Oshi no Ko fans say goodbye to a character

This article includes spoilers for the "Oshi no Ko" manga. Discretion is advised to the reader.

As we had previously reported, the popular manga "Oshi no Ko" is in its final stretch and only has a few chapters left to publish. However, the most recent development has left fans speechless, especially since Aka Akasaka's narrative has surprised by deciding to kill the protagonist Aqua Hoshino as part of his plan to finish off his malevolent father.

The most recent chapter had left things uncertain, especially since it was not clear if Aqua Hoshino had died due to the wound he had caused himself to simulate a confrontation with his father, Hikaru Kamiki, which would end with the fall of both of them from high into the sea. However, the most recent leaks would have made it clear that the protagonist has, in fact, died, especially because of the wording that is presented.

Of course, considering Aka Akasaka's background, it's possible that everything will end well through a deus ex machina or some resource that the author puts in at the last minute. Whether this happens or not, there is no doubt that the work has been able to keep fans on the edge of their seats with these last chapters, is it possible for Akasaka-sensei to break the paradigm and really end the life of its protagonist?

In short, the leaks revealed the following:

The crow girl seemed to have borrowed Aqua's consciousness to show her the dream from the previous chapter. Aqua continues to drown, feels cold, suffocating, discomfort and pain.
Aqua: "It's burning", "It's cold", "Pain".
Then he thinks of B-Komachi singing beautifully, imagining that he can hear the concert, which calms his struggle. With a smile on her face, Aqua passes away peacefully (this is a double-page spread). In other words, Aqua died.
Some time later, a fishing boat, 20 kilometers from the scene of the crime, found a floating body, well preserved due to the cold weather (minimal damage and very low temperatures). Aqua's plan was impeccable. The police and the public were completely baffled by his incredible brilliance, making it a major news story.
Kana, upon seeing the news, was shocked for an entire panel (her eyes completely black). Akane, holding flowers, walked towards the seashore. She was the only one who saw through Aqua's brilliant strategy, being amazed by the depth of his wisdom and the firmness of his decision.
Akane: "Did you protect Ruby's future? I really didn't expect this. I thought you would definitely come back. I even evaluated you before you left, and you clearly had hope for the future and didn't want to die at all. You really didn't want my help so much? It wouldn't have been so difficult to prepare the perfect crime scene for you, you know? I wouldn't have minded doing it for you at all."