The series is complete with 18 tankōbon volumes.

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Whether you are revisiting the series for the nostalgia or analyzing the architectural peaks of shojo manga pacing, Chapter 72 remains a masterclass in how to execute a romantic payoff that feels entirely earned, heartbreaking, and deeply satisfying all at once.

Suki desu Suzuki-kun Chapter: 72 Focus: The Fracture in the Golden Pair

The supportive, athletic childhood friend who harbors a painful, unrequited love for Hikaru while attracting Shinobu. Key Plot Developments in Chapter 72

The series concluded in 2012. Its final chapter, chapter 95 (volume 18), brought the story to an end. However, the series has seen a resurgence in popularity recently. In April 2026, Shogakukan held a 72-hour free campaign for the entire series (excluding the final volume), marking the first time the complete run has been available for free in nearly a decade. The series has also been available on platforms like , BookWalker , and Amazon Japan (Kindle) in recent years.

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It was originally serialized in Sho-Comi starting in 2008 and concluded its run around 2012.