Learning To Love You

Learning To Love You

a popular Japanese manga series, tells the story of 32-year old teacher Choi Yeo-eun who used to believe that she didn’t need sex. That is, until she experienced an intoxicating one-night stand. When she woke up hungover the next morning, she was utterly mortified as she had no idea where she was or even who she had slept with. However,Yeoeun was pleasantly surprised to find that the man in question was Doh Jeong-yeon: tall, handsome, and incredibly skilled in bed. In fact, the experience was so pleasurable that she couldn’t stop thinking about that night, no matter how hard she tried. Unfortunately, Yeo-eun soon discovered that Jeong-yeon was not only a student at her school but also her boss’s son!

As the manga progresses,Yeoeun struggles to reconcile her growing lust for Jeong-yeon with her moral duty as a teacher. She knows that any relationship would be taboo and unethical. At the same time, however, she can’t deny the magnetic attraction between them. Moreover, Jeong-yeon makes his interest in her very clear. Thus, Yeoeun finds herself caught in a dilemma between following her head or her heart.

While attempting to avoid Jeong-yeon, Yeoeun stumbles upon clues indicating that he may be in danger. Despite her better judgement, she feels compelled to warn him. This leads to another passionate encounter and realization that their connection runs deeper than just physical attraction. Yeoeun begins to accept that she is falling for Jeong-yeon.

As their forbidden relationship blossoms in secret, Yeoeun’s friend discovers the truth. Yeoeun begs her to stay silent for fear of losing her job and reputation. Her friend reluctantly agrees but warns Yeoeun that these kinds of affairs often end in heartbreak. This adds to Yeoeun’s anguish and confusion on what she should do.

With many twists and turns, Learning To Love You is a steamy but poignant manga about embracing one’s sexuality and choosing between duty and love. Though risqué, it thoughtfully explores themes of societal norms, moral dilemmas and self-discovery. Yeoeun’s journey to learn to love herself may resonate with many readers.