His undying devotion

Can you explain smth for me pls? I've checked too many sites and i couldnt find harem tag but in the wiki it says Wang Lin has 3 wives so im confused(I hate harem and im not gonna read it if there are any hints of it. Is this avatar thing another way of making harem without harem tag in it? I am curious aren't they all the same person? Like i said i dont wanna read something that includes harem in it so pls can you explain it for me?)

Confused and all over the place. Author/translator thinks this means funny.

Just couldn't continue, I remember forcing myself to read from around chapter 1500 for the sake of just completing it but after the horror this novel made me go through I couldn't take it anymore so I just left it.

lets start reading good novels again! 😍

This is totally amazing!!! I love it

It began with "What the hell is going on?!", in the middle it will make you shout "What will happen next?!", and by the end, it will have you shouting and crying "I WANT MORE!"

Note: This manga is not aimed at lolicons ^^

Kure-nai started off a bit unsteadily. Whether this was the author's intention or not is something I can't fully determine. Characters and terminologies pop up one after another without warning until you feel like saying "No more, I want to drop this." But wait a moment, because after a few chapters, a lengthy flashback will be introduced.

Kurenai Shinkurou is a dispute mediator. At the start, the series throws at you various random missions for Shinkurou that seem unrelated to the overall plot. Then a magical flashback begins, explaining what the heck has been going on. After these flashbacks, I assure you, you'll want more of what's to come.

The story isn't overly violent. Kidnappings, mass murders, suicides - they are mentioned in some small parts of the series, but it isn't as dark compared to other "secret-agent" themed series. In fact, this series is funny at times. And when the harem moments arrive, it feels like your typical rom-com-harem scenes.

Character-wise, Kure-nai introduces a lot of fascinating characters. While the main cast overshadows the minor characters significantly, the harem members of Shinkurou are lovable enough that you wouldn't mind the harem aspect. If you're not a fan of cliché harem scenarios, view this differently. It doesn't force the romance vibe down your throat. Actually, I would love to see more of these harem moments if possible.

Most of the characters are well-developed and extremely captivating. You'll become attached to them very quickly. And if you're annoyed by whiny and weak protagonists, good news for you, Shinkurou may not be the strongest guy around, but he is certainly not someone you'd want to punch due to his annoying complaints and misfortunes. And don't forget about the other characters too; not all of them are combatants, but everyone gets their chance to showcase their strengths throughout the series.

The art style is pleasing to the eyes; it won't strain you. Some manga can be cluttered, especially in this type of story, but this one breaks from the norm. It might not be worth praising, but it's definitely something you'll enjoy for a while.

The story arcs are all interesting and add value not just to Shinkurou, but also to the rest of the cast. Unlike some series where story arcs are added just to prolong the story, each arc here has its own significance and could change the entire outcome if excluded. There are also some mini filler arcs, but you wouldn't even notice them as being unimportant.

Overall, Kure-nai was an enjoyable experience. It may not be a page-turner, but it's still worth your time during your free moments.

<p>tl;dr: A manga that provides significant character arcs for many characters but falls short in developing relationships beyond their initial setups.<br /><br />This manga is an adaptation of a light novel. Although I haven't read the original, I believe the manga holds its own quite well. It's highly character-focused, yet peculiar in how nearly all major relationships are pre-established before the first chapter begins. Flashbacks offer some background, and most characters undergo arcs that further develop them and their connections. However, except for Kirihiko, who is introduced later in the plot, the state of every relationship remains unchanged from the first to the final chapter. The ending attempts a grand finale centered around these static relationships, but it lacks closure and impact, though it concludes on a pleasant, happy note. Despite this flaw, much of the manga remains intriguing. Interestingly, while relationships don't evolve, most main characters experience strong arcs. Murasaki, Shinkurou, and Kirihiko receive the most attention and show the most development. Other key characters, Ginko and Yuuka, also have arcs, albeit less pronounced, but they remain likable. There are numerous side characters and villains who receive some development, though not enough, leaving many feeling they deserved more. This is where the manga seems to omit content, with unresolved plot threads and conflicts. Nevertheless, it manages to cover a significant portion of the story and does justice to a large cast, which surprised me since the anime primarily focused on Murasaki. The art style is solid, if not exceptional. I appreciate the tone, atmosphere, and style far more than what was presented in the anime.</p>

Although I was quite hesitant to start it, I'm really glad I did because the story is pretty decent. I also enjoyed the entire Murakami arc (which is also animated in the anime). Since it's an action manga, you might find the main lead (ML) to be edgy at some point (I only noticed it once).

~Minor Spoiler Warning:
The backstory of the ML is similar to classic shounen manga, such as the trauma of losing his parents at a young age. He is supported by an outside family that adopted him and by his childhood friend (Ginko), who acts as an informer for him in various disputes he gets involved in. Other characters include Tamaki (a playful senior who often teases the MC and is ridiculously strong), Yamie (a laid-back woman who loves to rest), and Kirihiko (a blonde who belongs to an assassin family but just wants to make friends).
The manga revolves around how the MC helps these characters and grows alongside them.

Overall, I like the story, and the two OVA's are adapted with the same art style as the manga, so they're a must-watch for those who enjoyed the manga.
Recommended: 7/10