from my perspective, takeo felt kinds "forced" to accept Ao's feelings and go along with them, cause if he didn't it would strain their friendship heavily. however, over time he clearly started to like him back and see the side of Ao he didn't notice before.
it wasn't perfect in the beginning, but it worked out we for both of them
guys I'm on chapter 166, can't wait to see what will happen in 167! wish me luck !!!!!
Oh my gosh, seki from punpun!!!
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