A piece of animal hide made him give up becoming an immortal.
Millions had to die just for him to catch a glimpse of the Way of Heaven.
The Earth shattered just as it was formed
Immortals and demons disappeared
The age old tale of Nuwa creating mankind
Is this the revolt of his predecessors or a scheme of the Way of Heaven?
He does not cultivate for the sake of becoming an immortal or for the sake of longevity.
He only wants to know the answer to one question: What lies above the Way?



I don’t have extensive familiarity with Ryuu Yuuhi's work, and her art in this story didn’t particularly appeal to me. In their normal forms, both characters appeared somewhat mechanical, and neither of their faces conveyed much emotion or charm during intimate moments like laughter or sighs.
As for the plot, you might expect some depth to the characters when a popular prince-like figure shows interest in an unassuming girl. However, it seems his attraction to her stems solely from the convenience of the mangaka’s narrative—apparently, he’s harbored a crush on her since middle school, which has lasted for about a year now. This is "Prince" (yes, that’s literally his name!), who, at the start of high school, finds himself on the committee with Karen, who humorously refers to herself as looking like a monkey. During a walk back home, their conversation inexplicably leads to him asking her out, setting off the usual drama surrounding a less-than-stunning girl being pursued by the class heartthrob. Enter mean girls bullying her, awkward self-consciousness, and infatuation—but refreshingly, Karen isn’t a damsel in distress; she stands up for herself. Good for her!
The first kiss scene is hilariously absurd in its context, though not necessarily in its emotional impact. If you’re reading this, I’d suggest skipping straight to the end just for that moment. However, for serious shoujo enthusiasts, steer clear of this story. You’ll likely regret wasting even five minutes of your life on it.