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"What would you like to see more of"

  • I'd like to see more romance between the leads (and maybe the side characters) 7658
  • I'd like to see more of the mystery, crime and gang stuff 1359
  • I'd like to know more about the character's backstories 1966
  • I'd like to see more of the side characters interacting with each other 430
  • It's fine as it is 1243
  • 2020-11-02
  • 12656 votes
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🔔🔔 Reminder : No Fast-Pass spoilers in here, please 🔔🔔After making a comment on here recently, this thought suddenly occured to me - I've always assumed that when readers complain about "too much filler", they mean there's not enough plot, ie. the mystery, crime, gang stuff. When in fact, they might actually be referring to "romance" as plot, which they prefer to see more of (and let's be honest I am ABSOLUTELY here for that, lol). Of course I might be wrong and they might be referring to not enough mystery, crime, or whatever, but anyway...I thought I'd make a poll to see what you guys think.Important disclaimer: Because this always comes up everytime I ask for feedback, I want to assure you guys that I KNOW this is my story, and  I WILL tell it the way I want to. Y'all might be underestimating how obstinate I am 😂I've been working on MPL long before it became a featured Webtoon, and with almost 80-90% of the story written out, I have NO intention of allowing an audience to dictate how the story goes. That would essentially mean allowing others to tell me how I should be thinking - which is a big, fat, resounding "no" from me. And honestly, after being a cog in the corporate machine my entire adult life, the LAST thing I want is take directions from other people again...not especially from some teenager on the internet, lol. TLDR -  Rest assured my dears, that this poll and the opinions of readers does not, and will not change anything about how I'm telling the MPL story.However, this DOES mean that if I happen to agree with the poll results, I'll be able to dedicate more screentime to that particular area of the story, which I think would be a win-win situation for all of us. Either way, this would be very constructive feedback for me, so I'd love to know what you think <33 (Just for the record, I personally am all for the romance and I'd be more than happy to feature more romance screentime *hint hint nudge nudge*).Enough babbling from me, let's begin! As always, please feel free to leave your thoughts below to support your vote, and let's keep this lighthearted and fun 💜💜

Comments

Elina Rabinovich

It’s not that I would like to see more romance between the main characters... I need it. Like on a spiritual level 😂

razabbm1982

It's hard to choose! I like all of it!

Angie Wallace

I'm all about the romance in this story, which is why I'm a Secret Garden patron 😉

Leanne Richardson

I want to know more about Poppy's mom and dad. I mean, has her mom ever been mentioned. She obviously has to have a biological one somewhere. I have my theories, but that's not important. I also want to see more Poppy and Tora connecting besides romantically. You know, the spiritual and mundane stuff.

momo

More nakey Tora, more blushing Bobby, and most importantly MORE YM QUINCEY I am legit obsessed with him and his quips. Sassy queen of the mob, he slays me for real.

Kao

I honestly don’t know what they mean by fillers. I mean, I know what fillers are, I just don’t understand where the complaints are coming from

blorp

All of the above!

Amanda weinberg

I love it as is but I’m ALWAYS going to want more romance!

Bukgirl

And we can’t do two? Because backstories are awesome as well as romance, but that’s just me. Either way I’m pretty happy with how this is going.

Alexandria Evans

I'd love to see more romance!! I've been following and reading this story for quite some time and I'm almost more invested in this than my own personal life... Almost... .... >.>

STEPHANIE HORN

Like, yeah I want more romance and all that hotness....but I'm also a big noir fan, so the crime/mystery subplot is also right up my bag.

Green Eyed Soul

I like it the way you decide what it’s going to be! In the end it’s your story I fell in love with and not the mainstream opinion!

Olivia Cheney

I'd like to see more intimacy between the characters and this doesn't have to be skinship moments, but rather moments like at Tora's apartment which was a great section of emotional growth for Poppy and Tora (and who am I kidding I also wanna see them suck face some more)

Kayla

Honestly I love the story as is and all the care you take to details and development of the story. But if you’re offering more Romance how could I ever say no to THAT?!

latentblonde

I cannot believe anyone has the audacity to tell you there is too much filler 🤦🏻‍♀️

Randi Upton

Totally more romance. I feel like the webtoon isn't a romance as much as it is an action toon with a little bit of romance here and there.

Bly

Also, if possible, more POV's from Tora's side 👉🏻👈🏻 👉🏻👈🏻 (please feel free to shoot me down, I will still grovel at your feet 😂)

Hayley Tymczyszyn

If there was a specific button for “Please let Gyu and Erdene have an adorable meet-cute” I would have smashed it will all my heart.

Lauren

I love love this story so far but I really love diving into romance. It’s a great way to connect and bond with characters. Sense you are part of their love story it feels so personal. I really truly love it all but I would love to see more romance! Every week I wait for this comic and I love when we get those super sweet or sexy scenes! They leave me thinking and smiling for the next week if not more 😊

Brianna Kern

All of it! Girl you are a master and I'm just here to bask in your artistic glory. I'd come massage your hands every day if that wasn't creepy lol. I think all the people that complain about the amount of their preferred plot point need to either read fanfic or create their own comic because it's not up to them!

Snowykittyz

Look lily I love the way you tell your story. And yes fuck the corporate machine you do what you want. I love the gang and romance. Don't you dare change for other people! I give you my hugs, and just give the middle finger to those that hate. They are NOT worth your time!

Moniliza

Lily!!! I think you are telling the story wonderful. It’s realistic and so much suspense.

artistdhd

personally, i don't understand what a lot of people are complaining about concerning the "slowness" of the romance or the plot. i really enjoy it when creators take the time to let relationships and plots develop naturally, and i think you're doing exactly that.

Tiffany Krug

This was a tough one. I loveeeee the romance, absolutely. Like I love Tora and Poppy. But I am soooo excited for the grit of Toras entanglement with the mafia.

Britanny Wilson

Id like to hear more about the whole julri situation to be honest. Like i know she moved on, but what about her bike? Isnt he upset that she took it from him and all that? No lie, I'm just really addicted to drama and want to see poppy finally have closure in facing the person who had damaged her self esteem quite a bit. Also, id just love to hear more about the whole "strawberry girl" that quincy talked about. Like, what happens if it wasnt poppy 😱

Talisha

Honestly I absolutely love how you're telling the story. I just wish I had a time machine and jump to every Friday of the week. Also corporate sucks.

Maria Fernanda Heredia

I really love how the story is and I love romance so yes I would love to see more romance which I was expecting to se elote Of in the future. Right now I really like angst cute slow burn moments between them. I really cannot get a enough of it <3

marifer

Honestly I am all about romance but this comic is so different. I like the gang stuff too! Is too good 😭.

Tatiana Eletzky

I want it all choices in this poll.. And if it's the way you're gonna tell your story, well no need for me to vote even for fun 😁😁😁! Maybe mafia things? It implies every other subject sooooo... 😁😁 You've done a wonderful job until now I don't feel myself to tell you what I'd like to see more in your story since it's yours, everything seems so true and "organic" as you once said to me, that is enough for my own taste 😊 Keep going the way you like to!

Nataly

If I had to choose, I’d be romance, but honestly what I love about this story is that it goes beyond that. Yes it’s central theme is the romance between the leads because at the end of the day, MPL is a love story, but all this world building makes the experience all the more immersive and enjoyable. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a killer for romance and am 100% for getting more of it, but I’d also like to see other aspects of the story. In conclusion, I’m down for the ride, and I want it all!

Sandi C

The first three you listed off would be cool with me. But I’ll be happy with whatever you go with! 😄 (Though I am HERE for the romance. I procrastinated reading this series for forever. Then finally binged it in one night. Found your Patreon and now I’m here for the NSFW content 😂😂😍)

Reeree

Well shit this was hard for me. I want to see the romance as well as the crime stuff especially since it’s a part of who Tora and Quincy are . Just so it’s not just romance but crime and romance. Overall love you Lily for the win!!!

Nurul Kamaril

To the fellow graphic artis Lily, my hubby praise ur drawing..he said it detailing executed..please give more back story & Tora-Poppy interaction, those sexual tension give me 🤯 everyweek

LouCas27

Tora. Oh wait - let me read the question again...😜✌🏻

Sappho2020

I love the details and the stories and stories in stories! It would be great to flesh out the characters- what happened to Bobby's mom? How did Tora end up on the street? Was the girl crying in the background of the group photo Bobby and Tora? So many questions and lots of time!

comicbookwaifu

Your statements on the corporate life and having teenagers tell u what to do; yeah I feel ya on that LOL 😭😩 I’m all for more romance between leads and side characters! And also, whoever said your webtoons have too much fillers, their mom’s a ho

Amber

Girl, I LOVE how you speak your mind and how youre assertive!! You better tell us! I feel we would be great friends IRL lol! The blunt honesty is whats needed 🤣. Me being one of your older fans in age, i do enjoy your willing spirit to tell it how its gon' be!!! *Applause*

Hyena

I absolutely love the romance, Tora and Poppy are both phenomenal characters and I would literally die for either of them. Seeing their romance blossom makes me keep going honestly!! 🥺😭 Hahah But!! That being said!! I am SO intrigued by the whole entire cast of characters and world. I think one of the main things that drives me back to this story is it's not only the romance, but the entire mafia world, the political side of the clans, and especially what the hell happened to Tora. It gives the story so much depth and I'm craving for every little tidbit of mystery this story has to offer. I see you ladies that are here for the Romance!! 🥀 but all I'm saying is that I think what enhances the feeling between Tora and Poppy is the living world around them too.

Rozengard

I understand why is it important to focus on other things in a story. In my opinion the lead take too much attention and the side doesn't really interesting personality wise. For example what I personally liked was "Pinky's" character, like personality and design wise, but Erdene a bit dull, like she tries to be a perfect good girl here and that is a bit dull. I want the sides to show some personality too. Tora and Poppy has balanced screentime to each other I think, that is totally fine. The climax of the story will be the point when they admit their feelings to each other and we all want and don't want that moment at the same time if that makes sense xD.

Jasmine

I think a good mix of both would be great. But I honestly want more vulnerable moments like the scene at Tora’s apartment. I feel like too much Romance will take away from the story. I hate when stories focus too much on the romance and forget other areas. It’s a double edged sword lol. I’ve always preferred a balance of plot/romance. I think people are just too impatient to let the story and relationships develop.🙄

Darla (Tora’s THOT)

Before I opened this and saw that is was a poll my answer was, “TORAS BEDROOM” ayyyyyyyyy!!!!! 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁 you tell em lily!!! I’ll be a cheerleader no matter how it goes!!!

Zlata Kelembet

Lily, I just like the story as it is. I enjoy all the characters, their interrections and backstory, the mistery, the danger and, of course, THE ROMANCE! To be honest, I started to doubt my English, as the "saggy" part is just to exciting!!! 😁

Sakura Jane

Me being myself, I am a romance person because I want to know how relationships can develop and what’s the lesson to it. I also like mystery too because i can be a logic person but in reality, logic is critical and needed. But when it comes to romance, I might want to know more about relationships and how it can be healthy and Long lasting. I’ve been in some but it doesn’t work out for me. I’m at this age (I’m 23) where i should learn more about reality. How can I be a great partner and what can I do? What can I do to avoid mistakes? What are the red flags? What can I do before settling into relationships Etc. So I myself can be indecisive, lily. But in the end, I choose romance. Lol!

Minimouette

My votes are so not helpfull. I'm greedy: I want it all XD more romance, more back story, more side caracters interractions, more mysteries, etc. Sorry Lilly 😅

Hiraki Shutozku

Of course everyone get excited seeing Tora and Poppy moment! I do prefer when love is slowly form not just for physical attraction but also knowing each other trigger! Poppy is the light for Tora. I really want to see more TORA PAST DEFINITELY! I want to see the stages of tora growth as a teen! Mafia settings would be great more mafia action BECAUSE WHO DONT LOVE MAFIA STORY PLOTS!

KTex

I love that you let us pick more than one option, because I’d love to see more of anything you add to this story. Thank you for letting us weigh in (and for reassuring us it won’t change how you tell the story, just add to it)!

Bea

I love this story and I'm ready to wait for Poppy and Tora to find their way to being together and happy I mean of course I enjoy the little moments because lets face it Popps isn't ready for more right now after her last idiot boyfriend and Tora still has his own plot to work through so keep the updates coming girl and ill wait till you are ready to give me that extra romance

Aditi

Honestly I'm just a sucker for a good story between really strong characters couldn't care less what the overall plot is 🤣🤣

Leonie Raines

I really enjoy the banter between Poppy and Tora. I enjoy seeing them grow together and as individuals. I would love to go beyond the "love you" and really get into "how do we make this work". I think that Quincey is so interesting so it would be cool to see him and his relationships (also the relationship between him and Tora is intriguing!) You are a fantastic storyteller and I am really enjoying this journey. 🙂

B00kie

I came here to compensate for my non-existent love life, and never knew I'd also stay for the character depth, back stories and gang stuff. 😩✨

Ester-bean

You're an awesome person. I'm sorry if I sound like a kiss a** but it's true. Everything in this post is just excellent 😎 And regarding the areas of the story to spotlight, I wanna see more of all of the options 😅 they are all really interesting/entertaining. From someone who does not write creatively (ergo my opinion is a grain of salt): what if each episode had half romance between the main characters and half the other stuff (which alternates every episode)? Though I think that's what is already being done... like I said, grain of salt. Love MPL and your posts❤❤

Sadie Lewis

There isn't much that i can say that someone else hasn't already said but while i would like to see more between tora and poppy, i like how things are going as is. Its a great story and I'm so glad i just happened upon it like I did.

caseyjarryn

I'm all for the romance! I need plot and backstory to keep up tension and in order to learn about and fall in love with the characters, but at the end of the day the romantic plot line is my primary focus!!

Ester-bean

Also, I dont understand when people say "hey poppy and tora, hurry up and get together already"..... do they want the story to end? I sure dont!Slooooow burn = more episodes :P Edit: to clarify, I'm not saying those types of comments are not ok. I think people are just really excited about the chemistry and invested in the characters 😉

Debbie

Absolutely no complaints with the way things are, but if given the opportunity to create a wish list of what I would like to see more, it would definitely be 1) more romantic interactions between Tora and Poppy (duh- never enough of this😍) ; 2) more backstory and 3) more of the mystery/ crime. The romance is the backbone, but it’s the other aspects that flesh out the universe and make the story so rich. Of course this is all IMHO, and love MPL no matter how the story unfolds. ❤️❤️❤️

Lemonsy

😁 I really like seeing the bromance! Think it's super sweet and hilarious to see Tora and his gang interact with each other.

Beth McLain

I think you’ve created a fantastic and balanced story, but I adore Tora and “Bobby” and will always want more romance! Even if it’s not big plot points, those sweet little moments are what make this story feel so alive to me. So, yes! More romance! Definitely. But I’ll keep loving the story no matter where you take it. 💛

Rachel Stump

Glad to be a part of this journey!

Roothenium

I have not been disappointed with any episodes thus far. Feel like each episode plays into each other, sets the stage for the next chapter so also curious as to what others mean by fillers. Your idea of a poll is a good one. And so glad you hear that you are pro more romance screen time <3

Elsie Winters

Thank you so much for letting us vote! I look forward to whatever you create and share! My main observation for webcomics that are still in production (and other medias, where I usually find this happening with smaller teams/single creators) is that a story reads differently when one reads it week-by-week (like all of us currently caught up with MPL) than it does when one reads it all after completion. With a week-by-week view, I generally look forward to more content with the main characters/ overarching plot, and get antsy to see more of it every time I go to check out the newest update. However, I find that if I read a story all in one go (or after it is completed, where I can read it at the pace I want), I really want to see more of everything, with a fully fleshed-out world and more focus on characters other than the main handful. I find that storytelling that works for week-by-week sometimes feels "claustrophobic" when read at the reader's leisure. It's not an issue I currently have with MLP - hence why I loved it so much I became a patreon! - but I thought it might be good to give my two cents about what I've seen elsewhere. Always looking forward to the updates :)

IcingQuinYang2

I'm in for the #tora and #poppy romance per se, the side stories are ok but in the nitty gritty, it's their love that i care about

juju

I'm a whore and don't care about the side characters just gimme gentle Tora looking at Poppy's shy eyes and saying "Will you be mine Bobby?" Aah my aching heart.

Krystal

I would like to see Tora more in his clan role mostly because, as I've said to others, I will gloss right over that fact. But it as a HUGE part of who he is and I should honor that however messy. So I am very interested in that aspect. I am DEEPLY invested in the events and traumas that lead to the people we have come to know and love. My obsession is actually Quincey. He is SO FASCINATING. I am dying to dive into that history. The GQT dynamic, Quincey's relationship with Vincent. Why he's so protective of Tora. I would be fine with not seeing Poppy for an episode or two to really get into it. I am a huge fan of slow burners. They are delicious and I feel you strike a fantastic balance between "awwwww" and angst. I'm totally fine with more intense burning though. You will get no complaints from me in that regard. But I'm fully content with the romantic pacing. It is all rooted in reality and justified with nuance and subtlety. But if Poppy were to end up on her back say... at the end of the [Redacted FP Info] sequence I WOULD NOT JUDGE HER!!! lol

Nina Castelmonti

I have not chosen any of those options. Romance is fine but sooner or later it has to evolve. Whenever I watch dramas I end up with a feeling of dissatisfaction and emptiness, and it is because the protagonists do not physically unite. Eating, sleeping, going to the bathroom, and making love or sex are intrinsic needs in the human being. Therefore, and as a result of my cinephile knowledge, if you ask me what I want ... what I want is a plot where violence, blood (remember that the story is about gangsters) and making love (or passionate sex) are the constant. The scenes could be suggested in webtoon, and in patreon to put them graphically. That's my opinion. Many people will vote between those options, but in my opinion, I repeat, just my opinion, none will be entirely to their liking. 🤷‍♀️

Diana

my only complaint is weekend doesnt come fast enough coz im always eager to see the next chapter ☺️.. story is fine as it is , but of course more tora and bobby screentime doesn’t hurt 😍

Myruhhz

(。♥‿♥。) romance (。♥‿♥。) romance and (。♥‿♥。) romance with a side of romance (。♥‿♥。) please (。♥‿♥。)

Andy Salcedo

Thank you for all the marvelous work you've done, This has been a great series so far! I would be Interested in hearing more on Poppy's background and her life with the side characters plus her and Tora' relationship growing bigger and bigger.

Hannah Truong

I vote for romance between lead characters first and foremost and side characters after. I mean I definitely want 90% of the focus on our Toppy and then side romances with Toppy’s close friends 🤤🤩😍

Jan

I love the story and I trust that you will tell us everything we need to know, in time <3

Nicg20

I absolutely love everything you have done with MPL. The story, the characters, everything just clicks for me. I am always a sucker for any romantic lead interactions :)

PetitLikeMe

I can't choose! I want everything I can choose from 😆🤭🙈!!! I just love MPL and everything you give us, Lily, I take it!

Multistan liza

I love just how much of the romance you give us. I want to see/learn more about the characters! The romance between our leads is moving at the perfect speed and it just quietly lingers in each update. I love your work and MPL so much

Bunny

I’d like to see more of Tora’s backstory. I want to see more of what he has done in the past for his job. It’s hard to get a real sense of how much danger surrounds him, or exactly how bad things have gotten for him OR for other people because of him. Right now it’s very easy to see him as a good guy without much to challenge that perception of him or why exactly Poppy would actually have to make a difficult choice in choosing to be with him.

Foxy_girl

I am all for more romance and I want to see Poppy and Tora evolve, but I am DYING to know what gil did with that notebook.

OneAndOnlyTako

I want it all Lily lol I freaking love Fridays more now that I get to read new MPL ep! Anyway, now that I sense romance is coming along, extended smut scenes will be greatly appreciated as well! 💕

Osiris Santiago

I'm very satisfied with how the plot is being presented. The only thing I would like to have more clarity on is how serious the main characters are when it comes to how they feel about each other and, based on their personalities and situation, how they express those feelings or how they make sure their message is getting through. I guess, just a little less reading between the lines, even though I understand that keeps the suspense. That's my 2 cents

Jessica Martin

I’d love to see tora and Quincy within the crime and gang itself. Quincy’s father is the head of the organization and tora is his “stepson.” I feel like we got a lot more of that at the beginning of the story. I do love the romance between poppy and tora but I’d love to see a bad ass tora.

Nicolette

Can there be an all of the above choice? 😆

Christina Agan

I voted for the romance aspect because I love the way you write your characters and how you allow them to interact. I also am a person who loves seeing a big helping of one plot line before moving to something else. So even if one plot isn’t finished, I just wanna read about it for a bit before moving on. HOWEVER, I have so many questions about the mystery plot lines with the notebook, Quincey’s backstory, Joe, Goliath......WHO IS THE GIRL IN THE ARES KINGS PICTURE (HINTHINT), what does Tora’s bedroom look like? The way you’ve got everything paced out right now works beautifully. It keeps me guessing and deeply invested in ALL your characters. And by ALL I mean that. Hello, Damien. Yes, I am happy to know your favorite color is pink and you’re a a Sagittarius. Now tell me about your rising and moon signs. (Please tell me Damien is a astrology buff and is super salty nobody is taking his knowledge seriously. He might be my favorite Thuglet.) the backgrounds are amazing, and you tell your story so well. There’s not many webtoons that draw me in as much as yours has. Hell, MPL rivals a lot of book/novel plots. Keep it up, Queen.

Sonjante

I simply want more of everything 😅 Love your story sooooo much. But of course romance is the best even though I really like the Mafia vibe. 🥰

LXndra

Personally the romance from the characters that lead to the crime and action and so forth between. <3

jelli

I’m a total simp, so of course I voted on romance. BUT I’m also super big on ranked choice voting soooo 1. Romance 2. Thug life stuff 3. Background story building. 🥰

neyney26

As you said previously, this a romance story. And I am here for that 100%! 💙 MPL is an amazing story and I love it just how it is too. But id never complain about more Tora and Poppy time either 🤣 Lily just keep doing what you do. We are all here for it 🙌

Carola

I'm always hungry for more romancy stuff but Ioooooove your work the way it is now to 😍

NyxQD

More romance. Most stories I’m reading right now are slow burn or take 100+ episodes to get to the point and it’s kind of exhausting tbh. I don’t know why a story has to end after the characters get together, anyway? Isn’t the story of them figuring out how to be as a couple, as partners, as a unit, a story too? Miss Abbot and The Doctor did that beautifully and I wish that more authors would follow that path, if for no other reason than it would be fresh and new. I second the commenter who said they were looking for “beyond ‘I love you’ and really get into ‘how do we make this work.’” Thinking back to a SG where it was implied that they had moved in together, I want to see that! I want to see them living and facing the word together. This is probably getting rambly by now so I’ll just end my comment by saying that I adore this story and can’t wait to see where you take it next.

Myosotis

Honnestly it's fine as it is. I like the fact I can be surpirsed by you. If I get to chose what happens, where's the plot? I take it all, with everything that makes it so special. I believe people should just bé happy they can see. Because imagine I become blind, if I can't read it anymore... I just wish I will be able to read it till the end

Katelynn Robinson

MPL is my favorite story. I absolutely adore Poppy and Tora, and the entire story you have weaved thus far. Of course, my favorite part of the story are the interactions between Tora and Poppy. It doesn't even matter what they're doing - I just want more of them. The way Tora looks at Poppy is...everything. You have captured so much emotion and nuance in just simple glances, both in the story and the juicy extras we get in the secret garden. Perhaps this comment isn't super helpful, but I just wanted to say thank you, for all that you have created and making readers like me so happy. Like, seriously, I literally giggle while reading every Friday, I get so excited and happy.

Josalynn Dussault

I am honestly ok with the progression and also how the story balances out. The characters' emotions are what I like which does of course include the budding relationship but also the struggle behind the characters' life... So really, I just voted for leaving it as is.

Mary Austin

I'm alllll for romance but I'd love to see more mafia/clan/crime stuff involving Poppy somehow. Not necessarily Poppy getting kidnapped or hurt or something like that, just her being more apart of Tora's world. And their relationship develops more as an outcome.

Chelle

I think honestly this really depends on how long you anticipate this story being because I want all of it, but it could end up just being filler no matter. If the story is shorter then more mystery and make them kiss. That is all. Editing to add the romance could be told through the mystery and vice versa.

ElleMenoh

It would be cool to explore more of what happened with the notebook, Goliath and also Ben and the hair clip. It would be awesome to also include some more ToraxPoppy bonding while they’re investigating, sine he did say he would talk to her about it. She could help him uncover everything lol

Profanity Teller

I think it’s fine as it is but I wouldn’t say no to more romance lol 😛

Kimi Kimja

Just so you know Ms. Dusk many of us here are not teens. I am 56yr old woman who has enjoyed comics and anime since Kimba The White Lion in the late 1960s. Just thought Id let you know this and no way would I ever think of telling you what to do. Unless you need to clean your room. If you didn't you get no dessert.

Katie80

#1 Romance #2 backstory I love every episode

Leanne DuPree

I would absolutely love to see more romance between tora and poppy. I just hope it doesn't take away from their characters, especially tora, who I dont see being so romantic in a showy way at the moment in the story line. More romance among supporting characters would be amazing too!! I'd also love more gang stuff, because let's face it, tora is hot when he's mad and beating somebody up 😆🤣 I love mystery stuff, just as long as it doesn't stay an unanswered plot line for a year like some comics go . You're great lily ❤

Yolanda Miguez

The romance is what got me reading, but the mystery and the gang story line is what got me hooked. Patreon satisfies the thirst 😂 I'm really enjoying this so far, and I think the balance is perfect as it is. You're an excellent story teller and I'm really looking forward to where this will go. PS. Bring back Goliath 💙

A Happy Mandolin

I love the romance and I do want to see more but I'd love to see more of the gang related part of the story to see how it plays with the romance

Emma Lou

You just do your thing Lily I will be on board I know that wherever you take us it will be awesome. One thing I would like to see is more of Tora's thoughts. You never get to see it the inner thoughts of a male much and it always comes from the female side of things. I really enjoy it when his thoughts are included in an episode. 😍

Sarah Hernandez

I love the story the way it is and can't stand those comments from some people saying there isn't enough about the mafia stuff and I'm like "Yo we're gonna get there, the author know's what she's doing"

Alison

I love romance, but you do you. I loved the story from day one of canvas and it's completely awesome.

TottyB

Thank you Lily for inviting us to help you shape MPL. I think a mixture of ALL the suggestions you put in the poll would be excellent. I understand the romance is the first and foremost objective of this story, but I am interested in learning more about why Tora and Goliath ended up in a children's home? How do we find out Tora is a direct descendant of King Ulaan? Why did Poppy's mother abandon her and who is Quincey's mother? How does this connect to Poppy? Who previously owned the hairclip/brooch that Benjamin stole from Poppy and is it significant to a particular clan? How does Tora protect Poppy when all the gangwars kick off? Will Tora be ordered by Vincent to kill Poppy if he finds out about the notebook? How will Tora defy Vincent and protect her? How do T and P maintain their romance whilst all of this is going on? Do they get married in the end and what happens after that? Is Poppy a clan 'Princess' but has yet to find out? And many more questions. Sorry girl, but I gots to be greedy and want it all!! 🤣🤣🤣But on a more serious note, you cannot please everyone and I suggest you go with your intuition on how you want to progress this wonderful story!!

Rachel-louise McGhee

I clicked everything because I love how it is and I'm just excited to see the story progress! I'm thirsty for the lovin but I'm exited for the THRILLER GANG stuff n everything inbetween!

KingDuckington

I’d love to see one more interaction between Erdene and Damien. They’re just as cute as Tora and Poppy just a bit edgy, urban, and multicolored:)

Jessica Brown

Romance romance rooomaaaance! I need all the romance and all the feels.

Sonya Tibbs

I love the story the way its been going but I also would like to see poppy and tora my be go out and do something together , like when he asked her to go to the beach with him sometime back when he got sick but what ever you decide to do I will love it but just so you know I love your work no matter what way you go with the story but I am hoping for today and poppy to be together.

Adela Gutierrez

I'm simple. I just want to see Tora cash out his kisses with Poppy whenever he gets a cigarette craving 🤣🤗

Valerie Streeter

Just a small heads up, we arnt all teenagers lol. I for one am old af. 😆😆😆 you're doing a wonderful job. And idk what the audience means

EllieBear

This is the top story I look forward to each week, especially because you created such a rich world. I'd love to see Tora and Poppy integrate into each other's lives more and let each other in with cuteness (but I also love seeing Poppy learn to advocate for herself and the power and freedom she feels from it). She's pretty bad ass as a whole when one looks at what she's accomplished and how. You're doing an excellent job of telling the story. Every few months, I'll go back and read the whole story and it let's me see more of how poppy gets underestimated and uses that to her advantage in unknown situations. I'd also enjoy seeing the thuglets more. Tora's back story is also interesting. Tora is general is a while mood for the outwardly dark and broody man who wants his lovely lady in his life. Reminds me a bit of my bf, who is also outwardly stoic in public. I'm rambling - but basically #1 romance, # 2 character development and back story, #3 mafia intrigue. But mainly, i trust your writing and am excited to read each week (even when you call an episode filler)!

Sadie Allard

So I do like how the story is going. I like the pace cuz it has a more realistic feel to it. Now does that mean I wouldn't like to see more romance, crime and back story? Of course not. The romance (we all know why), the crime because it gives a thrill, especially because you don't know what collateral affect it might have and back story gives me an even better understanding for their actions and trail of thoughts. I feel like I'm in a Shakespearean play. As in I know why they're acting doing/ doing this, but the rest of the characters don't. All in all, like I said, I do so love this story🥰 it has a fun, yet mature feel to it. ☺

RugbyLiz123

The more of Anything you give to us means the longer the story can be drawn out, which is the best case scenario in my opinion 😊❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

💕author eurydice fiori 💕

honestly, Lily, as much as I'd LOVE to see more romance happening (which is what I voted for 😆), I'm cool with whatever direction you choose to go in! this is YOUR work and only you get to decide what you want to write about 💗

Angie

My ❤️ and 🐱 want more romance but my 🧠 wants back stories, especially for Poppy.

VanDami

I want to know what happened with the book

Marah Wood

I pretty much never want this story to end so more of everything? 😂 I will say that some of my favorite moments are the subtle flirting between Tora and Poppy (like when Tora shows up at her office with Quincey) and the hand holding walking down to the club. My favorite episodes were 100% the ones at Tora’s apartment. I loved the vulnerability. With that said - could Tora PLEASE cash in some kisses in place of cigarettes?! I’m all about that substitution. 😂

Amanda Milliken

I would love to see more romance, but that’s because I typically just reread those parts of the story a million times more than the rest. I’m a sucker for sweet romance. But I voted that it’s fine the way it is because it’s realistic and not rushed the way you’ve written it. You’re not writing romance or young adult smut, you’re writing a story that has points that could most certainly happen in real life and I give you major props for sticking to that! There’s plenty of the fluffy stories out there that give exaggerated episodes with romance, there’s only one MPL. I’ll be happy with whatever you choose and I’ll continue to wear a hole in my phone rereading the romantic parts whether there’s more of them or the same amount. I’m loving the pace of the story however you choose to write it!

Emily Basso

So.... it goes without saying I want the romance 😏 I somehow manage to turn even the most innocent scene sexual in my brain, and even had a Tora/Poppy date dream last night with plenty of Tora blushing. So— romance is obviously the way to go. That being said, up until now, I wouldn’t have changed a thing. I think the pacing has been exceptional (you’re only 50 chapters in so there needed to be SOME build up of plot) but it has all felt so natural and relatable and realistic. I can feel the romance scenes looming already and I can’t wait for them now that we’ve established some backstory, emotional context, and compatibility. And there is enough tension already to keep us on our toes as well. In reality, I should have checked “it’s fine as it is” because to me this IS a true romance story, not a drama, and I have full faith in our thirsty author to deliver enough romance in the upcoming chapters to warrant webtoons sending out “Wet floor signs” to our work places just to help with liability lawsuits 😂 but hey, it can’t hurt to cast a vote for even MOAR sexy scenes. Thank you for always being so open with your readers. I feel like I learn something new and grow a little every time I read your thoughts ❤️

Watermelon Soup Studio

I am low-key ✨dying✨ for the mafia stuff to cross over with Poppy somehow. Either she needs immediate protecting and Tora's in a tough spot, or something goes bad for Tora and she's there to help clean him up after Basically just needy for all the vulnerable romance lol 🖤 But we all trust you, Lily! MPL has one of the best balances in storyline I've read in a long, long time.

Sofia

It's fine as it is, Lily! Your pace is great! Right now we are in the pink and fluff phase after a very dark one. So let's enjoy the ride you prepared for us. 🙌💗

Eleanor E

Maybe a question you already answered, but will we ever get to read Quincy book?

Nordorr

I picked all of them. I love all the options, but I'm also obsessed as it is already.

Kelly Bissinger

This is my favorite series on Webtoon. I love what you do with the characters and you don't drag out scenarios. You address them in such a practical way. That being said I would never turn down more romance and back stories.

Kayla Wooden

To be honest I read it cause I love what you’re doing with it ❤️👍🏻

K_mac

I mean, I'm constantly going back and re reading, so I think the pace is fantastic. The only thing I can think I'd like to be a little different, would be to see more of Tora's inner thoughts. Especially with Poppy. Really though, this whole series is just ✨chef's kiss✨

Red

Honestly, I love the balance already established. Granted, I’d love a tinge more romance, but that’s the greedy side of me wanting more Tora/Poppy action.

Alex

I personally am fine with it as it is I think everything that the polls say are all included in the story in some type of way and I can’t wait to see more of it all come into play and for our awesome characters bond and grow closer because of it (: as the saying goes patience is a virtue.

Ashley

Romance cause I needs it!!! Also, totally thinking long term here because I know one day MPL has to end (😭) - but, I just can’t get enough of your art and story telling. I’d love a Master Class or SkillShare class of well....everything 🤷🏼‍♀️ it would be like “hanging out” and sketching, plotting, painting w/ Lily.

Pribbz

I love the story how it’s being told... but I would like to see a bit of all of what the poll is offering. I feel weird making a single choice. I love MPL as it stands 😁 I put my faith in your Lily.

Emilie

I picked romance! I think maybe the complaints right now stem from you telling us 3 weeks ago that the next 3 episodes would be heavily based on romance and their relationship then they didn't even talk for 2 episodes and frankly it's killing me and feels like to much filler because it's not at all what I was expecting. That doesn't mean I don't love the story. I LOVE it. I just was expecting there to be more romance recently.

Katherine Merzhevskaya

A part of me wishes that I didn’t find MPL until it was complete so I can spend an entire weekend binging on a story and getting fully submerged in the world of the story (romance and mafia). But that’s not what happened and I live week to week for the next episode. I think there will be more romance and more mafia stuff as the story develops. I still have questions on how Gil is involved with the notebook and thus the mafia? It looked like Goliath betrayed Tora by selling him out to the police, did Tora do time or is he double agent, that’s why he is ‘on vacation’ from clan business and didn’t kill anyone the big boss ordered him to? Why does he have the inspector’s number? What did happen to Goliath and the notebook? I’m sure all will be revealed as the story progresses and now that Tora and Bobby are in each other’s lives, I hope there will be more (kissing and ...). Lily, you do you and tell the story your way. Us readers will bitch and moan when our MPL weekly fix isn’t fully satiated but we will come back the following week to read more.

Marie-Sophie Villeneuve

More romance between the leads and maybe side characters could be super nice. Ooooooh and some backstories too..

Nurse Jackie

I live for the romance!! Tora’s story really resonates with me and I want him to be loved so any extra romance/love you can throw his way I’m all for it!! And Poppy is the sweetest human ever and after her shit ex I want her to see how she deserves to be treated too!!!

TexasTARDIS

Personally, I think I would like to see what your amazing brain cooked up! So far my coins can't keep up!

Lacey Blankenship

I think it strikes a good balance as it is. Yes, it's primarily a romance and we all love those parts, but I think the rest of it -- the mafia stuff, the back stories, the intrigue -- those are what make the story feel fuller and more real. Too much romance without plot just feels empty and fluffy. (MPL is nowhere near that, but I've seen it in other stories.) Looking forward to see what you have in store for us. ❤️

Lauren

I anxiously await every episode and it always satisfies, but the rest of the week I re-read the episode over and over and I feel like a little kid banging my silverware on the table going “Poppy and Tora sittin in a tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G”

Victoriaaatoons

Lily I absolutely love MPL the way it is. Your creative writing and art are the reason we’re all here 💕 Obviously we all love/enjoy the gushy lovey dovey scenes, but I trust you in your decision making process to lead us through the story you’ve crafted in your mind. One thing I love about the way you tell this story is that there is so much mystery and all answers aren’t directly prescribed, meaning a lot is open to interpretation where we can find meaning through our own experiences. Hence the wonderful discussions we have here each week. Please continue to tell us the story the way you envisioned. I totally agree with @Lacey’s comment above too!! ^^

Kimberly Miller

I need more votes!!! I love the story but would like a little more romance and mystery!! Still totally love the story and will keep reading regardless!!!

Michelle Thomas

I want more of all of it! 🤣 I do spend

Jenise

I would pay a premium for more romance and mystery. 🥺 Lily name your price

Angeline

I want the story as you would like to tell it, Lilydusk. As a writer, I hate telling others what to do with their writing. I know you will still do it the way that you want, but I genuinely think you are doing an amazing job with everything already. Also, a lot of this depends on how long the story is going to be. Personally, I enjoy that this story isn’t ONLY a romance plot. Other romance webtoons annoy me after a while because it clearly drags out the story as long as possible. What I enjoy about MPL is that there is an actual plot outside of the relationship between Poppy and Tora—we see their development AND the development of the world around them, which I think is very masterfully done on your part. So I hope you see this Lilydusk, and I really hope this helps!

Danielle Wilder

Lilly, your mind is POWERFUL and I am here for whatever ride you have in mind (feel free to interpret that however you wish 🥴)

Alice

Love the story, the art is spectacular, and appreciate Lily’s interest in gauging what resonates with her audience. It’s so generous of her as a creator to even solicit feedback in this way. I think the story strikes a good balance and has moved relatively quickly into the romance between the leads (which I so appreciate- I don’t love the stories that “will they or won’t they” for years) . That said if Lily wants to linger a little more on the romance, share more sweet moments in their growing relationship, or spend some time on side characters’ relationships, I wouldn’t complain! 😂

NurseLaura

I am a sponge, I will happily absorb whatever you gift us. 😂 It's only Monday and all ready I'm having MPL withdrawal 😫 Can't wait til Friday.

Capricarma

Its hard to choose! But I am leaning towards everything is fine as is.

Capricarma

I think its fine as is. You can thrust 2 characters together with out some back story, trials and tribulations. Its why the NSFW is for lol. I love seeing Tora and Poppy's relationship grow, but also see their daily troubles, interactions and victories. Makes the tender moments between them more interesting. Lily, you have amazing story telling abilities. I love the interactions and relationships outside of the Tora/Poppy circle. Its give the story some depth.

August Abrams

This series is amazing and I love so much about it! It was really hard for me to pick here, and I voted for the crime thing, though I will admit I'm not up to date by a long shot (even when you exclude fast passes). For me it's more like, I don't necessarily need *more* of it per se, it's just that the crime side is Tora's side of things, and I also wanna keep seeing his life and don't want to *lose* that content, since the backdrop of the mafia/crime was part of what drew me to read this series in the first place. That said, I love this series and I'm sure that you wouldn't have advertised the crime backdrop of this story if it was going to suddenly drop off, especially considering how important it is to Tora's character. Thank you for all the hard work you are doing by providing us this story, I'm never let down when I have a minute to read the content (official story or patreon exclusive).

Sarah Rowan

I got into webcomics via LO so I'm infinitely patient 😆

Sarah

I mean, it's fine as it is, but I won't say no to more romance! ;)

Gryneyz

I am all about the romance😍 but I love the way the story is unfolding Lily! Do I want to see more romance? YES! because let's face it... Tora is my dream man🤤 but I like that you give us just enough... It keeps us wanting more😃 Plus, that's the perks of being a patreon, we get the NSFW content to satisfy our thirst😄 And yes I would love to know more about their back story but there again... You give us these glimpses and it's like another mystery within the story🧐 you keep us engaged and our brains working. In the end I know that it will all come together beautifully written and then we'll see whether or not our theories were right🤔 I vote, do whatever the hell you want! I'm here to enjoy the ride😎

Secret Weapon

I love the story and romance for sure, but I want to know so much! What happened between Gyu, Tora, and Quincey? What happened to Joseph Pokerbaby Alice? How do Tora and Lane know each other? I have so many questions about characters' backstories. I can't wait till they are revealed.

Tori

I love everything about MPL! I would like to see more of the hang side and character backgrounds. However, I've truly enjoyed how you give a little bit here and a little bit there. It keeps me hooked!

Tashi

Honestly, MPL is so good, I want more of everything. 😁

Adriana Murillo

Does Poppy even realize how much she likes Tora? I would like to see her expressing her feelings towards Tora some more.

ObstinateHeadstrongGirl

I haven’t voted yet because I can’t decide which option really fits my opinion best. I don’t really want to see “more of anything” per se; I mostly want to see the crime parts wrapped up within the story however it unfolds. Like, yes I’m also here for the romance and obviously take my literal coins girl, you’re GOING to get them lol, but I really want to know what happened to Goliath (does he still have that bomb ass blue hair?) and how the notebook comes into play before it all ends.

Katy Bear

I'm honestly fine with the story as it is, but I will never turn down the opportunity to see more romance! 💜

romanycreams

I'm here for the romance! I LOVE how romance is portrayed in MPL. Its very grounded, relatable, and realistic, but at the same time, incredibly pure! I would love for Tora and Poppy to build on their relationship (doesn't have to be a relationship per se, it could be anything they choose). A ton of webcomics and manga I've read tend to focus only on the initial attraction between the main guy and girl, and sure there's chemistry, but that's basically about it. There's no development in romance. The few mangas that do kinda "develop" the romance, it does so in such a superficial way (e.g. through jealousy). But Tora and Poppy's romance so far has been developed so brilliantly--it much more than the initial attraction and chemistry between them. Both of them take huge risks into being open and vulnerable and intimate with each other (rooftop scene, Regina's peak, Tora's apartment). This speaks volumes because both Tora and Poppy are such guarded personalities who rarely open up (atleast to this extent) to their own best friends. I would definitely love more moments like this!! Also, as a single woman, I want to vicariously live through Poppy and experience the romance 🤣🤣🤣

Shakara

So I did say I want more romance.😈 I enjoy reading romance novels and I've enjoyed seeing your comic series. I SERIOUSLY believe me being a NSFW Patreon, has made me spoiled. There are times that I would like for MPL too be more spicy, or racy because I've invested in the main characters and would like to see them romantically involved. (FYI I'm an impatient person lol). Thus far I have enjoyed the build up of their relationship, I love the push and pull of it. Regarding the mystery, crime comments, I thought right now the focus is Tora and Poppy' relationship and then possibly later when their relationship has evolved the troubles of his occupation slowly bleeds in. I don't know if that's your direction its just my thoughts as I've read this series. I ❤ what you do and what you have created is inspiring. You are AWESOME! P.S. I'm not a mouthy teenager, middle aged mom who indulges in her guilty pleasures hahaha 😜

Alexandra

I absolutely love the story so far. I think it's good to have romantic tension between Tora and Poppy because it keeps the story interesting. But I feel like a little more flirting and/or romantic conversations between them would be nice.

larosamorada

So basically, you're serving us a 5 star three course meal and now you're asking me what I want for dessert. 😍😍 Lawdy, Lily, you are too good to us! 🥰🥰 I absolutely love your storytelling methods (and I know I may be a bit in the minority when I ask for this), but I especially love the way you incorporate backstory. You know more than most how I love the mechanics of the mind and behavior, and that includes a character's backstory. I want to know their motivations, what drives them to be a better person (in Tora, Gyu, and Quincey's cases), as well as their emotional growth/development (in Poppy's & Tora's cases). So I will eat that up like chocolate cake if you give me more! 😋😋 😍😍 I love me some romance (and I'm definitely here for more!), but I've always needed romance with meat on the bone, so to speak. I think an incorporated flashback here and there would continue to be the perfect way to add that bit of meat I'm craving (and yes, my brain is definitely in the gutter on that one! 😈😈). And while I love hearing the characters' internal dialogue, I also don't want to be spoon fed too much. I love the detective work of exploring body language and facial expressions...but I also recognize that not everyone has my professional background, so I may be in the minority here as well. And while I'm asking for the unicorn 🦄 and accepting the puppy 🐕, I would be over the moon if there were more connections/allusions to Ulaan and Yuwa. Those little Easter eggs during the Regina's Peak episodes gave me all kinds of butterflies and I loved seeing the parallels in the relationships. 🥰🥰 At the end of the day though, I will devour whatever you bless us with. I have never been disappointed in a single episode...and I'm not just saying that. I have never been this emotionally invested in a story, since ever. So know that you're doing a LOT right. 🥰🥰

Rachel Luehr

I love that you’re asking for feedback, but know that whatever direction you take the story- I’ll be there for it! Your readers adore you Lils!

Alex Blake

I honestly love the pace of MPL as it is right now. With any good story, it's the anticipation of what's coming next that makes me wanna keep reading, not the predictable outcomes. Therefore keep doing what you're doing cause I've been with you since the OG beginning of MPL and I'm not going anywhere!!!

Tori Hopps

Hey hey hey another not-a-teenager here (same age as Tora, where are my 90s babies at?)! Yah, I voted for all but I’m greedy. I think the back stories and gang information would be really special if it was revealed through the romance vein. Like Tora’s and Poppy’s backstories come to light as they speak with each other/get to know each other. But that’s just me. Will happily eat anything you serve without complaint, Lily. I’m just happy to be here and think it’s so cool that you’re even curious enough to ask!

Avy

I voted for: I'd like to see more of the mystery, crime and gang stuff. This is due to it that I appreciate to read your story. The way you treat the topic (gang stuff, crime) is clearly unrealistic nevertheless this is not a documentary on yakuza we are expecting anyway, but this an import piece of the story that avoids to make it namby-pamby as many romance story in my opinion.

Stephanie P.

As much as I’d love to say “more romance!” or “more gang stuff!” I assume that Lily has it all covered and we just need to be patient. MPL is my favorite WEBTOON and I love it for what it is. ✌🏻

Heidi

So not a teenager 🤣🤣 Any other 80s babies?

lindsey arguelles

I’m fine with keeping the romance on Patreon. I pay for it, she does an outstanding job, and I love it; Lily can take her characters and have them do out-of-character things on this platform. @lilydusk - Keep MPL as pure as you imagine it. I am on the edge of my seat wanting to know more about this storyline you created. I adore it. Filler episodes are a necessary evil and I will love them too, I probably just won’t take my time with them like I do the main plot episodes. 😅 I crave more of your imagination ♥️

Amy Crumbaugh

Honestly, all of the above. I love all the elements of this story, but I’ll never say no to more *kissu*

Chanpreet

I wish there as a way to click two boxes, more mafia and romance. I feel like both are integral parts to Poppy and Tora's lives, both together and apart.

SamtheCEexplorer

I enjoy the romance, but there is a missing black book that Poppy may or may not still have.

Ailsa Lillywhite

I think you've found a nice ratio of story elements and I never feel like one area is neglected versus others, but I voted for the first option just because of how frequently I want good things for side characters as well. And romance is good things <3

overtheraebow

Emphasis on “between the two leads” 👀. But in all seriousness I do love the balance between romance and other story line stuff

Jessica

I’m here for the romance but there are so many questions I want answered. 1. What did Gil do with the notebook 2. Where is Poppy’s mom? Does she have an underworld connection? 3. How did Quincey get that scar on his eye. 4. The significance of the hair pin?

Lisa

I love the story as is but what got me hooked and kept me reading were the interactions and banter between Tora and Poppy and the exquisite artwork.

Caitie

Always more romance! Your story and art are fabulous as is, but I would still love to see even more connection and interactions with Tora and Poppy. I’ll happily wait for it to come as you wrote it, though :)

redgalileo

I really trust Lily to get me the romance. It's so clear how much she loves the leads. But I love the glimpses into the gang stuff and the tension it puts into Tora's life--the danger he navigates, the ways he is a leader, the violence he is SO good at, and what he wishes for instead. Plus you know that even Quincy has a side that's cold as ice from growing up in that world. That internal conflict is so juicy to me, so I love the unfolding gang story.

Wolfgirl

Romance please!

Sarah O

I think you are doing a great job unfolding it all just the way you've been telling it. As soon as I get swept up in the romance between the main characters, you remind us that there is this very intricate and fascinating plot line with their back stories and definitely the mafia storyline.

Juana Centeno

I’m down for romance but I can go for gang gang stuff lol 😅 I kinda want to know how and why Torá is the mafia. And also our boy Quincy

Shannon Stone

I live for my Pops-Tora moments, but I think it's because of the mafia/innocence contrast of them. Ugh they're just so perfect I think I've read the story 20 times now

Mackgurl2020

I just live for the romance between Tora and Poppy! Def interested in seeing Tora fall in love... and wanting to keep Poppy safe. And them trying to figure out how to be together. Def interested in what happened to Poppy’s mom...

ReadinGameAddict

I will always go for more romance but I am curious about a few things and anxious about others. What about the notebook, how will Poppy accept the fact that Tora is the top enforcer for the Balthuman's, how do Quincey and his father interact, how did Quincey get that scar, what about Goliath, what's the deal with Poppy's hairpin? I have a few more questions but those are the main ones right now. These are very heavy topics and I'm a sucker for a happy ending so the romance and interactions between the leads and side characters really help my anxiety! And the art is just so good :D

Marina

I definitely want to see Tora and Poppy's romance. I love how you are slowly building that relation. however I really want to see another steamy and fluff filled moment!

Jagura

Can there be an All of the Above answer?

Makaila Oliverson

Girlllllllll you know we’re all here for the secret garden 😉😉😉😉

Hannah_Wills

I would love to see more romance, but I hope you know how much we all appreciate your story telling and everything leading up to this point has been very important for the characters and their story. As much as I want/love romance, I also would love to see more background of Tora and Poppy 💕

Elizabeth

I love it as is but I will never say more to romance 🥰

Wanders Through Books

More love between Poppy and Tora and maybe more about Tora in the gang, but honestly, I'm not upset with how any of the story is going. I love it!!

Katie Sparks

Loving the love story! ❤️

Melozi

I love the story as is. Things don't feel too fluffy to me since so far each episode seems to sprinkle in some pinch of back story or storyline or romance. The only thing I can ask for is to see Poppy confront her ex and then Tora kick his ass. A girl can dream.

Rdpz24

I really think Lily knows we all crave the romance between Tora and Poppy!! As well as knows we all love EVERYTHING about MPL... like she said, she posted the poll but is going to keep on track with her story... so really she is just Extra confirming we are all obsessed with Tora and Poppys relationship! Lol.

Spare Time Savvy Nerd

I LOVE your stance on a former cog in the corporate machine and no longer wanting to take orders from others. That is how you grab life and live it to the fullest. Not a hamster in a wheel. Good money, good insurance, maybe. But to own your own time, there's nothing like it. So let me just applaud you 👏👏👏. Now I said romance and more gang mystery because I'd like the see the two interwoven, however I also have a feeling its going to get there at some point anyway. Love this story! 🥰

Gift Vermillion

I need more Cordelia and Quincey. Like badly.

Christina Rush

I love all of it! The mystery gang stuff is interesting and I definitely want to see where that’s going. But I think I speak for the majority when I saw we CANT GET ENOUGH OF THE ROMANTIC DEVELOPMENT! 😍 Also seeing Tora start to open up to “Bobby” is fantastic & made all the more poignant by seeing the hard world he lives in. And seeing Poppy genuinely let go of her own pain, come into her own & show her strength makes those romance moments even more interesting. I like that I can reread older chapters & see how they grow & influence each other... I absolutely love this!

Katelar

I’m glad I was able to pick two! Lol I wanna see more romance from the leads and even the side characters but I would looove to see backstories too

Claudia Morel

I voted for more romance, because I am very romantic (almost corny), but I must admit that I love the story as it is. I like how you surprise us every week with each chapter. I love the way it is.

Sara H

Romance romance romance romance romance! ❤ Is there such a thing as too much romance??? 😂 I do love all of it, especially because it's all interconnected. I love Lily's storytelling!!

Mishmonster

I voted for romance because I love those two together. But I like knowing their backstory and like the supporting characters and want to know what's going on with them.... Basically, I want more of everything! However knowing that Lilydusk only has so many hours in the day, my greed for canon sexy times outweighs everything else. 💋

TrasheePandaa

I’m always on board for more romance! I’d also love to see more of Quincey and maybe his romance! Being one of the three on the cover of this thing, I’d like to see him more!

GreenEyedLady

More romance! 🤭😍 But I'm also interested in the main characters' backstories 👍

Allie Kelly

I want poppy and Tora romance but I love the whole thing. I like that we see a little Quincy flirting. I wouldn’t mind seeing the side character having a little love too. You have set such a good story it’s like a action romance kinda situation. Kinda like that movie Knight and Day I think it’s called. We want to know what’s going on with the gangs and black book but the romance is also important. I’m saying Lily hits al the plot points for me. I ramble and may not make sense at this point

eleawie91

I’ve been wanting more romance since Tora and Poppy kissed at his house but I do understand there is also a whole storyline to get to and they are still trying to vibe.

Brittney Cruz

I'm glad this poll won't dictate how the story will go because I love all aspects of MPL and I love reading all aspects mentioned above. However, I do really love the romance scenes and want to get to learn more about the back stories.

Gracileuda Silva

I love romance! And this story is unlike any I've ever read, so I'm in love with it. All the characters are amazing, each with their own strong personality. Thank you so much Lily. Keep up the great work. ☺️

Sarah T

I’m just enjoying the ride however you decide to tell it. 🕶🍿🥰

Rissa

Okay but honestly your story is close to perfect. Pacing, storyline, character growth. And your NSFW shorts above and beyond. You are kicking butt.

Blackswan

I think the story is fine as it is but time to time romantic chapters isn’t bad but just a little because the story is so good 😍

Tracy

I’d love to see more romance, but I also know I get the romance on the patreon site too😜

Lydia Pan

Never enough romance for me!! The reason I’m so hooked on this story is because of the dynamics between poppy and toes , I absolutely adore them

Gracie Bou

If I were to say too much fuller (but I wouldn’t for this!) I would mean too much stuff other than poppy and Tora. Haha. They’re the plot to me

Brigitte Martinez

I would love to see more Tora and Poppy loving 🥰

Natalie Ortiz

I actually like where the story is at, I feel like I forget the mystery gang setting, which is why I voted there, but honestly the PoppyxTora love is so strong 🥰 I could live just off of them 😜

Erica Vanesa

I would loveee some more romance 🙂❤️

Jasmine

I'm here for Poppy and Tora love first and foremost, but would also like to see back story (especially Tora's!).

Kate Handy

I love this story and the characters and that’s all you boo! Stay true to your creative vision because nobody else has done anything like this and that’s why we all love it. If the people in the comments had the better ideas they would have super successful WEBTOONS...

Mari

Ok so im just gonna throw this out there. Eredene and damien. They look cute together. Also i wanna know about more gang stuff. Im still stuck on who and where the hell is goliath!? But more cutesy/saucy moments between poppy and tora

Jamie LaMoreaux

I'm DYING to know what happened between Quincey, Gyru, and Tora? what was so earthshattering that it brings them all to tears? what happened to Goliath? is he in a witness protection plan, part of a police sting operation, dead, escaped the mafia and livin' with a sweetheart? I wanna know!!!!

Amyzades

I'd like to see more of the mystery and their backstories too, but I like the romance as well. I'm not the ones claiming "filler", but sometimes, although I understand its a love story, I think it's TOO MUCH just the "love"... I think, in my humble opinion and not meaning to upset anyone, It could be more equilibrate in all parts. That's it: sometimes I think it's unbalanced. Noting too much is too good.

Amyzades

I think I was more intense towards the story when there were all that "danger" around the couple. That thing like "they wanna be together, despite all the world trying to put them apart", you know? I get it: I need more angst. It's too cute, too fluffy. I guess it's it. Even the "love story" is kinda very slow pace (wich I like, but it's very slow)... I love it and I will continue till the end of it, but I confess my feeling is not the same anymore. And I'm saying that not to offend or anything, but since you're making a poll, you want to see the "temperature", right? And I think I would do no good just saying everything is wonderful and I love you and the story, and everything else... I just don't even remember the details of the mystery anymore... There's a CD, there's this guy Goliath, there's the guy who bumped into Poppy in the very beggining, at the police station, that seemed suspicious, there's the madam police sheriff, she was presented like a woman with kids and all, but not another word for her, there's the scene when it seems Tora was overdue by the police and maybe he's working with them, but nothing, either... There's the boss, there's this picture of a young Tora that supposed to have Goliath on it (???) but we don't know, there's Grandma and her son, who gave Tora the ring and bracelet, but what happened to him??? There are so many wonderful plots and characters, but it's all forgotten behind Tora and Poppy little chats... There's the annoying ex-boyfriend, that I really wanted to see interacting in a bad way (not fighting, or anything) with Tora... I miss this "curiosity for the next episode". This anxiety to have one more piece of the puzzle. And, taking all the clues you gave us at the beginning, I even don't know if you, yourself, started this story so invested in the romance...

Lauren Hoover

Ooohhh yes girl! I love your comic! * chef kiss* but I would LOVE to see more special moments between Tora and Poppylan

Fallow

I'd love to see more of Quincey's role in the Organization and his feelings about that. And how he got that scar! And I'd also love to know why you chose the icons for their caller IDs-like how Tora has that cute dancing avocado for Poppy. And i think one for Quincey is Tom from Tom & Jerry? I bet there are cute reasons behind that.

Maria

I want to literally see EVERYTHING, but I know everything will happen in its own time 😊 I’m just excited to see what happens next ❤️

Melissa Yuan

I’d love to see more of the mafia world! But let’s be real, I’m such a sucker for Tora and Bobby’s back and forth banter... ❤️

LisaPetey

I’m torn between more romance or more backstories.. I feel like the backstories make the romance even better.. but I’m great with it just the way it is, it’s a great balance, honestly!

Cosmic Cutie Crafts

If you're going to just do whatever you were going to anyway, then this poll is kind of irrelevant? I love the story, sure it seems like a slow burn but thats only because its not finished yet. Maybe that's were the complaints stem from? No hate please just my 2 💰

Veronica Rose Williamson

I honestly wouldn't change anything! I like that we got a lot of the pieces of a mystery in the beginning, and now I feel like the focus has been put on the relationship building between Poppy and Tora. It feels natural. I think it would've been too one-dimensional if we were given the clues and then the mystery solved sooner. I like the build-up, it's a complex situation. And now the focus is on the relationship.

Jamie Dubiak

All of it, yes, yes. I love this world you've created and want to know everything!

Veronica Rose Williamson

I want the story to continue in the romancy direction so that Poppy and Tora become a couple. I believe that if they do not consummate the relationship in the next couple episodes, or if the relationship takes a step back, the relationship wouldn't realistically happen. There's only so much angsty back-and-forth that can happen before someone get's hurt. I can imagine that Poppy will come to think that Tora is a player and not truly interested in her if he doesn't solidify something. And if Poppy doesn't open up and share her feelings for Tora then he will shut back up into a clam shell. They are both attracted to each other and the chemistry between them has been brewing for a few weeks in Midnight Poppyland. I feel (hope) that we will see them officially become a couple, and after that milestone is reached the focus will return to the mystery/gang storyline.

Veronica Rose Williamson

I'm picturing Poppy and Tora solving the mystery together! Wouldn't that be cute for them to team up on finding clues and working together?

Stella K

Pretty much like what most people said, I really love the story as it is so far because you own it and put your heart and soul in it. We can feel that as readers! I am sooo excited for what is yet to unfold. You are great at foreshadowing elements and there are lots of little hints here and there that I missed initially but picked up during my rereads. You are extremely talented, Ms. Lily! As my two cents, I'll say I do love romance. So obviously I look forward to Tora and Poppy intimate and vulnerable moments, as well as the cute and funny interactions. However, generally I enjoy any good story of substance regardless of genre. This whole story is so darn intriguing that I want to know all the scoop on Narin and the dirty little secrets hehe. I will admit I like the slow burn because it leaves me wanting more. I'm so glad that you also indulge us with secret garden because those are such wonderful treats 😍😍 I have reread the balcony, rooftop, Regina's Peak, and Tora's kitchen scenes soo many times when I craved that romance. Very much looking forward to seeing how their relationship develops 😁 ever since the first episode I have been blown away by how much emotion you are able to elicit from your story through the art, words, and composition. For us as readers we've been following for months, but MPL operates on a different clock 😉 Something really important for a lot of people to realize is in a span of less than a month, Poppy got out of a toxic relationship and met Tora. Let that sink in a bit before urging them together NOW or saying their relationship is dragging. Like just try to imagine your friend coming to you telling you she got into a new relationship less than a month after her toxic break up. Chances are you'll want to look out for her well being and hope she will heal before getting into something new. Although there are a lot of unanswered questions, I trust they will be answered and am here to patiently wait for those elements to be revealed 😁 In telling stories with so many details and plot twists, you can't go at everything at once. Everyone will want something, but really the way you've been telling it is very clear and we are getting a good understanding of Tora and Poppy's relationship blooming. I have a feeling soon we will get submerged into deep mafia world stuff. At the (eventual 😭) end of the story, when everyone goes to reread MPL a million times, they will realize that the pace was perfectly fine 🙂 I'm glad this patreon community is filled with so much love! You are respectful and caring, so *high five* to you all! This is long, but I'm just here soul suffering on election night and finding ways to distract myself from refreshing the results haha

Nicole Angst

The fact that you are so involved with your fans and followers is out of this world! Thank you for creating such a beautiful world for us to explore with you. It’s a wild one and we can’t get enough! Thank you for even giving a fart about what we’d want to see more of! MPL is so well rounded that it’s almost greedy to ask for anything more! 🤪 Anything is extra is a treat! You keep all us famished horn dogs at ease with The Secret Garden and your updates. No doubt we have the utter most trust in where you’re taking us, and I’m just happy to be hitching a ride! Obligatory thirst comment: I want to use Tora’s face as a seat. Zaddy please ruin my life. #wetfloorsign

Taylor Thompson

Honestly I think you’re doing awesome with the flow of everything in your story but I am ALWAYS down for more romance! I like how you’re handling it too. They obviously like each other and are open to one another already and you play their romance for one another in a very mature way despite Poppy being on the more innocent side. You haven’t made her too innocent or naive which a lot of other comics do and can be irritating with adult characters. You’re awesome, your story is awesome and it’s my favorite.

Blissrunaway1586

So honestly I think you are doing an amazing job as it is. Do we want to see more romance between the leads? Of course! But the way you have set it up and are having them interact is spot on with how I imagine they would interact and slowly become closer throughout the series. I think you are doing a wonderful job!!🥰🥰

Closet Artist

I’m here for whatever you want to give me lol. I think the story is great as is but hey, who wouldn’t want more romance interactions (or awkward attempts if you will lol). But hey that’s why I’m here and pay for the juice extras. Lol this is by far one of my favorite WEBTOONs so I’ll come running no matter what lol

Molly

Truthfully, I love the story and trust you to make the best version of it possible. Would I like more hanky-panky between the leads? Always and forever. But I have Patreon to tide me over. 😂🤤

Sammie Pittman

you’re amazing for creating polls like this! I know I should want me mystery and gang stuff but tora and poppy are too cute together

PBz

I’m always down for more romance but I also like your pace and world building, thank you for asking our opinion author!

Angelica

I just got charged $5 for November and its saying I need to pay membershop again. This happened all the time. I just canceled my membership so I stop getting charged and I can't see and post. I just paid a few says ago

Grey

Hmm I’m not seeing an option for all of the above cause they all sound good 😍

Sophia L.

More romance, spooning leads to forking and that’s why I come here lol

Sara

Hope you are having a good week!

Malorie

I enjoy the romance but I wanna know more about the secrets between Tora and his past clan stuff.

Carmen Rodriguez Martinez

I really think the story combines the perfect balance of romance, mystery, background of main and other characters and everything. That's what I love the most ❤️❤️❤️

S

I can’t get enough of these two so yes to all of the above. Your precious hands could not keep up with me. If every episode was 3x longer, I still would want more. But dear author, your hands and sanity are precious and I am thankful. But yes to more everything (especially romance and mystery).

Lolo

I wanna see more of Quincy's Romances too ♡♡♡

julia sanchez

I will take all the Quincy you are willing to give me (it'll never be enough). I would like to see more progress on the big mystery... sometimes I forget that's a thing.

Kiara Brown

No sneak peak, so no fast pass this week?

Jessica Louw

Is it odd that I’m obsessed with the fate of Tora’s sweatshirt? Just me?? Ok...

Libby

I want it all!❤️

Sapphire

I think the only reason the story might feel slow to some people is because Lily employs the “show, don’t tell” rule. She spends time to show us how characters are feeling rather than tell us.

Lisha Pearson

I like it the way it is but love the romance of poppy and tora. And the oh my goodness laugh out loud moments like “he’s not a piece of meat!” 😂

patience

The romance is there and it is hot but I am itching for some drama!

Laike

I’m waiting for the moment they like both realize they like each other like officially...but I feel like when they do something will go wrong! (Also Ive wondered what Tora would do if he met Poppy’s first d bag and what he’d do to him.)

Prince Rachel

I would like to find out about the notebook

AstrTheSheHulk

I love seeing your polls on patron for suggestions. It's definitely amazing as is, not that having more of all the things would ever be a bad thing. You already work so hard for us don't push yourself. As a fellow artist I know you have them already planned out, just getting there with how excitement and timing can be and not rushing the story just to get there already. Little moments ,wich you are great at , are so important. Also remembering to take care of yourself and your precious hands. This story is a beautiful one and as a fan, an impatient one at that, I know no matter what you decide for however long we wait(please don't push yourself), you could not possibly let us down, even if you tried. <3

Malorie

I’d like to know the back story on what Tora and Gyu spoke of in the locker room when they both cried. I love some good history.

Noshoutouts

I kinda want to see what it is about Tora that makes everyone that knows him call him ‘weird.’ And I kinda want to see his skateboarding skills if he still has them. And on the other side of that, I want to see more of that fierce Queen Poppy tries to keep under wraps.

Noshoutouts

Also, since it’s not letting me edit, I would love to see Tora’s skateboarding skills, if he still has any.

Chai

Going to sound like a crazy person here, but he’s lived in such a hostile environment, I’m hoping eventually, he’ll break and do something like he did with the pool stick to that guy at a bar... but in front of Poppy. I’m a sucker for conflict and to have Poppy observe that kind of behavior from him in person would lead to some deep reflection. She saw a piece of it at dinner when he stabbed the steak, but can she accept the full blown tendencies for violence? That would be epic.

Israel P

Honestly all of the above hehehe

Yazmine

After reading the most recent chapters I really want to see Poppy interact with more side characters like Gyu, Damien, and Brian. They’re really growing on me🥺

Lisa Rora

I say leave it as is. You explore every aspect mentioned and I am always wanting more every week. Im so glad to have found your work!

Mermaidluvly

I wanna see romance between tora and poppy and with erdene and damien 💗

Yvonne padilla

Is there an “all of the above” option 🤣 genuinely just love the story as is but I’d like to see more of everything

Chelsea Bisram

I love your story telling methods. You are very good at pulling readers into the story. Going back and rereading episodes I always find new things either in the background or in dialog that adds to the story when you go back and read it

Carolyn

I definitely want to see more romance but I believe romance needs a good something-else to move it along, and that something-else should be something non-romance related, like more crime/gang stuff or more backstory, or all 3!