think is very well said, and I'll use it to conclude: "You don't need 100 friends! If you are going to be led by the nose, it is better to have none! Please learn to cherish yourself first. Otherwise, you cannot cherish others. Being yourself means to be your own greatest ally."
