Blindness

Fukaya Yuto (17), lives as an omega in hiding. As such, Yuto acts as a caretaker for the beautiful blind alpha, Kunishiro Aoi (19). Although wishing to be a free man, Yuto cannot help the deep attraction he feels towards Aoi. Even as it is, he wishes to stay by his side as a mere servant, but the desire to be Aoi’s『mate』is instinctual. Approaching soon is Aoi’s 20th birthday, and the discussion of eye surgery is raised. At this time, Aoi’s older brother, Ren (25), in preparation for Aoi’s debut in high society, begins his search for the perfect omega…

Original Publisher

alphapolis

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Blindness Okay, let's dive into "Blindness," the omegaverse novel that's been making the rounds. I went in with an open mind, ready to be swept away by some romance, and overall, I wasn't disappointed. It's definitely a comfort read, something you pick up when you want a fluffy escape. ### First Impressions Right off the bat, I noticed the story leans heavily into omegaverse tropes. We've got the ridiculously perfect alpha male lead (ML), who just happens to be blind, and the sweet, slightly naive omega male character (MC) with a mountain of debt. If you're familiar with the genre, you know the drill. It felt familiar, almost *too* familiar. ### What Works Well Despite the tropes, "Blindness" has a certain charm. The writing is solid, and the translation is well done. The relationship between the alpha and omega is genuinely endearing, and the author does a good job of making you root for their happiness. One of the biggest strengths is the ML himself. He's a total simp for the MC, which is incredibly refreshing. There's a lot of doting and sweetness, and the misunderstandings, while present, tend to get resolved fairly quickly. This avoids the drawn-out angst that can sometimes plague these types of stories. The lack of an "insufferable a**hole" ML is a huge win in my book. ### Areas of Concern While the novel's predictability is comforting for some, it might be a drawback for others. If you're looking for groundbreaking plot twists and unique character dynamics, this might not be your cup of tea. It's very much "comfort food" in novel form – enjoyable, but not necessarily pushing any boundaries. Also, the reliance on common tropes like shady family members and class divides to create conflict can feel a bit overdone at times. ### Final Verdict Overall, I'd give "Blindness" a solid recommendation, especially if you're a fan of omegaverse stories and enjoy a sweet, relatively low-angst romance. It's not going to blow your mind with originality, but it's a well-executed example of the genre that delivers on its promises. I'd say it's a solid 3.5/5 stars. Perfect for a cozy night in!