“Stepbrothers bond amid secrets; holiday drama explores family, identity, and hidden truths in blended family.”
Aitsu to Ore.
あいつと俺。
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Stepbrothers bond amid secrets; holiday drama explores family, identity, and hidden truths in blended family.
Takeru's life is about to change when his mother remarries, giving him something he's always wanted - a real family and an older brother named Shin. As the newly formed family begins to adjust to their new living situation, Takeru looks forward to building a relationship with his new stepbrother. However, as the two young men start to get to know each other, Takeru begins to realize that Shin may not be quite who he appears to be. The story explores the complexities of blended families, hidden truths, and the challenges of forming new bonds when past secrets come to light. This emotional drama delves into themes of family, identity, and the masks people wear, set against the backdrop of everyday life and the holiday season. Included one-shots: Volume 1: Shounen S Volume 2: Itsuka Hana Ippai no Niwa de
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A Manga Publication
- Format 9 × 2 ch × vol
- Total read 1h 12m approx
- Published Jan 1998 – Jan 1999
- Source Manga media type
- Ref. BS-M1860 catalog