Oshi no Ko: Is Aqua in love with Ai? Explained

Aqua and Ai Hoshino (Image via Doga Kobo)

Oshi no Ko, a popular manga and anime series, has captivated fans worldwide with its compelling storyline, rich character development, and thought-provoking themes. Set in a world where virtual idols coexist with humans, the series explores the intricacies of human and artificial relationships, blurring the lines between the real and the virtual.

Within this captivating narrative, one question that has continued to puzzle fans is the nature of the bond between Aqua and Ai. Although they are parent and child, the peculiar nature of Aqua's previous life makes their relationship quite complicated.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from Oshi no Ko.

Understanding the dynamic between Aqua and Ai in Oshi no Ko

Aqua doesn't have a romantic interest in Ai in Oshi no KO. While it is true that he had developed feelings for his idol in his previous life, the present situation is much more complicated.

To understand the dynamic between Aqua and Ai, we must first explore their origins. Ai was a popular idol and a member of the original B-Komachi idol group. The group disbanded after Ai's murder by an obsessed fan. Aqua is the reincarnation of Dr. Gorou Amamiya who was Ai's doctor and helped deliver her children. He was also murdered by the same fan who killed Ai and found himself reborn as Aqua, Ai's son.

In his previous life, Aqua had an admiration for Ai that surpassed the normal levels for a fan. While treating her during her pregnancy, he grew closer to her and developed feelings for her. It is essential to remember that Ai was a teenager during her pregnancy, which further makes Aqua's or Gorou's feelings for her questionable. However, his respect for his idol remained and he was helpful to her till his death.

After being reborn as Aqua, he had a hard time accepting this blood bond with the idol he desired in his previous life. He stays confused and conflicted about his feelings, yet remains loyal to Ai. Her death reveals a dark and sinister side of Aqua where he becomes relentless in his pursuit of revenge. He was ready to stoop to any lengths and ignore all morals to bring Ai's murderer to justice.

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Final thoughts

In his thirst for revenge and his obsession with Ai, Aqua comes across as no different than her stalker and murderer. His twisted morals have made it difficult for him to maintain any relationships whether platonic or romantic. Aqua has become too engrossed with getting Ai justice to care for those around him. He is simply overly obsessed with Ai and her memory.

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Edited by Dev Sharma