Chainsaw Man 119: The Beginning of a Romantic Arc?
The Pair's Tense Conversation
In Chapter 119, Denji and Asa settle down to watch TV together after a conversation that ends on an uneasy note. Asa declares that they are only watching the movie to kill Chainsaw Man and then abruptly leaves.
Similarities to Aki and Power
Asa's initial hostility towards Denji follows a pattern seen with Aki and Power. Despite their initial differences, these characters eventually grew closer. It is likely that the same will happen between Asa and Denji.
Asa's Plan
Asa's plan to kill Denji is a callback to the plot of Part 1, where Makima manipulated Denji and others to serve her own agenda. However, it remains to be seen whether Asa's plan will succeed.
Denji's Feelings Confirmed
Chapter 149 confirms Denji's growing feelings for Asa. Despite his initial attraction to Makima, Denji seems to be genuinely interested in getting to know Asa better.
Asa's Motivation
Asa's desire to save Chainsaw Man while also killing him is a complex and conflicting one. It suggests that she may not be entirely in control of her own actions, or that she is torn between her feelings for Denji and her mission to eliminate him.
The Movie Marathon
In Chapter 118, Denji invites Asa on a movie marathon, reminiscent of his iconic date with Makima in Part 1. This suggests that Denji may be seeking a genuine connection with Asa, rather than just a physical relationship.
Haruka's Revelation
In the hallway, Asa learns from Haruka that Chainsaw Man's true identity is still unknown. This raises the question of whether Asa's plan to kill Denji is misguided, or if she is being manipulated by others.
The Fridge Rule
Denji's second rule, not to open the fridge, has yet to be fully explained. However, it could foreshadow a dark secret that Denji is hiding, or a connection to Asa's own past trauma.
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