Common Proposals for "Fixing" the Ending:
Aqua Survives & Lives for Himself: Instead of a double suicide, Aqua survives the confrontation with Hikaru Kamiki. He abandons his revenge obsession, heals from his trauma, and pursues a life outside the entertainment industry (e.g., medicine), allowing him to finally be happy.
Active Role for the oc: Rather than being sidelined, shun (using his investigative skills and through emotional support plays a crucial role in saving Aqua's life or stopping him from self-destructing, ensuring his survival.
More Compelling Conflict & Thematic Resolution: The final confrontation is rewritten to be less rushed, focusing on the psychological battle between Aqua and Hikaru rather than a quick, violent ending. It emphasizes the theme of moving past lies to find truth.
Better Future for Ruby: Ruby is not left as a tragic figure echoing Ai's lonely life. Instead, she succeeds as an idol while maintaining a healthy, non-obsessive connection with her past and a living, protective brother.
Meaningful Consequences for Kamiki: Instead of an abrupt death, Hikaru faces a more profound downfall, such as a complete mental breakdown or having his manipulative nature fully exposed, providing more satisfaction to the revenge plot.
An Alternative Final Scene: The story ends with a more explicit, happy future, such as a time skip showing the characters having moved on, or a scene where Aqua and his loved ones are together and safe.