"I thought they were getting married for real!" "Too amazing in the best way possible" – Fans thrilled by the illustration of Rintarō Tsumugi in a tuxedo and Kaoruko Waguri in a haregi (festive kimono) from "The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity"

On Medicos Entertainment's official X account, it was announced that a "POP UP SHOP" for the popular manga series "The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity" will be held. In conjunction with this announcement, a newly drawn illustration by the original author, Saka Mikami, was revealed for the first time, generating a massive buzz among fans, particularly on social media.

The released image features the two main characters from the series, Rintarō Tsumugi (CV: Yoshinori Nakayama) and Kaoruko Waguri (CV: Honoka Inoue). Rintarō is dressed in a chic black tuxedo, holding a gorgeous bouquet of flowers. Meanwhile, Kaoruko flashes a radiant smile, wearing a beautiful haregi (festive kimono) featuring a soft purple base. The two are gently holding hands, completing a special, blissful illustration that strongly evokes the imagery of a wedding ceremony.

In response to the release of this incredibly precious illustration, fans flooded social media with emotional comments deeply moved by their outfits and the situation, saying things like, "This illustration is basically a wedding already," and "I totally thought they were getting married!" Furthermore, many passionate comments wishing for their happiness were received, such as "I want to watch these two forever," and "This illustration is way too amazing in the best way possible...", along with many reactions from fans eagerly looking forward to the event, exclaiming, "I am absolutely going!"

"The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity" is a highly popular youth romance manga series by Saka Mikami, currently serialized in Magazine Pocket. The story follows Rintarō Tsumugi, a fierce-looking but clumsy boy attending Chidori High School—a bottom-tier all-boys school—and Kaoruko Waguri, a bright and straightforward girl attending the neighboring Kikyo Academy, an elite all-girls school. It depicts how they grow closer while overcoming school barriers and surrounding prejudices. Not only their pure romance but also the heartwarming human drama with their friends is carefully portrayed, continuing to touch the hearts of many readers.

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