【BL Manga】 A Salaryman’s “To-Do List Before 40” Gets Discovered by His Junior, Leading to an Unexpected Connection......! 40 Made ni Shitai 10 no Koto!

A middle-aged boss who has been away from romance for over ten years. He has already given up on love, and before he knows it, his 40th birthday is just three months away. In his secretly written “To-Do List Before 40,” he has listed adorable wishes like “Takoyaki party,” “Eat a parfait,” and “Spend my birthday with a lover.”

However, of all people, his list is discovered by his handsome junior colleague, Keishi-kun, who is ten years younger! To make matters worse, Keishi-kun insists, “Let's do it together!” and drags him into completing the list. At first, he is bewildered, but as they go through the list, his daily life starts to change. Gradually, the distance between them narrows. What will happen to their unexpected, almost-but-not-quite romantic relationship......!?

The biggest charm of this work is undoubtedly the protagonist’s “awkward cuteness” as a middle-aged boss. Despite having given up on love, his secretly written dream list is irresistibly adorable. The one who cherishes him is none other than the ultimate handsome younger colleague, Keishi-kun. Not only is he visually stunning, but his perfect balance of persistence and kindness makes you think, “I want a younger boyfriend like this!” Moreover, the facial expressions drawn by Mamita-sensei are simply outstanding. Especially Keishi-kun’s visuals—among the many BL works out there, his level of attractiveness is truly top-tier. He’s so handsome that it’s pure eye candy......!

Overall, the story is not too serious but rather a lighthearted BL work, making it easy to read. That being said, the gradual shift in their relationship is well-developed, drawing readers into the story.

“Love that starts with curiosity” and “Love that has been harbored for a long time”—both types of love are packed into this story, making readers yearn for romance. The ending feels so realistic that it leaves a lingering impression, as if it could happen in real life. This is a must-read for those who think, “Love in your 40s? Impossible......” Age has nothing to do with falling in love, and a “To-Do List” might just change your life.