So is "We're Not Dating, But We Did It Anyway" a non-canon sequel?

it's a sequel to the one-shot, not to the series

It seems consistent with the events of the one-shot, but the characters feel closer to the ones in the series; especially Miwa, who comes across as aloof in the original one-shot, but rather needy in the series and the hentai. So even if it's not canon, I wonder if we might see similar things happen here.

Ooh, actually chugging along. Thats good to see maybe we might even catch up. I was wondering if I was going to have to wait for the official english release whenever that might be.

Ok, i'm actually starting to think that they just don't work out with each other but the "PLEASE MA'AM! JUST A DROP OF COOCHIE" BROKE ME

I'm just getting more confused. They're hiding it from the band members, but some of them know anyway? I might need to go back and reread, I'm getting the side characters all scrambled.

Saeko....
I really want to see them end up together but like it’s so hard with the way they are. I do love how realistic it is tho

It's funny how they both sort of have the same core problem: trying to hide their insecurities and never resolve them (and I see myself in both of them, fuck). Saeko is just better at hiding them usually, even from herself. As long as they just treat each other's flaws as "cute," it won't be possible for them to make a deep, honest connection. It sorta feels like the author is deconstructing the common yuri (or really, romance manga in general) relationship dynamics of 'shy, needy bottom x bold, possessive top,' pointing out how unhealthy that can be, regardless of how nice it feels in the moment. Usshi was onto something when she guessed that people want relationships because they like to feel needed. Regardless of where the relationship ends up, I think the characters are going to grow a lot from it. Happy for Miwa taking her first steps this chapter.

And we're at over three months already. Was that mentioned before? Guess it's time to prepare for the downward spiral.

As someone married over 10 years: neither yourself nor your partner will ever be perfect. Your partner will always have faults and insecurities that are dumb, and annoying, that they should just fix/get over (and you will have the same). The key to a happy relationship is to not focus on their minor faults (now abusive behavior is different), treat those like a trick knee, something you just have to work around and you can get along fine. Obsess about how your partner always leaves a mess in the kitchen/leaves socks on the floor, and you won't have a happy relationship.

And we're at over three months already. Was that mentioned before? Guess it's time to prepare for the downward spiral.

As someone married over 10 years: neither yourself nor your partner will ever be perfect. Your partner will always have faults and insecurities that are dumb, and annoying, that they should just fix/get over (and you will have the same). The key to a happy relationship is to not focus on their minor faults (now abusive behavior is different), treat those like a trick knee, something you just have to work around and you can get along fine. Obsess about how your partner always leaves a mess in the kitchen/leaves socks on the floor, and you won't have a happy relationship.

As a devout atheist, I say, AMEN to this.

It's funny how they both sort of have the same core problem: trying to hide their insecurities and never resolve them (and I see myself in both of them, fuck). Saeko is just better at hiding them usually, even from herself. As long as they just treat each other's flaws as "cute," it won't be possible for them to make a deep, honest connection. It sorta feels like the author is deconstructing the common yuri (or really, romance manga in general) relationship dynamics of 'shy, needy bottom x bold, possessive top,' pointing out how unhealthy that can be, regardless of how nice it feels in the moment. Usshi was onto something when she guessed that people want relationships because they like to feel needed. Regardless of where the relationship ends up, I think the characters are going to grow a lot from it. Happy for Miwa taking her first steps this chapter.

And we're at over three months already. Was that mentioned before? Guess it's time to prepare for the downward spiral.

As someone married over 10 years: neither yourself nor your partner will ever be perfect. Your partner will always have faults and insecurities that are dumb, and annoying, that they should just fix/get over (and you will have the same). The key to a happy relationship is to not focus on their minor faults (now abusive behavior is different), treat those like a trick knee, something you just have to work around and you can get along fine. Obsess about how your partner always leaves a mess in the kitchen/leaves socks on the floor, and you won't have a happy relationship.

Yeah, but it takes a while (and often more than one relationship) to learn how to tell the difference between "minor faults that I can live with" and "major things that will make my life miserable forever." Not to mention the difference between, "things I can change about myself that are worth changing, both for me and my partner" and "things that are not my problem."

These are young people coming to terms with new emotions and unfamiliar situations--missteps, misunderstandings, and miscalculations come with the territory.

As someone married over 10 years: neither yourself nor your partner will ever be perfect. Your partner will always have faults and insecurities that are dumb, and annoying, that they should just fix/get over (and you will have the same). The key to a happy relationship is to not focus on their minor faults (now abusive behavior is different), treat those like a trick knee, something you just have to work around and you can get along fine. Obsess about how your partner always leaves a mess in the kitchen/leaves socks on the floor, and you won't have a happy relationship.

Oh yeah, by no means am I saying that they need to be perfect for each other. I just mean that their lack of open, honest communication makes it hard for them to connect in a meaningful way and help each other. Miwa clearly thinks she can change for the better and she wants to, but Saeko might be somewhat inhibiting her growth by being dishonest about how she feels and encouraging Miwa to remain as dependent as she has been. So if your partner (using the generic "you" here) has a flaw that's tolerable or that you even find endearing, that's fine. The problem is when that flaw is highly problematic yet you keep it to yourself all the time and pretend everything's fine, or you encourage them to stay the same when they want to improve.

"What're they doing down there ? Not even trying to hide it."

That's called being free and do whatever you want because you have the right to... Geez this one is starting to get on my nerves... there's nothing worse than someone who thinks that Lgbt people can exist as long as they don't show they exist.

If they hide, they don't publicly exist. this is both driscriminatory, reductive and selfish, you little sensitive brat.
Ghhuuu this character IS SO ANNOYING ! Worse of all, he's just so passive/agressive ! It's the worst ! At least people insulting you in the open are straight forward !

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I'm just getting more confused. They're hiding it from the band members, but some of them know anyway? I might need to go back and reread, I'm getting the side characters all scrambled.

Their actual close band members and some friends know, but this seems like a larger music clubs gathering where not everyone knows them and they don't want to be out with everyone yet.

"What're they doing down there ? Not even trying to hide it."

That's called being free and do whatever you want because you have the right to... Geez this one is starting to get on my nerves... there's nothing worse than someone who thinks that Lgbt people can exist as long as they don't show they exist.

If they hide, they don't publicly exist. this is both driscriminatory, reductive and selfish, you little sensitive brat.
Ghhuuu this character IS SO ANNOYING ! Worse of all, he's just so passive/agressive ! It's the worst ! At least people insulting you in the open are straight forward !

I mean, I don't really like this guy's attitude most of the time, but this comment of his really seems to be just him commenting on their surprising lack of awareness of their surroundings for a couple that clearly is trying to hide their relationship. I don't think he'd have any problem with this if they'd actually come out.

Yeah, I think Kan's comment is definitely more about them not being out to everyone they're with.

It's a kinda upsetting manga because there's a clear lack of communication between these two. Everything would be much easier if they were honest with each other.

And it would put on the table if some members of the group have a problem with it. And it would put a stop to the advances of the glasses guy. Once you know where everyone stands, everything becomes much simpler.

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If this was a normal romcom for ladies instead of a yuri manga, Kan would totally be Miwa's fated love interest.

Rude, annoying, judgmental, thinks he's better than you, likes scolding you, likes explaining your flaws to everyone even when nobody asked him anything... the whole Tonoike Tazune package. It's always guys like that who are supposed to be good husband material. The leading lady's job is to mellow him out with her sunny cheerfulness and bring out the hidden tender & loving side of his heart... and, in fiction, it usually works like a charm. In reality, on the other hand, it tends to work more or less like it worked for Midori.

Thanks goodness this is a yuri manga and not a shoujo/josei romcom.

If this was a normal romcom for ladies instead of a yuri manga, Kan would totally be Miwa's fated love interest.

Rude, annoying, judgmental, thinks he's better than you, likes scolding you, likes explaining your flaws to everyone even when nobody asked him anything... the whole Tonoike Tazune package. It's always guys like that who are supposed to be good husband material. The leading lady's job is to mellow him out with her sunny cheerfulness and bring out the hidden tender & loving side of his heart... and, in fiction, it usually works like a charm. In reality, on the other hand, it tends to work more or less like it worked for Midori.

Thanks goodness this is a yuri manga and not a shoujo/josei romcom.

Oh shit! You are completely right about that, he even has a troubled upbringing that's hinted at which I'm sure would explain away his assholeness
Ugh all these recent chapters make me really worried about their relationship going forwards
I hope they can overcome this rough patch. Also I know Miwa is cute and approachable and all but holy shit did she fall into a vat of pheromones or something because it seems like every single dude is hungry for her

Saeko : I'm not jealous
The others proceed to make her jealous as fuck

I lol'd at that one

Oh damn I was right, Kan is gay

Don't care about his sob story, asshole dude can gtfo.
(Spinoff with Usshi, please? She's fun.)

No, no, Saeko, I think you should ADDRESS YOUR RELATIONSHIP ISSUES FIRST

also Kan can go fucking die, I don't give a shit about his sob story

Wow, both of them are going too far trying to "fix" their weaknesses, Saeko trying to just not be jealous and Miwa trying to not rely on Saeko.

I think also being half out of the closet is not doing them any good, a lot of people know anyways. Miwa worries a lot about what other people think but being independent I think means knowing when to care and when not to. Easier said than done.

It's pretty bad that Miwa doesn't realize that Saeko is pretty hopelessly, desperately in love. Saeko's way of communicating that is physical, and Miwa is not seeing that at all.

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This manga seems to strongly insist that Miwa is much more attractive than Saeko. I must respectfully disagree.

Kan is a pretty garbage character. Any attempt to give him a sympathetic backstory fell completely flat.

Kan is an asshole. I hope saeko properly tells her pls :( communication is everything

So are they going to talk, strip, or fight? Can't wait for the next chapter to find out.