Pretty short, the renders are a little grainy, and there's more than a couple of writing errors. For a short story, I can forgive pretty much anything that isn't obtrusive because the story will be over long before I can really start grinding my teeth over it. If you hadn't mentioned it at the end, I would've still guessed it was your first go... but the storytelling, character personalities, and the character asset selection here is sooooo good.
I'm pretty sure I've seen Harry's facial asset in VNs before--it's a good one--but Emily's face isn't one I recognize, and I'm pretty sure I'd remember it because I
really love her face. So yeah, she doesn't give me reused/recycled vibes. That makes me genuinely happy.
Also? That red ribbon... that damned red ribbon.
Anyway, the story itself started off a little awkward
at Albert's where Emily's facial expressions were kind of challenging. However, by the time they're
trying on their second outfits at Fashion and Passion, Emily has this "come hither and have your way with me" expression that screams at me. It's a very sweet story, almost a little too saccharin, but it's a likable story. Very "
Red String", but it makes for some very excitable chemistry between these two and I'm
really enjoying that here. I kind of want more of this.
Yeah... think I want more.
Like... a sequel some years down the line. Maybe something following a daughter 20-ish years later--with occasional stops along the way for the first couple of chapters--but heavily influenced by her parents' own story (where you could fill in their times in high school, their long distance friendship while Emily was in college, and their amazing reunion). That story could lead to a daughter seeking advice from family and friends as she looks for her own true love.
Oh! I better stop writing and start rating. You'll do something with this if you're interested and not because my mind is floating off into the clouds.
5 stars, and I will be looking at your other content.