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After last week's episode, I'm not sure how you guys will take to Quincey! I hope no one was too badly scarred  😂 I have my own interpretation and explanation of the story, which is usually a running narrative in my mind as I work . At the same time though, I also prefer leaving it to you guys to form your own conclusions. Some of y'all might interpret things the way I meant for it to be interpreted, and some of you might not. Either way, it's totally cool ❤️

Also, we're nearing the end of the first mini story arc (for lack of a better term), and I hope the MPL story makes sense, so far. I always try my best to make sure everything is as logical and plausible as possible, but that is definitely very challenging and not always possible for a variety of reasons. So it's like an ongoing lesson for me, on how to make a story believable without sacrificing the creative and fantastical aspects of it.

Anyway, that was just a random bit of musing I have on my mind. As usual, let's discuss the episode - your analysis-es and theories give me life, and they're always something I look forward to every week 🥰

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Zena Brock

Yessssss. Found my new wallpaper. Close-up Tora smiling.

Kima

I didn't expect a complete marshmallow out of Quincey

Emily Basso

Omg so much to say, but.... QUINCEY BOY IS BACK!!! ❤️🎉❤️🎉. God I’ve missed him in all his cinnamon roll glory. And “Big Bro Tora” is now officially my new favorite Tora. I know I say this every week, that there is so much in the chapter to talk about and digest, but right now I’m just a puddle of happy goo on the ground. Their interactions are the cutest fucking thing I’ve ever seen and it’s all the sweeter for the deception of the previous episodes. I’ll admit, in the nature of trying not to put too much stock into the old storyline, I tried to keep an open might that he might have a bit more of a bad streak this time around and I’M SO HAPPY THAT’S NOT THE CASE. Sneaky Lily, playing with our hearts like that! I couldn’t handle it, but now the happiness is 100 times stronger because of it 😍😭😍😭 He’s back, he’s back, he’s back!!!

larosamorada

This episode was just hilarious and I love how Quincey crumpled out of view. I didn't see it coming, but I appreciate that he and Tora don't have an antagonistic relationship. I laughed so hard reading this episode, Tora teasing Quincey is everything! 🤣

Janoha Novella

It's interesting that this time around, Quincey seems to " know" Poppy earlier before Tora makes a deal with Poppy.

Dizzy

It was such a good episode! I'm loving the dynamic between these two and how Quincey is just a soft lil buttery biscuit.

FlyHigh2TheSky

I was actually one of the people who couldn’t stand Quincey from last week’s episode, but that will never stop me from throwing my money at this comic lol. Look at how one week can make a difference. Quincey is a total cinnamon roll, and I am smelling trouble for the Tora/Poppy ship. Of course Tora is #mangoals, but now I’m am excited to see how the triangle will play out. Thank you author. I sketches from this week are giving me my own Secret Garden ideas 😏

Amy Crumbaugh

I did NOT see this coming, especially Quincey puking. To see him being passionate and gentle - it gives him so much dimension! And I just love the brotherly relationship between these two because it feels so genuine. Tora’s a tough cookie, but he’ll soften for the people he cares about. And that text from Poppy! I don’t want to wait another week to know what she says! Fingers crossed she asks for a dick pic (kidding, mostly).

Emily Basso

I’m going to try really hard not to spam this comment section in all my excitement.... but that panel of Tora and Quincey looking back over their shoulders together is so BADASS I JUST CANT. That image is best-bro goals at its best 😍😭🥰

Jennifer Maskens

Their interactions with each other are priceless! The first expression on Quincey's face that you see after throwing up is just hilarious! Love the art and the story line. I can't wait for the next episode. Keep up the fantastic work and don't forget to look after yourself too.

Emily Basso

Does anyone else see a bit of Poppy’s personality in Quincey? I can see here how she could develop feelings for him, and I definitely see why Poppy is Tora’s kryptonite. She’s practically his best friend packaged into a tantalizingly fuckable female form 😂

Red

Okay. Can I just say— whatever you did during the story planning part of your pre-release planning has been utter *magic*. Your storytelling has gotten so crisp, so well-paced, and your characters are so much more distinct and the dialogue is just... *chefs kiss*. I mean, obviously I was in love with the story before, but this is just, I mean, it’s the next evolution. It’s unbelievably well done. You’re showing so much nuance in Tora’s character— I just love getting to see all these different sides of his. This was a fantastic episode that says A LOT without spelling it out. It’s so good. Imma go reread it like fifty million times now.

Annie J

I think it makes perfect sense, Lily. I love the rythm of MPL so far. I went back and read chapter 12 and then 13 and it felt like such a treat. Seeing Quincey try on his big bad boy's shoes. Poor thing, it really took a lot out of him. I also felt like we saw a more real, relaxed Tora for the first time. Not the cynical, thug he lets other people see. He clearly is very close to Quincey and does feel a strong bond toward him and it's mutual. I do have a feeling Tora might try to push Quincey and Poppy together. To keep her close in the only that make sense to him. Because he feels unworthy and will be afraid of ruining her or putting her in danger.

GenX

Quincey is a cupcake and a cinnamon roll combined. And he’s gorgeous 😍

Paula D

I loved this twist so much, I laughed my ass off 😭😭😭😍😍😍 This is so good, made my night

Miss Me

When I got to the end of this episode I had already forgotten that it was fast pass and tried so hard to keep scrolling to "next" 😭😭😭 So many things going on! I love the pureness of Quincey and Tora! They are the best "bro-goals" representation 😍 And Poppy!!! I am dying to see how she goes about asking about the picture! I NEED MORE!!! ~~time to go reread every episode over and over again for the next 7 days 😂

Kristen

I loved this episode so much! It does make me wonder about Quincey's relationship with his dad, considering what we've seen of Tora's past so far. I don't get the impression that Mr. Balthuman has ever pushed his son to get his hands dirty, which is interesting considering their line of work (but my interpretation could be wrong, of course). And that's interesting to me as I've always seen mob families as passing down leadership through the generations. It just makes me wonder to what extent Mr. B wants his son involved, or if he wanted to shield Quincey as a child and that's just sort of carried on into adulthood. All makes for fun speculation in any case - thank you, Lily, for always making my Friday!!

Lola

Here to make that smiling Tora picture my home screen 😈

Annie J

Theory about Quincey's date. Male or female? I have this feeling he is not totally straight.

Emily Basso

Something that struck me as ... I’ll use the word “weird” for lack of a better term... was how normal Quincey talked about his family life. He treated Tora like an actual brother here, saying things like “when you bring a girl home” as if they shared that home, like a normal family, and “I’m telling dad” — such an oddly normal statement, like two brothers fighting in the back seat of a car in a family road trip. It was both endearing, seeing him really have a brotherly relationship with Tora, and utterly terrifying, seeing how fucked up Tora’s childhood was in that one scene in ep 5. Did Quincey really not see the bulk of Tora’s “training” and only see the good things because he was sheltered? Or is this just “normal” for him because it’s all he’s ever known? I’m so curious now to see more of their “family life” together!

Schkaka

That is tru family luv standing by why your bro is puking his guts out and then the smack on the back of the head. This episode had me giggling.

NurseAmethyst

This chapter has me wheezing!! Protective older brother Tora who will smack you if you're being stupid. The way that he was just standing there while Q puked his guts out lmao!! Me while a pt is being dumb after i told him not to do something and they do it either way. "Are you done dying? Ok. Good. Now listen here ya lil punk"... i love the art. And i squealed at the last couple parts. Poppy has entered the chat room 😱😍😱😍🤣💓👌😱😍😱😍😂 Lily. You've got a 29-yr old woman screaming like a 2004 14-yr old when they heard My Chemical Romance on the radio

LP

Omg LILY I think this is my favorite episode so far. The comedy/drama balance was FAB. And also I’m secretly so glad that Quincey is turning out how I imagined he would be? It took me 5eva to get through the story because I kept staring at the ART I can’t get over it. So excited for what is coming next!

comicbookwaifu

Welp, im gunna come out and say it since we're on the topic of sex and how Tora is very experienced and whatnot. *Ahem* Will there be a canon (implied) sex scene in MPL between Poppy and Tora in the future where Tora takes her virginity? Unless this is too much of a spoiler...? *awkward smiles*

latentblonde

I just posted this but I'm supposed to believe Tora, of the "go save Goliath even though he got me arrested," "try to protect this beautiful stranger from my boss," "help a random who fell while all my friends are trying to take a photo" somehow tortures spiders in his free time? Hmm...

Amelie

I just soooo wish I knew if Tora smiles or ~*smirks*~ when he realizes Poppy is the one who texted him....

Lyubov

I feel we're starting to have a love triangle. 😏😂

UghGabi

I really like Quincy. I feel like he is a character that the more I see him and get to know him, I am just going to love him.

Annie

Quincy: Dad, Tora hit me! Mr. Balthuman: *sipping his scotch* You probably deserved it.

Lyubov

It's going to be very interesting how the Torah will steal Poppy's virginity 😗 How he's gonna push her to do it.

tif

Quincey is so extra and Tora is just like 'I love you but you're a jackass.' I love their banter. It's really cool to see Quincey fleshed out more - I like that he's a writer.

SOPHIA A

On a lighter note. That smirk/smile from. Tora was so damn sexy. Quincey is wrong it's not a creepy smile it's damn sexy. That's a panty dropping smile. When you did the sneak preview I realized that Quincey was probably freaking out from his bad guy act. Although I did enjoy darker Quincey I think this version of Quincey suits him better. I really love how you developed the relationship in this episode. Brava Lily!!!

Rox

Ok, Quincey’s character was totally unexpected. Boom. He’s such a softy.

Janell Cash

"Your bruises last for days!" Hahahaha poor Quincey

larosamorada

Okay, can we talk about how Poppy's phone icon is an avocado with a hoola hoop?! 🤣 Such a baby bean she is...

Lena M. Lucente

Does Quincy even know what his dad did to Tora his whole life? I think I like the look of the original version of Quincy. But I do sympathise with him, I've been sick for the last 24 hours. Not for the same reason though. I love how sensitive he is. Not cut out for a gangster. He sure plays a tough guy, then runs out the room to puke.😀 to funny. But on a serious note...can you imagine having to live like that.? You kinda have to create a split personality to handle all that violence when truly you can't handle even the thought of it.

Daughter Of Opulence

I knew it! Cute scene with the two of them together! Seeing another interaction between them. For Poppy to take interesting Quincy, he can’t be a complete asshole. (Got rid of that bitch in the first episode) It’s adorable to see how Quincy turned to Big Bro Tora for help. And you can tell in these scenes that Tora cares for him a lot. Is that a little foreshadowing I saw in there? Btw? 😊🤣 Oof the love triangle is going to be tough. I’m getting goosebumps thinking about the future and the interactions between the three! *excitedly Jumps up and down in her seat*

Annie J

Was reading that chapter again this morning. Every single time I get to the part where Tora gets Poppy's text and Quincey asks if it's his father looking for him I sing it in Lionel Ritchie's voice. "Hello? Is it me he's looking for?" I can't help it.😂

Rox

It’s never enough to read a new episode once. First time I rush through it just to know what is happening. Second time (and many times after that) I read slowly enjoying every panel. Can’t get enough of it.

Thu Tran

So all the frames of Tora need to be on a hoodie/sweatshirt....I would wear the hell out of it. Merch, how about it, Lilydusk!? *cries*

Sophia Amalie Møller Hansen

Due to the first 4 pages, my pervy mind awakened and it took me in a completely different direction then the comic... I let the rest be up to your imagenation 😘

Emily Basso

I’ve got a night without the hubby so I’m rereading all the chapters so far, and I’m wondering if Tora’s going to be wearing the hat Quincey asks to borrow when he goes to meet Poppy at the restaurant 🧐 Tora wore a baseball cap in the original version, and if Quincey thinks it makes him look like badass street thug it might work perfectly for the image Tora wants to portray 🤨 also, I can’t picture Quincey looking like a badass thug, no matter what hat he wears 😂 Even when he was acting scary he was fabulous, so its probably better to leave the hat for Tora!

Brooke Babin

Quincey: "Don't mess up my hair! I have a date tonight!" Also Quincey: "Omg I'm hitting the clubs so bad tonight." It's like which one? We can tell you're a bit immature and spoiled. Haha

Melon

This has got to be my favorite comic ever. The artwork and story this time around are even better than before! I love that Q is a cinnamonroll. I am hoping later on in the story that he will disband the syndicate somehow (maybe his dad will be killed and he will have to become the boss) and Tora will have his freedom to live a "normal" life with Poppy and they will get married and have a baby (or shiba inu named Soba) and ahhhhh idk lol xD

Melon

My own theory on Tora's relationships and sexual experience: He has only had 1 sexual/romantic partner, but she cheated on him with someone else in the syndicate and broke his heart (or maybe she was forced to become one of Balthuman's consorts, ugh). Or she found out how dangerous of a lifestyle he has and she left him because of that. Or someone killed her to get back at Tora for something. I think Tora will inevitably do the whole "I need to keep my distance, I am bad for Poppy, I don't want her getting mixed up in something bad" thing and will end up ghosting her at some point. But then, they will cross paths again and Poppy will say, "I don't care, I love you!" And they will kiss, make love, and stay together. :)

Irene A

Oh, good. Now I can read the comments and have fun with this. OMG, this was sooo wonderfuuuull!! I super loved it all! How we got to know Quincey better, their camaraderie, their comic relief, their hotness, all of it! And I super love what you did with Quincey. While last week it struck me as more realistic that he would be a tough guy as a mobster's son, the way you developed him is so perfect and real too. It all came together so perfectly in its Feels and fun. I swear you've got to be mused by the Divine when you create because it fills me so deeply and wonderfully. Lily, you rock!

Irene A

I get the sense that Q has been spoiled by his Dad, and that Q has little to no idea how abusive his Dad was to Tora. But I hope that either A) that's not the case and that Q knows what Tora went through and supports him, or B) will find out.

Kuro Mono

Quincey: *bought a car because Tora told him to take a cab* Also Quincey: *insisted on borrowing a baseball cap* I think it's the most sibling thing ever to ONLY want to use your bro's stuff 😂

Pengwyn

I was so relieved when Q showed his true personality. I was worried for a second after seeing him in episode 12! 😅