Chapter 028 (Beastars)

The Brilliance of Emotions (その感情、極彩色) is Chapter 28 of the manga Beastars written and illustrated by Paru Itagaki, published in the Weekly Shōnen Champion of the Akita Shoten publishing house.

Synopsis
Jack, Legoshi's roommate and childhood friend, finds himself completely troubled and disoriented when he finds Legoshi's rabbit porn magazine, fearing that he has become a kind of pervert. Jack tries to ask him subtly, comparing his taste for bugs with rabbits, exalted Legoshi pounces on Jack and Jack explains how he found the magazine and promises not to tell anyone. Legoshi full of shame ends up explaining to Jack his situation with Haru. Legoshi ponders if his feelings are romantic or predatory instincts, remembering the words of that panda. Jack apologizes and Legoshi tells him he is fine and declares that he is not in love with Haru, forcing himself to smile.

Later, in the preparations for the Meteor Festival, Legoshi convincing himself to stay away from Haru meets her and asks him for help with the gardening club. Legoshi refuses, saying he is busy with the activities of his own club. Haru understands and leaves, after walking away, Legoshi notices Louis who is heading towards Haru and sees how he caresses her affectionately. Legoshi surprised realizes the true relationship of Louis and Haru, full of anger Legoshi assures himself of being in love with Haru.

Characters

 * Jack
 * Legoshi
 * Kai
 * Haru
 * Louis

Important Events

 * Legoshi tells Jack about his relationship with Haru.
 * Legoshi convinces himself that he is in love with Haru.
 * The scene of Legoshi declaring to be in love with Haru is one of the most popular in the manga.
 * Legoshi was willing to walk away from Haru until he saw that Louis could have a romantic relationship with her.