Shota to me is like Futa, insofar as both seem to appeal to young people & for reasons which I can't really fathom. Both have spread around the world because of miraculous technology but to me it's a miracle they caught on. There again, I'm what you yourself would colourfully describe as a "living corpse," so I don't have to find explanations. Incidentally, although old age has various disadvantages, should you reach the living corpse stage, you may find you prefer it to the alternative!
Having said that, I've several times written that I think both side job stories should disappear. They're not necessary. Unlike many of our young friends here & on Patreon, judging by the poll results, who seem to strongly identify with Dylan, I don't feel this way about either of the old men. That's because when you're old, (until or if your mind goes), you still feel about 27-30. Ask any old man. It's also a time when there are more women in the world that you find attractive, than ever before. Think about it...
As for the Myers kids being 18? I don't think so. I don't want to get into that controversy because I cheerfully chose not to play that route but if they were 18, it simply wouldn't be shota now, would it?