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Volume 8 of the manga is probably the final official release of DitF. I thought the ending was way too rushed and underwhelming, and seeing mitsukoko standing there posed like newlyweds—-at least that’s how I see it, instead of seeing them with Ai, was frankly quite disappointing. It is understandable though as they have originally wanted to axe the manga around chp32 or something but Yabuki prevailed.

The ending concluded in a happier note for Hir02, but felt lacking in other areas. I mean, the chemistry they had in the anime was sadly absent in the manga. 02 in the manga was more subdued and didn’t have the fun personality that charmed so many in the anime.

Mitsukoko on the other hand, despite being side characters and had precious few chapters, were given a substantial ‘upgrade’ in the manga.

Kokoro’s maternal instincts weren’t downplayed but presented more broadly than just wanting a baby. Those motherly traits were showcased when she stood up for Alpha and Delta, initiating their rescue despite protocols.

Mitsuru was as aloof as ever, and he appeared colder in the manga. But instead of Hiro putting his feelings into perspective, Mitsuru realized his feelings for Kokoro on his own in the manga, and thus the hair cutting scene had more impact. Because it was an act of him opening up to her, letting her into his world.

A month after the final volume was released and I still can’t pinpoint why the final group illustration was infinitely satisfying to me. lol

Maybe because after following the story of mitsukoko for 2 years and have them see so happy in the ending with their first baby on the way is like the ultimate wish fulfillment every fan wanted to see for their favorite ship.