Mikase Hayashi's Soredemo Otōto wa Koishitagaru Manga Ends: Only Two Chapters Left
The series Soredemo Otōto wa Koishitagaru (Even So, My Little Brother Wants to Love), which has been running since 2022 by the beloved name in the shojo manga world, Mikase Hayashi, is preparing to bid farewell to its readers. According to the official announcement in the June issue of Hakusensha's LaLa magazine, there are only two chapters left until the series concludes. Barring any publishing delays, this emotional story will reach its finale with the chapters to be released in the coming months.
Starting its publication in 2022, Soredemo Otōto wa Koishitagaru focuses on the complex and sincere romance between two step-siblings, Nao and her younger brother, who are not blood-related. Combining the step-sibling trope frequently used in the shojo genre with a modern narrative that focuses on the inner worlds of the characters, the series quickly reached a wide fan base. With the 37th chapter currently published, the manga is expected to be completed in a total of 6 or 7 volumes with its final chapters.
Author Mikase Hayashi is not a stranger to manga lovers. Known especially for her 11-volume, highly successful series Uso Kano (Fake Girlfriend), the artist is recognized for her talent in creating characters with high emotional depth. Having proven herself with other works such as Marriage Purple and March on Earth, Hayashi has offered readers an immersive experience focused on character development in this series as well. On social media, fans are excitedly discussing how the relationship between Nao and her brother will conclude and what kind of finale the author has planned this time.
Although this farewell news saddens fans, the fact that the series will end at the peak of its narrative flow increases expectations for a satisfying finale. After Soredemo Otōto wa Koishitagaru concludes, it is anticipated that Mikase Hayashi will take a break or begin preparations for a new project within LaLa magazine. While the release date for the final volume of the series has not yet been finalized, it is expected to hit shelves by late 2024 or early 2025.
