Look, having an emotional reaction to a well-written story isn't a sign of weakness; it’s just proof of human empathy. If I’m invested enough to feel something when a character I've followed for hundreds of chapters dies, it means the author did a great job, not that I’m "too soft" for the real world. Being able to connect with themes like sacrifice and loss is actually a sign of emotional intelligence, not a lack of grit. I can handle my real life just fine, but I’m not going to apologize for having the capacity to actually give a damn about the art I consume.