The one-shot, “That’s Why I Sigh”, was a really pleasant change of pace in contrast with the many other Yuri Dramas I read this week. To be fair, I have enjoyed everything I have reviewed up to this point, whether that enjoyment came from the success or failure of that manga as narrative, but what helps “That’s Why I Sigh” stand out among those entries is it’s restraint and grounded approach to conflict without glossing over it’s themes or simplifying its story. It was really refreshing to see a very believable lesbian character from an outside perspective even if the protagonist wasn’t necessarily my favorite,and the relationships both pre-existing and incidental felt very real and fleshed out in this one-shot. There are lovely and interesting parallels in this story, whether that be between different generations of LGBT+ individuals, trauma versus attraction, or the unrequited affections of a straight boy versus a lesbian. There are unfortunate implications in this story regarding what makes a healthy relationship to love and attraction, but “That’s Why I Sigh '' was told so gently and in such an interesting manner that I am more than willing to overlook that in favor of recommending this short story. Give “That’s Why I Sigh” a read, it’s a lovely and engaging story that strives for emotional honesty.