#It's really something :D Something to study something to admire ♪

[sysig]

Why am I so both of them (Patreon)

Upon first watch, I immediately started by relating to Angel, in no small part because of their intro

Doodle on yellow sheet from 2019 came to mind, as well as bunnies being a motif, angels generally, being a fan of wearing stripes of course, hoodies - all on an ADHD enby artist whose favourite colour is bluple lol, no wonder I love them!

I also relate to Lee tho! Wait that sounds bad lol - more specifically in the dark clothes, body type, being a gifted kid, taking some things very seriously - even jokes by accident; so many of his little details, I kept being like “Oh, me” about. They’re both so well-written ♥ The realism evoked, their easy back and forths - the writing is very strong in my opinion :D

[bddypsn]

LOST BOY — Chapter 8

Jay: ––Alright. It’s about time to wrap up the Q&A session.

Let’s take one last question. Anyone?

Tour Guest B: Oh …… Then, can I ask you something, Jay?

Jay: Oh, me? Sure, ask away.

Tour Guest B: I’ve been studying because I want to become a Hero in the future, but I’ve been struggling with a certain dilemma, and it’s been bothering me for a while now.

Jay: A dilemma?

Tour Guest B: Yes. It’s what they call the Trolley Problem …… If you have to choose between saving a few people or saving many, where one side will inevitably be sacrificed, which should you save?

Since I can’t come up with a clear answer, I’ve started wondering if I’m even suited to be a Hero……

Jay: Hah, the Trolley Problem, huh? I suppose everyone thinks about it at some point.

Tour Guest B: Did you ever struggle with it too, Jay?

Jay: Oh, of course.

When rookies ask me about it, I always tell them this—there’s no absolute right answer. The purpose of the question is to make you think.

Just like you did by bringing the question to me. Listening to different perspectives, broadening your understanding, and expanding your values—those are all good things. You should keep doing that.

Tour Guest B: So the correct answer is to think it through……?

Jay: Yeah. At least, that’s the intent behind the question.

But in reality, when you’re a Hero and a situation like that unfolds right in front of you, you won’t have the luxury of just thinking about it.

If forced to choose, most would prioritize saving the larger number. Sometimes, that means sacrificing a precious life.

Tour Guest B: But what if…… that life is your own family or someone dear to you? What would you do then?

Asch: …………

Billy: H-hey, Jay…… Maybe this isn’t the best place to answer that……

Benji: …………

Jay: …… A long time ago, I imagined that scenario and ended up crying.

Billy: Huh!? You cried!?

Jay: Choosing between saving a bus full of thirty people or saving a single child who shared my blood …… I couldn’t come up with an answer, and I broke down.

I was still a teenager at the time. I didn’t have kids, or even a family of my own, but just imagining it was enough to make me cry.

Benji: …………

Jay: But now, I’m different. I was already a Hero back then, but I’ve changed since those days.

I was immature too. Just like …… that boy over there.

Benji: ……!

Jay: Back then, I might have only been able to save three out of thirty. But as a Hero, I became confident that I could save all thirty.

And now …… I believe that it’s possible to find a way where no one has to be sacrificed.

It’s incredibly difficult, of course……

But the stronger I become, the more lives I can save. That’s an undeniable truth. That’s why I’ll keep pushing forward.

Tour Guest B: Whoa ……! If it’s you, Jay, then maybe saving everyone really is an option……! I want to be able to say that with confidence one day too!

Tour Guest C: Jay, you still want to get stronger!?

Jay: Of course. There’s still infinite potential ahead of me ♪

Tour Guest D: So cool! That’s the Jay Kidman we know and admire!

Jay: Thanks, that really means a lot. Everyone’s support is truly what keeps me going. I hope you’ll keep watching over me.

Benji: Whoa ……!

Asch: Tch, damn it …… You really had me on edge.

Billy: Hehe, that’s just so Jay♪

Jet: …………

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Jet: Haaah …… Finally, the day’s over.

Wait, it’s only the first day……? Ugh, I’m exhausted……

???: Gwah!

Jet: Whoa!?

Asch: Tch, you bastard ……! What the hell do you think you’re doing, suddenly collapsing on top of me? You trying to kill me!?

Jet: I-I seriously didn’t notice……

Huh, guess that was my chance to slit your throat in your sleep.

Asch: You son of a ……

Jet: Hah? What, you want me to actually do it?

Asch: Piss off…… If you’ve got no business here, then get lost. This couch is mine.

Jet: The hell did you just say? This is my designated rest spot. Move it, you pig.

Asch: …………

Jay: Asch, the shower’s free now. Sorry for the wait.

Jet: ?

Jay: Oh, Jet, are you up next for the shower? I totally get it~. After working hard all day, a hot shower just hits differently.

Jet: …………

Asch: Tch, took you long enough. If you’d gotten out faster, I wouldn’t have let my guard down------

……!?

Jay: Whoa, he ran in at full speed. Guess he really wanted that shower, huh?

Jet: Damn right, and I’m going first. You can sit there and suck your thumb while you wait, pig.

Asch: You bastard ……! I was supposed to go first! What the hell are you doing, going in without permission? You trying to piss me off!?

Jet: Wow, you caught on quick! Watching you suffer is what makes my life worth living! Kuhahahaha!!

Asch: Tch, you piece of shit …… I’ll never forgive you ……!

Jay: Hey, Asch, knock it off! No roughhousing in the room!

Asch & Jay: !?

Chapter 7 ⬌ Chapter 9