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Officially my longest episode ever. Now please excuse me while I collapse.

If anyone doesn't mind a song in a foreign language (Chinese), I've been listening to this on repeat: Ling (零) by Alan Kuo

Posting this on Webtoon in a bit. I'll be taking a few days break so my next update will be on Saturday Jan 16th Feb.

Enjoy!

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Nlinz

OHMYGODOHMYGODOHMYGOD

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This webtoon actually completes my life

Nlinz

Oh my god. He loves her. CLEAR THE FUCKING ROOM, HE LOVES HER AND BEAT SOMEONE’S ASS FOR THREATENING HER. He’s scared?? He’s terrified someone will hurt her and then he sees this angel with his food and suddenly everything is better. He was shaking. Oh my god. I just. I cannot. I’m in love. This raised my credit score, cured my depression, paid all of my bills. I’ve been checking Patreon obsessively and it finally paid off😭😍 You really really REALLY killed all of us. Goddamn. Bravo, BRAVO YOU FUCKIN ARTISTE. Excuse me as I read it six more times.

Star -

I love how we actually get to see this from his perspective. It enhances his personality and character so much

Alexith

Thank you for this wonderful update! ❤️

HPenvy

BRUUHHHH YAAAHHSSS! omg Tora’s love is starting to show! Btw, when I saw the update, I ran around the room with excitement. This is how much I love midnight Poppy land hahha

FiniteVisions

Oh man, Tora’s obvious sense of shame and self loathing~ no wonder he’d be drawn to an innocent girl like Poppy. Fairy lights and house plants... those aren’t something he’d see much in his world.

LP

OMGGGGG LILY!!!!! YOU ARE AMAZING. This ep is SO GOOD I’m still not over it. 💖💖💖 (Side note now all I can think is a side story of Tora just doing repairs around her apartment while simultaneously updating all her security ha)

Courtney DesForge

Omg omg omg! I've been waiting all day for my phone to tell me this was up! I'm soooooo in love with these two! I just want Tora to grab her but I know the story has to develop. You're a great writer and a great artist! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Emma Lou

Ah Lily you never cease to amaze me you are a super talented artist, I'm so in love with this comic, you deserve so much recognition and to be showered with praise consistently so you feel so uncomfortable you become a squishy ball of awkwardness. Oh and... love Poppy's face on the penultimate pannel had me in stitches 😂😂.... Like... 🙁 Wtf did you just say.

Peachymitsu

Yes! Such an amazing job as usual! But poor Poppy. Living on my own and hearing that would jump start my anxiety so quick! Tora should make it up to her and help restore some peace of mind, for both himself and her, with some one on one "self defense lessons". Or just straight up move in. Lol.

Emily Basso

OH MY GOD. So so so many feels. And that song is so perfect. I prefer music in languages I don't understand (or instrumentals) personally because it adds to the story rather than distracts me with lyrics. And that song amplified the feels by 10. This might be my favorite yet, which is kinda how I feel about each one.... but this time it definitely is! Enjoy a well deserved rest and time with the hubby.

Penstemmon

We’re going to need group therapy to get over a 2D, imaginary character when this is over. 😅

Victoria Dias

I needed a resurrection so that I can tell Lily that you’re awesome, as always. I’ve been waiting all day for this, when it got uploded, I ran to my room and locked myself in so that I could CONCENTRATE and read every tiny little letter!!! I’m so happy and thankful! Have a great break, relax, have some fun and family time, you made a wonderful job here <3 worth every penny! xoxo from Brazil ~

Stephanie L Hawk

OHEMGEE!!!!! This is awesome! Tora has it sooooo bad for her.

Annie

Thanks for the update and the song recommendation!

Alison

Omg. In love with this! You're so amazing!

Emma Lou

Also, I feel sad for Tora. He obviously has a sense of shame and his inner monologue about fucking out her life hit me right in the feels. Me thinks Poppy needs to give him another hug.

Princess Nini

He’s falling for her ! HARD. Tora is trying so hard to protect her and it’s fucking beautiful. I applauded when he beat the other dude up ! PROTECT YO GIRL . Although I was really sad at how he views himself ... he needs a poppy in his life ! She makes him happy!!! He deserves it. This has got to be one of my most favorite chapters !! It makes me love Tora more and understand his affection for Poppy and why he is attracted to her !

Angel Johnson

"Why be moody when you ca shake yo booty" -mood 2k19. But onto another note, we all know Tora is a cinnamon roll when it comes to poppy the outside is a little toasted for that rough exterior and then we start peepling those layers and BAAM! In the middle lies his soft ooey gooey interior. I never knew i needed to see him that bothered but i welcomed it with open arms. Just like poppy did and should continue to do.

Rachel Akau

Amazing!!!! Thank you lily!!!

Star Noble

There are so many comments on Webtoons comparing Poppy’s face to the surprised pikachu meme 😮 and now I can’t unsee it 😆 can’t wait for what happens next 😍

C Cruz

Awesome episode!!! Love how he defended her <3

SOPHIA A

Poor Tora. He's really worried about Poppy getting hurt because of his actions. The only solution is to just stay at her play or you know find a way to better secure her current apartment. But I'd prefer him sleeping over. 😘 BTW loved this episode. I really like the dark parts; they are real and have depth. You are an amazing story teller!

Maria Sofia

Im back!!!!! This one is not as long but neverthelesss can yall hear that? What is that?? Omg is that?? FEAR ??? he started to get scared. He does not want to get her involved , and he fears the even the slightest thought of anything bad happening to her. Best believe his hypervigilance is gonna be at its MAX now that he has had these intrusive thoughts of her getting badly hurt . Hes gonna constantly be nit picking at thing that she does like he did at the end and hes gonna get flustered with her AND with himself bc he aint know wtf is going on with him. Pops in turn is gonna be like yo why are u bullying me so damn much is u good??? And he just wanna scream get out ! Be safe don’t u care? Because I do! I do more than i should have and I dont know why! Funny side note imagine him installing new security systems “So yeah now you have electric sliding doors so if anyone after 12 AM trynna get in they will become instant bbq” “Dont u think this is a little much...when i said I would let u fix my door i meany like get new locks” “Well u didnt fucking say that” WOOPS I GUESS IT WAS LONG YIKES MY BAD I LOVE YALL❤️❤️❤️

Kathy Thach

My lily 😍😍 yay new episode on my birthday 🥰🥰 thank you so much for this amazing gift I love you ❣️😘 and I love where the story is going! It builds character and suspense 😍 One of my favorite episodes 😍😍 good job my love keep it up! I can’t wait for more panic attacks 😂

Penstemmon

And she said there weee not as much of the feels... this is plenty feels!

Phoenixtkd

Ooooh, i think i understand now why tora offers his number so freely, then gives the woman a fake number. Its not him being a dick. Its him desperatly wanting to meet a significant other, but knowing that being in a relationship would be bad for the people he cares about. He truly is a gentle giant.

Wcbchc

Dang, even tho it was a long episode, it left me wanting more.. Of course.. Boy, I think I love every expression Tora has, so attractive and his drawn expressions have such depth. She is so cute and fluffy, I love she's not a stick, but has meat on her bones, it goes with Tora. The story is getting deeper and I can't wait for more!

HPenvy

Is anyone else wondering how the hell she’s going to fall in love with Quincy? I means she has this beautiful, caring man standing right in front of her. (I think I’m just jealous 😆)

Victoria K

Thank you thank you thank you ❤️

Janelle

Sigh. Oh, Poppy. Nothing is going to get easier from here.

Dani BZE

The tension is insane! Tora is in trouble he is falling hard!

Irene A

I think I almost remembered to breathe while I was reading it this time. Oh, um.....nope, nevermind. Maybe next time?

Irene A

My heart goes out to the both of them. I want to hug them both! I'm so glad that Tora cares about her enough to make her uncomfortable or even frighten her. I have faith in our Poppy that she'll understand what he's doing by showing her how vulnerable she is.

Irene A

Absolutely amazing work again, Lily! The Feels and how so well you convey their feelings never ceases to amaze me. Thank you so much for everything.

Irene A

Poppy's super pretty and cute natural girl next door look when she brought him the food took my breath away.

NurseAmethyst

Oh. My. Gawd. The tension in this is unbelievable! I love, love lily's art style and story! Everything was amazing about this ep. We even got to see another side of Tora with Poppy. And so glad Poppy is good at standing up to him. He can be good for her, as much as she can be good for him 🧡

Eva

When tora said good girl in his head I diedddd. I am so excited for when poppy gets to prove to everyone what a badass she is. Despite being smol I know she won't take shit!

Nik Ribble

Ohhhhh I see she ditched the frumpy sweater for a slightly less frumpy t shirt! OMG I can just see Tora installing some security system.... Wait, can I start a petition for Tora to give her a big pitbull!? I'm just imagining Poppy in that situation like "wtf....?" 😂😍

Kyon

Aw yay he wants to protect her from his life 😍 but yikes she seems pretty freaked out by his pointing out things!

Janice Angelica

Geez, 2 weeks is really long for another tense story. It's fckn scary looking to what will that scumbag guys get hand on Poppy. Please don't :(( geez just scorched them out Tora

Tori Cuori

I don’t know why is MPL still didn’t get feature offer? (:

Jajko

Lily, you have some magic.. I read more than 3 times for each episode and happen to re read the previous ones. I have never felt such excitement and addiction to the 2d characters. But now I am a big fan of Toppy!! Love your drawing so much. Each panel of Tora and Poppy are so mesmerizing. Thank you!

Lassa

You did a great job again. Thank you so much and rest well.

Gudrun

A super interesting episode. Realistic and with credible emotions. The drawings are first class again and I can understand why you like to work with shadows and nightlights, Lilydusk. The expression in the faces of Poppy and Tora gets even more depth. Thank you for this masterpiece and get some rest, Lilydusk.

patinagreen

I just want to say that I've been reading MPL for awhile and this episode was so stunning I HAD to click through to your Patreon and become a patron. The dialogue, the character expressions, the story, the PERSPECTIVE WORK. *chef's kiss* Thank you! Happy to be here!

Emily Basso

I just reread it for the 8th time 😳. The little details are amazing, like the little out of place wisps of Poppy’s hair after she’s sweaty from cooking.... and she looks STUNNING at the same time. And I still love this song. It makes me feel like I’m watching a J-drama just as things are getting intense. So heavy... and I know I’m going to reread it again by the end of the day Hahahaha

Brook B

I just wanted to pop in and tell you how much I love this new chapter. I’ve reread it like four times and the last time I reread the whole comic just because I love digging my teeth into juicy character development like we’ve got here. We had glimpses of Tora’s character, but he was always kind of a mystery element, a wildcard in the story. It was hard to know exactly what was going on in his head. This chapter, from the angles you chose to draw from (which, KUDOS TO YOU) as well as the flashbacks, and scenes he was imagining to himself, this was really Tora’s chapter and wow if he isn’t just the most caring gangster I’ve ever seen. That tough exterior obviously hides a heart that is so ready and willing to care for others, even when he knows he shouldn’t. I might be wrong, but I’m fairly certain Poppy isn’t Tora’s one and only yet and he would end up feeling guilty and protective and worried about any innocent who happened to stumble into this life. He doesn’t think Quincey or Mr. Lam or even the kid are innocent because they all know to some degree what they’re getting themselves into. Poppy is completely ignorant and you can just see the strain Tora’s having to remain detached because he KNOWS he has to disappear before she can’t get out, but he also likes her now and I’m fairly certain that Tora has gotten to a point in his life where he clings to any bright spot, be that cigarettes or juice boxes. I’m really struggling to get to a point but I hope I’ve made my admiration clear at how you managed to showcase the inner workings of a really complex character - and do it well. I ESPECIALLY loved the extra effort to do all those different perspectives of Poppy. Damn girl. Teach a class on perspective drawing.

Momo

This was an amazing episode! Thank you for all your hard work ^-^

Gudrun

Lilydusk, just a little hint. Maybe the next time you draw Tora's neck and he swallows, you could draw him an Adam's apple and suggest that he's moving? Everything else is perfect.

Tabitha Emerton

I love this so much !!! And Thank you so much for the length❤❤❤❤

Jes Gunn

And it was amazing. Thank you so much for your hard work. I'm a veterinary student, and outside of going to class all day and sometimes on weekends and then studying...well, basically, this is what I live for. Your art and stories are amazing and bring me joy. Love this story, miss Asura's Bride too, but I know you're doing the best you can!

Lilydusk

So guys thank you all so much for your comments. I read every single one as always and I love them. So. Much. Y'all are seriously the best Patrons ever?? I near busted my ass for this particular episode because it had so many challenging aspects. And reading all your comments made every second of work SO worth it! Thank you guys 💕💕💕❤️❤️

Courtney DesForge

Ok, maybe I'm crazy but my brain just conceived the idea that maybe Mr. Lam is being used by those guys to get the black notebook too!? Sorry, I'm geeking out and my brain neeeeeeeds to know what happens next!

UghGabi

Tora is so protective I love it. Beautiful art as always and each week the story draws me in.

FiniteVisions

I meant to comment forever ago but: the dude talking to to Tora? After Tora hit him? Yeah, that wasn’t the face of a guy who’s dropped the subject.