I love the way Yuki describes each person's signing. Comparing Oushi's as more tense because he was withholding his anger to prevent lashing out in front of Yuki. And Itsu's animation had calmer movements even though he is a beginner; showing how comfortable he was with her.
This series also doesn't contain much drama, which I love. There can be a healthy relationship between a male and his female friend(s) from middle/high school. And if that friend finds someone, there can be jealousy, sure. But not in the toxic way we see in other drama series. What a mature and refreshing way of keeping the romance alive and tension still present. Shin liking Emma wasn't a surprise. But I respect his patience, for sure. Everyone's reactions towards each other may blow up later due to tension. But I believe Itsu will back Yuki throughout this entire series.
Itsu is perhaps one of the least toxic characters in a shoujo anime (that I have seen so far...) His loyalty to Yuki is beautiful. The way he talks to her, respects her space, doesn't force her to do anything, and lets her decide. My hope is for another season of this. It's too good not to. The manga is on chapter 42 now. This animation is about half or a little below by episode 12.
